Tring Athletic vs Berkhamsted Raiders

Official Programme

Tring Athletic v Berkhamsted Raiders

Tuesday 31st January 2023 7.45pm

St Mary’s Cup

Match Sponsor— Performance Adhesives Ltd

Good evening & welcome to the Grass Roots Stadium for the visit of Berkhamsted Raiders in the St Mary’s Cup. We welcome their players, officials and supporters and wish them a safe journey home afterwards.

This afternoon’s match sponsor is Performance Adhesives Limited. You can find out more about them on page 3 and by clicking on their advert.

After the drama of Saturday’s game and power failure the FA have decised that the match will be played again but this time away at Walsall. Details to be confirmed on our website soon.

We still have match sponsorship availability for the remaining games this season so please speak to Graham Bright if you are interested.

If you are able to volunteer for the club on a regular basis or even just occasionally please speak to a committee member. We are always grateful for extra support.

This is the third season of producing online only programmes. If you click on any of the logos or adverts it should direct you straight to our sponsors websites. This also means we can bring you features such as match highlights at the click of a button.

Today’s programme includes

• Page 5 - A selection of items on show from our club shop

• Page 20 — Today’s match squads

• Page 22-24—Introducing our opponents

• Page 26 The latest winners on the 100 club. You can join for just £1 a week.

• As always keep an eye on our website for all the latest information, fixtures and results.

Ryan Earle, 17 has been a Tring Athletic FC youth player for 3 years and also attends Ben Herd football academy so has links with Hertford Town FC. He was diagnosed with Acute myeloid leukaemia last week and is now at UCL hospital undergoing treatment.

Ryan began this pre-season training with our first team, a testament to how well he is developing as a player with a very bright future. A few weeks ago Ryan took a knock to his head during an u18 friendly game against Leverstock Green FC, he had a small lump and also had a dizzy spell and to be on the safe side he attended where he was advised the lump was a cyst. A couple of weeks later we were playing Balham FC in the FA youth cup and Ryan felt unwell during the day and so presented himself at A&E where he collapsed.

Ryan was admitted and tests would reveal he has Acute myeloid leukaemia & is now receiving his treatment at UCL hospital in London.

All those who know or have have met Ryan know what a infectious joker he is, full of life and always laughing. The diagnosis has come as a huge shock to us all but no more so than for Ryan's family.

We have started this page to allow people to donate. The aim being to take some of the families financial stresses away so they can concentrate on supporting Ryan as he faces 6 months of treatment to overcome this diagnosis. The family will have huge expenditure with travel, accommodation, food amongst other things on top of keeping the home going. If you can help in anyway no matter how small you will make a huge difference in helping to concentrate on getting Ryan better and back home

TAFC—Club Shop

Take a look at our new club shop in association with O’Neills. Click on any of the items below to take you to our page with branded leisurewear and accessories.

Highlights & Social Media

League Table

Table as at Monday 18th April

Officials

Life President

Life Vice Presidents

Mick Eldridge BEM

David Evans MBE, Barry Johnson, Jean & Les Robins, Ralph Griffiths, Harry Bowden, Pete Stillwell, Alan Foskett, Pete Oakley, Keith Hamilton

Chairman

Vice Chairman

Hon. Secretary

Bob Winter

Tony Stedman & Mark Weston

David Blair

Hon. Treasurer Tony Stedman

Commercial Manager

Match Secretary - South Midlands & Herts Snr

Registration Secretary

Club Welfare Officer

First Team Manager

First Team Assistant Manager

First Team Coaches

First Team Technical Advisor

Goalkeeping coach

Reserve Team Management

TAFC Zebras

Under 18' Management

Under 17's Management

Sports Physio

Graham Bright

Tony Stedman

Trevor Langley

Kirstie McNeil

Ryan Sturges

Lee Groves

Mick Vipond

Ian Richardson

Gary Looker

Alex Payne, Stuart Stedman

David Lawless

Hannah Childs

Football Co-Ordinator Vacant

Press Officer Vacant

Website

Social Media

Programme Editor

Groundsman

Facilities Manager

Membership Secretary

Keith Eldridge / Colin Sturges

Keith Eldridge , Terry Adams

Keith Eldridge

Darrell Bodimeade

David Whicker

Graham Bright

Catering Vacant

Bar Manager

Committee Members

Stefan Drumea

Bob Winter (Chairman) Tony Stedman, Ian Butler, Neil Foskett, Graham Bright, David Blair, Mark Weston, Keith Eldridge, Andy Ayres., David Whicker

Our Charity Partner

Pendley Day Nursery is a brand-new nursery set in a unique setting in the heart of Tring, and provides quality childcare and development opportunities for children aged 6 months - 5 years. We have created a premier nursery, which will provide a fantastic experience for your child to enable them to 'Grow, Learn & Develop'. Just read our TESTIMONALS page to see the lovely things parents are saying about us.

