Jimmy Banks
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For the English footballer see Jimmy Banks (English footballer)
James "Jimmy" Banks (born September 2, 1964 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
) is a retired U.S.
soccer defender
. After a standout career at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Banks spent six seasons playing indoor soccer with the Milwaukee Wave
. He also earned 35 caps
with the national team
between 1986 and 1991, including two games at the 1990 FIFA World Cup
. Since retiring from playing professionally, Banks has entered the coaching ranks with both youth clubs and the Milwaukee School of Engineering
men's team.
. After graduating from Custer High School
in Milwaukee, he attended first the University of Wisconsin–Parkside then the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee were he earned All American honors playing NCAA Division I soccer as first a forward, then a midfielder.
of the Major Indoor Soccer League
and the Milwaukee Wave
of the American Indoor Soccer Association. He decided to remain in Milwaukee and signed with the Wave for whom he played from 1987 to 1993. He was a league All Star in 1992.
on February 5, 1986. He went on to play a total of 35 games with the senior team. His national team highlights include starting two games of the 1990 FIFA World Cup
against Italy and Austria; and playing as a member of the 1987 Pan American Games
and World University Games
soccer teams.
men's soccer team, a position he holds today. He also served as the Director of Coaching of the Milwaukee Kickers. While he retired from playing professionally, he continues playing with the Milwaukee Bavarians
.
He remains a force in Milwaukee's inner city as a founder of an inner-city youth soccer camp and a full-time and volunteer worker with the Milwaukee Boy's and Girl's Club. His years of work with disadvantaged youth led to his being honored with the Community Spirit Award.
In 1999, the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee inducted Banks into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame.
Jimmy Banks (English footballer)
Jimmy Banks was an English professional footballer who played for Starcliffe Celtic, St Gregorys, All Saints, Spennymoor United, Willington, Tottenham Hotspur, Norwich City and Luton Town.- Football career :...
James "Jimmy" Banks (born September 2, 1964 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee is the largest city in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, the 28th most populous city in the United States and 39th most populous region in the United States. It is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. According to 2010 census data, the...
) is a retired U.S.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
soccer defender
Defender (association football)
Within the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to prevent the opposition from attacking....
. After a standout career at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Banks spent six seasons playing indoor soccer with the Milwaukee Wave
Milwaukee Wave
The Milwaukee Wave is an American professional indoor soccer team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Founded in 1984 they are the oldest continuously operating professional soccer team in North Americaand a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League....
. He also earned 35 caps
Cap (sport)
In sports, a cap is a metaphorical term for a player's appearance on a select team, such as a national team. The term dates from the practice in the United Kingdom of awarding a cap to every player in an international match of association football...
with the national team
United States men's national soccer team
The United States men's national soccer team represents the United States in international association football competitions. It is controlled by the United States Soccer Federation and competes in CONCACAF...
between 1986 and 1991, including two games at the 1990 FIFA World Cup
1990 FIFA World Cup
The 1990 FIFA World Cup was the 14th FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial international football world championship tournament. It was held from 8 June to 8 July 1990 in Italy, the second country to host the event twice. Teams representing 116 national football associations from all six populated...
. Since retiring from playing professionally, Banks has entered the coaching ranks with both youth clubs and the Milwaukee School of Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering
The Milwaukee School of Engineering is a private university located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. MSOE is best known for its applications-oriented curriculum, close association with business and industry, and extremely high placement rate...
men's team.
Youth and college
Banks began playing soccer as a youth in Milwaukee, WisconsinMilwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee is the largest city in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, the 28th most populous city in the United States and 39th most populous region in the United States. It is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. According to 2010 census data, the...
. After graduating from Custer High School
Custer High School
Custer High School is a public high school located on 5075 North Sherman Boulevard in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The school had 450 students during the 2010-2011 school year. Custer is located on Milwaukee's far north side. Dennis Leonard is the Principal....
in Milwaukee, he attended first the University of Wisconsin–Parkside then the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee were he earned All American honors playing NCAA Division I soccer as first a forward, then a midfielder.
Milwaukee Wave
After graduation from Milwaukee, he was drafted by both the Kansas City CometsKansas City Comets
The Kansas City Comets were a professional indoor soccer team based for most of its existence in Kansas City, Missouri. They played in the original Major Indoor Soccer League from 1979–1991, when they folded...
of the Major Indoor Soccer League
Major Soccer League
The Major Indoor Soccer League, known in its final two seasons as the Major Soccer League, was an indoor soccer league in the USA from 1978 to 1992. After the folding of the North American Soccer League in 1984, the MISL was the Division I soccer league for the United States...
and the Milwaukee Wave
Milwaukee Wave
The Milwaukee Wave is an American professional indoor soccer team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Founded in 1984 they are the oldest continuously operating professional soccer team in North Americaand a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League....
of the American Indoor Soccer Association. He decided to remain in Milwaukee and signed with the Wave for whom he played from 1987 to 1993. He was a league All Star in 1992.
National team
He earned his first national team cap in a scoreless tie with CanadaCanada men's national soccer team
The Canada men's national soccer team represents Canada in international soccer competitions at the senior men's level. They are overseen by the Canadian Soccer Association and compete in the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football .Their most significant...
on February 5, 1986. He went on to play a total of 35 games with the senior team. His national team highlights include starting two games of the 1990 FIFA World Cup
1990 FIFA World Cup
The 1990 FIFA World Cup was the 14th FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial international football world championship tournament. It was held from 8 June to 8 July 1990 in Italy, the second country to host the event twice. Teams representing 116 national football associations from all six populated...
against Italy and Austria; and playing as a member of the 1987 Pan American Games
1987 Pan American Games
The 1987 Pan American Games, officially known as the X Pan American Games, was a major international multi-sport event which was celebrated in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, from 7 August to 23 August 1987. Over 4,300 athletes from 38 countries in the Americas competed in 30 sports earning...
and World University Games
1987 Summer Universiade
The 1987 Summer Universiade, also known as the XIV Summer Universiade, took place in Zagreb, Croatia . It involved participants from 111 countries and over 6,000 individual sportspersons and members of teams.-Medal table:...
soccer teams.
Coaching
In 1999, he became the Head Coach of the Milwaukee School of EngineeringMilwaukee School of Engineering
The Milwaukee School of Engineering is a private university located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. MSOE is best known for its applications-oriented curriculum, close association with business and industry, and extremely high placement rate...
men's soccer team, a position he holds today. He also served as the Director of Coaching of the Milwaukee Kickers. While he retired from playing professionally, he continues playing with the Milwaukee Bavarians
Milwaukee Bavarians
Milwaukee Bavarians is an American soccer team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Founded in 1929, the team plays in National Premier Soccer League , a national amateur league at the fourth tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, in the Midwest Division.The team plays its home games in the...
.
He remains a force in Milwaukee's inner city as a founder of an inner-city youth soccer camp and a full-time and volunteer worker with the Milwaukee Boy's and Girl's Club. His years of work with disadvantaged youth led to his being honored with the Community Spirit Award.
In 1999, the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee inducted Banks into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame.