Stafford Rangers FC Mourns the Loss of Former Assistant Manager

Stafford Rangers FC Mourns the Loss of Former Assistant Manager

May 13, 2024 | Club News

Archie King Remembered

Archie King

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our former assistant manager, Archie King.

Archie King came to Stafford Rangers in the summer of 1998 as assistant to the newly appointed manager Ian Painter.

He was a multi talented sportsman and represented England U17s in basketball but it was in the sport of football where Archie is widely remembered.

He played for a number of clubs in and around the Black Country region. Starting at Darlaston, he went on to play for Hednesford, Stourbridge, Willenhall, Dudley and Bilston.

The Painter – King team stayed together at Stafford for four seasons, winning the Dr Martens League Western Division in 2000 and setting a new club record of 23 league games unbeaten in the process.

Although the best of his playing days were behind him, King did make the odd appearance when duty called. His long awaited debut came a month after his 41st birthday as a substitute in the 2-0 win at Weymouth in April 2001. He went on to make two more substitute appearances that season and another at the end of the following season.

The Painter – King duo left Stafford at the end of the 2002 season and, shortly afterwards, were appointed in similar roles at Hednesford Town where King was credited with spotting the potential in a young defender by the name of Ashley Williams. Williams went on to have a successful professional career and also captained Wales.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to Archie’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed, and his legacy will live on in our hearts.

Stafford Rangers FC

 

Commercial Deal Secured

Commercial Deal Secured

May 9, 2024 | Advertising, Club News

New Billboards now installed

Starlite dealStafford Rangers FC are delighted to announce that we’ve signed a commercial deal with Starlite Outdoor that will see 3 x billboards measuring 6m x 3m installed on the car park for up to 7 years. As part of the deal, SRFC will be able to advertise on one of the billboards for up to 28 days per year for free.

The deal also allows the Club to switch to a 6m x 3m illuminated LED sign when the market improves and if both parties agree.

Planning permission for an illuminated LED sign was approved in September 2023 following the Club’s successful planning appeal against Stafford Borough Council’s refusal of the original planning application. The Club has until September 2028 to install an LED sign under the current planning permission.

The deal with Starlite Outdoor continues the Club’s association with Anastasi family. The director of Starlite Outdoor is Chris Anastasi, his father Savvas Anastasi played for Stafford Rangers in the late 1980s to early 1990s.

The Club are delighted to continue our relationship with the Anastasi family, and we hope to see them at Stafford Rangers games in the future.

If anyone is interested in advertising on the billboards, please contact Chris Anastasi.

For all other advertising and sponsorship enquires please contact Roy Sales or Tel: 01785 602430 Option 3.

Stafford Rangers FC

 

 

Message to all fans

Message to all fans

Apr 30, 2024 | Club News

A heartfelt thank-you for your support

We appreciate it has been an exceedingly difficult season on the pitch and we have tried our utmost, to avoid relegation keeping hopes alive until the penultimate game of the season. We are personally gutted and share the disappointment felt by every supporter. We all share the same hopes and dreams whether you are on the pitch, in the dugouts, stand or terraces. It hurts and no one likes it. We have learned a great deal during the 23/24 campaign and must ensure that we change and move forward.

What has been unwavering is the total support of fans who have continued to follow the team home and away all season. We cannot thank you enough and are humbled by your commitment, loyalty and passion.

We would also like to thank the numerous unsung heroes who volunteer week in, week out, to ensure this fabulous club is able to function professionally on match-days and all those members of staff that go the extra mile to deliver match-day experiences and functions, that contribute to the financial stability of the club.

Next season will produce its own challenges on and off the pitch, but the work has already started to ensure we retain and recruit the right players with the passion and desire to ensure we are competitive and successful in a new league.

We want to ensure the team will be capable of providing an attacking and entertaining brand of football to retain and increase levels of support, but moreover bring pride back to the club in abundance.

Thank-you and Up The Boro.

 

Rangers Golf Day 2024 Launch

Rangers Golf Day 2024 Launch

Apr 10, 2024 | Club News

Register your Team now !

Stafford Rangers are delighted to now offer the opportunity to book your Four Ball for our annual Golf Day to be held this year on Friday the 28th June.

You can now click on the link below to register your team and pay. We can only accommodate a maximum of fourteen teams of four so apply now to ensure you do not miss what was a fabulous day last year enjoyed by all, with great memories made.

Our golf day is being hosted once again by Castle Golf Club, Castle Way, Stafford. ST16 1BP and is located I mile out of the town centre. The golf day is open to everyone no matter what your handicap just bring your clubs and a sense of humour.

