... of documentary The Rovers
1982/3 was Tranmere Rovers centenary season. They should have been over the moon. But by November they were a very sick parrot indeed. Everywhere soccer gates were dwindling. But when you have only 1,500 supporters and live in the shadow of Anfield, the defection of only a few can edge you nearer the Receiver.
To pay their debts they sold players. By selling players they lost even more supporters. It was a downward spiral. Twice they were to make their farewell appearance. Twice they were saved. Even today something could blow the final whistle on the centenary celebrations.
Film cameramen
JOHN AUSTIN, JOHN WALKER Film recordist
UHAHAM HARE
Film editor JANE val baker Executive producer ROCER MILLS Producer
RICHARD LIGHTBODY