James Hanson (footballer, born 1987) explained

James Hanson
Full Name:James Robert Hanson[1]
Birth Date:9 November 1987
Birth Place:Bradford, England
Height:[2]
Position:Striker
Currentclub:Bradford (Park Avenue)
Youthclubs1:Huddersfield Town
Youthclubs2:Bradford City
Years1:2006–2007
Clubs1:Eccleshill United
Years2:2007–2009
Clubs2:Guiseley
Caps2:83
Goals2:36
Years3:2009–2017
Clubs3:Bradford City
Caps3:283
Goals3:77
Years4:2017–2018
Clubs4:Sheffield United
Caps4:14
Goals4:1
Years5:2018
Clubs5:→ Bury (loan)
Caps5:17
Goals5:0
Years6:2018–2019
Caps6:29
Goals6:5
Years7:2019–2021
Clubs7:Grimsby Town
Caps7:52
Goals7:11
Years8:2021–2022
Clubs8:Farsley Celtic
Caps8:14
Goals8:4
Years9:2022
Clubs9:Boston United
Caps9:13
Goals9:2
Years10:2022–2024
Clubs10:Worksop Town
Caps10:31
Goals10:7
Years11:2024–
Clubs11:Bradford (Park Avenue)
Caps11:5
Goals11:1
Club-Update:12:19, 6 May 2024 (UTC)

James Robert Hanson (born 9 November 1987) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Bradford (Park Avenue).

After playing youth football for Huddersfield Town and Bradford City, Hanson began his career in semi-professional non-league football, playing for Eccleshill United and Guiseley. He turned professional after re-signing with Bradford City in 2009, for whom he made over 300 appearances. He later played for Sheffield United, Bury, AFC Wimbledon, Grimsby Town, Farsley Celtic, Boston United and Worksop Town.

Playing career

Early career

Born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, Hanson played youth football for Huddersfield Town (where he was let go at the age of 15 for being too small[3]), as well as Bradford City.[4] He began his senior career playing semi-professional non-league football with Eccleshill United and Guiseley, balancing his football career with a job in a local Co-operative supermarket in Idle, Bradford.[5] [6] [7] Bradford City fans later sang a song about Hanson's supermarket work.[8]

Bradford City

2009–10 season

Hanson signed his first professional contract with Bradford City in July 2009,[9] with his transfer fee set by a tribunal hearing six months later at a figure close to £7,500, a sell-on clause and the agreement of a friendly between the two sides.[10] In making the move, Hanson took nearly a 50% pay cut.[11]

Hanson made his debut for Bradford on the opening day of the 2009–10 season, on 8 August 2009, in a 5–0 defeat against Notts County.[12] [13] Hanson scored his first goal for Bradford on 22 August 2009, in a 5–4 victory away at Cheltenham Town.[14] [15] Hanson won the Player of the Year award during his first season at Bradford City,[16] and was rewarded with a new, improved contract for the next four years.[17]

2010–11 season

Ahead of his second season with the club, Hanson decided to bulk up.[11]

2011–12 season

In February 2012, Hanson suffered a groin injury, and was estimated to miss six weeks of matches.[18] During the 2011–12 season, Hanson scored 14 goals, his highest tally to date in three years as a professional.[19]

2012–13 season

In October 2012, teammate Andrew Davies stated his belief that Hanson's goals would help the club achieve promotion.[20] He scored Bradford City's goal in the second leg League Cup semi-final tie against Aston Villa, and was named Man Of The Match for the second leg, helping Bradford to the League Cup final.[21] [22] Hanson had a broken toe prior to the match, and received an injection for it 15 minutes before kick-off.[23] Hanson's performance was praised by former manager Steve Kittrick.[24]

