Peter Wheeler (rugby union)

Peter John Wheeler, CBE DL (born 26 November 1948) is a former England international rugby union player who played hooker and was Chief Executive of Leicester Tigers.

Wheeler attended Brockley County Grammar School and went on to play for Old Brockleians Rugby Club and Kent for three seasons.

Wheeler was considered a tough and technically proficient hooker and was integral to Leicester's innovative and expansive style of play.

[4] Wheeler captained Leicester Tigers to three consecutive wins in the John Player Cup from 1979 to 1981 and played 349 games for the club from 1969 to 1985.

[5] He made his England debut on 1 February 1975 against France, and his last appearance on 17 March 1984 against Wales, gaining 41 caps in between, including 5 as captain.