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Jimmy Hill - RIP

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  1. smhbcfc

    smhbcfc Well-Known Member

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    I work with a big Coventry fan, so I knew Jimmy Hill was not well (diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2008) and that things were getting worse.

    Jimmy was certainly the face of football in my childhood and he seemed to be able to move with the times - as football changed his opinion never seemed outdated.

    What an amazing legacy he leaves - from the scrapping of maximum wage for footballers to 3 points for a win and all-seater stadiums

    Memorably he ran the line in a 1st Division match (would never happen now with the 4th official)

    We have our own piece of history with Jimmy - the Coventry game where we played out a draw for both teams to stay up

    RIP Jimmy - a top football man
     
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    smhbcfc, Dec 20, 2015
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    Red Robin Well-Known Member

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    He was the face of football when i was in my teens,RIP Jimmy and a Coventry legend.
     
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    Red Robin, Dec 20, 2015
  3. Angelicnumber16

    Angelicnumber16 Well-Known Member

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    Likewise.

    A major factor of the professional game in the 60's, 70's, 80's and beyond.

    By all accounts he wasn't a precious person either, and modern day players earning millions should say thank you to the deals he struck and his legacy.

    RIP Jimmy <rose>
     
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    Angelicnumber16, Dec 20, 2015
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    invermeremike Well-Known Member

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    RIP Jimmy, I saw you many times and loved your dedication to your chosen profession.
     
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    invermeremike, Dec 20, 2015
  5. Supcon72

    Supcon72 Well-Known Member

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    Very sad, a genuine football man who cared about the game itself, not the money in generates. His kind will not be seen within the game again I fear.

    RIP Jimmy
     
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    Supcon72, Dec 21, 2015

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