Sheffield Wednesday have sold their 3,700. The Shanahans also hinted that one of their first jobs will be to secure manager John Askey's future on a more permanent basis. "[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. Port Vale Football Club are a professional football club based in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, England, which compete in EFL League One. Mrs Shanahan travelled to Windsor Castle this morning to receive the honour from His Royal Highness Prince Charles. [98] The youngest player to play for the club is Nelson Agho, who was aged 15 years and 262 days on his debut against Walsall in the EFL Trophy on 13 November 2018. View 37 photos of this 3 bed, 3 bath, 2869 sqft. Ron Suart has served as both caretaker and interim manager. Port Vale plays a role in tackling those issues, with the kitchen at the stadium used to cook thousands of meals for vulnerable families with young children. monogramme, which in turn was abandoned in 1978. Volunteers with paintbrushes are busy doing touch-up jobs, while boss John Askey takes a pre-season session on the training ground adjacent to the stadium. [37][38] Ribeiro resigned as manager of Port Vale on 26 December, hours after witnessing his side lose 10 at home to Walsall; Smurthwaite put Michael Brown in temporary charge. A day later and Burslem-based business couple Carol and Kevin Shanahan had taken over. Speaking in July 2016, Smurthwaite was still angry about the defeat to Exeter City seven months previously. In 199798, relegation was avoided on the final day of the season with a 40 win over Huddersfield Town, at the expense of Manchester City and Stoke City. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [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. 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. 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This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Its a good environment. It was horrible coming to games. Between 1958 and 1963 the club adopted various gold and black designs, before once again returning to the black and white theme. Under his leadership Port Vale won promotions in 198586, 198889 and 199394, lifted the Football League Trophy in 1993 and reached a post-war record finish of eighth in the second tier in the 199697 season. Significantly, 10 of the 12 areas identified, including ourselves, Oldham and Bradford, have a football club, said Shanahan. He qualified as an engineer and built a successful business career and property portfolio before retiring at the age of 50. He went on to invest in dozens of properties and retired at the age of 50. The owners of Burslem-based Synectics Solutions have purchased the football club whilst the freehold of the ground, which includes the land and stadium, has been purchased by the club through an independent financial vehicle - PV Holdings Limited. "We knew we had to come in and almost come and liberate the club. TikTok video from Dion \ port vale owner (@portvalebloxburg). And we know we can compete there.". [62] The crest was removed in 1964, and replaced by a 'P.V.F.C.' [94] Kirkham's tally of 41 goals in the 192627 season is also a club record. Port Vale are preparing for their biggest crowd so far in what owner Carol Shanahan has termed a 'season of discovery' on and off the pitch. [47] Smurthwaite appointed Neil Aspin as the club's new manager on 4 October, and also brought in John Rudge in an advisory role. "We viewed it as the loved one was being held hostage and we had to pay the ransom to free . [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. John Askey believes everything is in place for Vale to thrive and avoid another relegation battle. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Find out more about how we use your information in our privacy policy and cookie policy. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. [33] Instead Vale would visit Wembley twice in just over a week. Horton led the club to Football League Trophy success in 2001, as Marc Bridge-Wilkinson and Steve Brooker scored the goals to secure a 21 victory over Brentford in the final at the Millennium Stadium. We have a Facebook page focusing on the Valiants and also a Twitter page, both that provide the latest news, gossip and opinion. It is in negotiations because that is the way it works. Last year we provided 6,000 meals during the summer holidays, this year were doing 9,000. Her passion and commitment to Stoke-on-Trent and our local communities is infectious. Outside the ground is a statue to Roy Sproson, who played 842 competitive games for the club. "There's been so much uncertainty," added Garlick. The Shanahans are. "[36] Smurthwaite then improved the club's budget to allow over ten new, mostly foreign, signings, and stated that he expected Vale to be challenging for the top six and warned his staff that he would enact "plan B" if the club were not in the top six by Christmas. Vale sold just over 3,000 season tickets in total for this past season. [39] He was replaced by former player Brian Horton, who spent big to secure the club's second consecutive final-day escape from relegation. "With the new owners coming in, I think a lot of things are going to change at the football club and people will get treated right. "But now we have a clear vision. 