Keiron O'Loughlin

Keiron O'Loughlin (born 13 March 1953) is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played for Wigan, Workington Town, Widnes, Salford and Leigh. He is the father of England and Great Britain international Sean O'Loughlin and grandfather of England rugby union player Owen Farrell.

Background O'Loughlin was born in Wigan, Lancashire, England.

Genealogical information O'Loughlin is the father of the rugby league player Sean O'Loughlin, the brother of Kevin O'Loughlin, (the rugby league , or who played in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s for Wigan, Swinton and Blackpool Borough), and the grandfather of the rugby union footballer Owen Farrell.

Playing career

County honours O'Loughlin represented Lancashire five times between 1971 and 1985. and played at in Widnes' 8-12 defeat by Barrow in the 1983 Lancashire Cup Final during the 1983–84 season at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 1 October 1983.

John Player Special Trophy Final appearances O'Loughlin played at in Widnes' 10-18 defeat by Leeds in the 1983–84 John Player Special Trophy Final during the 1983–84 season at Central Park, Wigan on Saturday 14 January 1984.