Frank Drabble


Frank Drabble was a professional footballer who played for Bloxwich Wesley, Southport YMCA, Tottenham Hotspur, Nottingham Forest, Burnley, Bradford Park Avenue, Southport Central, Bolton Wanderers and Queens Park Rangers.

Playing career

Drabble had spells with youth clubs Bloxwich Wesleyans and Southport YMCA before joining Tottenham Hotspur in 1909. The goalkeeper played one match in his time at the club. He played a further eight matches at Nottingham Forest in 1910. Drabble played two matches for Burnley in 1910 before featuring in 32 matches at Bradford Park Avenue. He had further spells at Southport Central, Bolton Wanderers and finally Queens Park Rangers.

Personal life

After his retirement from football, Drabble worked as an estate agent.