Manager Pete Shuttleworth has praised the players for their efforts in keeping the club up this season.
'The players have been great since I took over in November. There attitudes have been first class and despite a sticky spell earlier this year, they have shown what they are capable of achieving in the last 6 games of the season. There has been a great team spirit and the big characters in the changing room have kept chins up even when results were going against us, and to finish the season with 3 wins in a row, 2 of which against Winterton and Liversedge was an outstanding achievement'
Pete also had praise for the new signings, 'The impact that Dean Short, Ady Hall and Phil Austin made at the back end of the season shouldn't be underestimated. As well as producing some excellent displays on the pitch, they all added loads to the dressing room and it has made some of the other players come out of their shells'.
And the manager also had praise for the award winners at the clubs presentation night, ' I would like to congratulate all the award winners for their achievements this season. In particular, Gavin Saxby has been outstanding this season. It was disappointing that he finished the season with an injury that kept him out as I know that he wanted to play all the games but he has done enough to show the Shirebrook people what a fantastic keeper he is. And Martin Rowbottom deserves great credit not only for this season but for his service to the football club. The club personality of the year award couldn't have gone to a more deserved winner'
Shirebrook have signed Dean Short from Teversal today. Dean (36) is a centre forward who has previously played with Goole Town, Alfreton Town, Ashfield United and Sutton Town before joining Teversal at the start of the season. He is well known in the local area as an all action centre forward who has scored goals at every club he has been at.
The shake up of the current playing squad continued this week with the signing of Jonathan Jackson from Lincoln United, initially on a one month loan deal.
Jonathan returned from university last year in Manchester and has played for Lincoln and Wakefield in the Unibond Premier. He can play anywhere across the back 4.
Pete Shuttleworth added 'We are delighted to attract someone like Jonathan to the club. He has an undoubted caliber and we have beat a number of clubs to his signature. Great credit needs going to Mark (Hall) who has worked tirelessly over the last 2 weeks to bring new faces to the club and this is testament to his hard work. I am also hopeful there will be at least 3 or 4 new faces before the deadline next Monday (31st March) to add competition to the squad'
Pete added ' I was delighted with the performance at Liversedge last Tuesday and the current squad have responded to the competition for places in a positive way. They fought for everything and got a point which I think they deserved. We have a big month ahead but I am confident that we have the players here to pick up enough points to stay up and then start looking forward to a better campaign next season'
Mark Hall has been confirmed as General Manager of the club. Mark came to the club as Assistant Manager 2 weeks ago but the club thought that Mark could have a greater impact in the General Managers job. His role will involve structuring the club so that the First Team, Reserves, Under 19's and Academy Team (next year) can work to their full potential and move the club forward. Mark is also responsible for recruiting players and already in the last 2 weeks, 4 new players have been added to the playing squad.
Pete Shuttleworth will continue as First Team Manager and will be assisted by Andy White for the foreseeable future.
Manager Pete Shuttleworth has made 4 new signings to his squad this week and there may be more to follow. Joining the club are Callum Wilkinson from Glapwell, Nathan Swindell and Adam Tyler from Lincoln United (Adam was also registered with Hallam) and Ady Hall from Forest Town.
Nathan is a centre forward who was previously with Gainsborough before joining Lincoln and Adam is a midfielder who has had previous experience with Staveley. Both are joining on a 1 month loan arrangement with Lincoln United.
Callum Wilkinson is a young centre forward who has been impressing with our Under 19's. He was signed in January by Glapwell but found first team opportunities hard to come by.
Ady Hall is an experienced player who has played at Glapwell, Alfreton and a number of local clubs before plying his trade at Forest Town this season. He can play at centre half or in midfield.
'There has been a lot of hard work behind the scenes this week to bring some new faces to the club and I am delighted that we are able to introduce a couple of new faces for Saturday. The last 2 results and performances have been unacceptable and the players have been made aware of that. There are also a few more players who we have the option of bringing in next week and it is now up to the current players to show they have got the desire and the ability to play for Shirebrook Town. Results have got to change quickly'
Leaving Langwith Road to make way for the new faces is Marc Sherlock who joined the club from Glapwell in November. He will be remembered for his winning goal against his previous club on Boxing Day.
The manager added 'Unfortunately when you bring new faces to the club some of the existing players have to make way and this was the case with Marc. He is a smashing lad and has a great attitude but for one reason or another things haven't worked out for him at Shirebrook. I wish him all the best in football'.
