Ed James (footballer)

Edward George Martin James is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Dorchester Town, on loan from  club Exeter City.

Career
James made his senior debut for Exeter City on 4 October 2022, in a 2–1 win over Southampton U21 at St James Park in the group stages of the EFL Trophy. James appeared in his inaugural EFL fixture on the 15 October 2022 as a substitute in a 2-4 defeat to Oxford United. On 30 October 2022, he joined National League South side Weymouth on a work experience loan until December 2022. He subsequently joined Tiverton Town in January 2023 on a further work experience loan.

In July 2023, James signed for newly promoted National Super League club Weston-super-Mare on a season-long loan deal alongside Exeter teammate Harry Lee.