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[Football] David Stockdale
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Cowfold Seagull
Fan of the 17 bus
Well comparitively speaking l can see what the poster means, having just got himself back to the Championship he now goes and sings for a team in the National League.
Although still plenty good enough to play in the Football League, perhaps at 37 he is starting to look at life beyond playing football, and can presumably see a good opertunity for himself at the club where he started out.
Good luck to him anyway.
Didn’t he want a 2 year contract as his kid was about to start GCSEs and he didn’t want to have to move them halfway through (we were only offering a 1 year contract apparently).
B-right-on
Living the dream
This.
B-right-on
Living the dream
Yes. Gone from the heights of BHAFC to non league obscurity. I'm not referring to making a living out of football, but compared to Fabianski, who is older, Stockdale's career has fallen off a cliff into non league football. It's a long way down.
Nothing against the bloke, just a comment on my opinion which way his career has gone since leaving us.
worthingseagull123
Well-known member
- May 5, 2012
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See post #105 above - sums it up perfectly. Logical progression; late 30s, winding down, probably some element of a coaching/mentoring role. Nowt wrong with any of that.
Good lord.
He’s certainly looking “beyond his playing career” in that photo @Guinness Boy posted.
Machiavelli
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Check out his website for a more interesting reaction
From David Stockdale website:
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The man
You know the goalkeeper - now find out about the personality
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Driven. Big-hearted. Straight-talking. Fun.
David Stockdale is a brilliant goalkeeper but there is far more to him than just commanding presence and awesome shot-stopping. Born and bred in Yorkshire, he has natural northern charm and genuine warmth.
His emergence through the youth systems at Huddersfield and York City have kept him grounded throughout his career and always grateful for the more extravagant opportunities that have come his way.
David Stockdale checking his watch while sat on a leather sofa in front of a large window
He has several business interests outside of football but his intrinsically kind nature means he has always made time for charity and community projects.
Away from work, David is a family man at heart.
Married to childhood sweetheart Katie, they have three children together – Molly, Daisy and Billy.
David Stockdale smiling and looking to his side
David is a big sports lover, with a keen interest in F1, cricket and golf.
To relax, he enjoys nothing more than spending time with his family; a low-key fishing trip; or spending time driving his classic 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
As his football career continues to thrive, David is ready to throw himself into other business ventures.
Watch this space.
David Stockdale clapping his hands after a game
The athlete
20 years in football…and still going strong
David Stockdale on the pitch, holding his hand up in the air asking for the ball
A goalkeeper with vast experience, spanning all of England’s professional leagues. 20 years. 18 clubs. International call-ups. And he’s not finished yet.
Currently contracted to League 1 side Sheffield Wednesday, David has an insatiable love for football that will ensure he’s playing for many years to come.
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Career Clean sheets
David Stockdale saving a football
He has Premier League experience with Fulham, enjoyed promotion to the top flight with both Brighton and Hull, and played his part helping Wycombe defy the odds to go up from League One to the Championship in 2019-20.
Another career high was being picked for a number of England squads by Fabio Capello, alongside the likes of Wayne Rooney, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard.
430+
Professional games
20
Year career
18
Clubs played for
13
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This is a man who has tasted the very top of the game but was not too proud to go on loan to League Two Stevenage in the 2020/21 season to play regular first-team football.
He was subsequently recalled by Wycombe as the club fought to stay in the second tier.
David’s desire to play remains undiminished.
David Stockdale clapping his hands whilst in goal on the football pitch
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David Stockdale sat in a leather armchair wearing a blue suit holding a cigar
The businessman
Work doesn’t stop when he leaves the pitch
David Stockdale sitting on a leather sofa
Property
David set up MDB13 Properties Ltd in 2017 and runs it with wife Katie. The company has a portfolio of 30-40 properties/units with a value of between £4-5million.
The firm’s name references his children (Molly, Daisy, Billy) and his favourite shirt number (13).
David has day-to-day involvement with the firm and when he does eventually hang up his gloves, he is keen to throw himself into the business.
The plan is to expand the firm’s portfolio and also venture into property development. He vows to be as competitive in whatever area he works in as he is in football.
