About Morrie Goddard
Lived 1921 – 1974 (aged 52). Morrie Goddard was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Maurice Patrick Goddard (28 September 1921 – 19 June 1974) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A centre three-quarter, Goddard represented Ashburton County and at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1946 to 1949. He played 20 matches for the All Blacks including five internationals, scoring nine tries in all.
During World War II, Goddard served in both the army and air force, and made appearances in rugby matches for New Zealand Services, England Services, Combined Dominions and the Royal Air Force.
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Who was Morrie Goddard?
New Zealand rugby union player (1921-1974)
When was Morrie Goddard born?
Morrie Goddard was born on 28 September 1921 in Timaru.
When did Morrie Goddard die?
Morrie Goddard died on 19 June 1974 in Christchurch.
What was Morrie Goddard's occupation?
Morrie Goddard was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Morrie Goddard?
Morrie Goddard was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Morrie Goddard. https://biography.guide/morrie-goddard/
MLA: "Morrie Goddard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/morrie-goddard/.
Chicago: "Morrie Goddard." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/morrie-goddard/.
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