I was fortunate to spend a lot of time with Bob in my role as programme editor at Saints. He would often write the lead player feature. As someone who had been there and done it with the Echo, Bob’s ability to prise stories out of footballers is a skill I was in awe of. 1/3
So sad to hear of the passing of @dailyecho@SportsPink legend Bob Brunskell. For many years he was the most trusted source for @SouthamptonFC news with the great ability to build trust with the club while retaining his honesty and integrity, writing with wit and real insight.
@DavidPalman Great that his name will live on alongside those articles. Bob saw a lot of the club.
I dug out a couple of his programme interviews last night, they still read so well.
Every personal conversation was enjoyable, often straying to the misfortunes of our teams Sunderland and Ipswich. Covering a successful time at Southampton masked those shared frustrations. 2/3
Sad to see #SaintsFC relegated and staff numbers being cut. Things may not be as bad as the admin days but I hope they find a way forward quickly. Getting out of the Championship took a monumental effort last time. Want to see them battle with Ipswich for promotion next season 😏