[Albion] Barry Lloyd - RIP

[BrightonCottager]

RIP from Fulham as well. He was big for us as well.

 

[CHAPPERS]

Would have been a travesty not to take the Chewits kit to Wembley. Like many on here he was in charge during my early formative years and I remember some animosity toward him even though we seemed to be doing quite well. Quite confusing for a young fan. RIP.

 

[Brownstuff]

Was really disappointed when he was named boss as wanted a big name. Barry Barry give us a wave, he rarely did as had his hands under a blanket in the dugout. I wanted a manager bellowing from the touch line and used to think he didn’t give a toss but he did care and loved all the players under him including the donkeys. Was a part time boo boy as was most of the North Stand but he won me round and overall he did a good job in the end. He knew a good player and was very restricted in who he could buy. Very sad to hear he had passed away as he was boss in my teenage years and they are the best of times even under a rocky road.

 

[Glawstergull]

I was lucky to meet him and watch that team. Rest in Peace Sir. Thank you.

 

[Cheeky Monkey]

^^ the image of him sat in the dugout in his suit, bent forward watching the action, tie hanging down, fag possibly in hand.

 

[Lenny Rider]

My ‘nemesis’ who ended up my friend


As soon as I know the funeral arrangements, donations etc I will post on here.

As supporters we never truly learn everything that goes on but I can assure you without people like Barry Lloyd we simply wouldn’t have the club we support today. ️

 

[herecomesaregular]

Sad news. I was a lucky 15 yo to have the 87/88 season as my first. I could probably still name most of that team off the top of my head now. He and his staff certainly had the knack of getting in the right blend of players because he created a couple of excellent teams for us. Thus he will never be forgotten by me and he goes down as an Albion legend in my eyes. Rip Barry Lloyd.

 

[ManOfSussex]

The manager of Albion for my first game at the Goldstone in 1987. RIP.

 

[Pevenseagull]

Holy moly

I loved the Lloyd years.

as a teenager it was character forming.

cheers Barry x

 

[Harry Wilson's tackle]

And don't forget that amazing end to the 1987/88 season with seven wins and a draw in the last eight games getting us from 6th to automatic promotion.

I was at the promotion game. A rare outing for me then. Strange times. Followed by 'now what?' Quite a lot. as it happens.

RIP

 

[dejavuatbtn]

My ‘nemesis’ who ended up my friend


As soon as I know the funeral arrangements, donations etc I will post on here.

As supporters we never truly learn everything that goes on but I can assure you without people like Barry Lloyd we simply wouldn’t have the club we support today. ️

And the poor man’s reward was to work with Bellotti. Nice bloke and did us proud - almost made the proverbial silk purse.

 

[Justice]

One of my best times as an Albion fan was following us under Barry, went to all home and aways with mates and had a ball of a time.
Will never forget that away play off win at Millwall scary and great all at the same time.

 

[bobbab5]

RIP BArry

BHA 2- Brizzle Rovers 1.

A very good day out for a 16 year old.

My second only Albion match, next went to the Millwall play off semi at home, and the rest is history. RIP Barry

 

[vegster]

He certainly didn't do a bad job at Worthing FC pre Brighton either. His team played some amazing attacking football, I saw many a good match down at Woodside Road... RIP Barry.

 

[ROSM]

And the poor man’s reward was to work with Bellotti. Nice bloke and did us proud - almost made the proverbial silk purse.

He sussed out archer and bellotti quicker than most did. Sacking Lloyd and getting in Brady helped hide a multitude of sins and keep the vocal fans from their door just long enough

 

[TugWilson]

Would have loved to see what he could of achieved with us , had he had the tools . Given what he did have at his disposal he worked some minor miracles .

R.I.P.

 

[Leekbrookgull]

It's all been said before, but did an incredible job in troubled times. R-i-P Barry.

 

[METALMICKY]

My second only Albion match, next went to the Millwall play off semi at home, and the rest is history. RIP Barry

"It's a Sunday afternoon stroll!"

 

[The Friendly Authority]

Quite suprised nothing was mentioned about it before KO in the ground. You would of thought with the connection between both clubs there may have been a minute silence or applause.

 

[Varndean VI Form College]

Barry Lloyd’s been in the army, la, la, la! Thank you Barry for everything you did for the Albion and for all the fantastic memories. Respect due.