Billy Riley
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Billy Riley (22 June 1896 – 27 August 1977) was an English practitioner and teacher of catch wrestling. As a trainer in the sport, he taught some of the leading post-World War II figures in catch wrestling at his training school "The Snake Pit" in Wigan, Lancashire, England.
For the rockabilly musician, see Billy Lee Riley. For the 19th-century baseball player, see Billy Riley (baseball).
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Billy Riley | |
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Born | 22 June 1896 Leigh, Lancashire, England |
Died | 27 August 1977 (1977-08-28) (aged 81) England |
Professional wrestling career | |
Ring name(s) | Billy Riley |
Debut | 1920s |
Retired | 1968 |
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