Bits And Pieces
Thu 12th December 2013 | Bits & Pieces | By Ian Templeman
Runcorn Linnets - a number of Linnets players and management team took part in the Movember event to help raise funds for a local charity, Halton Haven Hospice. Matt Cross, Gavin Salmon, Mark Houghton, Joe Fielding, Lee Thompson, David Ness, Stu Humphries, James Standing and Joey Dunn all supported the cause.
Halton Haven spokesperson Ciaran Clotworthy said: "It's fantastic that the lads from Runcorn Linnets took it upon themselves to raise funds for their neighbours at the hospice. This shows real community spirit from a community club".
Albert's sunset pictures - take two - after taking a spectacular shot of the Silsden sunset a couple of weeks ago, Squires Gate photographer Albert Cooper was back on home turf last Saturday for the game against Glossop North End - and once again snapped a colourful sunset, this time over the Fylde coast. "I'm thinking of taking up landscape photography if this keeps up", commented Albert. The picture is shown on the left of the page.
St Helens Town - the club have been mourning the death of former Manchester United centre half Bill Foulkes, who spent some time at Town before moving to Old Trafford. Bill joined Town from Whiston Boys Club and played a number of games for the club during the 1949/50 season. He then signed for United in 1950 for the princely sum of £10.
Stockport Sports - club captain and fan's favourite Ricky Anane joined AFC Fylde on loan for a month, to help out the Lancashire club during an injury crisis, but unfortunately suffered a dislocated shoulder and was stretchered off during his first game, and will be out of action for around 4 weeks.
Widnes Vikings - the club have organised a "Bring a Friend Day" at the Select Security Stadium this coming Saturday 14th December. Vikings are offering each existing supporter the opportunity to introduce a friend, family member or work colleague to watch Vikings against AFC Darwen for free, with a special 2 for the price of 1 entrance. Admission prices are £5 for adults, £3 concessions, and under 16s are free.
1874 Northwich- the club's calendars and Christmas cards that went on sale last week, have proved to be very popular, with the club reported that "they literally flew out of the door!!" A reprint of A4 calendars has been undertaken and these are now available at £8 or they can be posted out for an extra £1.10p, a handful of A3 calendars are left at £10, and a few of the Christmas card designs are still available priced at £1.35 each.
Nelson - Nelson midfielder Michael Morrison has been given an extended period of leave from the club to enable a full recovery from his broken leg sustained last season. Morrison has made 3 starts since his return from the injury and 4 appearances from the bench, but the injury continues to be an issue and he will be given sufficient time to allow the healing process to take place.
"We probably rushed him back a little," said Blues manager Mark Fell. "Mozza was keen to get back playing and we were keen to have a player of his quality, but he struggled to last for long periods of a game before pain set in.
"With the injury he's had it should take over a year before he plays, so after talking to everyone involved we're going to give him some time off, but keep him in and around the club to support his rehabilitation and get him back better than ever".
Bits And Pieces
Thu 12th December 2013 | Bits & Pieces
By Ian Templeman
Runcorn Linnets - a number of Linnets players and management team took part in the Movember event to help raise funds for a local charity, Halton Haven Hospice. Matt Cross, Gavin Salmon, Mark Houghton, Joe Fielding, Lee Thompson, David Ness, Stu Humphries, James Standing and Joey Dunn all supported the cause.
Halton Haven spokesperson Ciaran Clotworthy said: "It's fantastic that the lads from Runcorn Linnets took it upon themselves to raise funds for their neighbours at the hospice. This shows real community spirit from a community club".
Albert's sunset pictures - take two - after taking a spectacular shot of the Silsden sunset a couple of weeks ago, Squires Gate photographer Albert Cooper was back on home turf last Saturday for the game against Glossop North End - and once again snapped a colourful sunset, this time over the Fylde coast. "I'm thinking of taking up landscape photography if this keeps up", commented Albert. The picture is shown on the left of the page.
St Helens Town - the club have been mourning the death of former Manchester United centre half Bill Foulkes, who spent some time at Town before moving to Old Trafford. Bill joined Town from Whiston Boys Club and played a number of games for the club during the 1949/50 season. He then signed for United in 1950 for the princely sum of £10.
Stockport Sports - club captain and fan's favourite Ricky Anane joined AFC Fylde on loan for a month, to help out the Lancashire club during an injury crisis, but unfortunately suffered a dislocated shoulder and was stretchered off during his first game, and will be out of action for around 4 weeks.
Widnes Vikings - the club have organised a "Bring a Friend Day" at the Select Security Stadium this coming Saturday 14th December. Vikings are offering each existing supporter the opportunity to introduce a friend, family member or work colleague to watch Vikings against AFC Darwen for free, with a special 2 for the price of 1 entrance. Admission prices are £5 for adults, £3 concessions, and under 16s are free.
1874 Northwich- the club's calendars and Christmas cards that went on sale last week, have proved to be very popular, with the club reported that "they literally flew out of the door!!" A reprint of A4 calendars has been undertaken and these are now available at £8 or they can be posted out for an extra £1.10p, a handful of A3 calendars are left at £10, and a few of the Christmas card designs are still available priced at £1.35 each.
Nelson - Nelson midfielder Michael Morrison has been given an extended period of leave from the club to enable a full recovery from his broken leg sustained last season. Morrison has made 3 starts since his return from the injury and 4 appearances from the bench, but the injury continues to be an issue and he will be given sufficient time to allow the healing process to take place.
"We probably rushed him back a little," said Blues manager Mark Fell. "Mozza was keen to get back playing and we were keen to have a player of his quality, but he struggled to last for long periods of a game before pain set in.
"With the injury he's had it should take over a year before he plays, so after talking to everyone involved we're going to give him some time off, but keep him in and around the club to support his rehabilitation and get him back better than ever".
