Alan Ball facts for kids

Alan Ball is a name shared by several notable people. When you see the name Alan Ball, it could be referring to one of these individuals:

• Alan Ball, Sr. (1924-1982) was an English footballer and later a football manager. He played for several clubs, including Bolton Wanderers and Blackpool. After his playing career, he became a manager for teams like Preston North End.

• Alan Ball, Jr. (1945-2007) was also an English footballer and manager, and the son of Alan Ball, Sr. He was a very famous player, known for being part of the England team that won the FIFA World Cup in 1966. He played for clubs like Blackpool, Everton, Arsenal, and Southampton. After retiring as a player, he managed several teams, including Portsmouth and Manchester City.

• Alan Ball (screenwriter) (born 1957) is an American writer, director, and producer. He is well-known for creating popular television shows like Six Feet Under and True Blood. He also won an Academy Award for writing the movie American Beauty.