John Stalker (rugby union)
New Zealand rugby union player
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John Stalker (11 February 1881 – 28 November 1931) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A second five-eighth and three-quarter, Stalker represented Otago and Manawatu at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side on their 1903 tour of Australia. He played six matches on that tour but did not appear in any internationals. Stalker later became a referee, officiating at matches to provincial level.[1]
Born11 February 1881
Dunedin, New Zealand
Died28 November 1931 (aged 50)
Feilding, New Zealand
Weight76 kg (168 lb)
OccupationRetail manager
| Born | 11 February 1881 Dunedin, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Died | 28 November 1931 (aged 50) Feilding, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 76 kg (168 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Occupation | Retail manager | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Stalker also enjoyed some success as an athlete, finishing second in the 440 yards at the 1901 national championships, and representing New Zealand at the Australasian championships the same year.[1]
