About Jim Sanders
Lived 1900 – 1981. Jim Sanders was a New Zealand rugby league player.
James Sanders (1900–1981) was a New Zealand rugby league player who represented New Zealand. He played for New Zealand in 1922 against New South Wales and was part of the 1926-1927 New Zealand tour of Great Britain that was marred by a players strike. He first played for the South Island in 1925 and in 1929 he captained them to their 23-13 victory over the North Island, the South Island's first.
Sanders rejected an offer from Halifax for the 1926-1927 season.
Later years Sanders coached Addington in 1931 and later coached Canterbury and the South Island. He also served as a South Island and New Zealand selector in the 1930s.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Sanders?
New Zealand rugby league footballer and coach
When was Jim Sanders born?
Jim Sanders was born in 1900 in New Zealand.
When did Jim Sanders die?
Jim Sanders died in 1981.
What was Jim Sanders's occupation?
Jim Sanders was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Jim Sanders?
Jim Sanders was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Sanders (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Sanders. https://biography.guide/jim-sanders-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "Jim Sanders." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-sanders-rugby-league-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Sanders." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-sanders-rugby-league-player/.
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