Hanson played in the 2013 Football League Cup Final; after the match, he said he believed Bradford City would return to Wembley via the League Two play-offs.[25] Hanson scored two goals in the next three League matches, reaching 10 goals for the season,[26] and later that month he stated that the club had to win both forthcoming Easter games.[27] In April 2013, Hanson spoke of the "buzz" around the club as they mounted a play-off challenge.[28] On 5 May, he scored a vital goal in the second leg of the play-off semi-final against Burton Albion, helping Bradford overcome a 3–2 deficit from the home leg to win the game 3–1 and the tie 5–4 on aggregate.[29] [30] In the Final at Wembley, Hanson scored in a 3–0 victory against Northampton Town,[31] and later spoke about how he was looking forward to playing in a higher division.[32]

2013–14 season

Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Bradford City manager Phil Parkinson said that only a high-money bid would persuade the club to sell either Hanson and fellow striker Nahki Wells.[33] In July 2013, Hanson was praised by former Bradford City left-back Wayne Jacobs,[34] and in August 2013 Hanson spoke positively of his partnership with teammate Nahki Wells.[35] Wells has also publicly praised his strike partnership with Hanson,[36] as has journalist Simon Parker, who described them as "[one of] the best front pairs that League One has to offer."[37] Hanson has also been praised by manager Phil Parkinson.[38] In October 2013 Hanson spoke about his use of a mind coach.[39] On 29 November 2013 he signed a new contract with the club, taking him up to the end of the 2016–17 season,[40] [41] and becoming the first player at the club to sign a new contract that season.[42] In December 2013 fellow Bradford City player Andrew Davies described Wells and Hanson as the best strike pair in the division.[43] The partnership ended when Wells was sold to Huddersfield Town in January 2014.[44] In February 2014, after Hanson scored his 10th goal of the season, Davies spoke about Hanson's increase in playing form.[45] In March 2014, Hanson spoke about new strike partner Aaron McLean's lack of goals for the club,[46] while Hanson himself had scored 6 goals in 9 games.[47] That same month Hanson was revealed as the player in 3 divisions of the Football League who had committed the most fouls in the 2013–14 season to date; he was defended by manager Phil Parkinson.[48] Throughout March and April, Hanson suffered a number of minor injuries which prevented him from playing,[49] [50] making only 1 appearance in the past 7 games as of 25 April 2014.[51] [52] His work-rate during that season was later praised by former teammate Andy Gray.[53] In 2014, Hanson was diagnosed with arthritis.[11]

2014–15 season

Ahead of the 2014–15 season the club implemented new a playing style and match tactics, and Hanson stated he was looking forward to showing that he was able to adapt to it.[54] In August 2014, after scoring five goals in the season to date, Hanson entered the club's top ten all-time scorer list.[55] In September 2014 it was announced that Hanson was suffering from a thigh injury, and could miss up to 5 matches.[56] In December 2014, following his return from injury, Hanson was kept out of the starting line-up by Jon Stead and Billy Clarke.[57] In January 2015 Hanson praised Stead,[58] while later that month he was himself praised by ex-Bantam striker Dean Windass.[59] Following Bradford City's shock victory in the FA Cup over Chelsea, Hanson was praised by their captain John Terry.[60] Hanson later described the Chelsea match as his favourite game for Bradford City.[61] [62]

In April 2015 Hanson declared that he was aiming to score 20 goals a season for the club; at that point he was on 11 goals, having not scored for two months.[63] In May 2015 the club rejected an undisclosed transfer bid for Hanson from Millwall.[64] Despite the rejection, Millwall stated they were still interested in signing Hanson,[65] and Bradford City turned down a second bid a few weeks later.[66] Bradford City delayed any possible transfer while they searched for a replacement,[67] although Hanson later stated he wished to remain at the club.[68] [69] Hanson credited manager Phil Parkinson with persuading him to stay at the club.[70]

