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Cormac Daly could be playing with Hearts next season if speculation in the Daily Record is correct.
19 year old Daly who had a loan spell with Hereford last season was recently released by Nottingham Forest and so is a free agent.
Daly was with Hamilton before joining Forest.
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| Hereford Manager Aaron Downes Along With His Right Hand Man Harry Pell. |
Hereford FC's pre-season starts on Saturday and manager Aaron Downes is really looking forward to it.
"We start on the 27th so we'll hit the ground running and full on," said Downes.
"We're fully planned and prepared, we know what we are going to be doing.
"The schedule is clear so everybody what is expected.
"A lot of hard work, a lot of tactical work as well.
"I'm really excited to get them all in, get working with them.
"There are still a few more signings that need to come but I feel we have the platform and the basis of a very good squad.
"There are a couple of extras that need to be added but I think we have a solid start.
"So going into pre-season I'm very happy where we are."
Quotes from https://herefordfc.co.uk/.../interview-downes-talks-new.../
Buxton have signed defender Luke Daley. Formerly with Huddersfield he has had loan spells at York City, Radcliffe and Gateshead.
Striker Richie Bennett has joined Spennymoor.The 35 year old played for Scarborough last season.
Ammar Dyer has moved to Macclesfield from AFC Telford. The 22 year old is a left back but can play further forward.
Tom Moore has left Southport and linked up with Accrington. The defender heard about the move on his way home from Greece.
Nic Coward is the new Chair of the National League. He replaces Jack Pearce MBE, who is stepping down from his position after five years. Coward was formerly General Secretary of the Premier League.
This from Hereford FC:
Hereford FC can confirm that its successful membership scheme will again be running for 2026/27, with the money brought in going towards the playing budget.
The club is particularly delighted to announce that this year there is an extra special feature included with the membership, courtesy of stadium sponsor MandM.
MandM have generously agreed to offer all season ticket holders and membership card holders 12 months of their Unlimited Delivery membership for free (usually £9.99).
MandM’s Unlimited Delivery ensures free delivery on any purchases made via the MandM website or app for a whole 12 months. If you’re already paying for free delivery with MandM, they will add another 12 months to your current time period!
To claim the Unlimited Delivery offer from MandM, fans need to do the following:
The scheme should be particularly attractive to non-season ticket holders and exiled fans who are keen to show their support for the club, even though they can’t attend every home game
The membership scheme is open to all Bulls supporters and should be particularly attractive to non-season ticket holders and exiled fans who are keen to show their support for the club, even though they are unable to attend every home game.
Many of the benefits of being a membership card holder mirror those enjoyed by season ticket holders, and over the course of a full season significant savings can be made for the £30 one-off annual membership price. The benefits in full are as follows:
It’s an additional way to support the club and has a real benefit in terms of saving money on a matchday or when buying items in the club shop
“The membership scheme has been really successful and we’d love to see it grow even bigger this year,” said Hereford FC Chairman Chris Ammonds.
“It’s an additional way for fans to support the club and it also has a real benefit in terms of saving money through drinks or food in the club bars on a matchday, or when buying items in the club shop.
“We also have a number of great function rooms at Edgar Street that are available for private hire, and the discount on offer when booking one of these is significant.
“With the addition of the new offer thanks to our stadium sponsors, MandM, we believe there are some great benefits for all supporters, so please do sign up if you can.”
Join the Bulls’ membership scheme by clicking here. Don’t forget, the money raised through memberships will directly help the club’s playing budget.
This from the National League:
Mark Hammond (Hornchurch) and Stuart Robins (Yeovil Town) have each been elected for three-year terms, while Mike Coulson (Gateshead) returns to the Board, also for three years. They join Tim Murphy (Solihull Moors) and Joanie Roberts (Hereford), who have both been re-elected for further three-year terms.
Board members serve a standard three-year term, though their places are confirmed on a seasonal basis: because promotion and relegation move clubs between divisions each year, a member's term can sometimes be cut short.
The National League Board is elected to serve its member clubs and, above all, the supporters who are at the heart of the game. Club representation on the Board is drawn from across the competition, with two members connected to the National League North, two to the National League South and six to the National League – a structure designed to ensure fair representation and diversity of voice across all three divisions.
The full list of club representatives on the National League Board for the season ahead is as follows:
National League
Tim Murphy (Solihull Moors)
Tom Lawrence (Southend United)
Mike Coulson (Gateshead)
Martin Copus (Sutton United)
Mark Hammond (Hornchurch)
Stuart Robins (Yeovil Town)
National League North
David Johnston (Darlington)
Joanie Roberts (Hereford)
National League South
Simon Gardener (Farnborough)
Ben Hudson (Hampton & Richmond Borough)
King’s Lynn have signed Josh McCammon following his departure from Spalding United.
Oxford City FC have revealed that Paul Robinson will continue in his post as First Team Assistant Manager.
Hednesford Town have signed 28 year old striker Aaron Jarvis after two seasons with Yeovil. “They’ve got a brilliant owner who’s looking to take this club to the next level and I hopefully I can be part of that," he said. Jarvis is the third player from a higher level joining the recently promoted National North club. He follows Sonny Sharples from Bolton Wanderers and goalkeeper Sam Hornby from Walsall.
A second signing for Hednesford today, 30 year old defender Niall Maher is joining after leaving Eastleigh.
A busy day at Spennymoor. Olly Dyson is leaving after turning down a new contract. Midfielder Jack Jenkins is joining after being released by Halifax.
Former Wrexham striker Billy Waters has joined Chester on a two year deal. Manager Phil Parkinson said 'Billy joins us with a wealth of experience having played for clubs including Oldham Athletic, Cheltenham Town and Crewe Alexandra, alongside a number of other successful spells elsewhere in the game. Wherever Billy has been, he’s found a way to make a real impact.'