The nursery has both expansive indoor and outdoor space, and provides an ideal environment for children to learn and play in a safe and secure environment.

Pendley Day Nursery is led and managed by leading childcare practitioner Natasha Young, who is also part owner of the nursery.

Natasha is Level 6 qualified and she and her team will provide the highest of quality care and development opportunities for your child.

We will ensure that your child's best interest are at the heart of everything we do.

We have invested significantly in the setting and, with lots of brand new equipment and toys, we offer the highest of standards throughout. Our excellent facilities include:

• Fully trained, dedicated staff – many at level 3 and above

• Fully equipped kitchen and trained cooks (hot lunch, tea and snacks)

• Large play areas, inside and out

• Large, safe front car park for easy drop off and collection

• Open 8.00 – 18.00, Monday – Friday (51 weeks)

• Flexible hours (mornings or afternoons)

• Dedicated to children 6 months – 5 years

The nursery is run by local owners who, through their team, are committed to providing stimulating activities in a caring environment, promoting all aspects of children’s development.

Match Sponsorship

Please support the Club by sponsoring a match. It only costs £50 and includes free entry for two, access to the boardroom for half-time refreshments and an acknowledgement in the match programme all season. Contact Graham Bright on 07722 240963 or via email to tringathleticfc@hotmail.com

Ardley United - NP Electrics & Solar

Colney Heath —Michael Anthony Estate Agents

Biggleswade United—Volkstec Auto Engineering

Stotfold— Ralph Griffiths

Baldock—Dick Lovelace

Risborough Rangers Pendley Day Nursery

Aylesbury Vale Dynamos—Tring Winery

Arlesey Town—Tring Winery

Shefford Town & Campton Pendley Day Nursery

Burnham Ramblers Performance Adhesives Ltd

Dunstable Town—The Cook Partnership

Leverstock Green—Mick Eldridge

Walsall Wood Tring Winery

Berko Raiders Performance Adhesives Ltd

Fixture List

Fixture List

Fixture List

Today’s Squads

Tring Athletic FC

Oliver Keil

Bogdan Marian

Adam Sawyer

George Carbery

Jack Stevens

Jake Morris

Ethan Goulding

Davide Pobbe

Charlie Miller

Greg Deer

Leo Farruch

Harrison Mead

Oliver Butler

Frankie Hercules

Adiel Mannion

Godlove Oppong

Tom Braizer

Will Bisney

Guiseppe Delgaudio

Jack Thompson

Manager - Ryan Sturges

Asst Manager- Lee Groves

Coach—Ian Richardson & Mick

Vipond, GK Coach - Gary Looker

Physio—Hannah Childs

Berkhamsted Raiders

Ryan Parker

Archie Sykes

Kaison Watten

Joe Hubbard

Jack Aldridge

James Kimber

Nabil Seodi

Archie Fitzgerald

Anders Davis

Luca Ozcan

Toby Head

Liam Standley

Nathan Page

Gerry Dunleavey

Harry McHugh

Ollie Mead

Manager :

Asst Mgr:

Coach :

Physio:

Next Up Hoddesdon

Today’s Visitors

Berkhamsted Raiders was established in 1996 from a collection of individual teams run by enthusiastic dads who wanted their kids to enjoy football. They played their football on the outfield at Berkhamsted Cricket Club on a Sunday morning.

Under the Chairmanship of Paul Beard, the Club progressed rapidly, achieving Charter Standard and then Charity status. Tragically, Paul died suddenly at work on January 15th, 2008 at the early age of 43. His drive, enthusiasm and effort was the stimulus for the future success of the Club.

By 2008, the Club had grown to 30 teams. In 2015, the Club had doubled to 60 teams. And in 2020/21, we will be running 94 youth teams from U7 to U18 plus sections for Seniors, Veterans, Ladies, Futsal, Walking and Inclusive Football.

The Club has become a true community sports club, providing sport for around 1,200 children in Berkhamsted and the surrounding villages.

Charitable status

In 2007, the Club achieved charitable status with the following charitable objectives:

To promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilities for playing football (“facilities ” meaning land buildings, equipment and organising football activities)

To advance the education of children and young people whether or not undergoing formal education.

The Club is managed by thirteen Trustees who oversee the running of the Club. The day to day running of the Club is organised by a team of over 100 unpaid volunteers who take on the roles of Committee Members, Age Group Coordinators, Parent Managers, Assistant Managers and Match Day Delegates.

