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Well Ring's progress at BHA was very similar to Geard's. I think both only played a singular game, but Ring went on and had a semblance of a career playing for a few clubs where Geard went on and strutted around the non league arena here in Sussex. I do agree that both and others might of had...

I suspect that Shepherd with his assistant Fogden was involved in recruiting Geard. Thats not a bad start if you subscribe to the view that he was a talented kid. I am still sure he didnt go through the normal pathway, including that embryonic youth system, I am sure he was playing for Lewes...

I agree to a point when talking about scouting and coaching, but I am sure Geard bypassed Shepherd and Fogden. Wasnt he lifted in from Lewes and probably became an apprentice or pro and into the arms of George Aitkren, Craggs, Ken ??? and even Mullery. I think if we are looking for blame for...

Rubbish, it is not a new phenomenon but it seems this is the policy at present. In the 80's the youth set up had an influx of Irish, Scots and anyone other than Sussex based players. Were they better, absolutely not, could hardly compete in the FA youth Cup, history shows that only a Wilkins...

Poor poor cliche there Edna ......... Of course it is a numbers game to a point and you may wish to add demagraphics if you wish. But opportunity remains key. I grew up at a time that Scotland and Cork were hotbeds of footballing talent, but it never was, it was a hotbed of opportunity for...