Jim Pollock (rugby union)

Jim Pollock (born 16 November 1958) in Newcastle is a Scottish former international rugby union player. His nickname was "Lucky Jim". Jim played eight games for Scotland between 1982 and 1985. Famously scoring on his debut against Wales, at Cardiff Arms Park where Scotland hadn't won in 20 years. Jim scored his second try against New Zealand in a 25-25 draw - to date Scotland's best ever result against the All blacks. Pollock worked as a Police Officer for Northumbria Police and later Isle of Man and previously worked as a P.E. teacher Kenton School & Royal Grammar School, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Jim Pollock
Birth nameJames Allan Pollock
Date of birth (1958-11-16) 16 November 1958
Place of birthNewcastle Upon Tyne
Rugby union career
Position(s) Wing
Amateur team(s)
Years Team Apps (Points)
1974-1979
1979-1981
1981-1986
1986-1995
Novocastrians
Northern Football Club
Gosforth
Novocastrians
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International career
Years Team Apps (Points)
1982-1985 Scotland 8 (8)
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