Harry Hooper (footballer, born 1910)
Harry Reed Hooper (16 December 1910 – 24 March 1970) was an English professional footballer who played as a full-back. Born in Burnley, Lancashire, he started his career with Nelson before joining Sheffield United in 1930. During his time with United, he captained the side in the 1936 FA Cup Final. After 17 years with the club, he moved to Hartlepools United before retiring in 1950. Between 1957 and 1962, he was the manager of Halifax Town.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Harry Reed Hooper | ||
| Date of birth | 16 December 1910 | ||
| Place of birth | Burnley, England | ||
| Date of death | 24 March 1970 (aged 59) | ||
| Place of death | Halifax, England | ||
| Height | 5 ft 10+1⁄2 in (1.79 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Full-back | ||
| Youth career | |||
| –1928 | Nelson Tradesmen | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1928–1930 | Nelson | 21 | (0) |
| 1930–1947 | Sheffield United | 269 | (10) |
| 1947–1950 | Hartlepools United | 66 | (4) |
| Total | 356 | (14) | |
| Managerial career | |||
| 1957–1962 | Halifax Town | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
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