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SOLIHULL MOORS vs HARTLEPOOL UNITED

NATIONAL LEAGUE

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

MATCHBALL SPONSOR

Solihull Moors are pleased to welcome Bickford Builders as our Matchball Sponsors for tomorrow's Vanarama National League game at home to Hartlepool.

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THE FOREST END

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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

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Muster Point D - Located at the corner of The Forest End and Damson Homes Stands

Good afternoon, everyone, and a very warm welcome to Damson Park for today’s National League fixture against Hartlepool United.

A warm welcome extends to Hartlepool’s directors, players, staff, and supporters who have made the journey to join us this afternoon. We hope you enjoy your visit and have a safe trip home later.

Last Saturday, we witnessed a performance to savour as the team delivered a sensational 6-0 victory away at Ebbsfleet United.

Andy Whing and the players deserve immense credit for the way they handled what could have been a challenging afternoon, particularly after being reduced to ten men early in the first-half.

Rather than retreat, the squad rose to the challenge, showing both resilience and determination, capped off with a ruthless streak in front of goal that was a joy to watch.

This victory epitomised the spirit and quality of this group, and the result stands as one of the highlights of the season so far.

However, football has a way of moving quickly, and today offers an opportunity to build on that fantastic display. Consistency will be key as we push forward in what is shaping up to be an exciting season for the Moors.

Off the pitch, I would like to draw your attention to the outstanding work being done by the Moors Foundation, particularly through their Christmas Appeal. As we approach the festive period, this initiative plays a crucial role in supporting those most in need within our local community.

I encourage all our fans to support this worthy cause in any way they can whether through donations or spreading the word.

Together, we can make a real difference this Christmas.

Thank you all for your unwavering support, and let’s get behind the team once again today as we look to keep our momentum going.

Enjoy the match, and let’s hope for another memorable afternoon!

ACTIONSHOTSWITHDICKY

Alex Whitmore, pure emotion after scoring his 1st of the season, enough said

this shot is a few frames afterwards during the Whits goal celebration, I always have to be ready for someone to jump on top of the huddle, in this one Jack Stevens is the man, in the past Callum Howe and Alex Gudger were the ‘culprits’.

Clarkey breaking away from the melee in the box to receive a short corner, a nice framing of the shot. It is always fascinating to see the set up for both our free kicks and the oppositions perceived threat at theirs when I attend the Friday training session

Jack Stevens running to receive the ball from Joe Newton after the previous set piece had been cleared out to the flank I like this one as it is almost perfectly framed, and focussed which is a hard thing to achieve when the subject is on the move

Mikey at full stretch running into the Alty penalty area, what a great addition this man has been to the squad.

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MATCH ACTION

EBBSFLEET SOLIHULL 0 6

Solihull sink Fleet for six at the Kuflink Stadium!

Conor Wilkinson scored his first hat-trick for Solihull Moors, as Andy Whing’s side beat Ebbsfleet United by 0-6 in a ruthless, second-half performance.

The match began with the hosts having a chance inside two minutes; playing the ball for Jephte Tanga, who saw his left-footed shot steer wide of the goal.

In the fifth minute, James Clarke was shown a red card for a foul on Kwame Thomas on the halfway line.

Ten minutes later, Laurie Walker was called into action for the first time as Aaron Cosgrave had a shot from close range, but the goalkeeper made a great reaction stop before the Moors cleared the ball.

On 22 minutes, Walker made another save to deny Thomas as the ball was played on the left-hand side. Thomas tried to send the ball underneath the goalkeeper, but Walker made the save.

On the half an hour mark, an Ebbsfleet corner was met by Anthony Stewart but could only turn the ball wide of Walker’s goal.

Two minutes later, the ball found its way to Cosgrave on the edge of the box, who had a shot on the half-volley. His shot was well struck but failed to hit the target.

On 39 minutes, Stewart won a header at the far post from a corner but could only head the ball over the bar.

Moors took the lead with an Ebbsfleet player turning the ball into his own net. Osborne’s free kick was sent into a dangerous area, as the ball was turned in by Stewart to make it 0-1.

A minute later, the Moors doubled their lead with Michael Adu-Poku opening his account for the club. The winger had no player ahead of him on the right-hand side as he received the ball, before driving at the Ebbsfleet defenders and rifling a shot across goal.

On 58 minutes, it was 0-3 as Andy Whing’s side were clinical in front of goal. Another counterattack led to Osborne having the ball on the edge of the box and sliding a pass to Wilkinson, who emphatically placed a shot past the Ebbsfleet keeper.

On 60 minutes, the Moors scored a fourth with Wilkinson scoring his second. A counter attack was led by Stevens, who was bringing the ball forward before cutting the ball back for Wilkinson. From there, Wilkinson poked the ball underneath the keeper.

Five minutes later, a penalty was awarded to Ebbsfleet after Ben Chapman was fouled inside the box, but Walker guessed the right way to deny Cosgrave as he dived low to make the save.

Five minutes later, Wilkinson completed his hattrick with another brilliant Moors counter. AduPoku sprinted down the centre of the pitch before passing the ball to Wilkinson, who calmly sent the ball past Cousins to make it 0-5.

In the fourth minute of stoppage time, the Moors scored a sixth with Bowen scoring. Matty Warburton and Bowen played a brilliant passing play around the Ebbsfleet penalty area, before Warburton sent the ball in the path of Bowen to make it six and give the Moors all three points.

