Jimmy Cowen
English footballer (1902-1950)
James Ernest Cowen (22 January 1902 – 5 July 1950) was an English professional footballer who played as a centre forward. He played over 100 matches in the Football League for Southport.
Early life and career at Whitehaven
Jimmy Cowen was born in Distington, near Cumbria. He was in the Workington Under-18s and attracted Whitehaven Athletic, who eventually brought him to the club where he trained for 2 years before leaving. Not much is known about his Whitehaven career. He left to join Nelson.
Career in East Lancashire
Cowen made his debut in the 4–1 loss to Plymouth, scoring a consolation goal for Nelson. He scored a brace in the 2–1 win against Northampton Town but fractured his ankle. He couldn't help Nelson escape the drop. After his ankle was fully healed, he started the game against Aldershot and scored in the 2–2 draw.
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