Billy Smith (footballer, born 1900)

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Billy Smith
Personal information
Date of birth 19 November 1900
Place of birth Sheffield, England
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) [1]
Position(s) Striker
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
Hartlepool United
1920–1922 Huddersfield Town 3 (0)
Rochdale
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

William E. Smith (born 19 November 1900) was an English professional footballer who played for Hartlepool United, Huddersfield Town and Rochdale. He was born in Sheffield.

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References

  1. Woolwinder (22 August 1921). "First Division prospects. Huddersfield Town". Athletic News. Manchester. p. 5.