About David Morton
Lived 1861 – 1937 (aged 75). David Morton was a British rugby union player and rugby union match official.
David Morton (23 July 1861 – 7 May 1937) was a Scotland international rugby union player. After his playing career, he became a rugby union referee.
Rugby Union career
Amateur career
He played as a forward for West of Scotland.
Provincial career
He represented Glasgow District against Edinburgh District in 1886.
International career
Morton was capped for Scotland from 1887; and played in 4 Home Nation Championships; the last being in 1890. Making 9 appearances, he scored 3 tries - this was an era when scoring a try only earned a single point.
He refereed the Inter-City match between Glasgow District and Edinburgh District in 1891 and 1892.
He refereed in the match between Wales and England in the 1893 Home Nations tournament.
Administrative career
Morton became the 20th President of the Scottish Rugby Union. He served the 1892-93 term in office.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Morton?
Scottish rugby union player (1861-1937)
When was David Morton born?
David Morton was born on 23 July 1861 in Glasgow.
When did David Morton die?
David Morton died on 27 May 1937 in Glasgow.
What was David Morton's occupation?
David Morton was a rugby union player and rugby union match official.
What nationality was David Morton?
David Morton was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Morton (rugby union)
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