Rowdies Memorabilia - Oscar Fabbiani Estadio Magazine

 Oscar Fabbiani on the front cover of a 1979 edition of the 

Chilean soccer magazine 'Estadio". 

Oscar is wearing his 'Rodney Marsh Testimonial Game' jersey.

Rowdies Snap Shots - David Mehmet

 The late David Mehmet enjoying a Rowdies' Family Day in 1981.

Rowdies Memorabilia - David Kerslake Signed Photo

 A signed photo of David Kerslake, who appeared for the Rowdies in 

1986 in the 'Coca-Cola Classic International Soccer Series'.

Rowdies Press Photos - Peter Nogly

 Peter Nogly keeps on his toes to stay ahead of Toronto Blizzards' David Byrne,

at Tampa Stadium in 1982.

Rowdies Press Photos - John Boyle

 Captain John Boyle shows off the Soccer Bowl '75 trophy 

to the waiting fans at Tampa International Airport, 

upon the Rowdies return from San Jose, CA.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Washington Olivera

  A Polaroid taken at the 1982 Fan Day, of Washington Olivera posing with a fan.

Rowdies Press Photos - Washington Olivera

Washington Olivera and his nephew Enzo Olivera, at the Book Release of 

 "EL TRAPO, La Verdad De Washington Olivera", in 2016.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Washington Olivera Biography

  "EL TRAPO, La Verdad De Washington Olivera" - The biography of Washington Olivera,

the former midfield/striker.

Written by Washington's nephew Enzo Olivera, entirely in Spanish.

It tells of the difficult life of the Uruguayan player who left his mark on national football.

A footballer who would later become Cobreloa's biggest idol, and who had unforgettable 

spells with Chile's Everton and Osorno arrived in the country.

This is one of the many stories collected by Enzo, who after four years of research 

and interviews, was able to bring to light the true story of an athlete full of lights and shadows.

"The book is a true manual on how to make it in football after having nothing. 

We are a humble family, with precarious circumstances, and football was an 

opportunity for social mobility for the family. He had everything, he won all the titles, 

he was a goalscorer on all fields, but after retirement he had a hard time, 

that's why it's not just a book about goals, it's more of a story of a 

very hard life," adds the author.

Published in 2016.

Rowdies Press Photos - Frantz St. Lot and Stewart Jump

 Frantz St. Lot challenges New York Cosmos' Steve Hunt, watched by Stewart Jump

at Giants Stadium in 1977.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Derek Smethurst

 Derek Smethurst signs a Frisbee for a fan in 1978.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Pocket Schedules

 This is part of my Rowdies pocket schedules collection, pictured is the front and back of the 1990 APSL schedule.

Sponsored by The Tampa Tribune.

(I am looking for a 1991 Rowdies Schedule, if anyone has a spare one to part with)

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

 Rodney Marsh in full flight, during Soccer Bowl '79 against the Vancouver Whitecaps

at Giants Stadium.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Adrian Alston Autobiography

 "Noddy - The Untold Story" - Of Adrian Alston, the former striker.

Adrian belongs to the special group of Australian football players who

defied all odds to become the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.

In Noddy: the Untold Story of Adrian Alston, author Philip Micallef tells the

story of the flamboyant striker who lit up the local football scene after 

moving from England to Australia in the late 1960s.

Adrian looks back on a career that took him from his hometown of Preston

in northern England, to the little ground of Woonona on the NSW south

coast, to the imperial Olympic Stadium in Berlin.

But as much as Alston enjoyed scoring goals, he has received as much

satisfaction from his post-football career working with people with

an intellectual disadvantage.

As a 1974 Socceroo, Adrian Alston is a true legend of the game, and

Philip Micallef's book ensures that Noddy's exploits for Australia are not forgotten.

Published in 2023.

Rowdies Press Photos - John Boyle

 A mugshot of John Boyle, whilst he was at Chelsea FC during the 1973-74 season.

Rowdies Memorabilia - A signed Lorenzo's Italian Restaurant Menu

 A signed Lorenzo's Italian Restaurant Menu from 1983, with the autographs of

Sam Allardyce, Glenn Myernick, Michel Lacevic, Wes McLeod,

Peter Roe, Mark Karpun, Tom Boric, Jan Van Der Veen, Jim Easton,

Peter Nogly, Gregg Thompson, Skip Gilbert and Mike Connell.

Many thanks to Helen Elm Monk for this photo.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Refik Kozic

 A Polaroid taken at the 1982 Fan Day, of Refik Kozic signing

an autograph at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Glenn Hoddle Autobiography

 "Playmaker" - The autobiography of Glenn Hoddle,

‘On the pitch he was a magician’ – Arsène Wenger. 

