04-05-08: Progress Report – First Team Manager
Club Chairman, Geoff Cartwright, has confirmed that he has already received a number of quality applications for the vacant manager’s post. The deadline for applications is 9th May and has been advertised in the non-league newspapers. “I’m very pleased with the response”, he said. “We are conducting interviews on a ongoing basis and are looking to confirm an appointment as quickly as possible in order to allow us to begin building for next season. The board of directors is being advised by ex professional goalkeeper & Unibond Premier League Manager Mark Cartwright along with our Academy Director Chris Whitley who was a Member of a four man group that shortlisted, interviewed and appointed Mark Hughes as Wales Manager. We will be calling upon plenty of football experience in order to guide us into making the right appointment for the club”

Interested parties are invited to send their CV's to:
THE CHAIRMAN
Colwyn Bay FC
Llanelian Road,
Old Colwyn,
Conwy
LL29 8UN

or email to: contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 9th May

03-05-08: VICE CHAIRMAN RESIGNS
After four years on the board, the club regret to announce that Vice Chairman and Director Andy Owens has announced his resignation due to increased work commitments in order to spend more time with his family.

Mr. Owens stated: “Following the end of the season I have taken stock of my various increasing personal commitments. As a result I feel unable to devote the time needed to serve the club. As such I will end my formal club role which will give me more time to spend with my family.

I would like to thank all those who have been so supportive to me personally and rallied to the various appeals I have made in recent seasons, especially in the difficult times we have had. The club has made massive strides in the last 4 years or so, it is something to take pride in, and without the backing from the supporters we would not be in the position we are. I look forward to taking up my spot on the terrace in the new season”

The club would like to take this opportunity to thank Andy for his valuable contribution and commitment to the club during his time on the board.

29-04-08: BOARD STATEMENT
Following the final game of the season an emergency board meeting was held. The board was disappointed that in spite of the increased playing budget made available this season that the team did not achieve promotion.  As a result it was decided that it was in the best interests of the club to relieve Gary Finley of his duties as First Team Manager with immediate effect. The board wishes to thank Gary for his efforts and wish him well for the future. The club will be conducting a full review of its first team playing structure in order to ensure that every opportunity is made to achieve success on the field.

The club will be looking to recruit a new manager and invite interested parties to send their CV's to:
THE CHAIRMAN
Colwyn Bay FC
Llanelian Road,
Old Colwyn,
Conwy
LL29 8UN

or email to: contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

27-04-08: FINLEY LEAVES THE BAY
Colwyn Bay Football Club have taken the decision to relieve Gary Finley of his position as 1st Team Manager at the club with immediate effect. A further statement will be released shortly.

22:04:08: NEIL BLACKS CHAMPAGNE MOMENT
After the recent match against Goole AFC, Neil Black was presented with a bottle of Champagne for his thirty goals this season from Colwyn Bay’s patron John Martin.

Congratulations to Neil Black on reaching 30 goals in the season from from sponsor www.johnmartincomedy.com

18-04-08: FREE COACH PLACES AVAILABLE
As a gesture of thanks towards its loyal traveling support Colwyn Bay FC are offering FREE coach places for the away trip to Gresley on Saturday 19th April. Spaces are limited. To book your place please contact Trefor on 07765 298 912.

10-04-08: PITCH EXPERTS CALLED IN
In a bid to address the number of games called off due to waterlogging Colwyn Bay FC officials today met with sports pitch maintenance experts ALS. Managing Director Darren Cartwright commented “Despite the best efforts of our Groundsman, who has worked with limited resources, it has come to the point where the pitch will need to undergo some heavy maintenance at the end of the season in a bid to bring it up to a much higher standard and therefore help us to avoid the match cancellations that we have had to endure this season and the subsequent fixture pile up. We are very confident that with the expert advice that we have taken along with the continuing support of our partners Greenthumb that we will achieve this. With the lack of quality grass pitches in the area we will also be looking to be in a position where we can also offer the use of the pitch out to the community on a more regular basis.” 

27-03-08: BAY IN TRIPLE SWOOP
Colwyn Bay FC have swooped to net 3 new signings ahead of the transfer deadline to help boost the squad ahead of the final push for a play-off spot. The new signings are expected to go straight into the squad for this Saturdays important home game against fellow play-off challengers Belper Town.

