Port Vale's Darrell Clarke: 'There were a lot of dark days and will be in future' Ben Fisher Manager returned to the dugout this month after a close family bereavement and knows Saturday's. As a society we face unprecedented challenges because of the pandemic and Im extremely proud to see the charity I founded and the companies I run playing a key role in putting local communities, families and people first., Note: For more information about the Hubb Foundation, visit: TheHubbFoundation.com. [32] He was also criticised by Kick It Out, football's equality and inclusion organisation, after admitting that he had denied Hasselbaink the opportunity of being Port Vale manager due to his concern that a black manager would be abused by some supporters. Under her leadership and direction, the Hubb Foundation continues to expand to help more and more families and extend the range of support it offers to young people. "[12], PVFC Limited, the club's holding company, was hit with a winding-up order by HM Revenue and Customs in July 2014; Smurthwaite insisted this would not affect the club and that a funding error caused the problem and expected the order to be withdrawn. [74] Stoke have been the more successful team over the years, as Vale have finished higher in the league on only seven occasions. It was horrible coming to games. The 195354 season saw manager Freddie Steele's "Iron Curtain" defence win both a Third Division North title and a semi-final place in the FA Cup. Port Vale's new owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan, Port Vale - the Smurthwaite years in 20 pictures. The Shanahans, owners of Burslem IT firm Synectics Solutions, bought the club from Norman Smurthwaite in a deal that was signed on Tuesday morning. The fans' forum is being run by the Supporters' Club and is being held in the Valiant Suite at Vale Park. Horton led the club to Football League Trophy success in 2001, as Marc Bridge-Wilkinson and Steve Brooker scored the goals to secure a 21 victory over Brentford in the final at the Millennium Stadium. They can have no complaints, from the breakfast and lunches that werent happening before to the way the training ground looks now. [39] He also installed Colin Garlick as the club's CEO, and in January stated that "I'm only really involved now when it comes to prising open the sweetie jar for the money". Between 1958 and 1963 the club adopted various gold and black designs, before once again returning to the black and white theme. To do this click on the cookie settings button below. A gallery from Monday night's fixture against Peterborough United courtesy of club photographers, Tom Green and Gerard Austin. [71] Outside the ground is a statue to Roy Sproson, who played 842 competitive games for the club. is also a long-running fanzine, and has been printed since August 2000; the name was inspired by a remark by then-manager Brian Horton to local journalist Derek Davis following a defeat to Tranmere Rovers. "There's been so much uncertainty," added Garlick. [21], Vale ended a six-season stay in the Third Division with relegation at the end of the 196465 campaign. Vale sold just over 3,000 season tickets in total for this past season. [112] His successor, Brian Horton also secured a Football League Trophy final victory in 2001. Port Vale Football Club can confirm that Harry Charsley has left the club by Mutual Consent and will join League Two side, Newport County. [52] Aspin resigned five days later following a run of poor results. Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite has sold the League Two club to local IT firm owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan. The club's co-owner and Chair has been recognised alongside others nationwide who have made a significant contribution to the UK's Covid-19 response. [21] Smurthwaite denied Staffordshire Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Ellis's claim that Smurthwaite threatened to close the club down during the dispute, but retracted his threat to bar police officers from entering the ground during the match. After decades working in the insurance industry, Bratt turned his attention to his hometown club Port Vale, after the club were facing dark times. Alternatively, please email ifollow@efl.com - note that live chat is recommended for the quickest response on a matchday. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The first manager of Chelsea Football Club was John Robertson, appointed player-manager in 1905.The current head coach is Graham Potter, who was appointed in September 2022.. Chelsea have had 29 permanent managers/head coaches (of whom four also served as player-manager), six interim managers and five caretakers. [42] Brown remained as caretaker-manager for the rest of the season, but was unable to save the club from relegation back into League Two. [1] However, documented evidence of football from that era is extremely scarce and research by historian Jeff Kent indicated that it was probably formed in 1879 as an offshoot of Porthill Victoria F.C. Youve just got to look at last year with how well England did at the World Cup. "He came in just as the transfer window had shut, but he fulfilled his task and gave the fans a lot of hope. [50] He returned formally to the role of Port Vale chairman the following month. