About John Rutherford
Born 1907. John Rutherford was a British association football player.
John James Rutherford (4 March 1907 – 1983) was an English footballer.
Career Rutherford began his career at amateur club Ilford, scoring a hat-trick as a teenager in a 3–1 away win against Ajax, before having brief spells at West Ham United and Arsenal. Rutherford later played for Tunbridge Wells Rangers.
Personal life His father Jock was also a professional footballer as well as his uncles Sep and Bob. Rutherford's grandson, Greg Rutherford, is an Olympic long jump gold medallist.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Rutherford?
English footballer (born 1907)
When was John Rutherford born?
John Rutherford was born on 4 March 1907 in South Shields.
What was John Rutherford's occupation?
John Rutherford was an association football player.
What nationality was John Rutherford?
John Rutherford was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Rutherford (footballer)
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