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speedster for the Marlborough senior rep side.

At 17 he made his national debut against the touring Australian side, then, in 1961, Gary made his test debut on tour in South Africa, playing a major role in the 2-2 drawn test series.

In 1967 he produced the best ever test bowling figures by a New Zealander, grabbing 6-38 against

India in Christchurch.

On the home front he led Marlborough to its first Hawke Cup triumph in 1968, top scoring with 80 runs and taking eight wickets. After his career was ended prematurely through injury, Gary continued his involvement, both in Marlborough and other regions, offering coaching and massage to athletes in various codes.