Woking Football Club Limited is a private company limited by shares registered in England, company number 03329172. Material shareholders holding in excess of 10% of the Ordinary shares of Woking Football Club Limited are currently Mr. Peter Jordan, who controls 46%, The Cardinals Supporters’ Society (Chairman Mr. Rupert Phillips) which controls 23% and Final Third Sport UK (Shareholding Directors Mr. Dwight Volpe and Mr John Katz) and which controls 14% of the voting rights in the Company.
Board of Directors: Drew Volpe, John Katz, Dave Curtis, Gareth Farrell, George Burnett
Chief Operating Officer: Dave Curtis
Company Secretary: George Burnett
Honorary Vice President: Peter Jordan
Club Ambassador: Geoff Chapple
Business Development Director: Simon Jones
Accounts & Finance Manager: Pam Stevenson
Food & Beverage Manager: Evie Carey
Sales Administrator: Issac Allen-Harris
Media Lead: Jonnie Green
Safety Officer: Amelia Tyson
Ticketing & Operations Executive: Sheena Nichol
Shop Manager: Ben Cavey
Club Chaplain: Ian Nicholson
WElCoME
Greetings, and welcome back to the Laithwaite Community Stadium as we welcome Slough Town for our first FA Cup Fixture of the 24/25 season.
Michael and the lads head into the game off the back of a well-earnt point – only a late penalty prevented us from taking all 3-points from an in-form York City last Saturday.
The value and importance of this competition cannot be understated – many a magical memory has been made at the Laithwaite
Community Stadium through the wonders of the FA Cup, and we hope this tonight’s fixture is no exception. Read on through this very special FA Cup edition of our programme, and relive our most telling tales.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR MATCH & BALL SPONSOR
I am delighted to welcome Sport Focus Coaching to the LCS as our Match Sponsor for today’s game – they deliver high quality fun, engaging and educational classes for 4-11
year olds. The club have donated our Ball Sponsorship to Oakleaf Enterprise, a Guildford based mental health charity that I have had the honour of recently being introduced to, and am incredibly excited to work closely with as the season progresses.
THE COMMUNITY COLUMN
The club released the 2nd edition of our Community Column – a snapshot of all the community work our club and partners have been involved in over the last few weeks –you can check it out here:
A THANK YOU TO THE CARDS TRUST & OUR FAN WALL
Lastly, I’d like to take this time to say a personal thank you to all the wonderful volunteers at the Cards Trust. Their tireless dedication and commitment to the club has been unbelievable, but tonight we are delighted to offer 12 of them the chance to kick-back and relax in the Geoff Chapple Lounge as guests of the club. You’ll have hopefully also noticed the installation of our “Fan Wall”, located on the Cardinals Bar – please purchase a plaque to show your support here.
As always, I am keen to hear from fans with any feedback (good or bad!), ideas of inspirations – drop me a note on simon. jones@wokingfc.co.uk
BEN TURNER
2024/25 SE ASoN TiCKETS
IN SAfE HANdS
As a reminder, it is our goal to ensure that all supporters feel safe and welcome at the Laithwaite Community Stadium. To that end, on 11 December 2021, the Club launched the “In Safe Hands” programme to help our fans report racist, sexist, homophobic, or other abusive language simply and anonymously.
If you hear any abusive language, experience it yourself or if you or someone you see feels / looks threatened, you can text the Club anonymously and the message will be monitored by our Safety Officer during the match. Simply text WFC (followed by the nature of your concern and location) to 66777 and we will address your concerns. Example: If you hear racial abuse whilst sitting in the KRE, please send the following text to 66777: “WFC racial abuse centre section of KRE.”
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AHEAd of THE GAME
Woking enter the 2024/25 FA Cup with the visit of National League South side Slough Town to the Laithwaite on Saturday. In what will be Michael Doyle’s first FA Cup game in charge of the Cards, he will hope to avoid a big banana skin in the form of the high-flying Rebels.
As mentioned in Ben Turner’s interview last Saturday, Timi Odusina could be back in contention for this game, whilst Dennon Lewis and Harry Beautyman have also made recoveries from injury and featured against York. Max Dyche served his suspension for five bookings on Saturday and will also be available, giving Doyle plenty of options.
OPPOSITION WATCH
Slough Town finished 10th in last season’s National League South and gave themselves a solid foundation to build on for this season. Despite the likes of former Woking hero John Goddard and defenders Temi Eweka and Tyrese Dyce departing for Maidstone and Maidenhead respectively, manager Scott Davies has made some impressive additions, including former Woking striker Sam Evans.
Slough’s top scorer is none other than former Cardinal loanee Slavi Spasov, the 22-year-old Bulgarian with four goals in six games. One to watch is 25-year-old centre half Dan Bayliss, enjoying his second season at National League South level following his move from Bracknell Town. The Rebels have had to overcome two qualifying rounds to get to this stage, beating two step 3 sides
Woking vs Slough Town FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round
Saturday 12th October 2024
15:00 Kick-Off
in Chichester City, who were defeated 2-1 at Arbour Park, before a 3-0 away win at Chatham Town, which was ‘anything but straightforward’, according to assistant manager Tony Fontenelle.
