'Stoke Appoint New Manager

06 May 2008

I would like to report that after a thorough and extensive process of interviews we have unanimously selected Frank Gray as our 1st Team Manager at Basingstoke Town Football Club. I would like to report that Frank has accepted the role. Frank will be joinning us immediatley and and will be at training and at next week final of the Hampshire Senior Cup. Frank brings to our club a wealth of experience in management at our level as well as the conference. Frank has played football at the highest level at Leeds United, Nottingham Forest, Darlington and Sunderland. He played under the management of Don Revie, Brian clough, Jock Stein, and Lawrie McMenemy. He has managed Grays, Farnbourgh and Woking. I would like on behalf of the Board of Directos and the supporters to wish Frank all the success at Basingstoke, and would like you all to give Frank your support. This hopefully will be the start of future success for Basngstoke Football Club

SC Hants Cup Final Travel

27 Apr 2008

Basingstoke take on Farnborough in the Hampshire Cup Final at Deane Court, Bournemouth, on May 10th in what promises to be a challenging contest. Basingstoke will be looking to put one over on their Hampshire rivals after a 1-0 defeat in the Hampshire Cup Final of 2005/6. Basingstoke started their Hants Cup campaign, back in November, with a visit to the Isle of Wight to take on Brading Town, in which 'Stoke came out on top of a 2-1 result. Basingstoke then faced Winchester City at the Camrose and bagged a 5-0 victory. It was then that Basingstoke faced last years winners Aldershot and it took extra time for Basingstoke to come out 2-1 winners. Basingstoke's semi final opponents were last years runners up Fleet Town. Goals from James Taylor, Michael Charles and Ty Smith gave Basingstoke a 3-0 result and a chance for the 'Stoke to end the season with a trophy. . The Supporters Club will be running travel for anyone wishing to go. Date: Saturday 10th May 2008 Location: The Fitness First Stadium (Dean Court), Kings Park, Bournemouth Kick-off: 3.00PM Cost: £8.00 return for Supporters Club members £10.00 return for Non members If you are interested in traveling with the SC, register your interest or view further details by visiting The Supporters Club Forum Alternatively, contact Steve Burnett on 07739 966486. We all hope to see you there!

Town Earn Draw at Stortford	07 Apr 2008
Basingstoke who welcomed back first team regulars Ben Surey and Steve Laidler earned a point with a 0-0 draw at Woodside Park, Mat Neems who earned his first start for 'Stoke went closest hitting the bar from 8 yards out. 'Stoke face top of the league Lewes at home on Saturday when they visit The Camrose.

Good 2nd Half Display Earns Town Point

30 Mar 2008

Town grabbed a point in a good battling second half performance where there were chances for either side to win. 'Stoke went 1-0 down just before half time through Ledgister ( 43), but Michael Charles (66) earned town a point with a good header. Both teams pushed for the win but in poor conditions on the pitch neither team could find the winner. A good point for 'Stoke after last weeks performance against Bath. Town are away to Bishop's Stortford next Saturday who are sitting in 5th place and looking good for a play off space.

New Supporters Club Committee Appointed

26 Mar 2008

Following tonights EGM the comittee were elected as follows: Chairman: John Turner Vice Chairman: Dave Partridge Treasurer: Nigel Mattock Secretary: Michaela Knight Commitee; Brian Parsons, Pat McCarthy, Jack Miller, Sam Miller, Mike Small, Steve Burnett, Alan Fitzy, Pete Sugden. The Committe have arranged their first meeting date and are looking forward to working together on behalf of the supporters of BTFC.

Easter Horror Show

26 Mar 2008

First the Dorchester game where we didn't really ever play to our ability and we ended up on the wrong end of a 1-0. Bank Holiday Monday saw Bath City come to the camrose and absolutely tear us apart from the kick off, we just didn’t have any fight in us yes we have some major injuries but to be 3-0 down after 29 minutes on the clock just isn't acceptable. Hayes & Yeading up next and things must improve if we are to maintain our midtable position.

'Stoke Let Two Goal Slip

16 Mar 2008

Town let a 2-0 lead at half time slip against ten men to draw 2-2. Town went 2-0 up thanks to a James Taylor (13) tap in & a screamer from Ben Wells (22). Braintree hit back in the second half with a brace from Quinton (75,82). This was Steve 'Rico' Richardson's 1st league game in charge and we seemed to have the game under control but an injury to Hamilton meant he had to bring Ben Townsend on at right back and switch Ty Smith to central midfield, the game changed from here as Braintree took control. Although we let a 2-0 lead slip it was a very good first half performance and the performance of Tom Bird was very encouraging.

Vines Steps Down	09 Mar 2008
Rafi Razzak confirmed the Board Of Directors has asked Francis Vines to step aside as First Team Manager immediately. Steve Richardson has been made First Team Manager until a permanent successor is found.

Town Sinking Fast

08 Mar 2008

Francis Vines took charge of his first game since he resigned, but will still remain in his position of First Team Manager until the end of the season. Town’s lineup was poor with Tom Bird making his debut at left back, Ben Townsend at right back and David Cates playing out of position at right wing. With a manager who has resigned how could of the outcome been anything but a St Albans win, how can he motivate his players when he doesn't seem to have anything to play for. St Albans had control of the match from the first minute to the last and we were lucky to escape with just a 4-1 defeat. St Albans went in at half time 1-0 up thanks to a Paul Bruce penalty, but after the break they really took control and were 4-1 up after 15 minutes of the second half with goals from Paul Hakim (46), Wasiu Akanni Sunday (55), and Paul Bruce grabbed his brace on 60 minutes. Taylor grabbed what proved to be just a consolation for Town with a header on 58. Will Vines still be in charge for the game on Tuesday against Fleet?

Francis Vines Resigns

04 Mar 2008

Another fallout following the release of Tardif, Watkins & Whisken. Francis Vines has tendered his resignation to the Board which has been accepted, Francis will be leaving his post as First Team Manager at the end of this season. With all the rumours flying about at the moment only time will tell if Vines ends up at Farnborough FC with Steve Duly. Steve Murfitt has also resigned from his role as Football Liason Manager.

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