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Gresley Rovers have announced our pre-season friendlies starting with an away trip to Long Eaton United on Tuesday 4th July and scheduled to finish with Mickleover visiting the Moat Ground on Saturday 29th July.

Tonight, 7.30pm, Gresley's u18's take on Anstey Nomads Swifts at the Moat Ground. Why not pop up and give the young Moatmen your support.

Gresley have added a further friendly playing Hednesford Town at the Moat Ground on Tuesday 1st August 7.45pm

Gresley Rovers have made their first signings of the new season. Re-signing for the club is Mason Frizelle defensive lynchpin of last season’s side. He has been superb for the last two seasons since joining the club.

Alby Lansdowne is the Latest player to recommit for 23/24 is manager's player of the year and standout performer last term. The versatile defender/midfielder has become the foundation of this Rovers side and really now fulfilling all of his promise shown in his early years at the football club. Again it is so important that we have local representation by players we have developed and nurtured ourselves, and Alby we feel is well on the way to becoming a club icon in the mould of Jamie Barrett and the likes. Great to have Alby staying with Rovers despite inevitable interest from elsewhere! Bekir Halil was an important player last term and certainly the Mr Versatile of this Rovers squad, Becks was largely outstanding last season, and it is a real bonus that he will be remaining with the group for 23/24. Ever popular with supporters for his all action style and attitude, and really well liked within the dressing room by his team mates this is an important retention.

More fantastic news this evening as we are delighted to confirm an agreement with George Clark to remain with Rovers for 23/24. What can be said about Clarky, still very young and raw but all at the club see nothing but a really bright future. Fantastic and an ever present since coming in from Cheltenham Town, the young full back has gone from strength to strength, and it is a real positive that he will once again be a Moatman next season.

Due to well documented problems at Hednesford Town, we will now be playing Shifnal Town on Tuesday 1st August at the Moat Ground - 7.45pm.

Two of our younger players have signed for next season. Dylan Hunniford. Young youth team graduate Dylan will be with Rovers again for 23/24. An exciting prospect who has made a notable impression. We are expecting further development from Dylan and believe he has a bright future at the club. Tyler Donaldson. Young defender Ty was a fixture in the side in the first half of last season having stepped up in levels, and really impressed. His season was hampered by injury which slowed his progress however we believe we have a real raw talent, and are over the moon he shall continue his development with us in 23/24.

We are delighted to confirm that midfield powerhouse Lewis Belgrave will be a Moatman once again in 23/24. Bello took some time out at the end of the last campaign to focus on his studies however now returns refreshed and refocused. With a full pre-season behind him we real feel we have a player with the ability and potential to be one of the best no 8’s in the division. This is a big signing for the season ahead. We are very pleased to announce the signing of attacking midfielder / deep lying forward James Tague from Belper Town. Taguey carries really good experience for his age having previously played at Basford United, Matlock Town and Gainsborough, extensively at step 3. We have acquired ourselves a top-class operator who will both create and score goals, and supporters will really enjoy watching play. An exciting addition to our side!

100 club for May results £250 - 54 Mick Haynes £100 - 93 Stuart Bonser £50 - 3 Adam Wildsmith £50 - 55 Keith Barsby £50 - 65 Des Gould

As we continue to shape our squad ahead of the new season, we are delighted to confirm that young forward James Spruce will remain with the club for 23/24. A young pro with Bristol Rovers, Sprucey burst onto the non-league scene running our own Steve Hart close for the UCL golden boot whilst with Heather St John’s, before stepping up in levels with Sutton Coldfield Town. A long-term target we finally got our man last season, and saw Sprucey contribute some critical goals at vital times. A player of real technical ability, we are excited about just how good he can become as he develops! Glad to have you back Sprucey!

Gresley Rovers Football Club are delighted to announce the return to the Moat Ground of Steve Hart after the hugely popular forward agreed to return to the club. Hart’s goals were instrumental in the promotion campaign to the Northern Premier League two seasons ago and he had similar impact at Quorn last season also helping them to promotion to step 4 where they will also be playing in the NPL Midland Division alongside Rovers However for the coming season the club are delighted that Steve has agreed a deal to return to the Moat Ground and he is looking forward to re-acquainting himself with supporters and team mates ahead of the new campaign...more

Riley Davoile Delighted to acquire gifted central midfield player Riley for 23/24 season. At 22 years of age Riley is looking to take a step up in level following two fantastic seasons with Coventry United where he has been club captain. Riley is a technical midfielder who plays off both feet, and despite playing from a deep lying role is regular contributor of goals and often the spectacular. This is a player we believe can transcend levels and we are excited to work with him and see him develop. Welcome to Rovers Riley!

James Harrison Really happy to confirm that James will be remaining with the club for 23/24 season. A local lad who plays with a real passion for the club, James is a hardworking and versatile attacking player who gives real flexibility to the squad and no shortage of quality. Having spent a little time out on loan last season having impressed on our promotion winning season, James is looking to make his mark this term.

