Ernest "Ernie" Barraclough (birth unknown – death unknown) was an English professional

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footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played at representative level for

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, and at club level for Featherstone Rovers,Bailey, Ron (1956). ''The Official History Of Featherstone Rovers R.L.F.C.''. Wakefield Express. ASIN: B00O1TLDPC as a .

Background

Ernest Barraclough was born in

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, England.

Playing career

County honours

Ernest Barraclough won caps for

while at Featherstone Rovers; during the 1925–26 season against

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County Cup Final appearances

Ernest Barraclough played at in Featherstone Rovers' 0–5 defeat by

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Final during the 1928–29 season at Belle Vue,

on Saturday 24 November 1928.

Club career

Ernest Barraclough made his début for Featherstone Rovers as a Utility Forward on Saturday 27 August 1921.Bailey, Ron (20 September 2001). ''Images of Sport - Featherstone Rovers Rugby League Football Club''. The History Press.

References

External links

Search for "Barraclough" at rugbyleagueproject.org
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