John Hyde (rugby union)

John Phillip Hyde (born 8 June 1930) is an English former international rugby union player.

John Hyde
Full nameJohn Phillip Hyde
Date of birth(1930-06-08)8 June 1930
Place of birthWellingborough, England
SchoolWellingborough Grammar School
Rugby union career
Position(s) Wing
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1950 England 2 (0)

Raised in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, Hyde was educated at Wellingborough Grammar School. He enlisted in the Army after leaving school and served in the Northamptonshire Regiment.[1]

Hyde, Northampton RFC and East Midlands county player, appeared as a winger for England in two 1950 Five Nations Championship matches, debuting aged 19 against France at Colombes.[2][3]

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References

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  1. ^ "Rushden Research Group: Johnny Hyde". www.rushdenheartsandsoles.co.uk.
  2. ^ "J.P. Hyde Called Up". The Birmingham Post. 10 February 1950.
  3. ^ "First Rugby "cap" for John Hyde". Birmingham Gazette. 14 February 1950.
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