[73] Stoke and Vale first met on 2 December 1882, and played out a total of 44 Football League games up until 10 February 2002, when the two clubs last met in the Second Division; Stoke won the first match 10, whilst Vale were 10 victors in the latest encounter. Match ticket and travel information for the Vale's trip to Cheltenham Town on Saturday 28 January (3pm kick-off). ", "The manager's a key appointment," chief executive Colin Garlick told BBC Radio Stoke. Sheffield Wednesday have sold their 3,700. And we know we can compete there.". Carol Shanahan said: "We have spent a lot of time looking at successful clubs and clubs that have failed. He steered the club clear of relegation trouble, finishing eight points clear after last Saturday's 1-1 draw at Bury on the final game of the season. Doors open at 7pm for the 7.30pm start. "They've gone out on a limb to secure the ownership of the club. "[61] He went on to claim that fans protests against him had cost the club a 500,000 stadium sponsorship deal, that he had never received a "formal offer" for the club and that he would put the club into administration if no new owner was in place by 5 May. [79] Supporters also produced three unofficial fanzines. Alternatively, please email ifollow@efl.com - note that live chat is recommended for the quickest response on a matchday. [11] In 1892, the club were invited to become founder members of the Football League Second Division after proving themselves a strong club in the Midland League. The decline was arrested when manager Micky Adams achieved automatic promotion from League Two in the 201213 season, though they were relegated back into League Two at the end of the 201617 season after a failed experiment with a continental staff and playing style. [55] They stabilised in the division under new boss Rob Page, before chairman Norman Smurthwaite orchestrated the departure of Page and his squad in favour of the club's first foreign manager, Bruno Ribeiro, in June 2016. He took over as chairman of Port Vale in 2013, having been a key figure in the boardroom as the club secured promotion out of League Two in 201213. They spent 16 non-consecutive seasons in the Second Division, punctuated by winning the Third Division North title in 192930, before dropping back into the third tier for a much longer stay at the end of the 193536 campaign. Carol (pictured) said: I am absolutely overwhelmed by this honour which reflects the hard work and generosity of everyone involved with the Hubb Foundation and Port Vale Community Hub. [35] Upon appointing Portuguese manager Bruno Ribeiro, the club's first manager from outside Britain, Smurthwaite stated that: "It has been a long, extensive process but I'm absolutely certain we have the right man for the job. [65], A table of kit suppliers and shirt sponsors appear below:[66]. [92] Port Vale's largest Football League victory was a 91 win over Chesterfield in the Second Division in 1932, while the heaviest loss was 100 to Sheffield United in 1892 in the same division. [11] The concern in January was over the future of manager Micky Adams, and the apparent reluctance of Smurthwaite to offer a contract despite the positive results on the field as the manager's contract came close to its expiry at the end of the season; once a contract was promised Adams stated that "He has talked about it, now he has to deliver. [42], The club came out of administration in 200304 under a fan-ownership consortium headed by Bill Bratt's Valiant 2001 consortium. [45] A rival consortium also offered the same figure, but Smurthwaite rejected both offers. More than 6,500 activity packs were also been delivered to youngsters across the city. [87] Another famous fan is darts legend Phil Taylor; Burslem born, "The Power" is a 16 time world champion of the sport. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. [68] The capacity was increased to a sell-out 49,768 for an FA Cup tie with Aston Villa in 1960. "We're behind the eight ball with regard to season ticket sales, which have been quite poor and that has to be a concern. His nephew, Phil Sproson, made 500 appearances in all competitions. Port Vale players take part in a training session. [1] However, documented evidence of football from that era is extremely scarce and research by historian Jeff Kent indicated that it was probably formed in 1879 as an offshoot of Porthill Victoria F.C. [104] The name was changed to Port Vale F.C. "He's done a great job," said Carol Shanahan. The Shanahans are. [31] After three seasons in the third tier, Rudge's Vale achieved another promotion in 198889 after Robbie Earle scored the winning goal at Vale Park to complete a 21 aggregate play-off final victory over Bristol Rovers; this marked the club's return to the Second Division after a 33-year absence.[32]. He explained: "I have been offered a contract. They failed to build on this success however, although they went on to finish as champions of the first Fourth Division season under Norman Low's stewardship in 195859. Brian Horton resigned in February, and was replaced by Martin Foyle. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS: Jess Frost, Ben Martindale, Rachel Stanyer. [52] Aspin resigned five days later following a run of poor results. The vast majority of sales are usually in the final weeks before the Early Bird discounted period comes to an end, which is on June 30. [82][83], The club's most famous supporter is singer Robbie Williams, who was raised in Stoke-on-Trent. Through her position as co-chair of the local Opportunity Area Partnership Board, Carol facilitated links with school improvement projects to provide academic resources for young people (aligned to the curriculum) so they could continue to engage with education. [92] The most capped player is Chris Birchall, who earned 27 caps for Trinidad and Tobago while at the club. [21] Three years later, the club were again relegated, and once again became founder members of a division this time the Football League Fourth Division. If your football club is doing well and you have that feelgood factor, its like an epicentre. The freehold and the land around is now owned by the club.". He went on to invest in dozens of properties and retired at the age of 50. [62] The sale of both the club and the ground to the Shanahans was confirmed on 7 May, ending Smurthwaite's seven-year reign. [49], He bought the Liberty Way stadium off Nuneaton Town in July 2018 after the club entered financial difficulties. [62] The crest was removed in 1964, and replaced by a 'P.V.F.C.' [51] He was hospitalised after being struck by a car whilst walking outside Vale Park on 25 January 2019. Zestimate Home Value: $375,000. [44] Three days later he received a bid of 1.25 million for the club, matching his original purchase price in 2012. [64] From 1982 the club introduced a design based on that of a schoolchild who won a competition, which featured a bottle oven and the Stafford knot, associated