Pitch Leasing:
We had our first stage meeting, and the main issue of car parking has been resolved! Gillian and Mark will return for a second meeting to finalise things. The council has requested a “pitch licence,” which allows us to build dugouts, fencing, etc., until the lease is completed. Other clubs have done this already. We’re already building dugouts and roped-off areas to enhance the pitch’s appearance.
Pitch Improvements:
Extensive drainage and new grass seeding for both pitches have been agreed upon with John McConnell from the council. This means we’ll soon have two pitches with excellent playing surfaces!
Dressing Rooms:
A new shower system has been installed, and we’ll be doing cosmetic work (e.g., paintwork, new clothes hooks). We’ll also regain access to the hockey rooms for storage and a physio bench. And no, the rumors about Mark Brooks being the new physio are not true!
Floodlights:
Floodlights will be reintroduced to part of the pitch area. We have options for Thursday evening training, and Alan Johnson from the council is exploring further options to assist us.
New Facility:
The council has confirmed funding of £2.5 million for the new facility. Despite delays due to COVID-19 and a lack of government, we are high on the priority list, and our councillors support our project bid. The facility has been approved at the council level, and all groundwork is complete.
Sponsors and New Kits:
We are reaching out to close to 50 sponsors for the upcoming season, and new kits have been ordered. Training and friendly matches are scheduled & confirmed ahead of the new season. Our committee, along with the first and second teams, are working hard to relaunch the club both on and off the field.
We need your support to complete the jigsaw!!
Let’s make this season a great one!
