Johnny Rogers
Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer
About Johnny Rogers
Lived 1892 – 1958 (aged 65). Johnny Rogers was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
John Henry Rogers (1 October 1892 – 26 July 1958 ) was a Welsh rugby union and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s, 1910s and 1920s. He played club level rugby union (RU) for Bridgend RFC and Cardiff RFC, he made his début and scored three tries, and a goal for Huddersfield in the 73–5 victory over Bramley at Fartown Ground, Huddersfield on Saturday 1 March 1913, he joined Wakefield Trinity on Friday 9 January 1925 with a transfer fee of £300 (based on increases in average earnings, this would be approximately £47,460 in 2014), he made his début for Wakefield Trinity during January 1925.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Rogers?
Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer
When was Johnny Rogers born?
Johnny Rogers was born on 1 October 1892 in Abergwynfi.
When did Johnny Rogers die?
Johnny Rogers died on 26 July 1958 in Huddersfield.
What was Johnny Rogers's occupation?
Johnny Rogers was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Johnny Rogers?
Johnny Rogers was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johnny Rogers (rugby)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Rogers. https://biography.guide/johnny-rogers-rugby-league-player/
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