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Tickets were free but limited to two per person. [21] Steele quickly established himself at the club, masterminding the celebrated 'Iron Curtain' defence. [87] Another famous fan is darts legend Phil Taylor; Burslem born, "The Power" is a 16 time world champion of the sport. Port Vale owner Norman Smurthwaite has been blasted over his "outrageous" decision not to appoint Jimmy Floyd Haselbaink due to fears of racist abuse from the club's own fans. Carol (pictured) said: I am absolutely overwhelmed by this honour which reflects the hard work and generosity of everyone involved with the Hubb Foundation and Port Vale Community Hub. Norman Smurthwaite (born 8 August 1960) is an English businessman and former football club chairman. Of course it would, it would be amazing. [6] The Football League assigned Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston as his mentor. "But there's a lot of relief. Askey will be offered a new deal having made clear he would love to stay in charge. [104] The name was changed to Port Vale F.C. The club was formed in 1876, and has had a number of promotions and relegations throughout its history. Anyone who comes to the ground now can see theres been a lot of changes, he said. [50] Adams returned as manager at the end of the 201011 campaign, but this was not enough to placate fans who demanded a change in the boardroom after a series of promised investments failed to come to fruition. [20] In February, the home game with Doncaster Rovers was put into doubt after Smurthwaite refused to pay extra policing costs that Staffordshire Police had demanded following intelligence that there would be troublemakers instigating violence at the game. [93] Sproson also holds the record for the most league appearances for the club, with 760. The Hubb Foundation, under Carols direction, has gone above and beyond in terms of tackling poverty and disadvantage here in the Potteries. Carol galvanised volunteers, local businesses and staff from Port Vale FC, and sister companies Synectics Solutions, Summit Hospitality, as well as the Port Vale Foundation and Hubb Foundation charities. Carol, 63, is the Founder and Trustee of the Hubb Foundation a charity based here in the Potteries which operates from schools and community centres, supporting children and their families with food and activities during school holidays. Port Vale owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan with club captain Tom Pope. [81] The OneValeFan fansite is the largest independent Port Vale website and has been running since 1996; it was originally titled There's only one Vale fan in Bristol? [76] Vale also maintain rivalries with Shrewsbury Town and Walsall, as well as less significant rivalries with Burton Albion, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Macclesfield Town. [63], Smurthwaite was reported to have made a bid for National League club Notts County in June 2019, but denied having done so. 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Among their first jobs will be to resolve the future of manager John Askey who is out of contract. CHAIR: . How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. [74], Port Vale also maintain a fiery rivalry with Crewe Alexandra, which has taken on greater significance since Stoke were promoted to a higher league than Vale at the end of the 200102 season. Port Vale Football Club is a professional association football club based in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, England. His assistant, John Rudge, stepped up to become the club's longest-serving and most successful manager, leading the club from 1983 to 1999. [29] He set an asking price of 4.25 million, stating "I have never lost money on a transaction in my adult life and I am not starting now". [84] For this investment, a restaurant at Vale Park is named after him. [92] Other club record scorelines include a 160 victory over Middlewich in a friendly in 1884 and a 120 defeat to Aston Villa in the Staffordshire Senior Cup in 1891. Port Vale is delighted to announce that Carol Shanahan has been awarded an OBE for services to the community in Stoke-on-Trent. Originally planned to be as massive as an 80,000 capacity stadium, the development was known as the "Wembley of the North". [30] A major cup upset came on 30 January 1988, when Vale defeated First Division side Tottenham Hotspur 21, thanks to a superb strike from Ray Walker. "We're not going to gamble our future by spending ridiculous amounts," Carol Shanahan told BBC Radio Stoke. [56] During this time the club was serving players unsold pies from matchdays in order to save money. [11] In 1892, the club were invited to become founder members of the Football League Second Division after proving themselves a strong club in the Midland League. Doors open at 7pm for the 7.30pm start. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS: Jess Frost, Ben Martindale, Rachel Stanyer. "But the first action we took was to buy Vale Park too. Its a good environment. Ticket News ", Kevin Shanahan added: "The key thing is that were able to put a budget together which has a proper amount for players. "We viewed it as the loved one was being held hostage and we had to pay the ransom to free . [58] He returned to the role the following season and threatened to put the club into administration if a buyer was not found by May 2019, a fate which was avoided when Carol and Kevin Shanahan completed their takeover. [21] Three years later, the club were again relegated, and once again became founder members of a division this time the Football League Fourth Division. [23] In April 2015 an email from his account was sent to a group of supporters stating that he wished to sell the club, though he denied sending the email, claiming that he had been hacked. Off Market. [16] Despite not wanting him to resign, once Adams left the club Smurthwaite initiated a policy of experimenting with young players in the hope of turning a profit from player sales in the future. