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Peter Bonetti

 

Former Chelsea and England goalkeeper known as ‘The Cat', Peter went on to coach the Chelsea U21 squad and can frequently be found in goal for Chelsea in such events as Football All Stars
 

 
Sir Trevor Brooking: CBE MBE

 

Trevor began his footballing apprenticeship with West Ham in 1965 and was to remain with the club for his entire playing career during which time he received 47 England caps. He was appointed Director of Football for West Ham in 2001 and has acted as caretaker manager for the club. Trevor regularly appears on MOTD and presents for Radio 5 Live. He joined the FA as Director of Football in 2003.
 

 
Jack Charlton: OBE

 

Affectionately known as ‘Big Jack' throughout the game, Jack is a legend in his own lifetime. A member of the England 1966 World Cup winning team, he achieved great success as a player with Leeds Utd and as a manager of the Republic of Ireland . Jack is one of the finest raconteurs in the country who's powerful, motivational and after dinner speeches are in much demand.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Tommy Docherty

 

Tommy Docherty is a former Manchester United manager now a successful after dinner speaker. Famed for his fast talking, wise cracking style, he is a popular choice at multinational, corporate, conference dinners and for PAs alike.
 

 
John Fashanu

 

John Fashanu began his career as a professional footballer with Wimbledon and Aston Villa. After his retirement from the game, John found popularity as a television presenter on the show Gladiators and is frequently seen appearing on soccer programmes as a pundit. He currently hosts the Nigerian version of Deal or No Deal.

 
Paul Gascoigne

 

Paul has proved his genius on a football pitch at a young age. He played for several teams at club level including, Tottenham Hotspur, Everton and Lazio but it is for his outstanding performances with England that he will best be remembered. Paul has recently published his life story.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Jimmy Greaves

 

One of the greatest goal scorers of all time, Jimmy played at club level for Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham Utd, and AC Milan. He was an England International and member of the 1966 World Cup winning squad. Following his playing career, Jimmy has found success in the media and is an excellent after dinner speaker.

 
Sir Geoff Hurst: MBE

 

Hat trick hero of the 1966 World Cup Final, Sir Geoff made his name in club football with West Ham Utd before being picked for England. He ultimately became assistant coach to the England National team and then manager of Chelsea . He is one of the leading speakers on the footballing circuit.
 

 
Gary Lineker: OBE

 

Gary is a familiar face on television as a regular presenter of Match of the Day and Football Focus. Gary is one of England 's most respected former footballers and is the second highest goal scorer for his country of all time.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Gary Mabbut

 

Gary achieved great success as a footballer while battling in the face of adversity against diabetes. His story is truly one of inspiration. During his playing career, he competed at club level for Tottenham Hotspur and was also capped for England . He is seen today on various television soccer programmes as a pundit.

 
Ally McCoist: MBE

 

A prolific goal scorer for club and country during his playing career, Ally is now a popular television personality. Ally was a regular team captain on the quiz A Question of Sport, he is currently Assistant Manager of Glasgow Rangers.

 
Frank McLintock: MBE

 

Frank played at club level with Leicester City and Arsenal and was a Scottish International. He is currently a soccer analyst with Sky TV.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Martin Peters: MBE

 

Famed as the other goal scorer in the 1966 World Cup final, Martin's main playing career took place with West Ham Utd, Tottenham Hotspur and Norwich.

 

 
Peter Shilton: OBE MBE

 

Peter enjoyed a long and highly successful playing career in the role of goalkeeper for a number of clubs including the England National Team and was the victim of the controversial Hand of God goal by Maradonna in the 1990 World Cup quarter final. He went on to become manager of Plymouth Argyle.
 

 
Ian St John

 

Nicknamed ‘The Saint' Ian St John found success at player and management levels with spells at Liverpool , Motherwell, Coventry City and Tranmere Rovers. He went on to become a television personality enjoying much recognition with The Saint and Greavsie Show.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Terry Venables

 

Terry is the only footballer to have represented his country at all levels including as manager. He played at club level for Chelsea, Queen's Park Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur. In addition he has been successful with a number of foreign teams including the Australian National squad. He regularly appears as an analyst on television soccer programmes.
 

 
Harold 'Dickie' Bird: MBE

 

Heralded as one of the worlds greatest ever cricket umpires, Dickie Bird's playing career came to an abrupt end through injury. After a spell training young players, Dickie became a professional umpire and currently tours the corporate circuit delighting audiences with anecdotes from the world of cricket. He is also the author of a number of best selling books and the Founder of the Dickie Bird Foundation.

 
Mark Butcher

 

Mark became a first-class cricketer at a young age. Adroit with bat and as a bowler, Mark is currently enjoying success with Surrey and England.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Angus Fraser

 

Angus Fraser is a former Captain for Middlesex CC and member of the England Team. Since his retirement from playing, Angus has been a keen member of the Sky Sports and Radio 5 Test Match Special Teams and is currently fulfilling a role as leading cricket correspondent for the Independent Newspaper. He is an experienced after dinner speaker.

 
David Gower: OBE

 

David began his cricketing career with Leicestershire before moving on to Hampshire and England, at one time ranking No. 1 in the world. Since retiring from the game, David has worked as columnist and writer for various newspapers and periodicals. He has been a regular commentator for BBC television and radio as well as Sky TV and is frequently seen on television guesting on shows such as They Think It's All Over. He is also an accomplished speaker.