Berkhamsted Raiders

Charter Standard Status

In 2004, the Club became an FA Charter Standard Club.

In 2007, our status was upgraded to FA Charter Standard Community Club. The Club regular attends and contributes to the Community Club meetings run by the Hertfordshire FA.

Facility Development

In 2010, Raiders and Ashlyns School raised a combined sum of around £750,000 through a Football Foundation grant and our own fundraising efforts to deliver the BerkoAstro 3G pitch.

BerkoAstro is a community facility. It is not just for the benefit of Raiders and Ashlyns. It can be used by any school in Berkhamsted and is open to other sports clubs in the area, and for use, in general, by Raiders parents and the local community.

In 2016, the venue was further enhanced by removing the high fencing and installing a seated viewing area.

With the opening of the Ashlyns Sports Hall in 2017, we are also able to offer full changing facilities., adjacent to the 3G pitch.

Paul Beard Centre

In 2012, the partnership between Raiders and Ashlyns School raised over £175,000 in funding to create the Paul Beard Centre, adjacent to BerkoAstro. The facility provides catering facilities, a club room and toilets. Hot drinks and snacks are available from the vending machines and the kitchen operates during training sessions and at weekends. The Centre is used by both the School, the Club and the Herts FA for meetings and educational purposes. The BerkoAstro 3G pitch and Paul Beard Centre provides a perfect setting for children’s birthday parties on a Saturday and Sunday afternoon during the football season and Saturday and Sunday mornings during the close season. Prices start from £152 and include a qualified FA coach and use of the Paul Beard Centre.

Improving football facilities in Berkhamsted

The Club is very aware of the shortage of football facilities in Berkhamsted. We need more grass pitches and a second 3G pitch in the town to accommodate the growth of the sport, and, in particular, girls’ football. We also want to establish a Raiders Clubhouse to provide a focal point for club members. The recently published Dacorum BC Local Football Facilities Plan highlights the priorities for investment. The Club is working hard to turn these plans into reality.

Today’s Officials

Referee Connor Mackay

Assistant Referee Lawrence Gregory

Assistant Referee Neil Howard

The TAFC 2 Club

Support Tring Athletic, Join our 200 Club. This is one of the most popular fund raising activities in the UK, probably the easiest to enter, and the size of the weekly/monthly prize will depend upon the number of people participating. The more people the larger the prize. 50% of all takings go in cash prizes.

At the current time we have a weekly CASH prize of £20 and a Monthly 1st prize of £100 and 2nd prize of £50. It costs just £1 per week. Ask a committee member for details.

December winners

The monthly 200 club draw was undertaken recently. The lucky winners were:

£100 James Livingstone

£50 Jamie Robbins

£20 Ian Butler

£20 Dave Richards

Once again winnings will be paid directly to the winners bank accounts.

TAFC Reserves

TAFC 3-1 Buntingford Town

Click on the image below to see match highlights from last season

Our reserves are sponsored by NP Electrics

Suburban League—North Division

Results

TAFC 1-1 Uxbridge

TAFC 4-2 Marlow

TAFC 1-5 Flackwell Heath

Aylesbury 1-3 TAFC

TAFC 0-4 Welwyn (Cup)

TAFC 7-3 Hartley Wintney

Harrow Borough 1-0 TAFC

TAFC 0-2 Wokingham & Emmbrook

TAFC 1-2 Aylesbury Vale

ENTRY TO RESERVE TEAM MATCHES AT HOME ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TAFC MEMBERSHIP. IF YOU CAN’T TRAVEL TO WATCH THE FIRST TEAM, THEN PLEASE COME AND SUPPORT OUR YOUNGSTERS.

RESULTS—CONTINUED

Flackwell Heath 3-1 TAFC

Brook House 3-1 TAFC

TAFC 1-2 Harrow Borough

ENTRY TO RESERVE TEAM MATCHES AT HOME ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TAFC MEMBERSHIP. IF YOU CAN’T TRAVEL TO WATCH THE FIRST TEAM, THEN PLEASE COME AND SUPPORT OUR YOUNGSTERS.

TAFC Membership

GOLD - £99 (£75 concessions) Free entry to all home league games. 20% discount at the bar. Please see the opposite page for additional offers from local businesses.

SILVER—£50 (£40 cons) Free entry to the first six matches each season. 20% discount at the bar.

BLACK—£20 (£10 cons) Club membership and 10% discount at the bar. Click on the Gold Card below to go to our membership page & application form

TAFC Gold Membership Benefits

Team Sponsors