Arnold Alcock

Arnold Alcock was an English international rugby union player.

Biography

Known as "Doc", Alcock was born in Wolstanton, Staffordshire, and played rugby for Guy's Hospital RFC during his medical studies. His England debut, as a forward against the touring Springboks in 1906, came through fortuitous circumstances. Due to a clerical error, England's original choice Lancelot Slocock had failed to receive an invitation, with Alcock selected instead. An underwhelming performance ensured this would be Alcock's only cap.
Alcock was senior surgeon at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and on his retirement in 1953 became High sheriff of Gloucester. He served 45 years as president of Gloucester RFC between 1924 and 1969.