*CLUB STATEMENT*
We are pleased to confirm that we have now been granted a new 28 year lease on our London Road ground. We extend our thanks to everyone involved in this process and will be shortly announcing our future plans.
*CLUBHOUSE*
The newly refurbished clubhouse is now fully furnished and functioning in accordance with the clubs COVID protocols. It is a members only club and any new applications are welcome.
🔵 MORE SILVERWARE 🔵
RTFC are thrilled to announce that Chairman Peter Clarke was named Clubman of the Year at last night's EOFL awards dinner. You won't find a harder working Chairman who will turn his hand to anything for his club 💙💙
*PITCH READY TO GO*
Thanks to funding from the football foundation and the hard work of our committee the improvements to our playing surface are evident. Phase two of our ground development will begin shortly with plans for a new barrier & floodlights.
*GARY BROOKS*
The Club are delighted to confirm Gary has been recognised by the Essex County FA for his work as club treasurer "I am humbled by the support shown, it makes it all worthwhile" said Gary.
@RayleighTownFC1
are delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Hodgson as the new first team manager. He brings with him not only a wealth of experience but a committed management team. Welcome to the club Rob and his team,we wish you every success.
#rayleightownfamily
*OUR INTERNATIONAL*
Best wishes to our very own Matt Oaten who has just returned from Portugal where he has been part of the England Deaf Squad who are preparing for next year's World Cup. Matt may also feature on BT Sports this Sunday in the EDF League Championship Final.
*MANAGEMENT CHANGE*
The Club are pleased tp confirm that Dave Gipp has been appointed our new Reserve Team Manager. He will be assisted by Dave Barker. His experience (he has aged a bit since his pro days!! ) will be a great asset to the club with our aspirations moving forward
*READY TO GO*
It's time to re-unite friendships and put a smile on people's faces but let's not forget the sacrifices others have made in the last 12 months. Be sensible, be safe and following the rules.
#7daystogo
*PITCH COMING ALONG*
Pitch had a trim this morning and is coming along nicely following the summer ground maintance.
Further inprovents are planned by way of fencing and new pitch barrier instalation in the coming weeks.
*CLUBHOUSE UPDATE*
It is very much hoped the newly refurbished clubhouse will be able to open on the 4th July however await government guidance. Appropriate social distancing measures will be put in place and will be strictly monitored. Updates to follow.
🏆🏆CUP WINNERS🏆🏆
Congratulations to Paul Oliva, Dave Chaplin and our Vets team who picked up more silverware last night as they were crowned County Cup Champions.
🔵 AWARD WINNER 🔵
Leon Walker-Dobson who plays for the clubs development team and regularly attends both 1st & Reserve Team games was presented with the 'Clubman of the Year' award.
*CLUB REFURBISHMENT*
Upon completion of our clubhouse refurbishment we will be offering free membership to all NHS workers. You support us and we support you ❤️
*GRANT AWARDED*
RTFC are delighted to announce that we have secured a five figure grant from the
@premierleague
, The
@FA
and
@DCMS
’s
@footballfoundtn
enabling us to purchase new machinery for pitch maintenance.
*NEW PITCH*
Our newly relocated pitch will make its debut tomorrow as the redevelopment of our ground continues. It is hoped our new barrier will be installed in the next few weeks as our progression on and off the pitch continues
@eofl
🏆🏆WORLD CUP🏆🏆
Best of luck to first team full back Matt Oaten who is playing in the England Deaf Team as they embark on their World Cup campaign in Malaysia on Saturday 💙
@_mattoaten
@EIDFT
*CLUBHOUSE OPENING*
The refurbished clubhouse is planned to re-open on Friday 10th July. Covid guidelines, staff training and a test event are planned next week in advance of the opening.
*NEW SIGNINGS*
1st team manager Paul Higgins has confirmed former Southend Utd player Sonny Coutts, former Basildon Utd's Will Baldry & Clapton's Shaun Gittleson will be signing for the new season. "They are quality players & will add so much to our talented young team"
I nominate Gary Brooks from Rayleigh Town as the
@EssexCountyFA
#CelebrateEssex
Treasure winner because…”Despite major surgery & running his own business he finds time to keep our Senior, Vets, Junior & Ladies teams on track. We would be lost without him"
*NEW APPOINTMENT*
The club are delighted to announce that Paul Oliva, Dave Chaplin and Dean Willis have agreed to take over the management of the clubs Saturday Vets team.
