Pre-Season Friendly This Weekend – BPAFC vs FC Halifax Town

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Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC kick off their 2025/26 pre-season campaign at home against National League neighbours FC Halifax Town.

Join us at the Horsfall Community Stadium on Saturday 5th July, with kick-off at 12PM. It’s the perfect chance to see the squad back in action and get an early look at preparations for the season ahead.

Admission:

  • Adults: £5
  • U18s: £1

We’d love to see a strong crowd to get behind the lads — bring your friends and family and back the Green Army!

🎟️ Buy your tickets here:
https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Fixtures/Index?fanStoreType=Fixtures&clubId=361

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200+ Season Tickets SOLD – Early Bird Extended!

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We’re thrilled to announce that over 200 Season Tickets have already been snapped up for the 2025/26 season — thank you for your incredible support!

Please note we’re closed this week for in-person sales and collections, but you can still secure yours online and join the Green Army.

✅ The Early Bird offer has been extended to 5th July — buy online now or at our home friendly against FC Halifax Town.

👉 Buy Season Tickets Online
👉 Get Halifax Match Tickets

Can’t make it before the deadline? Email Thomas.Ogden@bpafc.com to claim your Early Bird!

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PLAYER LAB SIGN-UP DAY – MONDAY 30TH JUNE

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We’re excited to announce that Player Lab, Bradford (Park Avenue)’s brand-new weekly football programme for young players, is officially launching – and tomorrow is your chance to secure your place!

Sign-Up Day:
📅 Monday 30th June
🕕 From 5:45pm
📍 Horsfall Community Stadium

What is Player Lab?
Player Lab is a unique, carousel-style training programme for girls and boys aged 6–14, designed to develop confident, creative footballers through fun and engaging weekly sessions. Players rotate through multiple themed stations each week, covering:

  • ✅ Ball mastery & 1v1 domination
  • ✅ Quick passing & decision-making
  • ✅ Futsal smart play & street skills
  • ✅ Finishing, challenges & reflection

Sessions are delivered by UEFA qualified coaches on our excellent stadium 4G pitch, with support from First Team players and staff.

What’s included?

  • Weekly, age-appropriate sessions
  • Access to our new AirPitch 1v1/2v2 cages
  • Goalkeeper-specific training available
  • BPA branded 1/4 zip training top on sign-up
  • Family Season Ticket for 2 adults & 2 children
  • Invitation to our annual AveyFest Presentation Event
  • Access to First Team Physio & recovery plans if needed
  • Sibling discounts available

Pricing:
💷 £28 per month or £250 upfront for the full year (get 1 month free!)
💚 £49 sign-up fee includes your BPA training 1/4 zip and family season ticket.

📅 Key Dates:

  • Sign-Up Night: Monday 30th June, from 5:45pm
  • First Session: Monday 7th July

Don’t miss out – places are limited and demand is high. Come down tomorrow, meet the coaches, ask any questions, and secure your place for the new season!

Register your interest now:
👉 https://forms.gle/pFX7Krhfhb6Y4Lfe9

See you at Horsfall!

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2025 PRE-SEASON FIXTURES – BUY TICKETS NOW

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🟢 Saturday 5th July – 12PM KO
BPAFC vs FC Halifax Town
📍 Horsfall Stadium, BD6 2NG
🎟️ Admission: £5 Adults / £1 U18s

🟡 Thursday 10th July – 7:30PM KO
Tadcaster Albion vs BPAFC
📍 Tadcaster Albion, LS24 9AY
🎟️ Admission: TBC

🟡 Monday 14th July – 7:30PM KO
Eccleshill United vs BPAFC
📍 Servo Group Stadium, BD2 1PN
🎟️ Admission: TBC

🟢 Saturday 19th July – 1PM KO
BPAFC vs Folkestone Invicta
📍 Horsfall Stadium, BD6 2NG
🎟️ Admission: FREE!

🟢 Monday 21st July – 7:30PM KO
BPAFC vs Guiseley
📍 Horsfall Stadium, BD6 2NG
🎟️ Admission: FREE!

🟢 Tuesday 29th July – 7:30PM KO
BPAFC vs Bradford City XI
📍 Horsfall Stadium, BD6 2NG
🎟️ Admission: £5 Adults / £1 U18s


🎟️ BUY TICKETS for FC Halifax Town & Bradford City fixtures here:
👉 https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Fixtures?fanStoreType=Fixtures&clubId=36

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Bradford (Park Avenue) Development Fund – 2025 AGM Announcement

Supporters are warmly invited to attend the Bradford (Park Avenue) Development Fund Annual General Meeting, taking place on Monday 30th June at 7.30pm.

This year’s AGM will be held at the Horsfall Community Stadium, with the location being either the Clubhouse or the Horton Suite (Academy/Juniors café area). The final room will be confirmed on the evening depending on the finish time of other scheduled activities.

The meeting is open to all supporters, and provides an opportunity to reflect on the past year’s progress, discuss future goals, and hear updates on how the Development Fund continues to support vital club projects across the first team, Academy, Juniors and beyond.

Join the Committee

There are currently vacancies available on the Development Fund committee, and we are actively encouraging expressions of interest from supporters who would like to help shape the future of the club off the field.

If you’d like to be considered, you can:

  • Contact Dave Rawling via email at dave.rawling@talktalk.net
  • Speak to a current committee member
  • Or simply put yourself forward for approval on the night

Whether you’re already involved in club activities or just looking to support the Avenue in a new way, your contribution can make a real difference.

We look forward to welcoming you on the evening!

