The 1901 census revealed that Cecil Christmas was a boarder at Banister Court school - just a stone's throw from the newly-built Dell - where he gained a reputation as a good all round sportsman. He first joined Southampton on Hampshire League forms during the 1908-09 season but, succumbing to competing for business claims, he quit football in 1910. Being aware of Cecil’s pace and dribbling sk...
Browse through the profiles of every Saints player to have played competitive football from 1887, right up to the present day. Well over 1000 profiles (and growing) including full stats, photos and relevant press cuttings. This is THE place to explore the lives of the men who wore the red and white shirts …..even if it was only the once.
In short the ultimate historical archive for Saints fans who want to delve deeper into the careers and fate of those who represented the club they are so proud to support.
Please note – this is a “live” website inasmuch I add to it every day, so its always worth checking back onto a profile to see if any new facts or images have come to light.