I've been told 2 different versions, one from my father and one from my grandfather. I believe my grandfather, who grew up in south sydney during the 30s is considered the official version. Be i interesting if our british friend's in here had a clue
My father is adamant that it's due to the rabbit holes at redfern oval.What were they?
I've been told 2 different versions, one from my father and one from my grandfather. I believe my grandfather, who grew up in south sydney during the 30s is considered the official version. Be i interesting if our british friend's in here had a clue
I read that it was because some of the players sold rabbits around the streets.
Interesting that I think Souths logo is the only one in the NRL with real history associated with it.
I read that it was because some of the players sold rabbits around the streets.
Interesting that I think Souths logo is the only one in the NRL with real history associated with it.
Rabbit was a cheap meat but very common.
The nickname arose as it was actually a slur from opposition supporters because the players would sell rabbits.
I dont believe we called ourselves Rabbitohs first but adopted it as a badge of honour and an up yours.
Only one with real history? The tiger evolved from the Blackwattle colours around Balmain in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
How about the eels?