Bradford (Park Avenue) Development Fund Fantasy Premier League

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Thank you to everybody who took part in the Development Fund’s Fantasy Premier League trial recently. It all kicked off in June when the Premier League restarted. The top places changed hands several times over the course of the short season. The eventual winner was Daniel Ambler with his team Fenerbackache and the runner-up was Tim Parker with his team Expected Toulouse. Congratulations to both. No prizes. Just bragging rights.

We all had a great time. We might kid ourselves we know what we are doing but there is an awful lot of luck involved.

We shall be running a new league for the 2020/21 season. If you fancy yourself as the next Jurgen or Pep or if you just want some football fun, do join us. Everyone is welcome. Tell your friends. The more the merrier. To register your interest, please send an email to Keith Bonney. Keith’s address is keith.bonney@bpafc.com

If you are wondering what Fantasy Premier League is, don’t worry, we have all the answers. To take part you just need a device with access to the Internet.

The 2020/21 season starts on 12 September 2020. Make sure you are there.

We thank the Eckerslike brothers, Willy and Woody, for taking time out of their ‘ectic schedules to attend the photoshoot. They are looking forward to taking part in our 2020/21 competition.

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The Avenue announce first pre-season friendly of the new season

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We are pleased to announce that our first pre season friendly and game on the the new 3G pitch will be at 1pm on Saturday the 22nd of August against Huddersfield Towns U19’s.

We are hoping to live stream the game so that you can watch the new squad and trialists strut their stuff on the new pitch, more details to follow.

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Ladies Complete The Avenue Family

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We are delighted to announce today that the club now have an official Ladies side!

Bradford Park Avenue AFC Ladies, who play in the North East Regional Womens League (Southern), have come on board, joining the Mens and Academy sides.

Managed by Neil Asquith, the ladies have had some success recently, reaching the final of the 2018/19 League cup, before an agonising defeat in the last minute.

The ladies will be playing on the brand new 3G pitch and be wearing the same kit as the mens and academy sides.

A delighted Neal said:

Its exciting times for Bradford (Park Avenue), with the Men’s the Academy and now the Ladies. Over the last 12 years we have moved grounds several times so it’s a pleasure to be able to call the Horsfall ‘Home’

The structure of the club is changing for the better and it’s good to see people around with smiles on their faces, this new structure should help every team from the youngsters to the open age attract not just the best talent but raw talent that we can develop to make this club successful on the pitch and in the community. I am looking forward to helping this side of the club develop, with academy teams coming through the system as well.

Football Operations Manager Calum Cullen also commented:

We are absolutely delighted to add the Ladies to our stable of teams. We have a real focus on participation within the club, which has already seen the Academy take shape. Bringing in a Ladies team was a big priority for us this off season, and to add Neal and his side into the fold is brilliant. Ladies football has a real buzz about it right now and we are over the moon to be able to play our part in the growth of the game! We are all looking forward to seeing the team playing on the new pitch and doing the club proud!

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Dressing room favourite Adam Nowakowski signs for 20/21 for just £1 a week!!

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The Avenue are delighted to have signed what must be the best value for money player in any league in the country for the new season! In an act of incredible generosity and demonstration of his enjoyment of being in a Bower/Boshell dressing room, Adam offered to help the club during these testing times by signing for us for the 20/21 season for just £1 a week.

The current pandemic could effect our ability to generate income on match days through stadium attendance limits, club house revenues, reduced numbers of away fans wanting to travel, plus raffle and program income. We have been incredibly successful in attracting corporate sponsorship to the club, our incredible fans continue to be hugely generous, and this act of selflessness from one of our players is truly amazing.

Adam offers us huge benefit from a playing and dressing room impact, loved by the other players for his infectious personality and by Mark and Danny for his attitude and versatility. Able to play through the spine of the team in defence, midfield and attack, Adam’s versatility will give us options tactically, that our small squad will need during certain games and certain times during games. 

Adam, can we simply say, you are gentleman and many thanks.

Mark Bower –

Adam’s been a really important player for us for the past two seasons playing in several positions and always having an impact in games. His versatility and personality have made him a really popular member of the squad both within the dressing room and amongst the supporters. He has gone above and beyond in committing to us next season and we are delighted that he has done so.’

Adam Nowakowski –

I’m pleased to have signed for Mark and Danny for another season at Bradford (Park Avenue), I enjoy the style of football that they play and they always create a great dressing room. On top of that I wanted to give something back to non-league football that has been so good towards me over the years. The pandemic means that there lots of financial unknowns this season, not just for the Avenue but all non league clubs, so I decided to offer to sign for the club on £1 per week to help support the club during this difficult period. I cant wait to get started and I know all of the squad are looking forward to seeing supports return (under safe government guidelines) following a long period without football. #GreenWhiteArmy.’

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Avenue in Nod to the past with 60’s inspired kit

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Bradford (Park Avenue) are delighted to present to you our brand-new Home and Away kit for the 2020/21 Season!

Produced by new club kit manufacturer Macron, this season’s kit bears a striking resemblance to the kits of the swinging 60’s, with an all-white kit and green accent, a combination that won us promotion early that decade.

The away kit is an amber and black affair, the shirt mirrors the design of the home kit, this time having a black trim, with sponsors James Mae’s logo been made black to match the top, this is paired with black shorts and socks.

First team players Matty Downing and Isaac Marriott are seen here showing off the kit for us and were over the moon to get their hands on it first, commenting ‘it was well nice, great fit and quality’!

Football Operations Manager Calum Cullen –  

We are thrilled to be showing our 2020/21 kit off, especially as we edge towards a potential start date. The Green and white is back, which has been synonymous with Bradford (Park Avenue) in recent times, and the design of both the home and away kit is outstanding.

