About John Helm
Born 1942. John Helm is a sports commentator.
John Helm (born 8 July 1942 in Baildon, West Riding of Yorkshire) is an English sports commentator who has commentated on football, golf, cricket and rugby league both for ITV and other broadcasters.
Helm is known for being a commentator on the international broadcast feed of various FIFA tournaments; he has provided live commentary at the FIFA World Cup (since 1982), the FIFA U-20 World Cup (since 2001), as well as numerous international football tournaments including youth and women's competitions. He is currently the club commentator and post-match interviewer for English football club Lincoln City.
Personal life Helm is a keen fan of Bradford (Park Avenue) A.F.C.
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Who is John Helm?
British sports commentator
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John Helm was born on 8 July 1942.
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John Helm is a sports commentator.
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