Morecambe Football Club have confirmed that the Clubs' owners, Bond Group, are now preparing the Club for sale, part of which involves Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring stepping back from their positions on the Board of Directors. Mr Johal has been a guest of the club at a number of the Shrimps' home games recently. I have always been someone that would try to break the mould and push myself. Our attentions have been elsewhere, and the Board have more than proven their ability and dedication to the Club. Mr Howse wrote on the club website: It is fair to say the sale process hasnt progressed as quickly as we all would have liked that said, my understanding is that exciting times are ahead both on and off the pitch. The following statement has been issued by the Clubs owners, Bond Group; We are today announcing that we will be stepping down from the Board of Directors at Morecambe Football Club. We have also had the pleasure of the FA Cup games against Premier League clubs, and seeing our young players come through the Academy and develop into quality footballers and people. We have also had the pleasure of the FA Cup games against Premier League clubs, and seeing our young players come through the Academy and develop into quality footballers and people. Morecambe secured a 20 win, with Andy Fleming scoring the first two goals at the stadium. The owner of a popular local Mexican food chain says the closure of their Morecambe restaurant is likely but not definite. [18] Their first game in League One was a 22 draw at Ipswich Town. I moved up to London about the age of 19 and did my law degree in Hertfordshire at 21. Morecambe Football Club is a professional football club in Morecambe, Lancashire, . A takeover of League One side Morecambe FC could be near, according to the club's co-chairman, Graham Howse. [citation needed], In the absence of Harvey, Morecambe reached the Conference play-offs. Worcester Warriors chairman Bill Bolsover has stepped down after the owners of Morecambe joined the board. Morecambe insist the two clubs have no connections, beyond the owners. Lima Major: Bracket - Lower Bracket; MLB Spring Training: Boston . ", Preston girl 'almost killed' as locals fear road problems will eventually take lives. "We would like to thank Bill for his contribution since he first joined the Board six years ago," said Whittingham. This is being done while we prepare the club for sale and want to ensure that the club is ready for the transition from our time as owners. with former Formula 1 owners CVC Capital Partners. It is now the right time for us to move on and hand over the Club to the next owner, that we know can take the Club to the next level. The club then took its place in the Lancashire Combination League for the 192021 season. They also owned rugby union side Worcester Warriors, which was wound up by HMRC last August. A call to have Worcester placed into administration so a takeover deal can be reached has so far been rejected by the owners. I am, along with Sarbjot, keen that the process should now move on at pace to come to a positive conclusion.. I came back to the UK, started my own high-end lending business which was based in Mayfair and that was the business that brought Colin and I together.. During the 201617 season, Bentley received a two-match touchline ban and was fined 1,000, though Morecambe fans paid the fine.[9]. Morecambe fell to a 1-0 defeat against Fleetwood Town in a closely contested Lancashire derby at Highbury on Saturday afternoon. They, along with the rest of the Board of Directors weve appointed, have worked better than we could have hoped for, including the valuable, dedicated and ongoing efforts of Mick Horton, Charlie Appleyard, James Wakefield and more recently Ben Sadler. Advertisement Hide Ad The fourteen years from 1960 could justifiably be said[by whom?] They stole from those that trusted them the most. Let us know in the comments section below. The EFL and Sarb Capital are yet to make any comment. [15], Adams resigned three days later, with the club stating that he had left "to pursue an opportunity elsewhere,"[16] which proved to be the managerial job at Bradford City. He once had an infamous friendly altercation with Dagenham & Redbridge goalkeeper Tony Roberts for which Christie was sent off, even though the dispute had been started by Roberts. Life Vice PresidentsMr Eddie Weldrake, Mrs Jenny Weldrake, Mr Peter Howard, Mr Neil Marsdin, Mr Peter Cross, Mr John Whittaker, MrDavid Barker, Mrs Cate Barker,Mr Graham Hodgson, Mrs Louise Hodgson, Mr Mark Mace, Mr Jim Harvey, Mr Les Taylor, Mr Peter McGuigan. Now they've faced justice. So, who knows? Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. [citation needed]. Colin Goldring and Jason Whittingham have been confirmed as co-owners with Jed McCrory, who led a takeover of the Premiership club in October. We arent in a rush to sell and will make sure we take the time to find the right buyer with the right ambition for the future of the club.". The 202021 season proved to be a banner year. READ MORE: Tyson Fury's energy drink sales rise 300% after John Fury labels Prime 'grotesque'. I own all the training facilities anyway and the training gym. The owner of a popular local Mexican food chain says the closure of their Morecambe restaurant is likely but not definite. The seated area is in the south stand. Attendances fell from a creditable 2,000 plus to a miserable 200 minus, with a visible decline in the club fortunes during that period. We complemented each other well and get on very well. Advertisement Hide Ad Me and Jason dont have that history. A man has died after a road traffic collision in Bolton-le-Sands. Theres an appeal for volunteers to help repair a popular Lancaster green space after it was vandalised. We look back with pride at what the Club has become in the years of our ownership it doesnt feel like four-and-a-half years since when we took over with one game left of the season and the Clubs future in the EFL uncertain. Theyre in League One at the moment. We are businessmen who were offered Morecambe first. Morecambe's owner Bond Group Investments put the League One club up for sale, with Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring stepping down from the board. Peterborough United are the visitors to the Mazuma Stadium on Saturday 18 February, 15:00 KO. Champions (5): 192425, 196162, 196263, 196667, Winners (11): 192526, 192627, 196162, 196263, 196869, 198586, 19867, 199394, 199596, 199899, 200304, Winners (5): 192627, 194546, 196465, 196667, 196768, This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 10:11. Bond Group Investments Ltd - the club's current owners - will continue their support of the club until a suitable buyer is found. The following statement has been issued by the club's owners: "We are today announcing that we will be stepping down from the board of directors at Morecambe Football Club. Relying on them to look after your club is sadly not an option. When we decided to get into business together, we actually had no idea what businesses we would go into. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The decision was announced by Shrimps co-chairman Graham Howse in a statement posted to the club's official website: "It is fair to say the sale process hasnt progressed as quickly as we all would have liked - that said, my understanding is that exciting times are ahead both on and off the pitch. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Jason Whittingham talks to supporters as Colin Goldring watches on. The takeover comes in the same week as Premiership Rugby agreed a 200m investment with former Formula 1 owners CVC Capital Partners. On 10 August 2010, Morecambe played their first match at the Globe Arena against Championship side Coventry City in the League Cup First Round. Owner: BOND GROUP INVESTMENTS LTD Board of Directors Co-Chairmen: Mr Graham Howse and Mr Rod Taylor Directors: Mr Mick Horton, Mr Charlie Appleyard and Mr James Wakefield. In fact, only Woking had a longer unbroken membership of the league at this time. Theres an appeal for volunteers to help repair a popular Lancaster green space after it was vandalised. As part of the process, Shrimps owners Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring from Bond Group Investments Ltd will be stepping back from their positions on the board of directors. The Club is self-funding and is well managed thanks to the great work by the staff and the exceptional support of the fans, who are the lifeblood and beating heart of any club. Fire officers have tackled a car fire near a motorway junction in Lancaster. The MP for Lancaster and the children from TV's Radford family were among those who dressed up to mark World Book Day. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Chief Executive Officer: Mr Ben Sadler Football Staff First-team Manager: Derek Adams First-team Assistant Manager: John McMahon Goalkeeper Coach: Barry Roche I am, along with Sarbjot, keen that the process should now move on at pace to come to a positive conclusion.". Weve made some amazing memories along the way, from banging the drums with the fans away at Crawley, to getting promoted at Wembley, with everything in between, not forgetting the draw against Coventry that secured our EFL status and started this journey. [SST Investing] Morecambe FC's potential new owners appear to run a highly illegal crypto-based investment platform offering 35% weekly ROI. I played rugby right through school and absolutely loved it. The Lancaster MP has raised concerns about hospital funding with the Prime Minister. Sarbjot, through his company Sarb Capital, has recently purchased equity in the Club, injecting more than useful income into us. twitter. Morecambe Football Club can confirm that the Clubs owners, Bond Group, are now preparing the Club for sale, part of which involves Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring stepping back from their positions on the Board of Directors. Nicknamed "The Shrimps due to the coastal town's local speciality food, the club have played home games at the Mazuma Stadium since moving from their original home at Christie Park in 2010. Work did not commence on the proposed site until spring 2009, with an anticipated completion date of summer 2010.