title: Ernie Gault
text: # Ernie Gault
  
  William Ernest Gault (20 September 1889 — 1980) was an English professional footballer who played as a forward.
  
  ## Career
  
  Gault began his career with local amateur sides Wallsend Elm Villa and Jarrow Caledonians before joining Everton in 1909. He was sold to Stockport County in 1913 where he went on to make over 90 appearances before the outbreak of World War I. After appearing for his former side Everton as a guest player, he rejoined the club on a permanent basis in 1917. He was a prolific goalscorer during wartime league competitions, scoring over 75 goals in two seasons.
  
  He remained with Everton for the 1919–20 season, following the return of the Football League before joining Cardiff City in 1920. He played in the club's first home Football League fixture, a 0–0 draw with Clapton Orient on 30 August 1920, but made only one further appearance for the club as he was unable to displace George West from the side. He returned to Stockport where he finished his professional career.
  
  