Founded 2006 Welcome to the Committee of Polegate Town FC.     

Committee Members

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President

Chris Bennett

(2006 - present)

Chris has been with the club since it was reformed back in 2006, and is a well known character around Polegate. He was involved in the previous Polegate team, before it folded in 2000. Chris' company, Barnard Industrial Services, kindly sponsored Polegate Town's 1st home kit, and the company still actively support the club.

Vice-President

Paul Trewin

(2010 - present)

Paul joined the club as Chairman back in 2008 and served for 3 years, before stepping aside for Derek Lee, due to work committments. Paul was given the title of Vice-President for his hard work.

Chairman

Stuart Black

(2010 - present)

Stuart was the main person behind reforming the club back in 2006, and puts in a lot of effort to see the club succeed and to make sure the players and supporters of Polegate Town FC have good facilities to use. Stuart is also the 1st team manager, which is a role he has fulfilled since 2006 and has seen the club wins several cups and progress in the leagues. He has served many roles on the Committee, including Vice Chairman (2006-08), Treasurer (2008-09), Secretary (2009-10).

Secretary

Steve Etherington

(2011 - present)

Steve recently joined the club, taking over the reigns from Stuart Black as the administration secretary, and brings with him a wealth of knowledge of local football having formerly sat on the committee of the East Sussex Football League and was also previously the secretary of another team in the Mid Sussex Football League.

Fixtures Secretary

Julia Jeremey

(2010 - present)

Julia has been the club's fixtures secretary for the last couple of years, and is the point of contact for any visiting club and referee. She has the task of making sure the managers know who they are playing each week.

Treasurer

Alan Brooks

(2010 - present)

Alan has been in charge of the club's finances for the last couple of years, having taken over from the retired Ed Neuss in 2010. Alan is also the 1st team linesman, having retired from refereeing in the Sussex County League.

Press Officer and Web Master

Liam Brooks

(2006 - present)

Liam has the responsibility of making sure the website is up-to-date with the latest news and reports, as well as contacting the local newspapers each week. Liam also runs the clubs fantasy football, which had a record 54 entries this year.

Club Captain

Mark Davis

(2008 - present)

Mark has been with the club since the start, but took the responsibility of Club Captain over from David Sheppard who had to step done due to his planned retirement. Mark is one of the more experienced players in the Polegate 1st team, and often arranges the club social activities.

Honourary Life Members

Chris Bennett, Stuart Black (founder), Liam Brooks (founder), Mark Davis (founder), Nicky Dyson-Rooke, Rob Gellatley, Neil Illsley (founder), Derek Lee, Mick Seacombe (founder), David Sheppard (founder), Mark Standen (founder), Ali Thompson (founder).

Former Committee Members

Vice President - Dave Challinor (2007-10)
Chairman - Rob Gellatley (2006-08)
Chairman - Paul Trewin (2008-10)
Chairman - Derek Lee (2010)
Vice Chairman - Stuart Black (2006-09)
Vice Chairman - Scott Defty (2009-10)
Vice Chairman - David Sheppard (2010-11)
Secretary - Nicky Dyson-Rooke (2006-09)
Secretary - Mary Order (2008-10)
Secretary - Stuart Black (2009-11)
Treasurer - Mick Seacombe (2006-07)
Treasurer - Stuart Black (2007-08)
Treasurer - Ed Neuss (2008-10)
Club Captain - David Sheppard (2006-08)