Quartet Join Sheffield
3rd June, 2006
Sheffield FC manager Dave McCarthy has moved quickly to complete the signing of four new players.
McCarthy has added Gary Townsend, Chris Dolby, James Holmshaw and Miles Thorpe to his squad ahead of the 2006/07 season.
Sheffield-born Townsend, who joins from Unibond Premier League side Ilkeston Town, is a striker who can also play in midfield.
Sheffield have also added Chris Dolby, a talented midfielder from Unibond First Division side Belper Town, James Holmshaw, a goalkeeper from Conference North side Gainsborough Trinity and experienced midfielder Miles Thorpe, who arrives from Conference North side Worksop Town.
McCarthy said: "I have wanted to sign all these four players for some time and it would seem persistence has paid off.
"All four players will add quality and experience to the talented squad already here at Sheffield.
"I am sure the supporters will enjoy seeing them play."
Sheffield just missed out on gaining promotion last season and McCarthy is planning to bolster his squad even more before the start of pre-season.
McCarthy has added Gary Townsend, Chris Dolby, James Holmshaw and Miles Thorpe to his squad ahead of the 2006/07 season.
Sheffield-born Townsend, who joins from Unibond Premier League side Ilkeston Town, is a striker who can also play in midfield.
Sheffield have also added Chris Dolby, a talented midfielder from Unibond First Division side Belper Town, James Holmshaw, a goalkeeper from Conference North side Gainsborough Trinity and experienced midfielder Miles Thorpe, who arrives from Conference North side Worksop Town.
McCarthy said: "I have wanted to sign all these four players for some time and it would seem persistence has paid off.
"All four players will add quality and experience to the talented squad already here at Sheffield.
"I am sure the supporters will enjoy seeing them play."
Sheffield just missed out on gaining promotion last season and McCarthy is planning to bolster his squad even more before the start of pre-season.
(Story Source: Sheffield FC)
Sheffield Groundsman Wins Award
25th May, 2006
The FA's Groundsman of the Year is now in its fifth year and the
Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA are delighted to announce Pete Bowden of Sheffield FC as the winner for 2006.
The Award was set up to recognise the contribution of these unsung heroes of the grass roots game and encourage the development of groundmanship.
Pete not only looks after the pitch for Sheffield FC, officially recognised by FIFA as the world's oldest football club, but he also looks after the pitch for Hallam FC, the world's oldest football ground!
James Hope-Gill, Chief Executive of the County FA said: "This award is a fantastic opportunity for clubs and players to recognise the wonderful work done by many grounds staff across the area.
"Congratulations to Pete for winning the award. The work of the groundsmen often goes unrewarded. The award is won by nominations received from peers and colleagues, a terrific way to let the groundsman know his work and diligence doesn't go unnoticed."
The Coach & Horses ground is used by the senior team, the over 35's, the under 19's occasionally the disability squad, as well as the ladies team and of course is often used to host football festivals and campaign launches for Sheffield FC.
Pete certainly has his work cut out on a weekly basis, making sure the pitch is in the best possible condition for everyone to play the beautiful game on!
In addition to securing the County FA award, Pete was also runner up in the regional awards.
The County FA previous winners include Alan Jeeves from HSBC 2001 and 2004. Winning the National Award in 2001 and coming third in the Nationals this year.
Robert Gledhill from Penistone Church FC, Damon Wormald from Parkgate in Rotherham are also former winners of the award.
The Award was set up to recognise the contribution of these unsung heroes of the grass roots game and encourage the development of groundmanship.
Pete not only looks after the pitch for Sheffield FC, officially recognised by FIFA as the world's oldest football club, but he also looks after the pitch for Hallam FC, the world's oldest football ground!
James Hope-Gill, Chief Executive of the County FA said: "This award is a fantastic opportunity for clubs and players to recognise the wonderful work done by many grounds staff across the area.
"Congratulations to Pete for winning the award. The work of the groundsmen often goes unrewarded. The award is won by nominations received from peers and colleagues, a terrific way to let the groundsman know his work and diligence doesn't go unnoticed."
The Coach & Horses ground is used by the senior team, the over 35's, the under 19's occasionally the disability squad, as well as the ladies team and of course is often used to host football festivals and campaign launches for Sheffield FC.
