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Tributes Paid To Simon Tullett

Tributes Paid To Simon Tullett: It’s sad to report that Simon Tullett, founder of STM Co Ltd of Warwickshire – a supplier of SCAG equipment, and a well-known member of the industry, died in hospital recently. He had health problems for a couple of years and was awaiting heart surgery, but sadly succumbed to kidney failure. Simon’s family […]

Linnets Aim For Perfect Pitch

Linnets Aim For Perfect Pitch: The Walks might be a far cry from the old Wembley Stadium and Portman Road, but Steven Curtis is relishing the change in role after becoming groundsman at King’s Lynn Town Football Club. Mr Curtis, who has worked at a number of iconic venues during the last 40 years, is enjoying […]

Club’s Anger Over Pitch Damage

Club’s Anger Over Pitch Damage: A council “must be held responsible” after race cars drove over a brand new football pitch costing thousands of pounds, an Irish League club has said. Ballymena United said it was “saddened” at the incident during a stock car race at the Ballymena Showgrounds on Friday. The venue is owned by […]

Artificial Pitch Burnt By Vandals

Artificial Pitch Burnt By Vandals: Kelty Hearts’ artificial pitch has been burned, seats have been vandalised days after being installed, and youngsters have been seen on the roof of the club’s new stand. The damage to the community facilities could see the club, which turned senior last year, lose its SFA licence because of regular pitch […]

1 In 3 Grassroots Pitches Adequate

1 In 3 Grassroots Pitches Adequate: Only one in three pitches at grassroots level is of adequate quality, says the Football Association. The figure is part of the FA’s written evidence for a Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) parliamentary hearing on Wednesday about the possible sale of Wembley Stadium. The FA says it is “considering […]