John Bourke (footballer)

John Bourke (born 31 December 1953) is a Scottish former footballer who played as a striker for a number of Scottish clubs, including Dumbarton (twice), Dundee United and Kilmarnock (twice). Bourke made more than 400 league appearances during his playing career.

John Bourke
Personal information
Date of birth (1953-12-31) 31 December 1953
Place of birth Glasgow, Scotland
Position(s) Striker
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1973–1978 Dumbarton[1] 111 (52)
1977–1978 Dundee United 26 (5)
1978–1982 Kilmarnock 140 (42)
1982–1987 Dumbarton 106 (26)
1986–1987 Brechin City 28 (7)
1987–1988 Kilmarnock 11 (2)
Total 422 (134)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only

After his football career, Bourke became a secondary school teacher, teaching physical education.[2]

References

  1. McAllister, Jim (2002). The Sons of the Rock - The Official History of Dumbarton Football Club. Dumbarton: J&J Robertson Printers.
  2. https://www.killiefc.com/en/john-bourke_49818/
  • John Bourke at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Database


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