About Jack Hixon
Lived 1920 – 2009 (aged 88–89). Jack Hixon was a British association football player.
John Hixon (7 February 1921 – 20 December 2009) was an English football talent scout. A familiar face at football games across the North East for decades, Hixon played a major part in furthering the careers of many footballers from the region.
Working as Burnley's scout in the North East for many years, Hixon also recommended players to Southampton, Ipswich Town, Sunderland and Newcastle United.
His most notable protégé was Alan Shearer, with whom he remained a close friend up until his death.
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Who was Jack Hixon?
football talent scout (1920-2009)
When was Jack Hixon born?
Jack Hixon was born in 1920.
When did Jack Hixon die?
Jack Hixon died on 20 December 2009.
What was Jack Hixon's occupation?
Jack Hixon was an association football player.
What nationality was Jack Hixon?
Jack Hixon was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Hixon. https://biography.guide/jack-hixon/
MLA: "Jack Hixon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-hixon/.
Chicago: "Jack Hixon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-hixon/.
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