GEORGE HAIGH
George Haigh (29 June 1915 – 23rd April 2019) We are deeply saddened to report the death of our oldest surviving player George Haigh. For many years George has been a regular visitor to Edgeley Park and was our guest to unveil the World War One memorial plaque in November 2018. Born in Stockport, George played his first game at Edgeley Park in 1929, when he captained his school team (Parish Church School) in the schools’ final. He represented Stockport and Cheshire Schools before signing as an amateur for Manchester City where he played in the A team with Frank Swift. He moved to County as an amateur where he played successfully for the A team. On his 21st birthday he was offered a professional contract by County manager Fred…