[4]. Businessman Sarbjot Johal has all but completed his takeover of Morecambe, with the club confirming his purchase has been finalised subject to being approved by the EFL, For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter. I worked in a head office doing corporate retail, mainly working with the planning of clothing ranges and accessories. . Those early seasons proved difficult, and it was not until 192425 that the club began to enjoy some success, claiming the league title for the first time; this was later followed by success in the Lancashire Junior Cup, beating old rivals Chorley after two replays, and in front of over 30,000 spectators. This is being done while we prepare the Club for sale and want to ensure that the Club is ready for the transition from our time as owners. Copyright 2023 Proper Community Media Lancaster Ltd T/A Beyond Radio & Aiir, Morecambe FC co-owners' rugby club woes will have "no impact" on Shrimps - Beyond Radio. for the 2016-17 season - the losses came after the club reported a pre-tax profit of 14.3m a year before after the club's owners wrote off loans worth 20.4m. Fury, who lives in the town and has previously invested in Morecambe, did enter talks with regards to a purchase in late 2022 before opting against buying the club. Therefore I believe that it is the right time for me to step down as chairman.". PHOTO CREDIT: Handout - Entrepreneur India. As part of the process, Shrimps owners Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring from Bond Group Investments Ltd will be stepping back from their positions on the board of directors. ", On 13 May 2011, Bentley was appointed manager on a two-year contract, signing a two-year deal as player-manager. Last month the Morecambe FC board said the issues at Worcester Warriors would have "no impact" on the Shrimps. Last updated on 21 December 201821 December 2018.From the section Rugby Union. Tyson Fury's dreams of owning a Football League club look to have been shattered after Morecambe FC announced their new owner. Bond Group Investments Ltd will continue their support of the Board and the Club as the majority shareholder . Morecambe Football Club is a professional football club in Morecambe, Lancashire, England. TheBusinessDesk.com is a trading name of Regional Media Services Ltd. (07111349) VAT Number. You might be looking at a football club owner.. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality. Sarbjot Johal, a 20-year-old businessman, has been provisionally. Police are appealing for witnesses after a hate crime in Lancaster city centre. Part of the way through that (process) the lawyer that was acting for us was also acting for someone who was trying to buy this club. A 20-year-old businessman has beaten Tyson Fury to buy Morecambe and will become England's youngest football club owner.. Sarbjot Johal's takeover of the League One side remains subject to Football League approval but has been confirmed by the club's chairman Graham Howse, as per the Daily Mail.He had been in competition with Fury to buy Morecambe, with the heavyweight world champion boxer . "Whilst no further evidence was provided in the meeting, in our discussions it was mutually understood that the evidence to support the financial viability of the takeover will be provided to the EFL, who will perform the appropriate due diligence through the EFL Owners and Directors Test. Whilst success was only just around the corner, the foundations for the future were being built. Howse confirmed the news to the club's website, explaining: It is fair to say the sale process hasn't progressed as quickly as we all would have liked - that said, my understanding is that exciting times are ahead both on and off the pitch. You'll have to find the ghoul in under 11 seconds, so can you do it? We do not owe Worcester Warriors any monies and the only shared position is that we have owners in common. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. [21] Goalkeeping coach Barry Roche served a game as caretaker manager before Adams returned as manager on a deal lasting until June 2023. 200910 was Morecambe's last season at Christie Park. It sounds more glamorous than it was as I was away from my wife and I wanted to be back home. All information about Morecambe FC (League One) current squad with market values transfers rumours player stats fixtures news I was the youngest at my firm at the time. Birmingham-based Johal is the founder of non-alcoholic drinks brand Vitanic and also chairman of private equity firm Sarb Capital. However, this didn't last, as a poor end to the season led to Morecambe finishing 15th in League Two, still an improvement on the previous season. He sponsors the club and owns the training pitches next to the stadium. "I now feel that the club is in a good place and I shall let the new team get on with it. In an update on the clubs website he intimated that 20-year-old entrepreneur Sarbjot Johal is in pole position to take control. It was never about making fortunes out of the football club, it was about making the club sustainable so it is there in 50 years time. The plan was to buy it and from a business point of view turn