About Herb Smith
Lived 1909 – 1976 (aged 67). Herb Smith was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Charles Herbert Smith (13 February 1909 – 10 April 1976) was a New Zealand rugby union player who played as a centre in the 1930s. He played at representative level for New Zealand (non-test matches), South Island and Otago (captain), and at club level for Southern RFC.
Playing career Smith represented New Zealand on the 1934 tour of Australia, playing in the 16–13 victory over New South Wales at Sydney on Monday 6 August 1934, and scoring a try in the 35–3 victory over Newcastle at Newcastle, New South Wales on Wednesday 22 August 1934.
Smith played for South Island in the match against North Island in the 1933 season, and as a replacement against North Island in 1934 season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herb Smith?
New Zealand international rugby union footballer
When was Herb Smith born?
Herb Smith was born on 13 February 1909.
When did Herb Smith die?
Herb Smith died on 10 April 1976.
What was Herb Smith's occupation?
Herb Smith was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Herb Smith?
Herb Smith was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herb Smith. https://biography.guide/herb-smith/
MLA: "Herb Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herb-smith/.
Chicago: "Herb Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herb-smith/.
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