John Lyons talks to John Rudge about his impressive career and new projects...

YOU don’t get too many people who are popular at both Port Vale and Stoke City, but John Rudge is one of them.
The Potteries duo both benefited from Rudge’s knowledge and wisdom over a long period. While he is better known for his time at Vale – Rudge spent three years as assistant manager before taking the top job for an impressive 16 years – it shouldn’t be forgotten that he then enjoyed 14 years as director of football at the Potters.
Now club president at Port Vale, the 78-year-old attends all their games hom...