HE was part of the Crazy Gang's famous FA Cup win over Liverpool in 1998 but just a long throw from his former Wimbledon home, John Scales is helping Step 4 Raynes Park Vale realise their own dreams.
The 57-year-old former Liverpool, Tottenham and England star is a club consultant at the Step 4 outfit.
Last year they won promotion from the Combined Counties League and Josh Gallagher's Isthmian South Central side are in the thick of a title race once again.
And Scales relishes the opportunity to help make a significant impact in south west London.
"I've been involved with Raynes Park Vale for a few years now," Scales told The NLP. "I joined when I managed to persuade a gentleman, who now owns the club, to get involved.
"We shared a vision for the club's future and the surrounding community. Our aim is to position Raynes Park Vale as a central force for positive change in Raynes Park and working on this been incredibly enjoyable.
"We aim to create something exceptional within the community, and create a legacy that will last for generations." Vale earned promotion from Combined Counties Premier Division South last year, securing an impressive 99 points under head coach Gallagher, twin brother of ex-England C captain Jake and elder sibling of England and Chelsea star Conor.
This story is from the December 03, 2023 edition of The Non-League Football Paper.
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