Ian Battye
English rugby league footballer
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| Intro | English rugby league footballer | |
| Places | United Kingdom Great Britain England | |
| was | Athlete Rugby league player | |
| Work field | Sports | |
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| Birth | 1952, Barkston Ash, Selby, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom | |
| Death | 28 February 2007 (aged 55 years) | |
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Biography
Ian David Battye (birth registered third ¼ 1952 – 28 February 2007), also known by the nickname of "Big Joe", was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s. He played at club level for Kippax Welfare ARLFC and Castleford (Heritage №).
Background
Ian Battye's birth was registered in Barkston Ash district, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, and he died aged 54 from throat cancer (Oropharyngeal cancer).
Genealogical information
Ian Battye was married to Mavis, was the father of Michael Battye, and Richard Battye, and the younger brother of Brian H. Battye (birth registered during first ¼ 1948 (age 71–72) in Barkston Ash district).