Alaster McDonnell

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Alaster Colla McDonnell (20 January 1867 – 15 October 1950) was an Irish international rugby union player.

Full nameAlaster Colla McDonnell
Born(1867-01-20)20 January 1867
Dublin, Ireland
Died15 October 1950(1950-10-15) (aged 83)
Richmond, Surrey, England
Position Halfback
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Alaster McDonnell
Full nameAlaster Colla McDonnell
Born(1867-01-20)20 January 1867
Dublin, Ireland
Died15 October 1950(1950-10-15) (aged 83)
Richmond, Surrey, England
Rugby union career
Position Halfback
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1889–91 Ireland 4 (0)
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The eldest son of a barrister, McDonnell was born in Dublin and educated at The Royal School, Armagh, before undertaking further studies at Trinity College Dublin, where he played varsity rugby. He gained four caps as a halfback for Ireland, making his debut in a win over Wales at Swansea in 1889.[1]

McDonnell returned to Royal School Armagh as headmaster in 1897, remaining in the role until 1904. He was later an assistant master at Eton College and also served as a county magistrate in Mortlake, London.[2][3]

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