Haggy : Fri Sep 16, 2011 6:44 pm
Now, Roy Haggerty was one of my favourite players. He certainly had his limitations but he gave his all for the red vee. His sidestep was a wonder to behold, even if it was telegraphed months in advance. There are many Roy stories and it seems Paul Loughlin has collected a few for his autobiography:
Small write-up here Any other favourites? I remember Andy Platt telling me that when Roy went to France with the international side his suitcase was full of Pot Noodles in case he didn't like the food. I also like the story of Roy trying out his Servicetill card for the first time. Roy: I've put my number in. What do I do now? Other player: You have to tell it how much you want. Roy (shouts at machine): I'll have fifty quid please! Probably apocryphal but still ... |
Now, Roy Haggerty was one of my favourite players. He certainly had his limitations but he gave his all for the red vee. His sidestep was a wonder to behold, even if it was telegraphed months in advance. There are many Roy stories and it seems Paul Loughlin has collected a few for his autobiography:
Small write-up here Any other favourites? I remember Andy Platt telling me that when Roy went to France with the international side his suitcase was full of Pot Noodles in case he didn't like the food. I also like the story of Roy trying out his Servicetill card for the first time. Roy: I've put my number in. What do I do now? Other player: You have to tell it how much you want. Roy (shouts at machine): I'll have fifty quid please! Probably apocryphal but still ... |
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