About James Leslie
Lived 1908 – 1980 (aged 71). James Leslie was a British association football player.
James Walker Leslie (12 July 1908 – 15 June 1980) was a Scottish footballer who played as a right back. His only club at senior level was Kilmarnock where he spent 12 years, though he played in only 10 matches in his first four years at Rugby Park and was not involved in the run when they won the Scottish Cup in 1929; however he was a regular by the time they reached its final again in 1932, this time losing out to Rangers after a replay. He missed almost the entire 1933–34 season due to injury,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Leslie?
Scottish footballer who played as a right back (1908-1980)
When was James Leslie born?
James Leslie was born on 12 July 1908 in Galston.
When did James Leslie die?
James Leslie died on 15 June 1980 in Galston, East Ayrshire.
What was James Leslie's occupation?
James Leslie was an association football player.
What nationality was James Leslie?
James Leslie was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Leslie (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Leslie. https://biography.guide/james-leslie/
MLA: "James Leslie." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-leslie/.
Chicago: "James Leslie." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-leslie/.
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