About Alexander Clay
Lived 1863 – 1950 (aged 87). Alexander Clay was an athlete and rugby union player.
Alexander Clay (27 September 1863 – 9 November 1950) was a Scotland international rugby union player.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career Clay played rugby union for Edinburgh Academicals.
Provincial career He played for the East of Scotland District in January 1887
He was capped by Edinburgh District to play in the inter-city match of 1887
International career He played 7 matches for Scotland from 1886 to 1888.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alexander Clay?
rugby player
When was Alexander Clay born?
Alexander Clay was born on 27 September 1863 in Kelso.
When did Alexander Clay die?
Alexander Clay died on 9 November 1950.
What was Alexander Clay's occupation?
Alexander Clay was an athlete and rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alexander Clay (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alexander Clay. https://biography.guide/alexander-clay/
MLA: "Alexander Clay." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alexander-clay/.
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