About George Hoskins
Lived 1928 – 2000 (aged 71). George Hoskins was a New Zealand athletics competitor.
George Woodbourne Hoskins (25 September 1928 – 23 January 2000) was a New Zealand runner, who competed at the 1952 Olympics in the 1500 m and 5000 m. He won his 1500 m heat, but finished last in his semi-final. He failed to finish his 5000 m heat. At the national level, Hoskins won the under-19 2 miles and under-19 cross-country titles in 1947, the 3 miles championships in 1950, 1951 and 1952, and the 880 yards title in 1953.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Hoskins?
New Zealand athletics competitor
When was George Hoskins born?
George Hoskins was born on 25 September 1928 in Lower Hutt.
When did George Hoskins die?
George Hoskins died on 23 January 2000.
What was George Hoskins's occupation?
George Hoskins was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was George Hoskins?
George Hoskins was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Hoskins (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Hoskins. https://biography.guide/george-hoskins/
MLA: "George Hoskins." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-hoskins/.
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