History Website

[chris]

A basic version of a Widnes RLFC History website can be found at:-

http://rugby.widnes.tv/

[PeteH]

Thanks Chris......but this was put on here by the request of Steve Fox so he can gather
further information for his project.

[eddietheviking]

very good that site mate, very imformative

[chris]

Thanks Chris......but this was put on here by the request of Steve Fox so he can gather
further information for his project.

Sorry, but I'm sure if people are aware of the site and it jogs their memories over particular events etc, that they may have forgotten about, then they might be inclined to submit more then they might have otherwise. Just a thought.

[lerco]

I think that Steve will be adding some information to explain what he would like to use this section for, my understanding is that he is hoping to put together a heritage lottery bid which looks at the social history from the period 1873 to 1993 of players who pulled on the shirt for the team. Things like the schools they attended, what other work they went on to be involved with, any family links and oral histories that may be available to record.

He wants to be able to build up an accessible archive that people can tap inot which will help those looking up the family tree, those researching the history of the town, those interested in the game etc to get a feel for the life and times of those they are reading about. For example he wants to scan in all the programmes he can get hold of for this period, so that they can be viewed and shared with people wherever they live,for example, relatives living in Australia.

Hope this is right Steve, please feel free to correct me!

[PeteH]

Sorry, but I'm sure if people are aware of the site and it jogs their memories over particular events etc, that they may have forgotten about, then they might be inclined to submit more then they might have otherwise. Just a thought.

Not a problem....great site for information.

[Ronnie]

Good work by Chris and Steve. I'm interested in local history and I'm sure I'm not the only one on here.

[scooby]

A basic version of a Widnes RLFC History website can be found at:-

http://rugby.widnes.tv/

I have just read the text on Mick Adams who I consider to be a true Widnes legend. He actually started his junior career playing for Blackbrook (I played against him). This was because his dad worked in that area and is why he became involved with them. Then he played for the Widnes "C" & "B" teams before signing on proffessionally. I think I am correct in saying that he was the first captain to recieve the Cup at Wembley and pass it back to his team mates rather than the previous practise of carrying it down the steps and onto the pitch. His dad had passed away not long before the Final and if you watch the replay of the game you can see that he is upset and close to tears as he recieves the cup, which is why I believe he did what he did. This has since been copied by all teams since, including soccer if my memory is correct. Mick was an all round sportsman, one of those penguins that seemed to be good at everything he played, especially cricket and golf. But most of all he was a true sportsman, which I am sure all of his opponents will testify to. One abiding memory of Mick is in the aftermath of his famous "crossbar" kick in the 1982 CC semi at Swinton. All the Widnes players are going wild in celebration whilst Mick is commiserating with the Leeds full back Niel Hague.

[Steve Fox]

I think that Steve will be adding some information to explain what he would like to use this section for, my understanding is that he is hoping to put together a heritage lottery bid which looks at the social history from the period 1873 to 1993 of players who pulled on the shirt for the team. Things like the schools they attended, what other work they went on to be involved with, any family links and oral histories that may be available to record.

He wants to be able to build up an accessible archive that people can tap inot which will help those looking up the family tree, those researching the history of the town, those interested in the game etc to get a feel for the life and times of those they are reading about. For example he wants to scan in all the programmes he can get hold of for this period, so that they can be viewed and shared with people wherever they live,for example, relatives living in Australia.

Hope this is right Steve, please feel free to correct me!

That's a reasonable summary lerco - when I have time in the next week or two I'll be adding some long messages here (which will stay as stickies) giving more info and explaining how fans can help take the project forward.

[Si]

Site's wicked. Almost brings a tear to the eye just reading some of the names. And when you see in the firsts section.... Offiah first to score six, seven and eight hat-tricks in a season.... it almost beggars belief.
Looks class. I spent five minutes just looking at the first picture before you even enter the site!

[lilo]

   What a brilliant website, just brings all the memories flooding back 

[Steve]

That website must be one of the best kept local secrets!

[widnesvikings]

I have just read the text on Mick Adams who I consider to be a true Widnes legend. He actually started his junior career playing for Blackbrook (I played against him). This was because his dad worked in that area and is why he became involved with them. Then he played for the Widnes "C" & "B" teams before signing on proffessionally. I think I am correct in saying that he was the first captain to recieve the Cup at Wembley and pass it back to his team mates rather than the previous practise of carrying it down the steps and onto the pitch. His dad had passed away not long before the Final and if you watch the replay of the game you can see that he is upset and close to tears as he recieves the cup, which is why I believe he did what he did. This has since been copied by all teams since, including soccer if my memory is correct. Mick was an all round sportsman, one of those penguins that seemed to be good at everything he played, especially cricket and golf. But most of all he was a true sportsman, which I am sure all of his opponents will testify to. One abiding memory of Mick is in the aftermath of his famous "crossbar" kick in the 1982 CC semi at Swinton. All the Widnes players are going wild in celebration whilst Mick is commiserating with the Leeds full back Niel Hague.

and here is that incident
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tygKeLsxQOI

[Penkvik]

I have just read the text on Mick Adams who I consider to be a true Widnes legend. He actually started his junior career playing for Blackbrook (I played against him). This was because his dad worked in that area and is why he became involved with them. Then he played for the Widnes "C" & "B" teams before signing on proffessionally. I think I am correct in saying that he was the first captain to recieve the Cup at Wembley and pass it back to his team mates rather than the previous practise of carrying it down the steps and onto the pitch. His dad had passed away not long before the Final and if you watch the replay of the game you can see that he is upset and close to tears as he recieves the cup, which is why I believe he did what he did. This has since been copied by all teams since, including soccer if my memory is correct. Mick was an all round sportsman, one of those penguins that seemed to be good at everything he played, especially cricket and golf. But most of all he was a true sportsman, which I am sure all of his opponents will testify to. One abiding memory of Mick is in the aftermath of his famous "crossbar" kick in the 1982 CC semi at Swinton. All the Widnes players are going wild in celebration whilst Mick is commiserating with the Leeds full back Niel Hague.

Atrue sportsman indeed, a friend of mine was talking to an ex Warrington player who said it was a pleasure to be tackled by Mick.