Leslie James Bettinson (c. 1935 – 10 September 2021) was an English professional rugby league footballer, coach and administrator.
Bettinson was born in Millom, Cumberland and declined to sign a contract with Workington Town as a teenager.
Five years later, after national service and teacher training, Bettinson was offered a contract by Salford and made his debut against Batley the same day he signed his contract - 9 March 1957.
He was the inaugural President of the Rugby Football League (RFL), and has been chair of the coaching committee.
On 11 September 2021, it was confirmed by the Salford Red Devils club that Bettinson had died aged 86.