Jack Collins (1930s footballer)

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Jack Collins
Personal information
Full name James Collins [1]
Place of birth London, England
Position(s) winger
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
1931–1932 Liverpool 0 (0)
1932–1933 Cardiff City 6 (0)
1933–1934 Millwall 0 (0)
1934–? Bangor
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

James Collins was an English professional footballer who played as a winger. He played in the Football League for Cardiff City. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 Hayes, Dean (2006). The Who's Who of Cardiff City. Derby: Breedon Books. p. 40. ISBN   1-85983-462-0.