[4] He played a few times for Leicestershire in 1912, but in 1913 established himself as the leading bowler of what became a weakened bowling side owing to the tragic illness of Tom Jayes.

[citation needed] The last year before the First World War saw Geary take 114 wickets for just over 20 runs apiece.

[citation needed] He consequently played in two of the Tests that year and helped save England from defeat at Headingley with some steady batting whilst George Macaulay hit 76, but took only three wickets.

[citation needed] In South Africa he bowled well and was said to be regarded as the most dangerous bowler since the incomparable Sydney Barnes, taking twelve wickets at Johannesburg.

1930, with the Australians back, saw Geary as powerless as all of England's other bowlers to stop the onslaught of Bradman, and he was also affected by injury.

[citation needed] However, in 1934 his form improved and he was chosen for two Tests, but his only significant contribution was an innings of 53 against the leg spin bowling of Grimmett and O'Reilly at Trent Bridge.

Most notably, the batsman Peter May admitted that Geary's coaching played a vital role in his development[citation needed].

After he left Charterhouse in 1959, Geary went to Rugby School, who wanted assistance to develop young players and improve their fortunes.