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Derek Howes

b. 1913

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer

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About Derek Howes

Born 1913. Derek Howes is a British rugby union player and rugby league player.

William J. Derek Howes (first ¼ 1913 – death unknown) was a Welsh rugby union and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s and 1950s. He played club level rugby union (RU) for Llanelli RFC, and representative level rugby league (RL) for Wales, and at club level for Wakefield Trinity and Featherstone Rovers, as a or .

Background Derek Howes' birth was registered in Pontardawe district, Wales.

Playing career

International honours Derek Howes won 5 caps for Wales (RL) while at Wakefield Trinity from 1948 to 1950.

County Cup Final appearances Derek Howes played at in Wakefield Trinity's 17–3 victory over Keighley in the 1951 Yorkshire Cup Final during the 1951–52 season at Fartown Ground, Huddersfield on Saturday 27 October 1951.

Club career Derek Howes made his début for Wakefield Trinity during November 1945, he made his début for Featherstone Rovers on 19 September 1953.

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Important facts

Born
1913, Pontardawe
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby union player, rugby league player
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Derek Howes?

Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer

When was Derek Howes born?

Derek Howes was born in 1913 in Pontardawe.

What is Derek Howes's occupation?

Derek Howes is a rugby union player and rugby league player.

What nationality is Derek Howes?

Derek Howes is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Derek Howes

· Wikidata: Q5262063

· DBpedia: Derek Howes

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