Daniel Hooper (15 September 1893 – 1973) was an English footballer who played as a

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in the

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for Oldham Athletic. Hooper was born in Newton Aycliffe. His family were from

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in Darlington, where his father worked in the rolling mills. His uncle, Charlie Roberts, played for England and

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. His brothers, Bill, Mark and Carl, were all professional footballers, and his sisters, Sarah and Bessie, played for Darlington Quaker Ladies. He played for Darlington Rise Carr before joining Oldham Athletic during the 1919–20 season. He made five League appearances before moving to Shildon Athletic. He later returned to Darlington Rise Carr and went on to play for Darlington Wednesday. He had a trial at Lincoln City during the 1927–28 season. In 1928, he was the subject of controversy when he played for two clubs, beyond his registration.

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1893 births 1973 deaths People from Newton Aycliffe Footballers from Darlington English men's footballers Men's association football central defenders Oldham Athletic A.F.C. players Shildon A.F.C. players English Football League players {{England-footy-defender-1890s-stub