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. Speaking in advance of the deal, Supporters' Club chairman Mark Porter said: "I think the fans should come back in their thousands. The freehold and the land around is now owned by the club.". [62][64] The current crest was introduced in February 2013, which was a modern rehash of the crest the club introduced in 1956; it included local historical references: the Portland Vases representing Josiah Wedgwood, the Scythe coming from the house crest of the Sneyd family and the silver cross appearing from the house crest of the Audley family, as well as the Stafford knot above the crest. Personally speaking, I've been tickled beyond imagination. Port Vale owners Carol and Kevin Shanahan with club captain Tom Pope. Residents spotted that the markings on the new Etruria Valley link road were incorrect. Smurthwaite. We viewed it as the loved one was being held hostage and we had to pay the ransom to free them, said Shanahan of her 4million buy-out of the struggling League Two club. Brian Horton resigned in February, and was replaced by Martin Foyle. Watch Monday Night Football live at Vale Park on Monday 16th January as the Vale host Peterborough United (8pm kick-off). Thanks to Carols vision and determination the Hubb Foundation is makinga real difference to peoples lives. Zestimate Home Value: $375,000. The Shanahans, both long-standing Vale supporters, who own Potteries-based firm Synectics Solutions, have bought the club in its entirety. Boss Askey who recently signed a three-year deal reckons the only way is up and, after painting the white lines on the pitch ahead of training, revealed his excitement at the challenge ahead. The club plays a huge role in that and thats why its at the heart of the community.. [65], A table of kit suppliers and shirt sponsors appear below:[66]. It sounds dramatic but new Port Vale owner Carol Shanahan makes no apologies for the stark analogy. [23] In April 2015 an email from his account was sent to a group of supporters stating that he wished to sell the club, though he denied sending the email, claiming that he had been hacked. [99] The oldest player is Tom Holford, who played his last match aged 46 years and 68 days against Derby County in the Second Division on 5 April 1924. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. [64] Four years later a more complex badge emerged, again based on the Burslem coat of arms but this time also featuring the scythe of the Tunstall arms, the fretted cross of Audley, and two Josiah Wedgwood pots. You can change your choices at any time by visiting your privacy controls. During the pandemic lockdown Carol oversaw the transformation of Port Vale FC into a thriving community hub which has been assisting thousands of families across Stoke-on-Trent for more than six months. 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. In order to use the live chat functionality you need to opt into live chat cookies. [18] Vale went to beat Chesterfield by a club record 91 margin on 24 September 1932. The first player to be capped at international level while playing for Vale was Teddy Peers, when he made his debut for Wales. The Shanahans are regulars at Vale games, home and away. They will do when they can see what is happening at Vale Park and they want to come and be a part of it.. Despite this Rudge masterminded an eighth-place finish their highest in the pyramid since 1931. But we also realise that we now have a lot of hard work to do. The club had little success throughout the 1960s and 1970s, despite being briefly managed by Stanley Matthews, and were forced to apply for re-election after breaking FA rules on illegal payments in 1968. [46], With Port Vale lying bottom of the English Football League, Smurthwaite sacked Brown on 16 September and claimed that he had been against giving Brown the job on a permanent basis in the summer but left the decision to Chief Executive Colin Garlick. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Something went wrong, please try again later. [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 clubs new owners met with Dave Walker, creative director of Burslem-based Blink Creative, to discuss the launch this week. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. It is a privilege for me to co-Chair the Opportunity Area Partnership Board with her. So Ive been asking how we can use clubs as a way to tackle the issue of social mobility. Tickets were free but limited to two per person. On Monday, the Valiants still faced the threat of administration as owner Norman Smurthwaite prepared to bail out. [62] For the next four years the club switched to a design of a knight on a horse with the text "Port Vale" at the top. [41] In December 2002, Bill Bell called in the administrators, with the club around 1.5million in debt. The average property tax on Vale is $1,598/yr and the average house or building was built in 1982. They have been backed by groups such as the official supporters' club since their interest became clear. However, List of Port Vale F.C. Last updated on 7 May 20197 May 2019.From the section Port Vale. Carol Shanahan said: "It is a new era. [84] For this investment, a restaurant at Vale Park is named after him. [56][57] The result was relegation back into League Two at the end of the 201617 season, after