Last season in the FA Cup, Slough held National League side Ebbsfleet United to a draw, defeating them 2-0 in the replay at Arbour Park to set up a tie with League Two outfit Grimsby Town. A 1-1 draw at home saw boss Davies score, but in the replay, the Mariners were 7-2 victors, including a goal for Woking midfielder Jamie Andrews.
AROUND THE GROUND
Tickets are available to purchase online here
Please remember that this is an all-pay fixture, further details are here.
LAST TIME OUT
In the last two meetings between the sides, both fixtures were won 1-0 by the away side. Following promotion for the Rebels and relegation for the Cards, the sides met in November 2018 at Arbour Park for the first time in 20 years. Ben Gerring secured the points for Woking with a first half goal.
The reverse fixture saw Slough win at the Laithwaite for the first time since 1993, with Francis Amartey, now back at the Rebels, with the only goal.
Overall, there have been 49 meetings between the sides, with Woking victorious on 22 occasions, Slough triumphant 17 times, and 10 draws.
TICKET INFORMATION
ONLINE & ADVANCE SALES VS. [MATCHDAY SALES]
Adults – £21 [£24]
Concessions – £16 [£19]
Next-Gen (17-22) – £13 [£16]
Under 17 (14-16) – £9 [£12]
Under 14 (13 & under) – £5
Family ticket* - £47.50 [online exclusively]
*Family ticket discount will be applied when two (2) adult tickets & two (2) under 14 tickets are selected and added to the basket for any home league match.
PURCHASE TICKETS
ARRIVING AT THE STADIUM
Kingfield Road turnstiles – blue and yellow entry opens two-and-a-half hours before kick-off, unless otherwise stated.
Westfield Avenue turnstiles - red and orange entry opens two-and-a-half hours before kick-off, unless otherwise stated.
Away supporter turnstiles - white entry opens two hours before kick-off, unless stated otherwise.
Supporters who have purchased a hospitality package will have green entry and should enter through the Guest Entrance, Kingfield Road.
Supporters are reminded to arrive at the Laithwaite Community Stadium in good time, and are not guaranteed to gain entry in time for kick-off when arriving less than 30 minutes before kick-off.
FOOD & DRINK
The Cardinals Bar is located at the front of the stadium.
The bar has full draught and bottle beer options. The Fan Zone is the newest addition for supporters and is located opposite the Cardinals Bar.
Moaners Corner Café is located next Moaners Corners Stand, with hot and cold drinks, plus snacks available.
The Seymours Community Stand has hot food options and a last lane for beverages.
CLUB SHOP
The Club Shop is open two-and-a-half hours before kick-off, located by the Fan Zone.
The shop is also open Mon - Fri, 10:00 - 16:00, upon check-in at reception.
TICKETING INFORMATION
All Woking FC Season Ticket holders can use their Season Ticket card to enter Laithwaite Community Stadium for all Vanarama National League matches.
Supporters with individual match tickets can use the e-ticket they purchased which was emailed from noreply@ktckts.com. Such tickets can be scanned on a smartphone or when printed.
Any assistance needed for matchday please contact tickets@wokingfc.co.uk, call 01483 772470, or come to reception Mon - Fri, 09:0017:00, or matchdays, 09:00 - half-time.
OTHER INFORMATION
Away supporter information can be found here. Directions to the ground are available here. Disabled access information is available here
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Cardinal appearances in the making.
OUR CHANCE TO WIN!
Woking Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Adam Chicksen.
One apiece in the late kick-off. Dan Moss scored his first goal for the club in the second-half.
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MATCHdAY & BAll SPoNSoRSHIP
Booking as part of a business, or simply looking to celebrate in added style? Why not take out a match or ball sponsorship?
You’ll receive all the incredible VIP Hospitality benefits, plus: Match Sponsorship - £1,150.00 + VAT
• Signed home shirt
• Half-page programme promotion
• PA promotion
• Social media and website promotion
• Access to our “Partner Perks” for the 24/25 season
• Full matchday hospitality for a table of ten (add additional guests for only £50 per person)
• Choose player of the match – read out on PA
• Executive VIP parking
Match Ball Sponsorship - £650.00 + VAT
• Signed match ball
• Half-page programme promotion
• PA promotion
• Social media and website promotion
• Access to our “Partner Perks” for the 24/25 season
• Full matchday hospitality experience for a table of six (add additional guests for only £50 per person)
Pl AYER SPoNSoRSHIP
The club are delighted to announce the Player Sponsorship package for the 24/25 season.
The club have reviewed the price and enhanced the offer to make supporting your favourite 1st team management or player more accessible and rewarding.
From the 24/25 season, player and management sponsors will receive:
• Signed match worn home and away jerseys near the start of the season presented at our Player & Management Sponsors dinner.
• Dedicated video shout-out from the player on signing and/ or on your birthday/special event (or a significant others).
• 2 x hospitality tickets during the season and the opportunity to meet your sponsored player after/before the game.
• Option to attend manager/player meet and greet throughout the season.
