About George Beatty
Lived 1925 – 2004 (aged 79). George Beatty was a New Zealand rugby union player.
George Edward Beatty (29 March 1925 — 25 July 2004) was a New Zealand rugby union international.
Beatty attended New Plymouth Boys' High School and played his club rugby for New Plymouth HSOB.
A fly-half, Beatty played provincial rugby for Taranaki and was a North Island representative in 1949. He was capped once for the All Blacks, in the 1st Test against the touring 1950 British Lions at Carisbrook. The match finished in a draw and Beatty was replaced by Laurie Haig for the remaining Tests.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Beatty?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was George Beatty born?
George Beatty was born on 29 March 1925.
When did George Beatty die?
George Beatty died on 25 July 2004.
What was George Beatty's occupation?
George Beatty was a rugby union player.
What nationality was George Beatty?
George Beatty was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Beatty (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Beatty. https://biography.guide/george-beatty-rugby-union-player/
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