TIM WINSTONE REVEALED
Former JP stalwart, the centre-half broke into the 3s in his fourth year
and never looked back. Probably one of the most excited football
supporters around, I just remember him pulling out that Sol Campbell
celebration when Becks scored in World Cup 2002 against Argentina only to
be told over the speakers to get off the stage! LSAFC Online caught up
with Winny to see what he's up to and how he remembers his time with us...

Can you tell me about your time at Loughborough, highlights and
lowlights... what squads you were in etc?
Played in 5s during my placement year, with Andy Dennis, we had a pony
side but it was a good crack. Came back for pre season for my 4th year,
got in the 3s and never looked back. Only player to play every minute of
BUSA during the years. We got booted in the quarters by some East Anglian
side. We never got started on the day to be fair.
Can you shed any light on your footy career outside of Loughborough?
Played for various clubs, Shepshed Dynamo during 1st - 2nd year of Uni,
Ardly United in Hellenic before and during Uni breaks, Kirtlington FC -
Like to think of myself as a journeyman!
What are you currently up to?
Working as a recruitment consultant head hunting senior managers for jobs.
It isn't bad, pays the bills. Looking to get into grad schemes next year
after crimbo sessions!
What is the highest achievement in your career so far?
Played for district and league rep sides in the past (16/17s), made
captain of both sides.
And which is your most memorable game for Loughborough?
Has to be playing for the 3s against some pub Cambridge team, we
arrived about 10 minutes before the start due to some pony directions,
then just boshed them about 7-0. They had some ginger dude in midfield who
looked like the predator!!!
Got battered on the way back, an overall great day!

Who was your best friend in LSAFC?
Alan the legend Mackel, fellow old boy as well as myself!!!
Have you any funny tales that you can tell us?
In the 2nd year pulling my hammy whilst entertaining a classy lady
round the corner from echoes. Had to get a taxi home and out for 3 weeks -
great shout!
Which team do you support?
The mighty Spurs
Who is your childhood hero and why?
Gazza and Glenn Hoddle - both spurs legends!
How do you think England will fair in the world cup this summer? Who is
your tip to win it?
Of course! Shall I bring out the classic England players comment "If I
didn't think we had a chance, I wouldn't be here".
Lastly, what does the future hold for your football career?
Currently playing for Enstone sports and social in Div 1 of Oxford
Senior League. It isn't bad to be fair, we're pulling in a massive 10
people a game ! What a gate!
Do you have a message for the lads at LSAFC?
Hope everyone's well, Woody u still with that chick???
A huge thanks to 'Winny' for this article.