Dr Gary James
@garyjames.bsky.social
Historian of sport, focusing on Manchester.
Visiting Research Professor at NYU; Honorary Research Fellow at DMU. www.GJFootballArchive.com
Visiting Research Professor at NYU; Honorary Research Fellow at DMU. www.GJFootballArchive.com
Enjoyable night (other than the result of course) at the Etihad for the England game. H & I were guests of the FA, so thanks to the person who made this happen. Much appreciated.
October 25, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Enjoyable night (other than the result of course) at the Etihad for the England game. H & I were guests of the FA, so thanks to the person who made this happen. Much appreciated.
Thanks for the birthday messages yesterday. I spent the day in my favourite city. Not a bad view for those studying at the library. I couldn’t help but get some research in.
October 9, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Thanks for the birthday messages yesterday. I spent the day in my favourite city. Not a bad view for those studying at the library. I couldn’t help but get some research in.
Delighted to see two books I’ve contributed to launched this month. Enjoyed working with all involved.
September 30, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Delighted to see two books I’ve contributed to launched this month. Enjoyed working with all involved.
A memorable day at Ricky’s gym…. gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/29/r...
September 30, 2025 at 7:17 AM
A memorable day at Ricky’s gym…. gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/29/r...
The recent tributes to Ricky Hatton prompted me to dig out this image from October in 2011 when I went with City Academy players & staff, Patrick Viera and Brian Marwood to Ricky's gym in Hyde.... gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/29/r...
September 29, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The recent tributes to Ricky Hatton prompted me to dig out this image from October in 2011 when I went with City Academy players & staff, Patrick Viera and Brian Marwood to Ricky's gym in Hyde.... gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/29/r...
We’ll be at Craven Cottage June 11-13
September 28, 2025 at 7:45 AM
We’ll be at Craven Cottage June 11-13
Tributes to Ricky at today’s game
September 27, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Tributes to Ricky at today’s game
Looking forward to tonight. I’ll be at the launch of another book I’ve contributed to. This is a Nat Football Museum book telling the history of the game via 100 objects. I’ve written about some of the objects and am looking forward to seeing it in print tonight. It’s being launched at the museum.
September 25, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Looking forward to tonight. I’ll be at the launch of another book I’ve contributed to. This is a Nat Football Museum book telling the history of the game via 100 objects. I’ve written about some of the objects and am looking forward to seeing it in print tonight. It’s being launched at the museum.
Went to Fulham FC today… Everyone made me welcome and some great facilities too. Always great to see a historic venue retain its identity while developing for modern day football needs.
September 16, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Went to Fulham FC today… Everyone made me welcome and some great facilities too. Always great to see a historic venue retain its identity while developing for modern day football needs.
Great night yesterday when we launched the new book Histories of Women’s Football in Britain and Ireland which I’ve co-edited with Fiona Skillen and Helena Byrne at the IrishEmbassy in London. Thanks to everyone at the Embassy of Ireland
September 16, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Great night yesterday when we launched the new book Histories of Women’s Football in Britain and Ireland which I’ve co-edited with Fiona Skillen and Helena Byrne at the IrishEmbassy in London. Thanks to everyone at the Embassy of Ireland
Even though MCFC beat Utd 3-0 today it’s been an extremely sad day. RIP Ricky Hatton: gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/14/r...
September 14, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Even though MCFC beat Utd 3-0 today it’s been an extremely sad day. RIP Ricky Hatton: gjfootballarchive.com/2025/09/14/r...
It’s Derby Day! #ManchesterDerby Worth remembering these words (published in my Manchester A Football History book).
September 14, 2025 at 7:30 AM
It’s Derby Day! #ManchesterDerby Worth remembering these words (published in my Manchester A Football History book).
I assume it’s referring back to the 31 March 57 meeting (&looking forward to FAC final) when Brum played 5 reserves but were extremely physical in their play.
August 19, 2025 at 6:16 PM
I assume it’s referring back to the 31 March 57 meeting (&looking forward to FAC final) when Brum played 5 reserves but were extremely physical in their play.
Spent a few days in Verona seeing the sights such as the local sportswear shop. Nice blue kit! Last time I was here in 2019 they had a @ManCity kit in the window too. Must be popular!
August 16, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Spent a few days in Verona seeing the sights such as the local sportswear shop. Nice blue kit! Last time I was here in 2019 they had a @ManCity kit in the window too. Must be popular!
Enjoyable day today talking about the Corinthians at Preston NE. Good reactions from those in the audience to the stories.
August 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Enjoyable day today talking about the Corinthians at Preston NE. Good reactions from those in the audience to the stories.
A great day today at Hebden Bridge telling tge stories of the Manchester Corinthians. You can still order the book here: gjfootballarchive.com/order-manche... Thanks.
August 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM
A great day today at Hebden Bridge telling tge stories of the Manchester Corinthians. You can still order the book here: gjfootballarchive.com/order-manche... Thanks.
Great to see the poster for our free event on women’s football up at Hebden Bridge cinema (Below Jaws 50). It’s on 2 August and details here: hebdenbridgepicturehouse.co.uk/movies/free-... Come and join us for what promises to be a wonderful event.
July 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Great to see the poster for our free event on women’s football up at Hebden Bridge cinema (Below Jaws 50). It’s on 2 August and details here: hebdenbridgepicturehouse.co.uk/movies/free-... Come and join us for what promises to be a wonderful event.
I’ve got a free event on the Manchester Corinthians coming soon. This one will be in Hebden Bridge and will raise funds for a local women’s football team too. Watch this space!
July 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
I’ve got a free event on the Manchester Corinthians coming soon. This one will be in Hebden Bridge and will raise funds for a local women’s football team too. Watch this space!
Always nice seeing a stadium from the air. Welcome to Belfast and #footycon25
June 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Always nice seeing a stadium from the air. Welcome to Belfast and #footycon25
Flight delayed so time to go through my presentation again
June 12, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Flight delayed so time to go through my presentation again
At Manchester Airport and already spotted a few #footycon25 delegates on their way to Belfast. Maybe we should have chartered our own plane?
June 12, 2025 at 11:58 AM
At Manchester Airport and already spotted a few #footycon25 delegates on their way to Belfast. Maybe we should have chartered our own plane?