In his next game he doubled his tally for the season as he scored a club record seven goals in a match against Northampton Town at The Dell on 28 December 1901. His first goal came almost straight from the kick-off and within five minutes he had completed his hat trick. By half time Saints were 7–0 up, with Brown contributing four.
He then broke his previous season's record by scoring seven goals in a single match against Northampton Town at The Dell on December 28, 1901. His first goal was scored right away, and he quickly followed up to complete his hat trick within five minutes. By halftime, Saints had taken an impressive 7–0 lead, with Brown adding four more.