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MARK BONNER ———— HEAD COACH ———— Today is the penultimate league fixture of 2020/21 season at The Abbey – a season that has been so intense but seems to have flown by recently. We have had a number of markers along the way that have guided us and signposted us towards the final stages, but they have crept up on us quite quickly. The past two results have been really good performances, different in nature but both high in quality, work ethic and adaptability. Tuesday’s match at Leyton Orient was an exciting watch, full of attacking intent from both sides. There would have been some atmosphere in normal times. As it was, the 11 travelling fans making use of the flats overlooking the pitch sung all night and made it feel like there were more people than in reality. It’s quite remarkable how accustomed we have become to playing in empty stadiums, and the difference, even the smallest number of supporters can make. With just three games remaining, we understand the many permutations that the season end could bring about. In the end, we have to continue delivering performance levels and work levels that give us the best chance of gaining the victories we need. The run of form Stevenage have been on since we met in December has been very good, and Alex will no doubt be pleased with the progress they have made. As a man with links and history with our club, I am pleased for him that he has taken to the job well and as first time managers, we both understand the challenges that this year has provided and he will no doubt be as excited as I am in hope of a return to more normal times next season. Our earlier meeting saw them narrowly beat us on a day where we didn’t find the level we want to be at. It was a close game that nearly returned a point in the dying stages. We both have our motivations for today though and will want to keep maintaining the momentum we have both built. It should make for a good contest. www.cambridge-united.co.uk
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Today is Community Trust Takeover Day. Many words have been spoken of the Community Trust in recent months, and rightly so. The recently published impact report and the live stream event on Facebook clearly outlined the positive influence that has been undertaken and delivered throughout the pandemic in the past twelve months. Sam Gomarsall deserves huge recognition for his leadership, but will be the first to credit a team of people who not only deliver their specific roles and areas with quality, but they are all wired to work hard, motivated by a human desire to enrich lives, serve others and create a fairer, more equal society. What excellent values we have driving us on. We hope in the months and years ahead that the scope of this work can broaden and its impact will become greater. Raising awareness and raising funds will make a difference. We have the ability to connect with thousands of people from across this city, all from different backgrounds with varying experiences. But we can all play a part in helping. Congratulations to the Community Trust staff for your excellent work, to all those who help raise funds, volunteer and invest in supporting these good works. And thank you, for making people in our City proud of the impact we are having.■