Jimmy Russell (rugby league)

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Jimmy Russell
Personal information
Full nameJimmy Russell
Playing information
Position Scrum-half
Club
YearsTeamPldTGFGP
1939–51/52 Featherstone Rovers 128267092

Jimmy Russell was a professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. He played at club level for Featherstone Rovers (captain), as an occasional goal-kicking scrum-half. [1]

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Playing career

Russell made his début for Featherstone Rovers on Saturday 1 April 1939. [2]

Testimonial match

Russell's benefit season at Featherstone Rovers, shared with Jack Blackburn, took place during the 1951–52 season.[ citation needed ]

References

  1. ↑ Bailey, Ron (1956). The Official History Of Featherstone Rovers R.L.F.C.. Wakefield Express. ASIN: B00O1TLDPC
  2. ↑ Bailey, Ron (20 September 2001). Images of Sport - Featherstone Rovers Rugby League Football Club. The History Press. ISBN   0752422952
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