Unofficial Halesowen Town FC Forum

Why was there no minutes applause in honour of Nelson Mandela before todays game. I quote from the league website "a minute’s applause is taking place at fixtures across the Evo-Stik Northern Premier League on Saturday."

Never knew he played for us.....

I believe this was optional to all clubs.

Keep political figures out of sport - you know it makes sense. Besides, the BBC, ITV and Sky are doing enough to make us all aware of his death.

When I saw it on match of the day etc I assumed the ref forgot as he did kick off a minute early.

Agree Mandeler had nothing to do with Halesowen Town FC or Lincoln United.

I don't think it was necessary.

lutleyyeltz wrote:Keep political figures out of sport - you know it makes sense. Besides, the BBC, ITV and Sky are doing enough to make us all aware of his death.

Nail on head sir. Politics causes enough problems in sport!