William Brown (footballer, born 1907)

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]

William Brown

Personal information
Full name	William Brown
Date of birth	(1907-02-27)27 February 1907
Place of birth	Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England
Date of death	17 August 1976(1976-08-17) (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

1. "Exeter City. Only 6 kept on". Sunday Dispatch Football Guide. London. 23 August 1936. p. xii – via Newspapers.com.
2. Jones, Trefor (1996). The Watford Football Club Illustrated Who's Who. p. 48. ISBN 0-9527458-0-1.