• Pre-game scoreboard reel with players and your name/ logo next to them.
Price for 24/25 player sponsorship is £900 + VAT. To sponsor a player, please email Simon, the club's Business Development Director, on simon.jones@wokingfc.co.uk.
SPONSOR
4 Cian Harries
28. Ollie Webber
22. Will Jääskeläinen
3. Jacob Jones
2. Dan Moss
7. Harry Beautyman
8. Dale Gorman
5. Timi Odusina
6. Jamie Andrews
21. Ben Wynter
35. Max Dyche
27. Dion Kelly-Evans
11. Dennon Lewis
9. Charley Kendall
26. Tom Dryer
29. Tom Leahy
18. Raheem Conte
Rohan Ince
17. Matt Ward
16. Tunji Akinola
10. Lewis Walker
14. Deon Moore
15. Adam Chicksen 23. Jermaine Anderson
John Keeley
Dan Rowe
Ben Turner
Michael Doyle
Malcolm Jobling
Thinesh
SloUGH ToWN
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Slough Town begins the 2024/25 season with several exciting new players bedding in and the considerable benefit of a new 50-year lease on Arbour Park. Numerous improvements have been made, and the Board, along with the A23 Football Group, has now settled into their role as majority owners. November 2022 saw a change in management for the Rebels, with Scott Davies, the former club captain, taking on the role of Team Manager. Scott, who steered Slough to safety last season, is now focused on rebuilding the side for the new campaign, bringing renewed optimism to the club.
After a remarkable decade at the helm, Neil Baker and Jon Underwood stepped down as managers, much to the disappointment but sincere gratitude of supporters and the Board alike. Their departure marked the end of a historic era. Baker and Underwood took over in 2013, and in their first season, Slough Town won the Southern League Division One Central play-offs in thrilling fashion. The final, played at Kettering, saw the Rebels down 2-0 at half-time, but a stunning comeback in the second half resulted in a 3-2 victory, securing promotion to the Southern League Premier Division. It was a match that
fans will remember for years, epitomizing the spirit and resilience that Baker and Underwood instilled in their team.
The next two seasons saw the Rebels consolidate their position in the Southern League Premier Division, and in 2016/17, Slough Town reached the play-offs but were beaten by Leamington in the semi-finals. The following season, however, was one of the club’s finest in recent memory. Finishing third in the league, Slough earned another play-off spot and, after defeating Kettering Town in the semi-finals, traveled to King’s Lynn Town for the final. The atmosphere was electric, and despite going behind early in the game, Slough equalized through Flood just before half-time. As the match wore on, Slough grew in confidence, and when Williams scored the winning goal in the 90th minute, it sparked wild celebrations. Slough Town had regained their place in the National League South after 20 long years.
Their first season back in the National League South was a promising one. The Rebels finished just two points shy of a play-off place, a remarkable achievement considering the jump in competition level. However, the following two seasons were heavily disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2019/20, Slough were well-positioned for another play-off push when the season was cut short in March. Although the Rebels were awarded a fifth-place finish based on points per game, they were defeated by Dartford in the play-offs at Arbour Park, a game that was played behind closed doors due to lockdown restrictions. The 2020/21 season was similarly impacted by the pandemic, with the campaign being declared null and void after only a few months.
Despite these setbacks, Slough Town remained competitive, though the margins in the National League South proved finer than expected. The league is highly competitive, with most teams
capable of beating each other on any given day. For Slough, this meant that results often hinged on small moments of brilliance or lapses in concentration. In the 2019/20 FA Cup, for example, Slough beat Flackwell Heath in their first-round qualifying tie but were knocked out in a replay at home to Chippenham Town. The first match had been a rollercoaster, with Slough taking a 2-1 lead before conceding twice and needing a stoppage-time equalizer from Bird to force a replay. However, Chippenham were the better side in the replay, winning 3-2 to advance.
FA Cup runs have provided some of the most memorable moments in Slough Town’s recent history. In 2017, the Rebels embarked on a thrilling journey to the second round, which for a club of Slough’s stature felt akin to a Premier League side reaching the final. Their cup run began with a 3-1 win at Berkhamsted, followed by a 3-2 victory over Dulwich Hamlet. A narrow 2-1 win against Poole Town saw them through to the first round proper, where they faced Folkestone Invicta. A 1-0 victory set up a trip to Gainsborough Trinity, and Slough produced one of their best performances in recent memory, running out 6-0 winners. The second round draw pitted Slough against League One Rochdale, and despite a brave fight, the Rebels were beaten 4-0.
The following season, Slough reached the second round of the FA Cup once again. After defeating Eastbourne Borough 2-1 in the fourth qualifying round, the Rebels were drawn against National League Premier side Sutton United. A 0-0 draw away from home forced a replay, and in a dramatic penalty shootout, Slough triumphed 8-7 to set up a second-round tie against League One Gillingham. The match was played at Arbour Park in front of a sell-out crowd, and although Slough dominated the first half, they were unable to capitalize on their chances. Gillingham equalized early in the second half, and despite Slough’s best efforts, the game ended 1-1, sending the tie to a replay. Unfortunately, Gillingham won the replay 1-0 to progress to the third round.
