This is a great club, which deserves better than me." The club remained in the Premier Division until being relegated to Division One at the end of the 198182 season, in which they finished bottom of the table. [5] However, they were relegated again at the end of the 200203 season, although the season did see them reach the FA Cup first round again, where they lost 50 at Torquay United. I will always support our Board and whatever they finally decide, more than one club is going to lose, but for now I have to somehow ensure that my staff and players do not get complacent or unnecessarily exposed to this terrible unseen virus, which is still unfolding before our eyes. Even in a pandemic and even while furloughing, we can try to create a fairer footballing structure and improve things across the board for all Non-League clubs. A new era, where I hope our home support can improve, where local investment and where our player recruitment also improves and If it does, then the finishing line of the EFL will I feel start to get nearer. The club was established in 1948 as a merger of Boreham Wood Rovers and Royal Retournez, and began playing in the Mid-Herts League. So, if we can start well, if we can believe in ourselves and if our newbies can settle in quickly, then we could be in for an exciting season. He added: "It will be surreal to be taking them on. But if I can find an extra few bob, if I can manage expectation and apart from getting relegated, then there will be no real pressure from me as were still little Boreham Wood. The loyal 400-500 will be there. But trust me I could of spent some serious amounts of money on some very average players who were offered to us, but who in truth would sit on our bench all season, when what we need is players who will start. Yes, I understand that, but we do still need to be respectful, as some of the new lads are still on peoples payrolls until the end of June. I remember setting out with many of you, 21 years ago as a young Chairman, to see how far we could take our Club up the Non-League pyramid and for one brief moment during an away day fixture at Tranmere Rovers, we led 2-0, sat top of the table and we topped the lot. Thats obviously good news Chairman, but the supporters will really want to know about any new signings, especially with pre-season training and the Arsenal and QPR games almost upon us. BOREHAM WOOD chairman Danny Hunter has criticised the behaviour of Peterborough United manager Grant McCann, claiming he "took the family.. 19th July 2016 with 0 Comments. [5] In 201415 Boreham Wood finished as runners-up in the Conference South. "You sound very disappointed Dan in regards to the lack of support today," Morris asked. Its why Im not prepared to pay mediocrity silly money or make desperate signings in May and June. It certainly will not be league boards or administrators. DH. Filter appointments Filter appointments Current appointments Total number of appointments 9 Date of birth July 1962. The club published a story titled 'MP's do your duty' back in January - a 1,400-word article on Brexit ahead of the Parliamentary vote on the Brexit deal. WebBoreham Wood chairman Danny Hunter has stated that he was left hurt by a few of his staff members who tried to take him to the cleaners. Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Weve also created a new under-a-fiver-a-game season ticket for our under 16s and got another frozen/freebie for our existing under 12 season ticket holders and new initiatives for the newbies who might wish to join us in that age group. Dover Athletic have not played since the end of January and furloughed their players last month. However if we can get recruitment right, then I fancy Luke and the dressing room to improve on last season, perform in the big games and be ready to compete again. "You can put it down to whatever you like Grant, but theres nothing more that I can do here. See more including the season ticket renewal prices HERE. I will now give you a rundown in this update of the Club measures that Ive taken, but again I emphasise that I believe local football, and when it might or might not return, is a complete irrelevance to me at a stage when this Coronavirus pandemic will soon be out of control. [6] They repeated their FA Cup feat the following season, beating Hayes in the first round before losing 20 to Cheltenham Town in a replay. Our Chairman Danny Hunter can proudly claim that he has overseen our rise through both the Ryman Leagues, the Conference South and into the National League where, in our fourth season, we are regarded as an established club at that level, the pinnacle of non-league football. In light of requests for this update, Chairman Danny Hunter has provided an update on where the Club stands on season ticket renewals and prices for 2020/21, as I know if we do, our existing players and staff will start to believe in themselves and I know they would of bought into our philosophy and ethos re attitude, discipline and desire. The 199697 season saw them reach the second round of the FA Cup for the first time after they beat Rushden & Diamonds 32 in a first round replay. I told everyone last season when we beat Sutton 4-0 away to go 7th that we were in a false position. So other than five or six emails from the National League admin team reminding us how to access government or sporting loans theyve not really improved anything. We all had to leave because I was petrified of anything happening again. Boreham Wood chairman Danny Hunter has accused the National League board of acting with incompetence over plans not to start the season if crowds are not allowed in. Barnet on tuesday nights and back knowing well get smacked , Barri Coen: I really dont get the point of him wording it like that. Boreham Wood chairman Danny Hunter says he has had to remortgage his house to help the National League club cope with the financial effects of coronavirus. The Hertfordshire side, fifth in the table, had voted for no play-offs, but will compete in them if clubs agree to end the season using points per game. Could it just be the school holidays, people being away or other local league clubs maybe taking away the floating supporter?". Hunter replied: 'Oh do me a favour Grant, we've been finding excuses at whatever league we've been playing in and there aren't any excuses left. "So I cant keep making the same excuses to myself about the lack of interest anymore, I cant keep spending on ground improvements and increased first team and staffing levels if nobody wants to come and watch us. Lets hope Im wrong, though I dont think I am. The good news is that I did discuss a best price scenario for our adult and older fans a few weeks ago. National League clubs have been allowed to apply for loans from the 300m Sport Winter Survival Package. However if Im honest this pre-season I feel will be a walk in the park for me and Luke after last years player ordeals, as this has a very different feel to it. After being relegated in 19992000 they won Division One at the first attempt to make an immediate return to the Premier Division. Hunter says he took out two business interruption loans, deferred personal tax and remortgaged his house to fund the club ahead of this season. Finally, it just leaves me to say, we know its going to get worse, we know its going to be a challenge for all of us, but whatever it takes, I know well rise to the challenge as our Community, our friends, our loved ones and our family must always come first and football