Name: Derek Ryder
DOB: 18th February 1947
Dale debut: Scunthorpe United – 10th August 1968
Last game: Barnsley – 3rd April 1972
Also played for: Leeds United, Cardiff City, Southport
Time at Dale: Having spent my early time at Leeds United as an apprentice before moving down to Cardiff City for a couple of years, I served under two managers at Rochdale, gentlemen Bob Stokoe and Len Richley, who were a privilege to work for, making 167 appearances in the Football League scoring a solitary goal.
The most difficult opponent was Jimmy Conway (Fulham & Eire international)
Favourite memories of playing for Dale: Playing with the promotion winning team with excellent team players great days to be involved at the club with a great atmosphere both in the dressing room and on the terraces, especially after the win against Southend United on 10th May 1969.
What are you doing since leaving Dale?: Retired living in Leeds living the life!!!
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