Slough’s FA Cup exploits in the 2010s were reminiscent of some of their famous cup runs from previous decades. In 2012/13, for example, the Rebels reached the first round proper and faced Conference Premier side Mansfield Town. After a 0-0 draw in the first match, Slough took Mansfield to extra time in the replay, but ultimately lost on penalties after 210 minutes of closely fought football. It was a gallant effort from the Rebels, who had been massive underdogs going into the tie. Another memorable FA Cup moment came in 2004, when Slough reached the second round by defeating League One Walsall 2-1, replicating their success against Millwall in the 1980s. Local hero Gary Attrell scored the winning goal against Walsall, just as he had done 20 years earlier against Millwall.
Slough Town’s FA Cup history stretches back over a century, and they have regularly reached the proper rounds, playing the likes of Wycombe Wanderers, Reading (twice), Cardiff City, Plymouth Argyle, Birmingham City, and Swansea City. One of the most famous victories in the club’s history came in 1983, when the Rebels knocked out Millwall, a match still fondly remembered by fans today.
The history of Slough Town Football Club is a long and storied one. The club’s origins can be traced back to 1873, when they played their first fixture against Windsor Albion under the name “The Slows.” In 1876, under the leadership of Club Secretary Mr. Sargeant, the club was re-named Slough Rangers. In 1883, the club merged with Slough Cricket Club and became known as Slough Athletic, though the two clubs split five years later.
Over the next few years, Slough sought to strengthen their footballing presence by merging with other local teams, including Slough Albion, the Young Men’s Friendly Society, and the Ottos. Slough Ramblers also merged with the club, though Chalvey, another local team, chose not to join forces. By the late 19th century, the club had adopted the name Slough F.C.
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HoSPiTAliTY PACKAGES 24/25
Woking Football Club is pleased to confirm its matchday hospitality prices for 2024/25.
Enjoy VIP matchday hospitality for only £65 per person at the Laithwaite Community Stadium.
You will be able to book in advance for all 24/25 fixtures online once the list has been released.
What’s included?
• Three-course meal* prepared by our in-house chef team using locally sourced ingredients supplied by Simmons Family Butchers and Boz’s Fruit & Veg.
• Executive leather padded seats in the Seymours Community Stand.
• Dedicated lounge emcee.
• Exclusive bar and drinks options.
• Pre-match first-team management or player visit.
• Hear from the match sponsors’ player of the match after the game.
Existing 2024/25 season ticket holders can enjoy a discount of £15pp for single-match hospitality. All payments for VIP matchday hospitality tickets shall be payable upon booking. Please note – cash is not accepted in the Geoff Chapple Lounge, and we will not accept cash payments on the day. Bookings are
only provisional until payment is made. All payments for hospitality season tickets shall be payable upon booking. If you have already purchased a 2024/25 season ticket**** and wish to upgrade to hospitality or platinum for the season, do so by calling the Club on 01483 772 470. Hospitality will be bookable online via the online ticketing platform or through the Club phone lines.
Other information
* Consisting of a main meal 1 hour before kick-off, a cold pudding at half-time and a cheeseboard for the table to share post-game. The main meal will either be a meat or vegetarian option (1 option of each) and will be sent out via email one week before the match. If you’d like to request an advance menu, please email tickets@wokingfc. co.uk. Please do not email menu choices in advance, as you will choose on the day. Please only email evie.carey@wokingfc.co.uk with allergen or dietary requirements.
** Under 14’s hospitality will enjoy all the benefits of
a VIP Hospitality ticket; however, their main meal options are: Cheeseburger & Chips, Hotdog & Chips, Vegan Hotdog & Chips
*** The platinum package includes all the VIP perks, plus five drink vouchers to use per matchday at the Geoff Chapple Lounge bar, which may be redeemed for draught beer pints, 187ml wine by the glass, single spirits with mixers or soft drinks. Please note that platinum packages are only available for hospitality season ticket holders.
