Woolford is Iron Hero
29th May, 2009
A former NCEL player was the hero for Scunthorpe United as they claimed promotion to the Championship in dramatic fashion.
Martyn Woolford, who spent three years with Glasshoughton Welfare as a youngster, struck a late winner in their 3-2 League One Play-Off triumph over Millwall at Wembley.
After his spell at Leeds Road, he moved to Frickley Athletic and then York City before signing for the Glanford Park side.
And, he will now be playing against the likes of Newcastle United and Middlesborough next season.
He said: "It's amazing, it's a dream come true for me."
Martyn Woolford, who spent three years with Glasshoughton Welfare as a youngster, struck a late winner in their 3-2 League One Play-Off triumph over Millwall at Wembley.
After his spell at Leeds Road, he moved to Frickley Athletic and then York City before signing for the Glanford Park side.
And, he will now be playing against the likes of Newcastle United and Middlesborough next season.
He said: "It's amazing, it's a dream come true for me."
Oh Brother!!
13th April, 2009
The weekend's KoolSport NCEL Division One clash between Glasshoughton Welfare and AFC Emley proved to be a family affair.
That's because the captains of both sides for the Leeds Road tussle were brothers.
Nathan Hazelden wore the armband for Glasshoughton whilst Sean skippered Emley.
Even more bizarrely, both players are centre-backs and both wore their club's respective number five shirt.
However, there was nothing 'similar' about the scoreline as Sean's Emley went on to register the double over Welfare with a comfortable 3-0 win.
They had already beaten Glasshoughton 7-1 at Emley back in October where Sean also got on the score sheet.
We think that this is the first instance of two captains in an NCEL game being brothers - if you know different, then please contact us and let us know the details.
That's because the captains of both sides for the Leeds Road tussle were brothers.
Nathan Hazelden wore the armband for Glasshoughton whilst Sean skippered Emley.
Even more bizarrely, both players are centre-backs and both wore their club's respective number five shirt.
However, there was nothing 'similar' about the scoreline as Sean's Emley went on to register the double over Welfare with a comfortable 3-0 win.
They had already beaten Glasshoughton 7-1 at Emley back in October where Sean also got on the score sheet.
We think that this is the first instance of two captains in an NCEL game being brothers - if you know different, then please contact us and let us know the details.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Gowan Departs For West Auckland
28th December, 2008
Glasshoughton Welfare's General Secretary and Director of Football has left Leeds Road to take charge of West Auckland Town.
Although Ray Gowan's departure from the KoolSport NCEL Division One basement side was swift, he has left Glasshoughton with no animosity.
In fact, the club say they are truly grateful at the way he has turned things round off-the-field during his time there.
His first game in charge of West Auckland saw them lose 5-0 at home to Shildon in the Northern League, prompting him to say that he has probably a harder job to do than Phil Riding does as manager of Glasshoughton.
Frank MacLachlan, the former secretary of Pontefract Collieries, has been appointed as Welfare's General Secretary with immediate effect.
Although Ray Gowan's departure from the KoolSport NCEL Division One basement side was swift, he has left Glasshoughton with no animosity.
In fact, the club say they are truly grateful at the way he has turned things round off-the-field during his time there.
His first game in charge of West Auckland saw them lose 5-0 at home to Shildon in the Northern League, prompting him to say that he has probably a harder job to do than Phil Riding does as manager of Glasshoughton.
Frank MacLachlan, the former secretary of Pontefract Collieries, has been appointed as Welfare's General Secretary with immediate effect.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Manager Appointed At Glasshoughton
30th October, 2008
Phil Riding has been appointed as the new manager of the first team at KoolSport NCEL bottom side, Glasshoughton Welfare.
Forty-four year old Phil has filled the Caretaker position twice this season when previous managers, Dave Holmes and Wayne Day resigned.
He was pleased to step aside for the more experienced Day two months ago but has reconsidered his position during his most recent experience and put forward a strong case to make his position a permanent one.
The full Committee had no hesitation in offering him the post following a formal interview earlier this evening.
This is Phil's first experience as a Manager at this level but has shown great technical ability, passion, man-management skills and a determination to succeed during his last six games at the helm.
