Matlock Town chairman to step down

Beaumont took over the reins of the Gladiators in April 2022 from Bryn Apperley.

In an announcement at the Gladiators' Annual General Meeting on Monday night, he explained that increased work commitments and a desire to spend more time with his family were the driving factors behind his decision to vacate his role, but stated that he will remain involved with the club as a director.

"Unfortunately changes in my work commitments mean that I can no longer commit the time that this role both demands and deserves on a day-to-day basis," Beaumont said.

"It was an incredibly tough decision to make but one that I think is right at this moment in time.

"I informed the club’s Executive of my decision back in December, I will step down at the end of the season.

"It has been an incredible honour and privilege to serve as chairman of this great club for the past two seasons and I’m hugely proud of what we’ve all achieved during this time.

"As I mentioned at the AGM, we have driven growth in turnover of 46.4% in year one followed by a further growth in year two which has seen the club sustainable once again. This provides a great platform for future progress.

"I will remain as a director of the club for the longer term, maintaining and developing partnerships which can enable us to continue our growth journey.

"I’d like to thank everyone who has given support during my time as chair and look forward to handing over and supporting the incoming chair in due course."

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