Ron Henry


Ronald Patrick Henry was a footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur, and won one cap for England. His grandson, Ronnie, is also a professional footballer.

Club career

Henry joined Tottenham in 1952 from Redbourn, and made his debut in 1955 as a centre half, but was soon converted to left back. He was a regular in Spurs' defence for many years, and his honours include being a member of The Double winning side of 1961, the 1962 [FA Cup Final|1962 FA Cup], and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1963. Overall, Henry played 247 league games for Tottenham, scoring one goal.

International career

On 27 February 1963, he represented England in a UEFA [European Football Championship|European Championship] qualifier against France in Paris. This turned out to be his only international appearance as England lost 5–2.

Personal life

Henry lived in Redbourn, Hertfordshire and owned a bedding plant nursery, as well as many homing pigeons. He had remained involved with Tottenham Hotspur, as an assistant to the Under-18 side. On 27 December 2014, he died at the age of 80. There was a minute's applause for Henry before Tottenham's first game at White Hart Lane after his death, on 28 December against Manchester United.
His grandson, Ronnie Henry, currently plays for non-league side Royston Town, but is most known for his time at Stevenage, where he became the first ever captain to lift a competitive trophy at the new Wembley Stadium.

Honours

Tottenham Hotspur