title: Jimmy Gooch (footballer)
text: # Jimmy Gooch (footballer)
  
  Jimmy Gooch (11 July 1921 – 2001) was an English professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
  
  ## Career
  
  Born in West Ham, Gooch began his career at Becontree. He joined Preston North End as an amateur in March 1942, turning professional in May of that year. He later played for Bradford City, Watford and Bath City.
  
  