Billy Brown

William Brown (22 August 1900 – 7 January 1985) was an English professional footballer who played in the Football League for West Ham United, Chelsea, Fulham, Stockport County and Hartlepools United.

Career Brown joined West Ham United, a club he had played for as a 16-year-old during World War I,

Brown was often used as a Utility player, but predominantly featured in the inside-forward positions during his Football League career. He gained a full cap the following year, scoring in a 2–2 draw against Belgium at The Hawthorns that saw him playing alongside West Ham teammate Ted Hufton.

He made 71 appearances and scored 21 goals for the east London club before leaving for Chelsea in 1924. He saw out his playing days with spells at Annfield Plain and Blackhall Colliery Welfare. He also played cricket for Blackhall, signing on 14 March 1933 and becoming captain of the team. He ended his time with the club when he took on a role as a colliery baths superintendent at Easington Colliery.

Honours West Ham United FA Cup runner-up: 1922–23