Notts County fans pay tribute to Mick Vinter

The opening of this memorial message has been constructed by Notts fan @Darryl Broughton, as fan messages came pouring in the news – first with the Notts County Supporters Club. It quickly became apparent how much the magpies’ star had touched the lives of many.

Mick Vinter joined Notts County in 1971/1972 season, he was a great player for the reserves, being the top scorer with 26 goals from that season.

He continued to be a regular striker for the reserves making the odd substitute appearance for the first team in the early days.

Eventually, he made a regular striking partnership in the first team with Les Bradd in season 1975/1976.

It was a joy and pleasure to have watched him play for Notts County.

Notts County fans pay respect to Mick Vinter:

Team-mate Les Bradd described the passing of Magpies' legend as, "Very sad to hear."

Notts County also lead paying respects, with a beautiful piece from former BBC commentator Colin Slater.

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Vinter was not quite as prolific the following term despite being the Magpies’ leading scorer with 12 goals in 41 outings, notably including a hat-trick in a 4-1 home win over Sheffield United.

In the summer of 1979 he was allowed to leave Notts when Wrexham made a transfer bid of £150,000 but he was never as successful as in his later years at Meadow Lane. After Wrexham he moved on to three other league clubs - Oxford United, Mansfield Town and Newport County.

The full article can be read over on the OS website - Here.

We at Pride of Nottingham would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mick Vinter, who has sadly passed away aged 65.