James Pyke (rugby union)
James "Jimmy" Pyke was an English rugby union footballer who played in the 1890s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for St. Helens Recs, as a forward, e.g. front row, lock, or back row. Prior to Saturday 6 September 1913, St. Helens Recs was a rugby union, and association football club.Background
Jimmy Pyke was born in St. Helens, Lancashire on 8 February 1866, and he died aged 75 in St. Helens, Lancashire on 17 May 1941.Playing career
International honours
Jimmy Pyke won a cap for England while at St. Helens Recs in the 17-0 victory over Wales at Rectory Field, Blackheath on Saturday 2 January 1892.Genealogical information
Jimmy Pyke's marriage to Martha was registered during July–September 1888 in Prescot district.
