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Johnny Dodd (rugby league)

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Johnny Dodd

John "Johnny" Fraser Dodd (16 March 1928 – 25 October 2007) was a New Zealand professional rugby league footballer of the 1950s, playing at representative level for New Zealand (#340), and Wellington, as a stand-off, i.e. number 6.

Playing career

Dodd played for the St. George club in the Wellington Rugby League competition and represented Wellington. After a brilliant trial match in 1951 Dodd was selected for the New Zealand Kiwis tour of Great Britain and France. Due to injuries Dodd didn't play a test on tour, however he did score four tries in nine tour games.

Dodd played for the North Island in 1952. He was part of St. George's premierships in 1953, 1955, 1957 and 1958.

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