Jimmy Walsh was signed by Celtic in October 1949 from Bo’ness United.

After initially spending some time in the reserves the inside-forward made his first team debut in a 3-1 league defeat to Hibernian on April 30th 1951.
The likeable Fifer possessed a great shot and his ample pace helped ensure he was a handful for most defences.

A member of the glorious Coronation Cup team Jimmy wrote his name into the Celtic history books by netting the second goal in the 2-0 final victory over Hibernian at Hampden He also played his part in securing the 1954 league title, although injury meant he would miss the Scottish Cup triumph over Aberdeen that same season.

He played in the 1955 final but by the time of the final against Hearts in 1956 Jimmy was no longer regarded a first team starter. After 144 competitive appearances and 59 goal Jimmy Walsh departed Celtic Park for Leicester City in November 1956.