Kelly: Dominic (Dom)

1935-1938 (Player Details)

Centre Half

Born: Sandbach, Cheshire: 23-06-1917

Debut: v Bolton Wanderers (a): 02-04-1938

6’1” 13st (1938)

Dominic Kelly was one of three men named Kelly, who played for Leeds in the 1930s and was a brother of John “Mick” Kelly. Noted for his excellent heading ability, Dominic was signed from Sandbach Ramblers in September 1935. He played four times for Leeds in 1937-38 but could not dislodge Tom Holley, Jock McDougall and Bob Kane in the Leeds pecking order. He was transferred to Newcastle United in November 1938 for £1,165, but only played one game before the start of World War Two. His career was seriously curtailed by firstly the war and then on the resumption of competitive play he sustained a career-ending ligament injury, but he enjoyed a fine career in Army football. After his football career he joined the Newcastle Police Force.