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Bill Wright

1905 – 1971

New Zealand rugby union player

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Lived 1905 – 1971 (aged 65). Bill Wright was a New Zealand rugby union player.

William Alexander Wright (15 December 1905 – 19 September 1971) was a New Zealand rugby union player who represented the All Blacks in 1926. His position of choice was halfback.

Wright was educated at Sacred Heart College, where he was a member of the 1st XV between 1922 and 1923.

Career Wright had played just one first-class game before making his only All Black match.

After the 1926 All Blacks had returned from their tour of New South Wales, the returning party would play a match against the Auckland provincial side.

Wright was named as a reserve for Auckland until an injury to All Black Bill Dalley just before halftime. With no other fit players to use at the halfback position, Wright changed strips and played the second-half of the match for the All Blacks. The match was won by the All Blacks 11-6.

He played 6 matches for Auckland, however two of these were for Auckland B.

Family Wright was the son of William Wright and Kate Keating.

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Sacred Heart College, Auckland
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William Alexander Wright

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Wright?

New Zealand rugby union player (1905-1971)

When was Bill Wright born?

Bill Wright was born on 15 December 1905 in Auckland.

When did Bill Wright die?

Bill Wright died on 19 September 1971.

What was Bill Wright's occupation?

Bill Wright was a rugby union player.

What nationality was Bill Wright?

Bill Wright was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Wright

· Wikidata: Q24845682

· DBpedia: Bill Wright (rugby union)

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