Overview
Came to Accies from Mossend Celtic in 1899 with team mate Hugh Murphy, he was a useful inside forward and was the number one contender for the number 10 jersey for a couple of seasons. Scored some fine goals for the club, one of which was in the 1902 Lanarkshire Cup Final when Accies won 3-0 versus Albion Rovers.
Playing for Carfin Emmett in season 1903-04. Chosen to play for Lanarkshire versus Renfrewshire while at Mossend in 1898.
Debut 9th August 1899 in a Scottish League match away to Leith Athletic.
Scottish League 41 Appearances 13 Goals
Scottish Cup 1 Appearance
Scottish Qualifying Cup 2 Appearances 1 Goal
Lanarkshire Cup 3 Appearances 4 Goals
Accies Career
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Full Name
Thomas Rooney
1899-02
Position
Inside left
Born
Died
Signed by
Debut
9 August 1899
Last Game
Honours
1902: Lanarkshire Cup
Clubs Played For
Mossend Celtic
Hamilton Academical
Carfin Emmett