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Westgarth Junior School football team were very disappointed to not win the Derek Butcher
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Westgarth Junior School football team were very disappointed to not win the Derek Butcher
Westgarth Junior School football team were very disappointed to not win the Derek Butcher Memorial Cup, which is in the memory of an old teacher at their school who fell to his death from Huntcliffe at Saltburn. Smiles are now back on their faces, they have been given special runners-up medals bought by their parents at a surprise presentation. Holding up the medals are D Halliwell (captain), A Stevenson, M Andrews, G Robinson, C Atterton, M Goundry, M Russell, L Goldsmith, J McBurney, D Bellamy, A Myers, J Dowle and M Stevenson. 22nd May 1981
Nigel Leonard
Teesside Archive
Mirrorpix
Saltburn
North Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21683550
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Boys Redcar And Cleveland Team Teams Teesside Runner Up Second Place
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In this nostalgic photo print, we see the Westgarth Junior School football team with beaming smiles on their faces. Although they were disappointed not to secure victory in the Derek Butcher Memorial Cup, their spirits have been lifted by a heartwarming surprise. The parents of these talented young athletes purchased special runners-up medals and organized a surprise presentation for them. The memory of an old teacher at their school, who tragically fell to his death from Huntcliffe at Saltburn, is honored through this prestigious cup. Despite falling short of clinching the coveted trophy, these resilient boys showcase true sportsmanship as they proudly display their hard-earned medals. Captained by D Halliwell, the team consists of A Stevenson, M Andrews, G Robinson, C Atterton, M Goundry, M Russell, L Goldsmith J McBurney D Bellamy A Myers J Dowle and M Stevenson - each one contributing their skills and dedication to the game. This snapshot captures a moment frozen in time during May 22nd in 1981. It encapsulates the essence of youth and camaraderie that thrived within this close-knit group. As we delve into this photograph from Memory Lane Prints curated by Nigel Leonard; it serves as a reminder that even in defeat there can be triumphs - like the unwavering support shown by loving parents who made sure these young athletes felt appreciated and celebrated for their efforts on the field.
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