David Stockdale reading a newspaper whilst sat on a brown leather sofa
Football director
David also owns 51% of his local football club, Droitwich Spa. His backing has helped the club secure planning permission for a 4G pitch, which will bring the club ‘home’ after years of playing outside of Droitwich due to poor facilities.
The new pitch will also serve the community and act as a hub for grassroots sports teams. This was something the town had been requesting for more than 20 years – and David’s direct dealing with council officials was vital in pushing through the plans.
David Stockdale wearing a blue suit and playing chess
David has been running MDB13 Properties and involved as a Droitwich owner all while carrying out a hugely successful football career.
He has long been prepared for ‘life after football’ and feels passionately that young players should draw up plans for the time when they no longer play.
He would welcome the opportunity to talk to young footballers about this and offer advice based on his own business experience.
David Stockdale checking his watch while sat on a leather sofa in front of a large window
The philanthropist
This gentle giant wants to make a difference
David Stockdale leaning on a wooden barrier by a lake
David has been involved with a number of charities and causes close to his heart.
During his time at Brighton, he received a PFA Community Champion Award for his work with the families affected by the Shoreham Airshow tragedy, which claimed the lives of 11 people.
As well as visiting and supporting relatives left devastated by the disaster, he also contributed shirts and goalkeeping gloves to be auctioned off to help fundraising efforts.
David Stockdale smiling and leaning on a bench with old cricket bats mounted on the wall behind
He has also worked closely with the Geoff Horsfield Foundation, a charity set up by the former footballer to help homeless and vulnerable people in the Birmingham area.
David has organised a fundraising event to raise money for Cookhill Cricket Club. He was overwhelmed by the support he received from the club when enduring a difficult spell a few years ago, and son Billy is still involved with the youth set-up.
The club celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2021 and David organised an event to help in the effort to improve the clubhouse – partly as a thank you for what Cookhill did for him but also as a way to support another local sports team.
Menu
THE MAN
THE ATHLETE
THE BUSINESSMAN
THE PHILANTHROPIST
THE PUNDIT
THE AUDIENCE
@
CONTACT
David Stockdale looking at the camera while holding a pair of sunglasses on the tip of his nose
Scroll Down
David Stockdale sitting on some steps outside wearing a blazer
The man
You know the goalkeeper - now find out about the personality
A close up of David Stockdale laughing
Driven. Big-hearted. Straight-talking. Fun.
David Stockdale is a brilliant goalkeeper but there is far more to him than just commanding presence and awesome shot-stopping. Born and bred in Yorkshire, he has natural northern charm and genuine warmth.
His emergence through the youth systems at Huddersfield and York City have kept him grounded throughout his career and always grateful for the more extravagant opportunities that have come his way.
David Stockdale checking his watch while sat on a leather sofa in front of a large window
He has several business interests outside of football but his intrinsically kind nature means he has always made time for charity and community projects.
Away from work, David is a family man at heart.
Married to childhood sweetheart Katie, they have three children together – Molly, Daisy and Billy.
David Stockdale smiling and looking to his side
David is a big sports lover, with a keen interest in F1, cricket and golf.
To relax, he enjoys nothing more than spending time with his family; a low-key fishing trip; or spending time driving his classic 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
As his football career continues to thrive, David is ready to throw himself into other business ventures.
Watch this space.
David Stockdale clapping his hands after a game
The athlete
20 years in football…and still going strong
David Stockdale on the pitch, holding his hand up in the air asking for the ball
A goalkeeper with vast experience, spanning all of England’s professional leagues. 20 years. 18 clubs. International call-ups. And he’s not finished yet.
Currently contracted to League 1 side Sheffield Wednesday, David has an insatiable love for football that will ensure he’s playing for many years to come.
+150
Career Clean sheets
David Stockdale saving a football
He has Premier League experience with Fulham, enjoyed promotion to the top flight with both Brighton and Hull, and played his part helping Wycombe defy the odds to go up from League One to the Championship in 2019-20.
Another career high was being picked for a number of England squads by Fabio Capello, alongside the likes of Wayne Rooney, Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard.
430+
Professional games
20
Year career
18
Clubs played for
13
Lucky number
This is a man who has tasted the very top of the game but was not too proud to go on loan to League Two Stevenage in the 2020/21 season to play regular first-team football.
