Wilf Pearson Explained

Wilf Pearson
Fullname:	Wilfred Pearson
Year1start:	1937
Year1end:	44
Appearances1:	155
Tries1:	14
Goals1:	0
Fieldgoals1:	0
Points1:	42
New:	yes
Retired:	yes
Updated:	29 June 2017

Wilf Pearson was a professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played at club level for Featherstone Rovers (captain).^[1]

Playing career

Pearson made his début for Featherstone Rovers on Saturday 2 October 1937.^[2]

County Cup Final appearances

Pearson played at in Featherstone Rovers' 12-9 victory over Wakefield Trinity in the 1939–40 Yorkshire Cup Final during the 1939–40 season at Odsal Stadium, Bradford on Saturday 22 June 1940.

Testimonial match

Pearson's benefit season at Featherstone Rovers took place during the 1940–41 season.

External links

• Search for "Pearson" at rugbyleagueproject.org

Notes and References

1. Bailey, Ron (1956). The Official History Of Featherstone Rovers R.L.F.C.. Wakefield Express. ASIN: B00O1TLDPC
2. Bailey, Ron (20 September 2001). Images of Sport - Featherstone Rovers Rugby League Football Club. The History Press.