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James Wallbanks (12 September 1909 – 28 October 1979) was an English professional footballer who played as a half back and right back in the Football League for Millwall, Reading, Barnsley, Norwich City and Northampton Town.[3][4] After retiring as a player, he served Reading as trainer and physiotherapist for 22 years and took caretaker charge of the club in 1971.[5]

Personal life

Wallbanks' brothers Fred, John, Horace and Harry also became footballers.[6]

Honours

References

  1. ^ a b "Jimmy Wallbanks". Barry Hugman's Footballers. Retrieved 10 November 2020.
  2. ^ "Millwall. At the Den. New manager, team and colours". Sunday Dispatch Football Guide. London. 23 August 1936. p. xii – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ Joyce, Michael (2012). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. Nottingham: Tony Brown. p. 299. ISBN 978-1905891610.
  4. ^ Jimmy Wallbanks at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database
  5. ^ a b "Hall of Fame". Star. Retrieved 9 November 2020.
  6. ^ Matthews, Tony (2005). Football Oddities. Stroud: The History Press. p. 55. ISBN 978-0-7524-9376-3.
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