About Eric Cockroft
Lived 1890 – 1973 (aged 82). Eric Cockroft was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Eric Arthur Percy Cockroft (10 September 1890 – 2 April 1973) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A wing and full-back, Cockroft represented Otago and South Canterbury at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1913 and 1914. He played seven matches for the All Blacks including three internationals.
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Who was Eric Cockroft?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Eric Cockroft born?
Eric Cockroft was born on 10 September 1890 in Clinton.
When did Eric Cockroft die?
Eric Cockroft died on 2 April 1973 in Ashburton.
What was Eric Cockroft's occupation?
Eric Cockroft was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Eric Cockroft?
Eric Cockroft was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eric Cockroft. https://biography.guide/eric-cockroft/
MLA: "Eric Cockroft." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eric-cockroft/.
Chicago: "Eric Cockroft." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eric-cockroft/.
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