Vice President Chris Watson celebrates his 50th birthday today (Tuesday) and the club sends its greetings. ‘Watto’ came through the youth ranks, clocking up 602 senior matches and notching 264 goals in the process. Able to play almost anywhere, Chris began as a wide player with us when he was 15 but he enjoyed many years as an influential midfielder, going on to win a mass of trophies. Along with Paul Brenchley and George Magri, Chris rates amongst the most skilful of players to adorn the Green jersey – a pleasure to watch. Chris is pictured here in 2005 with goalkeeping legend John Kelly and Vice President Ian Holloway.
Mackett snubbed by League but Patron claims “It won’t be long before Glenn is lifting the trophies again. Ican’t wait!”
Good luck to Ryan Smith, Matt Hadlum and Craig Smith who are in the County League Rep squad that faces Sussex at Three Bridges on Tuesday evening. Amazingly manager Mark Edwards has phoned Craig to say that he has not included Green skipper Glenn Mackett in his final squad, prompting Saturday boss Dave Smith (left) to consider the club’s position on this: “Glenn has been outstanding this season and this makes no sense at all. Being the man he is though, he still wants the other boys to go and try and make a name for themselves. I am not happy with the treatment of Glenn and I don’t buy the line that they don’t have his phone number; but after consulting the club’s officers I will go and support the other three lads.” Patron Dave Homewood felt Macca would not be too deterred by this: “Glenn has seen it all before and his main love is Bromley Green. On a selfish note, I hope he will be at training on Tuesday and report fit and ready to lead us at the weekend in two crucial games against Sheerness and Highfield. I also really hope that Matt, Craig and Ryan enjoy their night and have decent run-outs.” On a general note he added ”We have a real spirit in the Club now and are getting there – not just on the field but off it as well. The balance of experience and youth is paving the way to future success and nothing or nobody is going to stop us. It’s hard work with so many of our former quality players elsewhere but this club has bounced back on numerous occasions from far worse than this during the last eighty years and it won’t be long now before Macca is lifting the trophies again. I can’t wait!”
Curry Night on Thursday - if you are a bit early, meet in The Swan at 6.30pm for a drink before we go to the Curry Leaf. A reminder: you must wear your Bromley Green tie to this function. There are still a few of you that need to buy one and Maxine will not allow you in without it…so there will be some at the ground at training on Tuesday night. Cash to DH up front please…there is strictly no ‘paying later’! All enquiries re Thursday to Maxine please (Contact Us has phone number).
Adam Jeffrey to return
Utility defender Adam Jeffrey, who featured in the Under 16s last season, is returning to the Green. Phil Wedge will hold talks with the player at training on Tuesday. Patron Dave Homewood said: “It will be great to see Adam back but he will need to be patient like our other youngsters. We are determined to reward those who have stayed with us by providing adult football and the sooner we can secure regular friendlies in preparation for a third team next season the better. I think Adam could surprise a few people if he has self belief and we look forward to seeing him again”.
Good to sEe Adam return – Adam was a massive asset in my squad last year.
When he is fit and foccused he will develop into a strong defender
Welcome back Adam
Thanks alot Craig mate =]