About Billy Cook
Lived 1890 – 1974 (aged 83–84). Billy Cook was a British association football player.
Billy Cook (2 March 1890 – 1974) was an English footballer who played for Sheffield United and Worksop Town. He was a lightweight but useful full back, a two footed tackler and solid defender.
Club career
Billy Cook started playing with Hebburn Argyle where he took over the position vacated by Jack English. In April 1912 he transferred to Sheffield United where he became a first team regular.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Billy Cook?
English footballer (1890-1974)
When was Billy Cook born?
Billy Cook was born on 2 March 1890 in Washington.
When did Billy Cook die?
Billy Cook died in 1974.
What was Billy Cook's occupation?
Billy Cook was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Cook?
Billy Cook was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Billy Cook (footballer, born 1890)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Cook. https://biography.guide/billy-cook-association-football-player-1890/
MLA: "Billy Cook." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-cook-association-football-player-1890/.
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