Originally a Rugby Union player, Charlie joined the Wigan Warriors in 1910. Charlie was a member of Wigan’s 3 consecutive Championship finals from 1911-13, Wigan’s Championship 1922, and Challenge Cup Finals in 1911 and 1920. Charlie played 245 games for Wigan over 13 seasons (88 tries).
Charlie passed away on May 29 1956.
In 1996, Charlie was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. In 2001, Charlie was inducted as a New Zealand Legend of League.