jimbo jones

I understand we did the same to Swindon with Bogle?

It has been a massive PR campaign by the club that has created the situation, they had bit of interest from a couple clubs months ago and have then set out to increase his worth by having him training with the 1st team and putting him in the squad.  The offer of a pro contract was to try to increase his value further. They have got exactly what they wanted which is to make some money out of him like they did with Delap. Not sure why you all seem to think that it is the lads with no loyalty to the club, at the end of the day Derby would sell anyone who will make them money.

This just sounds bitter

I don’t just want in, I want to be vice-president.

Dustin Melton has signed for another year, but due to the change in laws, due to brexit. We’ve had too sign the Zimbabwean fast bowler as an overseas player. 
 
Another rule change for this year is 2 overseas players allowed in all formats, so having him as one who will be available all year is a move I like.
He’s still rough around the edges, but his pace alone means there’s potential there. 

There is a waiting list, back off JJ. Age before beauty

I don’t just want in, I want to be vice-president.

I don’t just want in, I want to be vice-president.

Australian wicket keeper batsman, who originally signed for last season. Has signed to come and play in both one day competitions next years.

Great save from Marshall, to go with the one that kept them in it in extra time.

Great save from Marshall, to go with the one that kept them in it in extra time.

Great save from Marshall, to go with the one that kept them in it in extra time.

The official twitter account tweeted this morning, about Lampard & Mounts donations. So I imagine there’s something in the pipeline from the club.

What a fantastic gesture from @masonmount_10 to contribute to our fund to for Reg Harrison, a class act from a class player, a remembering the importance of grass roots football where everybody’s dream starts, not many make it but mason certainly has ! Thank you Mason, once a Ram
 

Coventry back in front, they’ve played well to be fair.

It really winds me up, you can guarantee whoever the whipping boys of the group are, will be the one Derbyshire don’t play.

Ah no, it’s a 14 game season, the 3 divisions play 4 more games for that season, which would mean in typical ECB fashion, each team won’t play 1 of the teams in their division, why do they always have to do that ?‍♂️
 
after the 4 games, the division 1 winner is crowned county champions, then the top 2 play at lords for the Bob Willis trophy.

At the moment it’s only been agreed for next season. The decision whether to stay with this, or revert back to 2 divisions will be made at a later date.
I like this idea, keeps the games meaningful, with seeding for the next seasons groups being something to play for, when/if they worked that out. It gives every club the chance to be crowned champions at the beginning of every season again, which is definitely a good thing. Especially for the smaller clubs like ourselves, should help against players feeling they need to go to division 1 clubs to get noticed for England too.
And the 5 day Lords final is something they should definitely keep.

PRESS RELEASE FOR RELEASE ON FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER
Rams Heritage Trust
Jamie Calladine - Trustee
Tel: 07930101414
Email: admin@ramsheritagetrust.org
REMEMBERING REG: BUST CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN FOR REG HARRISON
Rams Heritage Trust, in partnership with Field Lane Football Club, are delighted to announce the launch of a memorial campaign for Derby football legend, Reginald ‘Reg’ Harrison, with the full support of his family. Born on 22 May 1923 in Normanton, Reg is perhaps best known for his appearance in the victorious 1946 FA Cup Final where his beloved local team defeated Charlton Athletic 4-1 as they lifted the trophy for the first and only time. Reg played for Derby County from the age of 16 as an amateur and signed his professional papers in 1944 whilst serving in the Royal Engineers during the Second World War. He remained at the Rams until 1955 before moving onto Boston United and later Long Eaton United. After hanging up his boots, Reg remained in football for a few years as a manager before focusing his career on setting up centres for young people in Derby.
Harrison started in the Derby Leisure Services as a leader at Stockbrook community centre before moving to Chesapeake and later Field Lane. As well as his exploits for the city’s premier footballing side, Reg also dedicated much of his life to developing grass roots football in Derby and established football teams at each of the community centres where he worked. Many of those who fondly share memories of Reg today remember a humble and passionate man who gave assistance and support on and off the pitch while dedicating his life to improving local communities. His achievements were honoured by Derby City Council in 2019 when Reg was awarded the Freedom of the City of Derby. A great testament to his legacy is that all of those clubs established by Reg are still flourishing today.
To recognise the work of Reg and his importance to football in Derby, Rams Heritage Trust are launching a crowdfunding campaign for the people of Derby to recognise his life’s work. To achieve this goal, we have commissioned sculptor Andy Edwards to craft a one-and-a-fifth x life-sized bust of Reg Harrison which will sit proudly beside the entrance to Field Lane Football Club, one of the clubs founded by Reg in 1982 and close to the family home in Alvaston where Reg resided until his passing on 17 September 2020. Andy has worked on similar memorial projects in the past with his most famous works including the Steve Bloomer bust and Dave Mackay and Clough & Taylor statues at Pride Park Stadium. We are incredibly passionate about creating a lasting and visible memorial to Reg for generations of Derbeians to enjoy and are very confident that Andy will create a fitting tribute to a local legend. The bust will sit on a 5ft plinth provided by local construction entrepreneur and Rams fan Ian Hodgkinson. 
The fundraising target for the campaign is £8,000 which will cover the cost of the bust’s manufacture and installation. Fundraising will commence on Friday 16 October. Any funds raised over the target amount will be split between Field Lane FC, to fund development of the club, and to Rams Heritage Trust to commit to futurememorial projects. 
 
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/remembering-reg-harrison-bust-campaign?tk=d514612e3a06fcc52b4568e9f9a7aab02b9393c2
 
About Rams Heritage Trust
Rams Heritage Trust was conceived in late 2019 as a result of a series of collaborations during the Club, City, Community exhibition at Gallery 5 in Derby Guildhall. Created by Derby County supporters and memorabilia collectors, the Trust is dedicated to promoting Derby County heritage through exhibitions, events and projects and involving fans and local community groups throughout. 
About Field Lane Football Club
Field Lane Football Club is a non-profit making organisation, run by volunteers, for the benefit of children and young adults, who wish to pursue the sport of competitive football. The club was founded in 1982 by a group of local parents who recognised the need to organise sporting activities in their community.
For Press enquiries, please contact:
Jamie Calladine – Trustee
Tel: 07930101414
Email: jamie.calladine@ramsheritagetrust.org
Joe Johnson – Trustee
Tel: 07980384661
Email: admin@ramsheritagetrust.org
 
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/remembering-reg-harrison-bust-campaign?tk=d514612e3a06fcc52b4568e9f9a7aab02b9393c2

Championship player of the month
Personally I liked him think he got some grief here because of the price which is hardly his fault.
Heart on his sleeve kinda guy.
Particularly left nothing on the pitch in that Dirty Leeds game.

Indeed, form, and time on the pitch might find that blend and might look completely different to this. 

You’re too kind.

Yeah he looked decent first half, I got that bored of it second half, I wasn’t really watching, it was just on in the background.

You’re too kind.