Squad for Armthorpe
Gavin Saxby, Martin Rowbottom, Adam Yates, James Tagg, Tom Swan, Ady Hall, Matt Day, Adam Tyler, Ryan Cancellara, Adam Kimberley, Ben Cobbley, Rob Orton, Jamie Smith, Nathan Swindell
New Manager Announces his Management Team (01/03/08)
New manager, Pete Shuttleworth announced his new management team today with Mark Hall being appointed Assistant Manager and Andy White named Physio/First Team Coach.
Mark Hall enjoyed a fantastic playing career with Leicester City, Halifax Town, Oxford and Kettering Town before experiencing non-league with Denaby United and Belper Town. He then took on scouting and coaching roles at Sheffield United, Yeovil Town and Mansfield Town before having a couple of years out of the game. "I am delighted to have Mark on board. He is a great footballing guy and has a fantastic pedigree in the game. We have worked really hard over the last 2 weeks to make this happen as Mark was in no rush to get back into football. I have sold the club to him and the potential that is here and Mark believes that we can do good things together. He is a highly qualified coach and he knows football inside out and his experience will be be a massive benefit to this football club". said Pete.
Andy White is a qualified physio and also a level 3 coach. He has worked at the club before as joint manager of the A team last year with Pete but has had some time away from the game with the birth of his new son. Andy coaches at Chesterfield Centre of Excellence and coached most of the current playing squad while working at Chesterfield College."'Whitey is a good friend of mine and someone I can trust. When I spoke to him about getting involved I could see he was keen to get back into it. The dual role will be perfect for him as he can use the physio qualifications that he gained but also have a big impact on the coaching side".
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
New Manager (19/02/2008)
Following a 3 month spell as caretaker manager, the club would like to announce the official appointment of Pete Shuttleworth as 1st Team Manager.
Squad Maltby Away (25/01/2008)
Gavin Saxby, Martin Rowbottom, Craig Shaw, Adam Yates, Lee Naughton, Chris Rhodes, Jon Cullen, Ryan Cancellara, Ben Cobley, Marc Sherlock, Jamie Smith, Rob Orton, Tom Swan, Adam Kimberley
Managers Comments South Normanton (18/01/08)
Gavin Saxby, Martin Rowbottom, Craig Shaw, Adam Yates, Lee Naughton, Chris Rhodes, Jon Cullen, Ryan Cancellara, Ben Cobley, Marc Sherlock, Jamie Smith, Rob Orton, Tom Swan, Adam Kimberley
Despite being very disappointed by the result last week and the manner in which we lost, I was delighted with the character shown by the players. You didn't know which team only had 10 men and it only looked like we were the ones going to win the game.
That said, tomorrow is another important game, not only being a local derby but also for the need to get points to move up the table.
I would like to praise the reserve team for their recent performances and results. It is great to see the strength in depth that we have at the club at the moment. I feel as though I can call upon a large number of the reserves to come straight into the first team and this is a great position to be in. It is also great to see some of the excellent under 19's in the reserves and first team, as these lads have big futures in the game. Nurturing their talent is a big priority for the next manager at this club.
Gavin Saxby, Martin Rowbottom, Lee Hunt, Adam Yates, Craig Shaw, Lee Naughton, Chris Rhodes, Jon Cullen, Ryan Cancellara, Ben Cobley, Max Northage, Rob Orton, Jamie Smith, Marc Sherlock
We have a tricky month ahead, facing 5 away games against teams who are down towards the bottom of the table. It is vital that we pick up good points against these teams so that we don't get dragged back into the relegation fight. But it is important that we look positively and think that we are capable of taking maximum points from these games.
The lads are fit and raring to go. The break last weekend allowed one or two to get there feet up and shake off knocks. We have had 2 excellent training sessions since the Long Eaton game and I get the feeling that the players are desperate to get out there and start winning football matches again. Lets hope we can build on the encouraging christmas that we had and continue to progress up the league table'
28/12/2007
As a result of a technical failure on the part of our web hosts I have been unable to upload files to the website for about 2 weeks. This problem has now been resolved and as a result, you will notice new news stories appearing which have been back dated.
My apologies for any inconvenience.
22/12/2007 New Signing
Shirebrook are delighted to announce the signing of Adam Yates. Adam is currently at Belper Town and has joined on a 3 month loan deal which could be extended till the end of the season. Adam is an impressive footballer who is equally at home at right back or centre half and played for Chesterfield Youth Team last season.
