About Joan Whalley
Lived 1921 – 1998 (aged 76). Joan Whalley was a British association football player.
Joan Whalley (18 December 1921 – 10 January 1998 ) was a female footballer who played for Dick, Kerr's Ladies F.C., making her debut for them aged just 15 in May 1937.
In 2007, Whalley was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joan Whalley?
English footballer (1921-1998)
When was Joan Whalley born?
Joan Whalley was born on 18 December 1921 in Preston.
When did Joan Whalley die?
Joan Whalley died on 10 January 1998.
What was Joan Whalley's occupation?
Joan Whalley was an association football player.
What nationality was Joan Whalley?
Joan Whalley was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joan Whalley (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joan Whalley. https://biography.guide/joan-whalley-association-football-player/
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