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Post by gasheadmtfc on Jul 10, 2017 12:29:51 GMT
Went to there ground this morning as i left my Scarf!!! there Saturday and saw there Chairman and he asked me would i put the following on the Forum
I hope everyone from Bristol Rovers enjoyed there visit to our New Facilities and enjoyed the day. Everyone from the manager Daryl Clarke to the Players, Kit manager etc were magnificent and so friendly. Having pictures taken with all the supporters, signing autographs etc, Bristol Rovers were CLASS from the moment they arrived to the minute they left and that includes the Gas Heads Supporters who were great throughout the day I speak on behalf of everyone from Melksham Town FC in thanking you all and enjoy the new season and lets hope that Bristol Rovers get the success they deserve.
Thank You
Darren Perrin
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Post by pirate on Jul 10, 2017 12:31:44 GMT
Nice comments. Good luck to Melksham Town this season.
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Post by Marshy on Jul 10, 2017 12:40:32 GMT
Great to hear comments like that, and well done to all the Ray Winstone look alikes that attended and behaved themselves.
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Post by slam on Jul 10, 2017 12:57:04 GMT
It is really nice to hear comments like that.
I went to the game and did a small write up on the matchday thread when I got back home. I mentioned how good the facilities were and the atmosphere that was created on the day - a lot of credit to Melksham Town FC.
However, one thing I forgot to mention in my short write up was the behaviour of the players and the management team both before and after the game. They went out of their way to pose for selfies, sign autographs and generally had time for any gashead who wanted to say hello. It meant a huge amount to the kids that were there from both sets of supporters, not to mention some of us "older" kids. It was a credit to the BRFC and the whole day was a credit to both clubs.
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Post by roversreturn on Jul 10, 2017 15:08:32 GMT
It is really nice to hear comments like that. I went to the game and did a small write up on the matchday thread when I got back home. I mentioned how good the facilities were and the atmosphere that was created on the day - a lot of credit to Melksham Town FC. However, one thing I forgot to mention in my short write up was the behaviour of the players and the management team both before and after the game. They went out of their way to pose for selfies, sign autographs and generally had time for any gashead who wanted to say hello. It meant a huge amount to the kids that were there from both sets of supporters, not to mention some of us "older" kids. It was a credit to the BRFC and the whole day was a credit to both clubs. Totally agree. Players not on pitch were walking around ground really interacting with us supporters. Stopped DC on way out of tunnel for second half took pics with my boys and signed autographs. A real credit to Bristol Rovers. Players and management who realise its our club too. |
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Post by mehewmagic on Jul 12, 2017 10:06:57 GMT
This is from their website www.melkshamtownfc.com/news/reflections-on-the-rovers-game-1870418.htmlReflections /Appreciation Melksham Town v Bristol Rovers So Bristol Rovers led by manager Darrell Clarke became the first pro side to feature at The Oakfields when they brought effectively their first team squad to Melksham and ran out 6-1 winners with goals from Gaffney 3 Harrison Bodin and Sercombe with a penalty from Davidson being the home sides consolation . A crowd of nigh on 1,500 (1476) witnessed the game and the many Rovers fans in the crowd seemed to enjoy the day with some good weather and a pint in their hand no doubt helping .Of course the home clubs finances received a greatly appreciated pre season boost to help with not inconsiderable costs of running a complex such as the Oakfields. The Rovers management and players made themselves available for autographs and photos after the game before going back to the dressing room ,far removed from their Premier League counterparts who to most of us seem to live in a different world and detached from the real fans. Rovers Darrell Clarke and his players were very complimentary about the playing surface at The Oakfields and credit for this is due to Paul Brickley ,Keith Kirk and others who give up their time without payment to tender for their pride and joy and it looks like this is a preseason fixture that can be replicated next season . From the Town's point of view this was new manager's Kieran Baggs first game at the helm and not a bad fixture to start with . With the result not crucial he was able to blood some youngsters which augurs well for the future . Pre match Darrell Clarke officially opened the newly named Presidents Suite and is was fitting that loyal Town servants and current joint Presidents Mick Perrin and Dave Phillips were there to witness the event before they sat themselves on the turnstile to collect the tickets and gate monies in true non league style . So a great day was had by all and a big heartfelt thank you goes to all who made the day a success in however way they supported ,with Towns new Seniors Chairman Darren Perrin instrumental in getting the fixture arranged at the outset Finally thanks to the Directors , Management Team ,players and supporters of Bristol Rovers who made the trip up to Melksham , we appreciate your generosity and wish you well for the season and hope to see you all next pre season . Mark Jeffery (Secretary) |
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