AUGUST
Sat Aug 10 Altrincham
Sat Aug 17 Gateshead
Tue Aug 20 Dagenham & Redbridge
Sat Aug 24 Ebbsfleet United
Mon Aug 26 Hartlepool United
Sat Aug 31 Rochdale
SEPTEMBER
Sat Sep 7 Braintree Town
Tue Sep 10 Wealdstone
Sat Sep 14 Oldham Athletic
Sat Sep 21 AFC Fylde
Tue Sep 24 Eastleigh
Sat Sep 28 Sutton United
OCTOBER
Sat Oct 5 York City
Sat Oct 12 Slough Town (FA Cup 4Q)
Sat Oct 19 Tamworth
Tue Oct 22 Solihull Moors
Sat Oct 26 Forest Green Rovers
NOVEMBER
Sat Nov 9 FC Halifax Town
Sat Nov 16 Boston United
Sat Nov 23 Barnet
Tue Nov 26 Southend United
Sat Nov 30 Yeovil Town
DECEMBER
Sat Dec 7 Isuzu FA Trophy 3
Sat Dec 14 Gateshead
Sat Dec 21 Altrincham
Thu Dec 26 Aldershot Town
JANUARY
Wed Jan 1 Maidenhead United
Sat Jan 11 Yeovil Town
Tue Jan 14 Dagenham & Redbridge
Sat Jan 18 Ebbsfleet United
Sat Jan 25 Hartlepool United
FEBRUARY
Sat Feb 1 Rochdale
Sat Feb 8 York City
Sat Feb 15 Tamworth
Tue Feb 18 Solihull Moors
Sat Feb 22 Forest Green Rovers
MARCH
Sat Mar 1 FC Halifax Town
Tue Mar 4 Southend United
Sat Mar 8 Boston United
Sat Mar 15 Barnet
Sat Mar 22 Wealdstone
Sat Mar 29 Braintree Town
APRIL
Sat Apr 5 Oldham Athletic
Sat Apr 12 AFC Fylde
Fri Apr 18 Maidenhead United
Mon Apr 21 Aldershot Town
Sat Apr 26 Eastleigh
MAY
Mon May 5 Sutton United
ABOUT
The Cards Trust (Cardinals Supporters Society) has worked with the Club to represent fans for more than a decade. The Trust is a shareholder of the Club (and owns around a quarter of it) and has a representative on the Board to put forward the fans’ views.
MEMBERSHIP
Supporters can join The Cards Trust for just £10 per year. Information about joining is on the Trust website.
BOOST THE BUDGET
An initiative to help the Club’s playing budget with regular contributions. More than £200,000 has gone to the Club throughout the scheme.
THE 400 CLUB
A prize draw with twelve draws per year. Around £20,000 has been given to support the Club and more than £12,000 in prizes.
GOLDRUSH
The prize draw that gives back 50% to the lucky winner with a draw at half-time on matchday, with a minimum stake of just £1. The prizes have recently been around £400 and the winning number is announced and displayed on the digital screen at half-time.
SOCIAL EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERING
The Trust also organises social events and co-
ordinates the activities of volunteers. Please get in touch if you would like to help on match days.
JUNIOR CARDS
A scheme with a range of activities for under 16s including stadium tours and competitions.
PLAYER AWARD VOTES
The Fans’ Player of the Month and Player of the Season polls are conducted by the Trust.
AWAY MATCH TRAVEL
The Cards Trust arranges coach travel to away matches for supporters at the lowest cost possible. If you are an advertiser that would like to sponsor the travel, please get in touch.
Details of all coaches are available on the Trust website, where tickets can be booked online, usually up to 23:00 on the day before the match. Members and Junior Cards get discounted away match travel.
SUPPORTERS’ LIAISON GROUP
The SLG consults with fans (both Trust members and non-members) and the Club to improve the fan experience. Real change has been made based on ideas from the group including the successful Turner's Tannoy appeal which has financed the recent upgrade in the PA at the stadium.
THE CARDS TRUST THIS WEEK'S UPdATES
UPCOMING AWAY COACH TRAVEL
Supporters Coaches
Please note that this season we have changed U16 prices to U18 prices.
AWAY TRAVEL
Tamworth CLICK HERE
Solihull Moors CLICK HERE
Halifax No Supporters Coach
Barnet CLICK HERE
All coaches are subject to having enough bookings to run. Please book in advance!
Please contact adam.bowyer@cardstrust.co.uk for queries.
JUNIOR CARDS
Membership is open for season 2024/25 and still only £10! Please join up or renew here: CLICK HERE
BIRTHDAYS
Oscar Simpson - 8th October - 9 years old
Harry Simmonds - 12th October - 8 years old
Freya Hall - 12th October - 8 years old
Zach Hall - 16th October - 14 years old
400 CLUB
The September draw has been made using a random Number Calculator, (see below). The winning numbers are:
£100 Number 04 J M Horstead
(Kindly donated to the Christmas hospital visits)
£75 Number 178 Bill Sutton
£50 Number 177 Matthew Glide
Congratulations to the winners. Units are just £12 each. To learn more and take part please contact john.hooker@cardstrust.co.uk
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CARDS TRUST QUIZ NIGHT
The Cards Trust Quiz Night is taking place on Friday 22nd November. Tickets are £10.
For more information please contact johngreenwood132@ hotmail.com
THE CARDS TRUST LAUNCHES A FAN WALL NEW fAN WAll
If you're coming to the Laithwaite this afternoon then you'll notice a striking new Fan Wall on the outside wall of the Legends Bar.
The wall offers personalised plaques to purchase that enable you to celebrate your favourite player, record your first match, or of course remember a loved one - it is very fitting that Andy Turner has pride of place on the top left plaque.Developed by the Supporters Liaison Groaup within The Cards Trust, this fundraising initiative will be used by the trust to fund improvements to the spectator experience at the ground, as well as contributing to Boost The Budget and other initiatives to support Woking FC.
You can find out more about how to get your own plaque by clicking here (simple login-free
access) or by speaking to any Cards Trust official at the game today.Anyone can purchase a plaque, you don't need to be a member of The Cards Trust, but please consider joining to actively support your club.This is also a great way for anyone who cannot get to The Laithwaite Community Stadium themselves to show their ongoing support for the club.
