News Archive

Two Bass Vase fixtures at the Moat Ground for your diary.

The ups and downs of the Dr Martens Western Division.

Dr Martens Premier League side Hinckley United will be the visitors to the Moat Ground for the First Round of the Dr Martens League Cup.

Striker Simon Tucker has left Gresley Rovers to join Dr Martens Western Division rivals Sutton Coldfield Town.

A request has gone out from Gresley Rovers for any trades people who might be willing to donate expertise, time or materials as well as volunteers in the work of painting and generally sprucing up the Moat Ground before the start of the new season.

Around 400 officials, players, parents, sponsors and friends attended the 1st Gresley Rovers Juniors Presentation Evening.

As part of the pre-season build up, old Wembley opponents Guiseley will visit the Moat Ground.

The club has announced that midfielder Aidan Callan has agreed to remain at the Moat Ground.

Gresley Rovers Juniors are urgently looking for players for a second U16's team next season.

Gresley Rovers have been drawn away for the Preliminary round of the FA Cup and home for 1st Rnd FA Trophy.

For the third season running Gresley Rovers begin their League campaign away from home.

EXCLUSIVE: Gresley Rovers Chairman, Mark Evans, today announced that Barry Woolley is to sign for Ilkeston Town.

The Gresley Rovers Under 16s will begin signing players this week, not only for the Colts team but the new Gresley Rovers Juniors Under 16s side.

Gresley Rovers reserves begin their new campaign at home to league newcomers Worcester City reserves on Saturday 17th August.

The work done on the ground this pre season is fantastic and the Moat Ground is looking in great shape for the new season.

You can now pre book your season tickets online and then pay for them at the first pre season friendly.

Gresley Rovers kicked off pre season training with the introduction to the players of a new face amongst the management team.

Gresley Rovers will announce their first signing for the coming season when they unveil Danny Hobby at this evenings match at the Moat Ground against Stockport County.

Gresley Rovers today confirmed that Steve Hodge, former England international, Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, Spurs and Leeds player did train with them yesterday evening and that he is intending to train with them during the pre season.

It's not so often that I get the opportunity to 'surf' our very own website but after having done so I feel the following details will place some minds at rest.

Gresley Rovers manager Jon Newsome will play this season but only as a last resort.

Gresley Rovers has secured the signature of experienced midfielder Craig Hopkins. Craig, who spent last season with Hednesford Town, has played for Ilkeston, Kettering and Kings Lynn has been with the Moat men during pre season.

Experienced striker, Gary Smith, put pen to paper after Wednesday's friendly to sign for Gresley Rovers.

Midfielder Aidan Callan is all set to join Kidsgrove Athletic.

Former Shepshed Dynamo midfielder Jamie Barrett has signed for Gresley Rovers.

Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce that Andy Cheetham has chosen to remain with the Club, turning down an offer from Dr Martens Premier Division side Ilkeston Town.

Last month, Jon Newsome & Mark Evans joined in with 'Sport Relief' at Hinckley Leisure Centre.

Manager Jon Newsome has completed the latest signings to his squad.

Jon Newsome has completed the signing of three more players to add to his squad for the visit to Evesham United.

Its great to be back in competitive action again and there is a fresh feel about things throughout the club.

I am writing these notes after our victory midweek victory against Chasetown. In an exciting game against a very good side we managed to get the result after totally dominating the second half.

Andy Bourne, who suffered a slight calf problem during Tuesday's game with RC Warwick, is a slight doubt for tomorrow's home clash with Cirencester Town. Manager Jon Newsome will be checking Bourne's fitness tomorrow morning before naming his side.

Gresley Rovers take on one of the title favourites tomorrow with a dilemma for manager Jon Newsome.

Jon Newsome is thinking of making a few changes after Saturday's comprehensive defeat at the hands of Solihull Borough.

Our season in the ICIS Midland Combination Reserve Division has got off to a flyer with a run of seven games unbeaten.

Gresley Rovers take another step on the FA Cup trail on Saturday when they visit league leaders Bromsgrove Rovers at Victoria Road.

Defender Gary Moran has left Gresley Rovers and signed for Rugby United the club he left to join Grimsby Town.

Jon Newsome as asked his team to be a bit more consistent in their games and difficult to beat.

Manager Jon Newsome has signed former Kettering Town, Grantham Town and Lincoln United striker Paul Tomlinson.

Manager John Newsome has signed central defender Gary Knight.

Manager Jon Newsome includes his latest signing for tonight's visit to the Valley Stadium.

Gresley Rovers have unveiled David Wilson Homes as a new sponsor, after agreeing a 3-year sponsorship arrangement with the Club.