Stuart Whittaker
Experienced 33 year old midfielder (pictured right).Stuart is a left winger who started his career with Liverpool Juniors from where he joined Bolton. He them moved on to Wigan before a spell with Macclesfield. Also played for Chester, Southport and Nuneaton Borough.

Anton Lally
Tough tackling midfielder signed  on transfer deadline day.  Originally played for the Bay in 2002/03 before moving on to Vauxhall Motors.  Also played for Marine, Runcorn, Southport, Harrogate Town and Witton Albion.

James Dever
Central Defender whose previous clubs include Marine has signed from Prescott Cables of the Unibond Premier League.

08-03-08: CAMERAS RETURN TO COLWYN BAY
On Good Friday, Unibond TV camera's return to Llanelian Road to cover our important home match against Cammell Laird. Match highlights will be shown on the Unibond TV website shortly after the game. To be able to view the match online, just follow the attached link. click here.

02-03-08: COMEDY & SOUL NIGHT DATE REVEALED
Our Patron, John Martin can reveal that the next comedy night will be on Sunday the 22nd of June. John will be joined by the brilliant Soul singer & Songwriter, James Stone. Priced at only £6.00 each, tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from our very own Steward, Matt Saxon on matchday's at Llanelian Road. Anyone who wants to purchase tickets, but cannot make it to the ground can request them through this website by contacting us here.

27-02-08: BLACKIE COMMITS TO BAY
In recent weeks the club have received several enquiries from clubs about leading goal scorer Neil Black.  That is almost inevitable given the form he has displayed this season.  Following discussions with the club this week; Blackie has confirmed he wishes to stay with the Bay and has assured us he wants to do his bit to help us push on for the play offs.  He admits it is flattering to be attracting interest but he really enjoys playing for us, in particular the support he gets from the fans.  He is ambitious and wants to be successful and given the calibre of player in the squad believes he will achieve that at Llanelian Road.  He was also quick to praise the progress the club has made off the field and recognizes that the club's ambitions match his own.

15-02-08: Colwyn Bay FC to host Four Nations Tournament 2008
As further testament to the improvements carried out on facilities at Llanelian Road, the Football Association of Wales have announced details of this year’s semi-professional Four Nations Tournament which include matches to be played at Colwyn Bay FC.

The teams participating in the tournament include Wales, England and Scotland and for the first time the involvement of a representative side from Gibraltar. The matches will be shared around three grounds – Llanelian Road (Colwyn Bay) Belle Vue (Rhyl) & Park Hall, Oswestry (TNS). The full match schedule is as follows:

Tuesday 20th May 2008.

Wales v Scotland – Rhyl – Kick Off: 7pm

England v Gibraltar – Colwyn Bay – Kick Off: 7pm

Thursday 22nd May 2008.

Wales v Gibraltar – Rhyl – Kick Off: 7pm

Scotland v England – Colwyn Bay – Kick Off: 7pm

Saturday 24th May 2008.

England v Wales – Rhyl – Kick Off: 2pm

Gibraltar v Scotland – Oswestry – Kick Off: 2pm

Admission prices for the matches will be: Adults £3 Senior Citizens & Juveniles (Under 16) £1.

This will be the seventh year of the Four Nations Tournament. In the past, the Republic of Ireland has been involved, but this year they were not able to take part. An invitation was therefore made to the Gibraltar FA and they were very happy to accept. Last year’s tournament was held in Scotland and resulted in a win for England, with Wales as runners-up. Wales last hosted the event in May 2003 when the games were played at Carmarthen, Haverfordwest and Merthyr Tydfil. The Wales squad will be managed by Tony Pennock and assisted by Terry Boyle.

08-02-08: LEE SPIKE RE-JOINS THE BAY
Thanks to a change in his work pattern, Lee Spike will be available for many more fixtures and has re-signed for the Bay. International clearance has been gained and Lee is eligible to play this Saturday against Stocksbridge Park Steels.

