James Ball

James Ball (born 1 December 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for National League club Solihull Moors.

Ball started his career at Bolton Wanderers. During his time at Bolton, he was loaned out to Conference North club Hyde United on a work experience loan at the start of the 2014–15 season. Following his release from Bolton in May 2015, Ball spent the following season at Northwich Victoria. He joined National League North club Stalybridge Celtic ahead of the 2016–17 season before signing for Stockport County a month later in September 2016. After two seasons at Stockport, Ball signed for Stevenage in May 2018. He spent a season at Stevenage before joining Ebbsfleet United of the National League in July 2019. He moved to Solihull Moors in October 2019.

Style Of Play

Ball was initially a defender during his time at Bolton Wanderers' academy and was played in central defence on loan at Hyde United. He moved further up the pitch to play in central midfield during his time at Northwich Victoria and has remained there since. On signing for Stevenage, manager Dino Maamria described Ball as "big, strong, box-to-box, can cover a lot of ground and can score goals from midfield".