Dave Walters (rugby union)

David Andrew Walters (born 16 November 1968) is a Zimbabwean former international rugby union player.

David Walters
Full nameDavid Andrew Walters
Date of birth (1968-11-16) 16 November 1968
Place of birthSalisbury, Rhodesia
UniversityGraeme College
Rugby union career
Position(s) Utility back
International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1990s Zimbabwe 14+ (18+)

Walters, born in Salisbury (Harare), received his education in South Africa at Graeme College and then played rugby with Karoi, from where he received his first international call up in 1987.

A tobacco farmer, Walters was a member of Zimbabwe's side at the 1991 Rugby World Cup, where he featured on the wing in all three pool matches. He was also used in Test rugby as a centre and flyhalf. In 1993, Walters was appointed national captain and led the team in a home series against Wales.

Walters was the inaugural captain of Hull RUFC in 1992, following a merger between Hull & ER and Old Hymerians.

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