Jimmy Gooch

Jimmy Gooch (11 July 1921 – 2001) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Jimmy Gooch

Personal information
Date of birth	11 July 1921
Place of birth	West Ham, England
Date of death	2001 (aged 79–80)
Position(s)	Goalkeeper
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
	Becontree
1942–1952	Preston North End	135	(0)
1953–1955	Bradford City	22	(0)
1955–1957	Watford	43	(0)
	Bath City
Total		200	(0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

Career

Born in West Ham, Gooch began his career at Becontree. He joined Preston North End as an amateur in March 1942, turning professional in May of that year.[1] He later played for Bradford City, Watford and Bath City.[2]

References

1. "Safe Hands For Watford And North End". Preston North End F.C. 9 November 2010. Archived from the original on 2 January 2011.
2. "Profile". Post War English & Scottish Football League A - Z Player's Transfer Database.