Pete certainly has his work cut out on a weekly basis, making sure the pitch is in the best possible condition for everyone to play the beautiful game on!
In addition to securing the County FA award, Pete was also runner up in the regional awards.
The County FA previous winners include Alan Jeeves from HSBC 2001 and 2004. Winning the National Award in 2001 and coming third in the Nationals this year.
Robert Gledhill from Penistone Church FC, Damon Wormald from Parkgate in Rotherham are also former winners of the award.
(Story Source: Sheffield & Hallamshire FA)
Boot For Africa Appeal By Sheffield
7th May, 2006
Sheffield FC has kicked-off a unique national campaign to provide football boots to deprived children in South Africa.
The oldest football club in the world launched its "Boots for Africa" campaign as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations in 2007.
Sheffield FC aims to raise a minimum of 2007 pairs of cleaned-up football boots for South African townships and help make the game more accessible for thousands of young people.
Former England and Arsenal defender Tony Adams and 100 schoolchildren from the region started the campaign with a special McDonald's football tournament at the club's Bright Finance Stadium in Dronfield.
The oldest football club in the world launched its "Boots for Africa" campaign as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations in 2007.
Sheffield FC aims to raise a minimum of 2007 pairs of cleaned-up football boots for South African townships and help make the game more accessible for thousands of young people.
Former England and Arsenal defender Tony Adams and 100 schoolchildren from the region started the campaign with a special McDonald's football tournament at the club's Bright Finance Stadium in Dronfield.
(Story Source: Sheffield FC)
Senior Cup Win For Sheffield
3rd May, 2006
Congratulations to Sheffield who have won the Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup.
They beat fellow NCEL side Parkgate 2-1 at Hillsborough, the ground of Sheffield Wednesday FC.
But, it was the Division One side who scored first and looked set to cause an upset through Ryan Johnson.
But, Sheffield equalised soon after through James Tevendale and, just as the game looked to be going into extra time, Rob Ward scored the winner with the last kick of the game.
They beat fellow NCEL side Parkgate 2-1 at Hillsborough, the ground of Sheffield Wednesday FC.
But, it was the Division One side who scored first and looked set to cause an upset through Ryan Johnson.
But, Sheffield equalised soon after through James Tevendale and, just as the game looked to be going into extra time, Rob Ward scored the winner with the last kick of the game.
Sheffield To Stage Own Home Nations
5th March, 2006
The world's oldest football club, Sheffield FC, will hold a home international tournament with a difference this summer.
Sheffield, founded in October 1857, will face Cliftonville and Newi Cefn Druids - the oldest clubs in Northern Ireland and Wales - as well as an Isle of Man representative side.
The tournament, that starts the club's 150th anniversary celebrations, takes place on the weekend of July 22nd and 23rd at Sheffield's Bright Finance Stadium with two matches on each day.
Sheffield, founded in October 1857, will face Cliftonville and Newi Cefn Druids - the oldest clubs in Northern Ireland and Wales - as well as an Isle of Man representative side.
The tournament, that starts the club's 150th anniversary celebrations, takes place on the weekend of July 22nd and 23rd at Sheffield's Bright Finance Stadium with two matches on each day.
(Story Source: The Non-League Paper)
Three More Honorary Members Of Oldest Club
20th November, 2005
Sir Bobby Robson, Eric Cantona and Bryan Robson this week became the latest stars to back the world's oldest club by becoming honorary members of Sheffield FC.
The trio follow England cricket captain Michael Vaughan, national coach Sven Goran Eriksso and FIFA boss Sepp Blatter after being sold on the club at the SoccerEx trade show in Dubai.
Inter Milan, Barcelona, Porto, Galatasaray, Fenerbache, Kaizer Chiefs and Boca Juniors are also interested in partnerships with the club which celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2007.
Chairman Richard Tims said: "Sheffield FC is now established in the football world. There are a lot of exciting opportunities.
"We've made a lot of new friends and the future looks very bright. We even gave business cards to Bill Clinton and Richard Branson - but we'll have to wait and see if we get anywhere with that."
The trio follow England cricket captain Michael Vaughan, national coach Sven Goran Eriksso and FIFA boss Sepp Blatter after being sold on the club at the SoccerEx trade show in Dubai.
