Dave Hill (footballer)

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David Hill (born June 6, 1966 in Nottingham is an English former professional footballer.

Hill was a wholehearted central defender who enjoyed a great rapport with the fans due to his effort and determination. He made 327 league appearances in England with Scunthorpe United, Ipswich Town, Lincoln City and Chesterfield F.C. before moving to Ireland in 1995 and joining Cork City. He spent 5 seasons at the club, winning an FAI Cup winners medal and League Cup winners medal. He also picked up 2 runners up medals in the League of Ireland Premier Division.

In August 2000, Hill moved to Dublin to Bohemians. In his first season, he finally won a Premier Division winners medal and to top it off, he was part of the team that completed the "Double" a week later when winning the FAI Cup. Hill spent another season at Bohs before taking up the offer of the player/manager job at First Division side Cobh Ramblers. He spent 2 seasons here and reached the play offs but couldn't get the club promoted. He then became assistant manager at Cork City. He left when Damien Richardson was sacked. He is currently not involved in football.

[edit] Honours

  • FAI Cup: 2
    • Cork City - 1998
    • Bohemians - 2001

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