Background
Evans was born in Ton Pentre and signed for Crystal Palace, from local club Cwm Parc, in May 1955, but did not make his debut until April 1959, in an away 2–0 defeat to Coventry City.
Evans was born in Ton Pentre and signed for Crystal Palace, from local club Cwm Parc, in May 1955, but did not make his debut until April 1959, in an away 2–0 defeat to Coventry City.
He also played for Christchurch United and Nelson United in New Zealand. He was the father of Ceri Evans who also had a career in professional football player. However, by the 1962-1963 season, Evans was no longer a regular in the side and in 1963, emigrated to New Zealand, signing for Christchurch United (then known as Christchurch City prior to amalgamation with other local clubs).
He served Christchurch both as captain and player-coach, leading the club to the final of the Chatham Cup in 1967.
He later moved to Nelson United where he continued as player-coach. Whilst in New Zealand, Evans also worked part-time as a teacher.
After retiring as a player, Evans moved into the administrative side of the game. He served as secretary-general of the New Zealand Football Association, a position he held from 1981–1987.
He retired on health grounds and moved to Waiheke Island where he ran a shop.
In his later years his health declined further and his legs were amputated.