John Delamere (footballer)
John Delamere is an Irish former professional footballer who played as a striker.Delamere played in Ireland with Shelbourne, Limerick and Sligo Rovers. At Shelbourne he was their topscorer for a few seasons. He signed for Sligo Rovers in January 1978 to replace Mick Leonard.
He spent the 1981–82 season with Dutch club PEC Zwolle. Author Gerjos Weelink described Delamere as a "purebred cult figure".Later life
As of September 2009 he was the President of amateur club Galty Celtic, and also sponsored the club's kits.Delamere's step-brother Paddy Turner was also a footballer.
