David Rocastle is to blame for my addiction. Think of the time, emotion and money I would have saved if I hadn’t ever seen him play.
No one forgets the moment they walk up the Highbury stairs on their supporting debut. Within minutes though I was drawn to Rocky, the ball looked glued to his feet, as he floated past opponents playing with all the desire and energy any one of the fans that loved him would play with. I was hooked. And he was my favourite player - still is.
I was 9 years old when Rocky agreed to be interviewed for my school newspaper. I don’t think I had ever been as nervous as I was that day. As I walked in I was greeted with that large familiar smile “Your not from the Sun are you?” I don’t think he could have made me feel any more comfortable. Answering my questions, posing for photos…. to this day it is still the highlight of my career. He was a true gentleman. When Rocky retired, we renamed the Sunday team we played in “Rocastle Rovers” - it is still going strong today.
Legend is a word that seems to easily used these days. In rocky’s case, its an understatment.
Ben Winston, Producer, In The Hands Of The Gods
April 24th, 2008 at 4:52 am
OMG the film was really cool, on how 5 lads really wanted to see Diego Maradona. and they could only do it by making money from performing the freestyling football way. I think it is amazing. And Ben you may know me because i go to all the Wingate & Finchley F.C games with my friend. we stand near the subs and talk to you sometimes while the game is on. Please send e-mail back. Plus sorry if i wasnt at the last home match, but i wish i was there. Plus tell the team from me good luck against Dartford on 26th April 08. I wish i could come but its too far and its my birthday on that day. LOL. So Ben e-mail me back on vick_1535@yahoo.co.uk