About Jim Ganly
Lived 1904 – 1976 (aged 72). Jim Ganly was an Irish cricketer and rugby union player.
James Blandford Ganly (7 March 1904 – 22 July 1976) was an Irish cricketer and rugby union player.
Personal life
Educated at St Columba's College and Trinity College Dublin, Ganly was an auctioneer by profession.
Playing career
Ganly made his debut for Ireland shortly after leaving school A match against Julien Cahn's XI in 1930 would be his last for four years.
In the 1928 Five Nations, Ganly again played in all four games and scored two tries against France, one against Scotland and one against Wales. He played against France and Scotland in the 1929 championship, and against France in 1930, but did not score in any of those games.
He finished his Rugby Union career with a record of seven tries and one penalty from a total of twelve games.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Ganly?
Irish rugby union player (1904-1976)
When was Jim Ganly born?
Jim Ganly was born on 7 March 1904.
When did Jim Ganly die?
Jim Ganly died on 22 July 1976.
What was Jim Ganly's occupation?
Jim Ganly was a cricketer and rugby union player.
What nationality was Jim Ganly?
Jim Ganly was Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Ganly. https://biography.guide/jim-ganly/
MLA: "Jim Ganly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-ganly/.
Chicago: "Jim Ganly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-ganly/.
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