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Thomas James Rees

Stats
Appearances
89
Points
Tries
1
Conversions
18
Penalties
3
Drop goals
Information
Position
Prop
Born
8th May 1913, Fleur de Lys (Wales)
Died
19th February 1991, Fleur de Lys (Wales)
International Caps
Wales
Miner who joined Newport Police. 8 Welsh caps 1935-7. Picked for 1938 British Lions tour to South Africa but declined due to financial position. Played 89 games in 5 seasons scoring 1t, 18c, 3p. Weight went from 14st 12lb to 18st 10lb during his international career. Also played for Abertillery, Cross Keys, Ebbw Vale and Pontypool.
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