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George Ulyett

Cricket player of England. (1851-1898) · Athletes · Died at 46

George Ulyett was an English cricketer, noted particularly for his very aggressive batsmanship. A well-liked man, Ulyett was popularly known as "Happy Jack", once musing memorably that Yorkshire played him only for his good behaviour and his whistling.

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England cricket team1877-1890
Yorkshire County Cricket Club1873-1893
Sheffield Wednesday F.C.

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A fine all round sportsman, Ulyett played football in the 1882-83 and 1883-84 seasons as goalkeeper for Sheffield Wednesday.

Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1851 to 1898 · aged 46