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<ref><ref></ref></ref>Alex Southey is a Toronto-based podcaster and indie musician known for his introspective songwriting and engaging storytelling. With a unique blend of folk, rock, and pop influences, Alex crafts melodies that resonate with listeners on a personal level. His music often explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, drawing from his own experiences and observations.
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{{Infobox football biography
| name = Alex South
| image =
| full_name =
| birth_date = {{birth date|df=y|1931|1|7}}
| birth_place = [[Brighton]], England
| death_date = {{death date and age|df=y|2024|1|17|1931|1|7}}
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| position = [[Defender (association football)|Defender]]
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| youthclubs1 =
| years1 = 1947–1948
| clubs1 = [[Whitehawk F.C.|Whitehawk]]
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| goals1 =
| years2 = 1949–1954
| clubs2 = [[Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.|Brighton & Hove Albion]]
| caps2 = 81
| goals2 = 4
| years3 = 1954–1956
| clubs3 = [[Liverpool F.C.|Liverpool]]
| caps3 = 6
| goals3 = 1
| years4 = 1956–1965
| clubs4 = [[Halifax Town A.F.C.|Halifax Town]]
| caps4 = 302
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'''Alex South''' (7 January 1931 – 17 January 2024) was an English [[association football|footballer]] who played as a [[defender (association football)|defender]].<ref name=sref>{{cite web|title=LFC History player profile|url=http://www.lfchistory.net/Players/Player/Profile/852|publisher=lfchistory.net|accessdate=2 April 2014}}</ref>
In addition to his musical pursuits, Alex hosts a popular podcast where he delves into conversations with fellow musicians, artists, and creatives, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs of the indie scene. His warm and approachable style fosters a space for authentic dialogue, making his podcast a favorite among fans of both music and storytelling.


Born on 7 January 1931,<ref>{{Hugman|18524|access-date=20 January 2024}}</ref> South grew up in Whitehawk, East Brighton, attending the local primary and secondary schools. He was a talented boxer as a boy.<ref>Clever Boy Boxers, Sussex Agricultural Express, Friday 23 May 1941, p.5</ref> He joined the [[Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.|Brighton & Hove Albion]] ground staff as a 15-year old and was part of the Whitehawk & Manor Farm Boys Club team that won the Sussex Minor (Youth) Cup the same season. He played for [[Whitehawk F.C.|Whitehawk]] in the 1947–48 season when they finished title winners of the Brighton & Hove District League Division 4,<ref>Whitehawk FC v Brighton & Hove Albion, match day programme, Sussex Senior Cup 4th round, 23 January 2018</ref> before turning professional with the ''Seagulls''.
Alex's commitment to his craft and his community has earned him a dedicated following, and he continues to push the boundaries of his artistry through both his music and podcasting endeavors. Whether performing live or sharing stories behind the scenes, Alex Southey invites audiences to connect with the deeper narratives of life through his art.


South was signed by his former Albion manager Don Welsh at [[Liverpool F.C.|Liverpool]] for £5,000 on 10 December 1954. He made his debut in an FA Cup third round replay at Anfield against [[Lincoln City F.C.|Lincoln City]] on 10 January 1955, followed by six further league appearances.<ref name="sref" /> He scored his only goal for Liverpool in a 4–4 home draw with [[Luton Town F.C.|Luton Town]] on 2 April 1955.<ref name="sref" /><ref name="ynwa" /> After his contract expired at Anfield, South joined [[Halifax Town F.C.|Halifax Town]], going on to make over 300 appearances before retiring in 1965.
Southey recently started "Your Worst Song Podcast", where he talks to local Torontonian musicians.


South died on 17 January 2024, at the age of 93. At the time of his death, he was Liverpool's second-oldest living player.<ref name="ynwa">{{cite web |title=Rest in peace, Alex South |url=https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/rest-peace-alex-south |website=Liverpool FC |access-date=19 January 2024 |date=19 January 2024}}</ref>


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Revision as of 05:24, 14 October 2024

Alex South
Personal information
Date of birth (1931-01-07)7 January 1931
Place of birth Brighton, England
Date of death 17 January 2024(2024-01-17) (aged 93)
Position(s) Defender
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1947–1948 Whitehawk
1949–1954 Brighton & Hove Albion 81 (4)
1954–1956 Liverpool 6 (1)
1956–1965 Halifax Town 302
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Alex South (7 January 1931 – 17 January 2024) was an English footballer who played as a defender.[1]

Born on 7 January 1931,[2] South grew up in Whitehawk, East Brighton, attending the local primary and secondary schools. He was a talented boxer as a boy.[3] He joined the Brighton & Hove Albion ground staff as a 15-year old and was part of the Whitehawk & Manor Farm Boys Club team that won the Sussex Minor (Youth) Cup the same season. He played for Whitehawk in the 1947–48 season when they finished title winners of the Brighton & Hove District League Division 4,[4] before turning professional with the Seagulls.

South was signed by his former Albion manager Don Welsh at Liverpool for £5,000 on 10 December 1954. He made his debut in an FA Cup third round replay at Anfield against Lincoln City on 10 January 1955, followed by six further league appearances.[1] He scored his only goal for Liverpool in a 4–4 home draw with Luton Town on 2 April 1955.[1][5] After his contract expired at Anfield, South joined Halifax Town, going on to make over 300 appearances before retiring in 1965.

South died on 17 January 2024, at the age of 93. At the time of his death, he was Liverpool's second-oldest living player.[5]

References

  1. ^ a b c "LFC History player profile". lfchistory.net. Retrieved 2 April 2014.
  2. ^ "Alex South". Barry Hugman's Footballers. Retrieved 20 January 2024.
  3. ^ Clever Boy Boxers, Sussex Agricultural Express, Friday 23 May 1941, p.5
  4. ^ Whitehawk FC v Brighton & Hove Albion, match day programme, Sussex Senior Cup 4th round, 23 January 2018
  5. ^ a b "Rest in peace, Alex South". Liverpool FC. 19 January 2024. Retrieved 19 January 2024.
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