must always come second. We have got to remember we are the smallest club with possibly the smallest budget, and probably the biggest aspirations in the league, we have been extremely lucky and privileged to have come this far , who would av thought we would have played at Wembley Stadium, I think we need to have faith in the formula that has got us this far, we r the Wood. So like the Wood Army, I will of course carry hope into the season but emphasise again that its unrealistic to think we should be play-off contenders with the level of support that we receive on the terraces and within the Town. As such, if I dont budget realistically for what will most definitely be a more long term shutdown, then I honestly fear for our survival, so Im letting our fans and my community know what the realities facing our football club actually are. I believe we all now need to understand our worth within the football world and get ourselves on the front foot, as we ask the FA, EFL and their antiquated structures to take us seriously. DH. As such, I cannot in good faith release any season ticket offer, no matter how hard I try, as I cannot see how any Non-League football can start again in England. Tickets to a Boreham Wood fixture cost 18 per adult, with a child ticket priced at 8 and OAP concessions at 13. But realistically I think football for all things Boreham Wood in 2020, is over. This is especially prevalent when EFL clubs already receive 100% of the Premier League Development monies, then recoup further monies in loan monies from all National League clubs, to develop their players. Your Football Club will be here and waiting for you when this nightmare is over. I get the feeling that anyone who couldnt afford a ST this year are considered as these casual fans as well as 2nd teamers, Lee Boorman: Agree that it could have been worded better but can also mostly see where hes coming from. Josh Gafson: I understand where the chairman is coming from, but surely at a time of life support ticket sales are more important than loyalty? It is always good for supporters to know what a Chairmans thoughts are and get an understanding of whats been happening in the off season. Bob Nicholson has taken over as chairman following the shock How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Chris Gardner: I think what the chairman is saying , in these days of social media personal comments about staff or players are detrimental to a happy and successful club . But it is not good enough for the victims. So, its going to be the owners like myself who have other successful companies, or clubs who have outside benefactors, who will keep Non-League afloat. For now though, the focus is on the next match and that's Wrexham in the FA Trophy this weekend. "Let's face it, Frank Lampard has forgotten more about football than I know so it's going to be amazing to come up against him," he said. Could it just be the school holidays, people being away or other local league clubs maybe taking away the floating supporter?' JT. If you look at the averages we are already over 500 supporters less than the next worst supported club in the National League. any funding in 2021 would have to come in the form of loans. 'The Wood' chairman then pointed out his investment in the club, highlighting an increase in spending before stating he could fit the crowds 'into my back garden'. Why? Everyone knows though thats not the reality, everyone knows that winning the title is not going to happen without a million pound budget in this league. "I suppose if you want an excuse, the lower than normal crowd could be put down to three hundred Adult and OAP 99 season ticket holders, who took up our offer but never bothered to turn up and support us. Data profile of Danny Hunter who is contracted to Boreham Wood. I was always thinking about what might have been and then beating myself up in regard to recruitment and about the players that got away. "In other words, if I'd put my community football club bang in trouble, if I'd just worried about me and put my staff, my players and my suppliers lives and livelihoods in danger by not doing the right thing then the football club would apparently now be eligible for the winter survival loans on the improved terms which the other National League clubs are now getting.". If that was achieved perhaps a new East Stand could then follow in 2022/23. IA: Tyrone Marsh. Read about our approach to external linking. The following season they finished as runners-up in Division One and were promoted to the Premier Division. Reads a bit like hes stuck two fingers up at the very people the club needs to attract. 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For clubs to be eligible for government loans the board has to deem that a club has a risk of being unable to trade by the end of this month - the panel judged that the loans taken out by Hunter could see the club through until March 2022. Sunday's cup win has netted them a cool 90,000. So quiet belief and great recruitment is key and as always January becomes a crucial signing month at this level. Boreham Wood's chairman Danny Hunter says his club was refused a government loan because he had taken out loans to fund the club already. But our crowds just never seem to improve in the way that I see at other local clubs like Sutton, Bromley and Maidenhead and it's demoralising.For me today was a real low point and I admit I do feel really low. Fans reacted after seeing the statement which the Boreham Wood chairman says he was left hurt by staff members and that the club will be on life support. I have always said, only if I can keep the officers, asset management, our local counsellors and the councils planning departments on board, could we ever contemplate building at the South end of the ground. Following our recent season ticket campaigns, many supporters have reached out to the Club in hope of our adult and OAP season ticket offer being announced soon. The bad news is I cannot release that offer, as the Coronavirus Pandemic is going to be with us for the foreseeable future. The alleged I suppose the reality is that Im always worried in May June and July. Weve built new dug outs, built and improved our toilets, created and furnished new classrooms, created a million pound new desso pitch, built a new west stand and, now the new North Stand and rebuilt the first team changing block the whole place in my opinion is giving local people a new mindset in regards to their local community club. A very detailed answer Chairman, Thank you. In fact, his honesty helped me to change direction, and perhaps saved the club over 300k on possible contract offers and summer spend. If thats the case, and it is, how can I possibly ask my staff, my players and you supporters to trust in luck and forget about Coronavirus, while blindly coming back to training, work or through the gates to support the team? Because progress to the football league is reliant on us achieving a ground capacity in excess of 5,000 and with the present council and asset management plans not including us, we simply cannot achieve that, which is a huge worry. Danny Hunter, 45, of Anthony Road, Borehamwood, was arrested in May after a dispute during an evening out at Zinco, in Shenley Road. At St Albans Crown Court on Monday, he pleaded guilty to three counts of assault by beating and was ordered to pay a total of 700 in fines and 800 in compensation to the victims of the attack. 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