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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 11:13:28 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 11:17:35 GMT
Thought he could have still played at a better level than that.
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Post by jbstokie on Jul 18, 2013 11:19:53 GMT
Thought he could have still played at a better level than that. Agreed, didn't he do quite well at Barnsley last season despite playing as a wing-back? |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 11:22:03 GMT
Thought he could have still played at a better level than that. Agreed, didn't he do quite well at Barnsley last season despite playing as a wing-back? Yeah, would have thought there would have been some interest from the championship. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 11:31:42 GMT
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Post by Lakeland Potter on Jul 18, 2013 11:36:07 GMT
I suspect that Rory is one of those rare footballers who has put his family life before money. He could certainly have played a league higher but probably not without going to a club which was beyond daily commuting distance from home. A neighbour of mine, who is a Carlisle fan and knows some of their board members, knows that Carlisle were interested and is gutted that Rory has opted for a Midlands club.
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Post by AlbertTatlock on Jul 18, 2013 11:46:25 GMT
Rory Delap absolute Stoke Legend - good luck Rory hope to see you back at Stoke in the future. the part you played in getting to the premiership and keeping us here can never be understated. Gouranga.  |
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Post by Not_Nick_H on Jul 18, 2013 11:47:33 GMT
I suspect that Rory is one of those rare footballers who has put his family life before money. He could certainly have played a league higher but probably not without going to a club which was beyond daily commuting distance from home. A neighbour of mine, who is a Carlisle fan and knows some of their board members, knows that Carlisle were interested and is gutted that Rory has opted for a Midlands club. Wouldn't be surprised to see Carlisle want him when he's finished playing - for a coaching/ambassador role - but if he's settled in the midlands I'd hope Stoke would offer something similar. |
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Post by stone6 on Jul 18, 2013 11:48:40 GMT
One of the most iconic players of our last 5 years in the Premiership, a great player, servant and professional. He never gave anything less than 100% when pulling on a Stoke shirt and his local charity work is above commendable.
A Stoke City legend who i thank for all he did for us and wish him well with his move to the Brewers.
Stone6
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Post by droz on Jul 18, 2013 11:52:15 GMT
I suspect that Rory is one of those rare footballers who has put his family life before money. He could certainly have played a league higher but probably not without going to a club which was beyond daily commuting distance from home. A neighbour of mine, who is a Carlisle fan and knows some of their board members, knows that Carlisle were interested and is gutted that Rory has opted for a Midlands club. Wouldn't be surprised to see Carlisle want him when he's finished playing - for a coaching/ambassador role - but if he's settled in the midlands I'd hope Stoke would offer something similar. I would have him here as a coach in a flash - consummate professional. Good on Rory, good he's staying in the area and I look forward to still being able to see him play regularly. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 12:00:25 GMT
There was an article recently that said he'd had plenty of offers, including 2 Championship Clubs but he also had to consider relocating his family too
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Post by thestatusquo on Jul 18, 2013 12:06:52 GMT
+A top class footballer and had much much more about him than just the throw.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 12:08:15 GMT
A non-Stoke weekend on the ale in Burton watching Rory play for the Brewers would be cracking.
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Post by Olgrligm on Jul 18, 2013 12:14:40 GMT
He'll be the best player in that league, easily. It's so nice to see a player doing something motivated by family rather than money.
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Post by manchesterpotter on Jul 18, 2013 12:18:09 GMT
A non-Stoke weekend on the ale in Burton watching Rory play for the Brewers would be cracking. Indeed. Lots of nice pubs and a decent little ground with some nice terraces. |
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Post by nicethrow on Jul 18, 2013 12:22:23 GMT
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Post by nicethrow on Jul 18, 2013 12:22:42 GMT
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Post by foxysgloves on Jul 18, 2013 12:30:34 GMT
Good luck Rory.
And thanks again.
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Post by Gods on Jul 18, 2013 12:41:08 GMT
Love Rory, put us on the world stage  |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2013 12:44:54 GMT
All the very best Rory. Thank you.
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Post by jollypotter88 on Jul 18, 2013 13:44:31 GMT
Wow some great moments in those videos and lots more that were not in their but thank you rory for your fantastic commitment, it was a pleasure watching you play!
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Post by chr15 on Jul 18, 2013 13:46:11 GMT
A true Gent is Rory. All the very best to him.
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Post by generationex on Jul 18, 2013 16:07:15 GMT
I was in Indonesia in 2007 and the locals seemed all to support Liverpool. They asked who I supported and didn't even recognise the name.
When I went back in 2009 they asked the same question and when I replied they - to a man - all made a throwing action and said "aah Rorly Deelap".
He made our name famous again and I wish him all the luck in the world. He is the positive face of English football. A total pro and a good man to boot.
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Post by mrsdelap on Jul 18, 2013 17:41:56 GMT
A non-Stoke weekend on the ale in Burton watching Rory play for the Brewers would be cracking. Just what we were thinking  |
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Post by mailman44 on Jul 18, 2013 18:06:39 GMT
Great player but even better person. God bless Rory!
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Post by estrangedsonoffaye on Jul 18, 2013 18:36:06 GMT
Farewell Rory, absolutely massive contributor to our current standing.
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Post by RichieBarkerOut! on Jul 18, 2013 18:46:21 GMT
Rory was one of my recent favourites at Stoke, he had a great ability to read a game and break up play, if he had half a yard more pace and could pick a pass...
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Post by kevan45 on Jul 18, 2013 19:03:21 GMT
True gent.
Shame that he'll be remembered most for his throw, good on the ball, cool head.
BTW - if you can combine a Marston's brewery tour with a Burton Albion home game, you won't remember anything about the game :-)
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Post by Sergeant Muttley on Jul 18, 2013 21:11:59 GMT
Top top bloke and I for one will go and watch Burton a few times this season when we don't have a game.Some Burton fans at work this afternoon were over the moon with him signing for them and reckon he'll clear the the roof at the Pirelli with one of his throws.
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Post by swampySCFC on Jul 18, 2013 21:19:12 GMT
Stoke hero. he broke his leg that night and we wondered what it was all about. Big input to our club. Good luck mate
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