Ernie Herbert (rugby league)


Ernest Herbert was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played at representative level for England national [rugby league team|England], and at club level for Hull FC, as a.

Background

He died aged 28 at his home in Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.

Playing career

Club career

Herbert began his career at Hull in 1933, and played in Hull FC's 10-18 defeat by Huddersfield in the 1938 Yorkshire Cup Final during the 1938–39 season at Odsal Stadium, Bradford on Saturday 22 October 1938.

International honours

Herbert won caps for England national rugby [league team|England] while at Hull in 1936 against France, and in 1938 against France.

Background

Ernie Herbert was the older brother of the rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s for Hull FC; Harry Herbert