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Peter West (sailor)
Peter Anthony West (12 August 1920 – 2 September 2003) was a BBC presenter and sports commentator best known for his work on the corporation's cricket, tennis and Rugby union, rugby coverage as well as occasionally commentating on field hockey, hockey. Throughout his television career he remained freelance. Early life West was born in Cranbrook, Kent, an only child. His father, the son of a tobacconist, had made some money in the City of London, City after the First World War, and in 1924 set himself up as a poultry farmer in Cranbrook. Education He was educated at Cranbrook School, Kent, Cranbrook School as were his fellow commentators Barry Davies and Brian Moore (commentator), Brian Moore. At school he was in the cricket XI for five years, and captain for the last three. He played rugby and hockey for the school for four years, captaining both games for his last two seasons, and, in rugby, leading an undefeated side. He ended his Cranbrook career as head of the school. War ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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