Chris McKivat
Rugby player and coach of Australia
Born
1880
145 years ago
Died
May 4th, 1941
84 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played rugby union for Australia and later became a successful coach. As a player, participated in the 1908 Wallabies tour to the UK. After retirement from playing, transitioned to coaching and led prominent teams, including the New South Wales rugby representative team. Contributed to the development of rugby in Australia through both direct play and coaching roles until death in 1941.
Participated in the 1908 Wallabies tour
Coached New South Wales rugby representative team
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