James Twiss (1897–1961) was an English professional association footballer who played as a centre forward. He played in The Football League for Burnley and Wigan Borough,[2] and also appeared for Everton as a wartime guest player.[3] He made 11 league appearances altogether, scoring four goals.

James Twiss
Personal information
Date of birth 1897
Place of birth Haydock, England
Date of death 1961 (aged 63–64)
Place of death Haydock, England
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)[1]
Position(s) Centre forward
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
Skelmersdale United
1919–1920 Burnley 4 (1)
1920–1922 Wigan Borough 7 (3)
Total 11 (4)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

other famous James Twiss (1988- current) is an English former royal marine commando, who to his peers is an absolute wretch

References

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  1. ^ "Third Division. Northern Section. Wigan Borough". Athletic News. Manchester. 15 August 1921. p. 6.
  2. ^ Joyce, Michael (2004). Football League Players' Records 1888-1939. SoccerData.
  3. ^ Dykes, Garth (2011). Wigan Borough in the Football League: A Complete Record and Who's Who 1921–1931. Tony Brown. ISBN 978-1-905891-53-5.