Charlie Leak A welcome to the club for a player we have previously seen in Rovers colours. Young homegrown goalkeeper Charlie Leake makes a long overdue return to the club. One of the best young prospects they have seen come through a youth system in the view of the management, it has been of much frustration. That Charlie has not applied himself to his football and has lost 18 months of experience and development. Still young we really hope to see Charlie become the goalkeeper and player club that we all believe he can be... more

As our recruitment and squad build draws to a close ahead of players returning to pre-season training next week, we are delighted to announce the signing of defender Jayden Cotterill from Belper Town.

A warm welcome to Rovers to locally based ace marksman Jamie Sleigh. Jamie rose to prominence at Heanor Town where he has scored an incredible 147 goals in 174 appearances. His success at Heanor Town also resulted in a two year stint with Stafford Rangers, where Jamie again found himself amongst the goals at step 3. Having struggled for goals last season this is an exciting addition and we are so pleased to have this over the line and welcome Jamie into the fold. Now just a week to go until the lads are back into training, and we look forwards to being back out on the grass!

Hello to all our supporters and I hope you are thoroughly enjoying the summer and this beautiful weather we are having.The dust has now settled on what was a turbulent season where ultimately, we achieved what we set out to do remaining in the Northern Premier League after promotion the previous campaign. However, it was tough and a huge contrast from the season before where we won so many games and scored so many goal

You can still order your Early Bird Season Tickets for next season. They cost just £130 for an adult if ordered before the end of June and £150 after that. Concessions are the same as this season £75 with u16’s £15 if accompanied by a full paying adult. The season tickets can be collected from the Moat Ground during the pre-season or posted to you. Order now through our website club shop.

Gresley Rovers have announced their admission prices ahead of the new season and have reluctantly made the decision to increase prices to align with the majority of other clubs in the Northern Premier League Midland Division.

The club are very saddened to hear about the passing of Jackie North, wife of former club chairman Barry last week. Jackie was diagnosed with Cancer a couple of months back and sadly passed away on Friday of last week. The thoughts of all at Gresley Rovers Football Club are with Barry and his family at this very sad time.

Gresley Rovers' new look side start their pre-season tomorrow night (Tues) with a short trip to play Long Eaton United at Grange Park kick off 7.45pm. Admission is £9, £7 concessions and £3 u16's.

Gresley Rovers begin their FA Cup campaign with a trip to AFC Wulfrunians in the extra preliminary round scheduled for Saturday 5th August. If the scores are level a replay will be arranged. The winners will play the winners of Atherstone Town or Stone Old Alleynians away. Game to be played on 19th August In the Isuzu FA Trophy Rovers have been drawn at home against Kidsgrove Athletic scheduled for Saturday 9th September. The winners of that game will be at home again against either Sporting Khalsa or Grimsby Borough on Saturday 23rd September. Should the games be level after 90 minutes it will go straight to penalties.

Tomorrow we play our first home friendly against Stourport Swifts - 3pm. Why not pop up and take a look at our new look squad. Anyone who has ordered a season ticket to be collected from the ground, will be able to pick it up from the office.

Tonight, Rovers travel to Stratford Town for their third pre-season friendly. Kick off 7.45pm. Adult & Concession Ticket £5.00, Under 16s - FREE, Under 12s - FREE (Must be accompanied by a paying adult). Car parking £2

Gresley Rovers begin their new league season with a trip to Cambridge City on Saturday 12th August followed by a home game against Coventry Sphinx on the following Tuesday. August Bank Holiday Monday 28th August we make the short trip over the boarder to play Anstey Nomads while Boxing Day means a long trip to play Rugby Town and the New Year’s Day fixture sees Anstey Nomads visit the Moat Ground. The Easter Saturday game will be on March 30th at Boldmere St Michaels with Rugby Town the visitors to the Moat on Monday 1st April. The season ends with a visit to Corby Town on Saturday 27th April.

Saturday we make the short trip over to Stapenhill for another pre-season friendly with a 3pm kick off. It's not far, so why not pop over and give the lads your support. If you can't make it the reserves are at home against Leamington Hibernian - 3pm

Tomorrow, Rovers make the trip to Wolverhampton to play Wolverhampton Casuals in a pre-season friendly - 7.45pm. Not going? The reserves are at home against Uttoxeter Reserves, kick off 7,45pm.

This afternoon Lichfield City are our visitors for a pre-season friendly. Kick off 3pm. Why not pop up and support your local team.

Due to Bromsgrove pulling out of the friendly, we are pleased to announce that Chasetown will visit the Moat Ground tomorrow. Why not pop up and give the lads your support. Kick off 7.45pm

Tomorrow sees our penultimate pre-season friendly as Uttoxeter Town make the trip to the Moat Ground for a 3pm kick off. You can collect your pre-ordered season tickets from the office or buy one. Why not pop up and give your support to the lads.

Our opponents on Tuesday night, Hednesford Town, have pulled out and so we are trying to arrange new opponents. We will inform you if one can be found. The Fans Forum will go ahead.

