Career
He was the brother of South Melbourne captain Dave Adamson. Educated at Albert Park State School, Adamson played for Pier Imperials before moving to play with South Melbourne in the Victorian Football Association from 1893-1896. A forward, he was described as being an excellent place kick.
Adamson was also a noted cricketer.
He was a wicketkeeper who played for South Melbourne. Adamson is buried at Melbourne General Cemetery.