About John Lecky
Lived 1863 – 1917 (aged 53). John Lecky was a New Zealand rugby union player.
John Gage Lecky (4 November 1863 – 6 April 1917) was a New Zealand rugby union player who played for the All Blacks in 1884. His position of choice was forward.
Career Out of the Grafton club, Lecky was called into the New Zealand national side to tour New South Wales in 1884 after J. Coombe Webster withdrew for business reasons.
Described by team manager, S.E Sleigh as "a plucky player", Gage played in seven matches on the tour (including a match against Wellington before they left) and scored four tries in the process.
He played 18 games for the Auckland province between 1883 and 1889.
Personal Lecky married Charlotte Wilkinson in 1887.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Lecky?
New Zealand rugby union player (1863-1917)
When was John Lecky born?
John Lecky was born on 4 November 1863 in Auckland.
When did John Lecky die?
John Lecky died on 22 June 1917 in Auckland.
What was John Lecky's occupation?
John Lecky was a rugby union player.
What nationality was John Lecky?
John Lecky was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Lecky (rugby union, born 1863)
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