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The crowds at English county cricket matches are dominated by senior citizens. Some media commentators can make rather dismissive and patronising comments about these spectators, using terms like the Gold Card Brigade, from the name used for the pensioners' bus pass in some parts of the country. This book argues that senior cricket spectators deserve more respect. It is an observation of how these spectators behave, both individually and collectively, and a reflection on the conversations they have while they are watching cricket. The book provides an affectionate tribute to the enthusiasm, wisdom and stoicism of the older generation at our county grounds and an invitation to all of us to make sure that we value and treasure these loyal spectators.
About the author
Steven Illingworth is a former secondary school teacher and university lecturer who lives in the north of England. He has always followed all types of cricket but has a particular interest in four-day county matches. As well as watching and writing about cricket, he enjoys researching history and will also have a book published soon about Henry VIII.