Locally based and family-run Eleven-Golf.com has been confirmed as Hereford FC’s official golf partner.
Hereford born keeper Josh Griffiths is reportedly joining Stoke City from West Bromwich. Griffiths has been with the Baggies for almost fifteen years.
Marine's director of football is leaving the club after seven years in charge. Neil Young said that after careful consideration he had decided to step down from the role. 'As a team, we have regularly punched above our weight and overcome the odds, which has lead us to win so many big matches, and achieve so much success.'
Three Brackley players, right-back Tyler Lyttle and midfield pair Morgan Roberts and Scott Pollock have turned down new contracts with the club. 'We offered them deals but they decided that they wanted to play at the highest level they could, so credit to them,' said chairman Matt Wise.'It’s a short career being a footballer and they’ve got to do what they feel is right for them.'
Hereford held a fans forum on Friday evening. Reportedly manager Aaron Downes said he hoped to have three players coming in on loan and two others on trial. But he could not confirm the names of the loan players until later next month. A recording of the forum may be available on line but it's not yet known when that might be.
Steve Bull is set to be a speaker at Edgar Street according to Ace Events. The date and ticket details are 'coming soon'.
Jonathan Gould is joining Robbie Savage’s 1st Team coaching staff at Forest Green Rovers as set-piece and goal-keeping coach. Gould played for Hereford United 15 times whilst on loan from Preston at the start of the 2004/05 season. Recently he has been coaching in New Zealand.
Barrow have signed 29 year old defender Kennedy Digie from Tamworth. Digie joined Hereford from Guiesley in October 2020. He left at the end of that season and joined Altrincham. Barrow will be his 13th club. Manager Adam Murray said 'He's established at this level. When you look at his defending data, he's one of the highest at this level. He's a Captain and a massive personality.'
Tamworth is now owned by an American company, Dawn Group International whose chairman is Abdullah Ashraf. Only 24 years old he says he will be very hands on and will be flying over frequently to watch his new team. “I guarantee that I will do everything in my power to push Tamworth Football Club to new heights.”
Former Hereford defender Mitch Hancox has joined Morpeth following a loan spell at the club last season. Now 32 he was with Spennymoor last season but failed to play regularly for the National North club.
Brighton and Hove Albion have said George Munday had an excellent loan spell at Hereford.
The Premier League outfit, who aren't a popular club amongst Bulls fans given the nightmare end to the season in 1997, said they were pleased to confirm the signing of George Munday from Cambridge United on a two-year contract, for undisclosed terms.
The 19-year-old will join the men’s under-21s squad, who head into the new campaign as Premier League 2 champions.
Men’s under-21s head coach Shannon Ruth said: “George had an excellent second half of the season with Hereford, having previously made his professional debut for Cambridge United.
“We’re looking forward to bringing him into our environment and seeing his game continue to develop.”
The striker joined the U’s aged nine, progressing through their academy before making his first team debut in 2024.
After loans with St Ives Town and Bedford Town, he found his goalscoring touch with National League North Hereford last season, netting nine goals in 22 appearances.
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of former Hereford FC loanee George Munday from Cambridge United for an undisclosed fee.
The 19-year-old striker joined Cambridge’s academy at the age of nine and progressed through the ranks before signing his first professional contract last summer.
Munday spent part of last season on loan at Hereford, where he impressed in National League North and helped raise his profile ahead of a move to the Premier League club.
Cambridge United director of football Mark Bonner said Munday’s development and successful loan spell with the Bulls had attracted significant interest, with Brighton meeting the club’s valuation.
Bonner added that the transfer underlined the club’s commitment to developing and trading young talent as part of its long-term sustainability model.
Munday now takes the next step in his career with Brighton, while Cambridge have wished the teenager every success for the future.
Radcliffe have signed experienced centre-back Michael Nottingham on a one-year deal at the Neuven Stadium. The 37-year-old arrives with extensive Football League experience, including spells with Blackpool, Crewe Alexandra and Accrington Stanley, alongside a career featuring four promotions.
Nottingham, also capable at right-back, joins from Brackley Town, where he was a standout performer despite the club’s relegation, winning Supporters’ Player of the Season.
Darlington have signed winger Max Howells on a one-year deal, subject to FA and National League approval. The 21-year-old returns after an impressive loan spell last season, where he made 26 appearances and scored five goals, including a standout volley against FC United of Manchester in the FA Trophy. He also scored on his debut against Southport.
A former Middlesbrough academy graduate, Howells gained senior experience with Whitby Town and Stockton Town before his move to the Quakers. Assistant manager Terry Mitchell praised his pace and energy, saying securing him permanently was a key summer priority.
Spennymoor Town have signed striker Aiden Marsh on a permanent deal, subject to FA and National League approval. The 23-year-old joins from Harrogate Town when his contract expires in July, having come through Barnsley’s academy and made nearly 50 senior appearances for the Championship side, scoring on his debut.
Marsh has also gained experience on loan at Scunthorpe United, York City and Raith Rovers, with a recent spell at Truro City before his move to Harrogate in January. Moors boss Tommy Miller said the forward is “sharp, clever and hungry” and believes the club can help relaunch his career.
Brackley Town have confirmed that right-back Tyler Lyttle and attacking midfielder Morgan Roberts will leave the club following their relegation back to the National League North.
Roberts, who joined in 2023, made 153 appearances and scored 25 goals during a spell that included promotion success and play-off disappointment. Lyttle also arrived that summer and went on to enjoy a strong stint at St James Park, featuring in FA Cup runs and the club’s title-winning campaign.
