Players and managers, past and present including, Chris Wilder, Nicky Law, Billy Heath, Dan Bradley, Ryan France, Carl Bradshaw, Aden Flint, Paul Clayton, Josh Law, Liam Hearn and Nathan Arnold have given their backing to the clubs' crowdfunding campaign.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/essential-pitch-renovation-and-stadium-preparation

Chief Executive, Michael Bradley explained the reasons behind the campaign "Alfreton Town FC is a family-run, non-league football club that has been the heartbeat of the community for over 60 years.

We, along with our loyal supporters are immensely proud of the playing surface at the Impact Arena and the club has received plenty of praise for its quality, with the likes of Nottingham Forest choosing it as a home venue for their academy teams and used in the past by the FA for competitions such as the women's FA cup semi-finals.

We would ordinarily have the funds available to undergo the renovation and maintenance but the club lost the majority of its natural income during the 20/21 season, add that to the fine we received for not playing two fixtures due to concerns over Covid-19 and the club have been hit hard from a financial perspective, we, therefore, face having to cut corners which we would prefer not to do as it will have a negative impact on the playing surface and quality of the stadium and this is why we are asking where possible for people to donate and help us ahead of the forthcoming 21/22 season.

We want to give something back to the community and have decided to gift a match ticket to a key worker for every £100 worth of donations that are achieved. If we can reach our target of £15k then we will be giving away 150 tickets to those who have been on the frontline during the pandemic in some shape or form.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank our past and current players and managers for their kind and positive comments about the football club and to thank everyone in advance for their kind donations."

The club understands it has been a difficult time for everyone over the last year and any donation small or large will be greatly appreciated.

Head groundsman, Rob Brooks details the importance of the renovation and maintenance " An annual renovation needs to take place to keep the surface looking its best and to help improve the drainage in the top surface which if left untreated will cause postponements through the winter months, which will have a financial impact on the club.

We are hoping to raise funds to scarify the pitch to remove thatch build-up in the upper profile as this retains water. Over-seed with ryegrass which is deep rooting and hard-wearing. Verti-Drain and top dress with sand to incorporate into the top profile and break the surface up with a blec multivator which alleviates compaction"

To donate and to read more from Rob Brooks and the ATFC stars, please log on to
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/essential-pitch-renovation-and-stadium-preparation