Philadelphia Hibernian, also known as Hibernian F.C., was an early twentieth century U.S.

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History

Philadelphia Hibernian was described as one of the leading teams in the East and were champions of Pennsylvania in five of the previous seven seasons. Hibernian finished fourth with a 1-3-1 record when it entered the newly established Eastern Soccer League in 1909. The league collapsed in 1910. In 1913, Hibernian won the Pennsylvania Soccer League title. They spent the 1914-1915 season in the American League of Philadelphia, going to the championship game where they lost 6-1 to

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. They continued to play in the ALP in 1915-1916. They won the 1920-1921 Allied American Football Association title."Healey Re-Elected Soccer President". (May 29, 1921). ''Philadelphia Inquirer'', p.18bc col.6

Record

Honors

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:* Runner Up (1): 1911 League Championship :* Winner (1): 1913

Notable players

* Bart McGhee * Thomas Swords

References

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