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John Rutherford (footballer)

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John Rutherford
Personal information
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

  1. ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.