About William Sandham
Lived 1879 – 1961 (aged 81–82). William Sandham was a British rugby league player.
William "Bill" Sandham (10 March 1879 – 1961) was a Welsh rugby union and professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1900s and 1910s. He played club level rugby union (RU) for Neath RFC, and representative level rugby league (RL) for Wales, and at club level for Hull Kingston Rovers, as a forward.
Playing career
International honours Bill Sandham played as a forward for Wales while at Hull Kingston Rovers in the 5–31 defeat by England at The Watersheddings, Oldham on Saturday 20 January 1912.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Sandham?
Welsh rugby union and rugby league footballer
When was William Sandham born?
William Sandham was born on 10 March 1879 in Wales.
When did William Sandham die?
William Sandham died in 1961.
What was William Sandham's occupation?
William Sandham was a rugby league player.
What nationality was William Sandham?
William Sandham was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Sandham (rugby)
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