Jeff Astle
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| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Death | 21 years ago |
| Date of birth | May 13,1942 |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Born | Eastwood |
| United Kingdom | |
| Date of died | January 19,2002 |
| Died | Queen's Hospital |
| Romford | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Spouse | Laraine Astle |
| Playing position | Forward |
| Children | Dawn Astle |
| Claire Astle | |
| Dorice Mottram | |
| Job | Footballer |
| Position | Striker |
| 19641974 | West Bromwich Albion |
| 1974 | Hellenic FC |
| 19591964 | Notts County |
| 19691970 | England |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 436684 |
Jeff Astle Life story
Jeffrey Astle was an English professional footballer who played the majority of his career as a centre-forward for West Bromwich Albion. Nicknamed "the King" by the club's fans, he played 361 games for them and scored 174 goals. He also won five caps for England without scoring.
Dementia: Is the heading a football cause of the disease?
... What evidence is there that there is an increased risk of dementia? Jeff Astle s death is repeated at the top of the ball The Problem is in the headlines in 2002, at the age of 59 years...
Scottish FA expects that ban children heading footballs in a matter of weeks
... neuro-surgeon said the former England striker Jeff Astle died from a disease of the brain normally associated with boxers rather than Alzheimer s disease Gordon Smith, former chief executive of the Scottish FA, welcomed the proposed ban, and told BBC Radio s Good Morning Scotland programme that the young players could be taught techniques heading for sure, if they used lighter balls...
Scottish FA considers ban on children heading balls after dementia study
... A neurosurgeon said Jeff Astle died from a brain condition normally linked to boxers rather than Alzheimer s disease Last week Dr John MacLean, the Scottish FA s chief medical consultant, told BBC Scotland he wanted to see He said: Through work with the Scottish FA and Uefa, what we have started to do is put together some sensible guidelines...
Scottish FA considers ban on children heading balls after dementia study
The Scottish FA is to consider a ban On Children under 12 heading The Ball , following a
Experts at the University of Glasgow found former professional players are three and a half times more likely to die of degenerative brain disease.
Scottish football's governing body will consider a range of options after discussions with medical experts.
A ban On Children heading The Ball has been in place in the US since 2014.
An insider said: "The new presidential team are determined to be proactive on such a serious issue affecting The National game.
"While the study says the findings can't automatically be applied to the grassroots game, they are absolutely clear that this should not mean doing nothing in the meantime but being proactive and open to Radical Steps if appropriate.
"This is not just about Young People heading The Ball in matches but Taking Steps to remove repetitive heading practice in training. "
A neurosurgeon said Jeff Astle died from a brain condition normally linked to boxers rather than Alzheimer's diseaseLast week Dr John MacLean, the Scottish FA's chief medical consultant, told Bbc Scotland he wanted to see
He said: "Through work with the Scottish FA and Uefa, what we have started to do is put together some sensible guidelines.
"Some Simple Things like limiting heading training for young players, perhaps to one session per week to allow The Brain to recover. "
Dr MacLean is part of the Uefa medical committee and has backed proposals for rugby-style temporary substitutions for concussion.
'Statement of intent'The Scottish FA insider said its presidential team would support his expert advice On Children heading balls.
"It's a clear statement of intent and whatever is considered The Most appropriate by the board and the medical team should have no obstacles to implementation," they said.
The Glasgow university study was launched after claims that former West Brom strike Jeff Astle died because of repeated head trauma.
It was commissioned by the Football Association and The Professional Footballers' Association after delays in initial research angered The Family of Mr Astle, who died in 2002.
His daughter, Dawn, said she was "staggered" by the findings.
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Source of news: bbc.com
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