About Jim Holmes
Born 1955. Jim Holmes is a British association football player.
James Black Holmes (born 8 December 1954) is a Scottish former footballer.
Career Holmes began his career at junior club Muirkirk, before moving into the senior game with Partick Thistle before becoming a legend at Greenock Morton. He won three Scottish First Division winners medals: 1977–78, 1983–84 and 1986–87. In May 1987, after being voted the SPFA First Division Footballer of the Year, he captained the Scottish semi-professionals in an end of season tournament against Holland, England & Italy.
He finished off his career with spells at Falkirk, Alloa Athletic and Arbroath, where he was player/coach for a season before retiring in 1991.
Personal life His son Graeme Holmes is also a footballer who played for several clubs, including Morton.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Jim Holmes?
Scottish footballer (born 1955)
When was Jim Holmes born?
Jim Holmes was born on 8 December 1955 in Hamilton.
What is Jim Holmes's occupation?
Jim Holmes is an association football player.
What nationality is Jim Holmes?
Jim Holmes is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Holmes (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Holmes. https://biography.guide/jim-holmes/
MLA: "Jim Holmes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-holmes/.
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