Billy Donkin Football player

William "Billy" Donkin (22 June 1900 – October quarter 1974) was an English professional footballer who played as a right-back. Born in Annfield Plain, he assisted several clubs in the north-east of England and also had a spell in the Football League with Lancashire outfit Nelson. After retiring from football in 1931, Donkin began to play cricket and was hired as a professional by several local clubs.

Personal facts

Birth dateJune 22, 1900
Birth place
Annfield Plain
Date of deathJanuary 01, 1974
Place of death
Gateshead
Height (meters)1.7907

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teams
Nelson F.C.
Craghead United F.C.
North Shields F.C.
West Stanley F.C.
Spennymoor United F.C.
Annfield Plain F.C.
Chester-le-Street F.C.

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