Jack Morley Rugby player

John "Jack" Cuthbert Morley (28 July 1909–7 March 1972) was a Welsh international rugby wing who played rugby union for Newport and rugby league with Wigan. He won five caps for Wales in rugby league and 14 caps for Wales in union and was the first player to tour Australia and New Zealand for both union and league British teams.Morley, although mainly a wing player was often used as a utility back, and was known for his incredible pace and ability to change direction at speed. He was an intelligent but unorthodox player.

Personal facts

Birth dateJuly 28, 1909
Birth place
Newport Wales
Date of deathMarch 07, 1972
Place of death
Newport Wales
Height (meters)1.524
Weight (Kilograms)69.85322498

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