James Lawrence McDermott (25 May 1932 â 29 August 2006) was an English professional footballer who played as a winger.
Born in Earlestown, McDermott made 157 appearances in the Football League for Southport. He also played in the Lancashire Combination for Cromptons Recreation and Wigan Athletic, scoring twice for the latter in 38 games.
McDermott died in Whiston.