About Jack Foster
Lived 1932 – 2004 (aged 72). Jack Foster was a New Zealand and British athletics competitor.
John Charles Foster (23 May 1932 – 5 June 2004) was a long-distance runner born in Liverpool, England. At first a cyclist, who didn't start running until he was 32,
Foster is featured in the New Zealand short film "On the Run" about Arthur Lydiard influenced athletes. In the final scene, Foster shows the highlight of his training is a 3,000 foot run down a 45 degree scree hill.
He was killed while riding his bicycle in Rotorua.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Foster?
New Zealand marathon runner
When was Jack Foster born?
Jack Foster was born on 23 May 1932 in Liverpool.
When did Jack Foster die?
Jack Foster died on 5 June 2004 in Rotorua.
What was Jack Foster's occupation?
Jack Foster was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Jack Foster?
Jack Foster was New Zealand and British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Foster (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Foster. https://biography.guide/jack-foster-athletics-competitor/
MLA: "Jack Foster." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-foster-athletics-competitor/.
Chicago: "Jack Foster." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-foster-athletics-competitor/.
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