- Apr 5, 2014
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A vaguely recall some sort of incident that happened in a pre-season match in Ireland. I wonder if that is a reference.
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Sarah Watts - a real Albion hero RIP
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A vaguely recall some sort of incident that happened in a pre-season match in Ireland. I wonder if that is a reference.
The Andy Naylor Fan Club
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Thanks. Now you mention it, this does ring a bell. Will see if it's in any of my Albion books.
Yes - the match turned into a punch-up, and was abandoned. Someone whose name isn't Charlie may have been involved.
Lindfield by the Pond
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Je suis Charlie
Fascinating chat about what draws us all together. RIP Sarah.
The Large One
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We say our final goodbyes today.
Her funeral takes place in Ferring this afternoon.
Her funeral takes place in Ferring this afternoon.
Uncle C
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Monsieur Le Plonk
Lethargy in motion
Excuse my ignorance but I have genuinely never understood on a post what the connotations of
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mean? Is it an edit of some sort, an auto correct or just a dismissive observation by the poster?
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mean? Is it an edit of some sort, an auto correct or just a dismissive observation by the poster?
KZNSeagull
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I hope it goes well, if funerals can go well. I thought that both your tribute on the Roar show and the podcast special with Liz Costa were very fitting.
Uncle C
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I posted something, then thought better. There seemed to be no delete option and you cant leave an empty posting so ... fits the bill.
- Jul 7, 2003
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The FA paid tribute to her on their website & Twitter feed earlier.
You know you've made some sort of impact in life when the FA join in with the tributes
You know you've made some sort of impact in life when the FA join in with the tributes
Barry Izbak
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There was a predictably huge turnout in Ferring this afternoon. Extra seats brought in to the church but still several people had to stand.
There were scarves and shirts from other clubs on show but of course it was predominantly Blue and White everywhere include the pallbearers all wearing different Albion shirts from the last twenty years.
Quite a few faces you would recognise showed how well known and respected Sarah was. Mickey Adams, Terry Connor, Nathan Jones, Dean Cox, and of course the Falmer For All Team.
A brilliant tribute to a brilliant person from a congregation from Family, Friends, Football and her Faith.
There were scarves and shirts from other clubs on show but of course it was predominantly Blue and White everywhere include the pallbearers all wearing different Albion shirts from the last twenty years.
Quite a few faces you would recognise showed how well known and respected Sarah was. Mickey Adams, Terry Connor, Nathan Jones, Dean Cox, and of course the Falmer For All Team.
A brilliant tribute to a brilliant person from a congregation from Family, Friends, Football and her Faith.
Lincoln Imp
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- Feb 2, 2009
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Barry's right. Great turnout. Liz Costa and Tim Carder did a touching eulogy and the presence of two directors, Martin Perry and Ray Bloom, reflected so well on the club. Dick Knight was there too, as was previous health & safety guru Richard Hebbard who, as 'someone' pointed out, must have been shocked by the sheer number of people who Stood Throughout.
The occasion may have been desperately sad but it reminded me just why I love this club and everything it has represented for so long. Thanks Sarah.
The occasion may have been desperately sad but it reminded me just why I love this club and everything it has represented for so long. Thanks Sarah.
The FA paid tribute to her on their website & Twitter feed earlier.
You know you've made some sort of impact in life when the FA join in with the tributes
http://www.thefa.com/news/governance/equality/2015/jan/sarah-watts-fa-statement-230115
ROSM
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It was an honour to be there today. A life worth celebrating.
As another poster and I remarked afterwards, we don't think we would fill a church for our goodbyes. To have 5 people who've managed league football teams, a number of current and former professional players, 3 current and past club directors plus representatives of many other clubs plus an fa tribute.
That's not an everyday congregation. It's am extraordinary turnout for an extraordinary lady
As another poster and I remarked afterwards, we don't think we would fill a church for our goodbyes. To have 5 people who've managed league football teams, a number of current and former professional players, 3 current and past club directors plus representatives of many other clubs plus an fa tribute.
That's not an everyday congregation. It's am extraordinary turnout for an extraordinary lady
Not Andy Naylor
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I was choked that I couldn't be there, ironically because the Albion's pre-Arsenal press conference clashed (nobody's fault). But I'm glad Sarah got the send-off she so richly deserved.
I can only echo this.
KNC
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Thankyou, Barry, for a great description.