New Fans Rep Appointed

As everyone is aware some weeks ago we reached out to our supporters to get nominations from Fans looking to take on the challenging role of Fans Rep.

It was the intention that the nominees would be voted for by fans with an on line poll.

Unfortunately we received only two applications which was a surprise to us. Our objective is to generate even better communication between supporters and the club and ensure we are fully aware of suggestions fans have to improve any area of the football club or business and benefit from skill-sets that we are not aware of, to improve our commercial activity.

The aim was a genuine and open one as we continue our quest to take the club to a higher level and meet our goal of being the best club on and off the field, in non-league football.

We have made huge steps forward in the past 18 months despite horrendous trading conditions due to Covid-19 and whilst there are still many obstacles to overcome we are a different club on and off the field than we were only a couple of years ago.

Our two nominees were Denis Ecclestone and Luke Botfield. Both great loyal fans and we thank them both for stepping up to the mark. Due to his time consuming responsibilities as our groundsman, Dennis has decided that he has a great deal to do already and decided to step aside. Dennis does fantastic work for the club and we thank him for his continued support and commitment. He is an unsung hero and we are very grateful for all his efforts that take up so much time.

We are now delighted to tell you that we have invited Luke Botfield to join us as the Fans Rep for the next 12 months. We are sure you will congratulate and thank Luke for putting his name forward and can have confidence that your views opinions and suggestions will be communicated directly by him to the Boro Development Group (BDG) in the first instance who will then make representation to the Board when required.

Luke, a local Stafford man, has been a fan of Stafford Rangers for many years has developed strong relationships with many supporters and views fans as an extended family. He believes strongly that improving relationships will make us stronger and is determined to do everything possible to achieve this. His day job delivers excellent listening and communication skills which are vital ingredients to all areas of every business.

Luke states ‘I really look forward to working with everyone to ensure that we reach our objectives. We can all play a part in the Stafford Rangers family and I’m delighted to be invited in to the role and assure all fans that I will listen and do what I can to help the club I love’.

You will be able to contact Luke at fansrep@staffordrangersfc.co.uk, so that you can communicate with him directly.

All the best Luke and Welcome.

All the details for the Staffs Senior Cup Final

Stone Old Alleynians v Stafford Rangers FC
Pirelli Stadium, Burton Albion FC
Wednesday 4th May 7.45 KO

Pirelli Stadium
Burton Albion FC
Princess Way
Burton upon Trent
DE13 0BH

If the match results in a draw it shall be decided with the taking of penalties.

Ticket prices:
Adult £10
Concessions £5 (Senior Citizens over 65 and students aged 16-21 with a student card)
Youth Free (15 and under)

Admission:  We can confirm that CARD and CASH will be accepted on the turnstiles by the staff at Burton Albion.

Car Parking: There is a large car park at Burton Albion, but we expect this to be filled, so would suggest arriving in good time to secure a space. Burton Albion as a club will be charging £3 for parking.

Turnstiles: The turnstiles in use on the evening will be ABC and DEF. Turnstiles will open 90 minutes before KO, along with alcohol sales in the concourse.

Both our supporters coaches are now both sold out and will leave Marston Road at 5.30pm.

The Social club will be open from 4.30pm for pre journey refreshments.

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Volunteers Thanked and Fans Forum

On Saturday 30th April Matty Hill, Dale Belford and Andy Fearn would like to celebrate a successful season with all the volunteers who have given their time freely this season, to assist in the running of Stafford Rangers.

At 12 pm in the Chairman’s suite there will be a thank-you drink and a buffet lunch.

At 1.00 pm all fans are welcome to attend an end of season forum and suggestion session, with Matty.

See you all there !

Basford United are our next visitors

This coming Saturday sees us welcome Basford United to Marston Road for the penultimate home game of the season with an early KO of 1pm. A warm welcome to all the Basford players, backroom staff, directors and fans.

Gates will be open from 11.30 and the bar will be opening from 11am. After the game has finished we will be screening the FA Cup Semi Final, stay on to enjoy more great football!!

Not only is this a game we are all looking forward to but we are also producing a Commemorative Match Day programme to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our 1972 FA Trophy win . On April 15th 50 years ago we played in the final at Wembley stadium and beat Barnet 3-0 to bring the trophy back to Stafford. We are sure many of you will have fabulous memories of that day! Anyone wishing to reserve a copy can do so be contacting Ken or Roy on 01785 602431. Option3.

Our Match Sponsor for the day is Kevin Miller. The sponsorship is in celebration of his son Nicholas who will become a father at the end of May. The ‘male baby shower’ will take place in the company of two Grandads, family and friends. We are sure you will have a great enjoyable and memorable day, congratulations from all at the club and thank you for your support.

We also welcome 2 other parties who will be enjoying our hospitality. Our very own John Macmillan will be having a day off from his responsibilities as one of the club’s directors and will be bringing a family party of 13 to the club. Shaun Holt from SPL Design & Build Ltd will also be entertaining his party of 10.

Let’s hope we all have something to celebrate at full time with a great team performance.

Prior to the game our Super Fan and Rangers stalwart Eric Robbins is inviting all 35 participants of the Sponsored Results initiative to the bar at 12.30 to thank all for their support. His scheme has raised £2519 to date with 3 games to go. 35 tickets will be put into a draw with 3 winning tickets drawn by Chairman John Bromley. First Prize will be £50, Second Prize a bottle of Whiskey and 3rd Prize a bottle of Red Wine. Eric and the 35 participants we thank you.

Eric also wants to update fans regarding the Stafford Rangers Lottery which has raised some £78,000 in profit since its launch and paid out a total of £43,500 in prizes. You have got to be in it to win it and whilst we currently have 300 active members we still believe with your help we can increase this to 400. The lottery is used to help finance all sorts of infrastructure around the club and ground and its support and growth is vital to your football club so don’t delay join today!

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