Cult Hero 09: Danny Sonner
Cult hero Danny Sonner: when one talks about Danny Sonner to Vale fans, you can be certain of a mixed reaction as he’s one of those players who divides opinion.
Cult hero Danny Sonner: when one talks about Danny Sonner to Vale fans, you can be certain of a mixed reaction as he’s one of those players who divides opinion.
Robertus Petrus van der Laan or Robin van der Laan to Vale fans, did not confirm to stereotypes.
Cult hero Brett Angell: sometimes, when you have to pick a cult hero, it really helps to choose one that fits the stereotypes. And Brett Angell certainly ticks all the boxes…
Cult hero Kevin Finney: some cult heroes build their reputation over months or even years – Kevin Finney’s cult credentials was assured after a solitary FA Cup goal…
Cult hero Simon Mills: our fifth Vale cult hero wasn’t scary, wasn’t controversial and wasn’t rubbish, he was just a thoroughly likeable player…
Cult hero Bob Hazell: our fourth Vale cult hero is one of the Valiants’ scariest, most intimidating and unpredictable characters of all-time…
We profile Bob Newton, a burly striker, a one season wonder and idol of the terraces.
If Ron Futcher (Total Cult number one) was a triumph of a football brain over questionable physique, then David Riley was a triumph of hard graft over questionable talent.
Cult hero Ron Futcher: the striker was an explosive mix of mood swings, supreme skill and bad haircuts. He is a worthy entrant to our Cult hall of fame.