Camden Suits Day!!
14 January 2007 - Report by Kirk Weyman
BUCKAROO FOR CATT - NODDING DOG FOR GINGE!
Starting Lineup: Macca, Kirk, Paul, Ginge, Glenneth, Benneth, Jamie, Kaan, Joe, Sean, Kingy, Catty, Glasses Man, Mike (until 6), Grimbo. Late entrants: Kenneth the Dillon, Fabio. Subs: Gabi, Laura.
The boys ventured down the Camden for the usual after game drinks and Ed’s now world famous sandwiches. Only about 6 boys were there to begin with as the rest of the dirty scallies (mostly “the kids” contingent) went home for baths and roast dinners before coming out. The occasion for the suits was to begin the theme days again for home games (such delights as 70’s day, western day and colours day yet to come), to continue Kirk’s birthday celebrations, and most importantly, to rejoice in the retirement of Macca.
After a few soft drinks for a few of the lads after a hard game the beers began to flow. There were some special guests in the form of Alan (Kirk’s ol’ man), Stef and Dorm. Stef was attired in an amazing ensemble of a Robey rip off fleece and a bright orange Holland zip up top. Quite stunning. I think, however, before continuing, that the non participants to the suits (who came on the all dayer) should be named and shamed.
Joe – forgiven as not a team member.
Fabio – as above.
Sean – as above.
Kenneth – forgiven, even though he comes training he doesn’t play for the team.
Kingy – shameful, as comes training and has played for the team.
GLENNETH – unforgiven, worst of the lot. Even Grimbo wore a suit. Not only was a suit not worn but he was wearing a woman’s jacket, comes training and scored a goal (allegedly) on tour. Non participation in the next theme day will be frowned upon.
The beers continued to go down and the live games were watched in the comfort of the quite exquisite leather settees by the big screen. And how did everyone laugh when a totally dominant Spurs were defeated 3-2 at home by Newcastle. Benneth won yet another sweepstake (2 in 2 days for the lad!) and Macca showed everyone the 4 pictures he managed to take during the match. Missing both penalty saves and Kaan’s free kick because his little hands were cold. Bless.
After several light refreshments, the troops headed off to the Volunteer. An enormous establishment situated on the corner of the infamous Church Road. En route to the pub Macca decided to nearly fall over nothing twice and go within a whisker of walking into a pole. Somehow, everyone managed to squeeze in and most found a seat. A few of the lads proceeded to watch an almighty battle in the darts final on the box whilst everyone else sat and watched Ginge knock over several drinks. Kaan also demolished Glen in a ridiculously one sided arm wrestle.
Dan Marchant was seen on the wall in a golf day out for the pub holding a trophy whilst Paul and Benneth tried to decide who would be top boy in the potential mafia picture on another wall. Gabi made a reappearance and told us all how her and her sister (aged 21 and 18) were very nearly turned away from a 12A certificate film just before Christmas. A highly amusing little story. This prompted Kirk to remind Macca of his claim to fame in mistaken age stories. The Greek has been barred from telling this particular story and Macca himself will have to be asked.
After Macca had a bit of a random argument with an old, bald bloke everyone left the pub to the tune of either Wet Wet Wet or Lionel Ritchie, no one was quite sure. Those who were without shoes had to scuttle off whilst the rest of the troops, now joined by Kenneth and Laura (in a fur coat which caused scenes of outrage amongst the animal loving team members), strutted along to the Drayman.
Once inside, everyone squeezed past the 2 other people that were in there to the bar. It was very quickly decided that it was to be just the 1 drink and leave as the place was empty. In the short time of being there Paul noticed someone had let a rather smelly fart rip, Macca straddled Catty and everyone else was quite sensible. (Even Ginge).
Ohm was the next venue for the group and it was where they were to settle for the remainder of the evening. On the short journey to this particular bar Macca attempted to wrestle Catty into an advertising board. Strange things were going on with them 2. Everyone got into Ohm safely and continued to drink away. It was much busier in this place then the Drayman but not packed. The bottles of Bud were flowing, as were the 2 cocktails Gabi (Sir Benneth’s better half) drank in the space of about 5 minutes. Her drinking partner wasn’t far behind with copious amounts of Vodka flying down her.
A few shapes were thrown on the dance floor, notably by Ginge but the lads tired out and decided to retire to the seating area at the front of the bar. This was where the Buckeroo game was started. The drinks had been flowing all day and poor old Ginge couldn’t quite take it anymore. His exertions had got the better of him as he began to doze off and do his nodding dog impression. Everyone found this highly amusing and so proceeded to place items strategically on his person. The best effort before he woke (to cause things to fall off) was an ashtray on his shoulder, a slice of lemon on the back of his neck, and an empty bottle of Bud resting on his curly ginger locks all in one hit.
After this amusement everyone began to disperse. It had been a long day but a good one. Everyone looked very dappa in their suits and the theme days are well and truly back. On the way home, Kirk, Kaan, Ginge (just about awake) and Paul attempted to find a food establishment. There was none open and so they had to settle for a pasty each from the petrol garage (the last four they had), a healthy balanced diet.
An excellent attendance, though a few more team members maybe could have at least made an appearance down the Billy. Special mentions to non team members who lasted the distance, the cheerleaders, and the non team members who wore suits. Camden FC and The Daily Greek salute you. Looking forward to the next theme day in 2 weeks time.
Man of the Day award to Macca – sterling service to the club over the years.