I’d like to say as well a massive thank you to our sponsors; The James Mae Group, Regal Foods, The Yorkshire Baking Company and Highbury Homes whose support of this wonderful football club is greatly appreciated. Finally, a big thank you to Macron also, for the professionalism in getting this kit to us.’

Get your new kit exclusively on our website from Tuesday 11th August at 9am

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Academy Open Evening Postponed

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Following the recent extra restrictions placed on Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees, we have today taken the decision to postpone the Academy open Evenings. 

This was scheduled to take place on Wednesday 12th August.

We appreciate that this will be disappointing news, but we want to make sure we safeguard the health and well being of you, and your children during these challenging times.

We will of course be rearranging the night at a later date, as soon as it is safe to do so.

*The open training day, scheduled to take place on Monday 17th August will still take place. To register your interest please email our Academy manager on alex.cross@bpafc.com

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Horsfall Pitch Update – The End Is In Sight

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Another busy week down at the Horsfall with the laying of the pitch nearly complete. Final work to be done this week subject to the weather remaining dry.

Significant progress has also been made with the new perimeter fence. Whilst volunteers from BPA and West Bowling have also continued with repairing and painting the old fence.

Volunteers have also made a start sprucing up the dugout with a good pressure washing down and lick of paint.

The club will once again be having a volunteer day on Saturday 8th August starting at 9am. With the perimeter fence going up on the outside the club would like to spruce up the existing wooden fence which is remaining in place, with a lick of paint. So if you have an hour or two to spare get yourself down to the ground with a paintbrush and get stuck in. Supply of any Forest Green fence paint would also be appreciated.

From 2pm the Clubhouse and bar will be open for all supporters but with social distancing guidelines adhered to for anyone wanting to call in for a drink.

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Highbury find home at the Horsfall

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Bradford (Park Avenue) are excited to confirm details of further sponsorship for the upcoming 2020/21 Season. 

Highbury Homes, with an office just 5 miles away from the Horsfall, have agreed to sponsor the back of our shorts for the upcoming season. This deal will see their logo appear on the back of the home and away shorts for the Men’s team, with the rest of our squads also displaying their logo on their shorts.

Founded in 1985 by the Thorpe family, Highbury have their roots here in West Yorkshire. They employ 68 people and provide services to a number of sectors, including Social Housing, Insurance, Commercial and Education. 

Their extensive workforce allows them to cover not only West Yorkshire, but North and South Yorkshire and even out into Manchester 

Football Operations Manager Calum Cullen said; We are thrilled to have Highbury Homes on board with us for next season. They are another local company, who are hugely successful in their field with customer satisfaction always at the top of their priority list. Having spoken with Gareth, his passion for the local community shone through, and resonated with us here at the Horsfall. We are looking forward to a great season with everyone at Highbury Homes. 

Commenting on the deal, Gareth Jones, who is MD of Highbury Homes said;  

There are many reasons why I wanted to sponsor Bradford (Park Avenue) AFC, but the main one is my love of football!  

Bradford (Park Avenue) are a local team, based close to our head offices in Brighouse and supporting the local community is very important to me.  

As well as giving something back to the local community through the sponsorship, I’m really looking forward to watching Bradford (Park Avenue) play their way to success next season.  

To find out more information on Highbury Homes, visit their website at https://www.highburyhomes.co.uk/

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Fans Forum Postponed

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Unfortunately, due to the Government announcement last night placing Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees under further lockdown measures, we have made the decision to postpone the fans forum scheduled to take place on Friday August 7th.

Whilst disappointing, we hope that you can understand that the safety and well being of our fantastic fans and that of our staff remain of upmost importance and to safeguard them, this decision had to be taken.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused, rest assured this is a postponement and not a cancellation. As soon as it is safe to do so we will be rearranging the night. You will of course be contacted about the rearranged night and we will make sure the news is on our website in advance. Once again, please accept our apologies and stay safe during these unprecedented times. 

** Tomorrow’s (Saturday 1st) season ticket signup will still take place, this will not be in the clubhouse anymore and will now be situated behind the goal near the front gate. Masks, and sanitizer need to be used if you still want to come down

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Details of the National League re-start dates

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This week the National League sent out to us a letter stating that subject to FA ratification the new season for teams in the National League North and South would re-start on the 3rd of October with FA cup second qualifying round ties, with fans allowed, subject to government guidance. The number of fans will be determined by each individual ground is what we are lead to believe and not a simple percentage of the total maximum gate. We are currently reviewing the guidance and estimating what our safe maximum would be under these conditions. Currently we believe (and this is subject to change) that the games will require track and trace on all fans (which the new season tickets will help with) and that in all likelihood we will be all ticket at every home game, with preference being given to home season ticket holders.

The National League North and South will be made up of either 42 or 40 rounds of fixtures depending on how many teams will be in each league. If the National League North is the lower number we will refund to any one who has already purchased a season ticket the admission for the that one less game and adjust season ticket prices as soon as we know the exact number of games.

Unfortunately we have already sold out of all of our hospitality packages and our Associate Directorships. If we can secure more capacity in the future we will let you know, but be ready to move quick as Sharon’s gorgeous home cook meals are in hot demand.

The current guidance means that all pre-season friendlies will be behind closed doors, so we are preparing to live stream all of these games so that you can get your BPA fix! Details will follow.

The final league game for the 20/21 season is scheduled for the 29th of May 2021 with the play-offs to be held in June. This time scale is subject to FA approval.

As things develop in this fast moving landscape we will keep you up to date on what we know as quickly as we can.

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