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 MNZM | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Born | Rangitane Will Norton 30 March 1942 Waikari, New Zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Education | Methven District High School | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 87 kg (13 st 10 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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.
References
- Preece, Kate (29 May 2012). "Legends of the club". Avenues Magazine. Stuff.co.nz. Retrieved 15 March 2018.
- "New Zealand New Years Honours 2006". Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. 1 January 2006. Retrieved 15 March 2018.
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| Sporting positions | ||
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| 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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