 Magee opened for Ireland on both innings but was caught for six in the first innings, and then caught for 14 in the second; both off the bowling of Bosanquet.In 1902 and 1903, Magee played in trial matches, but was not chosen for international duty.He next represented Ireland in 1905 against H. D. G. Leveson Gower XI, and in 1907 against Yorkshire County Cricket Club.