Patrick James Jones (7 September 1920 – December 1990) was a former

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who played as a full back.

Playing career

Jones began his career with Astor Institute in the Plymouth area but had to wait until 1947 to play for

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club

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due to the

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. He made his debut against

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in May 1947 and would go on to virtually monopolize the

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position for the following 10 years.Pat Jones
/ref> Described as consistent, reliable, and honest, Jones would go on to make 441 appearances for the Pilgrims in all competitions, scoring two goals. After a distinguished career with the club, he moved into non-league football with

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at the age of 37. During the Sixties he ran a fish and chip shop at Challaborough near Plymouth. Little else is known about him after his retirement.

Honours

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* Winner (1): 1951–52

References

External links

Greens on Screen

Argyle Review All England & Wales, Death Index, 1916-2007
{{DEFAULTSORT:Jones, Pat English footballers Men's association football central defenders Plymouth Argyle F.C. players Footballers from Plymouth, Devon 1920 births English Football League players 1990 deaths