Wilfred James Yates (5 November 1897–1981) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Crewe Alexandra, Preston North End and Tranmere Rovers.[1][2]

Wilf Yates
Personal information
Full name Wilfred James Yates[1]
Date of birth 5 November 1897[1]
Place of birth Southport, England[1]
Date of death 1981 (aged 83–84)[1]
Position(s) Full-back
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1920–1921 Southport
1921–1925 Preston North End 63 (0)
1925–1926 Crewe Alexandra 36 (0)
1926–1929 Tranmere Rovers 92 (0)
1929–1930 Mansfield Town
1930–1931 Preston North End 0 (0)
Total 191 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d e Wilf Yates at the English National Football Archive (subscription required)
  2. ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.