it around because only three clubs in League Two break even and Morecambe was losing half a million a year, Whittingham said. Starting in the early 1990s, Morecambe have been engaged in a bitter rivalry with Lancashire neighbours Accrington Stanley. Christie bequeathed the ground to the club in 1927 and also helped incorporate the club into a Limited Company with a then share capital of 1,000. A public meeting to discuss the future of Morecambe and how the town can prepare for the Eden Project has already sold out. This guide shows where to watch Morecambe FC live - including livestreams happening right now, where to stream upcoming events and when Morecambe FC will be available to watch on TV. The rest of the 1920s and the whole of the 1930s saw a constant struggle to keep football alive on the North West coast, with poor results on the field and little or no revenue off the field. A major change to the Morecambe to Preston and Lancaster to Blackpool bus services has been announced. The next 12 years were as barren as any previous period in the club's history. I then went to London in 1996 and got into a retail career. Financier Whittingham and lawyer Goldring took over the Lancashire-based League Two side in June. The Auxiliary Supporters club had been formed and with their help many ground improvements were undertaken, so that the on-field success dovetailed neatly with the off-field enterprise. The Club is self-funding and is well managed thanks to the great work by the staff and the exceptional support of the fans, who are the lifeblood and beating heart of any club. Friends of missing man Daniel Hives said "we need our boy home" as they gathered in Lancaster to help with the search for him. Who would you want as owner of your club? As a child I was an Aston Villa supporter, my uncle was a Wolves supporter and my friends were West Brom fans. The Shrimps Trust met with Sarbjot Johal, who is aiming to take over the football club, on Monday. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published11:20,07 February 2023 GMT@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated11:20,07 February 2023 GMT. The Club is self-funding and is well managed thanks to the great work by the staff and the exceptional support of the fans, who are the lifeblood and beating heart of any club. The Shrimps failed to beat Accrington in 16 attempts after their 2007 promotion to the Football League before Aaron Wildig's goal gave them a 10 win over their rivals in August 2015. Tickets are now on sale for our Sky Bet League One home fixture against Ipswich Town on Saturday 8 October, 15:00 KO. A 20-year-old businessman has beaten Tyson Fury to buy Morecambe and will become England's youngest football club owner. Diego Lemos, the football agent from Brazil who was unveiled as Morecambe FC's new owner at the time, was then director of G50 Holdings. Bond Group say they will continue their support of the board and the club as the majority shareholder, until such a time as a new owner is found and can take the club forwards. He is the founder of Vitanic Holdings Limited, a non-alcoholic beverage company based in Birmingham. Top 5 live events. I grew up in a small village near Wolverhampton. The highest earning player in the squad is Liam Shaw earning 4,000 per week. However, speaking in front of more than 300 fans at a welcome evening at Sixways, Goldring, 35, recalled how he and Whittingham came to buy Warriors. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. A takeover of League One side Morecambe FC could be near, according to the clubs co-chairman, Graham Howse. Friday, September 2nd, 2022 2:22pm Morecambe Football Club has announced that its owners are preparing the club for sale. Morecambe FC fans meet with potential new owner to "raise concerns". In November 2005, Jim Harvey suffered a heart attack during a league game at Christie Park against Cambridge United. In order to use the live chat functionality you need to opt into live chat cookies. Colin Goldring and Jason Whittingham jointly run Warriors and the League Two outfit with the same goal of making the two clubs sustainable. Morecambe's defence at this time was crucial, conceding just five goals in nine games. However, inconsistent performances once again resulted in them slipping into mid-table. Friends of a man who went missing from Lancaster more than two months ago will gather in the area where he disappeared to help with the search for him. Jim Bentley's second season began with a 30 win over Exeter City. to be Morecambe's Golden Era. While we await further information after a constructive meeting, the Trust is in continued close dialogue with the Football Supporters' Association.". Copyright 2023 Proper Community Media Lancaster Ltd T/A Beyond Radio & Aiir. We were trying to sort out the mess (at Morecambe) when Warriors was offered to us, Goldring said. On both occasions the club faced Ipswich Town, losing 30 and 40 respectively. Morecambe beat Barnsley 1-0, only their second win of the season last month, but are the odds-on favourites for relegation back to League Two after a battling 1-1 draw with Derby County on Tuesday . The MP for Lancaster and the children from TV's Radford family were among those who dressed up to mark World Book Day. We have absolute trust in the current board of directors to run the club, with Bond Group still supporting the board as majority shareholder. