A LIFELONG Barnsley supporter is producing a book to explore the relationship Reds' fans have with 'their' club, about the thoughts, feelings and emotions they have and the passion they feel for Barnsley FC.

When the Reverend Tiverton Preedy founded the club in 1887 in what was then a staunch Rugby town he was said to want to "build a soccer team the Rugbyites will not crush."By the time of his death in 1928 it was clear he had achieved his dream, but I wonder if he had any idea of the importance that Barnsley FC would have in the lives of so many people over the years?

Last season Patrick Cryne captured his thoughts on it: "Being a Barnsley supporter is not an easy journey as I know full well. Over the 50 years that I have watched the Reds, I have seen us play in all the divisions. I have seen some seasons with great promise fulfilled and many more where we struggled throughout. So why do I do it, and why do you? I suggest that we support Barnsley not just out of a passion for football, for there are clubs much better placed than we are in terms of football tradition, but because we are proud of our town and its surrounding villages, and the unique heritage that belongs to our part of Yorkshire and the people who live here or originate from these parts.

"Barnsley Football Club is the rallying point for that pride. For those who support us who have no origins in our town, but have formed a connection to become supporters, you are nonetheless our brothers in the cause of keeping alive something precious, something more than a commercial brand name - Barnsley Football Club is part of our identity as a town, and continues a lineage of fans that started with the Norfolk-born Reverend Tiverton Preedy in 1887."

So what does this great club mean to you? Why do you love and care for your team? What have been the highpoints, and the lows that stick in your mind? What's the best goal you've seen from a Barnsley player, and the most memorable game you've seen at Oakwell? Who is your favourite player? What's your favourite away day? And what are your hopes for the future?

The book will capture the thoughts of every Barnsley supporter who wants to contribute and tell their 'story'.Everyone whose contribution is accepted will have their name printed in it and will have their passion for their club recognised and reflected - for all time!

So get involved by submitting your contributions to the questions that will appear both online and in the Matchday Magazine over the next few weeks. This week's question is:

What has been the highpoint for you whilst supporting Barnsley?And the lowest point?

Send your reasons, your thoughts, feelings or story to: myclubmypassion@yahoo.co.uk by March 12th and make sure you include your full name for inclusion in the book.

The book itself will be published in November - more details soon.

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