31-01-08: CHRIS WHITLEY NAMED YOUTH ACADEMY CONSULTANT
Colwyn Bay Football Club have today announced Chris Whitley as its Youth Academy Consultant. In this role, Whitley will oversee the Colwyn Bay Football Club Youth Development System, including the club's Elite Development Centre and Grassroots Training Programs.
"After an extensive search for a Youth Academy Director, we are pleased to announce that Chris Whitley has joined Colwyn Bay Football Club," said Chairman Geoff Cartwright. "We are excited to have the knowledge, experience and network of contacts that Chris brings to this club. We look forward to his positive contribution not only to our youth development system and community, but also to the Colwyn Bay Football Club first team once the system is fully established"
Chris Whitley is currently the Education Welfare Officer for the Football Association of Wales UEFA international squads and is Chairman of the Technical Committee of the FAW Trust.
He has worked in a coaching capacity with Schools and Youth international squads for over thirty years with experience of over 350 international matches. He holds a UEFA "A" Licence in coaching and is currently working with the Wales Under 16 and 15 national development squads. Players that Chris has worked with include Ian Rush, Mark Hughes, Kevin Ratcliffe and more recently Craig Bellamy, Gareth Bale (pictured left) & Chris Gunther (both Spurs).
Chris Whitley commented on his appointment "having played for Colwyn Bay Football Club and now living in the area I am pleased to be in a position to help make a significant contribution to improving and developing local talent"
Chris brings a wealth of experience having established a successful academy system at Barry Town before their departure from the League of Wales.

28-01-08: COLWYN BAY MAKE ANOTHER SIGNING
With injuries and suspensions in mind, Manager Gary Finley has signed Welsh defender Steve Rowland to bolster the squad further. The tough tackling 26 year old was with Port Vale since his schooldays and was a regular in the side making over 100 appearances until his release at the start of last season when he signed for Southport in the Conference. Steve has also been picked twice for the Wales under 21 squad but on both occasions was unfortunately ruled out by injury. Steve can play anywhere across the back four.

Assuming the paperwork is processed in time Steve may be involved for the game at Warrington.

24-01-2008: GROUND GRADING ACHIEVED
On Wednesday 23rd January 2008, Colwyn Bay FC were visited by FA and Unibond League officials with a view to having the ground graded.

Each football ground has to meet with certain standards to enable a team to play in a particular division. The club are pleased to announce that they have now received a grade D from the FA with the possibility of achieving a Grade C status by 31st March 2008 providing some minor works are attended to.

Colwyn Bay Football Club Stadium Projects Director Chris Roberts said " This is a huge boost to Colwyn Bay FC, especially knowing that we are in a position to gain a Grade C, this would mean that if and when the club gets promoted, our ground is automatically suitable for playing in the higher division. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers who have given up their valuable time to assist in gaining the required grades. Our thanks is also extended to all our sponsors and local businesses who's assistance has been sincerely appreciated".  

22-01-08: FUNDRAISING MEETING 21/01.08 - update
Venue: Club Lounge

Meeting Summary

Last nights fund raising meeting held at the club was chaired by Club Patron John Martin. There were 8 people in attendance including John and the Chairman which was a little disappointing but considering the weather and football practice later on that evening wasn't too surprising.

John Martin kicked off the meeting by stating that in the past number of years the club has spent the summers "putting fires out" financially, dealing with problems with a total hand to mouth existence. The club has not been in a position to start planning to give a bit of a head start come the new season. This time, although there are still some ground works pending, we possibly have a chance to go one better. In the past we’ve all been guilty of maybe starting to look at the summer in May. John feels we can start earlier, planning events and fundraising a bit better.

John explained some of the ideas that he had (although he stressed he didn’t have the answers, nor was he the fundraising coordinator but just a fan trying to get things going) some ideas discussed as follows: 

• SPONSORED BIKE RIDE – this would run the length of Wales for which we could be looking at a full time commitment of a week or so. 

• ENTERTAINMENT SHOWS - Also an idea to get one or two shows going in the summer, even if they are smaller scale with John and a guest singer.

• DARTS NIGHT – possibly featuring Keith Deller, who John knows well or Mark Webster who has just won the World Championship. One of the attendees mentioned that he is familiar with the local darts leagues and he is going to ask Mark Webster if he would want to come to the Bay for a night.

• LOCAL BAND NIGHT - was also mentioned and will be investigated by one of the attendees.

• FA CUP FINAL DAY - Mark Williams talked about the success of FA Cup final last year. He is now looking for ideas of what to do that day, in the morning prior to the Staff vs Fans game.

• VARIETY SHOW – John feels that there is also potential for a good variety show on at the Theatre in Colwyn Bay but John explained that the overheads and the deal with the theatre may not be favorable but it is an avenue that could be explored.

• WORLD BAY DAY – any opportunity where Bay fans living abroad could get involved. This may attract some good media coverage which would help funds.

• GOLF DAY – this will be organized in the summer, details to be announced.

