About Kenny Banks
Lived 1923 – 1994 (aged 70). Kenny Banks was a British association football player.
Kenneth Banks (19 October 1923 – 9 August 1994) was an English footballer and coach. He played as a wing half for Southport and Wigan Athletic.
Career Banks started his career at Southport, initially signing as an amateur before turning professional a couple of months later. After six years at the club, he returned to his hometown to play for Wigan Athletic. Between 1952 and 1959, he played 180 games and scored 21 goals for the club in the Lancashire Combination.
After the end of his playing career, Banks moved into coaching. He began coaching the reserves at Wigan Athletic, and was eventually appointed as first-team coach. He retired from coaching in 1986.
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Who was Kenny Banks?
English footballer (1923-1994)
When was Kenny Banks born?
Kenny Banks was born on 19 October 1923 in Wigan.
When did Kenny Banks die?
Kenny Banks died on 9 August 1994 in Abergele, Conwy.
What was Kenny Banks's occupation?
Kenny Banks was an association football player.
What nationality was Kenny Banks?
Kenny Banks was British.
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