Football was the main focus of Sutton Coldfield’s January  meeting  held at Moor Hall Hotel Sutton Coldfield  on Monday 9^th January when  they welcomed John Eustace Head Coach of Championship side Birmingham City F.C . John was introduced by  Vice President Peter Westbook who  outlined  his  playing career at Coventry City, Stoke City, Watford  and Derby County and  his managerial career at Kidderminster Harriers , Queens Park Rangers and now at Birmingham City.  John then took part in a question and answer session  from brothers and guests  on subjects  ranging  from – The challenges of a managerial position , relationship with players  supporters club, talking  to the media preparing for games , financial aspect of the club and the transfer market.  The evening was most informative into the insight of the game and was particularly welcomed by all blues fans in the room. John Eustace personally introduced himself to all those present finding out there  were rival supporters from Aston Villa, Southampton and Stoke City.  Two circle Blue Nose supporters – Mike Mc Namara and Liam Tomlinson are seen in the photo together with John Eustace in the centre.

Sutton Coldfield Circle held its Christmas Party after its meeting on 12^thDecember . Although attendance was down on pre covid occasions  some 35 brothers, wives and guests enjoyed  a festive occasion . In the chair at dinner was Brother Fred Kettell who ably led the assembled in a range of popular carols.  At the circle meeting Brother President Mark McGrail Presented Brother Mike Gaffney  with a £50-00 celebration gift voucher on behalf of the circle to mark the occasion of the award of his 50 year Membership Scroll at the November Circle meeting.