1964
Charlton Professional Development
Bonds develops his senior defensive game with Charlton Athletic before later becoming a West Ham United stalwart.
Managerial and playing history
Billy Bonds
Explore 6 football history records associated with Billy Bonds, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1971
Billy Bonds First Hammer of the Year Award
Billy Bonds receives the club’s annual Hammer of the Year honour as his leadership and versatility make him invaluable to the team.
1974
Billy Bonds Becomes West Ham Captain
Billy Bonds assumes the West Ham United captaincy, beginning a lengthy period as an influential leader in the club’s defensive and midfield ranks.
1990
Billy Bonds Takes West Ham Managerial Job
Billy Bonds steps into the managerial role at West Ham United and starts rebuilding the team after its relegation to the Second Division.
1991
West Ham Promoted as Second Division Runners-Up
Billy Bonds guides West Ham United back into the First Division by finishing second in the 1990–91 Second Division campaign.
1993
West Ham Premier League Promotion
Billy Bonds oversees West Ham United’s promotion as runners-up in the 1992–93 First Division, securing a place in the Premier League.