Champions Host Tigers In Friendly
13th June, 2008
Winterton Rangers are to play Premier League new boys Hull City in a pre-season friendly at West Street.
It takes place on Tuesday 15th July, kick-off 7.45pm.
Rangers' Assistant Secretary, Brian Crowder said: "We are delighted that Hull City have agreed to visit West Street again.
"Last year Phil Brown brought a full squad who we surprised winning 3-2 with a Rob Northen hat-trick.
"It gave us a fillip before the season and we hope for similar this year."
Winterton have formed a partnership with Hull City over recent years.
The Tigers' U19 team have played their home games at West Street for the last two seasons whilst their reserves have also held a number of games there.
League Two side Grimsby Town are also to visit West Street on Friday 11th July.
In the past, Winterton was always Grimsby's opening friendly but the fixture recently fell by the wayside.
But, it is back this summer and Alan Buckley will be bringing a mixed squad back for what will be a busy few days for Pete Daniel's men.
It takes place on Tuesday 15th July, kick-off 7.45pm.
Rangers' Assistant Secretary, Brian Crowder said: "We are delighted that Hull City have agreed to visit West Street again.
"Last year Phil Brown brought a full squad who we surprised winning 3-2 with a Rob Northen hat-trick.
"It gave us a fillip before the season and we hope for similar this year."
Winterton have formed a partnership with Hull City over recent years.
The Tigers' U19 team have played their home games at West Street for the last two seasons whilst their reserves have also held a number of games there.
League Two side Grimsby Town are also to visit West Street on Friday 11th July.
In the past, Winterton was always Grimsby's opening friendly but the fixture recently fell by the wayside.
But, it is back this summer and Alan Buckley will be bringing a mixed squad back for what will be a busy few days for Pete Daniel's men.
(Story Source: Winterton Rangers)
Management Boost For Rangers
24th April, 2008
Peter Daniel and Dave Robinson have given Winterton Rangers a massive boost by saying they will stay with the NCEL Premier Division champions.
The management duo's decision was revealed by Assistant Secretary Brian Crowder who told the NCEL Website: "Obviously, success breeds interest from other parties and Pete and Dave have been approached.
"But, we are delighted that they have agreed to continue at West Street.
"Since they joined the club, we have seen a continuous improvement culminating in this season which, in truth, we expected to be a one of consolidation.
"But, Pete, Dave and the team have excelled and made all the hard work behind the scenes rebuilding the club worthwhile."
Crowder added: "The welcome we have had at all the clubs we have visited since winning the title has been tremendous in what is a very competitive but friendly league."
The management duo's decision was revealed by Assistant Secretary Brian Crowder who told the NCEL Website: "Obviously, success breeds interest from other parties and Pete and Dave have been approached.
"But, we are delighted that they have agreed to continue at West Street.
"Since they joined the club, we have seen a continuous improvement culminating in this season which, in truth, we expected to be a one of consolidation.
"But, Pete, Dave and the team have excelled and made all the hard work behind the scenes rebuilding the club worthwhile."
Crowder added: "The welcome we have had at all the clubs we have visited since winning the title has been tremendous in what is a very competitive but friendly league."
(Story Source: Winterton Rangers)
Winterton Removed From FA Vase
4th January, 2008
Winterton Rangers have accepted a ruling that they be removed from the FA Vase with fellow NCEL side Pickering Town reinstated to the competition.
An FA Vase Sub-Committee meeting held today discussed the inclusion of Rob Northen in the Third Round match between the two clubs on December 8th.
He played whilst under suspension by the Lincolnshire FA and scored Winterton's opening goal in their 2-1 victory.
After serious consideration, the Sub-Committee decided that Winterton Rangers have breached The FA Vase Rules by playing an ineligible player in the tie as the player was under suspension.
The Sub-Committee decided in accordance with its discretionary powers that Winterton Rangers are removed from the Competition and that Pickering Town are reinstated. The prize fund payment of ?1,200 is now forfeit.
The FA panel accepted that Winterton had not deliberately attempted to breach any rule.
So, no order was made as to costs and no fine imposed as removal from the Competition is deemed sufficient punishment.
The FA Carlsberg Vase Fourth Round Proper tie will now be Merstham v Pickering Town to be played on Saturday 19 January 2008.
Winterton's chairman Dave Crowder, who led the club's delegation at Soho Square, said: "Although we are disappointed with the outcome of today?s hearing, we accept the FA ruling.
"We apologise to the 'team' and supporters and thank them all for their support and understanding during what has been a difficult time for us all.
"An internal enquiry has taken place within the club, and lessons have been learned."
He added: "We still have much to play for with our exciting young side still in all domestic cup competitions and flying high in the league.
"And, whilst this incident is prominent at the moment, it does not take away the players outstanding performances in the NCEL Premier Division this season.
"Our season and 2008 ironically starts with an away game against our friends at Pickering Town, who we wish every success in the next round of the FA Vase."