16/12/2007 New Signing
The club are delighted to announce the signing of Ben Cobley from Gedling Town. Ben is a wide player with 2 good feet who will add strength to the current squad at the club. He has previously played for Alfreton Town and Sutton Town.
15/12/2007 MATCH POSTPONED !!!
Following an early morning pitch inspection todays 1st team fixture away to Liversedge has been postponed due to a frozen pitch.
The reserve teams home fixture has also been postponed.
08/12/2007
Todays 1st team fixture at home to Lincoln Moorlands has been Postponed.
07/12/2007
Following last nights committe meeting the following statement has been released.
"Four people have applied for the vacany managers post, including the current caretaker manager Pete Shuttleworth. Interviews will be held after Christmas and a decision will follow at that time."
Squad News for Saturday 08/12/2007 Lincoln Moorlands - Home
Gavin Saxby, Martin Rowbottom, Lee Naughton, Lee Hunt, Craig Shaw, Chris Rhodes, Rick Berry, Ryan Cancellara, Craig Cantrill, Jamie Smith, Marc Sherlock, Tom Swan, Rob Orton & Jon Cullen
Managers Comments
I have kept an unchanged squad from last week despite the heavy defeat. I have instilled in the lads this week that there is no need to panic, last week was a blip, where we came up against a good side, difficult conditions and we were below par which resulted in a bad day at the office.
It is important that we bounce back this week and make it 3 wins out of 4 which would represent an excellent month.
Squad News For Winterton (01/12/2008)
Gavin Saxby Martin Rowbottom Lee Hunt Tom Swan Lee Naughton Craig Shaw Chris Rhodes Craig Cantrill Rick Berry Ryan Cancellara Jon Cullen Rob Orton Jamie Smith Marc Sherlock
The team bus heads for Winterton with just one change in personnel from their 1 - 0 win over Glasshoughton last week. Lee Naughton steps up from the reserves to takes over from Craig Charlesworth following his transfer to Glapwell.
Craig Charlesworth (28/11/2007)
In a move that has been expected since the departure of his father Graham, Craig Charlesworth has signed for Glapwell. All the best mate and thanks for your many years of loyal service to the Club. There's one thing for sure, they didn't sign you to improve the team photo!!!
**************** IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT *****************
Graham Charlesworth (16/11/2007)
The following statement has been issued by the Club
"With regret and mutual consent, Graham has been removed from his duties as first team manager with immediate effect."
"All at the club wish to thank him for all he has done for the club over many years."
"It is hoped that he will continue to be involved in the club in the future."
"A further statement will be issued in due course."
Statement issued by Dave Spencer
On behalf of Shirebrook Town F.C. Committee
Tony Starkey Testimonial Game (17/10/2007)
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE KICK OFF FOR THIS FIXTURE HAS BEEN AMMENDED
A Testimonial game will be held at Langwith Road on Sunday November 4th for injured defender Tony Starkey. Kick off will be at 1:00pm and a team of "Shirebrook Legends" put together by Mark Hales & Graham Wilcox will play a team of ex professionals. The bar will be open all day. Please come along, bring the family and support a loyal servant of the club. (more)
Fixture Info (23/09/07)
The home game against Arnold Town on October 13th will kick off at 1:00pm
New Personnel (18/09/07)
Shirebrook Town have today confirmed two new appointments. Dave Jacks has taken over the vacant Reserve Team Managers post and prolific striker Jonathan Pickess put pen to paper and will be available for Saturday. Jonathan played for Belper Town last season and has scored over 90 goals in the last three seasons
Dave
Jacks
Jonathan
Pickess
1st Team Fixtures Update (09/08/07)
This Wednesday Shirebrook play host to Pickering Town with the usual 7:45pm kick off. Saturday 15th is FA Cup day and Hallam have progressed to the 1st Round Qualifying. Therefore the 1st Team do not currently have a fixture on that day.
Tony Starkey Update (29/08/07)
Tony's operation went well and a assessment of his stability on crutches will take place sometime today. If all goes well he will be home this afternoon.
Tony Starkey Update (28/08/07)
Tot has had his operation and as well as a broken ankle, he also has quite severe ligament and tendon damage. It was suggested to him, after the operation, that he might not play again but Tot said "Ill play again, nobody's telling me what to do!" whilst shoveling a turkey dinner down him....................followed by some cobs, a cheese roll, some crisps and a can of coke.
