DAVID MORRIS
CHAIRMAN'S WELCOME Good afternoon and welcome to today’s game against Cradley Town. We had an enjoyable trip to Cradley earlier in the season and welcome their players and officials to Ashby de la Zouch and hope they have a good day with us (not on the pitch obviously). As always it seems to have been a busy time over the last 3 weeks since writing last. We gave a tremendous performance to beat Bilston before our FA Vase trip to Newark, and what a trip that was ! Even though we lost 3-0 (score flattered them by the way) our support was simply incredible, for so many to travel such a distance to cheer the boys on was fantastic and the banter from The Ultras was hilarious. The club that hosted Collingham FC have enjoyed our company so much they want a pre season friendly with us, both “home and away”, brilliant. Ewe then played extremely well again to beat Uttoxeter Town (league above) to progress in The League Cup where we will face old rivals Ingles in the next round. All of which brings us to Stapenhill away last week. As many of you will have seen from our excellent social media , we signed their top scorer in the days preceding the game, which I don’t think went down overly well and certainly seemed to fire them up, however we soo deserved a point and I left there very frustrated as I’m sure did Andy and all the boys ! As I mentioned I must give a warm welcome to George Teeney, good luck in your Ivanhoe career George, can’t wait for your first goal for us ! The Knights have had a frustrating time of late with both of their last opponents being unable to field a side, that shouldn’t be the case today as they face a strong Houghton Rangers side in The County Cup so best wishes to Lee, Chris and the boys for that one. As always loads of junior boys and girls games every weekend plus the
Saturday morning Soccer School so as usual, lots going on. Hate to mention the “C” word, but it’s coming and if you want a stocking filler for a Christmas gift, check out the club shop online to place an order. www.ashbyivanhoefc.co.uk/shop All that remains is to wish Andy and the boys all the best for this afternoon, thank you all for your continued support, it’s much appreciated, COME ON IVANHOE !!! Dave Chairman If you are visiting the ground by car please DO NOT OBSTRUCT the junction to Cambrian Way by parking on the grass/path verge as this is both dangerous and you could get a fixed penalty notice from the Council and or Police.
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