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. Man Utd takeover bids expected next week - but Glazer family still won't be happy, Journalist who Jurgen Klopp snapped at clarifies why Liverpool boss was unhappy, Gabby Agbonlahor wants Casemiro 'arrested' and disciplined by Man Utd for red card, Sarbjot Johal has beaten Tyson Fury to buy Morecambe. In November 2005, Jim Harvey suffered a heart attack during a league game at Christie Park against Cambridge United. "I agreed to stay on while the acquisition has taken place," said Bolsover. Read about our approach to external linking. [3], On 17 July 2007, Morecambe announced plans to move to a new stadium in time for the start of the 200910 season. "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. 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. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. [7] McIlroy, who took over as manager from Jim Harvey, had left the club alongside assistant Mark Lillis. Sarbjot, through his company Sarb Capital, has recently purchased equity in the Club, injecting more than useful income into us. Since elevation to the Conference in season 199596, the Shrimps achieved status as one of the leading teams in the league. Then after the retail crash in 2008 I was made redundant, became a consultant and ended up getting a job for the UKs largest pawnbroker which is where I met Peter Kelly (Warriors operations director). Two years later he developed Vitanic Grape Cocktail 0.0% Alc. HP10 9TY. Jim Bentley's second season began with a 30 win over Exeter City. 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. Bond Group Investments Ltd will continue their support of the Board and the Club as the majority shareholder . 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.. . 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. WORCESTER Warriors co-owners revealed they expressed their interest in purchasing the Gallagher Premiership club prior to taking over Morecambe. Alternatively, please email ifollow@efl.com - note that live chat is recommended for the quickest response on a matchday. We came into Warriors which was in September 28, 2018, and the rest is history.. Starting in the early 1990s, Morecambe have been engaged in a bitter rivalry with Lancashire neighbours Accrington Stanley. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. The EFLs owner vetting process is absolutely non existent. 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. Me and Jason dont have that history. 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. I started off in litigation law and moved on to doing supercar contracts and working in Monaco and Switzerland. Birmingham-based Johal is the founder of non-alcoholic drinks brand Vitanic and also chairman of private equity firm Sarb Capital. It took ten years for the club to reach its ambition of promotion to the Football Conference after many further improvements, not only to the ground but also to the club's structure. On 31 May 2021, Morecambe beat Newport County 10 in the 2021 League Two play-off Final at Wembley Stadium after Carlos Mendes Gomes converted a penalty in the 107th minute, earning the Shrimps promotion to League One, the third tier of English football, for the first time in their history. A hospital cafe in Morecambe which was due to permanently close has been given a reprieve and will now be reopening. Morecambe previous match. He is the founder of Vitanic Holdings Limited, a non-alcoholic beverage company based in Birmingham. 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. With only two turnstiles for the travelling fans to enter via there is a big crowd waiting to get through. Friends of missing man Daniel Hives said "we need our boy home" as they gathered in Lancaster to help with the search for him. They were then appointed onto Warriors board in October before being confirmed as co-owners when Jed McCrory departed in June. 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. A public consultation has been launched on plans to build a link road between South Lancaster and the M6. World heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury has dealt a knockout blow on shocked litter louts in Morecambe. I had quite a fun, diverse career in law that I would say was successful and I did well for my age. A public consultation has been launched on plans to build a link road between South Lancaster and the M6. [17], In June 2021, the club announced that former Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson would take over as manager for the club's first season in League One. 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", Related Story:Morecambe FC co-owners' rugby club woes will have "no impact" on Shrimps - Beyond Radio. The ground at Morecambe FC is one of the more basic ground in league 1 this season. Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. However, inconsistent performances once again resulted in them slipping into mid-table. 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. Tyson Fury's dreams of owning a Football League club look to have been shattered after Morecambe FC announced their new owner. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can A 20-year-old businessman has beaten Tyson Fury to buy Morecambe and will become England's youngest football club owner. Although success on the field was hard to come by, with the club languishing near the bottom of the table, at the end of the first season the club moved grounds to Roseberry Park. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Friday, September 2nd, 2022 2:22pm Morecambe Football Club has announced that its owners are preparing the club for sale. 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. To do this click on the cookie settings button below. 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 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 club's future in the EFL uncertain. Picture: GEOFF BERKELEY. 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. They literally don't care about their members and will happily . Morecambe fell to a 1-0 defeat against Fleetwood Town in a closely contested Lancashire derby at Highbury on Saturday afternoon. Bond Group Investments Ltd 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. 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. You can also find out if there are options to watch Morecambe FC online for free. They stole from those that trusted them the most. Please report any comments that break our rules. The businessmen completed a takeover of Morecambe in May last year after paying off their debts. 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. The decision on whether Johal will be approved as the new owner of Morecambe FC will be announced in due course, but for Tyson Fury, his sporting focus remains on his illustrious boxing career. Bond Group will continue to own and support the board as the majority shareholder until the club is sold. "I now feel that the club is in a good place and I shall let the new team get on with it. It sounds more glamorous than it was as I was away from my wife and I wanted to be back home. Comments have been closed on this article. They finished their first season in League Two in 11th place with 60 points. "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. Theres an appeal for volunteers to help repair a popular Lancaster green space after it was vandalised. 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. Let us know in the comments section below. [citation needed], In the absence of Harvey, Morecambe reached the Conference play-offs. But the latest update indicates that drinks tycoon Johal is likely to emerge as the new owner. Morecambe Football Club has announced that its owners are preparing the club for sale. 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. 6 February 2023. He is currently awaiting the result of checks by the English Football League (EFL) before he looks to complete his takeover of the Shrimps. 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. Premiership Rugby agreed a 200m investment. Morecambe play in the Sky Bet League One, the fourth division of mens professional football in England and the lowest football league division. Free heritage skills training courses will be held in Lancaster this month as part of the Lancaster High Streets Heritage Action Zone. Police are appealing for witnesses after a hate crime in Lancaster city centre. Our attentions have been elsewhere, and the Board have more than proven their ability and dedication to the Club. Morecambe insist the two clubs have no connections, beyond the owners. Caretaker manager for his first six months. "Sarbjot is keen to maintain a close relationship with supporters if his application is successful, and build on our community foundations. Morecambe FC fans meet with potential new owner to "raise concerns". Last updated on 21 December 201821 December 2018.From the section Rugby Union. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Sarbjot Johal. 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. World heavyweight boxing champion, Tyson Fury, who lives in the town, said he had been offered the chance to buy the club in October. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. Visit ESPN to view the latest Morecambe news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more Morecambe played their first game in the Football League against Barnet at Christie Park in August 2007, in which they played out a 00 draw to secure their first ever Football League point. its owners, Bond Group Investments, had put the club up for sale in September 2022, with directors Jason Whittingham and Colin Goldring . Morecambe Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Dale Pryde-MacDonald as our new Head of Media & Communications. I went to the University of Manchester, studied business, maths and physics. 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 highest earning player in the squad is Liam Shaw earning 4,000 per week. 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