About James Pyke
Lived 1866 – 1941 (aged 75). James Pyke was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
James Pyke (8 February 1866 – 17 May 1941 ) was an English rugby union footballer who played in the 1890s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for St. Helens Recs, as a forward, e.g. front row, lock, or back row. Prior to Saturday 6 September 1913, St. Helens Recs was a rugby union, and association football (soccer) club.
Background Jimmy Pyke was born in St. Helens, Lancashire on 8 February 1866, and he died aged 75 in St. Helens, Lancashire on 17 May 1941.
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Who was James Pyke?
English rugby union footballer (1866–1941)
When was James Pyke born?
James Pyke was born on 8 February 1866 in St Helens.
When did James Pyke die?
James Pyke died on 17 May 1941 in St Helens.
What was James Pyke's occupation?
James Pyke was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was James Pyke?
James Pyke was British.
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· DBpedia: James Pyke (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Pyke. https://biography.guide/james-pyke/
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