Micky Bennett

William "Micky" Bennett was an association footballer who played in the 1890 FA Cup final for Sheffield Wednesday.

He played as centre-forward for Rotherham Town, Mexborough, and Doncaster Rovers,[1] He was particularly noted for his heading ability,[2] and was said to "know no fear".

[3] He won the Sheffield Senior Cup with Mexborough in 1885–86, heading the equalizer in a 2–1 win over Heeley in the final, at the Old Forge Ground.

[10][11] Bennett's younger brothers Walter and 'Tip' were also professional footballers, the former for Sheffield United amongst others and the latter for Barnsley.

Bennett volunteered for duty in the First World War in 1915, despite being 53 years old,[14] joining the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry until rheumatism invalided him out a few months later.