About John Dickinson
Lived 1934 – 2021 (aged 87). John Dickinson was a rugby league player.
John Dickinson (10 April 1934 – 7 August 2021), also known by the nickname of "Todder", was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1950s, and coached in the 1960s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for St. Helens, Leigh and Rochdale Hornets, as a , or ,
Playing career County Cup Final appearances Dickinson played in St. Helens' 3–10 defeat by Oldham in the 1956 Lancashire Cup Final during the 1956–57 season at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 20 October 1956.
International honours Dickinson won a cap for England while at St. Helens in 1956 against France.
Personal life Dickinson died on 7 August 2021, at the age of 87.
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Who was John Dickinson?
English rugby league footballer and coach
When was John Dickinson born?
John Dickinson was born on 10 April 1934 in St Helens.
When did John Dickinson die?
John Dickinson died on 7 August 2021.
What was John Dickinson's occupation?
John Dickinson was a rugby league player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Dickinson. https://biography.guide/john-dickinson-rugby-league-player/
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