*INJURY UPDATE*
All at RTFC extend their best wishes to 1st team captain Andy Bourne who was injured in todays game against Sungate. It has now been confirmed from hospital that he has diislocated his knee cap and snapped his patella tendon. Best wishes skipper.
🔵🔵NEW SIGNING🔵🔵
The club are delighted to announce the signing of Frankie Hession-Harris for the coming season. Having had a spell at RTFC in his teens he then played in the USA as well as a period at professional level in Belgium.His quality and experience will be invaluable
🏆🔵🟡 THANK YOU 🟡🔵🏆
It was good to see so many of our loyal supporters at last night's cup final along with some of our sponsors and Cllr Danielle Belton Chairman of Rayleigh Town Council. We hope to see you all next season as we continue our journey.
#upthetown
*CLUB STATEMENT*
It's a sad day when you find yourself having to report a side for failing to fulfill a fixture. Our grounds team spent 2 hours preparing the pitch. Players, Ref, bar staff & catering all attend & Lakeside FC are a no show & then try to cover up the sham.
@eofl
🔵 AWARD WINNER 🔵
At our end of season awards evening last night Ollie Quick won both the First Team 'Players Player of the Year' and 'Managers Player of the Year' awards.
*ANOTHER GRANT*
RTFC are delighted to confirm we have been awarded another five figure Grant from the
@premierleague
, the
@FA
and
@DCMS
’s
@footballfoundtn
this time for fencing and ball stop netting.
🔷BEN BAXTER UPDATE🔷
1/2 We can confirm that Ben sustained a double fracture to his right leg in yesterday's game. The club extends its thanks to the attending paramedics and Doctors who attended to Ben for well over an hour on the pitch before he was transferred to hospital.
@RayleighTownFC1
would like to thank
@PaulHiggo_
for the last 6 years of dedication to the club and its goals, under Paul's leadership the first team have laid a solid foundation for the future. We wish you well Paul and we thankyou for everything
#rayleightownfamily
#oneofourown
*RTFC REMEMBERS DENNIS CLARKE*
3 years ago today the club lost one of its founder members. Dennis is still one of the most successful managers in
@eofl
history. A true gentleman who is sadly missed by all those that were fortunate to have met him.
#CelebrateEssex
showcases stories from local legends, increasing their visibility as role models to engage new members and inspiring them to join the community. All volunteers are the lifeblood of football, putting in countless hours of their time so others can enjoy the game.
🔵NEW SIGNING🔵
Henry Noakes (Goalkeeper)
17 Year old from Barking Abbey has impressed in pre-season and is highly regarded by the management team.
Welcome to Rayleigh Henry.
*YOUTH SECTION*
As part of our future plans which will includes major ground developments we are expanding our youth section. We are pleased to confirm that Hambro Colts Youth FC will now be joining RTFC on our journey & will become Rayleigh Town Colts. More details will follow.
🔵ANNOUNCEMENT🔵
PART 1. The club are delighted to confirm we have today signed a new 2 year groundshare agreement with Concord Rangers. RTFC Chairman Peter Clarke and Concords Jack Smith Jnr are delighted to continue their respective clubs close relationship.
🔵🟢 BEST WISHES 🟢🔵
All at RTFC extend their best wishes to
@GWRovers
&
@RomfordFC
tomorrow. It will be rather surreal seeing our former colleagues Harry Talbot, Lee Bunn, Harrison Topliss & Danny Hurford at Wembley. We will be rooting for the team from Essex!🤔
🔵 NEW SIGNING 🔵
Tommy Sykes (Midfield)
Left sided midfielder who previously played for Shenfield F.C. where he was their leading goal scorer last season
Welcome to Rayleigh Tommy
What a great venue for our 1st team to play our football at as we extend our Thames Road unbeaten run to 15 games. Our gratitude to groundsman Dec for producing an absolute carpet of a pitch.
*FOOTBALL LEAGUE*
All at RTFC (especially Charlie!!) extend their best wishes to Harry Seaden who debuts in goal for Southend Utd in League One this evening.
🔵ONE OF OUR OWN🔵
1st Team defender Matt Oaten brought out his inner model when part of the photo shoot for England's new kit release.
Matt is an integral part of the England Deaf squad and we are proud to call him one of our own.
