John "Jackie" Chew (1920 – 2002) was a footballer who played for Burnley, Bradford City and Darwen. He made more than 200 league appearances for Burnley side, scoring more than 40 goals. He played just one season with Bradford City, scoring four goals from 36 games. Chew was dubbed to have the hardest shot in league football and had one of the most feared left foots ever. He was born in Blackburn.
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