Billy Clayson

William James Clayson 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.