Dennis Young (rugby player) facts for kids
Dennis Young (born April 1, 1930 – died June 21, 2020) was a famous New Zealand rugby player. He was known for being a strong "hooker" in the game. A hooker is a player in the front row of a rugby scrum. Dennis played for the All Blacks, which is New Zealand's national rugby team. Being an All Black is a huge honor in New Zealand!
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Who Was Dennis Young?
Dennis Young was born in Christchurch, New Zealand. From a young age, he showed great talent in rugby. He became a key player in the sport.
Playing for Canterbury
Before joining the national team, Dennis played for his local team, Canterbury. This is called playing at a "provincial level." It means he represented his region against other regions in New Zealand. Playing well for Canterbury helped him get noticed by the national selectors.
Becoming an All Black
Dennis Young joined the All Blacks in 1956. He played for the team until 1964. This was a long and successful career at the highest level of rugby.
Dennis Young's All Black Career
During his time with the All Blacks, Dennis played 61 matches. Out of these, 22 were "internationals." International matches are games played against teams from other countries. Playing so many games shows how important he was to the team.
Later Life
Dennis Young passed away in Christchurch on June 21, 2020. He was 90 years old. He died from cancer. Dennis Young is remembered as a true legend of New Zealand rugby.
