Gary Speed's Lost Plaque On Its Way Home
July 29, 2021
Gary Speed - Galway Branch's 1993 Player of the Year
In 1993 Gary Speed (RIP) was presented with the Player of the Year Award by Galway Branch of Leeds United Supporters. This group is now the Galway Whites - run by the same people.
In June, this year, an absolute gentleman named Mark, from Wrexham, contacted us looking for information about the Galway Branch. He had in his possession the plaque that was presented to Gary Speed al those years ago.
It had been found in a hotel close to Chester. they were having a clear out and a mate of Mark's took it. Mark realised that the plaque was significant and contacted us looking for information about it. We told Mark the story and we are delighted to say that Mark is making arrangements for the plaque to be returned to us.
We can't thank Mark enough - firstly for looking after the plaque and secondly for returning it to us. He's an absolute gem of a person and we appreciate everything he has done so far.
Looking forward to the plaque arriving home.
The Leeds United Supporters’ Network is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Yorath, aged 75. Terry was a proud servant of Leeds United , a former Wales captain and manager, and a respected figure in football both on and off the pitch. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him. Terry emerged as a strong, natural leader in Don Revie’s great Leeds United side of the early 1970s. Although born in Cardiff, Wales, he signed as a schoolboy, and went on to play a key role in the 1973–74 First Division title-winning team and featured in the 1975 European Cup Final, becoming the first Welshman to play in that competition’s final. He later enjoyed distinguished spells with Coventry City and Tottenham Hotspur, captaining Coventry with pride, and represented Wales with great commitment, earning 59 caps. Beyond his playing days, Terry gave much to the game as a manager, most notably with Wales, where he led a talented side that came heartbreakingly close to qualifying for the 1994 World Cup. His life was marked by personal tragedy, including the loss of his son Daniel and his presence at the Bradford City fire, events that showed his courage and humanity away from football. Terry Yorath will be remembered by LUSN members, and Leeds United fans everywhere, as a fierce competitor, a leader, and a man who represented our club with honour. As with all our legends, he will never be forgotten.
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