with the city of Stoke-on-Trent's pottery industry and the history of the local area. records and statistics, List of Port Vale F.C. [67] In 1884, the club moved to the Burslem Football and Athletic ground, where they would stay for just two years. [29] Helped by the goals of prolific Welshman Andy Jones, Vale were promoted back to the third tier in 198586 after losing just once at Vale Park in the league all season. When people ask, Why did you buy the Vale?, I say, Well somebody had to and nobody else was going to do it. But had we not done so, it would have gone into liquidation and we would have lost the club. Wouldnt it be great if we got promoted next season? [12] They spent 13 seasons in the Second Division either side of a two-season return to the Midland League (189697 and 189798). [43] Smurthwaite issued a statement on 2 May apologising for relegation, and stated that he would be stepping down as chairman and would no longer attend games as he looked to sell the club. Stoke City also enjoy a higher support base in the city as a whole, especially in recent times when they have achieved promotion to the country's top division. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. I think that will encourage people to come and play at Port Vale.. [53] The club finally exited administration on 20 November 2012,[54] and Tom Pope scored 33 goals to fire Vale to promotion back to League One with a third-place finish. [1] He qualified as an engineer and inherited an engineering firm in Holbrooks at the age of 21 from a friend who was a "father figure" to him. [2], Smurthwaite was part of the investment group, led by Paul Wildes, that took Port Vale out of administration in November 2012. The manager has steered the Vale clear of relegation trouble since he was appointed on February 4. [75] One study in 2019 ranked the Port Vale-Stoke City rivalry as the joint-28th biggest rivalry in English professional football, with the Port Vale-Crewe Alexandra game being the 14th biggest rivalry. Port Vale boss John Askey says the club could need half a new squad drafting in this summer as he gets on with plans for the 2019/20 season. [31] He also admitted that he had been planning on buying Torquay United before being told by the Football League that he would not be allowed to own two clubs. Their deal to buy the club from Smurthwaite was agreed in principle in order for the two parties to enter confidential and exclusive talks in April. [25] The 197980 season saw Port Vale finish 20th in the Fourth Division (88th overall), the club's worst ever finish. The average household income in the Vale area is $66,005. [24] However, the 1970s did not prove a successful period for the Valiants, as the club languished in the bottom half of the Third Division for much of the decade. John Askey has confirmed he has been offered a new contract to stay at Port Vale - and is pressing on with plans to rebuild the squad this summer. The manager said: "I think it is possibly half a squad that we need to get. "He came in just as the transfer window had shut, but he fulfilled his task and gave the fans a lot of hope. Vale are the only English Football League club not to be named after a place; their name being a reference to the valley of ports on the Trent and Mersey Canal. [36] The team also had some success in the Anglo-Italian Cup, as they qualified for the final at Wembley, where they lost 52 to then Italian Serie B side Genoa. [42] Brown remained as caretaker-manager for the rest of the season, but was unable to save the club from relegation back into League Two. Video Unavailable Technical details : A problem was encountered - please try again later The Port Vale owner's son Patrick. Match ticket and travel information for the Vale's trip to Morecambe on Saturday 21 January (3pm kick-off). Speaking in advance of the deal, Supporters' Club chairman Mark Porter said: "I think the fans should come back in their thousands. Port Vale's new owners plan to improve the club on and off the pitch, but say they won't be making any rash promises. "If ever we had any doubt, the Notts County game showed us not to have doubts. It contains 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Port Vale currently play in England's fourth tier, the English Football League Two. As a result, season tickets are selling again, out-of-contract manager John Askey is in negotiations to stay next season and fans are smiling again. I am particularly proud of the work that the Hubb Foundation is doing in supporting children, young people and their families in some of our most deprived areas in the city. "There's been so much uncertainty," added Garlick. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. Vale were in serious danger of relegation from the English Football League when the former Macclesfield and Shrewsbury manager, son of former Vale player Colin Askey, took charge on 4 February. It is in negotiations because that is the way it works. "That can only help the manager of the football club. In fact, they reckon they are seeing people who have not bought a season ticket in years. [59] Manager Darrell Clarke returned from a close family bereavement to lead Vale through the League Two play-off semi-finals at the end of the 202122 season. showed us not to have doubts. Port Vale is under new ownership. [16], The club were relegated for the first time at the end of the 192829 season, going from the Second Division to the Third Division North. People feel that the club does have a future. If everything is right I don't see there being a problem, but once again Norman is talking about things instead of doing things. [25], Smurthwaite was rumoured to have planned to sack Page live on BT Sport if the club lost an FA Cup First Round replay to Maidenhead United, though he dismissed the rumour as untrue. Carol, 63, is the Founder and Trustee of the Hubb Foundation a charity based here in the Potteries which operates from schools and community centres, supporting children and their families with food and activities during school holidays. [68] The stadium underwent numerous upgrades after Bill Bell was elected as chairman in 1987, who aimed to make it "fit for the Premiership". His assistant, John Rudge, stepped up to become the club's longest-serving and most successful manager, leading the club from 1983 to 1999. Port Vale Football Club can confirm that Harry Charsley has left the club by Mutual Consent and will join League Two side, Newport County. [71] Outside the ground is a statue to Roy Sproson, who played 842 competitive games for the club. OWNERS: Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. [20] In February, the home game with Doncaster Rovers was put into doubt after Smurthwaite refused to pay extra policing costs that Staffordshire Police had demanded following intelligence that there would be troublemakers instigating violence at the game.
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