About John Marsden
Born 1953. John Marsden is a rugby league player.
John L. Marsden (28 January 1953) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s and 1980s. He played at club level for Featherstone Rovers, as a or .
Playing career Marsden made his début for Featherstone Rovers on Monday 25 March 1974.
Challenge Cup Final appearances Marsden played on the in Featherstone Rovers' 14–12 victory over Hull F.C. in the 1983 Challenge Cup Final during the 1982–83 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 7 May 1983, in front of a crowd of 84,969.
County Cup Final appearances Marsden played in Featherstone Rovers' 7–17 defeat by Castleford in the 1977 Yorkshire Cup Final during the 1977–78 season at Headingley, Leeds on Saturday 15 October 1977.
Testimonial match Marsden's benefit season at Featherstone Rovers took place during the 1983–84 season.
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Who is John Marsden?
English rugby league footballer
When was John Marsden born?
John Marsden was born on 28 January 1953 in Loscoe.
What is John Marsden's occupation?
John Marsden is a rugby league player.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Marsden (rugby league)
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