Stix has assisted an immeasurable number of Leeds United fans over the years, and in various situations – from Match Days and ‘Leeds on the Road’ events, to celebrations, bereavements and ill health; assisting fans at the best and sometimes most-difficult times of their lives.
“The fans are the heartbeat of Our Club” he says, and Marcelo Bielsa himself called him ‘The Bridge’ between the Club and the supporters.
A few years ago I was working as a football coach for a Premier League team in China. One day I came into work and my assistant coach for the day was wearing Leeds gear.
When I returned to the UK I met Stix and told him about Wei Zhang, Stix encouraged me to send Leeds gear to a fan in China so they could be a part of the club. Thankfully we were able to pull this off!
Brought my son Ben to Elland Road for his first time about 10 years ago.None of his friends in school were Leeds fan so it was difficult for him. We went on the tour and Stix was brilliant with everyone especially the kids. At the end we were last to leave and he grabbed me and said the players come in down there in about 10 minutes if the young man would like to meet them. About 20 autographs and photographs later I not only had a fully converted disciple but he started spreading the good word about Leeds to all and sundry. It was a small simple gesture that he didn’t need to do but meant the world to me and Ben. we are forever grateful for it as not only gave us a brilliant memory but has given us the strongest bond of all a father and son could wish for….being Leeds fans. Thanks for everything Stix.Dave
A wonderful night out at Leeds Irish Centre, Gary Edwards and Stix.
I’ll never forget seeing Stix at the Leeds United Trust Exhibition with Pablo Hernandez. I asked him if Marcelo Bielsa would like a copy of my book “Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds United, Leeds United 2018-19. He said definitely, so I signed a book and gave it to him to hand to Marcelo.
The next day Stix rang me to say that Marcelo said thank you which was was lovely. The next day, I received a phone call from the great man himself to say thank you. What a wonderful moment knowing he’d taken the time to thank me personally.
Stix then arranged for me to meet up with Marcelo at Elland Road before a game where there were TV cameras filming and I got a hug from him. Great memories and all thanks to Stix for arranging this for me.
I actually grew up knowing Peter, he was a well known Character in Crossgates Leeds, he is also a keen & talented musician, he knew my parents, I used to see him match days and would just say hello, anyway, one evening match whilst in the Chamionship we got talking, I explained where I knew him from & how he knew my parents & how I used to say hello to him in passing back in the day, well, he took me & my friends to one side and told us to visit him at half time & full time, where he took us into the players lounge where we had a quick bite & drink, there was Paul Reaney (who knows my sister), Norman (Bites yer legs) and other legends, it was an amazing experience, I cannot thank or praise Peter enough, he is one of those genuine characters, a true gentleman. All the best for now Peter. Hope to see you back at the Mighty Whites, sooner rather than later.
Was invited by a Watford Director to match vs Leeds in FA Cup. Met Stix and Peter Lorimor at half time for a cuppa. Stix was so enthusiastic about Leeds and his job; amazing man, whom I met only once but was struck by his passion and love for Leeds United FC ❤️
I have known Stix for some 40 years
Merry Christmas Stix, love from your friends from Leicester, Sam, Alanya, Sienna and Mellieha 💛🤍💙
My father Paul and myself did a Stadium Tour, with Stix. We could have stayed and listened all day to the history and the stories he told, he was super friendly and welcoming and made the day even more special for us.
A true Leeds Legend 🙂
For years, Stix has been a genuine and caring individual part of Leeds United and served lots of different charities. One memory which comes to mind is when he organised my grandson to be the away mascot at Hull City and made him feel at ease from start to finish. My grandson is forever grateful for the day.
In life, people can need a little help now and again but Stix doesn’t give a little he gives a lifetime of help.
Kevin Ryding, Adam and Jack