• SPORTSMANS EVENING is to be re-branded to “Sporting Dinner” in order to attract more females to the event.

The meeting was a good kick off and hopefully something we can build on. A date is still to be set for the next meeting and this will be organized and made public when key players are available.

John would like to thank all who attended. We have 2 cracking nights confirmed with Jan Molby and Bruce Grobelaar and it is expected that these will be a sellout.

Anyone who wishes to help should please make themselves known. It can’t be stressed enough the help that is needed to generate the funds required to help cover running costs, ground improvements & a competitive team budget for a season. 

YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!

If you wish to help out in any way please contact a club official or email: contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

Many thanks for your support.

22-01-08: BAY REGISTER INTEREST IN RESERVE LEAGUE
COLWYN BAY FC are among 33 clubs to have expressed interest in a proposed North Wales Reserve Football League for next season.

In initial plans, teams would be split into three regional divisions, with Colwyn Bay playing in the Eastern Division with the likes of Airbus, Connah’s Quay Nomads, Flint and Prestatyn. Colwyn Bay vice- chairman Andy Owens said: "A reserve team is something we would like to have as part of our development plan, and we have expressed interest in the league assuming it is right for the club in the form proposed."

A meeting is planned in February by the FAW to discuss the idea further. Proposals for the make up of three area divisions are:

Eastern: Airbus UK Broughton, Buckley Tn, Colwyn Bay, Connah’s Quay Nds, Denbigh Tn, Flint Tn Utd, Halkyn Utd, Llandyrnog Utd, Mold Alexandra, Mynydd Isa, Prestatyn Tn.

Central area: Bala Tn, Brymbo, Corwen, Gap Queens Park, Gresford Ath, Lex XI, Newtown, Penycae, The New Saints, Welshpool.

Western: Bangor City, Caernarfon Tn, Glan Conwy, Holyhead Hotspurs, Llandudno, Llandudno Junction, Llanfairpwll, Llangefni Tn, Llanrwst Utd, Porthmadog, Pwllheli.

21-01-08: MURT LEAVES THE BAY FOR SKELMERSDALE
The club announce that this evening we have sold striker Anthony Murt to UniBond side Skelmersdale.  In recent weeks we had received several approaches from clubs for Anthony and turned them all down.  However Skelmersdale came in with an improved offer for Anthony, who lives ten minutes from Skelmersdale’s ground and doesn't drive.  It was agreed to allow him to speak to Skelmersdale over the weekend when terms were agreed.   Whilst he has enjoyed his time with the Bay; it was felt to be in everybody's best interests to allow the deal to go through at this time.  We would like to thank Skelmersdale's Chairman Frank Hughes and manager Tommy Lawson, who have conducted themselves correctly in their approach to our club for Anthony and we wish Anthony all the best and thank him for this time with us. 

16-01-08: TWO MORE SIGNINGS FOR THE BAY
Gary Finley has moved to further strengthen his squad by recruiting Joe Fowler from Barrow.  Joe is a versatile twenty one year old that helped Droylsden to promotion to the Conference National last season, after previous experience with Southport and Tranmere Rovers.

In addition Anthony "Bagger" Wright has signed from Vauxhall Motors.  The experienced striker helped Hyde United win the UniBond First Division title in 2003/04 and also had success in the LoW helping TNS win that title. His previous clubs also include Wrexham, Barrow and Droylsden. 

It is hoped the paperwork will be completed in time for them to be involved at Alsager on Saturday.

14-01-08: ANOTHER LEGEND SIGNS UP
Liverpool FC legend Bruce Grobelaar has now been confirmed as the next guest for a Sportsman’s Evening at Colwyn Bay Football Club on Monday 28^th April.

Grobbelaar was signed to play for Liverpool in 1981 by Bob Paisley & was plunged into the daunting role of succeeding Ray Clemence but the eccentric South African-born Zimbabwe international rose to the challenge and was Liverpool's last line of defence in a stream of triumphs at home and abroad. Occasionally his self-confidence on the pitch backfired but his showmanship and exhibitionism could not detract from Grobbelaar's undoubted talent and remarkable agility.

