James Smith (footballer, born 1873)
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | c. 1876[1] | ||
| Position(s) | Left-winger | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Kilmarnock | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1894–1895 | Burslem Port Vale | 20 | (5) |
| Total | 20 | (5) | |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
James Smith (born c.1876; date of death unknown) was a footballer who played for Kilmarnock and Burslem Port Vale in the 1890s.
Playing career
Smith played for Kilmarnock, before joining English club Burslem Port Vale in September 1894.[1] He bagged a goal on his debut – a 4–4 draw with Newcastle United at the Athletic Ground on 6 October.[1] He was a regular for the 1894–95 season, claiming five goals in 20 Second Division games, but was released in March 1895.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d Kent, Jeff (1996). Port Vale Personalities. Witan Books. p. 271. ISBN 0-9529152-0-0.