Hart Udy (27 July 1857 – 6 August 1933) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A forward, Udy represented Wellington at a provincial level, and was a member of the first ever New Zealand national side, which toured Australia and won every game, in 1884. He played eight matches on the tour. He did not play any full test matches as New Zealand did not play their first until 1903. He was the Wellington selector from 1884 to 1885.[2]

Hart Udy
Birth nameHart Udy
Date of birth(1857-07-27)27 July 1857
Place of birthGreytown, New Zealand
Date of death6 August 1933(1933-08-06) (aged 76)
Place of deathNapier, New Zealand
Weight82 kg (181 lb)
SchoolGreytown High School
Notable relative(s)Dan Udy (cousin)
Occupation(s)Blacksmith and wheelwright[1]
Rugby union career
Position(s) Forward
Provincial / State sides
Years Team Apps (Points)
1882–84 Wellington ()
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1884 New Zealand 0 (0)

A cousin, Dan Udy, represented New Zealand in 1901 and 1903.

References

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  1. ^ The Cyclopedia of New Zealand (Wellington Provincial District). Wellington: Cyclopedia Company. 1897. p. 889. Retrieved 11 August 2013.
  2. ^ Knight, Lindsay. "Hart Udy". New Zealand Rugby Museum. Retrieved 11 August 2013.