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12th April 2003

Old Sweats Day

Another excellent turnout of Carshalton Football Club former players (almost 60), who made their way back to the Field of (their) Dreams.  It was good to see so many older members were able to attend, and continue what is a unique function.  Loads of stories swapped, tales recounted, memories tested, recollections exaggerated and alcohol consumed.  Our thanks to Anne Backers and all the ladies who served another excellent meal, to Rod Woolvin and Dennis Philpott for their organisation and hard work, and to Adrian Turner for speaking on behalf of the Club.

There were a number of awards made on the day.  Adrian Turner was quite deservedly awarded The Carshalton Mug for his service this season as Chairman, and also for his many years on the Committee.  John Thoroughgood and Buzz Geddes were made Life Vice Presidents - John for his 20+ years of service in various Committee posts, and Buzz for adding a touch of glamour to the Committee over recent seasons.

There was an extra award made this season.  David Wombill, son of the late Jack and Katie Wombill, who both served the Club for many seasons in the 50s and 60s and continued to keep in contact with the Club right up until their recent passing, dedicated a special trophy for "The Unsung Hero" of the Club.  The trophy is a Quaiche - a Scottish drinking vessel, and it will be awarded each season by the previous recipient to a person considered to have given service to the Club beyond the call of duty.  The very worthy inaugural winner was Rod Woolvin, a man who has put so much into the smooth running of the Club for many seasons, as 1st XI coach, Bar Manager and sounding board for the more junior Committee members (like Dennis Philpott!).  A well deserved award and a hugely popular winner.

The Old Sweats enjoy their lunch

President John Thoroughgood presents Adrian Turner (right) with the Carshalton Mug

Dennis Philpott (centre) presents John Thoroughgood and Buzz Geddes with the updated list of Life Vice Presidents of the Club

David Wombill presents Rod Woolvin (right) with the "Unsung Hero" Quaiche

Dick (left) and Tom (centre) Stoker appreciate Tom's nomination by John Thoroughgood for the Worst Dressed Old Sweat Award