Keith Bridges


Keith Bridges, also known by the nickname of "Bridgie", was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1950s and 1960s. He played at club level for Sharlston Rovers ARLFC, Wakefield Trinity, and Castleford , as a, i.e. number 9, during the era of contested scrums.

Background

Keith Bridges' birth was registered in Wakefield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, he was raised in Sharlston, he worked as a miner, and as self-employed construction worker, he lived on Kimberley Street, Featherstone, and he died aged 84 in Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England.

Playing career

County Cup Final appearances

Keith Bridges played in Wakefield Trinity's 23–5 victory over Hunslet in the 1956–57 Yorkshire County Cup Final during the 1956–57 season at Headingley Rugby Stadium, Leeds on Saturday 20 October 1956.

Club career

Keith Bridges made his début for Wakefield Trinity in the 21-13 victory over Swinton at Belle Vue, Wakefield on Saturday 30 October 1954, and he played last match for Wakefield Trinity in the 14-14 draw with Castleford at Wheldon Road, Castleford on Tuesday 25 December 1956.

Genealogical information

Keith Bridges' marriage to Brenda was registered during fourth ¼ 1948 in Pontefract district. They had children; Gloria Bridges, the future rugby league footballer, John Keith Bridges, Nadine E. Bridges, and Beverley Bridges.