Chairmen stand down

Bryn Apperley will stand down from his role at Matlock at the end of the season, citing work commitments.

He said: “I’m sad to have to make this decision but my workload in my nine to five job has increased and that’s what pays the bills.

"It would be impossible for me to do both to the best of my ability. It’s down solely to pressure with work and nothing to do with the club.

“It’s been fantastic for me to be Chairman of Matlock Town Football Club and a real honour. I’ve really enjoyed working with Paul (Phillips)and Dave (Wild) and feel sure that they will bring the club the success it deserves.

“I’ll still be down to watch Matlock with my family and I wish the new Chairman and everyone connected with running the club and the fans all the best for the future.”

Frickley Athletic chairman Stuart Highfield will also depart at the end of the season.

Highfield said: “I spoke with the board in the early months of the season advising that the current season would be my last as Chairman.

"I felt I hadn’t been able to give the club and the other members of the board and management team enough support due to the impacts of the pandemic on my business.

"At the time I promised to see us through to the end of the season and despite what has proved to be a very difficult one have done so.

“My tenure over the last four years have been through a period of change and challenge and now is the right time to pass on stewardship of the club to see it thrive.”

The club are now actively looking for individuals interested in taking on the role of chairman or wishing to join the board of directors.