Hallett: Thomas Reginald (Tom)

1956-1963 (Player Details)

Centre Half

Born: Glynneath, Nr Swansea: 10-04-1939

Debut: v Blackburn Rovers (a): 17-10-1962

5’11 1/4” 12st 10lb (1962)

Hallett, a Welsh Schoolboy International, joined the Leeds ground staff in June 1954, after playing for Glynneath Secondary Modern and Neath Grammar Schools. He turned professional in April 1956 but did not play for Leeds in the League but played many games at the Reserve level. His only game for United came in the League Cup at Blackburn in 1962, which United lost 4-0. He joined Swindon Town in July 1963, making twenty-six appearances and one in the League Cup without scoring. He finally found regular football when he was sold to Bradford City for £1,200 in June 1966, being an almost ever-present. He became captain and he made one hundred and seventy-seven League appearances and two off the bench and scored two goals before being released in June 1971. He later worked as a prison officer.