[Albion] Jimmy Melia

Brownstuff · Nov 21, 2017

Didn't look a day older that when he led us out at Wembley
Never realized he was pretty young when he was our boss man
Shook the great man's hands last night shortly after his interview as he was walking up through the lower west stand
Looked as fit as a fiddle

Two Professors · Nov 21, 2017

He's 80 apparently,or so the Sky commentator said.Surprised you recognised him under that hat!

BensGrandad · Nov 21, 2017

When showing a pitch side interview on the big screen why can they not follow the example of the TV companies and superimpose the persons name on the big screen. TV companies do it even for news reporters so it cannot be that difficult to do I wouldnt think. Like Jimmy Melia or Andrew Croft it was obvious but there are many times that they interview what seems to be a member of the public who represent some body or charity and it would be good to know who they are or what they represent.

Harry Wilson's tackle · Nov 21, 2017

BensGrandad said:
When showing a pitch side interview on the big screen why can they not follow the example of the TV companies and superimpose the persons name on the big screen. TV companies do it even for news reporters so it cannot be that difficult to do I wouldnt think. Like Jimmy Melia or Andrew Croft it was obvious but there are many times that they interview what seems to be a member of the public who represent some body or charity and it would be good to know who they are or what they represent.

As I was reading that I was thinking 'I wonder who wrote that?'

Kidding - no I wasn't :facepalm:

BensGrandad · Nov 21, 2017

If they are interviewing somebody are you not interested in who he is or who or what charity he represents?

Seagulls over Essex · Nov 21, 2017

BensGrandad said:
If they are interviewing somebody are you not interested in who he is or who or what charity he represents?

That's all very well BG, but what if it's a she rather than a he?

BensGrandad · Nov 21, 2017

Seagulls over Essex said:
That's all very well BG, but what if it's a she rather than a he?

The same applies irrespective of colour , creed or sex. Many times I do not hear who it is being interviewed and ask those around me and most times they say I dont know.

Thunder Bolt · Nov 21, 2017

BensGrandad said:
The same applies irrespective of colour , creed or sex. Many times I do not hear who it is being interviewed and ask those around me and most times they say I dont know.

It's funny because at the start of the interview, they always announce who it is or what they represent.

Green Cross Code Man · Nov 21, 2017

Anyway, back on topic although I am sure the current BG distraction is a fascinating point. :shootself

I was delighted to see Jimmy Melia yesterday. Although we were relegated, that cup run was the most exciting point of my time watching the Albion including the Wardy years several years before. I absolutely LOVE Jimmy. Such an enthusiastic and genuine lover of the beautiful game.

BensGrandad · Nov 21, 2017

Thunder Bolt said:
It's funny because at the start of the interview, they always announce who it is or what they represent.

I know that but with people moving to get to the bars or toilets I invariably miss it getting up to let somebody pass and am sure that I am not the only one who is distracted.

Shorehamkid · Nov 21, 2017

Two Professors said:
He's 80 apparently,or so the Sky commentator said.Surprised you recognised him under that hat!

Flicked through the game when I got home... did anyone else notice said Sky commentator, the usually very knowledgeable Alan Parry, said Melia led the Albion to the FA Cup Final in the 70's? Either I need to get out more or he needs to get a very simple fact correct. Bit of both I'd say.

Lincoln Imp · Nov 21, 2017

BensGrandad said:
If they are interviewing somebody are you not interested in who he is or who or what charity he represents?

Best to ignore them this time BG: you're absolutely right.

Dorset Seagull · Nov 21, 2017

Shorehamkid said:
Flicked through the game when I got home... did anyone else notice said Sky commentator, the usually very knowledgeable Alan Parry, said Melia led the Albion to the FA Cup Final in the 70's? Either I need to get out more or he needs to get a very simple fact correct. Bit of both I'd say.

He did correct himself though

Herr Tubthumper · Nov 21, 2017

BensGrandad said:
The same applies irrespective of colour , creed or sex. .

So you are now asking for their skin colour and religion as well as their name to be emblazoned across the screen?

Hyperion · Nov 21, 2017

The level of finding something to gripe about is astonishing

The Large One · Nov 22, 2017

Herr Tubthumper said:
So you are now asking for their skin colour and religion as well as their name to be emblazoned across the screen?

Name: Jimmy Melia
Skin colour: Medium rare
Religion: Scouser

Works for me.

Official Old Man · Nov 22, 2017

I'm with BG on this. East Upper and half the time we cant hear what is being said anyway. Someone being interviewed either pre match or at half time always has to compete with the chatter of fans. Many times I've joined an interview after hearing a sentence and asked who it was.
Opposite with Jimmy. Recognised his voice straight away. Should have been a half time chat when more are able to listen.

Jam The Man · Nov 22, 2017

I hadn't seen the use of the word 'creed' much in my circles of late.
It's a 'well rad' use on this thread. Ace.

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