About Dave Shipperley
Lived 1952 – 2017 (aged 64). Dave Shipperley was a British association football player.
David John Shipperley (12 April 1952 – 21 January 2017) was an English professional footballer. His clubs included Charlton Athletic, Plymouth Argyle, and Gillingham, where he made over 140 Football League appearances. At Gillingham he was named Player of the Year in consecutive seasons, for 1975–76 and 1976–77.
After his professional career he joined the Metropolitan Police and later worked as a postman in Hayes, West London, where he also managed non-league team Brook House. He died in January 2017. His son Neil also became a professional footballer.
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Who was Dave Shipperley?
English footballer (1952-2017)
When was Dave Shipperley born?
Dave Shipperley was born on 12 April 1952 in Uxbridge.
When did Dave Shipperley die?
Dave Shipperley died on 21 January 2017.
What was Dave Shipperley's occupation?
Dave Shipperley was an association football player.
What nationality was Dave Shipperley?
Dave Shipperley was British.
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