Jack Morley

Athlete

1909 – 1972

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Who was Jack Morley?

John "Jack" Cuthbert Morley was a Welsh international rugby wing who played rugby union for Newport and rugby league with Wigan. He won five caps for Wales in rugby league and 14 caps for Wales in union and was the first player to tour Australia and New Zealand for both union and league British teams.

Morley, although mainly a wing player was often used as a utility back, and was known for his incredible pace and ability to change direction at speed. He was an intelligent but unorthodox player.

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Born
Jul 28, 1909
Newport
Profession
Lived in
  • Newport
Died
Mar 7, 1972
Newport

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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