James Atherton (footballer, born 1875)

James Atherton (1875–1923) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Preston North End.[1][2]

James Atherton
Personal information
Full name James Atherton[1]
Date of birth 1875[1]
Place of birth Adlington, England[1]
Date of death 1923 (aged 47–48)[1]
Position(s) Winger
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1894–1895 Pemberton Wanderers
1895–1896 Wigan Nondescripts
1896–1897 South Shore
1897–1899 Wigan County
1899–1900 Preston North End 13 (0)
1900–1903 Southport Central
1903–1904 Brynn Central
1904–1905 Ashton Recreational
Total 13 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d e James Atherton 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.