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Glodwick club veterans roll with it!

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

Glodwick club veterans roll with it! Glodwick Cricket Club duo Neil Williams and Gordon Whitehead are celebrating their 70th years by raising funds to replace the club’s heavy roller. “The present roller is a bit of a beast,” said groundsman Gordon. “It’s over 50 years old and most members won’t touch it because it is really […]

Burscough Groundsman Slams Southport FC Claims Of Unfit Pitch

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

Burscough Groundsman Slams Southport FC Claims Of Unfit Pitch: A WAR of words between Burscough and Southport after their friendly was cancelled at the last minute shows no signs of ending after the former’s groundsman waded into the row. Burscough FC released an official club statement on Monday evening (July 10) saying that Southport FC […]

Glodwick club veterans roll with it!

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

Burscough Groundsman Slams Southport FC Claims Of Unfit Pitch

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

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Glodwick club veterans roll with it!

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

Glodwick club veterans roll with it! Glodwick Cricket Club duo Neil Williams and Gordon Whitehead are celebrating their 70th years by raising funds to replace the club’s heavy roller.

“The present roller is a bit of a beast,” said groundsman Gordon. “It’s over 50 years old and most members won’t touch it because it is really difficult to start on chilly mornings.”

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To raise cash they are doing a 70-themed sponsored challenge consisting of a 70 lengths swim and a 70km bike ride on July 21-22.

“I’ve not been to the baths in 30 years,” added Gordon. “And it’s longer since Neil was on a bike, so it’s a real challenge for both of us.”

So far the appeal is going well, but rollers don’t come cheap, so they still have a way to go.

Anyone wanting to support them can do it here

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Burscough Groundsman Slams Southport FC Claims Of Unfit Pitch

July 14, 2017/in Industry News, Press Release/by External Source

Burscough FC released an official club statement on Monday evening (July 10) saying that Southport FC had cancelled their fixture the following night (Tuesday July 11) because they didn’t have enough fit or eligible players.

This led to widespread mocking of the Yellows, who have already been the subject of a tireless campaign to see the club taken over for the second time in a year.

Southport FC hit back, stating that the real reason for the cancellation was due to concerns that the playing surface at Victoria Park was not good or safe enough for a game of football.

This angered Burscough FC groundsman Malcolm Crosby who invited the Champion down to the ground to see for ourselves the pitch.

He said: “It’s not true.

“The pitch is playable and the game could have gone ahead.

“I’m a volunteer and I help keep the pitch in a good condition, which you can see.”

In a statement released by Southport FC they stated: “We do not recognise the validity of the highly regrettable comments appearing on the Burscough FC website in relation to the cancellation of the pre-season friendly at Victoria Park.

“While we can confirm that the fixture was cancelled at SFC’s request, this decision was made after a review of the playing surface at Victoria Park.

“First Team Coach John Durnin reviewed the playing surface and after discussing the situation with the management team, the club decided the pitch at Victoria Park was not suitable for the fixture.

“When confirming the cancellation, SFC did include mention of a number of injured players but this was not the main or sole reason as alluded to by Burscough earlier today.

“Southport FC has enjoyed friendly relations with our local neighbours at Burscough FC for many years and we hope this continues in the future.”

An original statement by Burscough FC simply read: “Due to injuries sustained by Southport [at their last game] the Tuesday friendly is cancelled

“Southport sustain injuries on Saturday and are unable raise a team for the friendly.

“We wish the players a quick recovery and best wishes for the season.”

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