About Leslie Hayward
Lived 1885 – 1937 (aged 52). Leslie Hayward was a British rugby union player.
Leslie William Hayward (17 May 1885 – 5 July 1937) was an English international rugby union player.
Born in Cheltenham, Hayward was a captain of hometown club Cheltenham RFC and in 1910 became the first England player to be selected directly from the club, playing as a centre three-quarter against Ireland at Twickenham. His opportunity came through a late call up, after Barney Solomon had made himself unavailable.
Hayward was a Gloucestershire representative player.
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Who was Leslie Hayward?
rugby player
When was Leslie Hayward born?
Leslie Hayward was born on 17 May 1885 in Cheltenham.
When did Leslie Hayward die?
Leslie Hayward died on 5 July 1937 in Birmingham.
What was Leslie Hayward's occupation?
Leslie Hayward was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Leslie Hayward?
Leslie Hayward was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leslie Hayward. https://biography.guide/leslie-hayward/
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