Testimonials

[Taunton Blue Genie]

Are testimonials that necessary in an era when footballers earn such gargantuan salaries? If such things take place merely as a sign of respect that's no bad thing - but I thought they were originally organised in less lucrative times in order to send off players (usually into retirement) with a few bob in their pocket.

[lardy]

Are testimonials that necessary in an era when footballers earn such gargantuan salaries? If such things take place merely as a sign of respect that's no bad thing - but I thought they were originally organised in less lucrative times in order to send off players (usually into retirement) with a few bob in their pocket.

The proceeds go to charity nowadays, I think.

[Harry Monk]

Are testimonials that necessary in an era when footballers earn such gargantuan salaries? If such things take place merely as a sign of respect that's no bad thing - but I thought they were originally organised in less lucrative times in order to send off players (usually into retirement) with a few bob in their pocket.

My view is they are a way to show gratitude to our best/ favourite players. Most of the players tend to give the money to charity these days, which is certainly what Super Kev did. For me it was a good day out, a chance to thank Kev for his service to us fans, and I even got to see Damon Searle score a goal!