Career
He also appeared for Wigan as a wartime guest player. Rugby union
Born in Colchester, Essex, Sadler started his career playing rugby union in the Army. In 1933, he was selected to play for England, winning two caps.
Switch to rugby league
Later that year, Sadler joined rugby league side Oldham.
He made his début against Broughton Rangers in August 1933, and scored his first try for the club in the same game. He scored six tries in 25 appearances for the club before joining Castleford in 1934.
County League appearances
Edward Sadler played in Castleford"s victory in the Yorkshire League during the 1938-1939 season. Challenge Cup final appearances
Edward Sadler played loose forward in Castleford"s 11-8 victory over Huddersfield in the 1935 Challenge Cup final during the 1934-1935 season at Wembley Stadium, London on Saturday 4 May 1935.
