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Jean Lawless

b. 1933

Badminton player

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About Jean Lawless

Born 1933. Jean Lawless is an Irish badminton player.

Jean Lawless (born c. 1930) is an Irish badminton player.

Biography Jean Lawless first became national champion in Ireland in 1952. Five more titles followed until 1958. In 1952 she won the women's doubles and women's singles at the Irish Open. Her married name is Jean Sharkey.

Achievements Year Tournament Event Winner 1952 Irish Open Women's doubles Jean Lawless / Barbara Good 1952 Irish Open Women's singles Jean Lawless 1952 Irish National Badminton Championships Women's singles Jean Lawless 1953 Irish National Badminton Championships Women's doubles B. I. Donaldson / Jean Lawless 1955 Irish National Badminton Championships Women's doubles B. I. Donaldson / Jean Lawless 1956 Irish National Badminton Championships Mixed Desmond Lacey / Jean Lawless 1956 Irish National Badminton Championships Women's doubles B. I. Donaldson / Jean Lawless 1958 Irish National Badminton Championships Mixed George Henderson / Jean Sharkey

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Important facts

Born
1933
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Badminton player
Nationality
Ireland
Awards
National champion
Also known as
Jean C. Lawless, Jean Sharkey

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jean Lawless?

badminton player

When was Jean Lawless born?

Jean Lawless was born in 1933.

What is Jean Lawless's occupation?

Jean Lawless is a badminton player.

What nationality is Jean Lawless?

Jean Lawless is Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean Lawless

· Wikidata: Q13481865

· DBpedia: Jean Lawless

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