Albert Banks

James Albert "Darky" Banks, the son of a former American slave, was an Australian cricketer and Australian rules footballer. He played two first-class matches for Western Australia between 1908/09 and 1920/21.

Family

The son of Jordan Henry Banks, and Sarah Jane, née McMullen, James Albert Banks was born on the Maryborough goldfields on 10 December 1883. His father, Jordan Henry Banks, was once an American slave:
His brother Thomas Banks played Australian rules football for Fitzroy in the Victorian Football League.

Football

He played in the West Australian Football League for South Fremantle and Perth, captaining South Fremantle in 1909, 1912 and 1914.

Death

He died at Perth on 5 July 1930, his body was found in the backyard of a lodging house. The cause was not known, although there were no signs of violence.