About Billy Clayson
Lived 1897 – 1973 (aged 75–76). Billy Clayson was a British association football player.
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. He was a prolific goalscorer for Scarborough across three spells with the club in the Midland League.
Personal life Prior to becoming a professional footballer, Clayson served in the British Army and later became a publican in Scarborough.
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Who was Billy Clayson?
English association football player (1897-1973)
When was Billy Clayson born?
Billy Clayson was born on 12 July 1897 in Wellingborough.
When did Billy Clayson die?
Billy Clayson died in 1973 in Northampton.
What was Billy Clayson's occupation?
Billy Clayson was an association football player.
What nationality was Billy Clayson?
Billy Clayson was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Clayson. https://biography.guide/billy-clayson/
MLA: "Billy Clayson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-clayson/.
Chicago: "Billy Clayson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/billy-clayson/.
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