Herbert Smith (birth registered third 1915 – death uncertain) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1930s and 1940s. He played at club level for Batley Shamrocks, Castleford, Bramley, Batley (World War II guest), and Bradford Northern, as a , or .David Smart & Andrew Howard (1 July 2000) "Images of Sport - Castleford Rugby League - A Twentieth Century History". The History Press Ltd. Herbert Smith served with army during World War II, in 1944 he was selected for the R.L. Services XV, but was unable to play due to training for the Normandy landings.
Background Herbert Smith's birth was registered in Dewsbury, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
Playing career
Challenge Cup Final appearances Herbert Smith played at in Bradford Northern's 8-4 victory over Leeds in the 1946–47 Challenge Cup Final during the 1946–47 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 3 May 1947, in front of a crowd of 77,605.
Club career Herbert Smith made his dêbut for Castleford as a on Monday 8 April 1935, he played on the on Saturday 13 April 1935, and he played his last match for Castleford as a on Saturday 27 April 1935.
Genealogical information Herbert was the son of jack (John) and katie. Also known to have 1 brother and 1 sister.
Herbert was a father to 4 children
References
External links Search for "Smith" at rugbyleagueproject.org Herbert Smith Memory Box Search at archive.castigersheritage.com Search for "Herbert Smith" at britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk