About Dick Lockyear
Lived 1931 – 1988 (aged 56). Dick Lockyear was a South African rugby union player.
Richard John Lockyear (26 June 1931 – 3 March 1988) was a South African international rugby union player.
Biography Lockyear was born in Kimberley and educated at Kimberley Boys' High School.
A scrum–half, Lockyear was known as a good wet weather player. He represented Griqualand West and twice toured Europe with combined varsity sides. After playing four home Test matches against the All Blacks in 1960, Lockyear made his third visit to Europe in 1961, as a member of the Springboks. He featured in their matches against Ireland at Lansdowne Road and France at Colombes, both as vice captain, while he also stood in for Avril Malan as captain for at least one minor fixture. During his six Springboks appearances, Lockyear amassed 20 points, all off his boot.
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Who was Dick Lockyear?
South African rugby union player
When was Dick Lockyear born?
Dick Lockyear was born on 26 June 1931.
When did Dick Lockyear die?
Dick Lockyear died on 3 March 1988.
What was Dick Lockyear's occupation?
Dick Lockyear was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Dick Lockyear?
Dick Lockyear was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dick Lockyear. https://biography.guide/dick-lockyear/
MLA: "Dick Lockyear." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dick-lockyear/.
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