George O'Dell

George William O'Dell (16 January 1901 – 1971) was an English professional footballer who played as a wing half.

George O'Dell
Personal information
Full nameGeorge William O'Dell
Date of birth16 January 1901
Place of birthHoddesdon, England
Date of death1971 (aged 69–70)
Position(s)Wing half
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
St Albans City
1927–1932Northampton Town147(10)
1932–1934Wigan Athletic76(?)
1934–1935Newport County24(0)
Total247(10)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Born in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, O'Dell was signed by Northampton Town from St Albans City in 1927.[1] He spent five seasons at Northampton, making 147 Football League appearances for the club. He joined newly formed Wigan Athletic in 1932, and played in the club's first ever league game.[2] He made 76 Cheshire League appearances in two seasons at the club before returning to the Football League with Newport County in 1934.

References

External links

  • George O'Dell at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)