2015–16 season

At the start of the 2015–16 season, Hanson discussed his striker partnership with new summer signing Devante Cole.[71] He was dropped from the starting XI in October 2015, following a poor performance in a previous game, having played every game up to that point of the season.[72] After an injury to his replacement Steve Davies, Hanson returned to the first-team later that month,[73] scoring in his first game back in the starting XI.[74] In November 2015 he suffered an ankle ligaments injury in an FA Cup game.[75]

On 13 February 2016 he made his 300th appearance for the club, scoring two goals in the process.[76] [77] On 23 April 2016 he scored a hat-trick as City beat promotion rivals Walsall 4–0; it was his first professional hat-trick,[78] having previously not started a game since 5 March.[79] [80]

2016–17 season

After playing in the first two games of the 2016–17 season, Hanson missed over a month of play due to a calf problem.[81] [82] He scored his first goal of the season in a 3–2 victory against AFC Wimbledon on 29 October, scoring twice.[83] Upon leaving Bradford City, he had scored 91 goals in 335 appearances, and was third on the club's all time scorer list.[11]

Sheffield United

On 21 January 2017 Sheffield United made an offer for Hanson.[84] The transfer was completed on 24 January 2017.[85] He stated that he was looking forward to playing against his old club.[86] He scored on his debut in a 4–0 win over AFC Wimbledon on 4 February 2017. In August 2017 and November 2017 he was linked with a return to Bradford City, although the club's manager Stuart McCall dismissed the rumours.[87] [88]

Hanson made his debut in the Championship in November 2017, against Fulham.

He moved on loan to Bury in January 2018.[89] [90] He was transfer-listed by Sheffield United at the end of the 2017–18 season.[91]

AFC Wimbledon

On 26 June 2018, Hanson left Sheffield United by mutual consent, and joined AFC Wimbledon.[92] [93] [94] [95]

Hanson struggled with minor injuries during the 2018–19 season.[96] Wimbledon's last game of the season was away at Hanson's former club Bradford City.[96]

In June 2019 he was linked with a possible return to Bradford City, but the link was denied by City manager Gary Bowyer.[97]

Grimsby Town

In June 2019 he signed for Grimsby Town, on a two-year contract.[98] [99]

He scored 5 goals and made 3 assists in August 2019, which saw him awarded the EFL League Two Player of the Month for the month.[100]

On 12 May 2021 it was announced that he would leave Grimsby at the end of the season, following the expiry of his contract.[101]

Non-league

On 13 July 2021, Hanson signed with National League North side Farsley Celtic, having rejected interest from a number of League Two and National League clubs,[102] [103] to return to part-time football.[104]

On 14 January 2022, Hanson signed for Boston United until end of the 2021–22 season.[105] [106] [107] He was not retained at the end of the season.[108]

On 12 June 2022, Hanson signed for Worksop Town ahead of the 2022–23 season.[109]

Hanson announced his retirement in January 2024.[110] He was later praised by former Bradford City strike partner Nahki Wells.[111]

In March 2024, Hanson came out of retirement to join Bradford (Park Avenue).[112] [113] He re-signed with the club for the 2024–25 season.[114] His contract with Park Avenue was on a 'pay as you play' basis, to fit around his family and work life.[115]

Coaching career

Hanson began coaching at the RIASA Academy in September 2021.[116]

Personal life

Hanson attended Beckfoot School in Bingley from 1999 to 2004.[117] Hanson and his girlfriend Jodie had their first child, a daughter named Lexie, in November 2012.[118] Lexie was blessed the day after her father scored in the League Two Playoff Final at Wembley.[119] Jodie is a teacher who remained in the north when Hanson moved to London to play for Wimbledon.[120]

Hanson has fundraised for former teammate Stephen Darby's MND charity.[121]

