About James Robinson
Lived 1915 – 1992 (aged 76–77). James Robinson was a rugby league player.
James Robinson (3 Feb 1915 – Mar 1992) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Castleford, as a . He also appeared for both Wigan and rivals St Helens, plus Oldham RLFC as a World War II guest player.
Playing career
International honours Jimmy Robinson won a cap for England while at Castleford in 1944 against Wales.
County League appearances Jimmy Robinson played in Castleford's victory in the Yorkshire League during the 1938–39 season.
Club career Robinson made his début for Wigan as a World War II guest player, he played , and scored a try in the 6-3 victory over Barrow at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 14 April 1945.
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Important facts
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Robinson?
English rugby league footballer
When was James Robinson born?
James Robinson was born on 3 February 1915.
When did James Robinson die?
James Robinson died in 1992.
What was James Robinson's occupation?
James Robinson was a rugby league player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Robinson (rugby league)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Robinson. https://biography.guide/james-robinson-rugby-league-player/
MLA: "James Robinson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-robinson-rugby-league-player/.
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