Tim Ward (footballer)

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Tim Ward born September 17, 1917 in Cheltenham, England died January 28, 1993 was a professional footballer most notably with Derby County.

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[edit] Early life

Tim was christened Victor Timothy Ward, an adopted son to Bill and Eunice Andrews and raised in Charlton Kings near Cheltenham. Tim played football on the local pitches with his childhood friend Cedric, during these games Cedric would be Arsenal and Tim would be Derby County. He attended Charlton Kings Boys School.

[edit] Football career

Tim played football for Cheltenham Schools and Charlton Kings before signing for Cheltenham Town who were then embarking on there first seasons in the Southern Football league. In 1937 Tim had an unsuccessful trail for Leicester City risking the sack from his job. Later that year Tim had a successful trail at Derby County and was signed by them for £200. His career was interrupted by the Second World War, during his time in the army Tim made guest appearances for Notts County, Hamilton Academicals and Leeds United and also played for the Scottish Army XI before he was sent in fight in Europe. After the war Tim played for the BAOR team before being demobed. Upon his return to Derby County he missed out on playing in the F.A. Cup final He gained 2 full England caps making his debut against Belgium on September 21, 1947 at The Heysel Stadium and making his second and final appearance against Wales at Villa Park on November 10, 1948.

[edit] After Football

When Tim retired from playing he managed Barnsley, Exeter City for just a few days, Carlisle United and Grimsby Town as well as managing his beloved Derby County. After his retirement from football Tim still stayed involved and was a scout for Nottingham Forest

[edit] Family

Tim married Nancy (who died in December 1992); they had one son Andrew (born 22 April 1949).

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