Jack Stanaway
New Zealand rugby league footballer, referee and administrator
About Jack Stanaway
Lived 1873 – 1931 (aged 58). Jack Stanaway was a New Zealand rugby league player.
John James "Jack" Stanaway (8 October 1873 – 23 December 1931), also known as Hone Haira, was a New Zealand rugby league player who represented New Zealand Māori and was an international test referee. His brother, Alex Stanaway, played rugby league for New Zealand.
Rugby league career Alongside his brother Alex, Stanaway was part of the 1908 New Zealand Māori rugby league tour of Australia.
At Ponsonby United's first AGM on 30 July 1909, Stanaway was elected to the club's executive alongside James Carlaw (the first chairman), Charles Dunning and Arthur Carlaw.
Stanaway became a referee in the Auckland Rugby League competition. On 25 June, during a club game, Stanaway sent off Albert Asher. The rest of the City Rovers side walked off in support of Asher. Asher became the first player to face the ARL judiciary, who cautioned him.
Later years Stanaway died on 23 December 1931.
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Who was Jack Stanaway?
New Zealand rugby league footballer, referee and administrator (1873-1931)
When was Jack Stanaway born?
Jack Stanaway was born on 8 October 1873 in New Zealand.
When did Jack Stanaway die?
Jack Stanaway died on 23 December 1931.
What was Jack Stanaway's occupation?
Jack Stanaway was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Jack Stanaway?
Jack Stanaway was New Zealand.
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