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Ike Clarke

Ike Clarke

Clubs played for: West Bromwich Albion, Portsmouth, Yeovil Town, Sittingbourne, Canterbury City (1937-1961)

Born: 1915

Birthplace: Tipton

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Biography: A traditional 'number nine' who had a fantastic eye for goal. He had already proved his worth at West Brom before signing for Pompey as a 37 year old. It only took him six minutes to get his first goal for the club and went on to play throughout both the Championship winning seasons before hanging up his boots in 1952. He then moved to live in Herne Bay, Kent and helped raise funds for the County Cricket Club. Died in April 2002 at the age of 87.




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