Career statistics

ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Guiseley2006–07[122] NPL Premier Division12000—21141
2007–08[123] [124] NPL Premier Division382041—634824
2008–09[125] [126] NPL Premier Division331630—744320
Total8336710015810545
Bradford City2009–10League Two34121010313913
2010–11League Two366122100399
2011–12League Two39133110304614
2012–13League Two43103182525915
2013–14League One35121010003712
2014–15League One3897121104811
2015–16League One41114111104713
2016–17League One174101010204
Total2837721617514333591
Sheffield United2016–17League One131000000131
2017–18Championship1000100020
Total141001000151
Bury (loan)2017–18League One170000010180
AFC Wimbledon2018–19League One295102020345
Grimsby Town2019–20League Two299102000329
2020–21League Two232000000232
Total52111020005511
Farsley Celtic2021–22National League North14400—00144
Boston United2021–22National League North132——20152
Worksop Town2022–23[127] NPL East Division236300031297
2023–24[128] NPL Premier Division8100000081
Total317300031378
Bradford (Park Avenue)2023–24[129] NPL Premier Division5100000051
Career total5411433272253712632168

Honours

Guiseley[130] [131]

2006–07

2008–09

Bradford City

2013

Sheffield United

2016–17

Individual

August 2019[100]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Professional retain list & free transfers 2012/13 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140802074454/http://www.football-league.co.uk/staticFiles/4e/bd/0%2C%2C10794~179534%2C00.pdf . 18 May 2013 . 2 August 2014 . 4 January 2015 . 55 . The Football League . dead .
  2. Web site: Bradford City AFC Player Profiles . 14 February 2016 . 30 July 2016 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160730090552/http://www.bradfordcityfc.co.uk/team/player-profile/james-hanson/9 . dead .
  3. Web site: Bradford City: James Hanson interview. yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk.
  4. News: Bradford hero Phil Parkinson's paltry pay packet. 23 January 2013. Sam Wallace. The Independent.
  5. Web site: James Hanson looking to divi up Bantams. 8 August 2009. 24 July 2009. Bradford City official website.
  6. Web site: Stuart McCall backs James Hanson. 8 August 2009. 25 July 2009. Bradford City official website.
  7. News: Bradford striker James Hanson goes from supermarket shelf stacker to Wembley finalist in 'three amazing years'. Luke. Edwards. 23 January 2013. The Daily Telegraph.
  8. News: Simon Parker. 14 June 2013. Is James Hanson Co-op song past Bradford City sell-by date. Telegraph & Argus.
  9. Web site: Hanson handed contract. 8 August 2009. 23 July 2009. Bradford City official website.
  10. News: Hanson fee finally sorted out . 28 January 2010 . 28 January 2010 . Telegraph & Argus . Simon . Parker.
  11. Web site: James Hanson interview: I got my chance after Bantams pulled plug on wage bill. 9 January 2024. Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  12. Web site: Notts County 5 v 0 Bradford City. 8 August 2009. 8 August 2009. Bradford City official website.
  13. News: Notts County 5 – 0 Bradford. 8 August 2009. 8 August 2009. BBC Sport.
  14. Web site: Cheltenham Town 4 Bradford City 5. 22 August 2009. 22 August 2009. Bradford City official website.
  15. News: Cheltenham 4 – 5 Bradford. 22 August 2009. 22 August 2009. BBC Sport.
  16. Web site: James Hanson lands Player of the Year title . 27 April 2009 . 27 April 2009 . Bradford City official website . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100501084214/http://www.bradfordcityfc.co.uk/page/News/0%2C%2C10266~2034560%2C00.html . 1 May 2010 .
  17. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson signs new contract. 30 June 2010. 20 June 2010. BBC Sport.
  18. News: James Hanson set to miss whole of March. 17 February 2012. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  19. News: James Hanson has toughened up to overcome second-season syndrome at Bradford City. 6 June 2012. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  20. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson has key role in promotion goal, says Andrew Davies. Simon Parker. 9 October 2012. Telegraph & Argus.
  21. News: Hero Hanson is Bradford City's head-line grabber as fans plan trip of a lifetime to Wembley. 23 January 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  22. Web site: 'It was a special, special moment': Hanson recalls THAT goal and semi-final at Villa. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 21 January 2023 .
  23. News: Bradford reaching League Cup final one of greatest football upsets. 23 January 2013. Phil McNulty. BBC Sport.