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Bradford (Park Avenue) Complete Signing of Experienced Defender Connor Brown

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Bradford (Park Avenue) are pleased to announce the signing of defender Connor Brown ahead of the 2025/26 season. The right-back brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Football League and non-league football to bolster the Avenue’s squad.

Born in Sheffield, Brown began his career in the Sheffield United Academy, turning professional in 2011. Although he didn’t break into the Blades’ first team, he went on to make a name for himself with spells at Oldham Athletic, Carlisle United, and Barrow in the Football League. He has also been a consistent presence across the National League and Southern League, most recently playing for Spalding United.

Bradford (Park Avenue) manager Craig Elliott, who previously worked with Connor at Buxton, commented on the signing:
“Another player I have worked with at my previous club Buxton. His experience will be massive for the changing room both on and off the pitch. A natural born winner and a player defensively strong. This is yet another vital signing for us and I’m really happy to finally get it over the line as I know a few other teams were chasing his signature.”

Connor’s arrival adds both defensive solidity and leadership to the squad as the club prepares for the new campaign.

The club would like to extend sincere thanks to the Development Fund, whose support was instrumental in making this signing possible.

If you’d like to contribute and help us strengthen the squad further, please consider making a donation today.

Development Fund Donation Details:
Sort Code: 05-02-00
Account Number: 29955993
Reference: BTB

Welcome to the Avenue Connor!

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Join Avenue for Our Final Pre-Season Trip to Stirling!

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Bradford (Park Avenue) will round off their 2025/26 pre-season campaign with a special trip north of the border, as we take on Stirling University on Saturday 2nd August (2pm kick-off) — and supporters are invited to join us for the full experience.

The squad will depart from Horsfall Community Stadium at 11am on Friday 1st August, arriving in Stirling by 4pm ahead of a first-team training session at the university’s impressive facilities.

This unique pre-season weekend offers fans the chance to travel with the players and staff, enjoy overnight accommodation, and attend a sponsored post-match dinner on Saturday evening alongside the squad. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get closer to the team and be part of the build-up to the new season.

Whether you’re a lifelong member of the Green Army or a new supporter looking to connect with the club in a memorable way, this trip promises to be a brilliant weekend of football, travel, and team spirit.

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✅ What’s Included:

  • Coach travel to and from Stirling
  • Hotel accommodation (Friday & Saturday night meal, Breakfast Saturday & Sunday morning all included)
  • Admission for Stirling University vs BPAFC
  • Sponsored post-match dinner with players & staff

🎟️ Limited spaces are available, so we encourage supporters to secure your spot early.

To book your place, contact Commercial Director Pete Kenyon directly:

📩 Email: Pete.Kenyon@bpafc.com
📞 Call: 07719 394706

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Joe Ackroyd Signs for Bradford (Park Avenue)

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Bradford (Park Avenue) are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Joe Ackroyd ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Ackroyd joins the Avenue after a season with Guiseley, where he made 39 appearances and netted two goals during the 2024/25 season. The tenacious and creative midfielder now links up with Craig Elliott’s squad as preparations continue for the new campaign.

Joe brings with him a wealth of experience despite still being in the early stages of his career. A product of the Barnsley FC Academy, Ackroyd spent a decade at Oakwell, coming through the ranks before making his senior debut for the Tykes in the Emirates FA Cup during the 2020/21 season – a tie against Barrow played at Oakwell.

His early potential earned him a loan spell with MFK Vyškov in the Czech Republic, where he gained valuable first-team experience, making 13 appearances and scoring once in the Czech National Football League.

Ackroyd joined Guiseley on a one-month loan from Barnsley in September 2022, a deal which was extended before he was recalled in December after making 13 appearances in all competitions.

In January 2023, he joined up with Craig Elliott after joining Buxton in the National League North on loan. He impressed during his time at Silverlands, making 23 appearances and scoring 3 goals across the remainder of the 2022/23 season. That loan spell was later extended, and following its conclusion, Ackroyd penned a new one-year deal with Barnsley.

He returned to Buxton for a second loan stint during the 2023/24 season, adding a further 15 appearances to his name before leaving Barnsley at the end of the campaign. He then signed permanently for Guiseley ahead of the 2024/25 season., before a brief stint on loan with Warrington Town in the National League North, where he made six appearances in early 2025.

Manager Craig Elliott shared his thoughts on the signing:

“I’m delighted, after a lot of hard work, to bring Joe to Bradford (Park Avenue). He’s a young, hungry player who will bring real energy and enthusiasm to the team. He had two very successful loan spells with me in the National League North at Buxton, and I’ve no doubt he’s a player who will continue to improve. He already knows my staff and a lot of the squad, so it’s a brilliant signing for us.”

Avenue supporters can look forward to watching a dynamic midfielder who’s hungry to make his mark at Horsfall.

Welcome to Bradford (Park Avenue), Joe Ackroyd!

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Rico Kilbourn Signs for Bradford (Park Avenue)

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Bradford (Park Avenue) are pleased to confirm the signing of Rico Kilbourn ahead of the 2025/26 season.

The left winger joins from Golcar United, where he made 18 appearances, scored one goal, and assisted in over eight others during the 2024/25 campaign.

Rico previously spent time on the college programme at FC Halifax Town, where he progressed through the youth setup and even trained with the first team in 2024. However, after not being offered a professional contract, he made the move into senior football to continue his development.

Now stepping up to join Avenue, Rico adds another wide option to the squad as preparations continue for the upcoming season.

Welcome to the club, Rico.

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