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Seasiders to accept promotion if offered

21st April, 2021

Bridlington Town chairman Peter Smurthwaite has said that the Seasiders will accept the offer for promotion up into Step 4 of the National League System if it is offered by the FA.

It was announced last week that the top three Toolstation NCEL Premier Division sides, in accordance with Points Per Game standings over the past two seasons, will be invited to move up as part of NLS restructuring plans.

By our reckoning, that means Liversedge, Yorkshire Amateur and Bridlington Town will get the opportunity to progress but that is yet to be confirmed by the FA.

A statement released on Bridlington's website by Mr Smurthwaite said: "Further to my recent statement about the possible upward movement of our club to Step 4 after meetings with club officials, we have decided to accept the offer to move up.

"This is obviously subject to the official invitation and decisions by the FA to accept our application.

"My main reservation is that we are applying to move up but don’t know what clubs will be in the new Northern Premier Division but hope that it will be a sensible geographical allocation for the division.

"In view of the above, we won't be holding a 'Fans Forum' until we know more and we are in the next stage of the 'Roadmap' to lift more restrictions to allow us to hold meetings in our new clubhouse.

"No doubt, there will be plenty of discussion and comments on social media and, as most people who know me realise being the original 'Luddite', I don’t really bother with these sites.

"What I would say is obviously there will be a reasonable increase in the costs of moving to a higher level of football and this means the club will require more income.

"I would ask that people keep up the recent upward trend of support for the club and if you feel the need to be negative with comments on social ,edia come down to the club, have a pint and talk to me about your concerns face to face as someone once said: 'It's good to talk'.

"We have quite a few plans to maximise the use of the new facilities with community clubs during the day and Sportspersons Events on an evening.

"Also, should you require to hold a party or any other suitable event at the club please contact Becky on 01262 606879 or call in and have a chat with her to discuss your requirements.

"When we find out whatever league we are in once the fixtures are released, book early if you want to sponsor a game by contacting Dom Taylor in the usual manner and through the club's new website.

"Hopefully, when things get back to normal people will want to watch proper football in a safe and friendly environment at a sensible cost, especially with professional football going the way it is with the European Super League showing that real fans are now becoming valued less and less by the top clubs in football.

"Come and support grassroots football clubs where your valued support will be appreciated.

"As always, remember there is always room for more volunteers at our games as I have stated before, especially the away games and let’s keep up the excellent reputation of this special football club."

(Story Source: Bridlington Town)

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NCEL Premier Division P Pts +/-
P 1 Yorkshire Amateur 11 29 27
P 2 Bridlington Town 9 21 24
P 3 Liversedge 7 21 22
4 Garforth Town 9 21 10
5 Maltby Main 10 18 6
6 AFC Mansfield 9 17 17
7 Handsworth 12 17 -3
8 Grimsby Borough 10 16 6
9 Barton Town 11 14 -9
10 Albion Sports 9 13 0
11 Eccleshill United 11 13 -4
12 Penistone Church 7 12 6
13 Hemsworth MW 7 12 3
14 Goole AFC 11 11 -21
15 Silsden AFC 10 10 -6
16 Thackley 11 8 -11
17 Staveley MW 6 7 -1
18 Knaresborough 9 7 -9
19 Bottesford Town 11 4 -24
20 Athersley Rec 10 3 -33
NCEL Division One P Pts +/-
P 1 Emley AFC 10 26 18
2 Campion 11 24 17
P 3 Winterton Rangers 9 22 23
4 North Ferriby 10 22 11
5 Retford FC 13 21 6
6 Brigg Town 11 20 13
7 Rossington Main 12 18 5
P 8 Skegness Town 8 16 5
9 Parkgate 10 16 -2
10 Hall Road Rangers 10 14 -3
11 Hallam 8 13 4
12 Nostell MW 12 12 -8
13 Glasshoughton Welf 12 11 1
14 Armthorpe Welfare 12 11 -14
15 Swallownest 8 10 -1
16 Dronfield Town 11 10 -11
17 Harrogate Railway 8 9 -9
18 East Hull 10 7 -23
19 Worsbrough Bridge 13 6 -21
20 Selby Town 6 3 -11

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