  24. News: Guiseley boss praises hero Hanson after his goal takes Bradford City to Capital One final. 24 January 2013. Bill Marshall. Telegraph & Argus.
  25. News: James Hanson targets Bradford City return to Wembley. 26 February 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  26. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson picking up a head of steam. 4 March 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  27. News: James Hanson admits it's make or break time for Bradford City. 29 March 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  28. News: James Hanson can sense Bradford City buzz. 11 April 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  29. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22328159 "Burton 1–3 Bradford (agg 4–5)"
  30. News: We have a score to settle at Wembley, says Bradford City hitman James Hanson. 7 May 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  31. News: James Hanson delighted with Bradford City victory. 18 May 2013. Ross Heppenstall. Telegraph & Argus.
  32. News: Playing in League One will be miles better, says Bradford City hitman James Hanson. 19 May 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  33. News: Bradford City: 'Stupid' bids only for crown jewels Nahki Wells and James Hanson. 24 June 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  34. News: Wayne Jacobs tipping Bradford City striker James Hanson to be a hit in League One. 13 July 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  35. News: Bradford City strike pair James Hanson and Nahki Wells One to watch. 9 August 2013. 10 August 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  36. News: Bantams hitman Nahki Wells gives the lowdown on why he and James Hanson are such a striking combination. 13 September 2013. 13 September 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  37. News: Bradford City: Nahki Wells plus James Hanson equals must-see TV. 19 November 2013. 19 November 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  38. News: Athletic targetmen like James Hanson in short supply, says Bradford City boss. 5 October 2013. 5 October 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  39. News: Mind coach visits a 'no-brainer' for Bantams hot-shot James Hanson. 18 October 2013. 24 October 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  40. News: James Hanson signs new deal with Bradford City. 29 November 2013. 29 November 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  41. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson signs new contract. 29 November 2013. 1 December 2013. BBC Sport.
  42. News: The only way is up for me at Bantams, says James Hanson. 30 November 2013. 1 December 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  43. News: Nahki Wells and James Hanson a deadly double act for Bradford City. 6 December 2013. 8 December 2013. Andrew Davies. Telegraph & Argus.
  44. News: Bradford City: Death of a double act but James Hanson looks to the future after Nahki Wells departure. 14 January 2014. 15 January 2014. Andrew Davies. Telegraph & Argus.
  45. News: James Hanson's form is a big deal as new contract brings best out of Bantams striker. 25 February 2014. 25 February 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  46. News: Bradford City: James Hanson can relate to Aaron Mclean goal frustration. 7 March 2014. 12 March 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  47. News: Phil Parkinson looking to James Hanson to help Bradford City dish out more of the same. 14 March 2014. 14 March 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  48. News: Stats utter nonsense, says Bantams boss as figures show James Hanson is Football League's 'dirtiest' player. 19 March 2014. 19 March 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  49. News: Bradford City need James Hanson back to his best. 27 March 2014. 27 March 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  50. News: James Hanson close to Bradford City comeback. 17 April 2014. 17 April 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  51. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson confident of putting injury worries to bed. 25 April 2014. 25 April 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  52. News: James Hanson's nagging injury a real pain for Bantams boss Phil Parkinson. 1 May 2014. 1 May 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  53. News: James Hanson an all-round menace, says former Bantams strike partner Andy Gray. 27 June 2014. 27 June 2014. Telegraph & Argus.
  54. News: James Hanson keen to play his part in changing face of Bradford City. 15 July 2014. 15 July 2014. Telegraph & Argus.
