Date of death 1966 Playing position | Years Team Name George Emmerson | |
Full name George Arthur Heads Emmerson Date of birth (1906-05-15)May 15, 1906 Place of birth Bishop Auckland, England | ||
George Arthur Heads Emmerson (15 May 1906 – 1966) is an English former professional footballer.
Career
While playing for local side Jarrow, Emmerson was spotted by Middlesbrough and was offered the chance to play league football with the club in 1928. He spent two years at the club before moving to Cardiff City in 1930. A regular in the side during his three years at Ninian Park, including being ever-present during the 1931–32 season. In 1933 he was involved in a swap deal with Eddie Marcroft which saw him join Queens Park Rangers. He later finished his career after spells at Rochdale, Tunbridge Wells Rangers and Gillingham. After his retirement he returned to his job as a plumber, a trade he was working in before becoming a footballer.
References
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