About John Kenny
Lived 1907 – 1994 (aged 86–87). John Kenny was a rugby league player.
John Joseph Kenny (26 October 1907 – November 1994) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Leigh (two spells), and Swinton, as a .
Background John Kenny was born in Pendlebury, Lancashire, England, and he died aged 87. John had 5 children, the oldest of which being John Kenny Junior, born December 1932, and Peter Kenny, who went on to play for Swinton Lions.
Playing career County Cup Final appearances Kenny played in Swinton's 8-10 defeat by Salford in the 1931 Lancashire Cup Final during the 1931–32 season at The Cliff, Broughton, Salford on Saturday 21 November 1931.
International honours Kenny won a cap for England while at Swinton in 1936 against Wales.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Kenny?
English rugby league footballer
When was John Kenny born?
John Kenny was born on 26 October 1907 in Pendlebury.
When did John Kenny die?
John Kenny died in 1994.
What was John Kenny's occupation?
John Kenny was a rugby league player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Kenny (rugby league)
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