IDIOT'S GUIDE
The Red Passion Profile

No.5: Kevin Dearden by Ben Williams
- Appearance: Sumo wrestler would be a little
harsh, but Id say he looks more like the guy youd see propping up the bar in
the Turf than Wrexhams new man between the sticks.
- Attitude: Lets his defence know when
theyve done something wrong, which can only be a good thing, but is sometimes too
quick to blame others for his, admittedly rare, errors.
- Style: Surprisingly agile for a man of his
physique, Kevin is not afraid to dive at the feet of oncoming strikers, is more than
competent from crosses and corners, and makes his fair share of spectacular saves.
- Best moment in a red (well, yellow) shirt:
Hasnt had many outstanding games as yet (for a definition of outstanding
see Cartwright at Maine Road last season) but has been consistently solid as the last line
of defence, and gives his back-four a confidence which was lacking last season.
- Worst moment in a red shirt: Dropping a
cross straight to one of his former Brentford teammates which effectively lost us the game
earlier this season.
- Image: Cockney tough guy without an eating
disorder.
- Claim to fame: Played a major part in his
first taste of Wrexham giant-killing v Boro.
- Friends say: Excellent shot-stopper, solid,
dependable, not afraid to organise his defence and put right their mistakes.
- Enemies say: Too small to be a top-class
keeper - could do with cutting down on the pies.
- Fame prospects: Perhaps too late to make a
name for himself as a top Premiership keeper, perhaps could cut it in the First Division,
but thats looking increasingly unlikely if he stays at Wrexham!!
- Sex appeal: Definitely NOT applicable!!
- Value in current market: Between £150,000
and £200,000.
- Describe him in three words only: Fat,
solid, dependable.