Fletcher, James

Birthplace

Bury

Occupation

Goalkeeper

Biographical Text

James Fletcher, born in Bury and signed from Carlisle United, played in goal in Exeter City’s first professional game against Millwall in the Southern League in 1908. He gave way after ten games to former England ‘keeper Jack Robinson.  

Originally a junior with Preston North End, James signed professional forms for Oldham Athletic before moving on to  Bury the following season. Signing for Carlisle United in the summer of 1907, he was a member of their Lancashire Combination side which finished as runners-up to Everton and reached the second round proper of the FA Cup against Brentford.

James joined  Exeter City in 1908 in what was the club’s first season as a professional outfit. He played in the very first game, a 2-2 draw at Millwall, and retained his place in the side until England international Jack Robinson took over.

Appearances

11

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