About Norman Nelson
Born 1983. Norman Nelson is a South African rugby union player.
Norman Tsimba Nelson (born 10 August 1983) is a South African rugby union player, currently playing with the .
Career
Mighty Elephants / Eastern Province Kings
He played for the between 2006 and 2008, also representing the South African sevens rugby team in 2007.
In 2009, he moved to the , but returned to play for the in the 2010 Currie Cup First Division, where he finished joint top try scorer. He was named in the wider training squad for the 2013 Super Rugby season, but was subsequently released to the Vodacom Cup squad.
Griffons
He joined Welkom-based side in 2013. He was a key member of their 2014 Currie Cup First Division-winning side. He played in the final and score a try shortly after half-time to help the Griffons win the match 23–21 to win their first trophy for six years.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Norman Nelson?
South African rugby union footballer
When was Norman Nelson born?
Norman Nelson was born on 10 August 1983 in Patensie.
What is Norman Nelson's occupation?
Norman Nelson is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Norman Nelson?
Norman Nelson is South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Norman Nelson. https://biography.guide/norman-nelson/
MLA: "Norman Nelson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/norman-nelson/.
Chicago: "Norman Nelson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/norman-nelson/.
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