Karl Williams (rugby union)
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Karl John Williams is a former New Zealand professional rugby player.
Biography
[edit]Williams played as a Number 8 for Manawatu for 8 seasons from 1989 to 2000. His most prolific season was in 1992 when he scored 43 points (9 tries).[1] He had two seasons playing abroad in France for CA Périgueux.[2] He played his final game in 2000 for Manawatu against Nelson Bays where he was sinbinned for a professional foul, for halting a quick tap kick.[3]
He played three seasons for the Hurricanes from 1996 to 1998. He made his Super Rugby debut in March 1996 as an injury replacement for Bruce Hansen who had dislocated his sterno-clavicular joint.[4] In his first game, which was against the Highlanders he scored a try from a five-metre scrum.[5]
Personal life
[edit]While in France he married a Frenchwoman, Catherine.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ Howitt, Bob (1992). Radio New Zealand Sport Rugby Annual 1992. Auckland: Moa Beckett. p. 121. ISBN 1 86947 114 8.
- ^ a b Peter, Lampp (2 August 2000). "Great time in France but focus now at home". Evening Standard. p. 24.
- ^ "Williams plays last rep game". Evening Standard. 9 October 2000. p. 20.
- ^ McMorran, Steve (18 March 1996). "Hurricanes seek cover for injured loose forwards; Hurricanes chase cover for injured loose forwards". The Dominion. p. 24.
- ^ "Hurricanes earn Oliver's praise; Hurricanes earn praise from Oliver". The Dominion. 1 April 1996. p. 24.