About Joe Hills
Lived 1897 – 1969 (aged 71). Joe Hills was a British cricketer, cricket umpire and association football player.
Joseph John Hills (14 October 1897 – 21 September 1969) was an English first-class cricketer, Test match umpire and professional footballer.
Hills played professional football as a goalkeeper, moving to Wales when he was signed by Cardiff City in 1924. He also played for Swansea Town and Fulham before a serious injury to his right arm in 1927 ended his career. Glamorgan did not renew his contract after the 1931 season owing to the club's financial difficulties. He died in Hampshire in 1969.
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Who was Joe Hills?
English cricketer (1897-1969)
When was Joe Hills born?
Joe Hills was born on 14 October 1897 in Plumstead.
When did Joe Hills die?
Joe Hills died on 21 September 1969 in Bournemouth, Hampshire, Westbourne, Dorset.
What was Joe Hills's occupation?
Joe Hills was a cricketer, cricket umpire and association football player.
What nationality was Joe Hills?
Joe Hills was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Hills. https://biography.guide/joe-hills-cricketer/
MLA: "Joe Hills." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-hills-cricketer/.
Chicago: "Joe Hills." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-hills-cricketer/.
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