About Thomas Helsby
Lived 1904 – 1961 (aged 57). Thomas Helsby was a British association football player.
Thomas Helsby (4 April 1904 – 29 August 1961) was an English professional footballer who played as a right half.
Career Born in Runcorn, Helsby played football for Rhyl Athletic, Wigan Borough, Ellesmere Port Town, Northwich Victoria, Runcorn, Cardiff City, Bradford City, Swindon Town, Hull City and Newport County.
Helsby joined First Division side Cardiff City in April 1928 but initially struggled to break into the first team. When the club were relegated to the Second Division, he enjoyed a prolonged spell in the side before leaving in 1931. He signed for Bradford City in March of that year, leaving the club in June 1933 to sign for Swindon Town. During his time with Bradford City he made 34 appearances in the Football League, as well as one FA Cup appearance.
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Who was Thomas Helsby?
British association football player (1904-1961)
When was Thomas Helsby born?
Thomas Helsby was born on 4 April 1904 in Runcorn.
When did Thomas Helsby die?
Thomas Helsby died on 29 August 1961.
What was Thomas Helsby's occupation?
Thomas Helsby was an association football player.
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Thomas Helsby was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Helsby. https://biography.guide/thomas-helsby/
MLA: "Thomas Helsby." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/thomas-helsby/.
Chicago: "Thomas Helsby." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/thomas-helsby/.
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