Billy Clayson

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Clayson in 1926.

William James Clayson (12 July 1897 – 1973) was an English professional footballer who played as an inside right in the Football League for Brentford, Crewe Alexandra, Barnsley, Chesterfield, Torquay United and York City.[1][2] He was a prolific goalscorer for Scarborough across three spells with the club in the Midland League.[3][4]

Personal life

Prior to becoming a professional footballer, Clayson served in the British Army and later became a publican in Scarborough.[5]

Career statistics

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Brentford 1922–23[6] Third Division South 29 6 3 2 32 8
1923–24[6] Third Division South 26 8 3 2 29 10
1924–25[6] Third Division South 26 0 0 0 26 0
Total 81 14 6 4 87 28
Chesterfield 1927–28[7] Third Division North 22 11 1 0 23 11
Torquay United 1930–31[8] Third Division South 35 14 4 0 39 14
1931–32[8] Third Division South 40 14 1 0 41 14
Total 75 28 5 0 80 28
Career Total 178 53 12 4 190 67

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