John Hutchinson (rugby union)

John Hutchinson
Date of birth (1969-04-24) April 24, 1969 (age 55)
Place of birthToronto, Ontario, Canada
Height6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Weight230 lb (104 kg)
Rugby union career
Position(s) Flanker
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1993–00 Canada 50 (40)

John Hutchinson (born April 24, 1969) is a Canadian former international rugby union player.[1]

A 6 ft 4 in flanker from Toronto, Hutchinson played his early rugby with York Yeoman, but came to the attention of Canadian selectors after joining Vancouver club UBC Old Boys Ravens. He was capped 50 times for Canada, which included a record setting run of 40 consecutive matches between 1995 and 1999.[2] His Canada career included appearances at both the 1995 and 1999 Rugby World Cups. He played rugby in Japan for the IBM and Suntory clubs.[3]

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References

  1. ^ "Hutch escapes discipline". The Province. October 13, 1999.
  2. ^ "Most Capped Lineup: Canada". Americas Rugby News. 27 January 2017.
  3. ^ "Capping Presentation at RWC Vancouver Dinner - Canadian Rugby Foundation". canadianrugbyfoundation.ca. 20 August 2011.