Oldham finished in second place in the First Division , as well as reaching the quarter - finals of the FA Cup .
In 1914 -- 15 , Herbert Bamlett became Oldham Athletic 's second manager and found success with the club in his first season .
Oldham Athletic finished in second place in the First Division , as well as reaching the quarter - finals of the FA Cup .
In 1914 -- 15 , Herbert Bamlett became Oldham Athletic 's second manager and found success with the club in his first season .