About George Northcott
Lived 1935 – 2010 (aged 75). George Northcott was a British association football player.
George Edward Northcott (7 May 1935 – 15 November 2010) was an English professional footballer.
Northcott joined Torquay United, where his elder brother Tommy was already an established first team player, as a junior. He turned professional in October 1952, but had to wait until the 1954–55 season for his league debut. He played over 160 times for Torquay before leaving at the end of the 1961–62 season.
He joined non-league Cheltenham Town from where he joined Exeter City in August 1963. However, he played just once for City, before returning to non-league football.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Northcott?
English footballer (1935-2010)
When was George Northcott born?
George Northcott was born on 7 May 1935 in Torquay.
When did George Northcott die?
George Northcott died on 15 November 2010 in Torquay.
What was George Northcott's occupation?
George Northcott was an association football player.
What nationality was George Northcott?
George Northcott was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Northcott. https://biography.guide/george-northcott/
MLA: "George Northcott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-northcott/.
Chicago: "George Northcott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-northcott/.
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