Michael Rashman, former Manchester Jewish Soccer League (MJSL) player, has launched the MJSL Hall of Fame to be celebrated at a dinner in November.
Although the MJSL may have come to an end in 2023, Mike Rashman is hoping to bring back its spirit and honour those who made it.
The MJSL Hall of Fame will be unveiled at a charity dinner on November 27th at the Hilton Suite in Prestwich. Mike is calling out for MJSL ‘old boys’ from Manchester, Broughton Park, Liverpool, Leeds, Blackpool, Southport, and Sheffield who played, managed, coached, refereed, or played a part in the league from the 1960s onwards.
Mike was inspired to create the hall of fame after a conversation with family: “One of my grandchildren asked me if I’d ever played football and I realised that they only know me as I am today, not the young sportsman I once was. If that was happening to me, it must be happening to my ex-teammates.
“Sadly, many of my ex-teammates and opponents are no longer with us but I saw an opportunity for players and managers of years gone by to come together for an evening of memories, entertainment, and fun while we’re still here to tell the tales.”
At the dinner, there will be 24 tables of 10 at a cost of £50 per person which will include a three-course meal and welcome drink. There’ll be entertainment and a sports memorabilia auction and raffle will be held, raising money for Bury Hospice, Focus Foundation, and Manchester Maccabi.
Individuals or businesses wishing to sponsor the event or advertise in the brochure can contact Mike at mdrashman@hotmail.com or on 07710 226 350.