He made more than 600 appearances in 13 years at Anfield, which brought him 13 major medals comprising six League titles, a European Cup, three FA Cup and three League Cup, ironically a total matched by Clemence over his two-club career. Grobbelaar's goal-line "wobble" against Roma in the dramatic 1984 European Cup Final penalty shoot-out, which prompted Graziani to miss, is an enduring memory. He joined Southampton in 1994, later playing for Plymouth, Bury, Lincoln, Motherwell, Chesham United and Northwich Victoria, coaching Zimbabwe

Places for this evening are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. A table of 10 is £200 or £20 per person

To book a place or table please contact:

 

Grant McIndoe

Tel: 07769 538012

Email: egmcindoe@yahoo.co.uk

14-01-08: CBFC JOINS THE BEST OF COLWYN BAY
Colwyn Bay Football Club is looking to increase links with local businesses by taking up membership of the local business networking & directory website “Best of Colwyn Bay”.

The membership involves regular meetings with local businesses as well as the club providing the venue for meetings where over 100 local businesses regularly attend. The club also plans to give a presentation to the group on its future plans.

To view the Colwyn Bay Football Club link please click here:  (http://www.thebestof.co.uk/colwyn%20bay/57000/1/1/the_best_of.aspx)

REVIEW COLWYN BAY FOOTBALL CLUB & WIN £500
The club invites supporters and users of our facilities to leave a review on the website for a chance to win £500!

To enter the draw simply post a review of Colwyn Bay Football Club. For each review or recommendation you make by 25th January 2008 your name will be entered into a draw to win £500* to spend with a featured business on thebestofcolwynbay. The more times you enter, the greater the chances of winning!

14-01-08: FUNDRAISING MEETING
Club Patron comedian John Martin is looking to pull together some ideas and a team of volunteers to help with fundraising activities in order to help contribute towards general club running costs, equipment, ground improvements and to also help support a competitive team budget for the manager

John is asking for any interested people to meet with him in the Club Lounge on Monday 21st Jan @ 7pm.

John says: “Its just to see if we can start getting organized on a few things for the summer to give us a bit of a financial kick-start to next seasons playing budget & help towards general running costs of the club. So, if anyone can spare an hour lets see if we can knock a couple of ideas together and get something started for this coming close season. All are welcome!”

 The Club Lounge bar will also be open.

 This is a great opportunity for anyone willing to get involved to step forward and help support the club.

04-01-08: DEFENDER SIGNS
Colwyn Bay FC have signed defender Lee Hoolickin from Barrow in time for him to make his debut in tomorrow's (January 5) Unibond President's Cup game at Ossett Albion. Manager Gary Finley comments: "Lee has played in the Conference north and was with me at Southport, and at 26 I see him as a very good signing for us." Hoolickin started his career as a trainee with Carlisle United and after being released in 2002 he played for Workington and Leigh RMI and then Southport, before joining Barrow in July last year.

 

 

04-01-08: DIRECTOR RESIGNS
Colwyn Bay Football Club announce the resignation from the Board of Directors of Mr. Mike Roberts. The club would like to place on record its appreciation of Mike's dedication & efforts to the club over a number of years.

28-12-07: MATT GETS THE CHOP (in aid of the Youth Academy)
Colwyn Bay FC Steward Matt Saxon (pictured right) recently shaved off over 4 years worth of hair growth in order to help raise funds for the proposed new CBFC Youth Academy. The trim took place during half-time of the recent Burton Albion FA Trophy game. Colwyn Bay Player Robbie Williams was all too pleased to do the honors. Due to the generosity of the Colwyn Bay & Burton Albion supporters and officials Matt was able to raise over £250 on the day.
As well as Stewarding on match days, Matt also assists CBFC under 14's Manager Mark Williams after having recently achieved the Football Leader Coaching Qualification and now has his sights set on achieving the UEFA "C" License.

The club wishes to thank Matt for his efforts in raising a fantastic amount of money which will go towards the set-up costs of the new Youth Academy.

19-12-07: FREE TICKETS FOR SCHOOLS
The clubs campaign to encourage local youngsters to Colwyn Bay home matches continues this week with over 1,800 tickets for this Saturdays Carlton game being delivered to Eirias High and Pendorlan Primary School. The club is hoping to equal the success of the Brigg Town match where over 100 school children took advantage of the offer and braved the atrocious weather conditions to come and support the Bay.

19-12-07: NEW MEMBER ADDED TO BOARD
Colwyn Bay Football Club is pleased to announce a 5th signing in 2 weeks, this time to the clubs Strategic Planning Board. Mr. Steve Jones, owner of Rhyl & Chester based Jones & Poole Mortgage Advisors has jumped onboard to add his business expertise to the club. Mr. Jones also has previous experience in football during his successful 2 year reign as Chairman of Prestatyn Town FC.

