Everyone at the club was saddened to hear of the passing of another of our former players. Silky midfield general Jimmy Nicholson has sadly passed away at the age of 82.
Jimmy was one of rookie manager Bobby Smith’s first signings in December 1973 and he knew that he could trust him, having been a team-mate at Manchester United. Jimmy played 25 games as Smith guided the Shakers to promotion in 1973/1974 season and was also a creative mainstay in midfield at Gigg Lane for the following two seasons. In all, Jimmy played 95 league and cup games for the Shakers before moving on to Mossley, and later, Stalybridge Celtic.
Jimmy’s glittering career began with 58 games at Manchester United before moving on to Huddersfield Town in December 1964, where he spent ten successful seasons, winning promotion to the top flight in 1969/70. He also amassed 41 Northern Ireland caps.
Our thoughts are with Jimmy’s family and friends at this sad time.