Down Memory Lane
Any meeting between Wednesday and Hartlepool will inevitably conjure up images of that sunny day at the Millennium Stadium on May 29th, 2005. The League 1 Play-Off Final was, in every sense, a real winner-takes-all clash. It was an evenly contested game but Wednesday were trailing 2-1 when in desperation Paul Sturrock made 3 substitutions for the final 15 minutes, bringing on Patrick Collins, Drew Talbot and top goalscorer Steve MacLean who hadn't played since early March due to injury. 

The Owls began to take control, the pressure intensified, but the big turning point came in the 82nd minute when the 'Pools centre-half Chris Westwood – as last man - pulled down Talbot to concede a penalty and earn himself a red card. MacLean celebrated his return by dispatching the spot kick; we then continued to dominate but couldn't find a winner within the 90 minutes. 

The match went into extra-time and Glenn Whelan sent us into wonderland with a terrific strike in the first period. The remaining minutes were a little anxious but then with seconds remaining Drew Talbot broke through, rounded the keeper and sent over 40,000 of us Wednesdayites into unadulterated ecstasy! 

In Five Days’ Time
Whilst reminiscing about former glories, let's not forget April 21st, 1991. Now that really is a cause for celebration as it remains the last time SWFC won a major trophy, when we beat Manchester United 1-0 at Wembley, to win the Rumbelows League Cup. Goalscorer John Sheridan became a legend at the Club, as did all the players who played that day. But an enduring memory that prevails in the mind of all the players is when the team coach turned into Wembley Way before the game; it was to be greeted with a sea of blue and white with hardly a red scarf in sight. Not only did we lift the Cup that day but the noise generated by our supporters obliterated their rivals inside and outside the ground with a non stop display of passion, encouragement and total commitment from start to finish.

Already an Owl!
A special welcome to Hillsborough today to six-day-old Isabella Kate Hoyland, daughter to Wednesdayite Director Eddie and his wife Laura. Isabella was born on Sunday and by Monday was already sat with Dad and big brother Tommy watching her first Sheffield Derby on DVD. Reports are unconfirmed that when Steve Watson scored for the Owls, she said her first words “can’t wait to stuff them next season, Dad!”

Wednesdayite Away Coach
Our popular away coach service will be running to forthcoming games, and regularly features quizzes, Dave’s (in)famous Football Bingo, as well as DVDs to pass the time on longer journeys. Please book early as this service is increasingly popular – and if demand is such we are more than happy to charter additional coaches.

Walsall – 23rd Apr 2011 Depart 11:00am*

Kick off is at 3.00pm and a Wednesdayite Coach service will be departing from the Wednesdayite Car Park, Penistone Road (Opposite the Kop at Hillsborough) at 11:00am prompt.

Prices for this journey are:
Wednesdayite Adult Members: £15.00
Wednesdayite Junior Members: £13.00
Non-members: £16.00
Junior Non-members: £15.00

For any more details about the service, please contact Wednesdayite Director Jeff Williams on 07961 558564, visit the website, or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

* Departure times are from the Wednesdayite car park on Penistone Road, other departure points are available.

The Lounge at the Niagara
The popular Wednesdayite Lounge is open to all members and guests (guests welcome for the nominal fee of £1.00 per person). It is situated in the Niagara Sports & Social Club, Niagara Road, S6, just a short walk from the ground. Good food and a wide selection of drinks are available as well as Sky Sports on the big screen! Come and meet the Wednesdayite team and perhaps even win big on the football card draw!

Opening times are as follows – 3pm kick-offs – opens at 12 Noon until 2.45pm... Evening games from 6pm til 7.30pm... Openings for midweek Cup games may vary.

Up The Owls, 
Wednesdayite


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