Managing Director Darren Cartwright comments "We are delighted that Steve has decided to join us and add even more strength to the Boardroom. Steve is excited to be involved and about the direction that the club is going in. We are always willing to sit down and talk to people who are interested to get involved with the football club. Clubs such as Colwyn Bay need as many people as possible to contribute. I believe the future is very exciting for the club especially with the calibre of people who are now stepping forward to get involved to help compliment the great team that we already have here."

12-12-07: MIDFIELDER SIGNS
Mike Garrity
Colwyn Bay Football Club have completed a third addition to the squad ahead of the Burton Albion game with the signing of midfielder Mike Garrity from Conference North side Vauxhall Motors.

A clever midfielder originally with West Brom, the 27 year old has also played for Altrincham and Witton Albion and along with other recent signings Lee Spike & Chris Taylor is not cup tied for the FA Trophy game against Burton Albion on Saturday.

Manager Gary Finley believes the quality of the recent signings made will help boost the clubs promotion ambitions.

12-12-07: BAY IN DOUBLE SWOOP
Colwyn Bay FC have made further signings ahead of the Burton Albion match with former Aberystwith striker Lee Spike and experienced former TNS defender Chris Taylor joining the club. Manager Gary Finley comments “Lee will add height and power up front while Chris Taylor will add experience to the defence”

Lee Spike
Powerful 6ft 3, 27 Year Old striker whose former clubs include Rhyl & Aberystwth. Lee has scored 23 goals in 64 appearances in the Welsh Premier.   

 

Chris Taylor
Experienced defender who has played with Bangor, Conwy (InterToto Cup 1996) and Rhyl. Rejoined the Lillies in June 2005 after a mutual release from TNS. Moved to Connah's Quay Nomads in the summer of 2006 but was released in January 2007 to join Cammell Laird, just one game short of making 300 Welsh Premier appearances

12-12-07: MONEY RAISED FOR MARGARET
The club would like to thank all supporters, players and staff for the money collected in memory of Margaret Jones. An incredible sum of £875 was raised and will be donated to Cancer Research and Colwyn Bay Hospital.

02-12-07: NORTH WALES COAST FA CUP - CLUB STATEMENT
After much deliberation we have recently informed the North Wales Coast FA of our withdrawal from the NWCFA Challenge Cup for this season.

Due to the fact we play more league games than any other team in the competition, our progress in various cup competitions this season has created a fixture build up that will get worse as the season progresses. The club has taken this decision out of respect to our planned opponents Pwllheli, and the Competition as a whole, we withdraw at this time rather than later (if we had progressed).

Our circumstances this season have been further disadvantaged by the FAW interpretation on player registrations which uniquely affects ourselves in the league in which we compete. These rules prevent us having a wider pool of players to call upon when fixture congestion issues emerge.

30-11-07: COLWYN BAY ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP WITH GREENTHUMB
Colwyn Bay Football club are pleased to announce their latest partnership agreement; this time with GreenThumb Lawn Services. 

The club already has a well earned reputation for one of the best playing surfaces around, but has now reached agreement with the turf specialists to ensure the club's facilities are maintained and even more impressive in future, especially when added to the recent ground improvements at Llanelian Road.  A comprehensive 12 month programme using the latest techniques have been tailored to meet the needs of the playing surface which when combined with the dedication of Grounds man Elfed Morris will ensure envious looks from other clubs for seasons to come. 

Alasdair Boyes, Greethumb’s North Wales Manager "GreenThumb Lawn Service's are happy to announce an exciting new partnership between GreenThumb and Colwyn Bay F.C. We await seeing the pitch improve after our treatments have been applied, and look forward to a productive relationship."

