Oddly enough, I have fond memories of Jim at left back, which is where he spent most of his first couple of seasons. He was quick down the flanks and could put a cross in, ball skills that served him well when he transitioned to centre half. As for being our best centre half ever, he really wasn't. Ninja and Thorn were both better, not that either meant even close to as much to the club.

Sydenham by birth. Selhurst by the Grace of God.

Syd, i read your post yesterday and it gave me real optimism for todays game.I too was at the 73 game, aged 7 getting squashed in the W.Horse end with my Dad.That was a special day, one of my earliest football memories, and today has to rank highly as well.Great atmosphere and all the more enjoyable cos i kept thinking of your post,cheers mate!.