Billy Cook (footballer, born 1890)
Billy Cook (2 March 1890 – 1974) was an English footballer who played for Sheffield United and Worksop Town. He was a lightweight but useful full back,[1] a two footed tackler and solid defender.[2]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | William Cook | ||
| Date of birth | 2 March 1890 | ||
| Place of birth | Usworth, Sunderland, England | ||
| Date of death | 1974 (aged 83–84) | ||
| Playing position(s) | Full back | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| ?–1912 | Hebburn Argyle | ||
| 1912–1927 | Sheffield United | 264 | (0) |
| 1927–? | Worksop Town | ||
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Club career
Billy Cook started playing with Hebburn Argyle where he took over the position vacated by Jack English. In April 1912 he transferred to Sheffield United where he became a first team regular.[1] He stayed at the club for over 15 years but never scored a goal despite making over 300 appearances. The sides he played in were successful however and he was twice an FA Cup winner with the Blades, in 1915 and 1925.[2]
He transferred to Worksop Town in August 1927.
References
- Unknown (1915). Cup Final Programme.
- The Official Encyclopedia of Sheffield United by Tony Matthews, Dennis Clareborough and Andrew Kirkham, ISBN 1-904103-19-7, Page 63
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