MATCHdAY MASCoT
ChARliE SEYMoUR
MASCoTS PACK AGE
There are two options available
Package One: Full Experience £120* (includes match shirt)
*Current season ticket holders receive a 10% discount (£108 total cost)
• 2024/25 match shirt
• Pre-match stadium tour
• Complimentary match day tickets for 1 adult and 1 child.
• Meet & Greet with photo opportunities with players
• Food & drink voucher.
• Kickabout pitch side as the players warm up.
• Digital programme feature
• Tannoy announcement
• Walk out with the players
• Picture with team captains and match officials
• A Woking FC representative present throughout
Package Two: Full Experience £80* (does not include match shirt)
*Current season ticket holders receive a 10% discount (£72 total cost) Includes all the above
A training top will be lent to the mascot to wear during the pitch-walk in the case that you do not have the current 24/25 match shirt.
Team Mascot Packages are available – please contact the club for more information.
Please note fixtures are subject to availability, If you have any further questions or special requests email simon.jones@wokingfc.co.uk
ACAdEMY BULLETIN
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Week commencing 7th October 2024
MONDAY 7th OCTOBER
19:45 – Kingstonian U18 v Woking U18
Isthmian Football League – Youth Central Division, King Georges Field, Whitehall Lane, South Park, Reigate
WEDNESDAY 9th OCTOBER
14:00 - Woking U19 v Maidenhead Utd U19
National League Alliance – Academy South Westfield FC, Woking Park
THURSDAY 10th OCTOBER
19:30 – Woking U21 v Bracknell Town U23; Suburban Football League – Premier Division Knaphill FC, Redding Way
For up-to-date information on fixtures please refer to the Woking Football Club Academy X (twitter) page.
MATCH REPORTS & TEAM DETAILS
Week commencing 30th September 2024
TUESDAY 1ST OCTOBER
Eastbourne Borough 0 – 2 Woking; FA Youth Cup Second Round (of) Qualifying
Reach TV Stadium, Priory Lane, Eastbourne
Eastbourne Borough came in to the game with two wins from two games in the Isthmian Youth League South Division, and Woking were aware that they needed to respect their opponent in order to get through to the next round.
Joel Jennison-Leppa and Leo Christopher have started their first year at the Academy well, and earnt themselves places in the starting line-up alongside the established second years, with the bench largely made up of their promising first-year peers.
Woking started brightly, with Stanley Kyle and Harvey Brook leading the forward line well, and after six minutes Brook had a shot from
twelve yards tipped on to the post by Whiteside, a confidence boost for the Borough custodian who was struggling with the blustery conditions.
Eastbourne looked dangerous on the break, with Foden showing good wing play, and Mikey Verga was called in to action to gather a shot when Woking were untidy clearing their lines. Both sides were closing down well, although Woking were slowly getting the upper hand, and were quicker to the loose balls.
On 18 minutes Brook crossed to Kyle, who did well to make himself space, but shot wide under pressure. And a few minutes later Kyle hit another shot wide from long-range. A passing move between Brook, Kyle and Jacob Farr (encouraged to get forwards from his left wingback position) gave Lucas Boxall a chance to shoot from six yards, but his control, unusually, let him down.
Aidy Silverstein passing the ball out of defence nicely along the ground was giving Woking control in the difficult conditions, and as we reached the half-hour mark the home coaches could be heard bemoaning their charges for watching Woking. Although Verga did have to be quick off his line to smother an Eastbourne break.
A Woking goal seemed imminent, Kyle bringing another good save out of Whiteside, and Brook frustrated to see his touch on Louis Pask’s cross put the ball over the bar. The last five minutes of the half were to prove decisive.
On 41 minutes Woking took the lead. Play took Boxall towards the left corner, but he was still able to get in a telling cross, and Pask, cutting in sharply from the right gave the ‘keeper no chance with his firmly-hit close-range shot. Fitting reward for Woking’s having the better of the play.
As the half drew to a close Woking, somewhat fortuitously, doubled their advantage. Farr won a free-kick on Woking’s left side, about 35 yards from goal, and Jermaine Junior Young curled a fine inswinging cross to the far post, which eluded everyone and bounced in to the top corner of the net.
One sensed that this was ‘job done’ for Woking, Eastbourne looking to have tired after battling well at the start, and leaving for the half-time break looking rather deflated.
Half-time: Eastbourne Borough 0 – 2 Woking
The second-half would see more Woking dominance, without them adding to their halftime lead. Within the first minute Christopher’s shot from Pask’s cross was deflected over, and this set the tone for the half.
There was a free-kick for Eastbourne which somehow evaded everyone on its way wide, but Farr, Kyle and Christopher all had chances before the half-way point of the half saw a goalmouth scramble that the Cards somehow managed not to convert in to a goal.
With Young’s excellent free-kick delivery a feature of Woking’s play, Eastbourne were finding it hard to create any meaningful chances. Kyle came closest to adding a third, twice forcing good, diving saves from Whiteside, as Woking saw out the game on the attack.
