James Richardson Spensley Sports manager

Dr James Richardson Spensley (17 May 1867 – 10 November 1915) was an English doctor, footballer, manager, Scout Leader and medic from Stoke Newington, London. He is considered to be one of the "Fathers of Italian football", due to his association with Genoa CFC and his contribution to the modern day variation of the game in Italy. He is no relation of noted Italian football correspondent, James Richardson.

Personal facts

James Richardson Spensley
Birth dateMay 17, 1867
Birth place
England , Stoke Newington
Date of deathNovember 10, 1915
Place of death
Germany , Mainz

Search