Mike Collins

Mike Collins

Although born in London, Mick was brought up in Wellingborough and came to the attention of Luton after playing for the Northants youth side.

Signing on at Kenilworth Road in 1955 Mick had to bide his time, as his favoured centre-half position was always taken by skipper Syd Owen or understudy Terry Kelly. When he eventually got his chance it was in an ageing team which was about to tumble through the divisions.

He reluctantly went to Chelmsford, joining up with Alan Collier and then moved to Bedford to be followed by Collier before both played in the Eagles 1965/66 F.A.Cup run.

In later years Mick became manager of Dunstable Town and lived in Wellingborough. He passed away on the 26th March 2024.