Venue: Horsfall Community Stadium
Gates: 11am – FREE ENTRY TIL 1:30PM FOR FAMILY FUN DAY!
Kick-off: 3:00 PM

As our NPL East 2024/25 season kicks off this Saturday, Bradford (Park Avenue) is set to welcome North Ferriby to Horsfall Community Stadium.

Following a summer of intense rebuilding, (Park Avenue) are entering this season with renewed optimism. Whitaker’s new-look squad, a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh faces, showed promise during pre-season. Four wins, a draw, and three losses might suggest mixed form, but the performances displayed resilience and attacking flair.

Pre-season saw some standout moments:

• Campion 2 – 5 BPAFC: Harry Varley’s hat-trick stole the show, with additional goals from Jodi Tiffany and Oli Norman.
• BPAFC 1 – 1 Ecclehill United: Joe Crosby’s goal secured a draw in a tightly contested match.
• Wakefield AFC 1 – 3 BPAFC: Goals from a trialist, Connor Shanks, and Joe Crosby capped off a solid win.
• Golcar United 0 – 1 BPAFC: Crosby was on target again, continuing his pre-season scoring streak.
• Hinckley LRFC 1 – 2 BPAFC: Kelan Swales and Dan Francis found the net to close out pre-season on a high.

However, the team faced some tough matches, including a 0-3 loss to a strong Bradford City XI and narrow defeats to Mossley and Stalybridge Celtic.

The Visitors: North Ferriby

North Ferriby arrives at Horsfall Community Stadium with their own aspirations. After finishing just outside the playoff spots last season, the Villagers will be eager to start their campaign on a positive note.

Having achieved back-to-back promotions in 2021/22 and 2022/23, North Ferriby will be looking to rediscover that momentum and push for a third promotion in four seasons.

Their disciplined defense and physical style of play will make them a formidable opponent, and this match promises to be a stern first test for Whitaker’s men in the NPL East.

Family Fun Day: 11 AM – 1:30 PM

This Saturday isn’t just about the football—it’s also about family fun! Join us at Horsfall Community Stadium from 11 AM until 1:30 PM for our Family Fun Day. There will be a variety of activities for all ages, and entry is free before 1:30 PM. It’s the perfect way to spend the day with the whole family before cheering on the lads in our league opener.

Admission Prices

Those attending the match will be able to pay from 1:30pm, admission is as follows.

• Adults (18+): £13
• Concessions (65+): £10
• Students, NHS, Armed Forces, Police & Fire (with valid ID): £5
• Youths (12-17): £3
• Juniors (Under 12s): £1
• Carers: Free (Person being supported pays the applicable rate)

Season Tickets – Still Available!

Support the club throughout the season and save on matchday admission by purchasing a 2024/25 Season Ticket today.

• Adults (18+): £140 (Equivalent to £7.36 per game)
• Concessions (65+): £120 (Equivalent to £6.31 per game)
• Students, NHS, Armed Forces, Police & Fire (with valid ID): £55 (Equivalent to £2.89 per game)
• Youth (12-17): £40 (Equivalent to £2.11 per game)
• Under 12s: £10 (Equivalent to 53p per game)

Your support could make all the difference as we embark on this crucial season. Together, let’s make Horsfall a fortress once again, and UP THE AVENUE!

We can today confirm the signing of Defender Ben Whelan, who has agreed terms on a deal until the end of the 24/25 season.

Ben joins us after playing a season with Fleetwood Town’s development squad. He spent time out on loan last season with NPL East side Sheffield FC, where he earned 2 man of the match awards and scored once in 9 appearances. 

As a youngster, Ben was also ever present in Mansfield Town’s Scholarship programme.

Welcome to the Club Ben!

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Adults (21+): £140

Concessions (65+): £120

Students & 16-20s : £55

Youth (12-17): £40

Under 12s: £10

SEASON TICKET PRICE PER GAME: Adults: £7.36, Concessions: £6.31, Students & 16-20s: £2.89, Youth: £2.11, u12s: 53p.

REGULAR ADMISSION (PAY ON THE GATE)

Admission Prices:

• Adults (18+): £13
• Concessions (65+): £10
• Students, NHS, Armed Forces, Police & Fire (Must show valid ID): £5
• Youths (12-17s): £3
• Juniors (Under 12s): £1
• Carers (Person being supported pays applicable rate): Free

We would like to update our supporters of the planned pre-season friendly against Farsley Celtic on Saturday 3 August.

Due to an event that was booked in at the stadium some time ago for this weekend and some unexpected logistical changes we’ve tried to work with Farsley Celtic to move the kick-off to 5pm. Unfortunately, this doesn’t suit them which has left us with no alternative but to postpone the fixture.

We will now be travelling to Leicestershire to face Hinckley LRFC in what will be a very competitive fixture with the league season just one week away. Kick Off is at 1:30pm, and address is Leicester Road Stadium, Leicester LE10 3DR.

Further information to follow.

Danny Whitaker’s squad host Stalybridge under the lights tonight. KO scheduled for 7:45pm.

It is FREE ENTRY for all at tonight’s game, donations are appreciated and are taken in the Clubhouse & Academy Cafe.

See you there #Bradford!

UTA #Football #BFD

Danny Whitakers unbeaten squad will face a Bradford City AFC XI tonight.

We are playing for the annual Tom Banks Memorial Trophy, Kick Off 7:45pm.

POTG: £10 Adults (18+), £5 Concessions (65+, u18s, Students (With ID)), £20 Hospitality. Card/Cash taken on Cemetery Road turnstiles.

