David was kind enough to do an email interview over the last couple of days and I have discovered that this young man hails from Cardross in the West of Scotland, not far from Dumbarton. His own football career was short and ended at the age of 20 when he moved south, initially to Dover, in 1989. Before leaving Bonnie Scotland he played for Denny Amateurs under 18s and Cardross Rock FC. As a supporter his first love was Dumbarton but as he grew into his teens the lure of the Bhoys in green took his fancy and he considers that his second team is Celtic.
David moved to the North East in 1993 and currently lives in the village of Easington 16 miles from Brewery Field. He is in his second stint as Secretary, his first spell ended on a high note when The Moors won the Vase in 2013. He returned to the role earlier this year. The Scottish influence is strong as David, like any good Scotsman, is keen to look after the pennies. He has a reluctance to spend the club's money and quite sensibly would rather leave it in the bank. David is a family man and likes nothing better than spending time in the company of his grandson Spencer. What is the betting that he refers to the wee fella as 'Spenny'? Interesting to note that with the grandparent rule young Spencer is qualified to play for Scotland ... although maybe not for a few years.
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| Scotsman David Leitch with his grandson Spencer |
He, like all at Spennymoor Town is looking forward to the big match against Lincoln United on October the 15th when The Moors take on the Minnows from Lincolnshire. Spennymoor are now in a role-reversal position of being favourites. Will they manage to swat Lincoln United like a mosquito on the hide of a rhino or will the mosquito bite. It promises to be a great match on the Road to Wembley from Scotland.
Tomorrow I hope to report on links between Lincoln United and Bella Caledonia. Come back tomorrow for an update.
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