Jimmy McDonald (footballer, born 1883)

James "Jimmy" McDonald (born 1883, date of death unknown) was a Scottish professional footballer who played primarily as a right half.

McDonald began his senior career with Scottish club St Mirren. He played for the "Buddies" for several seasons before moving south to England.

In 1906, McDonald signed for Newcastle United, then a dominant force in English football. He was part of the Newcastle squad during a period of considerable success, though records suggest he wasn't always a first-team regular. He played alongside some of Newcastle’s most celebrated players of the era.

After his time at Newcastle United, McDonald joined Bradford Park Avenue. Details of his career after Bradford Park Avenue are limited and his date and place of death are currently unknown.

His career highlights included playing for a prominent Scottish club and being part of a successful Newcastle United team. However, definitive statistics about his appearances and goals are incomplete.