- Jul 7, 2003
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Statement due from Worthing United at 10:30am. Guessing this will be in relation to the two young chaps you're referring to
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Statement due from Worthing United at 10:30am. Guessing this will be in relation to the two young chaps you're referring to
mistahclarke
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- Jul 28, 2009
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Shock is a funny thing. When I was 17 I was in a very high speed car crash, sat in the back. After the car stopped rolling and everyone was found to be conscious, I ran away and denied ever being in the car. I don't think I could comprehend what had just happened to me. My best friend at the time constantly went on about how he could have been in the car but wasn't, talking about how close he came to death. Even to those that were in it. I found that quite bizarre to see him being comforted by our other friends. Shock does cause irrational behaviour.
I've always liked to think I'd not think twice and pull people out of burning cars and be a hero, but only being in that situation can you see how you react. From first hand experience I expect that it is highly likely that if I saw that fire-ball in my rear view mirror I may keep driving to distance myself mentally again. I obviously hope that wouldn't be the case, but I expect intentional disconnection is common. Yesterdays events were described "like a movie" by many, because it doesn't seem real.
Yesterday was literally on our door-step and it's natural to think "I could have easily been there" as so many have. Brighton is a small place and I'd be amazed if I had zero connection to the 7 confirmed dead. It's a tragedy, and left my household in shock as no doubt many others. We aren't waiting on news for anyone specific, and my thoughts are with those who are.
There is benefit for the police and indeed survivors to see the carnage. I would like to see the footage of my accident to confront it. It can be an important part of dealing with things to accept they even happened.
I have watched the video's, not through morbid fascination, but to help me comprehend it so if I was ever in a crash on the road I'd not drive away. I'm not sure if anyone else could understand that.
Anyway, my annoyance from the tragedy is not the people who film events and put it on-line. It could be driven by shock or a need to share their first hand experience with the world. It's the people who rip the content and put it up themselves, which has to be for financial gain through internet advertising surely? Why do people do that? It was already out there, and only realistically needs to be repeated through news channels.
I've always liked to think I'd not think twice and pull people out of burning cars and be a hero, but only being in that situation can you see how you react. From first hand experience I expect that it is highly likely that if I saw that fire-ball in my rear view mirror I may keep driving to distance myself mentally again. I obviously hope that wouldn't be the case, but I expect intentional disconnection is common. Yesterdays events were described "like a movie" by many, because it doesn't seem real.
Yesterday was literally on our door-step and it's natural to think "I could have easily been there" as so many have. Brighton is a small place and I'd be amazed if I had zero connection to the 7 confirmed dead. It's a tragedy, and left my household in shock as no doubt many others. We aren't waiting on news for anyone specific, and my thoughts are with those who are.
There is benefit for the police and indeed survivors to see the carnage. I would like to see the footage of my accident to confront it. It can be an important part of dealing with things to accept they even happened.
I have watched the video's, not through morbid fascination, but to help me comprehend it so if I was ever in a crash on the road I'd not drive away. I'm not sure if anyone else could understand that.
Anyway, my annoyance from the tragedy is not the people who film events and put it on-line. It could be driven by shock or a need to share their first hand experience with the world. It's the people who rip the content and put it up themselves, which has to be for financial gain through internet advertising surely? Why do people do that? It was already out there, and only realistically needs to be repeated through news channels.
Statement due from Worthing United at 10:30am. Guessing this will be in relation to the two young chaps you're referring to
Fairly common knowledge now. Two of their players were caught up as they headed to Lyons Way for yesterday's game.
Shut the **** up please.
melias shoes
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- Oct 14, 2010
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Same as.
- Jul 7, 2003
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Yes. I just wasn't absolutely certain that these are the same two chaps referred to by Giraffe.
Forgive me if I'm mixing my clubs up, but are Worthing United the side that Harty had a long connection with? As opposed to Worthing FC, I mean?
LamieRobertson
Not awoke
i've just filtered the poster seems the best way right now
Same here. Thinking of you Westdene.
No, Worthing play in the Ryman League where Hartys still involved. Worthing United are the County league club that play up behind B&Q on the A27
- Jul 7, 2003
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Thanks. Wasn't quite sure, I just remember he used to talk about Worthing football a lot back in his Gulls Eye days
Regardless. Distressing news for all involved, including those at WUFC. Sad times.
albion534
Well-known member
Knew the 2 kids who played for Worthing Utd as they played for my Sunday team AFC Shoreham also, can't believe it, so shocked
MalDINi is now banned.
Beach Hut
Brighton Bhuna Boy
Thankfully I will not need to read anything you post again, appalling judgement
Beach Hut
Brighton Bhuna Boy
Just seen it of Facebook and their game was called off in the light of events, shocking
Sheebo
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- Jul 13, 2003
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Prince Monolulu
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Sincere best wishes and prayers for all seeking family & friends.
Green Cross Code Man
Wunt be druv
I wish to echo that sentiment wholeheartedly.