Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
I did see your posting Betty much earlier but apart from one thing and another left responding till today as it seemed appropriate. It's a long time since I physically saw David but the first time we meet was back in the Adolphi, those when the days three o'clock Saturday afternoon was when all games kicked-off with the very rare exception, and that's where I mostly came across him. Of course there was also the MOALM. Thanks for reposting the report on that Betty. That was the first we meet if I remember rightly. First time for putting a face to quite a few other listers as well. Top night, top weekend, just a pity spoilt by the footy. David we will all miss you, we'll miss your most excellent match reports. There have been some excellent tributes and reminiscences from Gav through other (former) illustrious list names. Let me add mine and my condolences to his family, to Kate and the kids, and all who knew and cared for him. Sorry you're gone. I'm presuming it wasn't the virus on top of the other problems you had but may you rest in peace and wherever you are I hope you can still follow what's going on. Now let's have a great match and good victory for DRB this afternoon. guy On 25 Jun 2020 at 15:46, John Boocock wrote: Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David "DRB" Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves' progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it's typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW:
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
RIP DRB. Let’s get promotion for you! On Fri, 26 Jun 2020 at 13:12, seanscribe--- via Leedslist < leedslist@gn.apc.org> wrote: > This is very sad news. I can't remember exactly when I joined the list - > somewhere in the '95-'97 timeframe - but DRB was always one of the most > consistent posters. Condolences to his family. And yes, let's hope the team > can win promotion to provide some joy in this otherwise terribly dark > period. > Sean > > > -Original Message- > From: Richard Walker via Leedslist > To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org < > leedslist@gn.apc.org>; Nicholas Armit ; Richard Naef < > rich...@triumph-computers.co.uk> > Sent: Fri, Jun 26, 2020 2:52 am > Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan > > Likewise. RIP. Hopefully a win tomorrow for DRB. > On Thursday, 25 June 2020, 20:43:55 BST, Richard Naef < > rich...@triumph-computers.co.uk> wrote: > > I don't think I met him, but like the rest of you lot, consider him kind > of family > > Sent from my Mobile. > > > From: Nicholas Armit > Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:56:38 PM > To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org < > leedslist@gn.apc.org>; Richard Naef > Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan > > I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to > his family John. > > Nick > > On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef < > rich...@triumph-computers.co.uk> wrote: > > > Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on > my wishes if you speak to the family again. > > -Original Message- > From: Leedslist leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org>> On Behalf Of John Boocock > Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 > To: leedslist@gn.apc.org<mailto:leedslist@gn.apc.org> > Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan > > Dear All, > > Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members > and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. > Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives > held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. > > As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and > (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ > progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very > friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out > what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations > would be. > > DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he > was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the > sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. > > Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth > what else would he be? > > One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the > pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list > is about. > > DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been > in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very > small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a > memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, > that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. ( > https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) > > We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they > were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this > on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from > 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song > he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) > > RIP DRB. > > Betty > > From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk>" "D.R. BRENNAN" > 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 > To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk<mailto:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk> > Subj:LU: Interview > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the > past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your > policy for the Port Vale game? > > HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have > had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit > chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African > players are back from international duty, you will not use them? > > HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, > and players want to play, want to play
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
This is very sad news. I can't remember exactly when I joined the list - somewhere in the '95-'97 timeframe - but DRB was always one of the most consistent posters. Condolences to his family. And yes, let's hope the team can win promotion to provide some joy in this otherwise terribly dark period. Sean -Original Message- From: Richard Walker via Leedslist To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Nicholas Armit ; Richard Naef Sent: Fri, Jun 26, 2020 2:52 am Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan Likewise. RIP. Hopefully a win tomorrow for DRB. On Thursday, 25 June 2020, 20:43:55 BST, Richard Naef wrote: I don't think I met him, but like the rest of you lot, consider him kind of family Sent from my Mobile. From: Nicholas Armit Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:56:38 PM To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Richard Naef Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist mailto:leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org>> On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org<mailto:leedslist@gn.apc.org> Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk<mailto:hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk>" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk<mailto:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk> Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to u
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Similarly, I didn't know Dave personally, but always enjoyed his contributions to the list. Condolences to his family and friends, and his Leeds family too. RIP Dave Brendan From: Leedslist on behalf of Nicholas Armit via Leedslist Sent: Thursday 25 June 2020 18:56 To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Richard Naef Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy we
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Likewise. RIP. Hopefully a win tomorrow for DRB. On Thursday, 25 June 2020, 20:43:55 BST, Richard Naef wrote: I don't think I met him, but like the rest of you lot, consider him kind of family Sent from my Mobile. From: Nicholas Armit Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:56:38 PM To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Richard Naef Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist mailto:leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org>> On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org<mailto:leedslist@gn.apc.org> Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk<mailto:hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk>" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk<mailto:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk> Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buyin
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Very sad news indeed, a stalwart of our list, a great man whose enthusiasm and devotion will be greatly missed. Vale DRB - I will raise a glass in your honour in a couple of hours mate. Pete -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: Friday, 26 June 2020 12:47 AM To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night dr
