[81][82] He was sacked after only six months in charge,[83][84] and Ray Mathias was brought in as interim manager. [33] The 1996–97 season proved to be the most successful in the club's history: Stockport finished second in the Second Division and reached the semi-final of the League Cup, in which they eliminated three Premiership teams before losing 2–1 against Middlesbrough over two legs. However, as these matches were classified as 'test' matches they are not recognised on international records. You can hear the audio feed of our home clash with Eastleigh from 18:55 tonight (Tuesday March 23). For the first time ever, the AFC STOCKPORT HALL OF FAME is introduced at the club. [4][d], Danny Bergara was appointed manager in March 1989, and gained automatic promotion to the Third Division in 1990–91. The club experimented for a short time with an Argentina-style kit, light blue and white stripes with black shorts, after the 1978 World Cup. [70][71], In April 2009, Stockport County was placed into administration due to a loan to a creditor of around £300,000, and a tax debt of £250,000 to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs. [74][75] In July, administrators agreed to a company voluntary arrangement with the previous shareholders and creditors. [64][65] Former County player Jim Gannon was appointed manager, initially as caretaker manager. ... he has rightfully been immortalised into the Club’s Hall of Fame and will always be a huge part of County’s history. [76] The Melrose Consortium bid was rejected by the Football League, however, in March 2010. [8] After spending one season in the Lancashire Combination,[9] the club was readmitted to the Football League. [7] County finished in the bottom three for their first four seasons, and failed to gain re-election at the end of the 1903–04 season. [45] Eric Webster managed Stockport on five separate occasions, four of which were as caretaker manager during the 1980s, having first joined the club in 1974 as youth coach. Authored by football historian Rob Galvin and the Museum's founding curator Mark Bushell, it is updated every year with the newest inductees, containing an in-depth profile about the career and reputation of each one, along with a select exhibit from the Museum … This was dismissed by chairman Peter Snape,[155] before Sale Sharks confirmed that they would be moving to Salford City Reds' new stadium. [28][29], In the early 1930s, Stockport County played in a black and white home kit, and were briefly nicknamed the 'Lilywhites'. [56] During the mid-1960s, the Football League introduced a minimum admission price for all clubs in the four professional tiers, attempting to boost revenue for smaller clubs. In addition, the football was again removed from the shield. Stockport stabilised on and off the pitch in the following seasons, and won promotion to the fifth tier in 2018–19. Stockport County Football Club is a professional football club in Stockport, England, that competes in the National League, the fifth tier of the English football league system. 1. [102] McKnight announced his resignation in April 2014. [191][192], Stockport County Supporters' Co-operative is the other active supporters' group. County Launch Virtual P.E Sessions With schools breaking up for Easter we wanted to ensure our junior fans were staying active during their Easter break. Stockport County: A Complete Record. [149], The stadium had one main stand that ran the length of the pitch, and a raised bank behind one of the goals. [95][96] It left Stockport County as the only tenants at Edgeley Park. Saturday’s win extended Stockport’s unbeaten run in the league to six games, something of a recovery after back to back defeats against Notts County and Hartlepool, and gave new manager Simon Rusk, the former Brighton Under 23 manager appointed last month after the departure of … Centre-half Finley, 18, has risen through the ranks at the Stockport County Academy, signing a one-year professional contract with the Club in the Summer. Current odds: West Ham United (-1.5): (-138) Stockport County (+1.5): (+108) • Stockport County are looking to inflict a major FA Cup upset on West Ham when the non-league side take on the Premier League outfit on Monday night. The medals hanging from the lion's rampant (which represented Cheshire and Lancashire, owing to Stockport's location astride the River Mersey which forms the historic border between the two counties) were removed. But that's just a part of Peel's quite remarkable record and level of commitment to Cheshire Golf that is very unlikely to be eclipsed. [41] Bernard and Trautmann decided to move matches to Friday evenings in an attempt to increase revenue. [198] The rivalry is made more complex by the large number of Manchester City supporters who reside in Stockport. Stockport County was formed in 1883 as Heaton Norris Rovers at McLaughlin's Cafe in Heaton Norris, by a group of pupils from Stockport Sunday School. [89] He won only three of nineteen matches before resigning, after his position had been undermined by a fans' meeting in November. As a result, County moved all their home games to Friday evening, which generated larger crowds and extra business in surrounding pubs and restaurants. As the two nearby Manchester clubs have rarely been in the same division as Stockport, historically there has been little rivalry with either club until the 1990s, when the rivalry between County and Manchester City