James Donald Blain (born 9 April 1940) is an English professional footballer who made 501 appearances in the Football League playing as a left back or inside forward for Southport, Rotherham United, Carlisle United and Exeter City. Blain was born in Mossley Hill, Liverpool, and began his career as a youngster with Everton, but never played for their first team. After retiring from football he remained in the Exeter area and worked as a carpet fitter. References 1940 births Living people Footballers from Liverpool English footballers Association football defenders Association football inside forwards Everton F.C. players Southport F.C. players Rotherham United F.C. players Carlisle United F.C. players Exeter City F.C. players English Football League players