News Round Up

Brackley have signed Ewan Williams from Leamington for an undisclosed fee. The midfielder made 137 appearances foe the Brakes.

Former Hereford United midfielder Luke Webb has joined Rossall School in Fleetwood as new Head of Football Performance. 'Throughout my career, I have been focused on creating environments, systems and coaching practices that enable young people to accelerate their learning and development within a supportive and appropriately challenging setting.' 

Another Brackley signing, right-back Kieran Coates has joined following his departure from AFC Fylde. The 24 year old has also played for Chester and Boston United.

 

 

Mitre Matchballs - The Ultimax Pro

The Enterprise National League and Mitre have today revealed the official match ball for the coming season - the Ultimax Pro, a product of more than 30 years of performance-led innovation.

The ball pays homage to a classic Mitre design synonymous with the Football Conference era of the 1990s, reviving a beloved aesthetic for the modern competition nearly three decades on.

The ball honours Mitre's enduring relationship with non-league football through a contemporary reimagining of one of its most recognisable looks.

Rendered in Mitre's current brand palette, the ball incorporates striking gold keylines running through the iconic Delta graphic - a hallmark of its elite-level credentials.

Beneath the surface, the Ultimax Pro's FIFA Quality Pro-accredited construction remains unchanged, offering the same levels of performance, reliability and longevity and delivers:

• Power & Responsiveness: Engineered to match the pace and demands of the modern game
• Aerodynamic Stability: Precision construction ensures true flight and consistent accuracy
• Hyperseam Technology: Guarantees zero water uptake and outstanding durability across all conditions

The official 2026/27 Enterprise National League Ultimax Pro Match Ball will be available to buy exclusively at mitre.com, priced at £45, from Thursday 25 June.

For further information, visit mitre.com or find @MitreSports across social media platforms.

From The Archives - Beadle Gets A Load Of Balls

Back to June 25th 2015 and the start of Hereford FC's first pre-season is just days away. 

Following on from last weeks opportunity to contribute towards Hereford FC’s maiden season, Pete Beadle has just taken a sizeable delivery of match and practice balls ready for the start of next weeks training sessions – although it was Roger Lloyd and Jonny Evans who had to physically lug them round. Pete is delighted as it symbolically heralds the imminent start of the club – and he extends his thanks to all the supporters who are backing the club before a ball is actually kicked.

As part of the deal Pete struck with the ball supplier, it also included 20 balls for the UITC youth teams. Steve Brotherwood of UITC is also is delighted to receive them - although his mind did appear not to be so much on the ball as he only has 2 more days left of being a singleton.

The monies raised for the balls were part of a HUST sponsored package to receive a signed ball off Pete and the contracted players after the FCUM match on Saturday 13th July. 

Did you miss out on the chance to sponsor a ball last week? The cost is £50 with a signed ball and you get to meet the manager and players after the FCUM match. We have crammed in 3 more spaces. You’ll need to be quick, email modnite@hotmail.co.uk to secure your spot and we’ll confirm if you’ve made the cut.

News Round Up

South Shields have signed left back Jordan Marshall from Welsh League champions The New Saints where he has played for the last three seasons.

Defender Cian Harries has joined Kidderminster on a season long loan from Forest Green Rovers. 

Tamworth have signed Joshua Bailey. The young left back was with Worcester City last season. 

Liam Mason is staying with Darlington. The 20 year old was their reserve keeper last season. 

Daly To Hearts?

 

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. 

 

Hereford's Pre-Season Starts On Saturday

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.../ 

News Round Up

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. 

Hereford FC Membership Details

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:

• Purchase a Hereford FC 2026/27 Season Ticket or Official Membership.
• Create a free MandM account (if you haven’t already got one). Don’t sign up to the Unlimited Delivery at this stage.
• Complete this form, using the same email address as the free MandM account.
• Await confirmation from MandM that your Unlimited Membership is set up (this will be after July 31st 2026).

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:

• Membership card holders will join the second priority group for any all-ticket matches alongside HUST members, Junior Bulls and Squad Builder contributors.
• 10% off purchases in Addison’s Bar, Radford’s Bar (including the Fan Zone), the Executive Club and Hereford Hospitality Suite on matchdays by presenting card.
• 10% off purchases in the club shop.
• 10% off room hire for any private event held at Edgar Street.
• 12 months unlimited delivery on any purchases made from MandM.

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.

 

Hereford FC Summer Soccer Camp

National League Board Club Representatives

This from the National League:

The National League has confirmed three new appointments to its Board of Directors following the AGM, which was held earlier this month at Celtic Manor.

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)

 

News Round Up

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. 

  

News Round Up

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.

News Round Up

 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'. 

  

 

News Round Up

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. 

Munday was excellent at Hereford

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.