William Brown (27 February 1907 – 17 August 1976) was an English professional association footballer and sprinter. He played as a right back for Football League clubs Huddersfield Town, Watford, Exeter City and Darlington, before his playing career was interrupted by the Second World War.[2] After its conclusion, Brown began coaching sports in the town of Apsley, becoming a football coach at nearby Hemel Hempstead Town in 1950. He continued living in Hertfordshire, and died in the City of London.[2]
Personal information | |||
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Full name | William Brown | ||
Date of birth | 27 February 1907 | ||
Place of birth | Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England | ||
Date of death | 17 August 1976 | (aged 69)||
Place of death | City of London, England | ||
Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)[1] | ||
Position(s) | Right back | ||
Youth career | |||
Bishop Auckland | |||
Crook Town | |||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1927–1928 | Huddersfield Town | ||
1928–1935 | Watford | 220 | (0) |
1936–1939 | Exeter City | ||
1939 | Darlington | ||
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
As of 2010, Brown holds the dubious distinction of having played more first team games for Watford without scoring than any other outfield player.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Exeter City. Only 6 kept on". Sunday Dispatch Football Guide. London. 23 August 1936. p. xii – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b c Jones, Trefor (1996). The Watford Football Club Illustrated Who's Who. p. 48. ISBN 0-9527458-0-1.