Thomas Coyle (born 9 January 1959) is a Scottish former professional football midfielder. His brothers Joe and Owen also played professionally.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 9 January 1959 | ||
| Place of birth | Glasgow, Scotland | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 19??–1978 | Shettleston | ? | (?) |
| 1978–1987 | Dumbarton[1] | 287 | (23) |
| 1987–1989 | St Johnstone | 68 | (15) |
| 1989–1991 | Clydebank[2] | 42 | (11) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Coyle began his career with non-league Shettleston before signing for Dumbarton in 1978. He established himself in the first team at Boghead Park and, along with Albert Craig, scored in a 2–2 draw with Clyde that ensured Dumbarton promotion to the Scottish Premier Division for the first time.[3]
Aside from playing in the club's only season in the revamped top division Coyle appeared in the first team alongside both of his brothers.[4] He left Dumbarton in 1987 and went on to play for St Johnstone and Clydebank.
References
edit- ^ McAllister, Jim (2002). The Sons of the Rock - The Official History of Dumbarton Football Club. Dumbarton: J&J Robertson Printers.
- ^ Tommy Coyle at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database
- ^ NOW YOU KNOW: Shuggie was not at the races on Oaks glory day, eveningtimes.co.uk; retrieved 12 May 2015.
- ^ Coyle ready for his big adventure, herald.ie; retrieved 12 May 2015.
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