Rick Green

Richard Green (born 23 November 1952) is an English former professional footballer who played as a forward.

Career Born in Scunthorpe, Green played for Appleby Frodingham, Lincoln City, Scunthorpe United, Chesterfield, Notts County, Brigg Town and Barton Town.

Green grew up as a Scunthorpe United fan, and began playing for the Appleby Frodingham works team after leaving school. He trialled at Lincoln City and signed for them, but suffered a knee injury which kept him out for 13 weeks. He then signed for Scunthorpe United following a trial He transferred to Chesterfield for £23,000, and then to Notts County for £40,000, before returning to Scunthorpe for £25,000. He retired from professional football in 1981 due to a back injury, playing in non-league football for Brigg Town and Barton Town.

Green also played cricket and golf.