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Ian Barry says world is a lesser place after Pat's passing
Northwood Chairman Ian Barry has told the Watford Observer that the world is “in a lesser place” since the death of the “integral” life president, Pat Byrne.
Ian called Pat Byrne an “extraordinary” man who managed to revitalise the club when it was at a difficult place, and made it into the team it is today.
Pat, a former player and manager at the club, died last Saturday at Watford General Hospital after he contracted Covid-19. The Life President was said to have been battling underlying health conditions long before contracting the virus.
He made his playing debut for the Woods back in 1955 following his brother John, and dedicated much of his life to the club including a recent refurbishment, to which he was a donor.
Ian Barry described the life president as an active man who continued working until his 70’s at his car garage in Northwood. He said: “I recall when I joined the club, and he was backing us through some tough times; he’s supported every ground repair, maintenance, he was an absolutely incredible man and the world is in a lesser place without him. We continue because we have to, and he’d want us to.”
Ian explained that Pat’s condition deteriorated quickly as he was rushed to hospital on Tuesday when his symptoms worsened. Just days after, the virus had overtaken him.
“He was welcoming, everyone who met him says exactly the same. He was a gentleman, witty, chatty and loved the community. He touched a lot of people’s lives with his generosity and was an integral part of Northwood Central Club and other clubs.”
Ian ended by saying: “We will pay tribute to him; Pat got the club to where it is today. There will be a permanent memorial for Pat at the ground.”
27 April 2020
Pat Byrne R.I.P.
The club are so very sad to announce that Pat Byrne, our Life President and former Woods player and manager, yesterday evening passed away from Covid-19.
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences go to Shamira and all Pat’s family and friends following the loss of a wonderful man.
It it truly the end of an era, and Northwood FC will never be the same without him.
Last year Pat gave an interesting interview for the matchday programme, and it may bring back memories of him to read it here.
R.I.P. Pat, you will never be forgotten.
26 April 2020
The Woods complete the Spartan League double in 1992!!
As we continue to remind ourselves of better times, here on the official website we are looking back over the years to when Northwood won the Cup!!
Our featured match this afternoon is the Spartan League Cup success in 1992, when Northwood, managed by the late Alan Merison, beat Corinthian Casuals 2-1 in the final at Hanwell Town. That cup victory completed the Woods' Spartan League title and Cup double - and with it, the long-sought promotion to the Isthmian League!
We bring you details of the team line-up, player profiles from the day, photos and the match report here...do you remember this game?
23 April 2020
Recalling the Vandanel Trophy victory in 2000!!
As we continue to remind ourselves of better times, here on the official website we are looking back over the years to when Northwood won the Cup!!
And today our featured match is the Vandanel Trophy success in 2000, when the Woods, managed by Tony Choules, beat Barking 2-1 in the final at Harrow Borough! That was the second occasion on which the Woods had lifted the Isthmian League's associate members' cup.
We bring you details of the team line-up, player profiles from the day and the match report here...do you remember this game?
15 April 2020
Looking back to the club's first cup success ... in 1933
As we continue to remind ourselves of better times, here on the official website we are looking back over the years to when Northwood won the Cup!!
Today we go back to 1933, soon after the club had been formed, and we review the Harrow & District League Cup final - and that trophy was one of three which Northwood United won during that season!
We bring you details of the team line-up, a club focus and the match report here...do you remember this game?
9 April 2020
Garden of Reflection is in fine bloom
The Pete Barry Garden of Reflection at Northwood Football Club is now in full bloom, and it looks magnificent!!
What a shame that the club is currently closed, but the Garden of Reflection will be wonderful to view when we are operational once more.
A reminder that the club are now inviting anyone who wishes to have a plaque displayed on the wall in memory of a loved one to contact us.
The cost is £25 per plaque as a one off payment; the club will arrange for the plaque to be made and installed – the plaque can carry words and a photo of your choice.
Anyone who is interested is invited to contact Ian Barry ibarry@pathfindergtm.com 07956 121300, and supply details and a photo.
8 April 2020
Back in time to 1975 and Woods' Middx League Cup win!!
As we continue to remind ourselves of better times, here on the official website we are looking back over the years to when Northwood won the Cup!!
Today we zoom back 45 years to the club's Middlesex League Cup win in May 1975...
This was the Woods' first trophy since moving up from junior football, and it was against the club's then-arch rivals Yeading, who were on course to lift all three trophies they competed for that season.
But Northwood, the under-dogs and player-managed by Paul Byrne, won 2-1!! We bring you details of the team line-up, the club focus and player profiles from the day and the match report here...do you remember this game?
6 April 2020
Reviewing the 2016 Middlesex Senior Cup victory!!
Today, as we continue to remind ourselves of better times, here on the official website we are looking back to when Northwood won the Cup!!
This afternoon, we recall the Middlesex Senior Cup final victory over Enfield Town in 2016, managed by Mark Burgess.
It was just the second time in their history that Woods had won the county trophy. We bring you details of the team line-up, the player profiles from the day, the match report plus photos here...do you remember this game?
3 April 2020
