Chelmsford Cobras - Mel Smith #21

Data last edited: Nov 27 2011
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Name Mel Smith
Team Chelmsford Cobras
Number 21
Date of birth 25th February 1973
Place of birth Romford
Height 5ft 5
Previous team(s) Chelmsford Cobras (ages ago!), Streatham Strikers, Durham Dynamites, Sunderland Scorpions and Guildford Lightning
Position Defence
Shoots Right
Writes Right
Relatives involved in hockey Sort of - husband Damian played for the Durham Wasps, Guilford Flames and Slough Jets but he's had enough now!
When did you start playing? Years ago! 1988 I think.
Worst injury My fingernails have taken quite a battering, but seriously probably my knee
Best hockey moment probably the playoffs at Humberside with Streatham (they're definitely the most memorable!)
Favourite team probably Newcastle (I would say that though!)
Favourite rink Guildford
Love life Husband - Damian
Pets I can't look after myself, let alone a pet!
Where do you live? Upminster
What job do you do? Account Manager for an advertising agency
Biggest influence Fiona King (not sure if that is good or bad though!)
Qualities you admire in others honesty and straight talking
Favourite food Chocolate
Favourite film Any BVI film (I have to say that as I'm responsible for their advertising!)
Favourite Colour Blue
Favourite Music nothing in particular
Hobbies Shopping

Player stats
Season#NameGPGAPtsPIMShotsShooting %
1987 Mel Taylor82020
1988 Mel Taylor100332
200021Mel Smith3000030.00%
TOTALS212352

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