Category Archives: Obituary

Bill McLaren Dies

Posted on January 19, 2010 by twsi

One of the great TV commentators. For anyone growing up in the 70s a chance to remember one of the greats of our childhood. I always get stuck on his calling of the name Tomes for some reason. The Best.

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The 20 Minutes I Knew Jamie Kyne

Posted on September 6, 2009 by twsi

There were four of us who had made the trek across London to Great Leighs racecourse at the old Essex Showgrounds. The middle of nowhere as I felt after giving the taxi driver a 20 and more to get from … Continue reading →

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Vincent O’Brien The Greatest

Posted on June 2, 2009 by twsi

In these devalued times the death of Vincent O’Brien is a reminder of what a true great and greatness is. It is easy to forget in the world where someone can throw out junk like “Aston Villa legend Tony Morley” … Continue reading →

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