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Osmund Scott

1876 – 1948

Cricketer, golfer

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About Osmund Scott

Lived 1876 – 1948 (aged 72). Osmund Scott was a British cricketer and golfer.

The Hon. Osmund Scott (24 March 1876 – 9 September 1948) was an English cricketer.

Early life In 1876, Scott was born in Wareham, Dorset. He was the son of John Scott, 3rd Earl of Eldon, and the fifth of seven children. He attended Winchester College. Among his siblings were Lady Margaret Scott, an early women's golf champion, and Michael Scott, who won The Amateur Championship in 1933.

Career In 1905, Scott played cricket for Gloucestershire. Scott was also a golfer; he was runner-up at the 1905 Amateur Championship.

Scott served in World War I between 1916 and 1918 with the Royal Army Service Corps.

Personal life Scott married Mary Cecilia Stuart. They had seven children.

Results in major championships This timeline may be incomplete.

R256, R128, R64, R32, R16, QF, SF = round in which player lost in match play

Team appearances England–Scotland Amateur Match (representing England): 1902, 1905, 1906

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Winchester College
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Osmund Scott?

Cricketer, golfer (1876-1948)

When was Osmund Scott born?

Osmund Scott was born on 24 March 1876 in Wareham.

When did Osmund Scott die?

Osmund Scott died on 9 September 1948 in Marylebone.

What was Osmund Scott's occupation?

Osmund Scott was a cricketer and golfer.

What nationality was Osmund Scott?

Osmund Scott was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Osmund Scott

· Wikidata: Q15997697

· DBpedia: Osmund Scott

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