A convincing victory for the young Cards with a Third Round Qualifying tie away at Ramsgate the reward. Jennison-Leppa and Christopher played well, guided by their older teammates, with Akinwalere, Boyle and Ledbury all doing well when they came on.
National League Alliance – Division E Woking College, Rydens Way
Woking: Aaron Zziwa, Thomas Ward, Mason Drew, Kai Baverstock (Jack Owen 46), Jack McGibbon (Tyrell Ejakita 76), Amario Malhotra (Thomas Aiyegbeni 58), Joe Scanlon (Brian Rai 76), Joe Frawley, Frankie Bushby, Hayden Valley, Jojo Ampah. Unused sub: James Moore (GK).
Goals: Bushby 13 (1-0), Valley 80 (2-4).
THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER
Woking U21 1 - 2 Slough Town U21; The Michael Bidmead (Suburban League) Challenge Cup, 1st Round, Redding Way, Knaphill
With this game falling in the same week as the FA Youth Cup game, here was an opportunity for those who had not been involved at Eastbourne to put forward their claim for inclusion in the squad for the tie at Ramsgate in the next round.
Slough started the stronger, Bob Honey making a smart save at his near post after three minutes, Ben Bradley adjudged to have beaten the offside trap to get his shot in. Kian Berry had a chance a minute later but did not unduly trouble the Woking ‘keeper with his underhit shot.
Slough continued to have the upper hand, without really threatening the Woking goal, until on 22 minutes Bradley saw his shot from 20 yards very well tipped over the bar by Honey. This direction of play continued and on 28 minutes Slough had the lead, Joao Paulo Borges Manzan playing a very good through ball to Berry, who fired home under Honey from 10 yards.
Woking fought well to get back in to the game, and had the equaliser on 37 minutes. Saadiq Bangura-Kerr won a free kick about 30 yards out, which Tommy Seale hit against the bar, Bobby Lawrence’s header kept the chance alive and Jayden Smith was able to nod home from a few yards out.
This buoyed Woking and Max Goldsworthy, Charlie Sweeney, Jack O’Shea Bashford, Seale and Smith were all involved as the Cards passing and running with the ball improved. However, the corners they won did not create any clear chances, and the game remained tied going to the break.
Half-time: Woking 1 Slough Town 1
Woking looked to set a marker early in the half, although Seale’s challenge on Jake Rangecroft, which earned a yellow card, reflected that the Slough player was having a good game, and often having the upper hand, in the midfield tussle. As solid as Woking were, they were struggling to find their passing rhythm.
Honey sought to encourage his teammates, calling for more movement, but Slough were growing in confidence and nearly took the lead after a goalmouth scramble on 58 minutes, the ball ending up the right side of the post from a Woking point of view.
Woking responded with a triple substitution, which lifted them, Goldsworthy winning the ball and playing a neat one-two with Jalil Page, before his shot was saved by the outstretched leg of Finley Prieg.
Woking did have another chance to regain the lead, Sweeney getting his head to a Seale corner, but Honey was called in to action again, with two more good stops, before he was unable to prevent Slough going ahead on 76 minutes. Woking’s passing went awry on the edge of their own area, and Jayden Williams took full advantage, his low shot powerful enough to defeat the ‘keeper’s hand and find the bottom corner.
Woking did come close to taking the tie to penalties, Seale’s shot from 30 yards was aiming for the top corner before being acrobatically tipped wide by Prieg, and a goalmouth scramble a few minutes from time saw Woking unable to land a decisive blow.
Woking’s players might perhaps look to their lack of familiarity with one another, but they will want to continue their development in the weeks ahead in order to fulfil their potential.
Woking: Bob Honey, George Galea-Elston, Ben Smith, Charlie Sweeney, Max Goldsworthy (Sean Bull 83), Tommy Seale (c), Bobby Lawrence (Roshan Cooper 59), Saadiq Bangura-Kerr (Jack Lewis 59), Jayden Smith, Jack O’Shea Bashford (Ryan Scott 59), Jalil Page. Unused sub: Jack Roles (GK).
Goal: Smith J. 37.
Slough Town: Finley Prieg, Truman Kemp, Alex Thomas (Jurij Neretin 77), Pablo Lima, Joao Paulo Borges Manzan (Hari Sohi 70), Alex Vick (Tyler Lagmay 66), Jake Rangecroft, Ben Bradley, Ronnie Rock, Pablo Fernandez Galindo, Kian Berry (Jayden Williams 62). Unused sub: Luka Jankovic (GK).
Goals: Berry 28, Williams 76. Referee: Ian Skull.
LOAN (DUAL REGISTERED PLAYERS) WATCH:
TUESDAY 1ST OCTOBER
Lui Edwards, Forward, 4th year – Westfield: Was a non-playing substitute for Woking’s National League Cup match.
Tom Gardner, Centre-Back, 3rd year – Sandhurst Town: Played the full game of the 3 – 0 victory over Brook House in the Cherry Red Records Premier Challenge Cup First Round. And my apologies to Tom who made his debut when coming on as a substitute for the last 15 minutes of the 5 – 1 victory over Sheerwater in the
Combined Counties Premier Division South on 28th September.
