You may be asking whether our candidates can actually run a football club. It’s a fair question as whatever mistakes have been made in recent times, there was at least a sense of familiarity at the helm.
Changing leadership always brings questions, but we want to make one thing crystal clear: the football on the pitch, the daily operations of the club, and the future of Sandygate are in safe, experienced hands.
Our team brings proven expertise in finance, operations, business management, and football governance. Take a look at our candidate biographies below to see the exact skills and experience we are bringing to the board.
Andy (Ted) Emsley
Candidate for Chairman
Ted is a former member of the Hallam FC coaching staff and successful business owner. He played a crucial part in the club's ascent to Step 4 of non-league.
Andy Taylor
Candidate for Vice-Chairman
Andy is a long-time volunteer at the the club and can often be seen at the gate after matches wishing people well.
Wayne Thompson
Candidate for Club Secretary
Wayne is another former member of the Hallam FC coaching staff. Over his 6 years with the club he has been First Team, U19s and Reserves Manager as well as First Team Assistant Manager alongside Craig Denton.
Steve Walmsley
Candidate for Committee and Consititution Secretary
Steve is a committed Hallam FC season ticket holder with a professional background in Human Resources in local government and as a trade union official.