Manager Jon Newsome has warned his team to be on their guard as they face the bottom placed club Swindon Supermarine tomorrow at the Moat Ground (3pm).

Defender Gary Knight has decided to join Redditch United to cut down on his travelling.

Former Rocester midfielder Danny Hobby has decided to quit playing football and has left the Moat Ground.

I write these notes just after our 1st defeat of the season at the hands of Hinckley United Reserves here at the Moat Ground last Saturday.

Manager Jon Newsome is expected to keep faith with the same squad that faced Rocester last Saturday and is hoping to keep the winning run going.

Gresley Rovers leading goal scorer Neil Kitching was carried off during the second half of the Cinderford game.

With leading striker Neil Kitching injured manager Jon Newsome could bring in Andy Bourne alongside Gary Smith.

The Reserves came back from our 1st defeat of the season against Hinckley United in the perfect way with a fine 4-2 victory over Shepshed Dynamo last Saturday.

Neil Kitching's recent injury worries have been allayed. It now looks as if the striker could be back in action within the next two weeks.

Gresley Rovers are holding a cabaret dinner evening on Friday 29th November 2002 at the Lyric Rooms in Ashby.

Alan Titterton is looking for his side to gain a victory against Gloucester City tomorrow to raise their spirits

Striker Chris Parkins has left the Moat Ground.

Winger Chris Gray has been recalled from his loan spell at Coalville Town and could start against Clevedon Town.

Last Saturday saw us make the trip to face Highgate only to arrive at the ground to find out that the match had been called off at a 9am pitch inspection.

Les McEwan, for many years a loyal supporter of Gresley Rovers, has died suddenly aged 59.

Gresley Rovers Reserve today secured a further sponsorship deal with PJ G Engineering.

Gresley Rovers visit Supermarine on the back of two fine victories 4-0 at home to Buxton in the Derbyshire Senior Cup and 5-1 away at Racing Club Warwick.

The AGM is to be held on 16th December in the Social Club. (7.30pm)

Several League clubs are tracking Gresley Rovers' young defender Gary White.

The Gresley Rovers Club Shop has stocked up with new merchandise for Christmas.

Chairman Mark Evans explained to the members present at the AGM that for the third year running the club had made a profit.

Gresley Rovers reserves take on Redditch United at the Moat Ground (2.45pm)

Central defender Stuart Evans could be a surprise inclusion in the starting eleven at Merthyr tomorrow.

The directors, management, players and supporters of Gresley Rovers wish you all a Happy Christmas and a successful New Year.

Manager Jon Newsome has no injury worries for the Boxing Day home match with Shepshed Dynamo.

Craig Hopkins is still doubtful with an ankle injury and Ian Bluck is out due to a hamstring injury.

Manager Jon Newsome is likely to keep the same squad that won 2-0 at Sutton Coldfield Town last Saturday.

After a 12.30pm pitch inspection by a referee the game against Bedworth Utd is definately on!

The reserves game at Quorn has been called off!

Manager Jon Newsome has both Craig Hopkins (ankle) and Andy Cheetham (deadleg) fit again but defender Ian Bluck has not recovered from a hamstring injury.

According to a reliable source the quiz night held in the club on Friday night was a huge success.

Defender Ian Bluck is named in the squad for the game tonight.

Due to the overwhelming success of the last Quiz Night another one has been arranged.

The Solihull Borough game at the Moat Ground had been re-arranged.

Young defender Gary White is to spend three days at Crewe and possibly play for their reserves at Oldham Athletic on Wednesday.

Gresley Rovers' opponents in the Derbyshire Senior Cup semi-final are Mickleover Sports.

Midfielder Michael Crawford has left Gresley Rovers.

The reserves are in action on Saturday afternoon against Atherstone United in the league and after a free weekend last week we are looking to bounce back from our Derbyshire Cup Semi Final defeat against Ashbourne United.

Striker Neil Kitching is back in the line-up after recovering from a thigh strain.

Striker Gary Smith has become the latest player to leave Gresley Rovers.

Apologies for the site being up and down over the weekend. It's down to a worldwide problem with the Internet which you may have heard about on the news.

Manager Jon Newsome is keen for midfielder Liam Walshe to return to the Moat Ground.

Midfielder Liam Walshe is not coming to Gresley.

The Reserves are away at Bedworth United on Saturday and after a poor start to the year I was encouraged by the performance last week against Rugby United which saw us get a 1-1 draw.

To celebrate the most loved up day of the year, Radio Station 96.4 BRMB shipped a group of listeners off to the wedding capital of the world, in the hope that they'll find love - Gresley Rovers Ian Bluck was one of the lucky listeners!