An FA Vase Sub-Committee meeting held today discussed the inclusion of Rob Northen in the Third Round match between the two clubs on December 8th.
He played whilst under suspension by the Lincolnshire FA and scored Winterton's opening goal in their 2-1 victory.
After serious consideration, the Sub-Committee decided that Winterton Rangers have breached The FA Vase Rules by playing an ineligible player in the tie as the player was under suspension.
The Sub-Committee decided in accordance with its discretionary powers that Winterton Rangers are removed from the Competition and that Pickering Town are reinstated. The prize fund payment of ?1,200 is now forfeit.
The FA panel accepted that Winterton had not deliberately attempted to breach any rule.
So, no order was made as to costs and no fine imposed as removal from the Competition is deemed sufficient punishment.
The FA Carlsberg Vase Fourth Round Proper tie will now be Merstham v Pickering Town to be played on Saturday 19 January 2008.
Winterton's chairman Dave Crowder, who led the club's delegation at Soho Square, said: "Although we are disappointed with the outcome of today?s hearing, we accept the FA ruling.
"We apologise to the 'team' and supporters and thank them all for their support and understanding during what has been a difficult time for us all.
"An internal enquiry has taken place within the club, and lessons have been learned."
He added: "We still have much to play for with our exciting young side still in all domestic cup competitions and flying high in the league.
"And, whilst this incident is prominent at the moment, it does not take away the players outstanding performances in the NCEL Premier Division this season.
"Our season and 2008 ironically starts with an away game against our friends at Pickering Town, who we wish every success in the next round of the FA Vase."
(Story Source: The FA)
FA Probe Suspended Player Claim
23rd December, 2007
The Football Association are looking into allegations that Winterton Rangers fielded a suspended player in the FA Vase.
Rangers won 2-1 in the Third Round clash against fellow NCEL side Pickering Town at West Street on the 8th of December.
The matter will be discussed at an FA hearing on the 4th of January, the day before the two sides meet in a Premier Division encounter.
Rangers won 2-1 in the Third Round clash against fellow NCEL side Pickering Town at West Street on the 8th of December.
The matter will be discussed at an FA hearing on the 4th of January, the day before the two sides meet in a Premier Division encounter.
Rangers Groundsman In Top Eight
23rd September, 2007
NCEL Premier Division side Winterton Rangers were invited to the National Groundsman Of The Year awards earlier this month.
The event took place at Windsor Racecourse and included eight groundsmen from Step Five and Six Leagues who were honoured for the great work they have done in keeping their pitches in top condition.
Alf Smith, who tends the ground at Rangers as well as being Treasurer for the club, went with his team of Jeg Sewell and Dave Crowder to the ceremony.
And, although not named in the top three, the club were highly commended for their work on the pitch at West Street.
Chairman Dave Crowder said: "Alf has worked tirelessly over many years, often on his own to create the playing surface we have today.
"The event and the award are just reward for his efforts, and the pitch is a credit to him."
The event took place at Windsor Racecourse and included eight groundsmen from Step Five and Six Leagues who were honoured for the great work they have done in keeping their pitches in top condition.
Alf Smith, who tends the ground at Rangers as well as being Treasurer for the club, went with his team of Jeg Sewell and Dave Crowder to the ceremony.
And, although not named in the top three, the club were highly commended for their work on the pitch at West Street.
Chairman Dave Crowder said: "Alf has worked tirelessly over many years, often on his own to create the playing surface we have today.
"The event and the award are just reward for his efforts, and the pitch is a credit to him."
(Story Source: Winterton Rangers)
Injury Blow For Rangers
31st August, 2007
Winterton Rangers favourite Mark Whitehouse is expected to be out of action for six to eight weeks after fracturing a cheekbone.
It happened during the recent FA Cup tie with Armthorpe Welfare when he was involved in a collision with Rangers keeper Ben Simpson that saw Mark concussed and eventually taken to hospital in an ambulance.
Mark was a star performer during Winterton's promotion push last year, converting from left side midfield to full back.
And, he had started this season in defence performing very well in the opening games.
A club spokesperson said: "Mark visited Rangers for the league game with Mickleover Sports last Saturday sporting a very swollen and bruised face, but in a positive frame of mind.
"We used him to scare the kids off the pitch!"
All wish him a speedy recovery.
It happened during the recent FA Cup tie with Armthorpe Welfare when he was involved in a collision with Rangers keeper Ben Simpson that saw Mark concussed and eventually taken to hospital in an ambulance.
Mark was a star performer during Winterton's promotion push last year, converting from left side midfield to full back.
And, he had started this season in defence performing very well in the opening games.
A club spokesperson said: "Mark visited Rangers for the league game with Mickleover Sports last Saturday sporting a very swollen and bruised face, but in a positive frame of mind.
"We used him to scare the kids off the pitch!"
All wish him a speedy recovery.
(Story Source: Winterton Rangers)
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