FORMER Grimsby Town skipper Keith Jobling skipper has died.
The sad news was posted today on the club's website in the form of a tribute from club historian and former Grimsby Telegraph football writer John Kirk.
He writes: "For Mariners Legends, they don't come bigger or better than Keith Jobling!"
Born in New Waltham in 1934, Keith played in the village team before signing as an amateur for the Mariners, turning full-time professional in the summer of 1953.
His debut came in a 1-0 win against Barrow in a team which included Clarrie Williams, Bill Freeburn, Reg Scotson, Chris Johnson, Jimmy Bloomer and Jimmy Maddison.
His debut coincided with the first game for new manager Billy Walsh.
For a central defender, he was relatively slightly built - just under six foot and only 11½ stone.
But he was a fearless tackler, good in the air and a brilliant reader of the game.
As his playing career neared its end, he signed for Boston United and later succeeded Jim Smith as manager of the non-league side.
In readiness for retirement, he also set up is own upholstery business.
Ends John Kirk: "Keith Jobling, Master Mariner, 1934-2020."
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