Thomas Geoffrey Evans was educated at Pembrey Comprehensive School and Llandovery College before continuing his studies at the University of North Wales, Bangor. He played his rugby for a number of clubs, including Llanelli, Bridgend, Neath and London Welsh. Evans was captain of London Welsh in 1974/5 and was a lecturer by profession. Having represented British Universities, Evans played on 7 occasions for the Welsh national side - the first being in 1970 against Scotland.

In 1971, he was called up as a replacement for the British Lions tour to Australia and New Zealand, playing in 6 matches. A mobile loose forward and with plenty of prowess in the middle of the lineout Evans pushed hard for a place in the third Test team. Had selection been based on cultivation of the most prestigious ‘Chou Chin Chow’ moustache his would have been the first name on the team sheet.