About Frank Bokas
Lived 1914 – 1996 (aged 81–82). Frank Bokas was a British association football player.
Frank Bokas (13 May 1914 – November 1996) was a Scottish footballer. He played for Blackpool and Barnsley, spending the majority of his career with the latter.
Career Bellshill-born Bokas began his career with local non-league club Kirkintilloch Rob Roy. In 1935, he moved south of the border to join English club Blackpool. He made six Football League appearances for the Tangerines before joining Barnsley in 1936. He spent three years with the Tykes, making 89 League appearances and scoring four goals. At the end of World War II, he joined Carlisle United, but did not make any appearances for the club. He finished his career with Gainsborough Trinity and Grantham.
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Who was Frank Bokas?
Scottish footballer (1914-1996)
When was Frank Bokas born?
Frank Bokas was born on 13 May 1914 in Bellshill.
When did Frank Bokas die?
Frank Bokas died in 1996 in Barnsley.
What was Frank Bokas's occupation?
Frank Bokas was an association football player.
What nationality was Frank Bokas?
Frank Bokas was British.
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