John Dalgreen


John Dalgreen is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s and 1980s. He played at representative level for Great Britain, and at club level for Shaw Cross Sharks ARLFC, Halifax, Warrington and, as a, i.e. number 9.

Background

John Dalgreen's birth was registered in Spen Valley district, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.

Playing career

International honours

John Dalgreen won his only cap for Great Britain while at in the 1982 Ashes series against Australia. During the first half of the game at Wigan's Central Park, Dalgreen was tackled by fiery Kangaroos forward Les Boyd. While on the ground he lashed out with his boot at Boyd, kicking him in the shins. Boyd retaliated by kicking the Lions and was sent off by the French referee Julian Rascagneres. Dalgreen escaped sanction for the incident as the focus was put on Boyd's send-off.

Player's No.6 Trophy Final appearances

John Dalgreen played in Warrington's 9-4 victory over Widnes in the 1977–78 Players No.6 Trophy Final during the 1977–78 season at Knowsley Road, St. Helens on Saturday 28 January 1978.