The first full autobiography from former footballer and England 

manager Glenn Hoddle. Glenn was one of the most celebrated footballers of his generation. 

A wonderfully talented No. 10 – he formed part of the Spurs teams 

of the early 1980s and cut his teeth in the blood and thunder 

of an England team that prioritised aggression over creativity.

Often seen as a player ‘out of time’, Glenn was a playmaker in the purest sense. 

A creator and a goal scorer, he rose through the Tottenham youth academy – 

playing under Keith Burkinshaw and crossing paths with the likes 

of club legends Bill Nicholson and Danny Blanchflower – 

before going on to play in Monaco under the tutelage of Arsène Wenger. 

In this book, he looks back on his rise as a prodigious young footballer 

and talks at length about his career that took him from 

cleaning the cockerel at White Hart Lane to managing the England football team 

at a World Cup. From scoring in an FA Cup final to winning 

the league in France; from revitalising Chelsea in the early 1990s, 

to managing the fall-out after David Beckham’s infamous 

sending off at the 1998 World Cup.

Published in 2022.

Rowdies Video - 1981 New York Cosmos (PO) Report

 Channel 13's Report from the Playoff Game against the New York Cosmos, 

played on the 9th September, 1981, at Giants Stadium. The Rowdies lost 0-2.

Many thanks to Kenn Tomasch for this video.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tatu

 Tatu during the 1981-82 indoor season.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Adrian Alston

Adrian Alston during the 1977 Fan Day at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Gordon Jago Autobiography

 "Pioneer" - The autobiography of Gordon Jago, 

the former centre-half for Charlton Athletic, who is better known for his managerial career. 

Gordon created the foundation for the greatest Queens Park Rangers 

side in history, leading the club to the First Division in the 1972/72 season 

before moving to Millwall where he also won promotion. 

In 1978, Jago moved across the Atlantic to take charge of the Tampa Bay Rowdies 

in the NASL and later settled in Dallas, 

enjoying two stints as coach of the Dallas Sidekicks. 

Published in 2021.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1980 Calendar

 A Rowdies 1980 Calendar, with artwork by John Gorman.

Many thanks to Helen Elm Monk for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Wes McLeod

 Wes McLeod dribbles past New York Cosmos' Johan Neeskens 

during the 1981 season, at Giants Stadium.

Rowdies Video - 1981 Atlanta Chiefs Report

Channel 13's Report from the Home game against the Atlanta Chiefs, 

played on the 12th August, 1981. The Rowdies won 6-0.

Many thanks to Kenn Tomasch for this video.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mark Lindsay and John Boyle

 A recent photo of Mark Lindsay and John Boyle, two of the

1975 'Original Rowdies'.

Many thanks to Mark for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Peter Anderson Poster

 A poster from the UK magazine 'SHOOT/GOAL' of Peter Anderson,

during his time at Luton Town in 1974.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies Reunion Banquet Program

The program for the 1983 Rowdies Reunion Banquet, front cover signed by 

Tommy Smith, Rodney Marsh and Tatu.

Held at the Das Festhaus, Busch Gardens on Friday, April 8th, 1983.

 John Boyle, Rodney Marsh and Farrukh Quraishi were inducted

into the Rowdies' Hall of Fame on the night.

Many thanks to Helen Elm Monk for the photos.

Wowdies Snap Shots - Soccer Bowl '79

 1979 Wowdies - (Left to Right): Diane Terry, vonKatherine Ford and

Cindy Martinez.

Many thanks to Katherine Ford for this photo.

1979 Rowdies Indoor Magazine

This program covered two days of Indoor games, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th January.

The "Budweiser Indoor Soccer Invitational" consisted of four teams, the Rowdies, 

Dallas Tornado, Tulsa Roughnecks and the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers.

Games were played at the Bayfront Center.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Terry Moore

 Terry Moore signs autographs in 1981.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Peter Barnes Biography

 "On a Wing and a Prayer" - The biography of Peter Barnes, the former winger, by Gary James.

This is the life story of Peter Barnes who, at the age of 18, scored the opening goal 

in the 1976 League Cup final. 

Playing for the team he supported, Manchester City, Peter was idolised 

by fans and was awarded the 1976 PFA Young Player of the Year award. 

The following year he made his England debut and was described by one journalist 

as the ‘Saviour of English football.’

Those were the days when Manchester City won the League Cup; 

were runners up in the League (missing the title by a point); 

and were challenging in Europe but then Malcolm Allison returned as coach 

and within months Peter, and a whole host of international stars, 

were on their way out. Peter was sold for a record amount. 

