Erwin Thiesies
Rugby player and coach, rugby champion
Born
August 22nd, 1908
116 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a rugby player and coach gained recognition in the sport. Played as a forward and contributed significantly to teams during the early 20th century. Also took on coaching roles, helping to develop and mentor future players. Further involvement in rugby continued through participation in various leagues and training programs, fostering the growth of the sport in Germany.
Competed in rugby with SC 1880 Frankfurt
Served as a coach, influencing young athletes
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