About Dave Bumpstead
Lived 1935 – 2017 (aged 81). Dave Bumpstead was a British association football player.
David Bumpstead (6 November 1935 – 26 August 2017) was an English footballer who played as a defender in the Football League, notably for Bristol Rovers.
Managerial career Following his retirement, Bumpstead was appointed manager of Athenian League club Wingate. Bumpstead later joined Brentwood Town, managing the club to promotion to the Southern League Premier Division. In 1970, following Brentwood's merger with Chelmsford City, Bumpstead was named manager of Chelmsford. Bumpstead lasted in the role for four years, before ending his association with the club after two months in a general manager role, following the appointment of Syd Prosser as manager.
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Who was Dave Bumpstead?
English footballer (1935-2017)
When was Dave Bumpstead born?
Dave Bumpstead was born on 6 November 1935 in Rainham.
When did Dave Bumpstead die?
Dave Bumpstead died on 26 August 2017 in London Borough of Havering.
What was Dave Bumpstead's occupation?
Dave Bumpstead was an association football player.
What nationality was Dave Bumpstead?
Dave Bumpstead was British.
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