David Neil Trebble (born 16 February 1969) is a former English professional footballer who played as a Forward. Although most of his career was played in non-league football, he played 19 matches in the Football League for Preston North End.
He was regarded as a physical player with good heading ability. Trebble started adult life in the army, having six years in the Grenadier Guards. He was discovered by Scunthorpe United playing for Stevenage Borough. After one season at Glanford Park, Trebble moved to Preston North End on a free transfer. He made his debut in a goalless draw at Darlington.
In his one season at Preston, he scored four goals in 19 league appearances. 11 of his league appearances and 3 of his 4 goals came from the bench. With a couple of months left in the 1994-1995 season, Trebble left Preston and joined Scarborough.
He later became a manager Aylesbury United, following the departure of Danny Nicholls in December 2005. With Aylesbury facing a relegation battle, however Trebble was unsuccessful in keeping the side in the league. He was later appointed manager of United Counties League side AFC Kempston Rovers in June 2007.
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