If we include anyone James bolam who lived near one of my relatives in Springwell, Rowan Atkinson Co durham then (though you would nor believe that !) the great Alan price, Flora robson, Nigel clough, Stan laurel's sister in Roker. Sorry I spoilt your post mind.
Quite a few from the last Title winning side, Raich Carter and Bobby Gurney. Jimmy Davison who like Carter was born in Noble Street. And for those who can't forget THAT PLAYOFF there were two lads from the same school, but not at the same time. One scored a Hat-Trick And a penalty, the other didn't!!!--- Clive Mendonka and Micky Gray. Alan Brown's Team in the late 50's early 60's was packed with local kids. Alan O'Neil (Hope) Brian Usher Jonny Goodchild John Godbold Clive Bircham, (does Hetton count?) Another who didn't play for us was Nigel Clough. Colin Nelson (East Boldon?) Colin Suggett (Washinton) Ernie Taylor