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Honorary Members

Welcome to our page dedicated to the hardworking people who have played for and supported the Old Esthameians for generations. We owe a great deal of appreciation to our honorary members for their invaluable contributions, charity and unwavering dedication over the years. Thank you.

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In Memory

It is with much sadness that club notes the passing of its most famous Old E – Ronnie “ticker” Boyce, the West Ham legend, who playing alongside Geoff Hurst and Bobby Moore, scored the winning goal during injury time in the 1964 FA Cup final. The Hammers beat Preston North End 3-2 to take the club’s first major trophy in its history.

Our sincere condolences are extended to the family and friends of this quiet Old E and West Ham hero.

Thanks Ronnie.

Ronnie Boyce 1943 - 2025

Ronnie holding the FA Cup

Ronnie Front Centre

A minutes silence

On Saturday 15th February, Old E’s remembered Ronnie with a minute’s silence before the Division one fixture against West Essex Reserves FC.

Rest in Peace mate, you will not be forgotten!

Club Presidents

President

Dean Waterman

Born and raised in Stratford, I attended East Ham Grammar school in 1968 the school from which Old E’s originated. I have been associated with the club on the social side since 1971 taking on the role of Chairman in 2013.

I am happy & proud of my tenure as Chairman, and was equally pleased to become President of the club in 2024.

My support will continue for as long as I draw breath !

Honours

Clubman of Year 2013

Elected Roles

Chairman 2013 - 2024

President 2024

Read more about Dean

Life Vice President

Steve Wilkes

I was born in East Ham and raised in Manor Park. I started at East Ham GC in September 1969. East Ham GS became Langdon Comprehensive in September 1971.

I played my first game for the Old Es in 1973 and went on to play over 750 games for the club .

Honours

I was Clubman of the Year 4 times.

1980-81 I captained the 2nd XI to a historical AFA intermediate trophy and Sal Division 1 double.

We were also runners up in the Old Boys Cup

1974 Old Boys - Minor Cup winners

1980-81 AFA Intermediate Cup and SAL Reserve team section Div 1 winners

1982-83 SAL Reserve team section Div 1 winners

1984-85 SAL Reserve team section Div 2 winners

1987- 88 SAL Reserve team section Div 1 winners

1992-93 Old Boys Senior Cup

1994-95 Old Boys Vets Cup winners

Elected Roles

I became Club Secretary in 1986 and filled this role until 1992 when I became Chairman, a position I held for 10 years.

Life Vice President

John Roger

I was born and raised in Barking. In 1989 I was invited by a work colleague to join the Old Es when the club was based at Langdon School. At the time, the Old Es were running 7 Sides. I played for the lower XIs from 1989 to 2010, playing over 500 games for the club, mostly at Right Back.

Honours

7th XI SAL Div I Champions 1992/93

7th XI Old Boys Cup Winner 1992/93

Capt. 5th XI 1997/98 winning the SAL Div II North.

5th XI SAL Div III North Champions 2003/04

3 Times Clubman of Year 1992/93, 1997/98 and 2008/09

Elected Roles

Honorary Secretary 1992-2024

Club Vice President 2009

Life Vice President 2024

Life Vice President

Keith Coffey

Having attended East Ham Grammar school I have been associated with the Old Esthameians for over 50 years.

After returning to London following college I played a few games for the club and joined the committee in 2001.

I used to occasionally make an appearance for the team. This only happened if we were leading by several goals and purely for glory hunting purposes.

Honours

I ran the 5th XI who were league winners which resulted in me receiving the clubman of the year award.

Elected Roles

I then managed the 3rd XI before becoming the referee secretary, a post I held for over 20 years.

Life Vice President 2024

Life Vice President

Kevin Game

Born East Ham

Attended Langdon School

Debut for 1st XI at seventeen.

Remained with the 1st Xl as player, player coach and manager for the next 26 years.

Honours

Southern Amateur League Senior Division One Champions.

1980-1981:

2003-2004

AFA SenIor Cup Winners.

1983-1984

1985-1986

O.B Senior Cup Winners.

1979/80 1980/81 1992/93 1994/95 2000/01 2002/03.

Vice President

Barry Gotham

Born towards the end of W.W.2, in September 1944, grew up in East Ham, and was fortunate enough to gain admission to the hallowed institution of E.H.G.S. for Boys in 1956. Joined the Old Boys soon after leaving school, and enjoyed a career extending 30 plus years.

Couldn’t precisely calculate the total number of games played, however, some discerning judges might suggest it was far too many!!

Finally hung up the boots at 52, during which time was fortunate to have played in all sides, in all positions, including a final season in goal for the 7th Eleven.

Was also able to experience possibly the most important development in the club’s history, when elevated from the Southern Olympian League to the Southern Amateur League. At various times, successfully captained a side, and played in teams winning leagues, AFA Cups, and Old Boys Cups.

In appreciation of the many great times and lasting friendships afforded by club membership, was able to offer a little in return by participating in the management of the club by service on the committee in differing roles and assisting in the financial well being by organising revenue generating social activities at the much lamented original clubhouse.

Honours

Proud to say as a result of these efforts, was a very early recipient of the Clubman of the Year award.

Vice President

Ronnie Boyce

We are also honoured, with the agreement of his family, to posthumously appoint Ronnie as Vice president to the Club of his youth.

It is with much sadness that club notes the passing of its most famous Old E – Ronnie “ticker” Boyce, the west Ham legend who playing alongside Geoff Hurst and Bobby Moore, scored the winning goal ,in injury time in the 1964 FA Cup final. The Hammers beat Preston North End 3-2 to take the club’s first major trophy in its history.

But Ronnie contributed more than that, scoring 2 of the 3 goals that beat a Manchester United side, which included Best ,Law and Charlton 3-1, in the preceding FA cup semi-final. He went on to score West Ham’s first goal ever in a European tournament later that year against La Gantoise. Such great achievements for a 21 year old.

Boyce was a young man in his footballing prime, playing at the top of the English club football game and he was formed like many of his peers in London’s East end. After playing for East Ham Grammar school, Ronnie joined the Old E’s before moving on and remaining with West Ham for the whole of his professional football career.