About Frank Jackett
Lived 1927 – 2010 (aged 82). Frank Jackett was a British association football player and association football coach.
Frank Jackett (5 July 1927 – 14 April 2010) was a Welsh professional footballer who played as a wing half.
Career Jackett moved from Pontardawe Athletic to Watford, making 14 appearances in the English Football League for them between 1949 and 1953. He then spent a season at Leyton Orient, making a further 4 league appearances, before moving into non-league football with Ramsgate.
Personal life Jackett died on 14 April 2010, at the age of 82. He was the father of Kenny Jackett, also a professional footballer.
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Who was Frank Jackett?
Welsh footballer (1927-2010)
When was Frank Jackett born?
Frank Jackett was born on 5 July 1927 in Ystalyfera.
When did Frank Jackett die?
Frank Jackett died on 14 April 2010 in England.
What was Frank Jackett's occupation?
Frank Jackett was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Frank Jackett?
Frank Jackett was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Jackett. https://biography.guide/frank-jackett/
MLA: "Frank Jackett." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-jackett/.
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