Jack Heaton (rugby union)

Jack Heaton (1912–1998) was a rugby union international who represented England from 1935 to 1947.[1] He also captained his country.[1]

Jack Heaton
Birth nameJohn Heaton
Date of birth30 August 1912
Date of deathOctober 1998 (aged 85–86)
Place of deathDwyfor, Wales
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1935–1947 England 9 (Pts:17;
Conv:4;
Pens:3)

Early life

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Jack Heaton was born on 30 August 1912.[1]

Rugby union career

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Heaton made his international debut on 19 January 1935 at Twickenham in the England vs Wales match.[1] Of the 9 matches he played for his national side he was on the winning side on 5 occasions.[1] He played his final match for England on 19 April 1947 at Twickenham in the England vs France match.[1]

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