Bowen donates towards drainage work

Jarrod Bowen when he was at Hereford United

Jarrod Bowen is to contribute towards the end-of-season drainage work at Edgar Street.

Hereford have had all sorts of problems with the pitch this season, forcing them to play three home games away from Edgar Street.

As soon as this campaign finishes, let maintenance work will take place. And West Ham striker Bowen - who started his career at Hereford - will be making a contribution. Below is what he has said.

"I’m delighted to announce that after lengthy and numerous discussions with club officials at Hereford FC (United), along with the founding shareholders of the club I will be contributing towards much needed maintenance on the hallowed turf at Edgar Street. The planned works are set to begin in the off season and will be completed in time for the 2026/27 season.

“The substantial period of poor weather this winter and the poor drainage issues with the pitch which has resulted in numerous postponements has caused the groundsman (my Uncle Ben) this season a serious challenge.

“Not only is it important for Hereford FC to be playing consistent home games on a well maintained surface at Edgar Street but for me it’s also vitally important for the youth of Herefordshire to play their traditional finals on the pitch.

“I’ve been lucky enough to have played on the pitch as a junior in these finals and as a senior player at the very start of my professional career, but it was those moments as a child that still hold fondest memories for me and the family.

“I feel it’s a fantastic opportunity for myself to give something back to not only the club but the community that gave me an opportunity within football.

“Aye oh Hereford, Hereford aye oh!

“Jarrod Bowen”