took form between 1997 and 2002. [163][164], With both Manchester United and Manchester City F.C. [57] Former England international Carlton Palmer was appointed in November 2001,[58][59] but he failed to save the club from relegation to the third tier that season. Stockport's original colours were possibly red and white, although other sources suggest they wore blue and white during their early years. The club is nicknamed "The Hatters" after the town's former hat-making industry. Stockport County had an average away attendance of over 900, the highest in the division. “The Mason County Sports Hall of Fame is proud to recognize, honor and enshrine these outstanding athletes for the Class of 2020,” stated Hall President Vic Burwell. Stockport County have announced the passing of a former favourite Bob Murray. This change was made in part because as of the 2010–11 season, Stockport County was sponsored by the town's Metropolitan Borough Council. From the mid-1930s to the mid-1960s, County played in white jerseys and black shorts. [151] The Green Lane site was later used for housing. The Windsor Fastpitch Softball Hall of Fame encourages the public to submit their nominations for consideration. The team won their first league championship in 1922, the newly created Third Division North. Current manager in bold. 2. However, Colin Murphy was brought in for his second spell as manager, and Stockport gained 45 points from their final 31 games to remain in the division, although Murphy left shortly after the season. [95][96] In January 2013, former fcbusiness magazine editor, 30-year-old Ryan McKnight was named as the chief executive officer at County. [173][e], The support from County fans has often been cited by managers and players,[178][179] with the fans influence likened to having a twelfth player on the field. Stockport County F.C. We want to reassure fans that every decision made, we believe to be in the best long-term interests of the Club. [13][14] Stockport gained 22 votes and retained their Football League status. [172] This attendance was broken again three times in the following three seasons. p. 236. They have played at various times in a white jersey with a blue band and blue shorts, and a blue jersey with white pin stripes and white shorts. [5], Stockport left Green Lane in 1902 and moved to Edgeley Park,[2][6] which was also home to rugby league club Stockport RFC. Vanarama National League North County posted a tribute to him on their website as they mourn the death of a club hero. [citation needed], During the 1939–40 season, Stockport played only two matches before the Second World War started; the Football League was suspended and did not resume until 1946. Derby: Breedon Books. [170] There was a further increase the following season with Stockport's away support outnumbering home supporters on a number of occasions. [108][109] In 2017, a local search was carried out to locate descendants of the club's founders. Billy Dee and the newly-formed board of directors held their first meeting that same year. [72][73] Two months later, County's administrator, Leonard Curtis, announced terms had been agreed with the Melrose Consortium—headed by ex-Manchester City player Jim Melrose—for the sale of the club. Derby: Breedon Books. Bringing 20 years of football industry experience to Edgeley Park, this newly formed role will see Alex manage all areas of football administration, from player contracts, co-ordination with the league and regulatory bodies to operational processes at the Training Centre and matchdays. Jim Gannon has parted company with Stockport County National League promotion chasers Stockport County have sensationally parted company with legendary manager Jim Gannon. A GOLFER connected to the Cheshire Cat competition has been honoured with a place in the county's Hall of Fame. [221] The other players involved were: Robert Clare, Michael Rose, Ashley Williams, Gareth Owen, Stephen Gleeson, Jason Taylor, Adam Griffin, David Poole, Damien Allen, Anthony Pilkington, Tony Dinning, Dominic Blizzard, Liam Dickinson, Adam Proudlock, Tes Bramble and Anthony Elding.[222]. The 52-year-old led the Hatters to the National League North title in 2018-19 and recently celebrated his 500th game in charge of the club he represented with aplomb as a player. [101] The club announced it was to lose its full-time status, and proceeded with a part-time model. Correct as of the end of the 2018–19 season. A century ago, to the very weekend, the Hatters defeated Manchester United 2-1 in the old Second Division. The team have played in blue and white kits since 1914; their original colours were red and white. 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Stockport came from behind to win the game and earn promotion to League One. [152] The Manchester City Council ultimately decreed that rugby union club Sale Sharks would make better tenants. [88] Dietmar Hamann, who had no prior managerial experience, was named manager in July 2011. [6][118] The twin-towered castle above the shield is Stockport Castle, which stood until 1775.