Sutton United Supporters 3-7 Colts Managers
15/05/09
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For many a dream came true to play on the hallowed turf of Gander Green Lane in the Supporter’s v Colts Managers game. On a rain soaked and heavy pitch the supporters' team of finely tuned athletes struggled against their more accomplished opposition which included former U's centre-forward Robbie Seagroat and former U's manager and pro footballer Ian Hazel.
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The Supporters fought back from 2-0 down to go in at halftime a creditable 2-2, but soon after the restart, found themselves 3-2 down before tired limbs buckled and the much fitter Colts managers took control of the match. The supporters were 6-2 down before Mr Frake pointed to the spot to give the supporters a penalty which was expertly dispatched but by this time the match had long since gone and the Colts managers rounded off the scoring with a seventh just before fulltime.
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Left: Mark Frake appears to needs eyes in the back of his head and a new pencil while officiating.
Right: Special mention goes to 50-something Kevin Sutton, playing in only his second ever game.
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The match raised around £700 for the Colts section of the club.
This landmark event is fully captured by photographer Paul Loughlin:
Click here for Supporters Match Photo Galley
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