Wales international rugby league footballer
Izzy Davies|
Full name | William Islwyn Davies |
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Born | 20 March 1912 Merthyr Tydfil, Wales |
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Died | 1997 (aged 84–85) Warrington, England |
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Position | Wing, Centre |
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Club
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Years
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Team
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Pld
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T
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G
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FG
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P
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1934–37
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St. Helens
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105
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39
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48
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213
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1937–39
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Warrington
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69
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57
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0
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0
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171
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Total
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174
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96
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48
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0
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384
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Representative
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Years
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Team
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Pld
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T
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G
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FG
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P
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1935
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Wales
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1
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1
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2
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William Islwyn "Izzy" Davies (20 March 1912[2] – 1997[3]) was a Welsh professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s. He played at representative level for Wales, and at club level for St. Helens and Warrington, as a wing or centre.[1][4][5]
Background
Izzy Davies was born in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, and he died in Warrington, Cheshire, England.
Playing career
International honours
Izzy Davies played on the wing, and scored a goal for Wales while at St. Helens in the 11-24 defeat by England at Anfield, Liverpool on Wednesday 10 April 1935.[1]
Club record
Izzy Davies held Warrington's "Most Tries In A Season" record with 34 tries scored during the 1938–39 Northern Rugby Football League season, the 34th try coming against Oldham on Saturday 29 April 1939,[6] this record was extended by Brian Bevan.
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