About John Gurkin
Lived 1895 – 1976 (aged 80). John Gurkin was a British association football player.
Club career
Signed by West Ham from South Hetton Rovers, Gurkin played only once, on 27 August 1921 in a 2–0 home defeat by Stoke. Moving to Norwich City in 1922 he remained for only one season before moving into non-league football with Stalybridge Celtic and Spennymoor United. He returned to the Football League with Durham City, making 160 appearances over four seasons in the Third Division North. After a season with Stalybridge Celtic, Gurkin finished his league career with two appearances for Exeter City, after which he returned to non-league with Hyde United, Jarrow and Murton Colliery Welfare.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Gurkin?
English footballer (1895-1976)
When was John Gurkin born?
John Gurkin was born on 9 September 1895 in Murton.
When did John Gurkin die?
John Gurkin died on 25 February 1976 in Sunderland.
What was John Gurkin's occupation?
John Gurkin was an association football player.
What nationality was John Gurkin?
John Gurkin was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Gurkin. https://biography.guide/john-gurkin/
MLA: "John Gurkin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-gurkin/.
Chicago: "John Gurkin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-gurkin/.
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