Albert Atkinson

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Albert Atkinson (21 May 1910 – 1 April 1953) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played at club level for Halifax as a loose forward.

FullnameAlbert Atkinson
Born21 May 1910
Died1 April 1953(1953-04-01) (aged 42)
Halifax, England
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Albert Atkinson
Personal information
Full nameAlbert Atkinson
Born21 May 1910
Died1 April 1953(1953-04-01) (aged 42)
Halifax, England
Playing information
PositionLoose forward
Club
Years Team Pld T G FG P
1928–36 Halifax 188 33 2 0 103
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Background

Atkinson was born in Fothergill, Cumberland, England, and he died aged 43 in Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.[2][3]

Playing career

Halifax

Albert Atkinson signed for Halifax aged-18.[4]

Atkinson played loose forward in Halifax's 22-8 victory over York in the 1930–31 Challenge Cup Final during the 1930–31 League season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 2 May 1931, in front of a crowd of 40,368. A native of Fothergill, Atkinson became the first Cumbrian-born player to appear at Wembley.[4]

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