Tane Norton

Rangitane Will Norton MNZM (born 30 March 1942), commonly known as Tane Norton, is a former New Zealand rugby union player. He played at the hooker position. He played for Linwood before he first represented Canterbury in 1969.[1] In 1977, he captained the All Blacks to a series win over the British Lions and played three games for the World Invitation XV in South Africa.

Tane Norton

Born
Rangitane Will Norton

(1942-03-30) 30 March 1942
Waikari, New Zealand
EducationMethven District High School
Rugby career
Height1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Weight87 kg (13 st 10 lb)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Hooker
All Black No. 694
Provincial / State sides
Years Team Apps (Points)
1961 Mid Canterbury
Canterbury

82
()
National team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
19691975, 1977
19711977
New Zealand Māori
New Zealand

27

(0)

In the 2006 New Year Honours, Norton was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to rugby.[2]

In 1973 and 1974, he was awarded the Tom French Cup for the outstanding Māori player of the year.

See also

References

  1. Preece, Kate (29 May 2012). "Legends of the club". Avenues Magazine. Stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 15 March 2018.
  2. "New Zealand New Years Honours 2006". Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. 1 January 2006. Retrieved 15 March 2018.
Sporting positions
Preceded by
Andy Leslie
All Blacks Captain
1977
Succeeded by
Graham Mourie
Awards
Preceded by
Sid Going
Tom French Memorial
Māori rugby union player of the year

1973, 1974
Succeeded by
Bill Bush


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