James Twiss (1897–1961) was an English professional association footballer who played as a centre forward. He played in The Football League for Burnley and Wigan Borough,[2] and also appeared for Everton as a wartime guest player.[3] He made 11 league appearances altogether, scoring four goals.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 1897 | ||
| Place of birth | Haydock, England | ||
| Date of death | 1961 (aged 63–64) | ||
| Place of death | Haydock, England | ||
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)[1] | ||
| Position(s) | Centre forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| Skelmersdale United | |||
| 1919–1920 | Burnley | 4 | (1) |
| 1920–1922 | Wigan Borough | 7 | (3) |
| Total | 11 | (4) | |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
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References
edit- ^ "Third Division. Northern Section. Wigan Borough". Athletic News. Manchester. 15 August 1921. p. 6.
- ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888-1939. SoccerData.
- ^ Dykes, Garth (2011). Wigan Borough in the Football League: A Complete Record and Who's Who 1921–1931. Tony Brown. ISBN 978-1-905891-53-5.
