Jackie McInally


Jackie McInally was a Scottish professional footballer who played as an inside forward.

Early life

McInally was born in Ayr. Prior to his football career he undertook a plumbing apprenticeship, and he spent two years in the Royal Scots Greys as part of his National Service.

Career

McInally spent his early career in amateur football with Kello Rovers, Minishant Amateurs, and Crosshill Thistle. He then played in the Scottish Football League with Kilmarnock, Motherwell and Hamilton Academical, making over 400 appearances.
He won the Scottish Amateur Cup with Crosshill Thistle in 1959, First Division with Kilmarnock in 1965, and the Second Division with Motherwell in 1969.
He also made one appearance for a Scottish League XI, in an exhibition match against a 'Scotland XI' in January 1961.

Later and personal life

After retiring as a footballer McInally ran a number of shops, worked in a fork lift factory, and managed a paint wholesaler. His son Alan was also a professional footballer.