Pioneers of Rugby in Wellington 117: Russell Watt

J.R. [James Russell] Watt was a leading midfield and outside back in Wellington club and provincial rugby over several seasons as well as an All Black wing who made three tours overseas with the national side. Watt attended Otago Boys’ High School school he represented the Kaikorai club in Dunedin before making his debut for...

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