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.
Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsBrentford1922–23Third Division South296323281923–24Third Division South2683229101924–25Third Division South26000260Total8114648728Chesterfield1927–28Third Division North2211102311Torquay United1930–31Third Division South35144039141931–32Third Division South4014104114Total7528508028Career Total1785312419067
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