John Carruthers (footballer)

John Clement Carruthers (1900–1959) was an English professional footballer. A centre forward born in Howden-on-Tyne, he played in the Football League for South Shields, Bradford City, Blackpool and Crewe Alexandra, in between spells with Preston Colliery.[2]

For the Brighton & Hove Albion footballer, see Jack Carruthers.

John Carruthers
Personal information
Full name John Clement Carruthers
Date of birth 1900
Place of birth Howdon-on-Tyne, England
Date of death 1959 (aged 58–59)
Height 5 ft 10 1⁄2 in (1.79 m)[1]
Position(s) Centre forward
Youth career
Preston Colliery
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1920 South Shields 2 (1)
1921–1922 Bradford City 4 (0)
1923 Blackpool 2 (0)
1923–1924 Crewe Alexandra 20 (4)
Preston Colliery
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

References
  1. "The lure of promotion. Blackpool". Athletic News. Manchester. 13 August 1923. p. 6.
  2. Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. p. 49. ISBN 978-1-899468-67-6.
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