19??-19?? Horfield United Name Frank Vallis | Date of death September 1957 Role Singer Playing position | |
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Place of death Bath, Somerset, England Spouse MaryAnn Hannigan (m. 1974–1982), Mary Mandel (m. 1954–1971) Children Francesco Valli, Antonia Valli, Francine Valli, Emilio Valli, Brando Valli, Celia Valli Similar People Tommy DeVito, Bob Gaudio, John Lloyd Young, Nick Massi, Frankie Avalon Profiles | ||
Date of birth (1896-05-05)5 May 1896 | ||
Frank Vallis (born 5 May 1896 in Bristol, died September 1957 in Bath, Somerset) was an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
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Career
Frank Vallis played locally for Horfield United in the Bristol & Suburban League before signing for Bristol City in April 1919. He was later joined at Bristol City by his brothers Jack Vallis & Arthur Vallis. In May 1926 along with Charlie Sutherland he joined Merthyr Town. Vallis made his debut in the 0-3 defeat at Exeter City on 28 August 1926. Two days later Vallis suffered a broken leg playing in the 3-2 win v Bristol Rovers at Penydarren Park, this unfortunate incident led to the 35yr old player manager Albert Lindon making 33apps in goal in 1926-27. After retiring Frank Vallis coached football and cricket at Monkton Combe School in Bath and served as chairman of the local parish council.
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