Frank Hodgson

Frank Hodgson (25 May 1908 – 8 May 1983) was a motorcycle speedway rider from England, who rode for Hackney Wick Wolves and Middlesbrough Bears.

[2][3][4] He had previously competed in grasstrack racing, and his early speedway experience was gained with the Amateur Riders' Club in Dagenham in 1936, where he also worked in the Ford factory.

[3] He was captain of Hackney's team in the second division in 1938 and 1939, before his career was interrupted by World War II, in which he served in the Royal Air Force.

[3] In 1946, he rode for Middlesbrough Bears, whom he also captained, his brother Jack Hodgson also a member of the team.

[5] Also in 1950, he joined Glasgow Tigers, missing the start of the 1952 season after falling from a ladder and breaking a rib.