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Very sad news indeed. I remember Dave from the Adelphi pre match meets back in the nineties and from some London pre match meets in the Barbican pub that Gav's Man city mate used to run. I think the last time I met him was at the Charlton riverside pub (anchor and hope?) a good few years later, I don't remember the year ( though it might have been promotion year) but I remember I enjoyed a couple of pints reminiscing about the old days. Thoughts are with his family and also with those of you who knew him a lot better than I did. Steve Sims -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of Richard Naef Sent: 25 June 2020 20:44 To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org; Nicholas Armit Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I don't think I met him, but like the rest of you lot, consider him kind of family Sent from my Mobile. From: Nicholas Armit Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:56:38 PM To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Richard Naef Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist mailto:leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org>> On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org<mailto:leedslist@gn.apc.org> Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk<mailto:hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk>" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk<mailto:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk> Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happ
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I don't think I met him, but like the rest of you lot, consider him kind of family Sent from my Mobile. From: Nicholas Armit Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:56:38 PM To: John Boocock ; leedslist@gn.apc.org ; Richard Naef Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist mailto:leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org>> On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org<mailto:leedslist@gn.apc.org> Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk<mailto:hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk>" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk<mailto:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk> Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour
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Sorry to hear this.My condolences. Get Outlook for iOS On Thu, Jun 25, 2020 at 7:57 PM +0100, "Nicholas Armit via Leedslist" wrote: I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think the
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I didn't know Dave, but obviously read him on the list. My condolences to his family John. Nick On Thursday, June 25, 2020, 01:04:49 PM EDT, Richard Naef wrote: Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it d
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Sad news… My condolences to all who knew DRB . Take heart and solace from the memory that, you and life were all the better for it. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Roy Blackwell via Leedslist Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 2:22 PM To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan Many condolences So Sorry to hear this On Thu, 25 Jun 2020, 18:46 Mark Smith, wrote: > Terrible News > I had some great times and curry with Dave through the 'ups and downs' > RIP > > -Original Message- > From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock > Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:47 AM > To: leedslist@gn.apc.org > Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan > > Dear All, > > Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members > and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. > Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives > held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. > > As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and > (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ > progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very > friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out > what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations > would be. > > DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he > was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the > sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. > > Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth > what else would he be? > > One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the > pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list > is about. > > DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been > in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very > small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a > memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, > that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. ( > https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) > > We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they > were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this > on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from > 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song > he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) > > RIP DRB. > > Betty > > From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" > 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 > To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk > Subj:LU: Interview > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the > past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your > policy for the Port Vale game? > > HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have > had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit > chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African > players are back from international duty, you will not use them? > > HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, > and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many > players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm > for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. > > Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have > been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many > youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of > defence. > > HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted > to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of > pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, > so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for > the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor > instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can > tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. > > Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future > at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? > > HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it > still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are > the same colour, and that was a major con
[LU] David DRB Brennan
Desperately sad news - Dave sat with Wiggy, Matt and I at the Oval Ashes Test in September and we spent an enjoyably alcohol-fuelled day watching England ease towards victory. I also remember his first visit to Lords a couple of years ago - as a Southern-based White (and Middlesex fan) I'm lucky enough to get to St Johns Wood regularly but it was great to see his enthusiasm as he walked around the ground, taking in the atmosphere.A massive loss to all who knew him. Al -- Date: Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:46:44 +0100 From: John Boocock To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tom
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Many condolences So Sorry to hear this On Thu, 25 Jun 2020, 18:46 Mark Smith, wrote: > Terrible News > I had some great times and curry with Dave through the 'ups and downs' > RIP > > -Original Message- > From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock > Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:47 AM > To: leedslist@gn.apc.org > Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan > > Dear All, > > Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members > and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. > Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives > held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. > > As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and > (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ > progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very > friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out > what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations > would be. > > DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he > was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the > sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. > > Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth > what else would he be? > > One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the > pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list > is about. > > DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been > in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very > small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a > memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, > that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. ( > https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) > > We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they > were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this > on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from > 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song > he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) > > RIP DRB. > > Betty > > From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" > 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 > To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk > Subj:LU: Interview > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the > past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your > policy for the Port Vale game? > > HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have > had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit > chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African > players are back from international duty, you will not use them? > > HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, > and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many > players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm > for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. > > Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have > been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many > youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of > defence. > > HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted > to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of > pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, > so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for > the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor > instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can > tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. > > Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future > at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? > > HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it > still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are > the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I > like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who > was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term > plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if > Brollywolly is happy, I'
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Terrible News I had some great times and curry with Dave through the 'ups and downs' RIP -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 7:47 AM To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big side, strong. We need a team who can cope with th
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I’m so sorry to hear about Dave Brennan. I remember those pre-meets, coming up from Kings Cross then a few pints in the pub bEfore catching the bus to ER. Sending love and condolences to his family. Julia Sent from my iPhone > On 25 Jun 2020, at 16:00, Graham Palmer wrote: > > So sorry to read this. Condolences to his family and friends. > > Graham > > Sent from my iPad > >> On 25 Jun 2020, at 15:47, John Boocock wrote: >> >> Dear All, >> >> Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members >> and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was >> DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James >> Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. >> >> As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and >> (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. >> He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with >> Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup >> matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. >> >> DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he >> was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the >> sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. >> >> Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth >> what else would he be? >> >> One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure >> to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. >> >> DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in >> touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very >> small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a >> memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, >> that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. >> (https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2Fdonate%2Fdata=02%7C01%7C%7C103da65bb9914789967708d819169d16%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435%7C1%7C0%7C637286932197577470sdata=CRlSH3BeDaJLDla15wJeZBvNjdvVivO5A%2BwvL2MF8A0%3Dreserved=0) >> >> We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they >> were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this >> on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from >> 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he >> wrote about Tomas Brolin!) >> >> RIP DRB. >> >> Betty >> >> From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" >> 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 >> To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk >> Subj:LU: Interview >> >> Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the >> past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your >> policy for the Port Vale game? >> >> HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have >> had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit >> chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. >> >> Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African >> players are back from international duty, you will not use them? >> >> HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and >> players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, >> who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for >> players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. >> >> Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have >> been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many >> youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of >> defence. >> >> HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to >> play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, >> but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who >> knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, >> for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a >> simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to >> pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. >> >> Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at >> Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? >> >> HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still >> has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the >> same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like >> continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was >> used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted
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Thanks for letting us know John, sad news of another loss. Please pass on my wishes if you speak to the family again. -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big side, strong.
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Sad sad news indeed. On Thu, 25 Jun 2020 at 17:16, john wrote: > Some nice words on Facebook in the List group too : > https://m.facebook.com/groups/608055302558697?view=permalink=3443118389052360BettySent > from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. > Original message From: ni...@sykesonline.com Date: > 25/06/2020 16:51 (GMT+00:00) To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: Re: [LU] > David DRB Brennan Ah, that's shit news. Deepest condolences to all. I'll > raise a glass to Dave, as I did with him in the Adelphi in another > era.Nigel(the Dublin one)-Original Message-From: Leedslist < > leedslist-boun...@gn.apc.org> On Behalf Of John BoocockSent: 25 June 2020 > 15:47To: leedsl...@gn.apc.orgSubject: [LU] David DRB BrennanDear > All,Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest > members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not > only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held > by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff.As a season > ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as > Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a > regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in > the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches > would be played and what the ticket allocations would be.DRB and his wife > Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi > regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head > shave at the first Euronet in 1996.Like others on the list he was a > Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be?One of the > friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he > will always be the example I would use of what the list is about.DRB leaves > behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to > send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small > family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial > service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that > donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. ( > https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/)We checked with the family before we > posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we > get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy > the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew > and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!)RIP > DRB.BettyFrom:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. > BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.ukSubj: > LU: InterviewInterviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some > games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what > will be your policy for the Port Vale game?HW: Well, all things considered, > and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing > session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will > suffice.Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your > African players are back from international duty, you will not use them?HW: > All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and > players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, > who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for > players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate.Interviewer: > It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better > playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, > was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence.HW: > Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to > play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of > pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, > so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for > the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor > instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can > tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football > team.Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's > future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current > situation?HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might > say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the > shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying > Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players fr
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Some nice words on Facebook in the List group too : https://m.facebook.com/groups/608055302558697?view=permalink=3443118389052360BettySent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Original message From: ni...@sykesonline.com Date: 25/06/2020 16:51 (GMT+00:00) To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan Ah, that's shit news. Deepest condolences to all. I'll raise a glass to Dave, as I did with him in the Adelphi in another era.Nigel(the Dublin one)-Original Message-From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John BoocockSent: 25 June 2020 15:47To: leedsl...@gn.apc.orgSubject: [LU] David DRB BrennanDear All,Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff.As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be.DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996.Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be?One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about.DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/)We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!)RIP DRB.BettyFrom: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.ukSubj: LU: InterviewInterviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game?HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice.Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them?HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate.Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence.HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team.Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation?HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy.Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Very sorry to hear that Michael -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 17:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big side, strong. We need a team who can cope with this. They will throw everything at us, I need a ten man defence, p
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Ah, that's shit news. Deepest condolences to all. I'll raise a glass to Dave, as I did with him in the Adelphi in another era. Nigel (the Dublin one) -Original Message- From: Leedslist On Behalf Of John Boocock Sent: 25 June 2020 15:47 To: leedslist@gn.apc.org Subject: [LU] David DRB Brennan Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj:LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big s
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That is terrible news.Raising a glass to you Dave. RIP MOT fella. Best wishes, Verner tHe LiTtLe YeLlOw DaFfOdIl @}-,-'-- On Thursday, 25 June 2020, 15:47:03 BST, John Boocock wrote: Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big side, strong. We need a team who can cope with this. They will throw everything at us, I need a ten man defence, probably leave
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
So sorry to read this. Condolences to his family and friends. Graham Sent from my iPad > On 25 Jun 2020, at 15:47, John Boocock wrote: > > Dear All, > > Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members > and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was > DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James > Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. > > As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and > (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He > was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with > Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup > matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. > > DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he > was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the > sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. > > Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth > what else would he be? > > One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure > to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. > > DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in > touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very > small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a > memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, > that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. > (https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mind.org.uk%2Fdonate%2Fdata=02%7C01%7C%7C103da65bb9914789967708d819169d16%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435%7C1%7C0%7C637286932197577470sdata=CRlSH3BeDaJLDla15wJeZBvNjdvVivO5A%2BwvL2MF8A0%3Dreserved=0) > > We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they > were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this > on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, > it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote > about Tomas Brolin!) > > RIP DRB. > > Betty > > From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" > 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 > To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk > Subj:LU: Interview > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the > past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your > policy for the Port Vale game? > > HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have > had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, > I think 11 players will suffice. > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African > players are back from international duty, you will not use them? > > HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and > players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, > who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players > who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. > > Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been > better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many > youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of > defence. > > HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to > play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, > but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who > knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, > for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a > simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to > pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. > > Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at > Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? > > HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still > has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same > colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like > continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was > used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term > plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if > Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. > > Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you > think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? > > HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour
Re: [LU] David DRB Brennan