Manager Jon Newsome will be without two defenders for the visit of Bromsgrove Rovers as Ian Bluck serves his final game of a three match suspension and left back Gary White begins his three game ban.

Gresley Rovers have confirmed the signing of Steve Rutter an experienced striker before the match day deadline.

The game at the Moat Ground against Mickleover Sports in the Debyshire Senior Cup has been called off due to a frozen pitch.

Manager Jon Newsome is delighted to have a selection headache.

Our game scheduled at Oadby on Saturday has been postponed due to Oadby 1st team playing at home in the FA Vase. This enables me to be at the game on Saturday to watch the 1st team and I, like most of you will hope for a much-improved performance than the one we witnessed on Tuesday evening against Mickleover.

Gresley embark on their longest trip of the league season when they travel to Taunton tomorrow (Saturday). They will be going hoping for revenge after Taunton had taken all three points on their visit to the Moat just a month ago.

Gresley could possibly be without 5 or 6 first team players for this re-arranged game.

If Richard Wardle plays in the game against Cirencester tomorrow (Saturday) he will set a new club record of 569 appearances beating Moat Ground favourite Barry Fitchett (568).

As you may be aware our resources in the Reserve team have been somewhat stretched of late and that has given opportunities for some of the youth team members to get involved in Reserve team action.

Before the game against Mangotsfield Utd at the Moat Ground Richard Wardle was presented with a cut glass rose bowl to commemorate him becoming the player who has made the most appearances for Gresley Rovers.

Keeper Mark Shiels will take over from James Lindley for tomorrows visit to Stourport Swifts.

Gresley Rovers season ticket holder wins the Gold Bond for March.

Last weekend we travelled to face Worcester City and ended up with a 1-1 draw after having the majority of the chances.

Manager Jon Newsome is hoping his side can consolidate their league position at Rugby United.

I hope that you have enjoyed the extended weekend afforded to us as a result of the Easter break.

Gresley make their last away visit of the season on Saturday when they make the long trek down to Clevedon Town.

Saturday sees the last match of the current roller coaster campaign with a visit of the newly promoted Weston-super-Marine to the Moat Ground.

Manager Jon Newsome held a meeting with the players on Thursday and most of them have stated they will be returning to the Moat Ground for next season.

There has been some speculation by some sections of the supporters of Gresley Rovers that manager Jon Newsome would not be in charge come August.

Is it really a year since the Moat Ground was last dug up? Well, work has begun once more to improve the playing surface.

The Reserve team squad enjoyed an end of season weekend away at Albert Docks in Liverpool.

Gresley Rovers are holding their annual presentations on Friday 30th May at the Donisthorpe Miners Welfare Club, Donisthorpe.

The first pre-season friendly has been announced.

The Bass Vase fixtures for 2003 have been announced.

At a packed Presentation Evening defender Andy Cheetham won four awards.

If you were unable to attend this year's presentation you can read Mark Evans' speech here.

Two more friendlies have been announced.

The 19 year old defender Gary White has turned down a move to a Dr Martens Premier Club.

www.soccerstrips.net Season 2003-2004 Football Kits will be at the Moat Ground.

Gresley Rovers have announced a new partnership arrangement with Hotel Metro designed to introduce football at the Moat Ground to weekend visitors to the area.

Last season's top scorer is being tracked by rival clubs.

It's a big well done to Gresley Rovers manager Jon Newsome.

Gresley Rovers draw local rivals Shepshed Dynamo in the Dr Martens League Cup.

A new home and away kit will be launched tomorrow at the Moat Ground during the sports kit trade fair.

Chairman Mark Evans announced today that Gresley Rovers have agreed a unique partnership with Stanno, along with PB Sports, as the preferred kit supplier for next season.

Gresley Rovers can confirm that Ashley Adams and Mortgage Market have agreed to a third season as sponsors of the club and that McVities are to continue as kit sponsors for the reserve team also for a third season.

Chairman Mark Evans has confirmed that he is to have talks with Andy Bourne.

Today Gresley Rovers revealed the new home & away strips.

Gresley Rovers have announced that they have secured the services of their young and up and coming stars Jamie Barrett and Carl Eagling.

The go-ahead was given yesterday (Saturday) for the biggest shake-up of non-league football.

Chairman Mark Evans has confirmed that following discussions with Andy Bourne he is delighted to announce that the player has pledged his future to the Club.

The Newcastle United and former England manager has joined the Gresley Rovers 200 Club.

Due to personal reasons Jon Newsome has resigned as manager of Gresley Rovers Football Club.

Gresley Rovers chairman Mark Evans has received 10 applications for the First Team manager's job.

Matt Smith has signed for Gresley Rovers from Dr Martens Western rivals Solihull Borough.