Overview
Govan based, Wattie was signed from Benburb in 1921. He was a strong and determined left half who never gave up the cause. Appeared in two Lanarkshire Cup Finals while at Hamilton, in 1921 and 1924, being on the winning side on the second occasion. Said to be part of the best half back line the club produced with John Steel and Ellis Hall. Gave yeoman service to Accies. Wattie was used mainly at left half but could play anywhere in the defence and when he was freed by the club in January 1929, he had nearly 300 first team appearances to his credit. In the 1930’s he returned to Benburb to assist them in matters off the field.
Glasgow born, he topped the scales at 11sts 7lbs and stood 5’8”.
Debut on 8th January 1921 away to Third Lanark in a 1-1 draw.
Scottish League 248 Appearances 8 Goals
Scottish Cup 29 Appearances
Lanarkshire Cup 12 Appearances 1 Goal
Accies Career
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Full Name
Walter Thomson
1921-29
Nickname
Wattie
Position
Left half
Born
Died
Signed by
Alex Raisbeck
Debut
8 January 1921
Last Game
Honours
1921: Lanarkshire Cup
Clubs Played For
Benburb
Hamilton Academical