Notable Players
- Otto Rehhagel began his career with TuS Helene in 1948 before joining Rot-Weiß Essen in 1960 and then, in 1963, Hertha Berlin. He has since become one of Germany's most successful coaches, guiding Greece to the Euro 2004 title.
- Franz "Penny" Islacker also played with TuS Helene before going to "big brother" Rot-Weiß Essen. In 1954, he scored three goals for RWE in their 4–3 victory in the national final against 1. FC Kaiserslautern.
- Rolf Lawrenz, who after a prolific goal scoring season in 1953–54, broke his leg and was forced to retire. He worked as a plasterer and was one of the first victims of asbestos poisoning, dying from its effects at age 51.
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