We are pleased to say that Coleshill Town have agreed to visit the Moat Ground for our final pre-season friendly - 7,45pm kick off. Before the game will be a Fans' Forum in Harry's Bar starting at 6.15pm

Tonight we welcome Coleshill Town to the Moat Ground for our final pre-season friendly. Kick off 7.45pm. Why not pop up and support the lads.

Tomorrow, we make the trip to Wolverhampton as we begin our FA Cup journey at AFC Wulfrunians, kick off 3pm. Your support would be very much appreciated.

Tomorrow we begin our league game with the longest trip to play Cambridge City. Kick off 3pm. Please note that the game is being played at St Ives FC's ground (sat nav PE27 6DT). If you are not travelling, why not pop up to the Moat where the reserves take on Ruddington Village - 3pm and give them your support.

Tonight we welcome Coventry Sphinx to the Moat Ground for our first home league game of the season. Kick off 7.45pm. Your support would be very appreciated,

Tomorrow Rovers travel to Warwickshire to play Atherstone Town in the Preliminary Round of the Emirates FA Cup, kick off 3pm. Your support would be appreciated.

Tonight we travel to Walsall to take on Walsall Wood in a league game. Kick off 7.45pm. As always your support would be appreciated.

This afternoon we welcome AFC Rushden & Diamonds to the Moat Ground. Kick off 3pm. As always, we would really appreciate your support.

This afternoon we make the trip to Anstey for our Bank Holiday fixture against Anstey Nomads. Kick off 3pm. Your support would be very welcome.

With Spalding United still involved in the FA Cup, our scheduled home game against them on the 16th has been postponed and replaced with a home game against Bedworth United brought forward from 20th April 2024. The kick off will be 3pm.

Departing Rovers ahead of this week’s fixtures is forward James Spruce and joining the squad is Charlie Jemson. more...

It has been asked about George's injury. Unfortunately he has suffered a serious knee injury which will possibly require surgery. If so, it will keep him out for several months at least. We wish George all the best and hope to see him back in a Rovers shirt as soon as possible.

Gresley Rovers Football Club are very saddened to hear about the passing of one of our long-time supporters Charlie Norton on Wednesday afternoon. Charlie, who’s nephew is club Chairman Gary Norton, was a regular supporter of the club both home and away for many years until he was diagnosed with cancer a few years back. Even then, and despite this, he continued to try and get to as many games as possible when his treatment and health permitted. The thoughts of all at Gresley Rovers are with the Norton family and Charlie's many friends at this very sad time. A minutes applause will be observed at Saturday's home game in honour of Charlie

Gresley Rovers Football Club and Manager Carl Abbot have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect. Rovers wish to place on record its thanks for everything that both Carl and assistant manager Paul Tomlinson have done for the club during their tenure. Chairman Gary Norton commented “We are extremely grateful for what Carl and Paul have done during their time with us. Let’s not forget that when they joined us the club was facing back to back relegations and they turned things around significantly and achieved promotion back to the Northern Premier League in their first full season. For that we shall always be thankful and we wish them the very best of luck in their future endeavours” Rovers next game is in two weeks’ time at Quorn on September 30th. Further details around interim management arrangements will be communicated in due course.

Gresley Rovers Football Club invite interested parties to apply for the position of First Team Manager to develop and progress its first team within the Pitching in Northern Premier League Midland Division (Step 4) ...more

I would like to provide an update to our supporters following the announcement on Sunday that the club have started the search for a new manager. more...

Due to the recent torrential downpour, tonight's u18's game at the Moat against Glenfield United has been postponed - waterlogged pitch.

With no game for the first team, why not pop up to the Moat to support the reserves in their cup game against AC United. Please note kick off is 2pm. Admission Adults £5, Concessions £3 and u16's £2.

The next supporters’ forum is scheduled for Thursday September 28th, 8pm start in the clubhouse. This will be an opportunity for supporters to hear the latest developments and updates with regards to the current planning application related to the new stadium development as well as an opportunity to ask questions of Chairman Gary Norton, Vice Chair Stuart Bonser and other members of the club’s board of directors on any other club related matters. We hope to see as many of you there as possible.

The funeral is to take place on Monday 2nd October at 1.45pm at Bretby crematorium. The service will be followed by a gathering at Bretby golf club where all will be welcome. It’s family flowers only but anyone wishing to send the funeral directors are F.M. & J. Wait, 25 Market Street,Church Gresley, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE11 9PR tel: 01283216668 Alternatively at the service there will be a box at the back of the crematory room for donations in aid of MacMillan.

The next supporters’ forum on Thursday September 28th will now start at 8pm in the clubhouse.

Following recent meetings between club representatives of both Gresley Rovers Football Club and South Derbyshire District Council followed by subsequent discussions involving board members over recent week, we are today, formally announcing our decision to withdraw the planning application, submitted in February 2022, for a community football stadium and boxing club, located in Main St, Albert Village. In reaching this significant decision, a number of aspects were considered, mainly related to spiraling costs impacting the financial viability of the development on that particular location. More....Click on Headline

Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Strzyzewski as the club’s new manager. Also making the move to the Moat Ground with him will be assistant manager Thom Kellogg and coach Lee Mitchell. Marc and Thom talk about their appointment