MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW FOOTBALL CLUB 1870 MARLOW F A VERY WARM WELCOME TO YOU ALL And particularly to the officials, players and supporters of Cinderford Town who are here this afternoon for this first Emirates FA Cup match of the 2019-2020 season. Cinderford currently play in The BetVictor Southern League division one south and so far have played 2 games over the past week – winning 3-1 at home to Cirencester Town last Saturday and then losing by the same scoreline away to Paulton Rovers on Tuesday. Should a replay become necessary it will take place at Cinderford on Tuesday 3rd September so as not to disturb the full fixture list for this coming Bank Holiday Monday in both our leagues. Last season was again one of our most successful in recent times and ended with that 1-2 defeat away Cheshunt who went on to win the play- off final at Bracknell Town and so ended in disappointing fashion (and the injury to Isaac Osei-Tutu which he is still suffering with). In the break Barts has been busy as usual and although we have lost a couple of players he has managed to recruit what look to be very adequate replacements and we welcome all those new faces to Oak Tree Road and look forward to them enjoying a successful time with us. Many thanks for coming this afternoon, and hopefully throughout the season ahead, which we now look forward to. We are back in league action on Monday here against neighbours Chalfont St. Peter so please try to get along. Now for my usual closing plea to get behind the lads and support at all times – it really does make a difference and will do particularly over the coming months. Terry Staines, Chairman We hope that you enjoy our digital programme. For the best experience please view the programme in your preferred eBook / eReader app. We recommend Books for Apple users and Google Play Books for Android users. THE NON-LEAGUE PAPER COLUMN Happy Birthday to the National League! The NLP office was in absolute overdrive last week as we celebrated 40 years of the National League. It was while producing our special eight-page pull-out that it truly dawned upon us just how many extraordinary tales and history this division has created; so much so that we ended up writing far too much and spent most of Friday evening frantically trying to cut down word counts and squeeze in as many stories as we possible could! There were interviews with the likes of Martin O’Neil and Neil Warnock, who both learned their trade in Non-League’s highest tier, however for me, I particularly enjoyed speaking to Peter Hunter, who was secretary of the division when the one up, one down agreement was made with the Football League. It was during this conversation that I realised just how important the agreement made in 1987 was for both advancing the quality of the division and streamlining the entire Non-League pyramid. Before then clubs had to apply for a place in the Football League, with just one position up for grabs. At the time it seems as though this application process was a largely futile event for Non-League clubs to be a part of, with the bottom placed Football League club more often than not coming out on top in the lottery. In many respects there was essentially a permanent divide between the Football League and Non-League – with the fairy tale dream of a team rising through from obscurity to break into the upper echelons of the English system seeming virtually impossible. THE NON-LEAGUE PAPER COLUMN It is amazing to see just what an impact the promotion and relegation agreement has had on Non-League football. Teams can now dare to dream of making a run through the divisions, while the guarantee of Football League clubs making the plunge into Non-League each year has increased both the quality and the fan base within the National League. Nowadays, especially with the introduction of two up, two down, the division is in extraordinary health and with attendance records being broken and the likes of Tranmere Rovers using promotion from the National League as a springboard for further success, the future of the league is looking bright! New documentary proves fascinating watching I would recommend all Non-League fans watch “The Gaffer” on BT Sport this Saturday (24th August) evening. The documentary follows coaches such as Harrogate’s Simon Weaver, Bromley boss