Fothergill 'Staying Put'
4th May, 2010
Pontefract Collieries have announced that influential player Carl Fothergill has accepted a role in their management team for next season.
He will assist Simon Houghton and Darren Smith as they prepare for a promotion push in KoolSport NCEL Division One.
A statement said: "Carl has been a very valuable part of the squad this season, earning the utmost respect from his team mates and supporters alike.
"His influence off the field has been vitally important alongside his top goal scoring achievements on the field.
"Carl is looking forward to helping Ponte next season in their quest for promotion to the Premier Division and his experience at a much higher level will be invaluable.
"This appointment will be disappointing for many other clubs, as numerous attempts to snatch him away from Ponte Colls have been tried and failed throughout the past season."
He will assist Simon Houghton and Darren Smith as they prepare for a promotion push in KoolSport NCEL Division One.
A statement said: "Carl has been a very valuable part of the squad this season, earning the utmost respect from his team mates and supporters alike.
"His influence off the field has been vitally important alongside his top goal scoring achievements on the field.
"Carl is looking forward to helping Ponte next season in their quest for promotion to the Premier Division and his experience at a much higher level will be invaluable.
"This appointment will be disappointing for many other clubs, as numerous attempts to snatch him away from Ponte Colls have been tried and failed throughout the past season."
(Story Source: Pontefract Collieries)
New Chairman For Colls
18th March, 2010
KoolSport NCEL Division One side Pontefract Collieries have appointed a new chairman.
Guy Nottingham has accepted the committee's invitation to take up the role of Acting Chairman, a role that all concerned at the club hope will be confirmed at their forthcoming Annual General Meeting.
Following advice by the County Football Association, the club have searched for an independent Chairman to lead the Skinner Lane side.
After an extensive search, they decided that Guy would be the right person.
A spokesperson said: "Guy combines a passion for football and a knowledge of the local game with the acumen required to steer the club through the challenges of the years to come.
"He is educated to MBA level (and Level II Coaching) and works as a Business Development Consultant, which means that he helps businesses to grow.
"The committee are certain that these skills - together with a passionate belief in the potential of Pontefract Collieries Football Club - will be valuable in bringing unity to the club and ensuring that everyone concerned with the future of senior, junior and learning difficulties football in the area work together towards a common vision."
Guy Nottingham has accepted the committee's invitation to take up the role of Acting Chairman, a role that all concerned at the club hope will be confirmed at their forthcoming Annual General Meeting.
Following advice by the County Football Association, the club have searched for an independent Chairman to lead the Skinner Lane side.
After an extensive search, they decided that Guy would be the right person.
A spokesperson said: "Guy combines a passion for football and a knowledge of the local game with the acumen required to steer the club through the challenges of the years to come.
"He is educated to MBA level (and Level II Coaching) and works as a Business Development Consultant, which means that he helps businesses to grow.
"The committee are certain that these skills - together with a passionate belief in the potential of Pontefract Collieries Football Club - will be valuable in bringing unity to the club and ensuring that everyone concerned with the future of senior, junior and learning difficulties football in the area work together towards a common vision."
(Story Source: Pontefract Collieries)
Thieves Strike at Colls
2nd February, 2010
Ponte Colls staff were devastated last night when they turned up for training to find that thieves had struck at the Beechnut Lane Stadium.
A massive hole had been smashed in to the side of the club wall.
Upon entry to the clubhouse, total devastation was found with smashed display cabinets and various items stolen.
Police were called in to action and three people are now helping them with their enquiries.
A spokesman said: "This normally would bring the fixtures in to doubt, however the fantastic members of Ponte Colls are rallying round to ensure the games are played."
A massive hole had been smashed in to the side of the club wall.
Upon entry to the clubhouse, total devastation was found with smashed display cabinets and various items stolen.
Police were called in to action and three people are now helping them with their enquiries.
A spokesman said: "This normally would bring the fixtures in to doubt, however the fantastic members of Ponte Colls are rallying round to ensure the games are played."
(Story Source: Pontefract Collieries)
Colls Reduce Admission
21st January, 2010
Pontefract Collieries have reduced their entrance prices in a bid to get more people watching their home matches.
The KoolSport NCEL Division One side's new committee have taken the unprecedented step and cut their admission prices for their first team games at the Beechnut Lane Stadium until the end of the season.
Colls are now the cheapest in the league with a ?3 charge for adults and, further more, they are to allow all Under 18s in for free.
A club spokesman stated: "We are sick of the stadium having no atmosphere and are determined to get this club buzzing again.
"And, we will be doing other things very soon to encourage youngsters down to our football club."
The reduced admission starts with this Saturday's home league clash with AFC Emley.
The KoolSport NCEL Division One side's new committee have taken the unprecedented step and cut their admission prices for their first team games at the Beechnut Lane Stadium until the end of the season.
Colls are now the cheapest in the league with a ?3 charge for adults and, further more, they are to allow all Under 18s in for free.
A club spokesman stated: "We are sick of the stadium having no atmosphere and are determined to get this club buzzing again.
"And, we will be doing other things very soon to encourage youngsters down to our football club."
The reduced admission starts with this Saturday's home league clash with AFC Emley.
(Story Source: Pontefract Collieries)
Ponte Snap Up Duo
7th July, 2009
Pontefract Collieries have announced the signing of Rob Poulter from Dinnington Town and Dean Twibey from Thackley.
Goalkeeper Rob will be coming into the club as player-coach. He is currently coaching for Sheffield Wednesday and will look after the first team initially before moving on to all age groups within the club.
Rob's previous clubs include Sheffield Wednesday, Gretna, Gainsborough Trinity and Stocksbridge Park Steels before being at Dinnington last season.
Pontefract born Dean has signed for his local team from Thackley and a host of other clubs have been after his signature.
But, having spoken with the manager Simon Houghton and the Chairman Trevor Waddington, he's decided that Ponte has the most ambition and potential.
A defender by trade but who can also play in midfield, his previous club is Scunthorpe United.
As the club aims to build on last season, nearly all the players have re-signed and hopefully in the next few days there will be a few more important signings.
Goalkeeper Rob will be coming into the club as player-coach. He is currently coaching for Sheffield Wednesday and will look after the first team initially before moving on to all age groups within the club.
Rob's previous clubs include Sheffield Wednesday, Gretna, Gainsborough Trinity and Stocksbridge Park Steels before being at Dinnington last season.
Pontefract born Dean has signed for his local team from Thackley and a host of other clubs have been after his signature.
But, having spoken with the manager Simon Houghton and the Chairman Trevor Waddington, he's decided that Ponte has the most ambition and potential.
A defender by trade but who can also play in midfield, his previous club is Scunthorpe United.
As the club aims to build on last season, nearly all the players have re-signed and hopefully in the next few days there will be a few more important signings.
(Story Source: Pontefract Collieries)
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