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The official digital matchday programme of Solihull Moors FC
CLUBDIRECTORY
Solihull Moors Football Club CIC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Solihull Moors Holdings CIC which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of the ultimate parent company, Solihull Moors Group Limited, Darryl Eales, Timothy Murphy and Calvin Barnett are the largest shareholders whose individual shareholdings exceed 10%.
Founded: 2007
Ground: Damson Park
Telephone: 0121 705 6770
Full Members of The Football Association of The National League Affiliated to: Birmingham Football Association
Club Colours: Yellow & Blue Away Colours: White & Red
Main Sponsor: LivingWell/VEXT
Directory
Chairman: Darryl Eales
Vice-Chairman: Tim Murphy
Directors: Nick Wheelwright, Cheryl Cooper, James McLaughlin, Calvin Barrett, Stephen Ward
Operations Director: Richard Blackmore
Club Secretary: Ian Silvester
Director of Football: Stephen Ward
Head Coach: Andy Whing
Assistant Coach: Craig Pead
Goalkeeper Coach: Kevin Poole
CEO of the Foundation: Becci Fox
Head of Youth & Juniors: Jordan Murphy
Head of Commercial: Bradley Rice
Media Executive: Seb Mannell
Head of Youth Development: Mike Fowler
Honours Best FA Cup performance: Second Round - 2016–17, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21
Best FA Trophy performance: Quarter-finals2021–22
Best Birmingham Senior Cup performance: Champions - 2015–16
Best League performance: 2nd - National League - 2018–19
Biggest League win: 7–2 v Corby Town - 12
February 2011
Record attendance: 4,026 v Chesterfield - 29
May 2022
SOLIHULL MOORS F.C.
THE FOREST END
SMFC SEARCH POLICY
Kindly note that all supporters will be subject to a pat down search upon entering the stadium
Muster Point A - Located on VIP Car Park A
Muster Point B - Located on Car Park B
Muster Point C - Located at Turnstiles 7+8
SMFC CCTV POLICY
Kindly note that images are being monitored throughout the stadium for the purpose of crime prevention and public safety
Muster Point D - Located at the corner of The Forest End and Damson Homes Stands
HOME & AWAY SHIRTS ON SALE
MATCH ACTION
SOLIHULL 1 1
ALTRINCHAM
Bradley Stevenson's equaliser was enough for the Moors to draw 1-1 against Altrincham in the FA Cup, forcing a replay at Damson Park.
In the fourth minute, a loose clearance nearly allowed Regan Linney a shot on goal, but the ball ricocheted out of play.
In the tenth minute, Altrincham had their first chance of the game as Alex Newby picked out Tom Crawford, six yards from goal. His header though was straight at Laurie Walker
Five minutes later, the hosts were awarded a penalty after Kahrel Reddin was brought down in the area. Linney stepped up and converted from 12 yards to make it 1-0.
On 19 minutes, Finn Howell played Conor Wilkinson through on goal after some good play from the Moors Wilkinson tried to shift the ball onto his left foot, but the Altrincham defender did enough to block the shot.
In the 25th minute, Jack Stevens floated a cross on the left-hand side and was met by Marcel Oakley at the far post, but his header went just wide of Ethan Ross’ goal.
Three minutes later, Newby sent a cross from the right-hand side towards Linney, but the striker’s header went over the bar.
In the second half, the Moors had a majority of the ball but could not break down the stubborn Altrincham defence.
On 65 minutes, Stevens was played through on the left-hand side before cutting the ball back for Sam Bowen, whose left-footed shot was blocked by the Altrincham defence.
Two minutes later, Altrincham broke on the counterattack with Newby cutting inside on his left foot, before curling an effort wide of Walker’s goal.
On 71 minutes, the Moors equalised through Bradley Stevenson.
A long throw in from Jamey Osborne was flicked on by Tunnicliffe towards Stevenson, before he controlled the ball and fired a shot past Ethan Ross into the far corner and make it 1-1
Six minutes later, a short corner from the Moors saw John Bostock with space to shoot from 25 yards out, but his effort was straight at Ross.