Neil Smith, lower league legend John Still and his protégé Hakan Hayrettin at Maidstone, as well as Ben Strevens and Hartlepool boss Craig Hignett. It contains some really fascinating moments that demonstrate just what an important role these clubs play within their local community and how the work for a manager most certainly never, ever stops! MARLOW FC - SQUAD PEN PICS 2018/2019 MARK BARTLEY – MANAGER Manager who as a player was at Hayes, Slough Town, Burnham and Thame United before taking over at Reading Town in the latter part of season 2011/2012 and guiding them to safety. Then went on to win the Hellenic Premier Division with Marlow in his first season here. Now into his eighth season. PHIL BROWN – ASSISTANT MANAGER Goalkeeping coach (who makes an occasional appearance) who is in his fourth season here. Previously a professional with Reading FC ASHLEIGH ARTWELL A recent signing from Bracknell Town. Midfielder who has also played for Wealdstone, Basingstoke Town and Hayes & Yeading. JUNAID BELL Debut 08/11/16 Youngster who was at the John Madejski Academy and who has impressed at full-back or in midfield since signing. ALLEN BOSSMAN Debut 12/12/15 Pacey wide player who chips in with the odd goal. Now into his fourth year with Marlow. KELVIN BOSSMAN Debut 25/03/17 Deadline day signing from Dunstable Town two seasons ago who was previously with Chesham United and Dunstable Town. JORDAN BROWN Debut 08/08/15 Forward/midfielder who tends to play in the wider positions and who signed after a successful spell with Highmoor-Ibis of the Hellenic League. Member of the FA Vase winning side at Thatcham Town who finished last season at Bracknell Town. MARLOW FC - SQUAD PEN PICS 2018/2019 TRISTAN CAMPBELL Debut 11/08/17 Left-sided midfielder who has arrived via Beaconsfield, Highmoor- Ibis and Binfield to sign on last season CURTIS CHAPPLE Debut 29/08/16 A quick and hard-tackling defender/wide player who was previously with Uxbridge before signing three seasons back. CALAM GALLIMORE Debut 05/12/13 Signed from Highmoor-Ibis of the Hellenic League. A central defender by trade who also fills-in at full back and who established himself as a regular. Has a useful long throw. SIMON GRANT Debut 17/08/13 Goalkeeper who transferred into the club from Ashford Town (Mx) prior to the start of the season 2013-14. Has also played for AFC Hayes, Slough Town and Hayes & Yeading. Voted “player of the year” for the last two seasons. ELLIOT LEGG A Recent signing. All-action defender who was a member of the successful Bracknell Town side of the last couple of seasons. KWAI MARSH-BROWN Another of the footballing brothers. Came through the youth set- up at Arsenal before appearing for Sutton United, and has appeared for Guyana at under-20 level. ISAAC OLORUNFEMI Debut 22/12/18 Young defender who broke into the first-team squad midway through last season. Previously with Maidenhead United, Egham Town and Northwood. ISAAC OSEI-TUTU Debut 09/08/16 Quick player with an athletics background who was with Hungerford Town before joining. Has also been with Hayes & Yeading, Aldershot and Maidenhead United. MARLOW FC - SQUAD PEN PICS 2018/2019 CHRIS OVENDEN Debut 10/11/12 Right-sided defender or midfielder who was with Henley Town before joining and who has also played for Hartley Wintney. Consistent player who has scored some important goals. Season 2014-15 Manager’s Player-Of-The-Year and 2015-16 Supporters Player of the Season. CHRIS RACKLEY Goalkeeper who was with Basingstoke Town last season but previously was an FA Vase winner with Thatcham Town. ADAM RICHARDS Debut 17/08/13 Central defender who impressive displays earned him a move to Harrow Borough where injury restricted his appearances. Made a few appearances on loan at Egham Town earlier last season before returning to Oak Tree Road. LOUIS ROGERS Debut 18/09/18 Composed midfield or defensive player who signed following his release from Watford FC. DEVONTAE ROMEO Debut 17/08/13 Very tricky on the ball and has an eye for goal. Son of ex-Marlow player Shane Small-King. Previously with Highmoor-Ibis and missed most of last season through injury. ALEX SALMON Debut 07/08/12 Tall and very quick defender who can play anywhere across the back four. Joined from Reading Town to become very important in Hellenic League title win before injury ruined the following 18 months for him.