City’s fortunes suffered while Peter carved out a new career at 

West Bromwich Albion (where he played for Ron Atkinson).

Another record breaking transfer to Leeds United followed, 

before spells at Real Betis, Coventry City, Manchester United 

(playing for both Ron Atkinson and his replacement Alex Ferguson) 

and Tampa Bay Rowdies in 1990.

Written by acclaimed author Dr Gary James, 

this book covers the highs and lows of Peter’s life with stories 

about his time playing for some of the game’s biggest clubs 

and most famous managers. It also discusses Peter’s ongoing 

involvement with the sport and the significance of his family.

Published in 2021.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies KICK Magazine

 This edition of the Rowdies' KICK covered the Semi-Final game against the 

Miami Toros on the 16th August, 1975 at Tampa Stadium.

The Rowdies beat the Toros 3-0. With the goals coming from John Boyle,

Stewart Scullion and Derek Smethurst.

Attendance: 22,710.

The team that day was: Hammond, Pringle, Linton, Jump, Connell, Boyle, Scullion, 

Lindsay, Best, Smethurst, Sissons.

1981 - Dave Mehmet

 This morning, I have only just heard of the passing of former Rowdie - Dave Mehmet, 

who died on the 9th April, 2024, at the age of 63, having suffered a stroke.

Dave was a skillful midfielder for Millwall, and made 153 appearances for the club.

He played at The Den over two spells between 1977 and 1981,before rejoining 

them from 1986 to 1988.

He joined the Rowdies in 1981, to link up with former 

Millwall manager Gordon Jago, for a transfer fee of £120,000.

After a year in the States, he returned to England, with Charlton Athletic 

paying £80,000 for his services. 

He netted twice in 29 league matches for the Addicks and, having been released 

by the south London club, was signed by Gillingham, on a free transfer in March 1983. 

Gills’ manager Keith Peacock, his assistant, Paul Taylor, and the club’s chief scout, 

Ted Buxton, had all been at the Rowdies while Mehmet was there.

I would like to express my condolences to Dave’s family and friends at this sad time.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Ossie Ardiles Autobiography

 "Ossie's Dream" - The autobiography of Ossie Ardiles, the former midfielder 

and one of the most iconic footballers ever to have graced the game. 

After winning the World Cup with Argentina in 1978, 

Ossie became the first foreign player to make an impact in England, 

paving the way for the modern era of multinational teams. 

He was immortalised in Chas & Dave's hit record 

"Ossie's Dream (Spurs Are On Their Way to Wembley)".

In that unforgettable 1981 FA Cup Final, the silky skills of Ossie 

and fellow Argentine midfielder Ricky Villa inspired Spurs to their famous 

victory over Man City. 

He also helped Spurs to retain the trophy the following year, 

and to win the UEFA Cup in 1984, and even found time to star 

in the classic football film Escape to Victory 

with Bobby Moore, Pelé, Michael Caine and Sylvester Stallone.

Thirty years on from those glory days, Ossie has a unique perspective 

on the football world, through his long career both playing 

and in management, with the emphasis always 

on style and entertainment. 

He also talks about growing up under a military dictatorship, 

how he was torn between two countries owing to the 

outbreak of the Falklands War, which claimed the life 

of one of his cousins, and how that football world has changed over the decades.

Published in 2009.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Rowdies Invade Lorenzo's

 The "Rowdies Invade Lorenzo's" -  Helen Elm Monk poses with Peter Nogly,

Mike Connell and Wes McLeod in 1983.

Many thanks to Helen for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Graham Paddon

Graham Paddon in action during the May 9th, 1978 game at Anaheim Stadium,

against the California Surf, in which the Rowdies lost 0-3.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Mike Connell Adidas Advertisement

A signed magazine advertisement for adidas, Mike Connell's boot sponsor.

Given to me by Mike Connell.

Rowdies Press Photo - Paul Hammond

 Goalkeeper Paul Hammond catches the ball, during Soccer Bowl '75, against

the Portland Timbers at Spartan Stadium.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1979 Ticket Stub

This ticket is from the game against the San Diego Sockers, September 2nd, 1979, the Rowdies would win 3-2, in front of 38,766 fans.

Thanks to Pete McNulty.

Rowdies Video - David Moss on 'How to Dribble'

 A report that aired on the 13th August, 1981 - Showing David Moss on 'How to Dribble'.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1990 Rowdies vs. Capitals Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1990 APSL Game against the Albany Capitals played on May 19th, 1990, at Tampa Stadium.

The Rowdies lost 1-2.