  55. News: I am (not a) Legend: On-song James Hanson proving top-ten hit for Bantams as he looks to rein in Dean Windass. 2 September 2014. 2 September 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  56. News: Hanson could miss five Bradford City games. 19 September 2014. 19 September 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  57. News: Bantams boss Parkinson expects Hanson to rise to the challenge. 12 December 2014. 13 December 2014. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  58. News: Stead-y improvement: Hanson keen to keep talisman at Bradford City. 1 January 2015. 2 January 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  59. News: Deano: Bantams hitman Hanson can bruise Blues. 21 January 2015. 21 January 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  60. News: Terry lauds Hanson for leaving Chelsea black and Blues. 12 February 2015. 12 February 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  61. Web site: "How the hell did you boys come down here and beat that team?". Bradford Telegraph and Argus. June 2022 .
  62. Web site: "For a big lad, I had a weird body ... when I was younger, I wasn't really moulded into it". Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 7 June 2022 .
  63. News: Bantams target man Hanson has "20–20" vision to take his game to next level. 11 April 2015. 11 April 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  64. News: Bradford City reject Millwall bid for James Hanson. 26 May 2015. 26 May 2015. Ross Heppenstall. Telegraph & Argus.
  65. News: Lions still keen to pounce on Bantams hitman Hanson. 4 June 2015. 4 June 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  66. News: Hans off: Millwall told they are well short of mark for Bantams ace. 12 June 2015. 14 June 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  67. News: Hanson will he, won't he saga rumbles on as Bantams continue striker hunt. 23 June 2015. 30 June 2015. Ross Heppenstall. Telegraph & Argus.
  68. News: Hanson transfer saga over as striker tells Bradford City he wants to stay. 26 June 2015. 30 June 2015. Ross Heppenstall. Telegraph & Argus.
  69. News: Bradford City striker James Hanson can expect a mauling in Lions' Den after his Millwall no-go. 30 June 2015. 30 June 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  70. News: Hanson: Parkinson convinced me to reject Millwall move and stay at Bradford City. 14 July 2015. 14 July 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  71. News: Bradford City strike pair heading in right direction – sort of!. 14 September 2015. 14 September 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  72. News: Parkin: Bantams needed to give Hanson a breather. 3 October 2015. 10 October 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  73. News: Hanson must lead by example, says Bradford City boss. 22 October 2015. 25 October 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  74. News: Only a matter of time before Hanson hit the mark for Bantams again. 26 October 2015. 26 October 2015. Telegraph & Argus.
  75. News: Bradford City blow as Hanson ankle injury confirmed. 19 November 2015. 19 November 2015. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  76. Web site: 300 Not Out. Bradford City Official Website. 2016-02-19.
  77. News: Hanson fronts up to critics with double to celebrate joining 300-club as Bradford City earn historic win at Peterborough. 14 February 2016. 16 February 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  78. News: Bantams boss hails hat-trick hero Hanson for complete performance. 23 April 2016. 24 April 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  79. News: Striker hungry to get more Hans on in Bradford City promotion push. 19 April 2016. 24 April 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  80. News: Bantams hat-trick hero James delighted to be 'Hans' on again. 25 April 2016. 25 April 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  81. News: Bantams hitman Hanson hungry to make up for false start. 15 September 2016. 15 September 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  82. News: Hanson ready to lead line for Bradford City. 17 October 2016. 17 October 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  83. News: Hanson aims to use first goals as springboard. 31 October 2016. 1 November 2016. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  84. News: Blades make move for James Hanson. 21 January 2017. 21 January 2017. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  85. News: Sheffield United sign Chesterfield winger Jay O'Shea and Bradford striker James Hanson. 24 January 2017. 25 January 2017. BBC Sport.
