Billy Mitchell
New Zealand rugby union footballer, and rugby league footballer, coach and administrator
About Billy Mitchell
Lived 1890 – 1959 (aged 68). Billy Mitchell was a New Zealand rugby league player and rugby union player.
William James Mitchell (28 November 1890 – 2 June 1959) was a New Zealand rugby footballer who represented New Zealand in both rugby union and rugby league.
Rugby league career In 1911 Mitchell, along with three other players from the Merivale club, moved to Sydney and played for the North Sydney Bears. He was then enticed north by the Queensland Rugby League. At the same time the New Zealand rugby league side was touring Australia and he was invited to join the touring party. Mitchell played in four matches, becoming a dual-code rugby international.
Mitchell then returned to Christchurch and represented Canterbury in its first ever match in 1912. He played for the St Albans and Federal clubs in the Canterbury Rugby League competition.
Later years Mitchell later served as a coach of the Canterbury side and a national selector.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Mitchell?
New Zealand rugby union footballer, and rugby league footballer, coach and administrator
When was Billy Mitchell born?
Billy Mitchell was born on 28 November 1890 in Melbourne.
When did Billy Mitchell die?
Billy Mitchell died on 2 June 1959 in Christchurch.
What was Billy Mitchell's occupation?
Billy Mitchell was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Billy Mitchell?
Billy Mitchell was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Mitchell (rugby)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Mitchell. https://biography.guide/billy-mitchell-rugby-league-player/
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