Kit Lawlor

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John Christopher "Kit" Lawlor (born 3 December 1922 – 8 June 2004) was an Irish professional football player.

Born in Dublin, is League of Ireland playing career began with Shamrock Rovers.

After spending just one season at Glenmalure Park, Kit moved to Drumcondra and in only his second campaign with the club, he helped them to the league championship.

He was then signed by Peter Doherty for Doncaster Rovers in June 1950, playing five full seasons for them in the old Second Division, scoring 46 goals in 128 appearances.

After five years in England he returned home to Dublin to resume his career with Drumcondra. In 1957, Kit was part of the Drumcondra side that caused a major shock by defeating Shamrock Rovers in the Cup final and the following year, the club won the league title.

He finished his career with Dundalk moving there in 1959 at the age of 37.

He won three full Irish caps.

His son Mick also played for his country in the 1970s. Both Mick and another son Robbie also played for Rovers.