About Vernon Morris
Lived 1894 – 1973 (aged 78). Vernon Morris was a British cricketer.
Vernon Leslie Morris (13 June 1900 – 11 January 1973) was a Welsh cricketer. Morris was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm medium pace. Morris was born at Briton Ferry, Glamorgan.
Morris made his debut for Glamorgan in the 1920 Minor Counties Championship against Wiltshire. With Glamorgan's elevation to first-class status, he made his first-class debut against Worcestershire in 1921. From 1921 to 1929, he represented Glamorgan in 18 first-class matches, with his final match for the county coming against the touring South Africans. In his 18 first-class matches, he scored 407 runs at a batting average of 12.71, with a high score of 42. In the field he took 9 catches.
Morris died at Exmouth, Devon on 11 January 1973. His son Robert Morris played first-class cricket for Cambridge University and Kent.
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Who was Vernon Morris?
Welsh cricketer (1894-1973)
When was Vernon Morris born?
Vernon Morris was born on 13 June 1894 in Briton Ferry.
When did Vernon Morris die?
Vernon Morris died on 11 January 1973 in Exmouth.
What was Vernon Morris's occupation?
Vernon Morris was a cricketer.
What nationality was Vernon Morris?
Vernon Morris was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Vernon Morris. https://biography.guide/vernon-morris/
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