John Peter Carroll (28 May 1924 – 17 October 2001) was an Irish footballer who played as a centre-forward for Limerick, West Ham United and Corby Town. Footballing career Carroll played for Limerick before signing for West Ham in 1948 along with his fellow countrymen, Danny McGowan and Fred Kearns. He made his debut against Sheffield Wednesday on 30 August 1948. Carroll played only five times in his West Ham career in all competitions without scoring. In 1949 he moved to Corby Town. Personal life and death Carroll was born in Limerick, Ireland on 28 May 1924. He died in Limerick on 17 October 2001, at the age of 77. References 1924 births 2001 deaths Republic of Ireland association footballers Association football forwards Limerick F.C. players West Ham United F.C. players Corby Town F.C. players English Football League players Sportspeople from Limerick (city) Association footballers from County Limerick