About Jack Cronin
Lived 1903 – 1993 (aged 89). Jack Cronin was an American american football player.
John Patrick Cronin (May 3, 1903 – January 18, 1993) was an American professional football player who played four seasons with the Providence Steam Roller of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Boston College.
Early life and college John Patrick Cronin was born on May 3, 1903, in Hingham, Massachusetts. He attended Dean Academy in Franklin, Massachusetts. He played in 12 games, starting three, for the Steam Roller during his rookie season in 1927, scoring one punt return touchdown. Cronin played in all 12 games, starting five, in 1929, and scored one rushing touchdown. Cronin appeared in all ten games, starting three, for the team in 1930 but did not record any touchdowns that season.
Personal life Cronin's brother Bill and nephew Bill also played football. Jack died on January 18, 1993, in Jupiter, Florida.
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Who was Jack Cronin?
American-football player (1903-1993)
When was Jack Cronin born?
Jack Cronin was born on 3 May 1903 in Hingham.
When did Jack Cronin die?
Jack Cronin died on 18 January 1993 in Jupiter.
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Jack Cronin was an american football player.
What nationality was Jack Cronin?
Jack Cronin was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Cronin (American football)
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