Dave Morton

Dave Morton
Born (1953-09-24) 24 September 1953
Eccles, England
Nationality  England
Current club information
Career status Retired
Career history
1971–1974
1973–1977
1973
1978–1980
1981–1985
1985
1986-1987
Crewe Kings
Hackney Hawks
Reading Racers
Wolverhampton Wolves
Sheffield Tigers
Ellesmere Port
Newcastle 'Federation Specials'/Diamonds
Individual honours
1975 New Zealand Champion
Team honours
1972
1972
British League Div 2 Winner
British League Div 2 KO Cup Winner

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David James (Dave) Morton (born 24 September 1953 in Eccles, Lancashire, England) is a former international motorcycle speedway rider who started his career with the Crewe Kings. Represented England at test level. Brother Chris also rode.

Signed by the Hackney Hawks in 1973 from the Crewe Kings but missed almost the entire 1977 season with a broken leg. Requested a transfer in 1978 and was swapped for Finn Thomsen from Wolverhampton Wolves.

Won the New Zealand Championship in 1975.

Dave now works for a Baggage handling company (Swissport) at Manchester Airport as a mechanic.

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