James Matthews (footballer)
James George Facey Matthews (27 September 1876 – 8 October 1963) was an Australian sportsman who played Australian rules football for North Adelaide in the South Australian Football Association (SAFA) and, as a cricketer, played seven Sheffield Shield matches for South Australia.
| James Matthews | |||
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| Personal information | |||
| Full name | James George Facey Matthews | ||
| Nickname(s) | Jimmy | ||
| Date of birth | 27 September 1876 | ||
| Place of birth | Lyndoch, South Australia | ||
| Date of death | 8 October 1963 (aged 87) | ||
| Place of death | Prospect, South Australia | ||
| Playing career | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1896–1909 | North Adelaide | ||
| Career highlights | |||
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| Source: AustralianFootball.com | |||
Matthews was a member of North Adelaide's first three premiership sides, in 1900, 1902 and 1905. He started his career as a forward and topped the club's goalkicking in his debut season before moving into the centre later in his career. Matthews finished his career as a fullback and twice represented South Australia at interstate football. In 1906 he captained North Adelaide, who finished second.
External links
- James Matthews at AustralianFootball.com
- Cricinfo profile
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