Frederick Williamson (rugby union)

Frederick William Williamson (25 January 1905 — 13 May 1995) was an Irish international rugby union player.

Frederick Williamson
Full nameFrederick William Williamson
Date of birth(1905-01-25)25 January 1905
Place of birthWexford, Ireland
Date of death13 May 1995(1995-05-13) (aged 90)
Place of deathRichmond, England
Rugby union career
Position(s) Centre/ Fullback
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1930 Ireland 3 (0)

Although primarily a centre three-quarter, Williamson was called upon by Ireland in 1930 to succeed Joe Stewart at fullback and gained three caps.[1] He was the first Ireland back to be selected from Dolphin RFC.[2]

Williamson later played rugby for Wanderers in Dublin.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ "Selectors' Troubles". Edinburgh Evening News. 21 February 1930.
  2. ^ Hodkinson, Ger. "Fred Williamson (Int No. 480) 1930 3 caps". Dolphin RFC.
  3. ^ "Ireland Full Back". Ireland's Saturday Night. 18 January 1930.
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