Walter Robins

English cricketer and footballer

Walter Robins - English cricketer and footballer
Born

June 3rd, 1906
118 years ago

Died

1968
57 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Played professional cricket and football during the early 20th century. Achieved recognition as a cricketer with several appearances for Sussex between 1927 and 1938. In football, played as a forward for various clubs including Portsmouth and Brighton & Hove Albion, contributing to their successes in the Football League.

Played first-class cricket for Sussex

Played for Portsmouth and Brighton & Hove Albion

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