About Tommy Hobson
Lived 1881 – 1937 (aged 56). Tommy Hobson was a South African rugby union player and cricketer.
T. E. C. "Tommy" Hobson (26 March 1881 – 2 September 1937) was a South African international rugby union player.
Hobson played his club rugby at Hamilton and represented West Province at both cricket and rugby.
He appeared in his only Test match during the tour of South Africa by the British Isles team in 1903.
As a cricketer he played two first-class matches for Western Province, both back to back fixtures in the 1906/07 Currie Cup. A bowler, he wasn't used in his debut match against Eastern Province, with the other bowlers dismissing their opponents cheaply in both innings. His next match was played against Griqualand West and he took 4/32 in the first innings and one more wicket in the second.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tommy Hobson?
South African rugby union player (1881-1937)
When was Tommy Hobson born?
Tommy Hobson was born on 26 March 1881 in KwaNojoli.
When did Tommy Hobson die?
Tommy Hobson died on 2 September 1937.
What was Tommy Hobson's occupation?
Tommy Hobson was a rugby union player and cricketer.
What nationality was Tommy Hobson?
Tommy Hobson was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tommy Hobson. https://biography.guide/tommy-hobson/
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