Bert Elkin

Bertie Henry West Elkin (14 January 1886 – 3 June 1962)[1] was a professional footballer and golfer.

He played football for Fulham, Luton Town, Stockport County and Tottenham Hotspur.

Elkin had spells at Fulham and Luton before joining Stockport County where he played 47 matches between 1908 and 1909.

The right back signed for Tottenham Hotspur in 1909 and went on to feature in 27 matches in all competitions for the Lilywhites.

He was twice the losing finalist in the South African Professional Match Play Championship, in 1934 and 1940, the latter at the age of 54.

Portrait of Bert Elkin