About Bill Phillips
Lived 1914 – 1982 (aged 68). Bill Phillips was a New Zealand rugby union player.
William John Phillips (30 January 1914 – 10 November 1982) was a New Zealand rugby union player. He was educated at Te Mata Primary School. A wing three-quarter, Phillips represented and at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1937 and 1938. He played seven matches for the All Blacks including three internationals, scoring two tries in all.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Phillips?
New Zealand rugby union player (1914-1982)
When was Bill Phillips born?
Bill Phillips was born on 30 January 1914 in Raglan.
When did Bill Phillips die?
Bill Phillips died on 10 November 1982.
What was Bill Phillips's occupation?
Bill Phillips was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Bill Phillips?
Bill Phillips was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Phillips (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Phillips. https://biography.guide/bill-phillips/
MLA: "Bill Phillips." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-phillips/.
Chicago: "Bill Phillips." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-phillips/.
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