[3] Pearson was an all-round sportsman, representing Wales not only in rugby, but also in squash, tennis, hockey and golf.

By 1889 he had moved to Wales and was living in the capital, joining Cardiff Rugby Club.

This try made Pearson the youngest player to score a try for Wales at 18 years and 238 days until overtaken by Tom Prydie in 2010.

Pearson's try also made him the youngest player to score a try on his Wales debut until George North surpassed the record in 2010.

Pearson had already scored a try when he was forced to leave the field after a particularly heavy tackle from Harry Gamlin.