Alexander Wood 1907 – 1987

Biography

Alexander Wood was born on June 12, 1907, in Lochgelly, Scotland, during an era when soccer was beginning to shape the sporting landscape of his homeland. He would go on to build a life in America, eventually settling in Gary, where he spent his later years. His journey from Scotland to the United States reflected the experiences of many immigrants seeking new opportunities in the early twentieth century.

Throughout his life, Wood devoted himself to soccer, the sport that defined much of his identity and passion. As an American soccer player, he contributed to the growing presence of the game in the United States during a time when it was still finding its footing in a nation more familiar with baseball and football. His dedication to the sport and his participation in its development during this formative period left a mark on those who knew him.

Alexander Wood passed away on July 20, 1987, in Gary, at the age of eighty, leaving behind a legacy rooted in his love for soccer and his immigrant spirit. His life spanned much of the twentieth century, witnessing tremendous changes in both sports and American society. He is remembered as someone who embraced his adopted country while maintaining his connection to the game he loved.