Kenny Banks

Who is Kenny Banks?

Kenneth "Kenny" Banks was an English footballer and coach. He played as a wing half.

Banks started his career at Southport, initially signing as an amateur before turning professional a couple of months later. After six years at the club, he returned to his hometown to play for Wigan Athletic. Between 1952 and 1959, he played 180 games and scored 21 goals for the club in the Lancashire Combination.

After the end of his playing career, Banks moved into coaching. He began coaching the reserves at Wigan Athletic, and was eventually appointed as first-team coach.