Thousands of Southend United supporters flocked to the Shrimpers "Boots and Laces" training ground yesterday as the League Two side held their annual "Meet the Blues Day."
Old and new - a Shrimper veterans team takes on the current youth squad at the Meet the Blues afternoon Picture: ANNA LUKALA
The newly assembled Seasiders squad were all on hand to sign autographs after being put through a light training session by boss Steve Tilson who then joined his players by being soaked in the stocks by the Roots Hall faithful who paid for the privilege.
A former Southend United XI -- which included David Crown, Paul Sansome and Paul Clark then sealed a 6-5 win over the Shrimpers youth team, which also included Jay Smith, with Crown bagging a brace and Garry Nelson a hat-trick.
Fans were also treated to a display from the club's Blue Belles cheerleaders, while a number of stalls and prizes helped increase the day's enjoyment for those present -- including 12 year old Adam Davis from Hockley.
"It was a really good day," he said. "I got all the players autographs plus the new kit and now I really can't wait for the season to start. We're going to win promotion for sure."
Published Monday August 2, 2004
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