Jack de Gier
Dutch Footballer and Coach
Born
August 6th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Played as a midfielder in professional football, starting his career at Fortuna Sittard. Transferred to Vitesse Arnhem, where significant contributions were made from 1987 to 1993. Later joined FC Groningen and played until 1997 before transitioning to coaching roles. Managed several clubs including FC Zwolle and SC Cambuur.
Played for Vitesse Arnhem in the Eredivisie
Managed teams in Dutch lower divisions
Coached FC Zwolle to promotion
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