Albert Atkinson

Albert Atkinson was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played at club level for Halifax as a.

Background

Atkinson was born in Fothergill, Cumberland, England, and he died aged 43 in Halifax, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.

Playing career

Halifax

Albert Atkinson signed for Halifax aged-18.
Atkinson played in Halifax's 22-8 victory over York in the 1930–31 Challenge Cup Final during the 1930–31 League season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 2 May 1931, in front of a crowd of 40,368. A native of Fothergill, Atkinson became the first Cumbrian-born player to appear at Wembley.