He was formerly Manager of the Under 19 side and coach to the Reserve team at the Club and will promote the case of many of the club's academy players as well as attracting more quality senior players to Leeds Road.
There were a number of outstanding applicants for the vacancy but the Club has decided to put its faith in Phil to lift the side off the bottom of the table.
Glasshoughton play second bottom, Tadcaster Albion, in their next two league games in successive Saturdays.
Forty-four year old Phil has filled the Caretaker position twice this season when previous managers, Dave Holmes and Wayne Day resigned.
He was pleased to step aside for the more experienced Day two months ago but has reconsidered his position during his most recent experience and put forward a strong case to make his position a permanent one.
The full Committee had no hesitation in offering him the post following a formal interview earlier this evening.
This is Phil's first experience as a Manager at this level but has shown great technical ability, passion, man-management skills and a determination to succeed during his last six games at the helm.
He was formerly Manager of the Under 19 side and coach to the Reserve team at the Club and will promote the case of many of the club's academy players as well as attracting more quality senior players to Leeds Road.
There were a number of outstanding applicants for the vacancy but the Club has decided to put its faith in Phil to lift the side off the bottom of the table.
Glasshoughton play second bottom, Tadcaster Albion, in their next two league games in successive Saturdays.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Day Calls It A Day - UPDATE
16th October, 2008
The KoolSport NCEL's basement side, Glasshoughton Welfare, are now on the search for their third manager of the season.
It's after Wayne Day resigned as first team boss following Saturday's 2-0 home defeat to Askern Villa.
He was at the helm of the club for just over a month after he succeeded Dave Holmes on the 9th of September.
In spite of introducing a number of new players to the club, Day was unable to reverse the Leeds Road outfit's poor run of results and Glasshoughton are still searching for their first win of the season.
But, Day has claimed that he left due to the "negative attitude and interference" he encountered behind-the-scenes.
He said: "Players and Management alike were happy with the progress considering the vast change in personnel over the month and, with further signings in the pipeline, everyone expected fortunes to improve considerably in the very near future.
"However, the negative attitude and interference from some quarters ultimately left me no alternative than to resign.
"Obviously, my plans for the club and my opinion of the quality of players brought in differed from those of others and we were left with no solid ground on which to move forward.
"Despite this, I would like to wish Glasshoughton Welfare every success for the future."
Reserve and Under 19 managers, Phil Riding and Gary Bostock, have taken charge whilst the search for a new boss gets underway.
It's after Wayne Day resigned as first team boss following Saturday's 2-0 home defeat to Askern Villa.
He was at the helm of the club for just over a month after he succeeded Dave Holmes on the 9th of September.
In spite of introducing a number of new players to the club, Day was unable to reverse the Leeds Road outfit's poor run of results and Glasshoughton are still searching for their first win of the season.
But, Day has claimed that he left due to the "negative attitude and interference" he encountered behind-the-scenes.
He said: "Players and Management alike were happy with the progress considering the vast change in personnel over the month and, with further signings in the pipeline, everyone expected fortunes to improve considerably in the very near future.
"However, the negative attitude and interference from some quarters ultimately left me no alternative than to resign.
"Obviously, my plans for the club and my opinion of the quality of players brought in differed from those of others and we were left with no solid ground on which to move forward.
"Despite this, I would like to wish Glasshoughton Welfare every success for the future."
Reserve and Under 19 managers, Phil Riding and Gary Bostock, have taken charge whilst the search for a new boss gets underway.
Day Returns To Leeds Road
10th September, 2008
Wayne Day has been unveiled as the new boss of KoolSport NCEL Division One side, Glasshoughton Welfare.
He returns to Leeds Road for a second spell as manager and he is a former player as well.
He is also known in the NCEL for a long spell in charge at Tadcaster Albion.
Day will take over full control from caretaker, Phil Riding, for the home game against Scarborough next Tuesday.
He will watch Glasshoughton's games at Seaham Red Star in the FA Vase this evening and at Brighouse Town in the league on Saturday.
He succeeds Dave Holmes who resigned two-and-a-half weeks ago.
He returns to Leeds Road for a second spell as manager and he is a former player as well.
He is also known in the NCEL for a long spell in charge at Tadcaster Albion.
