About Doug Bruce
Born 1947. Doug Bruce is a New Zealand rugby union player.
Oliver Douglas Bruce (born 23 May 1947) is a former New Zealand rugby union player and coach. A first five-eighth, Bruce represented Mid Canterbury and Canterbury at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1974 to 1978. He played 41 matches for the All Blacks including 14 internationals. He went on to be the assistant coach of Canterbury between 1982 and 1985, and the coach of that side from 1987 to 1988.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Doug Bruce?
New Zealand rugby union footballer and coach
When was Doug Bruce born?
Doug Bruce was born on 23 May 1947 in Dunedin.
What is Doug Bruce's occupation?
Doug Bruce is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Doug Bruce?
Doug Bruce is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Doug Bruce (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Doug Bruce. https://biography.guide/doug-bruce/
MLA: "Doug Bruce." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/doug-bruce/.
Chicago: "Doug Bruce." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/doug-bruce/.
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