It is estimated that between 1,000 and 2,000 people attended the match; Stockport County Official Match Programmes, Stockport County Supporters' Co-operative, Associate Members' Cup/Football League Trophy, "The teenage terrace heroes who set up a football club: Details of Stockport County founders revealed for the first time", "First team 1903-04 Football League: Division Two", "In view of the election of Stockport County to the, second division of the League", "First team 1912-13 Football League: Division Two", "Stockport County F.C. In the early 1930s, Stockport County played in a black and white home kit, and were briefly nicknamed the 'Lilywhites'. Paddy Madden scored a brace as National League leaders Stockport eased past Notts County to claim a fifth straight league win. [181][182] Between the 200607 and 200910 seasons, the squad number 12 was allocated to the 'Blue & White Army', in reference to the fans being the team's 12thman. Tuesday 21 February 2023 23:02, UK. WebStockport U18-Sam Hare: Stockport U18-John Disney: Stockport U18-Tom Fisher: Stockport U18-Craig Roberts: Stockport U18-Paul Gerrard: Without Club-Michael Rose: Norwich: End of loan: Lee Reiss: Stockport U18-0 To take your squad and put them up in a hotel overnight for an away game down in the south is 3,000 and you have to do that 12 or 15 times a year, says Stott. The attendances for these matches were: 5,783 vs. There are also plans for it to become one of the boroughs biggest education providers. To keep up to date with all that is happening in Stockport - and to join in the discussion - follow the page here. It was important for us to find a new owner who had a passion and long-term vision for the club, he says. For all the latest stories, views, polls and more - and the news as it breaks - follow our BusinessLive North West LinkedIn page here. WebCounty News. [35] Regional league competitions were set up; the FA Cup was also suspended and was replaced with the Football League War Cup. [90][91] The fans called for Gannon to be re-appointed as manager. Stockport County has announced that its owner, Mark Stott, has acquired a majority stakeholding in Pro Football Academy, a nationwide football coaching businesses for young people. Pro Football Academy offers young footballers aged 4 to 16 a range of coaching opportunities from weekly group sessions to one-to-one coaching from FA and It claims to be one of the first that identified the "vast investment potential" of Dubai's property market. Stott raised more than 200,000 to pay for school meals for Stockport schoolchildren over Christmas before Marcus Rashford forced the Government into a U-turn. But that's what Stockport-born property entrepreneur Mark Stott has managed to do, and the CEO of Cheshire firm Vita Group is now considered by many to be his town's most successful businessman ever. men [168][169] It is possible this attendance was a result of County's association with their affiliate team, and Tiger Stars' name change to include 'Stockport' two years before. [157] In May 2012, County renamed the Main Stand "The Danny Bergara Stand" in honour of the club's former manager. A new company, Cheshire Sport, was established,[62] which combined ownership of Stockport County, Sale Sharks and the Edgeley Park stadium. Theyve still bought season tickets, not knowing whether they are going to get in. It makes loads of sense economically for the clubs and the fans. At a time when many lower division clubs are fighting for their very existence, Stott has already spent more than 1million on renovating Edgeley Park, where the club have played since 1902. [85] Despite an upturn in results, County were relegated to the Football Conference for the first time in their history. Stockport came from behind to win the game and earn promotion to League One. In a statement, the now League Two club said the investment has been converted into equity. Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. [37][38], The regional Third Divisions were combined into the national Third and Fourth Divisions after the 195758 campaign. Just login to each game. A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty, The grime artist turned chef takes inspiration from the social media queen's Swedish and Somali roots, Eight Brits fight for survival in this adrenalin-fuelled competition, hosted by Jordan North, "I am excited by the opportunity that lies ahead," Stott, Stockport County: Blossoms on dreams of FA Cup glory and EFL return, After promotion to League One in 2007-08, the club. [48] In the 1992 Associate Members' Cup Final, Bergara became the first South American to lead an English team at Wembley; Stoke City defeated County 10. Stockport County are eighth in the National League, just outside the play-off places. Stockport stabilised on and off the pitch in the following seasons, and won promotion to the fifth tier in 201819. Within six months, they had moved the business to a garage in Wilmslow. [1][2][a] After playing home matches in different parks in the Stockport area for several years, Rovers moved to Green Lane in 1889. [89] He won only three of nineteen matches before resigning, after his position had been undermined by a fans' meeting in November. Statistics only include full-time managers. That support was worth 95,000 to us and its been a massive lifeline.. [106] County once again turned to Gannon, who returned for a third stint. [74][75] In July, administrators agreed to a company voluntary arrangement with the previous shareholders and creditors. [81][82] He was sacked after only six months in charge,[83][84] and Ray Mathias was brought in as interim manager. Pay 7.50 to access game. This list contains the names of all past players/club staff who have been inducted into the Stockport County Hall of Fame. Highlights of the Sky Bet League Two match between Rochdale and Stockport County. "Throughout all of the ups and downs it has faced over the years, the club and its supporters have always shown immense character and resilience. And we'll send out breaking news alerts for any stories we think you can't miss. Mr Stott, who is the founder and CEO of Cheshire-based Vita Group, says: I am excited by the opportunity that lies ahead to support Stockport County FC to fulfill its great potential both on and off the pitch, by creating a more sustainable model for the future of this historic football club that includes deepening its longstanding ties with the local community. In 2000, Mr Stott and his friend and business partner, Giles Beswick, who had worked with him at the bar, focused their attention on the car business - soon paying off the debts. [2] The team played in the Lancashire League and local cup competitions until 1900, when they gained admission to the Football League Second Division. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [170][171], The 200607 season saw the club average the fourth highest average attendance in League Two. Regardless of the result, its about getting the money and making the club more secure during difficult times. After playing home matches for several years in different parks in the area, Heaton Norris Rovers moved to Green Lane in 1889. Pro Football Academy is registered at Grove One Business Centre in Wilmslow. [56] [108][109] In 2017, a local search was carried out to locate descendants of the club's founders. Derby: Breedon Books. Stats correct as of 14 January 2023. Erling Haaland agent speaking to clubs for when striker leaves Man City. [42], In 2004, the club attracted a crowd of more than 20,000 for one of its tour matches in China. The sale has left the club, which currently competes in the Vanarama National League, with zero debt. [164][165] In February 2022, the club agreed a 250-year lease of Edgeley Park from Stockport council. Former chairman Richard Park will now become Non-Executive Chairman and Chris Brammall will join the Board as Non-Executive Director. ", Owner Mark Stott was born and raised in Stockport. The club had reached a point some time ago where survival was its main ambition but that has changed. [188][191] The group transformed the club's Legends Lounge into the Stockport County Museum, which was opened by former player George Haigh on his 102nd birthday. Stockport County owner Mark Stott is hoping his side can cause a Cup shock. 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Born and raised in Stockport, Stott is the Mark has shared a vision for Stockport County FC that preserves the values and identity of this community-based Club, while enabling long-term sustainability and success on and off the pitch. This was dismissed by chairman Peter Snape,[156] before Sale Sharks confirmed that they would be moving to Salford City Reds' new stadium. The National League side take on David Moyes' West Ham in the third-round. The club added that they have no debt outstanding to Mr Stott for his investment. Stott was born and raised in the town and is the founder and chief executive of Cheshire-based Vita Group. The medals hanging from the lion's rampant (which represented Cheshire and Lancashire, owing to Stockport's location astride the River Mersey which forms the historic border between the two counties) were removed. You are setup for the season. After more than a decade of turmoil which saw them tumble down the divisions, County won promotion to the National League last season. Achievements over the past 12 months include raising more than 200,000 for school meals for schoolchildren in December before the Government's u-turn, as well as helping the Stockport NHS trust by supplying them ventilators last year. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Stockport County. With a small amount of cash, the pair set up a small software business which today is the IT department of Select. League Two. [70][71], In April 2009, Stockport County was placed into administration due to a loan to a creditor of around 300,000, and a tax debt of 250,000 to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs. Upon taking over, he said his first priority as new owner was to improve football operations and match day fan experience at Edgeley Park. Lincoln were the final game opponents in each of Stockport's first three title winning seasons. Stockport County owner Mark Stott has cleared the 7.7m debt the club owed him that was used to invest in the then National League side following his takeover in January 2020. [158], Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council purchased the stadium in 2015, to prevent it from being demolished and redeveloped. pp. FEATURED ARTICLE. Chief executive Jonathan Vaughan said: "It has always been Marks plan to make sure the money he put into the club was gifted and did not want to burden the club with long-term loans. [154] Maine Road was demolished in 2004 to make way for a housing estate, and Edgeley Park was then shared with Sale whose parent company, Cheshire Sports, owned the ground. 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Click 'Sign-Up' and register details. Local businessman Mark Stott bought Stockport County in January 2020 and is hoping the non-League club can cause an FA Cup shock against West Ham. Freeman, Peter; Harnwell, Richard (1994). We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Stockport have played at Edgeley Park since 1902. [86][87], After relegation, a Liverpool-based businessman triedand ultimately failedto buy the club. Jonathan Vaughan, CEO at Stockport County Football Club, said the club was 'delighted' to secure the long-term lease of Edgeley Park. We are on a bit of a roll now and we have some momentum, so if we were playing Tranmere, say, or Salford City or Bolton, we would get 9,000-10,000. You can sign up to receive daily morning news bulletins from every region we cover and to weekly email bulletins covering key economic sectors from manufacturing to technology and enterprise. They've spentmore than 1m on renovating Edgeley Park, where they've played since 1902. There are plans for a new club academy so that County can tap into some of the reserves of local talent. [46][47] Following the introduction of automatic promotion and relegation between the Football League and the Football Conference at the start of the 198687 season, Stockport faced the prospect of non-League football, with just six points from 13 games. [5], Stockport left Green Lane in 1902 and moved to Edgeley Park,[2][6] which was also home to rugby league club Stockport RFC. [119] The blue shield is taken from the coat of arms of the de Stokeport family, from whom Stockport derives its name. [54][55] Dave Jones left for Southampton in 1997 and Gary Megson took over as manager. 124228. (Image: https://www.stockportcounty.com/club-statement-2/). With Stockport bottom of the First Division in October 2001, a home defeat against Millwall saw manager Andy Kilner sacked. 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