Career
He later became the first professional manager of Born in Mansfield in 1915, Harry played for his local side Mansfield Town before joining Wolves. Later in his career, he signed for Sunderland for £7,500. In 1949 Thompson was signed as manager.
He managed the club for 9 years, winning the Southern League and the Southern League Cup twice.
They also reached the fourth round of the. Southern League champions: (1953) Southern League Cup winners: (1953 and 1954).
