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Harry Penk
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Full name Henry Penk
Date of birth 19 July 1934
Place of birth Wigan, England
Date of death 22 June 2020(2020-06-22) (aged 85)
Height 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
Playing position Winger
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1953–1955 Wigan Athletic 55 (6)
1955–1957 Portsmouth 9 (2)
1957–1960 Plymouth Argyle 104 (14)
1960–1964 Southampton 52 (6)
Total 165 (22)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Henry Penk (born 19 July 1934 – died 22 June 2020) was an English footballer. He was known for playing as a winger, which means he played on the sides of the field, often running fast to help score goals.

Playing Career Highlights

Henry Penk started his football journey with Wigan Athletic. This was a time when he was playing in what's called "non-league football," which means it wasn't part of the main professional leagues yet. He played 55 games for Wigan Athletic.

In September 1955, Henry moved to a bigger club, Portsmouth. Even though he didn't play many games for their main team, he still managed to score two goals in nine matches.

Success at Plymouth Argyle

In 1957, Henry joined Plymouth Argyle. This was a very important move for him! He became a key player for the team. In 1959, his team, Plymouth Argyle, won the championship of the Third Division. Henry played a big part in this success, scoring nine goals in 37 league games that season.

Time with Southampton

After his time at Plymouth, Henry Penk joined Southampton in 1960. He played for Southampton for four years. During this time, he made 60 appearances for the first team and scored 7 goals. Later in his career, he also played for Salisbury and Cowes.

His Final Years

Henry Penk passed away on 22 June 2020, at the age of 85. He is remembered as a talented winger who played for several well-known English football clubs.

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