Frank Parsons (English footballer)

Frank Ronald Parsons (born 29 October 1947) is an English-born, former professional footballer who represented Wales at under-23 level. He played as a goalkeeper in the Football League for Crystal Palace, Cardiff City and Reading, in addition to a brief spell at Fulham where he did not make an appearance. He also played non-league football for Staines Town, Woking, and Slough Town.

Playing career
Parsons was born in Amersham, Buckinghamshire and began his youth career at Crystal Palace, signing professional terms in July 1965. However, his appearances were limited as John Jackson was the regular first team 'keeper. His four League appearances came at the end of the 1966–7 season, making his debut in a home 2–1 win over Birmingham City on 22 April. In August 1970, Parsons moved on to Cardiff City, where he made 17 appearances over the next four years, before brief spells at Fulham and Reading. Parsons then moved into non-league football with Staines Town in 1975. In 1977, he moved to Woking and subsequently joined Slough Town in 1980 for a fee of £3,000. He remained as a player with Slough Town until November 1983 and in October that year scored the winning goal in a 3–2 win over Hampton F.C in the FA Cup third qualifying round.

Although English-born, Parsons represented Wales at under-23 level and also played for an Isthmian League representative XI.

Personal life
Parsons is married with two children and after retirement lived in the Eton area where he ran a newsagent's shop.