Elusive Raiders hero 'Chicka' Ferguson adds inspiration to Green Machine quest

By Chris Dutton
Updated July 9 2016 - 4:18pm, first published 3:54pm
John 'Chicka' Ferguson in the Canberra Raiders' sheds with coach Ricky Stuart.
John 'Chicka' Ferguson in the Canberra Raiders' sheds with coach Ricky Stuart.
Hail Mary play: The Raiders celebrate the try by John Ferguson that sent the 1989 grand final into extra time. Photo: Steve Christo
Hail Mary play: The Raiders celebrate the try by John Ferguson that sent the 1989 grand final into extra time. Photo: Steve Christo

Canberra Raiders cult hero John "Chicka" Ferguson didn't have to say a word to inspire the Green Machine when he walked into the team's change rooms last week.

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