Joe Periton (1901–1980) was a rugby union international who represented England from 1925 to 1930.[1] He also captained his country.[1]

Early life

Joe Periton was born on 8 March 1901 in Crosby, Merseyside.[1][2]

Rugby union career

Periton made his international debut on 17 January 1925 at Twickenham in the England vs Wales match.[1] Of the 21 matches he played for his national side he was on the winning side on 12 occasions.[1] He played his final match for England on 15 March 1930 at Twickenham in the England vs Scotland match.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f Joe Periton Profile on scrum.com
  2. ^ Simon Hughes (12 September 2005). "Merseyside's greatest sporting achievers - part II". Liverpool Echo. Retrieved 18 July 2023.


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