[119]. Interim or caretaker managers are not included. [118] The blue shield is taken from the coat of arms of the de Stokeport family, from whom Stockport derives its name. Through exhibits, publications, and educational programs, the museum teaches its diverse audiences about the enduring beauty and cultural importance of country … [122][123], Heaton Norris Rovers originally played home matches at the Heaton Norris Recreation Ground, then at various locations in Stockport until settling at a park on Green Lane, Heaton Norris, in 1889. FULL-TIME: County 4 (Bennett, 3; Reid, 35; Rooney (2 penalties), 68 and 79), Chesterfield 0. [42] Trautmann resigned from his position in 1966. [30] On 23 July 1935, Edgeley Park's wooden main stand burned down, which caused damage to neighbouring houses. United in December 2015. [10] In October 1908, it was confirmed that Stockport County would become a 'limited liability company'. What will be the match result? This list contains the names of all past players/club staff who have been inducted into the Stockport County Hall of Fame. [1][30] No set pattern has been established for the use of blue and white as the team's main colours. [116][117], The club former crest, which was used from 1991 until 2010 when the club exited administration, was based on the arms of the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport. [66][67] He led the club to safety in 2005–06,[68] and sustained a promotion challenge the next season but eventually missed out on the League Two play-offs on goal difference. Two league championships followed in 1937 (Third Division North) and 1967 (Fourth Division). [39][40] During the 1964–65 season, Stockport chairman Vic Bernard re-introduced the royal blue strip,[30] and hired former Manchester City goalkeeper Bert Trautmann as the club's general manager to improve its image. The ballroom in the town hall served as a hospital during the First World War and to was used as a home for refugees from the Channel Islands during the Second World War. [20][21][b] The club's goalkeeper Harry Hardy was called up for the England national team in 1924,[23][24] and kept a clean sheet in a 4–0 win against Belgium. Tthe stars, together with hundreds of County supporters, made sure that the historic occasion was commemorated properly, The evening started with the individual introduction of each player; the noise that greeted each one made the hair stand on the back of your neck, Over dinner guests listened to apologies sent by Paul Hart, Chris Marsden, Len Allchurch, Paul Jones and Brett Angell, Then a special video chronicalling some of the fantastic moments during the club’s glorious history nearly brought the house down, Amazingly, the unannounced arrival of Andy Preece coincided with a clip of his never-to-be-forgotten goal against Queens Park Rangers, The appearance of Preecey also sparked an emotional response from Kevin Francis who leapt from his seat and ran to embrace him, The highlight of the evening, though, was the formation of the Stockport County Hall of Fame, Jon Keighren, who did a fantastic job comparing the event – ably assisted by County fanatic Marcus Heap – made presentations to a number of very special people who have made significant contributions to Stockport County’s history, Unfortunately the likes of Joe Butler, Jack Connor, Billy Bocking and Jimmy Stevenson are no longer with us but it was wonderful to see their respective families represented, James and Joseph Connor cut short a family holiday in Ireland to collect the award made to their father, the greatest goalscorer that Stockport County is likely to ever see, Betty Stevenson made the trip from Scotland to represent her dad who served the club on and off the field for 50 years, And, when Ina Bocking, daughter of the inimitable Billy, made her way to the stage the applause was deafening, The club’s top-five players in the appearance and scoring charts were automatically entered into the Hall along with a number of other players selected by supporters, And it was the fans’ choice of Player of the Century that brought the loudest roars of all, Then, when the noise subsided, there was still time for Director Mark Maguire to make one more, and very special presentation, In a heart-warming speach our new director chronicled the progress made by the club since the arrival of Brendan Elwood in 1989, And it was a clearly, very emotional chairman, who made his way forward to accept his place in the Stockport County Hall of Fame, Apropriately it was the final nomination on a night that will never be forgotten by all those fortunate enough to be present, In May 2004 three more legends were entered into the Stockport County Hall of Fame – Johnny Price, Danny Bergara and Harry Hardy, In April 2005 three more legends were entered into the Stockport County Hall of Fame – Dave Jones, Tommy Sword and Micky Quinn, In May 2006 four more legends were entered into the Stockport County Hall of Fame – Rodger Wylde, Lee Todd, Len White and Eric Webster. (90 Min+Inj) West Ham United: Win By 2+ Goals @ Stockport County: Win, Draw or Lose By 1 . [31][32] A new main stand was built in 1936 and officially opened by Charles Sutcliffe, then president of the Football League. The Pictou County Sports Hall of Fame opened its doors in 1989 on Power Plant Road in Trenton. [46][47] Following the introduction of automatic promotion and relegation between the Football League and the Football Conference at the start of the 1986–87 season, Stockport faced the prospect of non-League football, with just six points from 13 games. [19] The manager Albert Williams was presented with the trophy seven days later, before the final home game against Lincoln City. County then played in the Football League continuously for 106 years until 2011, mostly in the lower