Steve SALTER (1995-98):
The Original "sausage jockey" (another Gooner), was introduced to the Club by Gooner Gaz as a Striker.
His other nick names of Toothbrush, Chris Evans and Ginger Tosser have endeared him to the Club. He was once the B's
Top Scorer with only 7 goals. He did have good skill however but never really fullfilled his potential at the Club as
he kept disappearing. He was in the 1998 Cup Final losing team against Edmonton Rangers. Steve was great for getting theatre tickets for raffle prizes at the Club's function.
He was also great at getting whacked by his own colleagues at football matches.
Dave SELBY (1993 - ):
Sel-buy came to the Club with a few new signings brought about by the "great" Gordon Lloyd who was a
director at Makro - yeh thats what he would tell ya. Dave established himself as a goalscoring left
sided midfield player who never understood that his duty was to defend as well as support the attack.
He has been a regular player since signing picking up Top Scorers trophies on the way. Progressed to the
A Team in 1998 where he has played ever since. When he was the A's top scorer, he achieved the distinction
of being top scorer for both teams. Something only Jimmy Nottage and TD had done previously.
Put himself up to run the B Team as a player manager at the 2001 AGM - about time he took on some responsibility.
Mick SELLERS (1993 - 95 ):
Micky signed from UDT along with his brother Terry and was probably one of the fastest players the Club has had, unfortunately he never knew when to stop and pass/cross the ball.
His career as a Wanderer was cut short due to terrible migraine after playing. A thoroughly likable lad.
Terry SELLERS(1992 - 95):
Tel Boy, (sign from UDT) was a big left back/midfield player who was in the Cup winning side of 1992. Tel was famous for two things:
1. A picture of him was taken after the cup victory, while he was in the shower - full frontal. This photo appeared mysteriously on top
of the Christmas tree in the Beehive for ALL to see.
2. He kicked the ball over the fence at training. It was heading for his car but sailed over it. No sooner had he sighed
with relief, it rebounded off John Hagger's van and shattered his drivers side car window to everyones amusement.
Great lad and it was a shame when he had to leave the Club for domestic appeasement.
Brian SHELSHER (1980-86):
Robby Box or "Shellshock" as he was known, was another of the first players at the Club and had no talent. To listen to him, you would have thought he was great. Bry' was the first player to
sport a dreadful perm and was constantly mocked for it. He was the first manager of the newly formed B Team in 1986, beting TD by one vote in the poll. He rewarded the Club by resigning
after only 3 games and no wins. He did have the biggest calfs I have ever seen though. Having said that, he was very reliable and always turned up.
Paul SHRIMPTON (1996 - 97):
Joined the Club as a goalkeeper but played a couple of good games at right back. Paul never held down a regular place in goal especially as
he sometimes never turned up. It was later revealed that he was doing Car Boot Sales - could've phoned......
Theo SIMOU (1994 -96 ):
"Apeman" was a good right back and his enthusiasm for the game soon saw him player manager of the A's. However, his complete lack of tact soon put a few peoples backs up and he
moved on to have some success at Fanfold in Division 1. He was a nice lad but tended to look down on most, thus negating the inteligence that his nature boasted.
Danny SLIGHT (1997 - ):
One of the new breed of Wanderers players. Made his debut in the same game as Mark Wallace against
Haringey Athletic and has been the
B's top scorer ever since. Lazy, moany, slow and a Gooner to boot. Don't sound too good but when he wants to, he
can be an asset with his strength and determination. Despite this, he is reliable and always attends training. Always scores plenty of goals before Christmas and then he goes sleepy byes.
If he put his mind to it, he could beat Jimmy Nottage's B Team record of 21 goals - time will tell!
Frank SMITH(1995 -97 ):
"Smiffy" joined us from Bethune and seemed set to lead the A's for many seasons with his crooked nose that had been broken many times. Played at centre half and was tough in the tackle.
However, he was struck by the Player of the Year bug. After his mates voted him A Team player of the year, he turned his back on them and left to sign for Fanfold - typical Gooner.
Kevin SPRANGLE (1991-93):
"Gerbil" was his nickname and this fat northern bastard ambled along at right back. Gerbs - from Hull, like most northerners liked a pint and a laugh and knew nothing about football.
He was transfered to Travellers where he won some medals as a regular sub, so he didn't do too bad after all. (Wanker).
Dave STEVENSON (1999):
Piss taking dopey player that mucked the team about a lot. Turned out to be a good keeper, but thought he was a striker (nothing wrong with that).
Ran up a huge subs bill and was told to not bother.
Neil STOCKER (1995 - ):
Stock Cube, (signed from Molton United), was another Gooner brought to the Club by Gooner Gaz and after starting briefly in the B's, he soon progressed to the
A's where he has managed to hold a permanent position. Neil scores thunderbolts regularly in training,
but never does so in matches - just the occasional tap in. Reliable player except if Arsenal are playing on
a Sunday when he stewards the games - well someone has to do it.
Desmond STOCKDALE (1994):
I never actually saw this man play, but am assured that he was a useful player. I might be wrong, but he disappeared soon after learning
about the number of police at the Club then.
Mark STURDY (1989 -97 ):
Sturds was yet another one of Clive Bridgeman's recruits from the MET. Inspirational centre half and captain of the A Team through the League and Cup winning years.
Also liked to get forward for corners and scored 5 goals. Eventually left to play cricket, which in his later years with the Club he was not available early/late season
due to the cricket season overlapping. Professional Slug balancer, last seen in hospital in October 1997 with a broken arm after trying to jump over a wall to impress some tart.
Dave SWARTS (1998 - 2001):
To say Swartzy liked a drink was an understatement. This pony tail man from the valleys was a human sponge and was also known as "The Great Imbiber" - (look it up).
He joined the Club, answering an ad in the local paper and soon impressed us with his speed and tough play. Never needed to be asked to have a drink more than once and always
turned up for Club functions - alone! He was forced to leave the Club after work took him away from the area - back down the mines probably. A Lovely bloke.
