Before, during & after Southend
Tall striker Sam Dalby arrived from Watford in July 2021 and settled quickly into Southend's first National League season. His link-up play and ten goals in 47 competitive appearances gave supporters some encouragement during a difficult period.
Wrexham signed him in August 2022, where he became part of the squad that won promotion back to the Football League. He later enjoyed a successful loan at Dundee United and joined Bolton Wanderers.

