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William Whitehurst, born Thurnscoe. Billy the Whale was one of those rare players, who became popular with the crowd despite, or possibly because of, being crap. Billy was possibly the hardest forward to have played for the club, what he lacked in talent he made up for in sheer brawn.
Goals in all competitions (incl. subs)
Goals in all competitions (incl. subs)
Scored 6 in total (6 for full appearances but none as a sub)
2 brace(s)
Highest number scored in one game is 2 .
12.24% Average goals per game (incl as a sub)
17.14% Average goals per game started
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2 brace(s)
Highest number scored in one game is 2 .
12.24% Average goals per game (incl as a sub)
17.14% Average goals per game started
For all goals in all games, click here
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Stoke City
Sheffield United
Sunderland
Reading
Newcastle United
Hull City
Mexborough Town
Bridlington Trinity
Retford Town
Competition data
| Competition | First | Final | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| FA Cup | 1987-01-10 | 1987-01-10 | 1 |
| Full Members Cup | 1987-01-20 | 1987-11-11 | 2 |
| League | 1986-10-18 | 1988-01-02 | 36 |
| League Cup | 1987-09-23 | 1987-11-18 | 3 |
| Overall | 1986-10-18 | 1988-01-02 | 42 |
Substitute competition data
| Competition | First | Final | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| FA Cup | 1988-01-30 | 1988-01-30 | 1 |
| League | 1986-11-22 | 1988-02-06 | 4 |
| League Cup | 1987-10-28 | 1988-01-20 | 2 |
| Overall | 1986-11-22 | 1988-02-06 | 7 |