Roy Henderson

Roy Donald Henderson (7 June 1923 – 16 January 1997) was a Scottish footballer who played as a goalkeeper, best known for his time with Dumfries club Queen of the South.

Career Early years A native of Law, South Lanarkshire, Henderson played for Carluke Amateurs, Lanark United and Third Lanark and was a guest player for Aberdeen during the World War II, His form attracted attention, and Jimmy McKinnell Junior signed him for Queen of the South in July 1946. His time at Palmerston Park included the club's notable period in the late 1940s, a run to the semi-finals of the 1949–50 Scottish Cup and other creditable cup runs, and the best era in Queens' history in the 1950s.

Personal life and death

Henderson died on 16 January 1997, aged 73. His brother George was also a footballer.