The cost for each team of four players is £150. If all the members are current full or flexi members of Castle Golf Club, then the price will be just £90.

Arrival on the day will be 12 noon and a shotgun start for all our teams will commence at 1pm. We are organising competitions for Closest the Pin and Longest Drive, which you can enter on the day for a small additional charge, please bring cash for this. Smart Casual attire. A Buffet will be served at 6pm with presentations at 7pm to conclude a wonderful day.

Please click the following link which will enable you to enrol your team of four, add players names and handicaps and information needed by Castle Golf Club and make payment. All revenue generated after costs and expenses will benefit the football club.

Enrolment for the Golf Day will close on Friday 14th June 2024.

Sponsorship

We now only have two sponsorship opportunities still available for the day being Main Sponsor at £500 and a Competition Sponsor at £200. Both are excellent ways of promoting your business. For full details of these opportunities please contact Darren Allport by email at media@staffordrangersfc.co.uk

We have checked the weather forecast and it should be warm and sunny!

We look forward to seeing you in June.

Thank-you for your support.

 
Exciting Finale at Stafford Rangers FC

Exciting Finale at Stafford Rangers FC

Apr 9, 2024 | Club News

Drinks Promotions, Season Ticket Giveaway, and End-of-Season Awards

Stafford Rangers FC is gearing up for an unforgettable finale to the season, with an action-packed last home match against Ashton United at the Stan Robinson Stadium on Saturday 20th April. Fans can expect a thrilling day of football festivities, drinks promotions, and exciting giveaways.

For the first 100 fans arriving from 12 noon, a voucher will be given to each individual.

On arrival in the JD Suite, the first 100 pints of Carling will be on offer at just £2 a pint, this will also entitle you to a FREE shot of ‘Baby Guinness’.

In addition to the on-pitch excitement where we look to enforce our survival in the NPL Premier Division, Stafford Rangers FC is offering fans the chance to win a season ticket for the 2024/25 season. This incredible giveaway is a token of appreciation for the unwavering support of the club’s loyal fan-base. Your voucher will be used as entry into the draw once all of them have been handed out – so hurry up and make sure you are one of the first 100 fans entering the stadium. This draw will take place in the JD Suite with the winner receiving a FREE Season Ticket for the 2024/25 Season.

But the excitement doesn’t end there! Following the match, fans are invited to stay for the end-of-season awards evening. This is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the players, coaches, volunteers and staff, and reflect on the memorable moments of the season. This will start at 6pm in the Chairman’s Suite. All fans are invited.

The Board of Directors expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming event, stating, “We’re thrilled to offer our fans an unforgettable match-day experience. From drinks promotions to exciting giveaways and our end-of-season awards, it’s set to be a day to remember.”

Awards to be presented on the night:

  • Supporter’s Player of the Season
  • Manager’s Player of the Season
  • Player’s Player of the Season
  • Director’s Player of the Season
  • Chairman’s Player of the Season
  • Leading Goal Scorer
  • Goal of the Season
  • Volunteer of the Season

Stafford Rangers FC encourages all fans to join in the celebrations and make the last home match of the season a truly memorable occasion.

Thanks once again for your loyal support.

Up The Boro

 
A look back at our Unite for Access and Mural Unveiling

A look back at our Unite for Access and Mural Unveiling

Apr 5, 2024 | Club News

 What a day !

Thank you to everyone that attended our 1st Level Playing Fields ‘Unite for Access’ match-day and the unveiling of the Mural against Workington AFC on Saturday 30th March. It was a fantastic day on and off the pitch, which was well supported by everyone connected with the club.

We are very pleased to say that the game attracted lots of new disabled fans, and we also welcomed some past legends of Stafford Rangers FC and Eve Whitfield and her family. We hope you all had a fantastic day, and we hope to see you all again at the Stan Robinson Stadium very soon.

A special thank you to all the volunteers that helped make the day run very smoothly, as well as Stafford Rangers Junior Rangers Initiative for their excellent videos. Two of their videos with Heather Rose, the clubs’ new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer and Katy Dixey (mother of Evie Dixey) explaining the importance of the Unite for Access campaign can be found below.

A video of the day is also now available, which was kindly made by the Stafford Rangers Junior Rangers Initiative.

The A4 and A3 prints produced by Eve Whitfield are now available in the club shop, priced at £15 and £20. Cash only.

Thanks again for all your support.

Stafford Rangers FC

Unite for Access
Unite for Access
Mural Unveiling
Mural Unveiling
Mural Unveiling