Pictured (Left to right) Steven Taylor- Technical Advisor GreenThumb, CBFC Commercial Manager Carol Beard, Alasdair Boyes GreenThumb Branch Manager North Wales, Colwyn Bay Football Club Managing Director Darren Cartwright

22-11-07: MARGARET JONES
It is with great regret and sadness we have to report that Club director Margaret Jones passed away last night after a short illness. Margaret made a massive contribution to our club down the years with over half a century’s service. She became a key member of the committee that built the club up from the ashes following the problems of the 1960s. In many ways she could be seen as a trail blazer for female involvement in football as it was not fashionable for women to hold senior positions in clubs at that time. A familiar face on match days serving in the canteen it was only in the last few years that she stepped down from that role to concentrate on serving teas in the boardroom. Margaret would attend games home and away, up and down the country until in recent seasons when she attended only the matches at Llanelian Road. She has been a constant at the club through various changes at boardroom level retaining a dignity and carrying a perspective on matters that had to be admired.  She will be remembered as someone who put the club interests first on all occasions; not least when making a significant contribution in our battles through the courts with the FAW in the early 1990s.

Margaret will be missed by all at the club.

A minute’s silence will be observed prior to the FA Trophy match this Saturday against Sheffield. 

The funeral will be held at St John’s Church Old Colwyn on Wednesday 28th November at 09:45 am.

21-11-07: CBFC STAFF CHRISTMAS PARTY 2007
Colwyn Bay Football Club are holding their staff Christmas party on the 8th December. The clubs Directors will be issuing the staff's tickets over the coming weeks to all the volunteers who have contributed their time and effort to the running of the club. The evening will start at 20:00 till midnight at the club lounge. There will be a DJ and a buffet will be provided and children will be made welcome. All staff will receive a complimentary drink on their arrival

21-11-07: CBFC APPOINT MARKETING ASSISTANT
Colwyn Bay Football Club has appointed a new marketing assistant Mr. Mike Burvill, who is based in Colwyn Bay, will now play a major role in the design and production of the clubs promotional materials.

Mike is experienced in the field of art and design and is currently employed full time by media broadcaster S4C.

Darren Cartwright, Director of Marketing at the club:
“I have known Mike for a number of years having worked with him on various projects outside football, so I was delighted when he accepted the position. As with all other roles at the football club he is doing this on a voluntary basis and out of love for the club. It is so important that we project the right image and increase the profile of the club in the community and the marketing assistant role will help us achieve that”.

Having always been passionate about art and design, Mike said he was delighted to be involved in helping out his local football team.

15-11-07: POSTER DISTRIBUTERS WANTED
As part of a drive to increase attendances by making people aware of when games take place, the club is looking for volunteers who would be willing to distribute Match Posters in their local area by putting posters up in the pubs, shops, take-away's and newsagents etc. Posters will be made available by the club and will need to be distributed on a monthly basis. It may only take an hour or two of your time but would provide the club much needed exposure and help encourage people through the gate.

We need match poster distributors to cover the following areas:

• Colwyn Bay Town Centre

• Old Colwyn

• Rhos-on-Sea

• Penrhyn Bay

• Llandulas

• Mochdre

• Llandudno

• Abergele

• + other local towns, villages

Any volunteers willing to help distribute match posters in these areas please contact Marketing Director Darren Cartwright either on a matchday, by calling 07899 921865 or via email @ contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

Many thanks for your support.

14-11-07: KEVIN RATCLIFFE SPORTSMANS EVENING SUCCESS!!!
The club would like to thank everyone involved in organizing and taking part in the Sportsman’s Evening on Wednesday night. The function, which as well as being a much needed fundraiser for the club, provided the audience with great entertainment courtesy of our very own Patron, the hilarious John Martin along with Everton & Wales legend Kevin Ratcliffe, both men had the audiences in stitches throughout the night

“It was a very successful evening for the club with Kevin Ratcliffe & John Martin putting on a show to be remembered by all” said event organise Grant McIndoe

Colwyn Bay FC Patron John Martin commented “it was a fabulous night with many new faces there. The night was a great success. Kevin was amazed by his welcome but I wasn’t because the audience were true football people who recognized a truly great player and son of Wales”  

Tables were taken by:  Precom Water Technologies, Inner Frame, Rhuddlan Golf Club, Colwyn Bay F.C. Supporters, Jones & Poole Mortgage Advisors, Conchers Funeral Directors, Colwyn Bay Leisure Centre, Llandrillo College, Conwy Councilors,

Due to the success the next Sportsman’s Evening has now been already been planned in for January 30th 2008 with the guest speaker to be named shortly.    

