Question re: booze bans. Didn't we have one before,

Parkin I think, where the manager joined in? Or has my memory gone completely Coachman?

 

Last booze ban I can remember was Rev Preedy's c1887-88

 

Actually, in Preedy's time they played on a pub field and got changed

in the pub!

 

RE: Actually, in Preedy's time they played on a pub field and got changed

I think Thordarson had breath tests to ensure they weren't over indulging.</p>

Peter Begrie had a self imposed booze ban for the last couple of years ans he said it allowed him to extend his career. </p>

Whether you like him or not he's in good nick for his age.</p>

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Windass likes a beer and he keeps going. I think as long

as it's in moderation it doesn't do any harm.

 

So does Freddie Flintoff

and he's...........oh hang on a minute

 

RE: Windass likes a beer and he keeps going. I think as long

spot on Owen, there's a big difference between three or four pints away from the match day, or some wine with your meal and getting falling down drunk.</p>

People say that they are only doing what other lads do. True, but other lads don't earn their living as professional athletes.</p>

 

RE: So does Freddie Flintoff

there's never a pedelo around when you need one !!!

 

RE: Windass likes a beer and he keeps going. I think as long

Sorry BFCDave, which one is supposed to be the worse here?

there's a big difference between:
"three or four pints away from the match day," or
"some wine with your meal and getting falling down drunk."

 

You're not that old!

 

RE: Windass likes a beer and he keeps going. I think as long

I could have put that better couldn't I. I think you knew what i meant.(doh) </p>