 
Allan Lamb

 

Allan Lamb played professional cricket for Northants and England from 1978 until 1995. Following his successful testimonial, he founded Lamb Associates working on the corporate circuit. He is a popular sporting & after dinner speaker.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Geoff Miller

 

Having amassed twenty years of experience on the professional cricketing circuit, Geoff has accumulated a vast number of humorous anecdotes with which to entertain his highly appreciative audiences and not just from the world of cricket. Geoff is not only in popular demand in the UK but also overseas. He is currently touring the UK in Sticky Wicket with the stars of Test Match Special Live.

 
Dermot Reeve: OBE

 

Dermot enjoyed much success as a player for Sussex, Warwickshire and England before firmly establishing himself as an invaluable part of the Channel 4 cricketing media team. His experience includes fronting and hosting studio discussions and award ceremonies and his forceful personality makes him an ideal choice as a speaker.

 
Phil Tufnell

 

Former Middlesex and England cricketer, Phil has recently found new celebrity status since winning I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. He has regularly appeared on TV in such programmes as GMTV, This Morning and Simply The Best. He is currently a team captain on the quiz show They Think It's All Over. In addition to promotional work he is an excellent after dinner speaker.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Martin Bayfield

 

Martin Bayfield was capped for England 31 times before being forced by injury to retire in 1995. He is currently involved in coaching a RUFC youth development side and is now in great demand on the speaking circuit. He recently moved into the world of film as the body double for the character Hagrid in the Harry potter movies.
 

 
Gareth Chilcott

 

Gareth made over 400 appearances for Bath RFC, was an England International between 1984 and 1990 and a British Lion in 1989. Gareth, known as Coach is a natural entertainer and is often found delivering after dinner speeches at sporting and company events all around the UK. He has also made regular guest appearances on various television quiz shows, in addition to working as a sport's presenter and rugby pundit.
 

 
Gavin Hastings: OBE

 

During his playing career, Gavin Hastings captained Watsonians, London Scottish, the Barbarians, the British Lions and Scotland. His Scottish highlights included three World Cups. Following his retirement from the game, he founded his own company specialising in sports marketing and sponsorship and he has been a regular contributor and commentator for the BBC Grandstand team.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Damien Hopley

 

Danien Hopley's playing career lasted for eight years during which time he won three England Caps, a World Cup 7's Winners medal, a Cambridge Blue and a number of accolades with Wasps. With injury, came change and Hopley went on to become PRA Chief Executive and is a popular after dinner speaker.
 

 
Jeff Probyn

 

Jeff was capped for England a total of 37 times encompassing 2 World Cups, 2 Grand Slams, the Lions, the Northern Hemisphere and a World XV. His playing and coaching experiences have given rise to a host of entertaining stories, which Jeff has imparted at a number of events and venues ranging from the Houses of Parliament to the ex-pats in Qatar. He co presents the Rugby Show on television

 
Ian Robertson

 

Ian's playing career ended with an horrific knee injury at the age of 25. He is now a prolific writer and the BBC Rugby Correspondent for both radio and television. In addition, Ian is much sought after as a highly entertaining and amusing after dinner speaker.

 

 

 

 

 

 
Jason Robinson: OBE MBE

 

Former England Captain, Jason Robinson enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame in rugby union having begun his playing career in rugby league. A prolific scorer with phenomenal speed, he was a member of the England World Cup winning squad in 2003 & 2007.
 

 
Chris Sheasby

 

Chris is a former England and London Irish rugby player. He is currently a commentator and analyst for Sky TV.

 
David Trick

 

David Trick played 247 games for Bath Rugby Club and was a member of the England squad from 1980-1986. David can also lay claim to speaking at a number of highly prestigious engagements such as the pre Badminton Horse Trial Dinner in the presence of Prince Charles.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Dennis Taylor

 

Dennis began playing snooker as a child and turned professional in 1971/72. His finest hour was undoubtedly winning the Embassy World Championship in coming from behind and winning 18-17. He is a popular face on television having made numerous guest appearances on a variety of shows and regularly commentates on snooker programmes.
 

 
Willie Thorne

 

Willie Thorne has been a regular amongst the top ranking snooker players since winning the British Isles Under 16 Title in 1970. He has appeared as a guest on shows such as Big Break, A Question of Sport and The Generation Game and is a regular pundit on Sky television's coverage of snooker. Willie is in constant demand as an after dinner speaker particularly at sporting and golf days.
 

 
John Virgo

 

Recognised as one of snooker's greatest exponents, John has been one of the sport's leading lights for many years. He became UK Champion just 3 years after turning professional and is a former Chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association. He has also enjoyed success on TV both as a commentator and as co host of the game show Big Break. His exhibition work is legendary.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Jimmy White: MBE

 

Known as The “Whirlwind” for his style of play, Jimmy White has been runner up in the World Championships no fewer than six times. During his career Jimmy has won in excess of twenty professional titles and is a huge favourite with the sporting public. Constantly in demand for personal appearances, Jimmy recently won the 2004 Daily Record Players Championship

 
 
     
 
 
     
 

 

 

 

 

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