A minute later, the Moors broke on the counterattack with Joe Newton leading the charge before he passed the ball into Wilkinson, but his shot was saved by Ross
On 79 minutes, Ross was called into action again to deny a second Moors goal, as the ball found Stevenson on the edge of the box, but the goalkeeper did enough to stop the shot before the Altrincham defence cleared.
150 AND COUNTING
James Clarke made his 150th appearance for Solihull Moors in our 1-1 draw with Altrincham
FROMTHE ARCHIVES
FA CUP DRAMA!
MONDAY 2ND DEC 2019
STARTING XI
Ryan Boot
Jamie Reckord
Callum Howe
Alex Gudger
Lee Vaughan
Kyle Storer
Gavin Gunning
James Ball
Jamey Osborne
Paul McCallum
Jake Beesley
SUBS
Rowley, Williams, Hawkridge, Jones, Yussuf, Wright, Blissett
Rotherham United staged a stunning fightback to come from 3-0 down to beat Solihull Moors and reach the FA Cup third round.
The National League side looked set to reach round three for the first time in their history when Jimmy Ball tapped in just after the hour following early goals from Jamey Osborne and Alex Gudger.
But the Millers, who had previously barely threatened, scored four times in the final 14 minutes to turn the tie on its head.
Freddie Ladapo started the comeback when he side-footed home before Michael Ihiekwe curled in to give the League One side hope.
Michael Smith then twice headed in crosses by fellow-substitute Chiedozie Ogbene to earn Rotherham a dramatic victory and secure a home tie against Championship side Hull City.
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James Clarke
Kade Craig
JordanTunnicliffe
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STUARTMAYO
WELCOME
Welcome to Damson Park, Altrincham!
We’d like to thank all the visiting Alty supporters who have made the 88 mile trip to the West Midlands for this evening’s match.
MEET THE BOSS
PhilParkinson
Phil Parkinson was appointed on 28 April 2017, the eve of the last game of the 2016-17 season in which Altrincham had been relegated to the Northern Premier League. Phil enjoyed promotion from the NPL as champions in his first season and reached the play-offs in 2018-19 in National League North before wining promotion to the National League via the play-offs in 2020. On 9 April 2021 it was announced that his contract had been extended to the end of the 2023-24 season.
ONES TO WATCH
Altrincham significantly increased their goal threat in February 2023 after signing free-scoring striker Regan Linney from FC United of Manchester for an undisclosed fee. Alty bosses had been monitoring the 26-year old centre-forward's unstoppable form on a regular basis and are delighted to have secured the signature of a player who has been consistently lethal in his four seasons at Broadhurst Park.
Alex Newby joined Altrincham on a permanent deal from Colchester United in January 2024.
The forward originally signed on loan at the J.Davidson Stadium in September and made an instant impact scoring within minutes of his debut against Ebbsfleet United.
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MATCHDAY HOSPITALITY
The prestigious Jerroms Vice-Presidents Suite, located within the newly refurbished Damson Homes stand, has recently undergone a rather extensive makeover.
Distinguished guests have access to a private balcony where they will enjoy the game in premium seating on the halfway line.
The suite remains a first-class dining affair offering a high-quality three-course meal courtesy of The Forest Hotel
Guests will be greeted by our maître d' who will be at your service during your whole experience with us.
You will enjoy the company of the chairman and home & away directors. Bar and table service is available throughout your time with us serving a selection of premium wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks.
Guests are encouraged to wear smart casual attire (no football shirts).
The match-by-match JVPS hospitality price will range from £75-£125 + VAT
COMING UP AT DAMSON PARK
WOKING
WEDNESDAY 23RD OCTOBER - 7:45PM KO
LIVE ON DAZN/NLTV - TICKETS ON SALE!
ALTRINCHAM
SATURDAY 9TH NOVEMBER - 3PM KO TICKETS ON SALE!
HARTLEPOOL UNITED
SATURDAY 23RD NOVEMBER - 3PM KO TICKETS TBA
ALDERSHOT TOWN
SATURDAY 30TH NOVEMBER - 3PM KO TICKETS TBA
AFC FYLDE
SATURDAY 21ST DECEMBER - 3PM KO TICKETS TBA
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