DAVE ATKINSON

Dave died on 10th April 2013 aged 53.

Dave, who died at home after a long illness, was a long-standing member of the Britannia Inn team, formerly Darlington Civil Service, but had not played in any quizzes for some time due to his illness. He is remembered for his in-depth knowledge of pre-war and 50s cricket.   

 

BILLY LONGHORNE

Billy died on 15th October 2011 aged 64. 

Billy, who died suddenly the day after competing for Coundon CC in a quiz at Morpeth Harriers, had been a member of the teams from the Spennymoor area for many years and his death was a great shock to all members of the League.

 

BILL MOORE

Bill died on 21st March 2008.

Bill was a long standing member of the North East Sports Quiz league and also the recently closed Cleveland Sports Quiz league.
They certainly broke the mould when Bill was born, a man with a competitive spirit second to none, nevertheless humble in victory and respectful in defeat. Bill was a wonderful character, never shy to share his opinion, he made his mark in any quiz he participated.

A feisty individual with a 'never say die' attitude that pulled victory from the jaws of defeat on many occasions. Bill motivated me to further my sporting knowledge and I owe him a great debt for the tremendous enjoyment I now gain from sports quizzes.
A proud man of great integrity, Bill will be sadly missed by all who played with and against him in the sports quiz league. Thanks Bill.
Mike Sowerby (Leeholme)

 

EDDIE BURNS

Eddie died on 6th April 2007 aged 49.

 

Eddie was a former member of the League who had appeared for the Masons Arms, the Bewicke Park and most recently East End Nomads. He is sadly missed by former colleagues, family and friends.

 

TONY KIDDLE

                               

 Tony died on 17th March 2007 aged 65.

                  

Tony was a member of the league from its early years. He was the captain of the Stockton-based team which included in its line-up Stan Gray, Chris Rivers &  Ray Nicholson amongst others and played as the Mile House,  Roseworth Social Club & most recently the Castle & Anchor. He introduced many teams to the League from the Cleveland & County Durham area, who were also members of the Teesside Sports Quiz League of which he was Secretary. Tony's team played in the North-East Sports Quiz League up until this season when  commitments forced their withdrawal. The League would like to pay tribute to Tony for the years of support he gave, he is be sadly missed. 

 

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