Dennis Young (rugby union) facts for kids
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| Date of birth | 1 April 1930 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Christchurch, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of death | 21 June 2020 (aged 90) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of death | Christchurch, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 87 kg (192 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| School | Christchurch Technical College | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Dennis Young (born April 1, 1930 – died June 21, 2020) was a famous New Zealand rugby union player. He played in a special position called a hooker. Dennis played for his local team, Canterbury, for many years. He also became a member of the New Zealand national team, known as the All Blacks. He played for the All Blacks from 1956 to 1964.
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Dennis Young's Rugby Journey
Dennis Young was born in Christchurch, New Zealand. He grew up loving rugby. He went to Christchurch Technical College. This is where he started to become a very skilled player.
Playing for Canterbury
Dennis played for the Canterbury rugby team for a long time. He was a very important player for them. From 1950 to 1963, he played 139 games for Canterbury. This shows how much he loved playing for his home province.
What is a Hooker?
In rugby, a hooker is a key player. They are usually in the front row of the scrum. Their main job is to "hook" the ball back with their foot. This helps their team win possession of the ball. Hookers also play a big role in line-outs and tackling.
Becoming an All Black
Dennis Young's amazing skills led him to the national team. He became an All Black in 1956. This is a huge honor for any New Zealand rugby player. He wore the famous black jersey with pride.
His Time with the All Blacks
Dennis played 61 matches for the All Blacks. Out of these, 22 were international games. These are matches against other countries. He played against teams from all over the world. His time with the All Blacks lasted until 1964. He was known for his strength and dedication on the field.
Dennis Young passed away in Christchurch on June 21, 2020. He is remembered as a great rugby player.
