Comment from the Club Secretary

Ian was a dogged midfielder, who loved to tackle, he was a real good man-to-man marker who could really wind up his opponent. Although not the greatest passer of the ball in the world, he loved to take penalties. Ian could always be relied upon to give 110%. The biggest compliment I can give Ian is that he always played with a smile on his face, he was an infectious character who is sorely missed at the club.

Tredegar Arms Career Stats:
Apps: 157
Goals: 13

We sat down with Ian and asked him the following Questions

What have you been doing since you retired from the TA Team?

I work on the roads, for a traffic management company, we work all over the country, I try to get back home from time to time to have a pint in the TA with the lads.

Where are you living?

Norf-hampton

What is your Favourite Food?

Kebab

What is your Favourite Drink?

Cider

Who is your favourite TA Player?

Craig Parsons, he was different class when we were Patrolling the Middle for the TA. As for an out-and-out headcase you'd have to go for Gary Gough, he was completely Nuts, hated conceding goals

What is your Ambition?

To be the Next Cock Watcher - After hearing of the recent vacancy

What was your best TA Moment?

It has to be winning the Rhymney Valley Cup against Fochriw it was our first Final, we were up against a good side, but on the day the boys did great, and what a party after the game. In fairness we always got on well with the Foch boys and a few of

What is your worst TA Moment?

Getting robbed against the Panteg in the final the following year, the game was a complete set up. We should have had a penalty to level the game with about 8 mins to go, I was one of the closest to Dafydd when he got clattered. I went on to the ref who said he had another game and there was no chance of extra time

Who is the Best Player you have Played With?

It would have to be a toss up between Lee Duggan and Shorne Jones, Duggan had everything, Shorne just never put a foot wrong, both could play anywhere and did, except I don't think Shorne played in Goals, Duggan did though. 2 outstanding players

What do you miss most about the Club?

Absolutely Everything, from the changing room to the Pitch, the craic after the game (which was fantastic). I had some great times at the club, never ever repeated anywhere else. I still miss the boys.......

Who is your Sporting Hero?

Kenny Dalglish

Which Football Team do you Support?

Liverpool FC - Pride of Merseyside