The Cheltenham Football Club is deeply saddened by the
loss of a club legend, Jack Barker.
Jack played over 400 matches in the red, yellow and black, winning two senior
best and fairest awards and later on captained the 2nd XIII to what still is
the club’s last reserve grade flag in 1958.
In 2008, Jack was honored by both the Cheltenham Football Club and Cheltenham
Cricket Club, where he played over 1000 cumulative matches by having the
Weatherall Rd ground that he graced so often, named in his honor.
“It is a sad day not only for the Cheltenham Football Club, but also the wider
sporting community in Cheltenham” said President Rob Everett.
“Jack was and always will be a revered figure with the walls of the Cheltenham
Football Club and his contribution has left an indelible mark on our football
club and the people closest to him.”
“Our thoughts are with Evelyn and family at this difficult time.”
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