Jack MacBryan
English cricketer and field hockey player
Born
July 22nd, 1892
133 years ago
Died
1983
42 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Born in 1892, a significant figure in English sports, participated in both cricket and field hockey. Represented Worcestershire in first-class cricket, playing as a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pace bowler. Competed internationally in field hockey, contributing to the sport at a high level during the early 20th century.
Represented Worcestershire in first-class cricket
Competed in international field hockey matches
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