Jim McAnearney facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | James McAnearney | ||
| Date of birth | 20 March 1935 | ||
| Place of birth | Dundee, Scotland | ||
| Date of death | 14 March 2017 (aged 81) | ||
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Inside forward | ||
| Youth career | |||
| St Stephen's | |||
| 1951–1954 | Sheffield Wednesday | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1954–1959 | Sheffield Wednesday | 38 | (10) |
| 1959–1963 | Plymouth Argyle | 135 | (34) |
| 1963–1966 | Watford | 86 | (19) |
| 1966–1968 | Bradford City | 45 | (5) |
| Total | 304 | (68) | |
| Managerial career | |||
| 1968 | Bradford City | ||
| 1968–1973 | Rotherham United | ||
| 1975 | Sheffield Wednesday (caretaker) | ||
| Frickley Athletic | |||
| 1981–1982 | Scarborough | ||
| Hallam | |||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
James "Jim" McAnearney (born March 20, 1935 – died March 14, 2017) was a Scottish football player and manager. He was known for his skills as an inside forward during his playing days. After retiring as a player, he went on to manage several football clubs.
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Jim McAnearney's Football Journey
Jim McAnearney started his football career in Scotland. He was born in Dundee and showed talent for the sport from a young age. He played for a youth team called St Stephen's before joining a professional club.
Youth Career and Early Days
From 1951 to 1954, Jim was part of the youth team at Sheffield Wednesday. This was a big step for him, as Sheffield Wednesday is a well-known club in England. His time there helped him develop his skills before he became a senior player.
Playing for Professional Clubs
Jim McAnearney played for four main professional clubs during his career. He was known for his ability to score goals and create chances for his teammates.
Sheffield Wednesday (1954–1959)
Jim began his senior career at Sheffield Wednesday. He played 38 games for the club and scored 10 goals. This was an important start to his professional journey.
Plymouth Argyle (1959–1963)
After leaving Sheffield Wednesday, Jim moved to Plymouth Argyle. This was where he played the most games in his career. He appeared in 135 matches and scored 34 goals, showing his strong attacking skills.
Watford and Bradford City
From 1963 to 1966, Jim played for Watford. He continued to be a key player, featuring in 86 games and scoring 19 goals. His last playing club was Bradford City, where he played 45 games and scored 5 goals between 1966 and 1968. In total, Jim played 304 professional games and scored 68 goals.
Becoming a Football Manager
After his playing career, Jim McAnearney decided to become a football manager. He took charge of several teams, guiding them from the sidelines.
Managing Different Teams
Jim's first management role was briefly at Bradford City in 1968, where he worked alongside Tom Hallett. He then managed Rotherham United from 1968 to 1973. Later, he managed non-league clubs like Frickley Athletic, Scarborough (from 1981 to 1982), and Hallam.
Coaching and Caretaker Roles
Besides managing, Jim also worked as a coach. He coached at Sheffield Wednesday, where he also stepped in as a caretaker manager in 1975. He also coached at Leeds United. These roles allowed him to share his experience with new generations of players.
Life After Football
In his later years, Jim McAnearney started a new career outside of football. He established and ran his own business, which focused on tools and engineering.
His Legacy
Jim McAnearney passed away on March 14, 2017, at the age of 81. He is remembered as a dedicated football player and manager who contributed a lot to the sport in Scotland and England.