That's it Tot........keep your strength up!!!
Tony Starkey (28/08/07)
Tony Starkey hobbled off the pitch in yesterday's match at home against Brodsworth. He was left in some discomfort after challenging for a 50/50 ball with the Brodsworth No9 Ryan Malee. It was a perfectly fair challenge by both players and with the the ball having gone out of play, the game was restarted with a corner. In a very sporting gesture, Brodsworth took the corner and put the ball straight out of play for a goal kick. Initial reports from the hospital suggest that Tony has broken his ankle. The position of the break is a further complication and therefore a specialist has been called in. At this stage it is highly likely that he will require an operation which could take place today. Doctors have said that it will be a minimum of 6 weeks before he will be able to put a foot to the floor and even longer if an operation is required. I would like to wish Tot all the best from all at the club.
Tony is reported by friends and relatives to be extremely upset because he can't have anything to eat and fears are mounting that he may organise a raid on nearby Morissons.
Web Site (01/08/07}
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| Pre Season Friendlies | |||||||
| 23/07/2007 | Mon | 7:30pm | SN | Borrowash Victoria | Sth Normanton Tournament | W | 1 - 0 |
| 26/07/2007 | Thu | 7:30pm | Away | Forest Town FC | Friendly | L | 1 - 3 |
| 27/07/2007 | Fri | 7:30pm | SN | South Normanton | Sth Normanton Tournament | L | Pens |
| 31/07/2007 | Tue | 7:30pm | Away | Southwell City | Friendly | D | 2 - 2 |
| 01/08/2007 | Wed | 7:45pm | Home | Lincoln United | Friendly | L | 1 - 2 |
| 08/08/2007 | Wed | 7:45pm | Home | Dinnington | Under 19's | W | 3 - 1 |
| 09/08/2007 | Thu | 7:45pm | Home | Kiverton Park | Friendly | W | 2 - 1 |
Please note that kick off times for friendlies may vary from those stated. |
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Forum (14/07/07)
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Signings (06/07/07)
Gavin Saxby has this week become one of several key player to sign for Shirebrook Town following Louis Sprig's departure. James Tagg has also put pen to paper. Several other key players both established and prospective have also been regular attendees at training sessions, including Josh Parker and Lee Widdowson who would both be superb additions to the squad.
Stuart Greenwood Resigns (Official Statement 05/07/07)
Stuart Greenwood has verbally resigned as 1st Team Manager of Shirebrook Town.
The committee would like to thank Stuart for all his hard work in the past and hope that Stuart will remain involved with the club in some capacity.
Keith Eason has also resigned as manager of the Reserves, a further statement will follow regarding this when more information is available.
Cup Competitions (03/07/2007
The FA Cup and FA Vase fixtures were released yesterday and in what can only be described as an unusual coincidence, Town will face Highgate United away in both competitions.
The FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round takes place on Saturday 18th August and the FA Vase First Qualifying Round is scheduled for 8th September. Both games will kick off at 15:00 hours. Plans are being made to arrange a coach for the FA Cup fixture, but these are dependant upon the interest shown by you the supporters. Would anyone wishing to travel on the Club Coach therefore please register your interest with a club official.
The draw for the FA Youth Cup was also made on Monday and our Under 19's will face Retford United at home. The date for this fixture is to be announced. I will update you all as soon as possible. Lets show support for our youth team and make their first venture into the FA Youth Cup a memorable one!
AGM (18/06/07)
Shirebrook Town's AGM was held on Sunday 17th June. The committee for the new season are as follows
| Chairman | S T Brown |
| Vice Chair | G Meredith |
| President | T Perrin |
| Secretary | L Graham |
| Treasurer (Joint) | Mrs J Meredith & P Clarke |
| Committee | G Howarth |
| K Meredith | |
| P Scholes | |
| S Rowbottom | |
| M Briggs | |
| A Howson | |
| G Wathall | |
| D Spencer | |
| K Jarvis | |
| Commercial Manager | R Over |
| Life Member | S P Wall |
Mr Tony Maggs was confirmed as Manager of the Under 19's
Admission Prices (18/05/07)
| Adult | £5.00 |
| O.A.P. | £3.00 |
| Child (Accompanied) | £1.00 |
| Child (Unaccompanied) | £2.00 |