Town Legends - John Trollope

[alanmayes]

It probably comes down to what people expect from a full back and the style of play that they prefer.
For me first and foremost it's the defending that counts.JT was excellent in the tackle,as was his positional
sense and his ablility to be part of a defensive unit.He probably could have got forward more and did
so with gusty on more than one occasion.His winner at home to Watford, from the edge of the box
at the Stratton Bank is a great example.He shouted "Yes!" as soon as he hit it!

Zippy was excellent going forward with his crossing,shooting and ability to play one two's and
the give and go style.He was exceptional with his goals for us in the 92/93 season.First time i
saw him in a Town shirt, was as a sub at West Brom in 88.Although we lost the game,a lot of fans
afterwards said,"At least Bodin can pass the ball".He flourished under Ossie and Glenn.

JT would win my vote,but i thoroughly enjoyed Zippy's time with us.I think the same arguments
can be used for the right back berth,with regards to Rod Thomas,Kerslake or even Buzzer.