LAST TIME OUT

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SATURDAY 24 FEB 2024 NATIONAL LEAGUE

SOLIHULLMOORS 2 1 HARTLEPOOLUTD

STARTING XI

Nick Hayes

Jay Benn

James Clarke

Alex Whitmore

Joe Newton

Callum Maycock

Jamey Osborne

Tyrese Shade

Joe Sbarra

Jack Stevens

Tahvon Campbell

SUBS

Warburton, Craig, Mafuta, Beck, Labadie

Goals from Tahvon Campbell and Callum Maycock was enough for the Moors to claim all three points at home to Hartlepool United.

On 40 minutes, Alex Whitmore sent a long ball over the top of the Hartlepool defence with Stevens trying to latch onto the pass, but Louis Stephenson was there to deny any shot on goal as the Moors went into the break with the lead.

Solihull doubled their lead after 66 minutes with Maycock continuing his goalscoring form. After chasing a loose through ball, Campbell forced Dixon into losing the ball to Stevens who played it into the striker on the edge of the box. Campbell then backheeled the ball into the path of Maycock who slotted the ball home into the far corner.

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STUARTMAYO

WELCOME

Welcome to Damson Park, Hartlepool United!

We’d like to thank all the visiting Pools supporters who have made the 193 mile trip to the West Midlands for this afternoon’s match.

MEET THE BOSS

LennieLawrence

Lennie Lawrence has been appointed as manager until the end of the season following the dismissal of Darren Sarll earlier this term. The 76-yearold manager has racked up over 1,000 matches in his managerial career but has not held a managerial position since being sacked by Cardiff City in 2005. The veteran manager ’ s first position came in 1982, when he was in charge of Charlton Athletic. To his aid in the Poolies dugout, he’s supported by Anthony Limbrick and Gavin Skelton.

ONES TO WATCH

The towering frontman, who has twice won promotion to the Football League, made an instant impact during his first season with Pools after notching 25 goals. After progressing through Sheffield Wednesday’s academy, Dieseruvwe played for the likes of Chesterfield and Kidderminster Harriers He joined Salford City in 2017 and won back-to-back promotions with the Ammies, scoring in the 2019 National League play-off final. He then helped Salford win the 2020 EFL Trophy Dieseruvwe also won promotion to League Two with Grimsby Town in 2022, on loan from Tranmere Rovers He spent 2022/23 with Halifax, winning the FA Trophy and finishing as their top goalscorer

Centre-back Parkes became Pools’ first signing of 2024 after joining from Scottish side Livingston. The former England youth international holds nearly 500 career appearances, having spent 11 seasons in the Football League He came through Leicester City’s youth set-up before enjoying a four-year spell with Bristol Rovers, gaining promotion from the Conference in 2015. Parkes then added to his Football League experience after spending time with Leyton Orient, Carlisle United and Exeter City

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SOLIHULLMOORSFOUNDATION

It’s that time of year when we start gear up to our Christmas activities. One thing that is popular each year is our Christmas Appeal.

Last Year, we were involved in reaching over 200 families to ensure that they received a gift over the Christmas period. We were blown away by the support that generosity that was shown last year and are looking forward to doing the same this year.

This year we have supported in access off 1000 people with our community outreach programmes and want to give them something to give them a happy Christmas.

We therefore want to launch our Christmas selection pack and biscuits appeal and are inviting fans and our wider community to donate. Over December we will then share some festive spirit by handing out to our community project such as:

Our free school meal camps

SEND youth club

Elderly sports sessions

Refugee project

Care home sessions

Solihull Hospital

Foundation Christmas Dinner

The collection period will be from Monday 4th November until Saturday 21st December.

Foundation staff will be on hand match days to collect or alternatively you can drop into reception week days.

Many thanks for your support and helping us to spread a little Christmas cheer.

WOMENS

2 KNOWLE

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Solihull Moors Women exit the Birmingham FA County Cup after falling to defeat against Knowle Ladies.

Despite the rainy conditions, both teams started out positively, really looking to make an impression on the game. Moors were eager to take the lead, with a fabulous run from Evie Quinn, applying pressure early on.

Lexi Blaxland, with an incredible header from a cross come shot, smashed the ball into the back of the net, giving Moors the lead. However, it wasn’t long before Knowle levelled the scores from a corner, just minutes before the first half drew to a close.

SOLIHULL

With the second half underway, Moors continued to drive and work hard to widen the gap. However, it was Knowle who took the lead, with a curled strike from their #10, just outside the box.

Moors created many opportunities for themselves, and Evie Burke tested Knowle’s keeper more than once, just minutes before full-time. A vital chance opened up for them once again, but saw the ball sail over the bar, leaving them feeling disappointed as the referee blew the final whistle.

Despite the fantastic efforts of every player wearing yellow and blue, Moors couldn’t claw back the game ending their County Cup journey.

KIRKLAND & SUTCLIFFE TAKE THE LEAD

Solihull Moors Women are delighted to confirm the appointment of Joe Kirkland as the new first team manager.

Following an extensive recruitment process, Kirkland’s passion for developing the women ’ s game at Moors stood out amongst several other key qualities.

A new-look backroom team includes Trevor Suttcliffe, who has been appointed as assistant manager. Trevor worked with Joe previously and was pivotal in the success that they achieved together in their former club, Burton Albion.

Kirkland’s unique pathway has given him the opportunity to spend some time coaching abroad including the USA, European countries and Ghana, where he coached a top tier women ’ s team.

At his former club where he was for four years, he worked in both the men ’ s and women ’ s game and was appointed Burton Albion’s Women team manager in the summer of 2023.

Kirkland on joining the Moors:

“I’m very excited to be back in football, it’s been a weird time with me being out of the game for a couple of months, and Trevor coming in adds value to the team immediately, he’s able to help create environment where players feel supported and valued, which ultimately then contributes to performance.”

“He’s a fantastic person and I’m delighted to have him with me as part of this journey.”

Welcome on board, Joe and Trevor!

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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

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