which Smurthwaite resigned as chairman. Fans have jumped at the chance to attend the event, at which Carol and Kevin Shanahan will be guest speakers. Where families didnt have WiFi, Carol ensured they were supplied with dongles. [30] He continued to reveal that he had been physically assaulted by three Vale supporters in April 2014, though Staffordshire Police could find no record of Smurthwaite's complaint. [87] Another famous fan is darts legend Phil Taylor; Burslem born, "The Power" is a 16 time world champion of the sport. Originally planned to be as massive as an 80,000 capacity stadium, the development was known as the "Wembley of the North". Midlands businessman Smurthwaite, who took Vale out of administration in 2012, first put the club up for sale in 2016. [67] Located close to Burslem railway station, the club took the area's name. The Old Recreation Ground was Vale's home from 1913 to 1950, and was located in Hanley, standing on what is now the multi-storey car park for the Potteries Shopping Centre. Carol Shanahan said: "We have spent a lot of time looking at successful clubs and clubs that have failed. The club has reinvigorated me it has saved me really, given me a new purpose. [82][83], The club's most famous supporter is singer Robbie Williams, who was raised in Stoke-on-Trent. Carol, 62, is the Founder and Trustee of the Hubb Foundation . TikTok video from Dion \ port vale owner (@portvalebloxburg): "@NoahCooper702-.- @wrld..bloxburg @Crystalpalacebloxburg @Bloxburg Doge / Port Vale CM @CammyH.Bloxburg @Gordon.bloxburg". We are not going to. [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. 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. Watch Next. Carol and Kevin Shanahan are excited, proud and humbled to have become the new owners of Port Vale. Doors open at 7pm for the 7.30pm start. OWNERS: Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. The deal isn't signed as negotiations are still taking place, but he would like to stay. The Shanahans, owners of Burslem IT firm Synectics Solutions, bought the club from Norman Smurthwaite in a deal that was signed on Tuesday morning. But we are not going to gamble Port Vale's future and our future on going out and spending ridiculous amounts of money on a system that might not work anyway. [23] Gordon Lee took the helm following this punishment, and steered the club to promotion at the end of the 196970 campaign. Port Vale is under new ownership. [92] Other club record scorelines include a 160 victory over Middlewich in a friendly in 1884 and a 120 defeat to Aston Villa in the Staffordshire Senior Cup in 1891. It sounds dramatic but new Port Vale owner Carol Shanahan makes no apologies for the stark analogy. 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As always you can unsubscribe at any time. DIRECTORS: Kate Beardmore, Dave Flitcroft, Colin Garlick, Claire Halket, Marian Humphreys, Ian Lewis, Rob Moorhouse, Carol Shanahan OBE, Kevin Shanahan. His best friend, TV presenter Jonathan Wilkes, is also a Vale fan. "I've said to Carol and Kevin that they won't make a more important decision than that.". But while the details of his contract are being negotiated, the manager has been speaking to players as the club prepares to publish its retained list. [60] When the couple told Smurthwaite they were planning to go public about their offer he texted them to say "sorry not interested. [27], Following McGrath's dismissal, his assistant John Rudge was appointed as manager in December 1983. [113], For a more detailed look at the club's history, see, For a statistical breakdown by season, see, The kit used in Vale's first League season (1892), According to Port Vale's official website and badge the club were formed in 1876. [11] It was so named as it also hosted athletics. The co-owner and chair of Port Vale Football Club has been made an OBE for services to the community in Stoke-on-Trent. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS: Jess Frost, Ben Martindale, Rachel Stanyer. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. He qualified as an engineer and built a successful business career and property portfolio before retiring at the age of 50. 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. That ain't going to happen at Port Vale, because if it does, Plan B will be around the corner." Women at the end of the 202021 season. [1] He sold the business two years later and moved to Nottingham, where he bought a chain of estate agents that he later sold on to the Halifax. He resigned as chairman following relegation back to League Two in 201617. [50] He returned formally to the role of Port Vale chairman the following month. [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. Burslem has suffered with the demise of the traditional pottery, coal-mining and steel industries, and empty shops are a feature of the towns decline. Of course it would, it would be amazing. Port Vale co-owner and Chair Carol Shanahan today received an OBE for services to the community in Stoke-on-Trent. I want to be here and hopefully in the next few days I will know one way or the other.". They began at the Meadows in Limekiln Lane, Longport, now Scott Lidgett Road,[67] and then moved on to Westport Meadows in 1881, where they played for three years. 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