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munich58.co.ukIn memory of those who died in the munich air crash in February 1958 |
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munich58.co.ukIn memory of those who died in the munich air crash in February 1958 |
Tom Curry was one of the victims of the air crash. He joined United in mid-30s as the Trainer and was regarded by Matt Busby as "best trainer in Britain.''
This article was sent to Munich58.co.uk by Charlie Bell of Stretford who lives in the house that Tom and his family lived in from the time he joined United until his death.
Tom Curry first appeared for Newcastle at Arsenal on the opening day of the 1919-1920 season, although he had joined the club seven years earlier from Shields junior sides.
Many of his younger days were lost to the war, but he still went on to make over 200 appearances for Newcastle United in the 1920s. Solid in all departments of a half-back's game, Curry hailed from South Shields. He found his best form as Newcastle challenged strongly for the League Championship in 1920 and 1921.
He played for the Football League during those years but missed Newcastle's 1924 Wembley visit. Then in his 30's, he remained at Gallowgate for a further five years, being used as a utility player and an able reserve, helping youngsters in the club's North-Eastern League side.
In January 1929 he left on a free transfer to Stockport County, a year later becoming Carlisle United trainer. In 1934 he began a long association with Manchester United's backroom staff and in 1948 was trainer to the Great Britain Olympic XI which was managed by Matt Busby.
Curry was one of the victims of the Munich Air Disaster which destroyed the Manchester United team in February 1958.
