Shayne Philpott

Shayne Philpott (21 September 1965 – 25 June 2024) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A utility back, Philpott represented Canterbury at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, between 1988 and 1991. He played 14 matches for the All Blacks including two internationals.[1]

Shayne Philpott
Birth nameShayne Philpott
Date of birth(1965-09-21)21 September 1965
Place of birthChristchurch, New Zealand
Date of death25 June 2024(2024-06-25) (aged 58)
Place of deathChristchurch, New Zealand
Height1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Weight80 kg (180 lb)
SchoolBurnside High School
Rugby union career
Position(s) Utility back
Provincial / State sides
Years Team Apps (Points)
1986–1995 Canterbury 107 (502)
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1988–1991 New Zealand 2 (0)
Medal record
Men's rugby union
Representing  New Zealand
Rugby World Cup
1991 UK/France/Ireland Team

Philpott attended Burnside High School in Christchurch from 1979 to 1983.[2]

Philpott died in Christchurch in June 2024, at the age of 58.[3]

References

  1. Knight, Lindsay. "Shayne Philpott". New Zealand Rugby Museum. Retrieved 16 June 2014.
  2. O’Connor, Paul (2009). Choosing the Right Path: Burnside High School 1960-2010. Christchurch: Silver Fox Publishing. p. 200. ISBN 978-0-473-15685-5.
  3. "Former All Black and Canterbury rugby stalwart Shayne Philpott dies". Stuff. 26 June 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.


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