Day will take over full control from caretaker, Phil Riding, for the home game against Scarborough next Tuesday.
He will watch Glasshoughton's games at Seaham Red Star in the FA Vase this evening and at Brighouse Town in the league on Saturday.
He succeeds Dave Holmes who resigned two-and-a-half weeks ago.
Welfare Boss Quits After Big Defeat
23rd August, 2008
Glasshoughton Welfare have released a statement concerning their manager this evening.
It reads: "The Glasshoughton Manager, Dave Holmes, resigned today after the 8-1 defeat at Teversal.
"Dave had been in the position for one year and initially worked under very difficult circumstances as the Club restructured its management board.
"Unfortunately, Dave was unable to produce the start to the new season that everyone had wished for under the far more stable club situation and feels that he should pass the responsibility on to another incumbent.
"The Club would like to thank Dave for all his considerable efforts over the last twelve months.
"The current Assistant First Team Manager, Phil Riding, will take temporary control of all team affairs until a new man is appointed but does not wish to be considered for the job on a permanent basis.
"Anyone interested in the First Team Manager position should immediately contact Ray Gowan, Glasshoughton's Director of Football, on 07973 132183 or email raygowan@hotmail.com.
"All suitable applicants will be interviewed as a matter of priority by the full Glasshoughton Committee."
Glasshoughton dropped to the bottom of Division One following the defeat as the side try to rebuild following relegation from the top flight last season.
It reads: "The Glasshoughton Manager, Dave Holmes, resigned today after the 8-1 defeat at Teversal.
"Dave had been in the position for one year and initially worked under very difficult circumstances as the Club restructured its management board.
"Unfortunately, Dave was unable to produce the start to the new season that everyone had wished for under the far more stable club situation and feels that he should pass the responsibility on to another incumbent.
"The Club would like to thank Dave for all his considerable efforts over the last twelve months.
"The current Assistant First Team Manager, Phil Riding, will take temporary control of all team affairs until a new man is appointed but does not wish to be considered for the job on a permanent basis.
"Anyone interested in the First Team Manager position should immediately contact Ray Gowan, Glasshoughton's Director of Football, on 07973 132183 or email raygowan@hotmail.com.
"All suitable applicants will be interviewed as a matter of priority by the full Glasshoughton Committee."
Glasshoughton dropped to the bottom of Division One following the defeat as the side try to rebuild following relegation from the top flight last season.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Glasshoughton Reveal KoolSport Kit
6th August, 2008
Glasshoughton Welfare have today given everyone a sneak preview of their new kit, supplied by League sponsors KoolSport.
They are one of eight clubs to go with the Thailand-based company ahead of a full integration with the League for the 2009/10 season.
Glasshoughton Welfare players Chris Coombs (yellow away kit) and Glen Shelley (blue and white home kit) model the team's new KoolSport strip.
It will be seen for the first time in a competitive fixture at Staveley Miners Welfare on Saturday.
The strip is sponsored by Cowell Construction.
The other NCEL sides to have opted for a complimentary kit courtesy of KoolSport are Bottesford Town, Grimsby Borough, Pickering Town, Rossington Main, Selby Town, Teversal and Yorkshire Amateur.
They are one of eight clubs to go with the Thailand-based company ahead of a full integration with the League for the 2009/10 season.
Glasshoughton Welfare players Chris Coombs (yellow away kit) and Glen Shelley (blue and white home kit) model the team's new KoolSport strip.
It will be seen for the first time in a competitive fixture at Staveley Miners Welfare on Saturday.
The strip is sponsored by Cowell Construction.
The other NCEL sides to have opted for a complimentary kit courtesy of KoolSport are Bottesford Town, Grimsby Borough, Pickering Town, Rossington Main, Selby Town, Teversal and Yorkshire Amateur.
Glasshoughton Reveal Season Ticket Prices
5th August, 2008
Glasshoughton Welfare are introducing a special deal for supporters who wish to purchase season tickets before the end of August.
The cost of the ticket, which will cover 19 home league games, is ?45 offering a potential saving of ?31 over the season. Junior season tickets are also available @ ?25.
Tickets may be ordered from any Glasshoughton official or by telephone or email to Secretary, Ray Gowan.
