Pearce, Morna (1932–)
Pearce, Morna (1932–)
Australian field-hockey player. Name variations: Morna Hyde. Born 1932 in Moulyinning, Australia; sister of Jean, Caroline and May Pearce (field-hockey players).
Youngest of the legendary Pearce sisters, who dominated Australian women's field hockey (1936–56), captained in the international tournament at Sydney (1956). Won the WA's first Sportsman of the Year award (1956).
See also Women in World History.
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