Ollie Mason, Centre Midfield, 3rd year – Ascot United: Was not involved in the 2 – 5 defeat at Hartley Wintney in the Isthmian League - South Central Division, as he was a non-playing substitute for Woking’s National League Cup match.
Henry McDonald, Centre Midfield, 3rd year –Petersfield Town: Came on as a 72nd minute substitute in the 6 – 1 win at Wick in the Southern Combination - Premier Division.
SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER
Lui Edwards, Forward, 4th year – Westfield: Was not involved in the Isthmian League - South Central Division fixture at Moneyfields which Westfield lost 0 – 2.
Tom Gardner, Centre-Back, 3rd year – Sandhurst Town: Came on after 57 minutes of the Combined Counties Premier Division South game against Horley Town which Sandhurst lost 1 – 4. Tom came on with the score already 0 – 4.
Ollie Mason, Centre Midfield, 3rd year – Ascot United: Came on as a substitute after 56 minutes of the 1 – 8 defeat at Folkestone Invicta in the FA Trophy Third Qualifying Round. Ascot were already 0 – 6 down when Ollie joined the game.
Henry McDonald, Centre Midfield, 3rd year –Petersfield Town: Came off the substitutes bench for the final 20 minutes of the 3 – 0 win at Little Common in the Southern Combination - Premier Division. Henry came on with the scores at 0 – 0, - the goals were scored in the 85th, 91st and 98th minutes.
Ben Mitchell, Forward, 3rd year - Knaphill: Came on as a substitute at half-time, when Knaphill were 0 – 2 down, in the 2 – 2 draw at Sheerwater in the Combined Counties Premier Division South. Ben had a significant impact, setting up the equalising goal.
TACAdEMY
he Woking FC Academy has been operating in its current format for over a decade with the aim of helping talented young footballers make progress into the club's first team set up or in their sporting careers whilst continuing with their academic studies.
For the 2024/25 season, the youth and academy setup runs in three stages; a pre-academy for six to nine-year-olds, a youth academy for nine to 16-year-olds, and a full-time academy for talented young players above the age of 16, including an education plan.
The Academy works with the Football Club's partner charitable and community organisation, Cardinals in the Community (CITC).
Notable academy graduates in recent history include Woking legends Craig Ross and Joe McNerney, Wrexham's Ollie Palmer, and exChelsea and now-Reading's Jayden Wareham.
PRE-ACADEMY
The Pre-Academy is for the very youngest players, covering U7s, U8s and U9s. Meeting once a week, players train and learn in a fun and friendly environment under the watchful eye of our coaches. Players that show real talent have the opportunity to progress to Woking FC Academy Youth.
The Pre-Academy trains at The Winston Churchill School in Woking, Thursdays, 17:00 - 18:00.
YOUTH ACADEMY
Starting with U9s and progressing through the age groups right up to U16s, players train with our Academy coaches and have the opportunity to play competitively in the Junior Premier League. Training is held twice weekly at CITC’s sports hub, within the grounds of Woking College, and matches are played on Saturdays. At this level, players are able to continue playing for their grassroots clubs.
As with the main Academy, players receive a progress report twice per season, which helps identify areas of their game to work on and improve. U16s players are assessed throughout the season with a view to being invited to join Woking FC Academy.
WOKING FC ACADEMY
Woking FC Academy is a National League licensed academy. We aim to develop each and every player to reach their full potential, instilling ambition and a professional attitude. We work as closely as possible to Category 3 Academy standards, creating a professional environment in which players thrive.
Players train 5-6 hours per week at CITC’s sports hub. Their development is supported by video analysis of training and matches, group workshops and strength and conditioning sessions. One-to-one reviews are held twice every season, along with player reports so that both the coaching staff and the players themselves have a clear focus on individual development.
Woking FC Academy plays competitive matches in the U18 Isthmian League, U19 National League and also have the opportunity to play in U23 fixtures. Players in our Elite Development Plan (EDP) compete in the Tactic League and National B League. Cup competitions are a feature of the fixture calendar. Pre-season training includes friendlies and there are opportunities to travel abroad for football tours and tournaments, including the Gothia Cup.
Our football timetable is planned in conjunction with players’ education. Academy players can
choose to attend Woking College or focus on gaining the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, which is delivered by SCL Education at Westfield FC. Players on the EDP pathway study towards the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (equivalent to 3 A levels) with SCL.
AGE GROUP COMPETITIONS
Under 23s - Second and third years (and progressing first years)
Play in: Suburban Football League - Premier Division
Home games: Knaphill FC, Thursdays, 19:30
Under 19s - Second and third years (and progressing first years)
National League U19 Alliance - Academy South Division
Home games: Westfield FC, weekdays, daytime
Under 19B - predominantly U17s - first years
National League U19 Alliance - Division E Woking College, weekdays, daytime
Under 18s - predominantly U17s - first years
Pitching In Isthmian Football League - Youth West Division
Knaphill FC, Thursdays, 19:30
Players will also have the chance to represent the academy in the prestigious FA Youth Cup.
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