Jim Doherty (footballer)

Jim Doherty (13 September 1958 – 4 August 2024) was a Scottish footballer who played as a midfielder.

Jim Doherty
Personal information
Date of birth (1958-09-13)13 September 1958
Place of birth Kilmarnock, Scotland
Date of death 4 August 2024(2024-08-04) (aged 65)
Position(s) Midfielder
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1976–1981 Kilmarnock 59 (9)
1981–1987 Clyde 177 (19)
1987–1989 Queen of the South 52 (12)
1989–1990 Stranraer 8 (2)
Total 296 (42)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Doherty began his career with hometown team Kilmarnock, before moving to Clyde in 1981. He enjoyed the best spell of his career at Shawfield, making over 200 appearances in all competitions for the club. He had spells with Queen of the South and Stranraer, before injury forced him to retire in 1990.

Doherty died on 4 August 2024, at the age of 65.[1][2]

References

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  1. ^ "Jim Doherty". Clyde FC. 5 August 2024.
  2. ^ Jim Doherty - A Tribute
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  • Jim Doherty at Post War English & Scottish Football League A–Z Player's Transfer Database