Background
He was born in Mossley, Lancashire.
He was born in Mossley, Lancashire.
His regular position was at full back. He played for Ashton PSA and Denton before joining the army during World War I during which time he also featured for Birkenhead Comets, Linfield and Tranmere Rovers. Post-war he joined Stalybridge Celtic then was signed by First Division Blackburn Rovers.
After a short spell at Ewood Park he re-joined Stalybridge in time to play in the Football League for them.
He moved back to the First Division with Manchester United for a short lived spell prior to joining the club with whom he was to have his longest association Chesterfield. Aged 37 he joined Mossley as trainer, also making one appearance for his home town club