CLARKE, Drew 1966-68

CLARKE, Drew 1966-68 - The Partick Thistle History ArchiveFullname: David Clarke
Born: ?
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Date Signed: c. June 1966
Signed From: Shettleston Juniors
Position: Forward

Bio: Young forward who arrived at Thistle from Shettleston in 1966. Drew managed only 2 first XI appearances in two seasons with Thistle both coming in in September 1966. He was released by Thistle in April 1968 and dropped down a division to Ayr United there in one season making a 10 appearances and a healty 6 goals. At the end of the season he found himself again released and returned to Shettleston with the evening times describing him as "is a full-speed ahead leader with a cracking shot" . In 1970 he moved to the Cheshire County League with Rhyl. He returned to Scotland after 18 months and signed for Clydebank where he made 3 appearances. On leaving the Bankies his whereabouts are unknown.

Key Dates:

  • c. June 1966 Signs for Partick Thistle from Shettleston Jnrs
  • 17th September 1966 Partick Thistle (& League) Debut v Clyde (H) 0-1, 1st Division
  • 24th September 1966 Partick Thistle Last Appearance v Hibernian (A) 0-7, 1st Division
  • 30th April 1969 Released by Partick Thistle
  • 31st October 1970 – Placed on the open to transfer list at Shettleston

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