James Tattersall

James Tattersall was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Accrington.[1]

For the British political activist, see James Tattersall (politician).

James Tattersall
Personal information
Full name James Tattersall
Date of birth 1867
Place of birth Accrington
Position(s) Defender
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1888–1893 Accrington 100 (2)
Southport Central
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

James Tattersall was born in 1867 in Accrington.

James Tattersall signed for Accrington, probably in 1888. (There is no record of the exact date) James Tattersall, playing at wing—half, made his League and (possibly Club) debut on 22 September 1888 at the County Ground, the then home of Derby County. The match ended as a 1–1 draw. James Tattersall appeared in 17 of the 22 League matches played by Accrington in season 1888–89. James Tattersall, playing at centre—half (14 appearances), played in a defence that achieved one clean—sheet and restricted the opposition to one—League—goal—in—a—match on four separate occasions.[2]

James Tattersall remained a key figure in the Accrington set—up until the club' demise in 1893. He made another 83 League appearances from 1889–93 scoring two League goals. He also played nine FA Cup ties from 1889–93. When he left Accrington to join Southport Central Tattersall had played 100 League matches, scoring two and 11 FA Cup ties.[3]

References
  1. Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888 to 1939. SoccerData. p. 254. ISBN 1-899468-67-6.
  2. "English National Football Archive". Retrieved 22 January 2018. (registration & fee required)
  3. "English National Football Archive". Retrieved 22 January 2018. (registration & fee required)


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