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Read full article. [89] The children's illustrator and author Bob Wilson, is also a fan. "The first action has been for the club to purchase Vale Park in its entirety and bring it back under the ownership of the club. On hearing that families could not afford personal hygiene and cleaning products, Carol made sure they received supplies with their next food delivery. [10] He later issued a statement saying that the wage bill budget set by the club in the summer was over-ambitious and that he had been forced to meet the 1 million budget deficit out of his own pocket. Although there is no official launch date yet, Vale traditionally reveal their kit for the forthcoming season in the middle of June. Carol and Kevin have put their money where their mouth is. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality. Bill Bratt William Amos Bratt MBE (born 1945) is an English insurance broker and former football club chairman who was the chair of Port Vale from 2003 to 2011. Port Vale Ladies was formed in 2017 and won the Staffordshire County League in their maiden season, before they entered the West Midlands Regional Women's League at the start of the 201819 season. During the pandemic lockdown Carol oversaw the transformation of Port Vale FC into a thriving community hub which has been assisting thousands of families across Stoke-on-Trent for more than six months. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. [40] There was no avoiding relegation in 19992000, though, as they were some thirteen points short of safety. On Monday, the Valiants still faced the threat of administration as owner Norman Smurthwaite prepared to bail out. [108] Freddie Steele repeated the feat during the 195354 campaign, also taking the club to the semi-finals of the FA Cup. Fans have jumped at the chance to attend the event, at which Carol and Kevin Shanahan will be guest speakers. Beat Automotivo Tan Tan Tan Viral - WZ Beat. But he led the side eight points clear of relegation to finish 20th in League Two. [49], He bought the Liberty Way stadium off Nuneaton Town in July 2018 after the club entered financial difficulties. [5] It was revealed that Smurthwaite had funded the initial takeover, and that the pair had a disagreement following defeat to Bristol Rovers in March, with Smurthwaite insisting on a more public approach to take pressure off the manager and players. [2], Smurthwaite was part of the investment group, led by Paul Wildes, that took Port Vale out of administration in November 2012. Before administration in 2012, he was a major shareholder, having bought 240,000 worth of available shares in the club in February 2006. Lee left in 1974, and a succession of managers failed to prevent relegation in 19771978. "We really could do with those supporters coming back so we can make the club, not just part of the community, but on an even keel again and really pushing towards the top half of the league. The club was under threat of administration if a new buyer was not found, but salvation came in the form of Shanahan and husband Kevin. We have a Facebook page focusing on the Valiants and also a Twitter page, both that provide the latest news, gossip and opinion. It sounds dramatic but new Port Vale owner Carol Shanahan makes no apologies for the stark analogy. Volunteers with paintbrushes are busy doing touch-up jobs, while boss John Askey takes a pre-season session on the training ground adjacent to the stadium. [43] Smurthwaite issued a statement on 2 May apologising for relegation, and stated that he would be stepping down as chairman and would no longer attend games as he looked to sell the club. He resigned as chairman following relegation back to League Two in 201617. [62], The initial club crest was modelled on the coat of arms of the Borough of Burslem. "He's done a great job," said Carol Shanahan. Port Vale's new owners plan to improve the club on and off the pitch, but say they won't be making any rash promises. After Rudge's reign ended the club entered a decline, slipping into the fourth tier whilst twice entering administration in 2003 and 2012. Carol, 62, is the Founder and Trustee of the Hubb Foundation . Her passion and commitment to Stoke-on-Trent and our local communities is infectious. He took over as chairman of Port Vale in 2013, having been a key figure in the boardroom as the club secured promotion out of League Two in 201213. His best friend, TV presenter Jonathan Wilkes, is also a Vale fan. FOUNDATION LEAD COACHES: Jake Mountford, CJ Rowley, Stephen Leyland, Lewis Beeston, Zakh Poots, FOUNDATION ASSISTANT COACHES: Carl Holdcroft, Jake Smith, Holly Edwards, Ian Gardiner, Lewis Shaw, Joshua Jones, Aaron Louisa, FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIPS / COACHES: Jay Cooper, Alfie Goodwin, Adam Khan, Miles Brain, Tafari Davies, FOUNDATION DEGREE