About James Crossley
James Crossley was a British rugby league player.
James "Jim" Crossley was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played at club level for Castleford, as a .
Background James Crossley was born in Normanton, Wakefield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
Playing career
County League appearances James Crossley played in Castleford's victory in the Yorkshire League during the 1938–39 season.
Challenge Cup Final appearances James Crossley played at in Castleford's 11-8 victory over Huddersfield in the 1935 Challenge Cup Final during the 1934–35 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 4 May 1935, in front of a crowd of 39,000.
Testimonial match A joint benefit season/testimonial match at Castleford for; Jim Crossley, Harold Haley, Pat McManus, and Frank Smith took place during the 1947–48 season.
Genealogical information James Crossley was the great-nephew of the rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s for Loscoe White Rose (in Featherstone); W. Crossley.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Crossley?
English rugby league footballer
When was James Crossley born?
James Crossley was born in Normanton.
What was James Crossley's occupation?
James Crossley was a rugby league player.
What nationality was James Crossley?
James Crossley was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Crossley (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Crossley. https://biography.guide/james-crossley/
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