Johnny Glynn (c. 1912 – 10 January 1959) was President of the Irish Rugby Football Union.

Glynn was a native of Williamsgate Street, Galway. He played rugby for Galwegians and Connacht, winning twelve caps, and became a well-known referee. He also served as president of his local club in 1958-59.[1]

His sudden death, at the age of 46, led to the two clubs erecting a memorial trophy in his name known as the Glynn Cup, which would be played for between the clubs every Saint Patrick's Day.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Declan Varley (26 July 2012). "Joy as Billy Glynn takes over at helm of IRFU". Galway Advertiser. Retrieved 8 March 2022.
  2. ↑ Tom Kenny (12 March 2009). "The Glynn Cup, 50 Years On". Galway Advertiser. Retrieved 8 March 2022.


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