divisions. [45][208], Stockport County won nine league matches in succession without conceding a goal from January to March 2007 under manager Jim Gannon, a Football League record. The club's kit was manufactured by local company Umbro, who supplied all three kits for the 2013–14 season. . Edgeley Park has been home to Stockport County for 114 years, moving in in 1902. Stockport County FC is keen to maintain good relations with all clubs – including those which its supporters don't like very much. [37][38], The regional Third Divisions were combined into the national Third and Fourth Divisions after the 1957–58 campaign. Your email address will not be shared with any 3rd parties, By continuing to use the site, you agree to the use of cookies. [85] Despite an upturn in results, County were relegated to the Football Conference for the first time in their history. Defunct clubs in, This page was last edited on 11 April 2021, at 19:42. [193][194] It runs the Stockport County Appearance Number Scheme (SCAN), where every player who has played a first-team game is recognised with a framed certificate and a number which shows their position on the list of players who made their debut for the club.[195][196]. Stockport County: A Complete Record. located around 7 miles (11 km) from Edgeley Park, Stockport County has always struggled for local support. The attendances for these matches were: 5,783 vs. Stockport County Borough was created by the Municipal Corporations Act 1835 when the existing Borough of Stockport was reformed as a municipal borough.Until 1835 the town was governed by a charter dating from circa 1220 granted by Ranulph de Blondeville, 4th Earl of Chester. The Club are delighted to announce the appointment of Alex Cowdy as Head of Football Administration. [4] The club changed its name to Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport. [17], The 1920–21 campaign saw Stockport finish bottom of the Second Division; however, instead of facing re-election, they were placed in the new Third Division North. Stockport County have taken the 'extremely difficult decision' to part ways with manager Jim Gannon. Stockport County Football Club is a professional football club in Stockport, England, that competes in the National League, the fifth tier of the English football league system. Statistics only include full-time managers. A new company, Cheshire Sport, was established,[62] which combined ownership of Stockport County, Sale Sharks and the Edgeley Park stadium. The five inductees come from a variety of ages and represent three different schools making up the current Van Buren County district. Stockport first joined the Football League in 1900 but had to seek re-election in 1904. The Hall is on permanent display at the Museum. [210][220] Wayne Hennessey, then on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers, kept a clean sheet in his first nine games in professional football. [185][186] They also organised the 'Players Fund',[187][188] which paid the wages of young players,[189] and gave the Stockport County Supporters' Co-operative shares in the club. [120] The crest was further altered in 2011 to re-include the town's motto. Stockport marked their 125th anniversary during 2008 by bringing in a third kit—a gold colour with black trim. Elwood sold the club to Sale Sharks owner Brian Kennedy in a move that would see Sale play their home games at Edgeley Park. Formed in 1883 as Heaton Norris Rovers, it was renamed Stockport County in 1890 after the County Borough of Stockport. [93][107] He stabilised the club on the pitch and finished around the play-offs places for the next two seasons. 3. [157], Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council purchased the stadium in 2015, to prevent it from being demolished and redeveloped. Five Players are announced today to receive this ultimate recognition by the club and then two more will be added at the start of every year. [149], In 1995, a new 5,000 all-seated Cheadle End stand was built to replace the terrace. You can change this and find out more by following. [69] The team continued their success during the 2007–08 season and reached the play-offs in which they faced Rochdale in the Final at Wembley. Keep up with what’s on by liking our page! [18] The team won their first Football League title in 1921–22, when they defeated Darlington in front of 18,500 fans at Edgeley Park. Stockport County have parted company with manager Jim Gannon just days after their defeat to Notts County in the FA Trophy. [11][12] The team remained in the Second Division for seven years until the 1912–13 season, when they again had to seek re-election. [161][162] It is currently leased back to the club. Freeman, Peter; Harnwell, Richard (1994). The team’s nickname of “The Hatters” originates from the town’s former hat-making industry. [180][181] Between the 2006–07 and 2009–10 seasons, the squad number 12 was allocated to the 'Blue & White Army', in reference to the fans being the team's 12th man. Stockport was Umbro's flagship partner for their relaunch in the UK. [25][26][c] Stockport remained in the Third Division North during the 1920s, with two consecutive second-place finishes but failed to gain promotion. [31] Green Lane was retained for use by the club's reserve team, although one further first team game was played at the ground in April 1903, when Edgeley Park was used by the rugby club. 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