Paul Hampshire (20 September 1981 – 13 March 2022) was a Scottish professional footballer.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 20 September 1981 | ||
| Place of birth | Edinburgh, Scotland | ||
| Date of death | 13 March 2022 (aged 40) | ||
| Place of death | near Dunbar, Scotland | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1999–2003 | Raith Rovers | 51 | (0) |
| 2003–2005 | Berwick Rangers | 54 | (4) |
| 2005–2007 | East Fife | 47 | (5) |
| 2008–2009 | Dunbar United | ||
| 2009–? | Newquay | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Career edit
Hampshire started his career with Raith Rovers before signing for Berwick Rangers. He then moved to East Fife in 2005 before finding his way to junior football with Dunbar. Hampshire then moved to Cornwall, signing for Newquay.[1]
Personal life edit
Hampshire was killed after being hit by a motorist on the A1 near Dunbar on 13 March 2022, at the age of 40.[2][3] His older brother Steven also played professional football.[2]
References edit
- ^ Bunt, Phil (21 October 2009). "Deplorable: St Austell player confronts Newquay fan at local game". Newquay Voice. Retrieved 27 August 2010.
- ^ a b Mainland, Patrick (15 March 2022). "Former Scottish footballer dies after being hit by car". STV Sport. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
- ^ "Former Raith Rovers player who died after being hit by car named". BBC News. 15 March 2022. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
External links edit
- Paul Hampshire at Soccerbase
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