Bill Dodgin Sr. facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | William Dodgin | ||
| Date of birth | 17 April 1909 | ||
| Place of birth | Gateshead, England | ||
| Date of death | 16 October 1999 (aged 90) | ||
| Place of death | Godalming, England | ||
| Height | 5ft 10.5in | ||
| Playing position | Wing half | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Gateshead High Fell | |||
| Wallsend | |||
| Kirkley & Waveney | |||
| Lowestoft Town | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1928–1932 | Huddersfield Town | 10 | (0) |
| 1932–1934 | Lincoln City | 46 | (1) |
| 1934–1936 | Charlton Athletic | 29 | (0) |
| 1936–1937 | Bristol Rovers | 30 | (1) |
| 1937–1939 | Clapton Orient | 62 | (1) |
| 1939–1946 | Southampton | 0 | (0) |
| Total | 177 | (3) | |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1946–1949 | Southampton | ||
| 1949–1953 | Fulham | ||
| 1953–1957 | Brentford | ||
| 1957–1958 | Sampdoria | ||
| –1961 | Yiewsley | ||
| 1969–1972 | Bristol Rovers | ||
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William "Bill" Dodgin Sr. (born 17 April 1909, died 16 October 1999) was an English professional footballer. He played as a left half, which is a type of midfielder. After his playing days, he became a manager, coach, and scout for football teams.
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Bill Dodgin's Football Journey
Bill Dodgin had a long career in football. He played in the Football League for several clubs. Two of his most notable teams were Clapton Orient and Lincoln City.
Playing for Different Clubs
Dodgin started his professional playing career in 1928. He played for teams like Huddersfield Town and Charlton Athletic. He also spent time at Bristol Rovers and Clapton Orient. His final club as a player was Southampton.
Becoming a Manager
After he stopped playing, Bill Dodgin became a football manager. He managed some well-known clubs, including Southampton, Fulham, and Brentford. He even managed a team in Italy called Sampdoria.
Later Roles in Football
Later in his career, Dodgin returned to Bristol Rovers. He worked there as a coach and a scout. A scout finds new talented players for the team. His very last job in football was as the chief scout at Bristol Rovers. He retired from football in 1981.
About Bill Dodgin's Life
Bill Dodgin's life wasn't just about football. He had other interesting experiences too.
Family and Early Life
Bill Dodgin had a son, also named Bill. His son also became a footballer and even played for teams managed by his father, like Southampton and Fulham. Before becoming a professional footballer in 1928, Bill Dodgin Sr. worked as a miner.
During World War II
During the Second World War, Bill Dodgin worked in an aircraft factory. This factory was in a place called Hamble-le-Rice. While working there, he also played football for the factory's team, Folland Aircraft.
Running a Shop
When he was managing Yiewsley, Bill Dodgin also ran a small shop. It was a tobacconist's and sweet shop in Byfleet. This shows he had many different skills outside of football!
Awards and Recognition
Bill Dodgin received an award called the Bell's Merit Award. This award recognized his contributions to football.