1975 - Zygmunt "Ziggy" Lezak

 For years I have been trying to locate former "Original Rowdie" Zygmunt "Ziggy" Lezak, a member of the 1975 indoor team.

Sadly, today I found out that he passed away on the 25th May, 2022 in Szczecin, Poland. Aged 77 years old.

Signed Cards - 1986 Rowdies Justin Channing

  A signed Rowdies card, of Justin Channing.

He was a member of the QPR team, when they took part in the 'Coca-Cola Classic International Soccer Series' playing under the Rowdies name in 1986.

 

Rowdies Memorabilia - Ricky Hill Autobiography

"Love of  the Game" - The autobiography of Ricky Hill, the former midfielder 

best known for a 14 year spell at Luton Town where he made over 500 appearances and 

became a club legend, also becoming just the 4th black player to win a full cap for England. 

Hill later played for Le Havre and Leicester City before a successful period as player/coach at Tampa Bay Rowdies in the USA. 

In this book, Hill discusses his short time as manager of Luton and of the difficulties faced by black former players as they attempt to enter coaching and management. 

Published in 2021.

Signed Cards - 1991 Rowdies Terry Rowe

A signed Rowdies card, of Terry Rowe.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Clyde Best Autobiography

"The Acid Test" - The autobiography of Clyde Best, the former striker.

On a rainy Sunday in August 1968, Clyde Best, arrived in London for the first time. Not long out of school, he had come for a week-long trial with West Ham United, the club with which he had fallen in love while watching the FA Cup final four years previously. It was the 17-year-old's first time away from the Caribbean. Alone, lost and depressed had he possessed the return fare he would have flown straight back home again.

Had that happened, English football would have missed out on one of its most riveting and unlikely stories: how Clyde Best, one of eight children, went on to become English football's first black striking hero. A groundbreaking figure, he battled for recognition despite being regularly targeted in an era when racism was rife on football's terraces.

In his autobiography, The Acid Test, Clyde relates how he overcame appalling and violence- tinged discrimination because of the colour of his skin and how that served as an inspiration for dealing with intolerance throughout his career. He describes the culture shock of swapping the Caribbean for London; how West Ham and future England manager Ron Greenwood took him under his wing; how, as a willing listener, the teenager from Bermuda ended up playing in the same team with players - including Geoff Hurst and Bobby Moore - who had led England to World Cup glory; and how he developed a special bond with the fans over an eight-year love affair.

The Acid Test also follows Clyde to the United States where he joined the likes of Pele, Franz Beckenbauer and Rodney Marsh as one of the first pioneers of the professional game across the Atlantic. It concludes, four decades after boarding that BOAC flight to London as a skinny wannabe, back home in Bermuda where he briefly coached his national team.

Candid and searingly honest, The Acid Test tells of the extraordinary ups and downs of one of English football's groundbreaking figures and is the last word from a player that defied many of the game's boundaries.

Published in 2016.

Signed Cards - 1988 Rowdies Ray Perlee

A signed Rowdies card, of Ray Perlee.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tom Fitzgerald

A newspaper photo of Rowdies II player - Tom Fitzgerald, in 1982. Tom went onto be Head Coach of the MLS side the Columbus Crew (1996 to 2001). Sadly, Tom lost his life in a motorcycle accident in 2004.

Rowdies Press Photos - John Boyle, Mike Connell and Derek Smethurst

1975 - A newspaper photo, LeRoy Neiman's original Rowdies painting, with John Boyle, Mike Connell and Derek Smethurst.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Sam Allardyce Autobiography

"Big Sam" - The autobiography of Sam Allardyce,with nearly 20 years 

as a player - plus almost 25 years as a coach and manager - under his belt, 

Sam is one of the most recognisable figures in British football. 

'Big Sam' has been a robust defensive general throughout the seventies and eighties, and an imposing touchline presence as a gaffer since 1994. 

Before taking on the England manager's job in July 2016, he was the second longest-serving manager in the Premier League, behind Arsene Wenger. 

Over the last 42 years, Allardyce has seen it all. The game he so loves is radically different to that in which he made his debut back in 1973, and in telling his wonderfully colourful story for the very first time, Allardyce talks intriguingly about the changing face of players and managers. His autobiography positively crackles with characteristic insight, honesty and hard-hitting opinions.

Published in 2015.

Rowdies Press Photos - LeRoy Neiman

1975 - Artist LeRoy Neiman leaves the field, followed by John Boyle and Clyde Best.

Rowdies Press Photos - Eddie Firmani

1975 - Coach Eddie Firmani, nursing some broken fingers, after a water skiing accident. Also, sat on the bench - Randy Garber.