Arthur Haigh


Arthur Haigh was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1920s and 1930s. He played at club level for Featherstone Rovers, as a, i.e. number 11 or 12, during the era of contested scrums.

Playing career

Arthur Haigh was born in Methley, Leeds or Featherstone, Wakefield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.

Playing career

Haigh made his début for Featherstone Rovers on Saturday 27 August 1921, and he played his last match for Featherstone Rovers during the 1929–30 season.

County Cup Final appearances

Haigh played right-, i.e. number 12, in Featherstone Rovers' 0-5 defeat by Leeds in the 1928 Yorkshire County Cup Final during the 1928–29 season at Belle Vue, Wakefield on Saturday 24 November 1928.

Testimonial match

Haigh's benefit season at Featherstone Rovers, shared with Jimmy Williams, took place during the 1928–29 season.