William Guest

Who is William Guest?

William Guest MBE was a rugby player for Wakefield RFC, a major in the Territorial Army and was awarded the MBE for services to Army sport.

William Guest was from Ackworth, near Wakefield and educated at QEGS Wakefield from 1913 to 1921.

He played for the school team and captained it during the 1921/22 season with a playing record of 18 wins in 22 games.

The QEGS 1874-1987 A history of school rugby booklet described him

"His experience of many seasons at full back has made him a most useful kick and his tackling has always been most fearless. Playing at three-quarter this season and although his passing has at times been erratic, his grit and determination has been invaluable. Fearless as a player and as a captain. Has developed that frequently neglected or over looked factor of success, the morale of the side. He has proved himself a real leader and captain of the most successful fifteen the school has had for many years"

He also played for South Elmsall RFC before joining Wakefield RFC in 1923 until his retirement through injury in 1939, playing in 372 games - the fourth highest number of games for the club.