Tom Whittington

Tom Whittington (19 August 1848 – 7 October 1919) was a Scotland international rugby union player who represented Scotland in 1873.

Although from Wales, Whittington was schooled in Edinburgh. He played cricket for Merchiston Castle School

Rugby Union career

Amateur career

After his Scottish schooling Whittington played as a forward for Merchistonians; which was the Former Pupils side of Merchiston Castle School.

Provincial career

The selection of players to the District sides were open to any nationality; albeit the sides were viewed as a stepping stone to the international team.

He represented Edinburgh District against Glasgow District in the world's first provincial match, the 'inter-city', on 23 November 1872.

International career

Whittington's time in Scotland being schooled; his remaining residence in Scotland to play for the Former Pupil side; and his performances in the Inter-City matches against Glasgow District; offered Whittington a gateway for selection for Scotland.

His international debut was the home match on 3 March 1873 at Glasgow. It was his only appearance for Scotland.

Family

His son Tom Whittington played cricket for Glamorgan.