Derrick Sullivan 1930 – 1983

Biography

Derrick Sullivan was born on August 10, 1930, in Newport, Wales, during a time when football was becoming increasingly central to Welsh culture and community life. From his earliest years in this vibrant industrial town, Sullivan would go on to pursue a career in the sport that defined so much of his era. His life spanned a significant period in Welsh football history, one marked by passionate supporters and dedicated players who helped shape the game across the nation.

As a Welsh footballer, Sullivan contributed to the rich sporting heritage of Wales during the mid-twentieth century. Though detailed records of his playing career and specific achievements have become difficult to trace over the decades, his participation in the sport reflects the commitment of athletes from this generation who played for the love of the game and their communities.

Derrick Sullivan passed away on August 31, 1983, at the age of fifty-three. While specific details of his later life remain limited, his memory endures as part of Welsh football’s broader history. He is remembered as one of many talented players who represented the passion and dedication characteristic of Welsh sport during his lifetime.