He was subsequently recalled by Wycombe as the club fought to stay in the second tier.
David’s desire to play remains undiminished.
David Stockdale clapping his hands whilst in goal on the football pitch
HIDE THIS VIDEO
David Stockdale sat in a leather armchair wearing a blue suit holding a cigar
The businessman
Work doesn’t stop when he leaves the pitch
David Stockdale sitting on a leather sofa
Property
David set up MDB13 Properties Ltd in 2017 and runs it with wife Katie. The company has a portfolio of 30-40 properties/units with a value of between £4-5million.
The firm’s name references his children (Molly, Daisy, Billy) and his favourite shirt number (13).
David has day-to-day involvement with the firm and when he does eventually hang up his gloves, he is keen to throw himself into the business.
The plan is to expand the firm’s portfolio and also venture into property development. He vows to be as competitive in whatever area he works in as he is in football.
David Stockdale reading a newspaper whilst sat on a brown leather sofa
Football director
David also owns 51% of his local football club, Droitwich Spa. His backing has helped the club secure planning permission for a 4G pitch, which will bring the club ‘home’ after years of playing outside of Droitwich due to poor facilities.
The new pitch will also serve the community and act as a hub for grassroots sports teams. This was something the town had been requesting for more than 20 years – and David’s direct dealing with council officials was vital in pushing through the plans.
David Stockdale wearing a blue suit and playing chess
David has been running MDB13 Properties and involved as a Droitwich owner all while carrying out a hugely successful football career.
He has long been prepared for ‘life after football’ and feels passionately that young players should draw up plans for the time when they no longer play.
He would welcome the opportunity to talk to young footballers about this and offer advice based on his own business experience.
David Stockdale checking his watch while sat on a leather sofa in front of a large window
The philanthropist
This gentle giant wants to make a difference
David Stockdale leaning on a wooden barrier by a lake
David has been involved with a number of charities and causes close to his heart.
During his time at Brighton, he received a PFA Community Champion Award for his work with the families affected by the Shoreham Airshow tragedy, which claimed the lives of 11 people.
As well as visiting and supporting relatives left devastated by the disaster, he also contributed shirts and goalkeeping gloves to be auctioned off to help fundraising efforts.
David Stockdale smiling and leaning on a bench with old cricket bats mounted on the wall behind
He has also worked closely with the Geoff Horsfield Foundation, a charity set up by the former footballer to help homeless and vulnerable people in the Birmingham area.
David has organised a fundraising event to raise money for Cookhill Cricket Club. He was overwhelmed by the support he received from the club when enduring a difficult spell a few years ago, and son Billy is still involved with the youth set-up.
The club celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2021 and David organised an event to help in the effort to improve the clubhouse – partly as a thank you for what Cookhill did for him but also as a way to support another local sports team.
I remember seeing this when it was launched, it’s peak David Brent.
“David Stockdale wearing a blue suit and playing chess”
Cowfold Seagull
Fan of the 17 bus
He seems to have made this decision more for the long term future of his family, rather than for his footballing career.
I applaud him for that in many ways.
albionalex
Well-known member
Bit of a weird comparison considering Fabianski has been a prem number 1 for a decade whereas Stockdale has always been a lower league journeyman.
Screaming J
He'll put a spell on you
I get the impression that what - to a lot of people - may have seemed like 'odd' football career decisions have been made by him because (and not necessarily in this order) :-
1) he wants long term security where possible (ie a longer contract)
2) he wants regular 1st team football, or the best chance of getting it without dropping too low down the pyramid; and
3) he wants to disrupt his family life as little as possible (see point 1 above).
So, good luck to him.
1) he wants long term security where possible (ie a longer contract)
2) he wants regular 1st team football, or the best chance of getting it without dropping too low down the pyramid; and
3) he wants to disrupt his family life as little as possible (see point 1 above).
So, good luck to him.
Mellor 3 Ward 4
Well-known member
Good Luck to him.
Still remember him fondly for that double penalty save (ironically v Wednesday) and for his actions post Shoreham.
Still remember him fondly for that double penalty save (ironically v Wednesday) and for his actions post Shoreham.
Seagull on the Hill
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- Jan 22, 2022
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Having a good game for York City against Wigan in the FA Cup.