About David Sherlaw
Born 1901. David Sherlaw was a British association football player.
David Drummond Sherlaw was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a forward in the Football League for Charlton Athletic, Brentford and Bristol City. He also played in the Scottish League for Bathgate, Montrose, St Johnstone, St Bernard's and Leith Athletic.
Career A forward, Sherlaw began his career at Scottish League Second Division club Bathgate, before moving to England to sign for Third Division South high-flyers Bristol City in May 1925. Six goals and 21 appearances later, he moved to struggling divisional rivals Charlton Athletic in January 1926. He fell out of first team contention and returned to Scotland to sign for Second Division club St Johnstone in 1932,
Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Bathgate 1924–25 Scottish Second Division 25 3 1 0 26 3 St Bernard's 1924–25
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Sherlaw?
Scottish professional footballer (born 1901)
When was David Sherlaw born?
David Sherlaw was born on 17 September 1901 in Penicuik.
What was David Sherlaw's occupation?
David Sherlaw was an association football player.
What nationality was David Sherlaw?
David Sherlaw was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Sherlaw. https://biography.guide/david-sherlaw/
MLA: "David Sherlaw." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-sherlaw/.
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