Jimmy Shankly
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James Blyth Shankly (19 June 1901 – 1972) was a Scottish professional footballer who is best remembered for his prolific goalscoring as a centre forward in the Football League for Southend United and Barrow. He also played English league football for Coventry City, Halifax Town, Sheffield United and Carlisle United.
Personal life
Shankly's brothers Alec, Bill, John and Bob all became footballers. After retiring from football, he went into business as a coal merchant.
Career statistics
| Club | Season | League | National Cup | Other | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Nuneaton Town | 1925–26 | Southern League Eastern Division | 19 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 23 | 30 |
| Coventry City | 1925–26 | Third Division North | 9 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | 10 | 3 | |
| Career total | 28 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 3 |