Inter Milan, Barcelona, Porto, Galatasaray, Fenerbache, Kaizer Chiefs and Boca Juniors are also interested in partnerships with the club which celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2007.
Chairman Richard Tims said: "Sheffield FC is now established in the football world. There are a lot of exciting opportunities.
"We've made a lot of new friends and the future looks very bright. We even gave business cards to Bill Clinton and Richard Branson - but we'll have to wait and see if we get anywhere with that."
(Story Source: The Non-League Paper)
Sheffield Keep Oldest Club Title
15th August, 2005
Premier Division Sheffield FC's status as the world's oldest football club is secure.
Their standing was in doubt after the Football Association appeared to acknowledge that Cambridge University AFC was formed in 1856 - a year before Sheffield.
But, FA historian David Barber said: "Sheffield FC is accepted worldwide as the oldest club."
The confusion arose because it was believed the FA accepted the Laws of the Game derived directly from those drawn up in Cambridge in 1856.
But, Sheffield chairman Richard Tims said: "I was a bit miffed about the wording in the report. The FA have fully backed our status - I was always confident they would."
Their standing was in doubt after the Football Association appeared to acknowledge that Cambridge University AFC was formed in 1856 - a year before Sheffield.
But, FA historian David Barber said: "Sheffield FC is accepted worldwide as the oldest club."
The confusion arose because it was believed the FA accepted the Laws of the Game derived directly from those drawn up in Cambridge in 1856.
But, Sheffield chairman Richard Tims said: "I was a bit miffed about the wording in the report. The FA have fully backed our status - I was always confident they would."
(Story Source: The Non-League Paper)
Tables
| NCEL Premier Division | P | Pts | +/- | ||
| P | 1 | Buxton | 38 | 95 | 75 |
| 2 | Liversedge | 38 | 80 | 57 | |
| P | 3 | Harrogate Railway | 38 | 73 | 43 |
| 4 | Sheffield | 38 | 70 | 20 | |
| 5 | Arnold Town (-3) | 38 | 67 | 27 | |
| 6 | Pickering Town | 38 | 66 | 21 | |
| 7 | Sutton Town | 38 | 60 | 21 | |
| 8 | Selby Town | 38 | 56 | -2 | |
| 9 | Thackley (-3) | 38 | 54 | -3 | |
| 10 | Armthorpe Welfare | 38 | 47 | -12 | |
| 11 | Glapwell | 38 | 47 | -25 | |
| 12 | Garforth Town (-1) | 38 | 46 | -7 | |
| 13 | Mickleover Spts | 38 | 44 | -22 | |
| 14 | Eccleshill United | 38 | 43 | -4 | |
| 15 | Shirebrook Town (-3) | 38 | 40 | -26 | |
| 16 | Glasshoughton Welf | 38 | 38 | -18 | |
| 17 | Hallam | 38 | 38 | -29 | |
| 18 | Maltby Main (-1) | 38 | 37 | -18 | |
| 19 | Long Eaton United (-3) | 38 | 29 | -39 | |
| 20 | Brodsworth Welf | 38 | 23 | -59 | |
| NCEL Division One | P | Pts | +/- | ||
| P | 1 | Carlton Town | 30 | 73 | 41 |
| P | 2 | Retford United | 30 | 65 | 46 |
| 3 | Tadcaster Albion | 30 | 64 | 20 | |
| 4 | Gedling Town | 30 | 62 | 41 | |
| 5 | Winterton Rangers | 30 | 61 | 44 | |
| 6 | Parkgate | 30 | 59 | 47 | |
| 7 | Lincoln Moorlands | 30 | 49 | 16 | |
| 8 | Borrowash Victoria | 30 | 49 | 5 | |
| 9 | Worsbrough Bridge MW | 30 | 38 | -10 | |
| 10 | Staveley MW | 30 | 31 | -13 | |
| 11 | Pontefract Collieries | 30 | 25 | -21 | |
| 12 | Rossington Main | 30 | 25 | -29 | |
| 13 | Sth Normanton | 30 | 24 | -42 | |
| 14 | Hall Road Rangers | 30 | 23 | -44 | |
| 15 | Teversal | 30 | 21 | -50 | |
| 16 | Yorkshire Amateur | 30 | 16 | -51 | |