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's With only two turnstiles for the travelling fans to enter via there is a big crowd waiting to get through. "Our understanding is that the process is now with the EFL and the Trust look forward to a diligent and decisive response in due course. contact the editor here. "Everyone said we were mad for buying before that decider match, but wed already bought into the Clubs culture and could see the passion that everyone in Morecambe had for the Club. I am from Surrey originally and grew up on the Isle of Wight as my family moved down there. The main away end stand does not have any seat neither does the home end or the north stand in the ground. They, along with the rest of the board of directors weve appointed, have worked better than we could have hoped for, including the valuable, dedicated and ongoing efforts of Mick Horton, Charlie Appleyard, James Wakefield and more recently Ben Sadler. The Board functions exceptionally well, almost independently of Bond Group as owner of the Club after the Covid-19 lockdown, and they have our absolute trust. Sharing grounds with Morecambe Cricket Club at Woodhill Lane during the first season, football proved popular, with crowds in excess of 3,000 for derby fixtures with Lancaster City and Fleetwood Town. Morecambe Football Club has announced that its owners are preparing the club for sale. "I agreed to stay on while the acquisition has taken place," said Bolsover. Free heritage skills training courses will be held in Lancaster this month as part of the Lancaster High Streets Heritage Action Zone. Players have voiced their concerns about not being paid and the club were forced to cancel a pre-season friendly in Scotland. There have been calls for a U-turn on a controversial bid to raise 1million from local taxpayers to safeguard the future of the Frontierland site. The club also saw success in the league, qualifying for the League Two play-offs with 78 points, good enough for fourth in the league; they missed out on automatic promotion by a single point. Friends of a man who went missing from Lancaster more than two months ago will gather in the area where he disappeared to help with the search for him. . "We understand Sarb Capital have already invested an amount of equity into the club and their intention would be to invest further equity through share issue. He said you guys have done a good job at Morecambe so have a look at Worcester Warriors? To do this click on the cookie settings button below. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Morecambe also defeated a few league clubs in the FA Cup, including Cambridge United in 200001 and Chesterfield in 200203. Among other events, the season saw the club face two Premier League sides in various cup competitions, falling to Newcastle United[12] in the third round of the EFL Cup and to Chelsea in the third round of the FA Cup at Stamford Bridge;[13] the latter equaled their furthest run in the FA Cup since the early 2000s. Whittingham, 48, said Morecambe were in a financial mess when they first got involved in October 2017 but now expected the club to break even. Also during this time, the club also equalled its best appearance in the FA Cup in both 200001 and 200203. Morecambe FC @MorecambeFC. In September, Morecambe FC announced that Jason Whittingham of Bond Group Investments and Colin Goldring were stepping back from their positions on the board of directors, as the club was being prepared to be sold. Current owners say they are no rush to sell and will only settle for the right buyer "with the right ambition", Don't miss out - sign up for our free daily newsletter today, The owners of Morecambe FC have confirmed the club is being prepared for sale. Everyone said we were mad for buying before that decider match, but wed already bought into the clubs culture and could see the passion that everyone in Morecambe had for the club. We came into Warriors which was in September 28, 2018, and the rest is history.. [22] Despite the club flirting with relegation, Adams once again managed to lead them out of the drop zone, with the Shrimps finishing 19th and securing League One status for a second consecutive season. They finished their first season in League Two in 11th place with 60 points. There have been calls for a U-turn on a controversial bid to raise 1million from local taxpayers to safeguard the future of the Frontierland site. The post-war era saw an upturn in the Shrimps' fortunes with steady progress throughout the late 1940s and nearly all the 1950s, with a visible marked improvement when in 1956 Ken Horton was appointed player-manager. The owners of Morecambe FC have confirmed the club is being prepared for sale In a public statement this afternoon (September 2), it was announced Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring will be stepping back from their positions on the Board of Directors.