About Jack Fagan
Lived 1933 – 2015 (aged 82). Jack Fagan was a New Zealand rugby league player.
John Edward "Jack" Fagan (21 June 1933 – 30 November 2015) was a New Zealand rugby league player who represented New Zealand.
Playing career Fagan played for Ponsonby and represented Auckland. He was part of the Auckland side that defeated France in 1960.
A goal-kicking fullback, he was first selected for New Zealand in 1961, and went on to play 53 games for the Kiwis, including in 17 tests, until 1965. On retirement, he was New Zealand's second highest test scorer after Des White.
Later years Fagan coached the Mount Albert Lions and, in 1968, the University of Auckland's rugby league team.
He also served on the New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL) judiciary, the New Zealand Kiwis Association and the NZRL Museum board.
Fagan was made a life member of the NZRL at the 2015 annual meeting.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Fagan?
New Zealand rugby league footballer and coach
When was Jack Fagan born?
Jack Fagan was born on 21 June 1933 in New Zealand.
When did Jack Fagan die?
Jack Fagan died on 30 November 2015 in Takapuna.
What was Jack Fagan's occupation?
Jack Fagan was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Jack Fagan?
Jack Fagan was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Fagan. https://biography.guide/jack-fagan-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "Jack Fagan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-fagan-rugby-league-player/.
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