| 09/05/2008 - Eight Players Sign Up for 2008-09 |
Bury Town FC have not wasted any time in starting preparations for next season. Chairman Russell Ward and director of football Trevor Collins have both been busy securing the services of the key players. And, they aim to bring at least three new players to the club before pre-season training gets underway.  Former Ipswich Town FC midfielder Gavin Johnson has led the way and displayed his commitment to continue to play for the Ram Meadow-based club by extending his contract before the end of the season.  Joining him in signing contracts are brothers Sam and Lee Reed and young striker Liam Barrett, who joined the Blues from Portman Road before Christmas. .jpg) Team captain Tom Bullard will continue the influence at the heart of the Town defence and he is joined by Sam Nunn, who will be looking to impress following an end of season injury which disrupted his campaign. .jpg) In midfield, Lee Smith and Michael Steward will continue their careers with the Blues. "It has been very suceessful so far and I am pleased that we have retained the nucleus of what was a good side last season," said Collins. The former player, and assistant to team manager Richard Wilkins, said that negotiations with striker Steve Bugg and midfielder Danny Cornwell were nearing completion. Collins would not name the trio of new faces, but revealed that they would strengthen the team in defence and midfield. "We have identified the players we would like to join the club and the process of negotiation is ongoing," said Collins. "There is no need to panic at this stage as, whatever happens, we will have a strong team at the start of the season," he added. www.buryfreepress.co.uk |
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| 08/05/2008 - Trials for new Youth Team |
| Bury Town Football Club are members of the Ryman Football League.
As part of a three year plan to further develop and enhance the structure of the Club, Bury Town Football Club will seek to offer players exposure to an advanced level of competitive football and coaching.
In season 2008/09 the Club will operate an Under 15 team in the Eastern Junior Alliance Football League.
The Eastern Junior Alliance Football League provides an opportunity for
players of Senior Football Clubs to participate in a structured and competitive environment, against players of like ability. The League offers players the highest level of football for those that are not members of an Academy or Centre of Excellence at a full time professional football club.
Eastern Junior Alliance member Clubs include Dagenham and Redbridge, Stevenage Borough and many others who compete in the Blue Square Football Conference, Eastern Counties Ridgeons League and Essex Senior League.
In order to form a squad of players for season 2008/09 Open Trials will take place at Bury Town Football Club, Ram Meadow on Tuesday 13 May 2008.
Any player who wishes to attend is required to arrive at the ground no later than 5.15 pm
Players are required to bring appropriate clothing, footwear and drinks.
Players will be notified of their selection or otherwise in writing.
If you wish to discuss any aspect of this matter, then please do not hesitate to contact either of the below named :
Director of Football - Trevor Collins or Football Development Officer - Andy Gould, contact Trevor or Andy here. |
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| 02/05/2008 - Under 18's win League Cup |
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Bury Town Under 18's carried off the Brian Hitchings Cup with a hard fought victory against Welwyn Garden City, thanks to a stoppage time winner.
In an evenly contested first half, Bury took the lead after 21 minutes when John Sargent got the last touch after a goalmouth melee. The visitors equalised within a minute when Chris Stacey's attempted clearance was charged down and Elliot Charles fired into an empty net.
Bury regained the lead with virtually the last kick of the half with a great strike from 25 yards by Ben Licence, which flew into the top corner.
Half Time Bury Town 2 Welwyn Garden City 1
Welwyn came out strongly in the second period and it came as no surprise when afte 72 minutes, the ever dangerous Elliot Charles turned on the edge of the box to beat Stacey. Bury then fought back, and got their reward in the second minute of stoppage time. A free kick on the left was headed back across goal, and Aaron Piggott rose high to head home the winner
Final Score Bury Town 3 Welwyn Garden City 2
Brian Wadsworth
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| 25/04/2008 - Match Preview - Aveley FC |
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Bury Town go into today's crucial match at Aveley without their influential centre back and captain, Tom Bullard, due to suspension. It will probably mean that Sam Nunn will switch to the centre of defence, with Stuart Walker returning from injury to play at right back.
Bury have to win, and hope that either Canvey Island or Ware drop points, if they are to gain a play off spot. They have had a remarkable run in to get to this position, having been well off the pace two months ago.
Manager Richard Wilkins is expected to continue with the successful partnership of Sam Reed and Liam Barrett up front for this must win game. If they do get to the play offs, Bullard will still be suspended for the semi final.
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| 21/04/2008 - BTFC Player of the Season |
After the sucessful match with Northwood FC on 19 April, the BTFC Player of the Season was awarded to Gavin Johnson.
The award was made on behalf of BTFC by Ross Burch and Graham Frost.
Gavin Johnson - BTFC Player of the Season |
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| 16/04/2008 - Coach to Aveley Sold Out |
| The coach to Aveley for the final game of the season is now sold out and no more bookings can be taken. The coach will leave Ram Meadow at 1.00pm on Saturday 26th April. |
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| 11/04/2008 - Match Preview vs Waltham Forest |
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With just three games to play, Bury Town still have a realistic chance of gaining a play off place. Although they are currently two places and one point away from their goal, their run in looks to be easier than some of their rivals.
All of the other contenders have to play each other at least once, so points must be dropped. If Bury do win their remaining matches, they must have a very good chance of making it.
For Saturday`s match against a struggling Waltham Forest, manager Richard Wilkins should have the same squad available that beat Canvey Island last week. Stuart Walker is unlikely to play again this season, and Liam Barrett is still struggling with a dead leg, but could be on the bench.
This game will be played at Witham Town`s ground due to a lease problem at Waltham Forest.
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| 28/03/2008 - Venue change for Forest match |
Bury Town FC's Ryman League Division One North match against Waltham Forest on 12th April 2008 has been moved from Wadham Lodge to Witham Town FC, Spa Road, Witham. This is due to the fact that Waltham Forest's lease on the Wadham Lodge ground has expired and is not being extended, therefore Forest's remaninign two home matches will be played at Spa Road. Waltham Forest must find a new venue for their matches next season after 13 years at Wadham Lodge.
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| 28/03/2008 - Match Preview vs Waltham Abbey |
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A pitch inspection will decide if Bury Town's match at Waltham Abbey will go ahead on Saturday. They will be hoping to continue their late surge towards a play off place against a side who have been struggling recently.
Bury`s confidence should be high following two wins, including a victory over AFC Sudbury, over the Easter period. Manager Richard Wilkins will probably be without Scott Chaplin, who has a hamstring problem, but should welcome back Michael Steward after injury. Otherwise he will have the same squad that has taken his side to within two points of the all important fifth place, and with a slightly better goal difference than the teams immediately above them.
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Michael Steward - back from injury |
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| 23/03/2008 - Snow at Ram Meadow |
Ram Meadow was today (Sunday) covered in snow ahead of the big Easter Monday derby between Bury Town and AFC Sudbury. With the pitch already waterlogged it is unlikly that the match will go ahead. News will be posted on here and on Town Talk tomorrow morning.
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