James Tattersall appeared in 17 of the 22 League matches played by Accrington in season 1888–89.
[2] James Tattersall second season was the most successful as Accrington finished sixth[3] in the Football League.
[7] James Tattersall remained a key figure in the Accrington set—up until the club' demise in 1893.
When he left Accrington to join Southport Central Tattersall had played 100 League matches, scoring two and 11 FA Cup ties.
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