Jack Pitt

Jack Pitt (20 May 1920 – 17 August 2004), also known as Jackie Pitt, was a former professional footballer who spent the majority of his career at Bristol Rovers. His testimonial match was at Bath on 13 August 1988 against Wimbledon. Pitt spent more than 50 years at Bristol Rovers as a player, coach and groundsman. He was part of the half back line "Pitt, Warren and Sampson" that guided the Rovers to promotion to Division Two in 1953 and sustained them in their early years there. A hard tackling half-back, Jackie was known for his rivalry with Bristol City's equally tough defender, Ernie Peacock. Jack Pitt gave his life to his beloved club Bristol Rovers.

Jack Pitt
Personal information
Full name John Harry Pitt
Date of birth (1920-05-20)20 May 1920
Place of birth Willenhall, England
Date of death 17 August 2004(2004-08-17) (aged 84)
Place of death Bristol, England
Position(s) Wing half
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1937–19?? West Bromwich Albion 0 (0)
19??–1946 Bath City
1946–1960 Bristol Rovers 499 (16)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

References

  • "Tribute to Jack Pitt". Give Me Football. Archived from the original on 20 October 2006. Retrieved 22 September 2007.


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