HALL OF FAME

Fans are invited to nominate past players with reasons for their selection. It does not have to be any of the big names, just someone who reminds you of why you love your club. Send your selection(s) to:  theterror@btinternet.com.

Others are then welcome to add their own comments or memories.

  Ralf Cowan

One of the best and worst centre half’s the club has ever had.  Scored lots of goals and very under rated close ball control.

Nominated by Dave Messenbird

Desmond Dennis (1975-79)   

Signed: 12/75 from Barking.    148 starts (+22), 37 goals

"Whenever he got the ball there was always a sense of excitement in the ground.  Still remember his hat-trick against Sutton United in the 4th qualifying round of the FA CUP (1977/78)"

Nominated by Richard Hinkson

Albert Grainger (1957-60 and 1961-66)

Signed: 12/57 from Ilford and again in 7/61, again from Ilford.     63 appearances, 31 goals

"He played on the wing, and used to race around like a greyhound.. Great player.. As a schoolboy he was my hero."

Nominated by Barbara Specht

Kenny Holder (1960-69)

Signed from Elderwood BC 3/60.     291 (+3) appearances 27 goals

"The original attacking wing back!"

Nominated by Martin Ridley

Tommy Kerner (1947-52 and 1953-55)

Signed: n/a then from Kingstonian in 53.  Retired in 1955 through injury.

"A very good inside left and very good ball control."

Nominated by John Gardener

Bob Parker (1941-53)

Only played for Tooting.  156 appearances, 59 goals

Nominated by John Gardener

Don Rhodes (1947-51)

Only played for Tooting.   84 appearances, 23 goals

Nominated by John Gardener

Les Walters (1947-58)

Only played for Tooting. Moved onto coaching and club staff.     287 appearances, 6 goals.

"An excellent centre half and a very good leader of men"

Nominated by John Gardener