Noel Harford
New Zealand cricketer and basketball player
Born
Died
1981
45 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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Competed in cricket and basketball at a high level in New Zealand. Represented the New Zealand national cricket team in 1955, playing in three Test matches. Excelled in basketball, participating in the 1950 FIBA World Championship with the New Zealand national basketball team. Contributed to the development of both sports in New Zealand during the mid-20th century.
Played three Test matches for New Zealand cricket
Competed in the 1950 FIBA World Championship
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