About Johnny Glynn
Lived 1917 – 1959 (aged 41–42). Johnny Glynn was an Irish rugby union player and rugby union match official.
Johnny Glynn ( 1912 – 10 January 1959) was President of the Irish Rugby Football Union.
Glynn was a native of Williamsgate Street, Galway. He played rugby for Galwegians and Connacht, winning twelve caps, later becoming a referee. He also served as president of his local club in 1958-59.
His death led to the two clubs creating a memorial trophy in his name known as the Glynn Cup, which would be played for between the clubs every Saint Patrick's Day.
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Who was Johnny Glynn?
Irish rugby player
When was Johnny Glynn born?
Johnny Glynn was born in 1917.
When did Johnny Glynn die?
Johnny Glynn died on 10 January 1959.
What was Johnny Glynn's occupation?
Johnny Glynn was a rugby union player and rugby union match official.
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Johnny Glynn was Irish.
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