Kenneth Powell was a notable tennis player, Olympian. and all round sportman.

Born in London on 1885 his parents were Mary and James Powell. He attended Cambridge University where he became team captain of the University Lawn Tennis Club. He won the single's title at the Queens Club Championships in 1908. Kenneth played at Wimbledon 8 times between 1905 and 1913, the latter year being his most successful when he reached the 4th round. He competed in both the outdoor tennis singles event and the 110m hurdles event in the 1908 Olympic games in London.He was more successful in the hurdles event as he came 5th. Kenneth was captain of the rugby team at his school, was Victor Ludorum 2 years running in athletics, played rackets and was a member of the gymnastic eights at school.

Kenneth was killed in action near Ypres.

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