About Harold Pearson
Lived 1901 – 1972 (aged 70–71). Harold Pearson was a British association football player.
Herbert "Harold" Pearson (7 January 1901 – 1972) was an English professional footballer who played at centre forward for Southampton and Coventry City in the 1920s.
Football career Pearson was born in Brierley Hill where he played for Brierley Hill Alliance in the Birmingham & District League.
In May 1923, he was signed by Southampton of the Football League Second Division as cover for Bill Rawlings. Pearson made his debut at The Dell against Sheffield Wednesday on 15 September 1923, scoring twice in a 3–0 victory. Pearson retained his place for three more matches before Rawlings returned to the side. Although he was "quick and determined", he never received enough chances to establish himself in the first team and at the end of the season he was placed on the transfer list, at a suggested fee of £250.
In the summer of 1924, he joined Coventry City where he only made five appearances before dropping down to non-league football.
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Who was Harold Pearson?
British association football player (1901-1972)
When was Harold Pearson born?
Harold Pearson was born on 7 January 1901 in Brierley Hill.
When did Harold Pearson die?
Harold Pearson died in 1972 in Dudley.
What was Harold Pearson's occupation?
Harold Pearson was an association football player.
What nationality was Harold Pearson?
Harold Pearson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harold Pearson (footballer, born 1901)
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