About George Groves
Lived 1868 – 1941 (aged 72). George Groves was a British association football player and cricketer.
George Jasper Groves (19 October 1868 – 18 February 1941) was an English footballer who played as a defender, primarily for Sheffield United. He also played first-class cricket for Nottinghamshire.
Football career Born in Nottingham Groves was an amateur player who played regularly in the Sheffield area from around 1888 when he represented Heeley. He moved to Sheffield Club later the same year but almost immediately began guesting for nearby Sheffield United (as allowed by FA rules regarding amateurs).
Personal life Groves was a journalist, covering numerous sports in particular cricket and horse racing.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Groves?
English footballer (1868-1941)
When was George Groves born?
George Groves was born on 19 October 1868 in Nottingham.
When did George Groves die?
George Groves died on 18 February 1941 in Newmarket.
What was George Groves's occupation?
George Groves was an association football player and cricketer.
What nationality was George Groves?
George Groves was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Groves (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Groves. https://biography.guide/george-groves-association-football-player/
MLA: "George Groves." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-groves-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "George Groves." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-groves-association-football-player/.
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