Tom Walters (association footballer)

Thomas Charles Walters (15 June 1909 – 27 January 1968) was a Welsh professional footballer.

He played as a centre forward in the Football League for Merthyr Town, Bolton Wanderers, Crystal Palace, Exeter City, Torquay United, Watford and Clapton Orient, as well as in the Southern League for Dartford.

Born in Trealaw, Glamorgan, Walters started his working life as a coal miner, as well as a footballer for Merthyr Town.

He moved to England shortly before his 21st birthday, joining Bolton Wanderers in May 1930, and later spending time at Crystal Palace, Exeter City and Torquay United.

The Football League was suspended due to the Second World War, but Walters made 34 appearances in wartime matches, scoring 16 goals.