Ernest Jackson (footballer)
Ernest Jackson (11 June 1914 – 1996) was an English footballer. He played as a right half.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 11 June 1914 | ||
| Place of birth | Sheffield, England | ||
| Date of death | 1996 (aged 81–82) | ||
| Playing position(s) | Right half | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Atlas & Norfolk Works | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1930 | Sheffield Wednesday | 0 | (0) |
| 1930 | Grimsby Town (trial) | 0 | (0) |
| 1932–1948 | Sheffield United | 229 | (8) |
| Total | 229 | (8) | |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Jackson joined Sheffield United from local amateur side Atlas & Norfolk Works in 1932. He started in the third team, but within two years, he made his debut in a First Division match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Bramall Lane on 11 February 1933.
He did not win a regular place in the side until 1936, and, but for World War II, would have enjoyed twelve full season for the side. He resumed his playing career with Sheffield United after the war in 1946, and retired a few years later. In total he made 229 appearances for Sheffield United with 8 goals.
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