from Beattyville, KY
16 September 1913 • Jarrow , England
Died:09 February 1936 • Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
His life and career were cut short on 1 February 1936 when he was kicked in the head and chest after he had picked up the ball following a backpass in a game against Chelsea F....
English football player • Association football goalkeeper • Sunderland A.Football Club player • Football • Club
Activity:Games
James Horatio "Jimmy" Thorpe (16 September 1913 - 9 February 1936) was an English footballer born in Jarrow. He played 139 games as a goalkeeper for