EMLEY AFC -Pen pictures

by GRAHAME ROWLEY, joint editor of THE ROBINS' REVIEW
and reproduced here with his kind permission

Ronnie Glavin: Had an illustrious professional career, winning the Scottish League Cup with Partick Thistle, against all the odds against Celtic in 1971-72, then Championships and the Scottish FA Cup with Celtic, before moving to Barnsley, and becoming a hero to the locals there. He also won an International Cap for Scotland. Finished his career with Stockport County after a spell in Portugal and also spent a time as Youth Team Coach at Oakwell. Now he has made a successful second career for himself, working for Nike. He started his managerial career with Frickley Athletic, before taking over at Emley in 1994. He has since then transformed the Club's fortunes, the undoubted highlight being the FA Cup run of 1997-98 which was only ended by Premiership side, West Ham.

Paul Cuss: New signing for this season after being released by Huddersfield Town at the end of last season.

Steve Nicholson (Right Back): Former Leeds United apprentice, signed by Billy Bremner. Unable to break into the side, left and became a fireman. Now one of the best full-backs in the league, and a fine penalty taker when needed. Captains the team after taking over from Ian Banks, he was signed from Farsley Celtic in Nov 1994.

Simon Jones (Left Back): Jonah has turned into a solid and dependable left back, after starting out on the wing. He also fancies himself as a 'keeper and once deputised for Chris Marples and kept a clean sheet for half an hour. Club's longest serving player – he was signed from local football. 

Paul David ( Central Defender): Signed from Bradley Rovers in 1992 and able to fill any position asked of him and look comfortable there. Regards Central Defence as his best position. Man of the match and goal scorer in the FA Cup match at West Ham.

Miles Thorpe ( Forward): Strong forward signed in the 1998 close season from Frickley Athletic.  His debut was delayed by surgery to cure a long standing injury but is now enjoying his best spell whilst at Emley. A firm favourite with his colleagues and the supporters.

Robert Tonks ( Midfield):Can play midfield, attack or defence. Showing great promise for the future and becoming a very important member of the first team. Has scored goals at vital times for the club.

Nicky Wood ( Defender): Nicky spent much of the 97-98 season on the bench, or filling in where needed in defence. He is now maturing into a fine reliable defender who is benefiting from regular first team football.

Simeon Bambrook: Re-signed from Garford Town during 1999/2000 season. Simeon will add firepower to the front line.

Charlie Bradshaw: Signed again last season after spending some time away at Droylsden. Charlie is an awkward player who causes defenders problems with his height advantage.

Darren Day: Signed last season from NCE outfit Ossett Albion. Danny scored 20 goals in his first season in the higher league.

Gary Hatto: Close season signing from Frickley Athletic. Gary is a seasoned campaigner who will add a wealth of experience to the side.

Jamie Robshaw: Signed from Denaby United in 1999. Jamie is an exciting prospect with ambitions to go higher in football. He is strong on the ball and will surprise a few defenders. He is a scorer of vital goals and leads the line well.

Andy Wilson: Signed in 1999 from Ossett Albion. He has had limited appearances in the first team but hopes are high that he will mature as he gains experience.