Thursday, 31 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Sting Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Chicago Sting played on August 5th, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies won 4-3.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Farrukh Quraishi Young Copenhagen Advertisement

Farrukh Quraishi relaxes during a 1979 advertisement campaign for "Young Copenhagen Imported Scandinavian Furniture".

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh watches from the sideline, during the indoor Exhibition Game against Moscow Dynamo, in 1979 at the Bayfront Center.

Wednesday, 30 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Sockers Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the San Diego Sockers played on July 30th, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 0-2.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Manny Rojas Hot Times Cover

Manny Rojas, then of the MISL Chicago Sting, appears on the cover of the November 22nd, 1985 edition of the "Hot Times" magazine.

Rowdies Press Photos - Derek Backman

Derek Backman then of the Tampa Bay Mutiny poses with goalkeeper David Winner of the Columbus Crew in 1996.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Mr. PiBB/Rowdies Rooters Club Membership Application Form

A 1979 membership application form to join the Mr. PiBB/Rowdies Rooters Club.

Rowdies Press Photos - Dave MacWilliams

Dave MacWilliams scores with a header past New England Tea Men's goalkeeper Kirk Pearson. 
During the 1979, 1-0 Exhibition Game victory at the Tangerine Bowl, with Perry Van Der Beck watching.

Tuesday, 29 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Cosmos Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the New York Cosmos played on July 23rd, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 4-5.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Petar Baralic Trading Card

Petar Baralic's trading card, whilst he was with the Yugoslavian side Red Star Belgrade in 1974.
Many thanks to Nedim Dajanovic.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mojas Radonjic

A recent photo of former Rowdie Mojas Radonjic.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Signed Law Enforcement Card

A signed Law Enforcement Card from the 1980-81 set, by Wowdie Faye Farmer.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tommy Maurer

Tommy Maurer is about to score against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers, during the 1979 indoor season.

Monday, 28 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Earthquakes Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Golden Bay Earthquakes played on July 20th, 1983, at Spartan Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 1-2.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Radomir Stefanovic Trading Card

Radomir Stefanovic's trading card, whilst he was with the Yugoslavian side Rijeka in 1975.
Many thanks to Nedim Dajanovic.

Rowdies Press Photos - John Boyle

John Boyle ties his laces, during his time with Chelsea in 1970.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1979 Rowdies KICK Magazine


This edition of the Rowdies' KICK was for the game against the New England Tea Men, 
7th April, 1979, although the date on the cover says 1978.
The Rowdies won 2-0, with Wes McLeod and Mirandinha getting the goals.
Attendance: 30,429.
The team that day: DuBose, Crudo, Gorman, Connell, Auguste, Van Der Veen, 
Wegerle, McLeod, Fabbiani, Marsh, Baralic.
Substitute: Mirandinha.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mike Connell


Mike Connell brings the ball out of defence, during Soccer Bowl '78 
against the New York Cosmos at Giants Stadium in 1978. 
With Wes McLeod in the background.

Friday, 25 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Chicago Sting Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Chicago Sting played on July 16th, 1983, at Soldier Field.
The Rowdies lost 1-4.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Paul Dougherty 1993 NPSL Trading Card

Paul Dougherty's 1993 NPSL card, produced by Pacific Trading Cards, whilst he was at the Buffalo Blizzard.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mojas Radonjic

Mojas Radonjic, whilst with Yugoslavian side FC Buducnost in 1978.
Many thanks to Nedim Dajanovic for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Joey Fink Jack In The Box Card

Joey Fink pictured on a card produced by Jack in the Box, whilst with the New York Cosmos in 1973.
Many thanks to Dave Morrison.

Rowdies Press Photos - John Boyle

Captain John Boyle leaps over Portland Timbers' goalkeeper Graham Brown, during Soccer Bowl '75 at Spartan Stadium, with Stewart Scullion in the background.

Tuesday, 22 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Team America Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against Team America played on July 13th, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies won 2-1.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Dan Donigan 1993 NPSL Trading Card

Dan Donigan's 1993 NPSL card, produced by Pacific Trading Cards, whilst he was at the Milwaukee Wave.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Chris Charles

Chris Charles and Brian Haynes of the Colorado Foxes, during the APSL Championship Game in 1992.
Many thanks to Chris for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Ticket Stub

A ticket stub from the game played at Tampa Stadium, against Team America on July 13th, 1983. The Rowdies won this game 2-1.

Rowdies Press Photos - Perry Van Der Beck

Perry Van Der Beck lies injured, during a game in 1984.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Strikers Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers played on July 9th, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 2-3.

Monday, 21 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - Mirko Castillo 1993 NPSL Trading Card

Mirko Castillo's 1993 NPSL card, produced by Pacific Trading Cards, whilst he was at the Chicago Power.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tampa Stadium

An aerial view of Tampa Stadium in 1995.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1981 Indoor Ticket Stub

A ticket stub from an indoor game played at the Bayfront Center, against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers on January 3rd, 1981. 
This is a strange one, as the records show that the Rowdies played the Detroit Express on this date, not the Strikers.

Rowdies Press Photos - Don McAllister

Don McAllister, during his time with Charlton Athletic in 1981.

Saturday, 19 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Earthquakes Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Golden Bay Earthquakes played on July 4th, 1983, at Tampa Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 1-2.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Jon Parry 1993 NPSL Trading Card

Jon Parry's 1993 NPSL card, produced by Pacific Trading Cards, whilst he was at the Kansas City Attack.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1988 Ticket Stub

A ticket stub from the game played at the RFK Stadium Starplex, against the Washington Diplomats on May 15th, 1988. The Rowdies lost this game 0-2.

Rowdies Press Photos - Arsene Auguste

Arsene Auguste, during his time with the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers in 1981.

Friday, 18 January 2013

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Rowdies vs. Sounders Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies 1983 game against the Seattle Sounders played on July 1st, 1983, at The Kingdome.
The Rowdies lost 0-6.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Pedro DeBrito 1993 NPSL Trading Card

Pedro DeBrito's 1993 NPSL card, produced by Pacific Trading Cards, whilst he was at the Detroit Rockers.
Many thanks to Ray Knisley.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 KICK Magazine


This edition of the KICK magazine is from the July 14th, 1976, with an alternative cover. 
The game played at the New York Cosmos' Giants Stadium.
The Rowdies lost 4-5. With the goals coming from Derek Smethurst and Clyde Best (3).
 Attendance: 27,892.
The team this day was: Mausser, Pringle, Cantillo, Auguste, Quraishi, Smith, Scullion, 
Lindsay, Best, Marsh, Smethurst.
Substitute: Wit.