  86. News: He's gone but Bantams have not seen the last of Hanson this season. 25 January 2017. 25 January 2017. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  87. News: Bantams dismiss James Hanson link. 17 August 2017. 26 August 2017. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  88. News: Stuart McCall: No Bradford City return for James Hanson. 7 November 2017. 8 November 2017. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  89. Web site: Hanson Joins the Shakers. 3 January 2018. 3 January 2018. Bury F.C..
  90. News: Bury sign striker James Hanson and defender Peter Clarke on loan deals. 3 January 2018. 3 January 2018. BBC Sport.
  91. News: Clayton Donaldson: Sheffield United release striker and transfer list seven. 11 May 2018. 11 May 2018. BBC Sport.
  92. Web site: Hanson departs. sufc.co.uk.
  93. Web site: Sheffield United: Striker James Hanson leaves Bramall Lane by mutual consent and joins AFC Wimbledon. thestar.co.uk.
  94. Web site: Neal completes signing number two with arrival of target man. afcwimbledon.co.uk.
  95. News: James Hanson: Wimbledon sign ex-Bradford City striker from Sheffield United. 2018-06-26. BBC Sport. 2018-06-27. en-GB.
  96. Web site: Feature: Easy does it for Hanson ahead of Bantams reunion. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 3 May 2019 .
  97. Web site: Bantams cool Hanson talk in striker hunt. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 5 June 2019 .
  98. News: Grimsby Town continue summer business with James Hanson signing. 18 June 2019. Grimsbytelegraph.
  99. Web site: James Hanson: Grimsby bring in striker from AFC Wimbledon. 18 June 2019. BBC Sport.
  100. Web site: James Hanson Wins Sky Bet League Two Player of the Month Award For August. 13 September 2019. grimsby-townfc.co.uk.
  101. Web site: Retained List Announced. www.grimsby-townfc.co.uk.
  102. News: James Hanson Signs for the Celts. www.farsleyceltic.com.
  103. Web site: Bradford City hero Hanson signs for Farsley. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 13 July 2021 .
  104. Web site: Those Bradford City memories will never fade as Hanson takes a step back. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 14 July 2021 .
  105. Web site: United clinch Hanson signing . Boston United FC.
  106. Web site: Boston United sign former Sheffield United, Bradford City and Wimbledon striker James Hanson. www.lincolnshireworld.com.
  107. Web site: City hero Hanson leaves West Yorkshire side after tough spell. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 18 January 2022 .
  108. Web site: Retained List - 2021-2022. www.bostonunited.co.uk.
  109. Web site: City icon Hanson drops down to Brighouse's division as Worksop stage coup. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 13 June 2022 .
  110. Web site: Bradford City Legend Announces Retirement After 18-Year Career - The Real EFL. 7 January 2024.
  111. Web site: 'He was the most influential player we had': Wells pays tribute to retiring Hanson. 8 January 2024. Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  112. Web site: EX-CITY STRIKER JAMES HANSON LEAVES RETIREMENT TO JOIN AVENUE!. bpafc.com. 27 March 2024. 28 March 2024.
  113. Web site: Shock as Avenue bring City legend Hanson out of retirement and back to Bradford. 28 March 2024. Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  114. Web site: JAMES HANSON SIGNS FOR 24/25 SEASON!. 5 May 2024. Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC.
  115. Web site: Bradford City hero James Hanson on why he signed up for more with Avenue. 10 May 2024. Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  116. Web site: City legend Hanson joins Hendrie and Ellis at RIASA. Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 17 September 2021 .
  117. http://www.beckfoot.org/?p=8191 "Determination to succeed"
  118. News: Top of the pops! Why Bantams striker James Hanson is desperate to be a hit against Bristol Rovers. 24 November 2012. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  119. News: A sobering thought for James Hanson if Bantams win at Wembley. 17 May 2013. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  120. News: Former Bantams striker still in shock about Darby as he prepares to face his old club again. 29 September 2018. 29 September 2018. Simon Parker. Telegraph & Argus.
  121. Web site: City legend running Great North Run to support Stephen Darby. 10 July 2024. Bradford Telegraph and Argus.
  122. Web site: 2006-07 Appearances & Goals. HOME.
  123. Web site: Appearances & Goals 2007–08. Guiseley A.F.C.. 10 October 2016.
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