Brian Lochore
Rugby player and coach for New Zealand
Born
September 3rd, 1940
84 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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Played as a lock for the Wellington Rugby Football Union and represented New Zealand's national team, the All Blacks, from 1960 to 1966. Later transitioned into coaching, leading the All Blacks from 1985 to 1987, during which time the team won the inaugural Rugby World Cup in 1987. Contributed to rugby as an administrator, promoting the sport in various capacities.
Played for the All Blacks
Coached the All Blacks to a World Cup title
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