13 Facts About Berry Nieuwenhuys

Berry Nieuwenhuys, was a South African footballer who played predominantly for Liverpool, which he was contracted to from 1933 to 1947.

Berry Nieuwenhuys retired in 1947, returning to South Africa to be employed at the Transvaal Country Club.

Berry Nieuwenhuys occupied the position of outside right, akin to an advanced winger, but could play on the opposite flank.

Berry Nieuwenhuys made 260 appearances, scoring 79 goals - 74 of which had been amassed in the league.

Berry Nieuwenhuys attained double figures in goals scored in six consecutive seasons in the 1930s.

Berry Nieuwenhuys became one of nine players from Boksburg to participate in the English and Scottish leagues during the 1930s.

Berry Nieuwenhuys contributed to two of the goals, through his accurate crosses to Alf Hanson and Sam English.

In 1939, in recognition of Berry Nieuwenhuys reaching five years at the club, Liverpool rewarded their midfielder with a benefit match against city rivals Everton.

Berry Nieuwenhuys guested for both Arsenal and West Ham United as well as Lovell's Athletic, the works team for Lovell's sweet factory in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales.

Berry Nieuwenhuys retired in 1947, having briefly been installed as assistant professional at West Derby Golf Club.

Berry Nieuwenhuys returned to South Africa, assuming a similar responsibility at the Transvaal Country Club for World Golf Hall of Famer Bobby Locke.

Berry Nieuwenhuys continued his association with football through coaching, specifically for Southern Suburbs under manager Bernie Gibson, and the Callies.

Berry Nieuwenhuys supplemented his professional career by featuring for the baseball team Hurst Hawks, which included Liverpool colleagues Lance Carr and Ted Savage.