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Graham Street Prims
County
Associaton |
Derbyshire ( ) |
Secretary |
David Lillie, 6 Sidmouth Close, Alvaston,
Derby, DE24 0QY |
Home
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Mobile |
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Email |
davelillie |
Manager |
Gerry McElhinney |
Home
Telephone |
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Business
Telephone |
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Ground |
Asterdale Sports Ground, Borrowash Road,
Spondon, Derby |
Ground/Clubhouse
Telephone |
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Ground
Location |
M1 J25 towards Derby on the A52, take
the 3rd turning on the left (directly under the pedestrian bridge) Borrowash
Road-golf driving range on the left, approximately 400 yards further on
turn left into the Asterdale Sports Ground. Ground situated at the rear
of the Sports Centre |
Club Website |
http://www.freewebs.com/grahamstreetprims/ |
Team
Colours |
Red and White Striped Shirts, Black Shorts,
Black Socks |
Alternate
Colours |
Yellow Shirts, Blue Shorts, Blue Socks
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Club
History |
Graham Street Prims celebrate their Centenary Anniversary this season.
Graham Street Prims was founded in 1904 by churchgoers at the Primitive
Methodist Church in Graham Street, Derby, which is off Osmaston Road
near the Baseball Ground, Prims therefore is simply short for Primitives.
The club disbanded in 1914 owing to the outbreak of the First World
War but even in that first ten years they were able to boast players
who went on to play League Football, notably the Keetley brothers and
Jimmy Bagshaw, who eventually played for Notts County & England.
It was not until 1953 that the club surfaced again, almost entirely
to the efforts of one Les Glover, who lived on Russell Street, next
to Graham Street and decided on spending virtually all his spare time
and money on reviving the club. In local terms they became very successful
club winning many League and Cups along the way. But they were never
sure of a perminant home and it was a lack of their home groundthat
led to a second disbanding of the club in 1991.
A merger with the old Carriage & Wagon club in 1995 saw them back
again with the home at the Railway Ground Longbridge Lane, but repeated
vandalism proved a problem and they were unable to erect floodlights
and because of this were relegated from the Central Midlands Supreme
Division. Some players and officials resigned, others just never turned
up again as a result of that blow and a third closure looked on the
cards until the clubs determined committee secured the use of a pitch
at the Asterdale Ground, Borrowash Road Spondon, adjacent to Borrowash
Victoria's ground.
Four years of hard work has seen a proper ground emerge with dressing
rooms, clubhouse, a stand, perimeter fencing and those all important
Floodlights, so the future of the club looks brighter than ever.
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Central Midlands League Record
| Season |
Division |
Played |
Won |
Drawn |
Lost |
For |
Against |
Points |
Position |
| 1986-87 |
Premier |
32 |
16 |
8 |
8 |
61 |
36 |
56 |
4th |
| 1995-96 |
Premier |
34 |
20 |
7 |
7 |
67 |
36 |
67 |
3rd |
| 1996-97 |
Supreme |
30 |
16 |
5 |
9 |
61 |
34 |
53 |
5th |
| 1997-98 |
Supreme |
30 |
11 |
5 |
14 |
49 |
63 |
38 |
10th |
| 1998-99 |
Supreme |
36 |
9 |
6 |
21 |
46 |
92 |
33 |
15th |
| 1999-00 |
Premier |
30 |
18 |
5 |
7 |
67 |
32 |
59 |
2nd |
| 2000-01 |
Supreme |
38 |
19 |
4 |
15 |
77 |
56 |
61 |
8th |
| 2001-02 |
Supreme |
38 |
15 |
3 |
20 |
55 |
76 |
48 |
13th |
| 2002-03 |
Supreme |
38 |
9 |
4 |
25 |
55 |
93 |
31 |
18th |
| 2003-04 |
Supreme |
36 |
16 |
5 |
15 |
60 |
58 |
53 |
10th |
Club Pen Pics
Gerry McElhinney-Manager. Former Celtic, Bolton, Plymouth, Rochdale,
Peterborough and Northern ireland international, we are pleased to have acquired
Gerry's services he brings a wealth of experience, which will be a great benefit
to the club.
Peter Davis- Ass Manager. Former Derby County, and long serving
Prims player, Peter steps up as Gerry's assistant after a good season managing
the reserves.
John Light-Physio. Fast over two yards!! and part of the management
team
Chris Hudson- Goalkeeper. Recent signing experienced reliable
keeper good organiser, last seasons joint players player of the season
Lee Stringer- Goalkeeper. Lee has been a regular in the reserves
this season after stepping up from the youth team. Good shot stopper only 17
years old
Matt Simpson- New signing. Matt is a stylish Left sided defender
who is another excellent signing, and will be a tremendous asset. Previous clubs
include Mickleover Sports, Gresley Rovers and Belper town
Danny Dickenson- Solid & reliable can also play in midfield
a good squad member
Mick Marvel- New signing very commited player, previous clubs include Shardlow,
Holbrook and Blackwell
Matt Warren- New signing Matt joins us from Mickleover Sports.
Big strong powerful defender, Matt had 5yrs with Derby County and was captain
of their reserves for two seasons, has also played for Hall Green, Alfreton
Town and Gresley Rovers
Paul Barker- Like his brother Matt, Paul steps up from the reserves
will be an asset to the squad. Recovered from a broken will be looking to play
some games in the reserves to impriove fitness
Nick Fairbrother- Another promising youngster who has been with
Shrewsbury Town made his debut against Dinnington at the start of the season
Chris Lochman- Recent signing for the club only 19 exciting
prospect for the future
Matt Johnson- Recent signing from Heanor Town, very experienced
will be a good asset to the squad
Neil Day- Reliable player who will always give a 100% rejoins
the club after short spell with Borrowash
Bruce Hill- Excellent competitor never knows when he is beaten
and always gives a 100%, Last seasons joint players player of the year
Dave Cole- Signed at the start of last season from Borrowash
loves to run with the ball will work hard in any position and will also score
goals. Managers player of the year 2002/2003
Dave Tattersall- Joined at the beggining of last season from
Borrowash Vics great attitude will always give 100% great clubman
Scott Blaney- Scott rejoins the Club after a season away an
excellent addition to the squad who is capable of scoring goals from midfield
or when playing as a striker has looked sharp in pre season matches
Kevin Banwell- Another close season signing previous club includes
Borrowash Vics
Steve Winters- New signing excellent all round player previous
clubs include Rolls Royce and Blackwell, club joker
Leigh Grant- Great ability and with his skills on the ball is
more than capable of beating any defence. Leading scorer for the past 3 seasons
Adam Lillie- Promosing Young Striker who will always give a
100% an excellent squad member.
Jim Slinger- Latest signing previously with Sandiacre Town,
Tall powerful player who will score more than his share of goals. Scored on
Debut for both First Team and Reserves
Marc Finlay- Signed from Sandiacre last season but suffered
a bad injury. Mark will be hoping to establish himself as a first team player
after impressive performances in the reserves recently.
Reserves
ALL DETAILS ARE AS THE FIRST EXCEPT:
Manager |
Contact Club Secretary |
Team Colours |
Red and White Striped Shirts, Black Shorts, Black Socks |
Alternate Colours |
Blue Shirts, Blue Shorts, Blue Socks |
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