Sad news. :-( On Thu, 25 Jun 2020 at 15:47, John Boocock wrote: > Dear All, > > Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest > members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. > Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the > archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. > > As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay > and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ > progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very > friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find > out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket > allocations would be. > > DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match > (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man > behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. > > Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from > Horsforth what else would he be? > > One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the > pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the > list is about. > > DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have > been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will > be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there > might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if > anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB > supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) > > We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and > they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will > pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the > list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the > bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) > > RIP DRB. > > Betty > > From:VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" > 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 > To:leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk > Subj:LU: Interview > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over > the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be > your policy for the Port Vale game? > > HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players > have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a > bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. > > Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African > players are back from international duty, you will not use them? > > HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, > and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many > players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so > warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. > > Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have > been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so > many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best > sort of defence. > > HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, > wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be > short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of > the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the > best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to > use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic > licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I > mean a football team. > > Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future > at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? > > HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it > still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts > are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying > Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying > a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well > with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow > trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. > > Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, > do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game > against Port Vale? > > HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their > shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult > to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted > motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big > side, strong. We need a team who can cope with this. They will throw > everything at us, I need a ten man defence, probably leave Wallace up >
[LU] David DRB Brennan
Dear All, Earlier this week we heard of the sad death of one of the earliest members and most loved characters from the list, David “DRB” Brennan. Not only was DRB a list regular in the 90s as a trawl through the archives held by James Lundon proved but he also wrote a lot of good stuff. As a season ticket-holder he used to go to reserve matches at The Shay and (as well as Maggie Barber) post regular reports of the reserves’ progress. He was a regular source of ticket information and became very friendly with Mandy in the ticket office especially when trying to find out what times cup matches would be played and what the ticket allocations would be. DRB and his wife Kate were part of a gang that regularly met pre-match (he was an Adolphi regular), he was at the MOALM and he was the man behind the sponsored head shave at the first Euronet in 1996. Like others on the list he was a Northern Soul boy, coming from Horsforth what else would he be? One of the friendliest, funniest and kindest blokes I have had the pleasure to meet he will always be the example I would use of what the list is about. DRB leaves behind, Kate and the two boys Sid and Bradley and we have been in touch to send our sympathy. No date has been set for what will be a very small family funeral but his brother-in-law suggests there might be a memorial service in the future. The family has asked, if anyone wishes to, that donations are made to MIND which is a charity DRB supported. (https://www.mind.org.uk/donate/) We checked with the family before we posted anything to the list and they were happy for us to do this. As we get more information, we will pass this on but in the meantime please enjoy the following post to the list from 1996, it’s typical of the DRB we knew and loved (that and the bloody song he wrote about Tomas Brolin!) RIP DRB. Betty From: VBORMC:"hss...@lucs-01.novell.leeds.ac.uk" "D.R. BRENNAN" 20-FEB-1996 11:22:41.54 To: leeds-uni...@vax.ox.ac.uk Subj: LU: Interview Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, as your team selection for some games over the past few months has been, shall we say, "innovative" what will be your policy for the Port Vale game? HW: Well, all things considered, and bearing in mind that our players have had a hectic autograph signing session recently, and it will be a bit chilly, I think 11 players will suffice. Interviewer: Mr Wilkinson, does this mean that even though your African players are back from international duty, you will not use them? HW: All things being equal, Tony, Phil and Lucas are definitely players, and players want to play, want to play, but there can only be so many players, who play, so they may play a part in playing but it's not so warm for players who normally play, normally play, in a warmer climate. Interviewer: It was suggested that in the Aston Villa game, you may have been better playing an attacking side, as the defence, containing so many youngsters, was unlikely to keep Villa out, offence being the best sort of defence. HW: Youngsters, youngsters. I was young once, and wanted to play, wanted to play. You've got to give them a goal, I mean go, they may be short of pace, but Rob Bowman has got the same name as the Producer of the X Files, so who knows what might happen, might happen. I picked the best side for the game, for the game. When I start telling you where to use a metaphor instead of a simile, and when to employ onomatopoeic licence, then you can tell me how to pick and quarter of pick and mix, I mean a football team. Interviewer: There has been much discussion about Tomas Brolin's future at Elland Road. Can you enlighten us as to the current situation? HW: Tomas has got a white shirt, some people might say, might say, it still has Parmalat on it, but I say Thistle Hotels. I know the shirts are the same colour, and that was a major consideration in buying Tommy. I like continuity, like buying players from Sheffield, so buying a player who was used to wearing the same colour shirt fitted in well with our long-term plans. Brolly is happy wearing white and yellow trimmed with blue and if Brollywolly is happy, I'm happy, I'm happy. Interviewer: But Mr Wilkinson, Tomas Brolin is a world class player, do you think there will be a place for him in tomorrow's cup game against Port Vale? HW: This could well be a bit of a clash, what with the colour of their shirts against the blue seats of Elland Road, I might find it difficult to follow their play, especially if I forget to take my yellow tinted motorway night driving glasses off, glasses off. Port Vale are a big side, strong. We need a team who can cope with this. They will throw everything at us, I need a ten man defence, probably leave Wallace up front as a target man - it's a pity that Forrester lad wanted to go - if BrillyBrolly is prepared to work hard at his autograph signing and boot polishing, he might find
