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Ted Owens

1913 – 1986

English association footballer

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About Ted Owens

Lived 1913 – 1986 (aged 72–73). Ted Owens was a British association football player.

Edward Owens (7 November 1913 – 1980), often known as Tussy Owens, was a footballer who played in the Football League for Preston North End and Crystal Palace as a defender. He also played in non-league football for Bath City.

Playing career Born in Trimdon Grange, Owens began his career at Trimdon St Mary's. In 1928, he went on trial at Northampton Town, and in 1929 joined Stockport County, but did not make a League appearance.

In 1930, he joined Preston North End, where he scored seven goals in 19 appearances, and in January 1934 signed for Crystal Palace of the Third Division South. Between then and when regular league competition was suspended due to World War II, he made 164 league appearances for Palace without scoring. In all senior competitions, he made 172 appearances for the club, scoring once. He returned to Stockport County and made 11 appearances in the Football League North in 1944–45. In November 1945, he moved on to Bath City.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1986
Nationality
Also known as
Edward Owens

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ted Owens?

English association footballer (1913-1986)

When was Ted Owens born?

Ted Owens was born on 7 November 1913 in Trimdon Grange.

When did Ted Owens die?

Ted Owens died in 1986.

What was Ted Owens's occupation?

Ted Owens was an association football player.

What nationality was Ted Owens?

Ted Owens was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ted Owens

· Wikidata: Q29861366

· DBpedia: Ted Owens (footballer)

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