About Willie Penman
Lived 1922 – 2005 (aged 82–83). Willie Penman was a British association football player.
William Henders Penman (1 April 1922 – 31 January 2005) was a Scottish footballer. He played the majority of his career for Raith Rovers, and is their all-time leading goal scorer with 211 goals in 328 appearances. Later in his career he had short spells with Montrose and Dundee United.
Penman was signed in 1940 and made his debut in 1942, scoring seven goals in his first nine games. He led Raith's goal scoring every season between 1947 and 1951. His best season was 1948–49, when he scored 58 goals in 47 matches and helped Raith win the Second Division championship and reach the Scottish League Cup Final.
Willie Penman died of cancer on 31 January 2005, at the age of 82.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Penman?
Scottish footballer (1922-2005)
When was Willie Penman born?
Willie Penman was born in 1922 in Kelty.
When did Willie Penman die?
Willie Penman died on 31 January 2005.
What was Willie Penman's occupation?
Willie Penman was an association football player.
What nationality was Willie Penman?
Willie Penman was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Willie Penman (footballer, born 1922)
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