*PRESENTATION EVENING*
Manager Paul Oliva and his right hand man Dave Chaplin presented the Player of the Year Awards to Scott Wheeler (Players) & Andy Lilleker (Managers) following their double winning season.
CUP GAME ABANDONED
Shenfield 0 RTFC 0
Sad news coming from St Martin's as the game is abandoned 65 minutes in due to a serious injury to Ben Baxter. Our thoughts are with Ben and we will keep you updated.
🔵 NEW SIGNING 🔵
Jack Walker - Striker with previous spells at Burnham Ramblers and Beacon Hill, and the powerful target man links up with the management team once again this season.
*MARATHON MAN*
Best of luck to first team player Jack Long who is running today for the NHS. The money pledged has far exceeded his original target and a final figure will be confirmed in due course. All he needs to do now is run 26 miles!!! 🏃🏃
*VETS REACH CUP FINAL*
Congratulations to Paul Oliva & Dave Chaplin's vets team who made it through to the Premier Division Cup final yesterday where they will meet Harold Wood. Date and venue will be confirmed shortly. They return to league action next week in search of a double
*SPONSORSHIP*
Confirmation our main sponsor this season will again be APT Coaches. Their logo will appear on our 1st, Reserve & Development Team Home & Away shirts & tracksuits as modeled by newly appointed 1st team captain George Vile. Our thanks to Gary Brooks & all at APT.
🔵GOAL🔵
Harry Talbot completes his first half hatrick with a wonderful piece of skill on the edge of the box flicking the ball over his marker before unleashing an unstoppable strike from just inside the box.
*LEAGUE HONOURS*
The Club are pleased to confirm that George Vile and Jamie Blewitt have both been included in the
@eofl
Representative squad for this Saturdays inter league fixture. The midfield duo have played a big part in the 1st teams excellent start to the season.
🔵 NEW SIGNING 🔵
Leo Clark - The tenacious midfielder previously at Corinthians FC joins Rayleigh Town for the upcoming season. Welcome to Rayleigh Leo.
*****CUP FINAL*****
RTFC Senior Men's Sunday Team made it through to the Premier Cup Final winning a closely fought semi final today 1-2 away at Rouge 21 from Harlow. A wonderful achievement by Jack Long and his team.
*COACHING APPOINTMENT*
Amidst the ongoing clubhouse & ground improvements RTFC are pleased to announce that Marcus Spremulli has agreed to join the first team management set up in a coaching role. Manager Paul Higgins said he is delighted Marcus has agreed to come on board.
🔵ANNOUNCEMENT🔵
Part 2. With Concord plans in place for a full pitch overhaul in May we will once again have one of the best playing surfaces in whatever league we find ourselves in over the next two seasons!!
#uptheTown
The club are sorry to hear
@RayleighTownFC1
#legend
#skipper
, Ross Webster has been forced to retire due to long term injury. His skill on the ball and leadership on the field will be missed and we thank him for his loyalty and commitment over the years.
#newbeginnings
#newrole
?
Also an official
@RayleighTownFC1
welcome to our new signings
Tom Ranger
George Dansie, Damo ,
Bailey moss, Aaron Clark, Finley Dobson,
George Brown,
Cameron Glover ,Jack long,
Callum Dunne ..welcome to the family boys.
#upthetown
🔵 NEW SIGNING 🔵
Jack Allen. Midfielder previously with Barkingside has the rare talent of finding time and space on the ball. A superb addition to our squad that supporters will enjoy watching.
Welcome to Rayleigh Jack
*NO BRAINER*
Instead of spending money watching a game where VAR decides which group of millionaires deserves to win or lose get down to London Road this Saturday as Town take on local rivals Leigh Ramblers in an early season top of the table Derby!!!!
FREE ENTRY & PARKING
*PRESENTATION EVENING*
Manager Paul 'Higgo' Higgins and his right hand man Del Lamont presented awards to Sonny Coutts (Players Player) and Harry Talbot (Managers Award & Golden Boot)
Reserves continued their fine Pre Season form with a 5-0 win away to Corinthians 1st team this evening. Our thanks to
@_corinthiansf_c
for hosting us and all the best in your Division 2 campaign this season.
*PRE SEASON TRAINING*
Following a full managers meeting last night RTFC are pleased to confirm that training is to resume this week and will fully comply with FA Guidelines. Anyone seeking a trial are advised to contact management or attend the club at 7pm on Tuesday.