25-10-07: BAY SIGN EX-EVERTON PLAYER
Colwyn Bay FC are pleased to announce the signing of ex-Everton full-back Stephen Wynn from Marine Athletic. A skilful, attacking fullback Stephen began his career at Everton where he played alongside the club's youngest ever goal scorer James Vaughan for the Under 17 side. Steve also appeared regularly at right back for Everton reserves alongside the likes of Richard Wright and Jamie McFadden. At the beginning of the 2005-6 season Stephen earned a place in the first team squad and was given the Number 32 shirt but after failing to make the final step into the first team itself was released in May 2006. Since his release from Everton Stephen has featured for Marine, Bangor City & Lancaster.

20-09-07: FINANCE CONTROLLER RESIGNS
Dave Marsh has resigned from the post of Finance Controller (formerly Treasurer) from Colwyn Bay Football Club. He has been replaced by Diann Mitchell who comes in with a vast experience of company finance & bookkeeping . The club would like to place on record its appreciation of Dave’s efforts over the past 3 years.

17-09-07: CBFC DRAW BARROW IN FA CUP
Earlier today Colwyn Bay were drawn away against Conference North side Barrow who are currently 12th in their league. The tie will be played on Saturday 29th September with a 3pm kick off.

Barrow average attendance is over 1,000 fans and Colwyn Bay will need all the support it can get from the fans. To this end the club will be putting on an additional supporters coach and to reserve a place a please call Trefor on 07765 298912 or email contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk  Cost will be £10 adult, £5 for Children under 14 (accompanied with adult).

Pick-up times will be posted on the “Away Travel” section of the website shortly.

16-09-07: NEW STEWARD SPONSOR
With Colwyn Bay’s excellent start to the season, Tuesday's win over Kidsgrove put the team second in the table and, as a result, the crowds at Llanelian Road have continued to rise.  The club has had to respond to this increase in interest and the volunteer stewards are now embarking on an NVQ course in Stewarding to ensure spectator safety is maintained.   
To look the part they now sport High Visibility Vests supplied by GE Tools Ltd and these were worn for the first time in the game v Kidsgrove. 

Neil Coleclough director of G E Tools Ltd of Rhyl (www.thepowertoolcentre.com) commented "We are pleased to be associated with the club's success" 

Stewards wearing their new vests supplied by GE Tools Ltd prior to Tuesday's game.

15-09-07: REPLICA SHIRTS - Update
Due to a delay in delivery from the supplier, this seasons replica shirt will now be available at the next home game. The club wishes to apologise to its supporters for the delay and any inconvenience caused.

To order this seasons replica shirt and for further info please contact Sheila on 07851 197369 or email contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

13-09-07: REPLICA SHIRTS
This season’s replica shirt is expected to be available from the Club Shop at this Saturdays home game against Parkgate for fans who have already placed orders. At this stage the replica shirt will not feature a shirt sponsor logo whilst the club continues in negotiations with interested parties.

To order this seasons replica shirt and for further info please contact Sheila on 07851 197369 or email contact@colwynbayfc.co.uk

03-09-07: LIVE UNIBOND MATCHES

 NPL TV formerly known as Unibond TV is back and this year all highlights are free of charge. The new service kicked off with the game played last Saturday between Fleetwood Town and Hednesford Town and upcoming highlights will include the games between Stamford AFC v Ashton United, Matlock Town v North Ferriby United and Ilkeston Town v Witton Albion. Highlights will be available to view from lunchtime every Monday. Please ensure that you watch on a PC using Explorer. The service will be expanded to include other browsers such as Firefox in the near future. To view please go to www.unibondleague.com and then click on the NPL TV Banner. Also available to view is the archive of all matches filmed last season. Again you can view these free of charge. Following the success of the LIVE screenings of the Unibond League play-off semi-final and final, NPL TV is also going to include regular LIVE games starting on September 11th and the game between Colwyn Bay and Kidsgrove Athletic. Then on September 26th the clash between Gateshead FC and Guiseley AFC will also be screened LIVE. Both programmes will start at 19:25 and will cost just £3.95 per game. Thank you for your continued support and we hope that you enjoy the new look NPL TV over the coming season.

 

 

14-08-07: GROUND GRADING ACHIEVED
Whilst excitement builds ahead of the big kick off this weekend for Colwyn Bay FC, the club received a massive off the field boost last weekend. Following an inspection by the UniBond League of Llanelian Road on Saturday, the club are delighted to learn that not only have the improvements met the stated requirements for a ‘D’ grading, the work has so impressed the inspector that the ground has been recommended to receive a ‘C’ grading.  In effect it means the club can not only retain its place in the current league but has a ground eligible for promotion if achieved on the field.