STUDENTS / COACHES: Aiden Nixon, Owen Bates, Conrad Wilcox, Harry Deaville, Josh Halket, Ethan Walker, PVFC GIRLS AND WOMENs COACHES: Holly Edwards, Amelia Whitehouse, Rob Goodwin, Steve Hansbury, Bev Clarke, Ethan Armstrong, Zakh Poots, Ethan Walker, Jake Mountford, Wayne Cowley, Scott Gidman, Stacey Boreham, Daniel Johnson, Dean Wilson Cunningham, Jack Day. The first player to be capped at international level while playing for Vale was Teddy Peers, when he made his debut for Wales. [24], "I will never allow the experience of another Exeter in my ownership of the football club. The clubs new owners met with Dave Walker, creative director of Burslem-based Blink Creative, to discuss the launch this week. We are not going to. The clubs co-owner and Chair was recognised alongside others nationwide who made a significant contribution to the UKs Covid-19 response in a ceremony which had to be postponed from 2020 due to the pandemic. [96] The first Vale player to score in an international match was Sammy Morgan, who scored for Northern Ireland against Spain on 16 February 1972. OWNERS: Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. It was doom and gloom last season and the ground needed a lot of TLC, which is going on now. [70] However the 50,000 project opened at a capacity of 40,000 (360 seated); still highly ambitious. Port Vale are a professional football club located in Stoke-on-Trent, England. [79] Supporters also produced three unofficial fanzines. [105] The women's section also runs girls teams at under-9, under-11, under-12, under-13, under-14 and under-16 level. 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However, owner Carol Shanahan has now confirmed the club are hoping the move will instead happen in time for the start of the 2023/24 campaign. And they have now set their sights on changing the fortunes of a club that has been involved in relegation battles to stay in the Football League in each of the last two seasons, having been relegated from League One three years ago. [41] In December 2002, Bill Bell called in the administrators, with the club around 1.5million in debt. [97], The club's highest attendance at Vale Park is 49,768 against Aston Villa in the FA Cup on 20 February 1960, whilst the lowest is 554 against Middlesbrough U21 in the EFL Trophy on 16 October 2018. [94] Kirkham's tally of 41 goals in the 192627 season is also a club record. Where families didnt have WiFi, Carol ensured they were supplied with dongles. 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[62] For the next four years the club switched to a design of a knight on a horse with the text "Port Vale" at the top. Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. We viewed it as the loved one was being held hostage and we had to pay the ransom to free them, said Shanahan of her 4million buy-out of the struggling League Two club. 2 bd 1 ba 1k sqft. We are going to get better every single year. If everything is right I don't see there being a problem, but once again Norman is talking about things instead of doing things. The Shanahans are owners of Synectics Solutions, the Burslem-based IT company that is next door to Vale Park on Hamil Road and employs 350 people in the town. [35] Upon appointing Portuguese manager Bruno Ribeiro, the club's first manager from outside Britain, Smurthwaite stated that: "It has been a long, extensive process but I'm absolutely certain we have the right man for the job. Crystal Palace 0-3 port vale First leg Harry Kane cup Remember - Acoustic / Sped Up (with David Guetta) - Becky Hill & Speed Radio & xxtristanxo. The club issued 250 tickets for the event, which is on Tuesday. "So, you build it. [13] Smurthwaite continued to effect changes at the club, controversially axing the system of door-to-door lottery collectors and banishing the Port Vale Community Trust out of Vale Park. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [58] He went on to name John Askey as the club's new manager on 4 February. Midlands businessman Smurthwaite, who took Vale out of administration in 2012, first put the club up for sale in 2016. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Sheffield Wednesday have sold their 3,700. In fact, they reckon they are seeing people who have not bought a season ticket in years. The deal isn't signed as negotiations are still taking place, but he would like to stay. [47] Smurthwaite appointed Neil Aspin as the club's new manager on 4 October, and also brought in John Rudge in an advisory role. The Shanahans also hinted that one of their first jobs will be to secure manager John Askey's future on a more permanent basis. Something went wrong, please try again later. was formed in 1876, following a meeting at Port Vale House, from where the club was supposed to have taken its name. [26] There was controversy however following the club's defeat to mid-table League Two side Exeter City in the Second Round on 6 December 2015, after which Smurthwaite stated he felt "humiliated, ashamed and embarrassed" and said that plans to sign a striker in the January transfer window would be scrapped. Spotlight on John Askey's Port Vale continues Mirror Sport series on life away from Premier League. I have never expressed a desire to leave. We kick-off our 2023 home fixture programme with the visit of Peterborough United on Monday night (8pm kick-off). 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