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Kit Lawlor

1922 – 2004

Irish footballer

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Lived 1922 – 2004 (aged 81). Kit Lawlor was an Irish association football player.

John Christopher Lawlor (3 December 1922 – 8 June 2004) was an Irish professional footballer.

Career His League of Ireland playing career began with Shamrock Rovers. After spending just one season at Glenmalure Park, Lawlor moved to Drumcondra and in only his second campaign with the club, he helped them to the league championship. He was then signed by Peter Doherty for Doncaster Rovers in June 1950, playing five full seasons for them in the old Second Division, scoring 46 goals in 128 appearances.

After almost five years in England he returned home to sign for Ballymena United in December 1954. Dublin to resume his career with Drumcondra. In 1957, Lawlor was part of the Drumcondra side that caused a major shock by defeating Shamrock Rovers in the Cup final and the following year, the club won the league title. He finished his career with Dundalk moving there in 1959 at the age of 37.

He won three full Irish caps. His son Mick Lawlor also played for his country in the 1970s and is now kit manager for Ireland. Both Mick and another son Robbie also played for Rovers.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kit Lawlor?

Irish footballer (1922-2004)

When was Kit Lawlor born?

Kit Lawlor was born on 3 December 1922 in Dublin.

When did Kit Lawlor die?

Kit Lawlor died on 8 June 2004.

What was Kit Lawlor's occupation?

Kit Lawlor was an association football player.

What nationality was Kit Lawlor?

Kit Lawlor was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kit Lawlor

· Wikidata: Q6417457

· DBpedia: Kit Lawlor

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