Jim Bonar
James Bonar, known as Jim Bonar, ( 1866 – unknown) was a Scottish footballer who played in The Football League for Accrington.[1][2]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | James Bonar | ||
| Date of birth | 1866 | ||
| Place of birth | Scotland | ||
| Playing position(s) | Forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1883–1888 | Thornliebank | ||
| 1888–1889 | Accrington | 17 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
Jim Bonar started his football career in Renfrewshire in 1883. He joined a club called Thornliebank who had reached the Scottish Cup final three years before.[3] Jim Bonar made his League and Accrington debut on 8 September 1888 at Anfield, the then home of Everton. Accrington lost the match 2–1. Jim Bonar appeared in 17 of the 22 matches played by Accrington in 1888-1889 season. As a forward he played in a forward line that scored three League goals or more on seven separate occasions.[4]
References
- Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. p. 30. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.
- "English National Football Archive". Retrieved 4 March 2018. (registration & fee required)
- "English National Football Archive". Retrieved 8 March 2018. (registration & fee required)
- "English National Football Archive". Retrieved 8 March 2018. (registration & fee required)
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