John Rutherford (footballer)
Appearance
Personal information | |||
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Full name | John James Rutherford | ||
Date of birth | 4 March 1907 | ||
Place of birth | South Shields, England | ||
Date of death | 1983 | ||
Position(s) | Winger | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1926–1927 | West Ham United | 0 | (0) |
1927–1928 | Arsenal | 1 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
John James Rutherford (4 March 1907 – 1983) was an English footballer.[1] Grandfather of Greg Rutherford the olympic gold medal winning long jumper.
Career
Rutherford played in the Football League for West Ham United. His father Jock was also a professional footballer as well as his uncles Sep and Bob.
References
- ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.