FA’s Groundsman Award Winners: It’s that time of the year when the FA hold their Groundsman of the Year Awards, and five clubs from the three National League divisions won awards.
Aldershot Town’s Colin Wilson was the overall winner as he kept the EBB surface is exceptional condition.
He not only did he received a trophy he also secured prize money of £12,500 to be spent on equipment.
Other award winners were Charlie Kerr from Dartford, Curzon Ashton’s Nick Wild, Daniel Hunter and Declan Robinson of Boreham Wood.
FC United of Manchester’s Graham Byrne was also honoured by the FA, with the support of award backers Budweiser.
Geoff Terrell, the chairman of the FA Facilities Committee, said: “Together we recognise the valuable contribution ground staff make up and down the country in all winds and weather.
“This was truly brought home when a Q&A session lead by the Head Groundsman from Wembley and St George’s Park discussed the trials and tribulations of the recent hot weather.
“This summer has been a testament to their fortitude and experience in ensuring teams have a good surface to play on.”
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