About Gordon Young
Lived 1887 – 1958 (aged 70). Gordon Young was a rugby union player.
Gordon Young (21 June 1887 – 8 April 1958) was an Irish international rugby union player.
Young was born in Carrigaline, County Cork, and attended University College Cork, where he played varsity rugby.
A fullback, Young received his only Ireland cap in a match against England at Lansdowne Road in 1913. His tackling brought about some criticism in an Ireland loss, but he was hampered by both concussion and a broken finger.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon Young?
Irish international rugby union player
When was Gordon Young born?
Gordon Young was born on 21 June 1887.
When did Gordon Young die?
Gordon Young died on 8 April 1958.
What was Gordon Young's occupation?
Gordon Young was a rugby union player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gordon Young (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gordon Young. https://biography.guide/gordon-young-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Gordon Young." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gordon-young-rugby-union-player/.
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