Alfred Gard

Background

Gard was born in Reading, Berkshire.

Career

He played for Trowbridge Town before joining Small Heath in July 1900 as cover for the injury-prone Billy Bennett. He deputised twice more for Bennett, but moved on to Southern League club Maidenhead at the end of the season.

Achievements

• During the 1900-1901 season, Bennett was injured rather less than usual, so it was not until 16 February 1901 that Gard eventually made his Second Division debut, in a 3–1 home win against Barnsley.