Rocester Players A-Z

 

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y

 

Mick Ratcliffe

Midfielder 'Ratter' possessed all the ingredients of a top footballer. Supreme confidence, wonderful skill and competitiveness. Small in stature but massive in both talent and courage. He was tempted away from Rocester to play for Leek Town in the more powerful Cheshire League where he continued to impress. 

   

 

Gordon Richardson

An ultra-competitive defender who would not let anything past him. His great determination combined with a wonderful team spirit made Gordon a highly respected player.

 

 

 

 

 

Neil Reilly (D.O.B. March 1979)

Signed in July 2007. A serving soldier, Neil played Welsh League football for Holyhead Hotspur and Llangefni before a brief spell with Stafford Rangers Reserves. He has also represented The Army, and had two Army Cup winners' medals to his name. Made six appearances for Rocester during 2007-08.

Chris Rowley (D.O.B. March 1984)

Chris spent five years with Port Vale before being released, and then played for Stone Dominoes and Nantwich Town before joining Rocester in August 2006. An attacking midfield player with with a competitive edge to his game, Chris had the ability to succeed but never really settled at Hillsfield. He joined Eccleshall in November 2006 having scored 3 goals in his 18 appearances.

Gavin Reynolds (D.O.B.   /  /  )

Gavin spent several years with the club but played most of his football for the reserve team. He made 38 first team appearances, mostly in the 2005-06 season and scored one goal. An industrious box-to-box midfielder, Gavin was tough in the tackle and possessed a powerful shot. He has also played for Staffs County League neighbours JCB Holt.

Mark Ruddock (D.O.B. August 1984)

Centre-Half who joined Rocester in 2004 from Sunday football. 'Razor' initially played as a forward but soon established himself in the defence. A strong and versatile player with a great attitude, he was part of the 2008 Staffordshire Senior Cup winning side but left soon afterwards to join Leek Town. Scored 13 goals in his 125 appearances.

 

Matty Rutter (D.O.B. February 1984)

Midfielder who joined in the summer of 2010 after playing for West Midlands League side Goodrich. As a youngster Matty reached the last 32 of the England Schoolboys selection process and also represented the Birmingham F.A. at Youth level. His previous clubs included Boldmere St. Michaels, Oldbury United, Chasetown and Wednesfield.