1940 University of Toronto Schools Rugby Team Panorama

Original 1940 panoramic team photograph of the University Schools First Rugby Team in Toronto. The caption printed on the photograph reads: “University Schools First Rugby Team – 1940.” This photograph documents what appears to be the first rugby team fielded by University of Toronto Schools (UTS). The panoramic image shows the entire squad lined up along with the coaching staff. Individual player names are printed beneath each athlete, along with the team captain and staff. Visible names include: K. Langmoir, V. Stock, R. Davies, G. Ball, A. Leroy, W. Houston, J. Hargrave, and others. Team staff identified include: Lew Hayman (Coach), W. Binks (Manager), D. Falconer (Captain). Large panoramic team photographs like this were commonly produced for schools and universities in the early 20th century and are now sought after by collectors of: Rugby history, Toronto sports memorabilia, University of Toronto history, UTS alumni and institutional collectors, Vintage panoramic photograph. Condition: Original vintage photograph. Crack in the glass (visible in photos). Minor age spotting consistent with age. Original wood frame with normal wear. Backing paper shows age but remains intact. Despite the age-related wear, this remains a striking historic display piece.