Buy online here – https://bpafc.com/product-category/match-tickets/

If you’ve already purchased your tickets, but haven’t received them yet, you can collect or purchase yours today from the Horton Park Suite (Academy Cafe).

#Bradford #GREENARMY #NonLeague #ParkAvenue #BradfordParkAve #BFD #football

Danny Whitakers unbeaten squad will face a @officialbantams XI on Tuesday night.

We are playing for the annual Tom Banks Memorial Trophy, Kick Off 7:45pm.

POTG: £10 Adults (18+), £5 Concessions (65+, u18s, Students (With ID)), £20 Hospitality. Card/Cash taken on Cemetery Road turnstiles.

Buy online here – https://bpafc.com/product-category/match-tickets/

Haven’t received your tickets? You can still collect yours on Monday up til 7pm, or on matchday. from the Horton Park Suite (Academy Cafe). Further details will be released on Monday.

#Bradford #GREENARMY #NonLeague #ParkAvenue #BradfordParkAve #BFD #football

Our 24/25 NPL Season kicks off at the Horsfall, where we host North Ferriby at the Horsfall Community Stadium on Saturday 10th August. KO 3pm.

We then hit the road to visit Belper Town on Tuesday 13th August, KO 7:45pm.

We then host our neighbours Brighouse Town, on Tuesday 20th August, KO 7:45pm.

A trip to Ashington then follows, taking place on Saturday 24th August, KO 3pm.

Liversedge are up next, with Whitakers squad hosting them on Monday 26th August, KO 7:45pm.

Full fixture list below

Sat Aug 10 North Ferriby H
Tue Aug 13 Belper Town A
Sat Aug 17 Emirates FA Cup Preliminary Round
Tue Aug 20 Brighouse Town H
Sat Aug 24 Ashington A Isuzu FA Trophy Preliminary Round
Mon Aug 26 Liversedge H
Sat Aug 31 Grimsby Borough A Emirates FA Cup 1Q
Sat Sep 7 Isuzu FA Trophy 1Q
Sat Sep 14 Carlton Town H Emirates FA Cup 2Q
Sat Sep 21 Bridlington Town A Isuzu FA Trophy 2Q
Sat Sep 28 Heaton Stannington H Emirates FA Cup 3Q
Sat Oct 5 Garforth Town A Isuzu FA Trophy 3Q
Wed Oct 9 Stocksbridge Park Steels A
Sat Oct 12 Sheffield FC H Emirates FA Cup 4Q
Sat Oct 19 Consett A
Tue Oct 22 Emley H
Sat Oct 26 Ossett United A Isuzu FA Trophy 1
Sat Nov 2 Bishop Auckland H Emirates FA Cup 1
Sat Nov 9 Newton Aycliffe A
Sat Nov 16 Dunston H Isuzu FA Trophy 2
Sat Nov 23 Cleethorpes Town A
Sat Nov 30 Sherwood Colliery H Emirates FA Cup 2
Sat Dec 7 Carlton Town A Isuzu FA Trophy 3
Sat Dec 14 Bridlington Town H
Sat Dec 21 North Ferriby A
Thu Dec 26 Pontefract Collieries H
Wed Jan 1 Liversedge A
Sat Jan 4 Belper Town H Isuzu FA Trophy 4
Sat Jan 11 Garforth Town H Emirates FA Cup 3
Sat Jan 18 Heaton Stannington A
Sat Jan 25 Sheffield FC A
Sat Feb 1 Stocksbridge Park Steels H Isuzu FA Trophy 5
Sat Feb 8 Emley A Emirates FA Cup 4
Sat Feb 15 Consett H
Sat Feb 22 Bishop Auckland A
Sat Mar 1 Ossett United H Emirates FA Cup 5 / Isuzu FA Trophy 6
Sat Mar 8 Free Week
Sat Mar 15 Newton Aycliffe H
Sat Mar 22 Dunston A
Sat Mar 29 Cleethorpes Town H Emirates FA Cup Quarter-Final
Sat Apr 5 Sherwood Colliery A Isuzu FA Trophy Semi-Final
Sat Apr 12 Brighouse Town A
Sat Apr 19 Grimsby Borough H
Mon Apr 21 Pontefract Collieries A
Sat Apr 26 Ashington H Emirates FA Cup Semi-Final
Sat May 10 Isuzu FA Trophy Final
Sat May 17 Emirates FA Cup Final

We can today confirm the signing of Defensive Midfielder Luke Hogg, who joins the Club on a deal until the end of the 24/25 season.

Luke made 41 appearances last season, playing for Stocksbridge Park Steels, where he scored once.

He started out in Doncaster, spending 9 years with the Rovers before joining Guiseley at the age of 16.

While with Guiseley, Hogg was Academy player of the season in 2017, before signing the following season with the first team.

He has spent the last 7 years gaining experience with the likes of Guiseley, Ossett United, Whitby Town, Frickley Athletic, North Ferriby, and Doncaster Rovers.

On the signing, First Team Head Coach Danny Whitaker had this to say;

“Excellent signing really pleased to get Luke onboard, he’s got valuable experience at this level & above

“He’s a combative midfielder who can add another dimension to the team but someone who is also very comfortable on the ball”

Sporting Director Thomas McStravick also added;

“We are delighted to welcome Luke on board. Another player who is hungry and wants success.

“He is here for the right reasons and will compliment how we want to play. He plays with his heart on his sleeve.

“We obviously aren’t finished our recruitment yet as we look to build a strong, competitive team to excite our supporters for next season.”

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