Joe_Howell_(footballer)

Joe Howell (footballer)

Joe Howell (footballer)

English footballer

Joe Howell (born 6 November 1996) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder. He was released by League One side Crewe Alexandra in July 2016 and is currently a free agent.

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Retirement and post-football career

Through boredom, Howell decided to retire from football in 2018. He since taken up the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Within a year, he won a gold medal in a local competition. Shortly after, he achieved his blue belt.

Personal life

Since retiring from football, Howell has never been happier. He is a simple man, who enjoys the small things in life.

Playing career

Howell graduated through the Academy at Crewe Alexandra and recovered from a broken foot in December 2014 to sign a two-year professional contract in May 2015.[1][2] He joined Northern Premier League Premier Division side Rushall Olympic on loan in November 2015.[3] He made his debut for Crewe in the Football League on 26 January 2016, coming on for Brad Inman 80 minutes into a 0–0 draw with Bury at Gigg Lane.[4]

Style of play

Howell can play across the midfield or as a winger.[5]

Statistics

As of 7 February 2016
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References

  1. [1]
    Sharpe, Rich (22 June 2015). "Joe Howell keen to put injury 'nightmare' behind him". The Sentinel. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
  2. [2]
    Sharpe, Rich (8 May 2015). "Joe Howell signs professional terms with the club". The Sentinel. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
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    Sharpe, Rich (13 November 2015). "Joe Howell joins Evo-Stik Northern Premier side Rushall Olympic on loan". The Sentinel. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
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    "Crewe Alexandra remain deep in League One relegation trouble despite a spirited goalless draw at Bury". BBC Sport. 26 January 2016. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
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    Sharpe, Rich (15 January 2016). "Crewe Alexandra: Steve Davis says midfielder Joe Howell deserving of squad number". The Sentinel. Retrieved 27 February 2016.
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    Includes other competitive competitions, including the Football League Trophy.
  7. [7]
    "Games played by Joe Howell in 2015/2016". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 1 January 2015.
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