Ernest Phillips (born 29 November 1923 in North Shields, England, died 10 January 2004) was an English footballer. Phillips joined Manchester City from non-league side Ashington in 1948. He joined Hull City in 1951. He joined York City in 1954, where he was a part of the team which played in the FA Cup semi-final in 1955. He then re-joined non-league side Ashington in 1958. Notes 1923 births Sportspeople from North Shields Footballers from Tyne and Wear 2004 deaths English footballers Association football defenders Ashington A.F.C. players Manchester City F.C. players Hull City A.F.C. players York City F.C. players