The cost of the ticket, which will cover 19 home league games, is ?45 offering a potential saving of ?31 over the season. Junior season tickets are also available @ ?25.
Tickets may be ordered from any Glasshoughton official or by telephone or email to Secretary, Ray Gowan.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Welfare FA Cup Tie Now On Sunday
13th July, 2008
Glasshoughton's home FA Cup tie with Billingham Synthonia will now be played on Sunday 17th August with a 2pm kick-off.
Billingham are among the top three sides in the Northern League, reached the FA Vase semi-final in 2007 and are expected to bring a large following on their first ever trip to Glasshoughton in the Extra Preliminary Round of the competition.
Welfare are hoping that they will also attract a large local support to this fixture with it being on the Sunday.
Billingham are among the top three sides in the Northern League, reached the FA Vase semi-final in 2007 and are expected to bring a large following on their first ever trip to Glasshoughton in the Extra Preliminary Round of the competition.
Welfare are hoping that they will also attract a large local support to this fixture with it being on the Sunday.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
Sponsorship Joy For Glasshoughton
1st July, 2008
Glasshoughton Welfare have announced a new First and Reserve Team shirt sponsor for the coming season.
Local construction company Cowell Construction of Castleford will be the first name to adorn the new KoolSport shirts that Welfare will wear for the first time in the inaugural KoolSport season.
Cowell have previously been the shirt sponsor for the club's highly successful Under-9 team and readily agreed to sponsor the senior team shirts and gain wider coverage throughout Derby, Notts and the whole of Yorkshire.
The club and its sponsors have been extremely pleased with the team-building work that manager, Dave Holmes, has carried out throughout the summer in his efforts to ensure success in 2008/09.
Holmes has stated that he is hoping to sign two top quality ex-Unibond players in the next few days.
Local construction company Cowell Construction of Castleford will be the first name to adorn the new KoolSport shirts that Welfare will wear for the first time in the inaugural KoolSport season.
Cowell have previously been the shirt sponsor for the club's highly successful Under-9 team and readily agreed to sponsor the senior team shirts and gain wider coverage throughout Derby, Notts and the whole of Yorkshire.
The club and its sponsors have been extremely pleased with the team-building work that manager, Dave Holmes, has carried out throughout the summer in his efforts to ensure success in 2008/09.
Holmes has stated that he is hoping to sign two top quality ex-Unibond players in the next few days.
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
All Change At Glasshoughton
29th June, 2008
Following their relegation to Division One, Glasshoughton Welfare have made sweeping changes behind-the-scenes as they try to get back to the top flight.
Secretary Ray Gowan told the NCEL website: "We have been working hard to prepare ourselves for the season ahead with our ambition an immediate return to the Premier league.
"Our management board has acquired major reinforcements with Pontefract Collieries' ex-Chairman, Mick Slater, and ex-Secretary, Frank Maclachan, joining and adding their wealth of experience to our endeavours.
"We have also appointed Gary Johnson as Commercial Director and he is already busy making the whole of West Yorkshire aware of our presence.
"We commenced training this week and there was a bumper turn out with a major percentage of new faces.
"Manager Dave Holmes has recruited former Under-19 Manager Phil Riding as his assistant and Gary Bostock has joined from Selby Town to run the newly formed Reserve Team.
"We are looking forward to the new season with lots of local derbies and many new places to visit."
Secretary Ray Gowan told the NCEL website: "We have been working hard to prepare ourselves for the season ahead with our ambition an immediate return to the Premier league.
"Our management board has acquired major reinforcements with Pontefract Collieries' ex-Chairman, Mick Slater, and ex-Secretary, Frank Maclachan, joining and adding their wealth of experience to our endeavours.
"We have also appointed Gary Johnson as Commercial Director and he is already busy making the whole of West Yorkshire aware of our presence.
"We commenced training this week and there was a bumper turn out with a major percentage of new faces.
"Manager Dave Holmes has recruited former Under-19 Manager Phil Riding as his assistant and Gary Bostock has joined from Selby Town to run the newly formed Reserve Team.
"We are looking forward to the new season with lots of local derbies and many new places to visit."
(Story Source: Glasshoughton Welfare)
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