2002

Tuesday 13 August 2002

Predict your way to glory!HU-FC.co.uk's brand-new Prediction League game is set to be launched for the new season, and it's free to play!

All you do is register for the game and then submit your predicted score and attendance for each game throughout the season.

For further details, visit the Predictions League information page by clicking here. The game can be found under the 'Interactive!'
Bulls back on the boxThey seem to like us don't they? Hereford United's away match at the Kingfield Stadium against Woking has been moved from Saturday 7th September to Monday 9th for live coverage on Sky Sports.

On the Sky Sports website, the competition is described as 'Nationwide League' and not 'Conference' - wishful thinking!

The game, which will kick off at 7.45pm, affects the fixture
Fans forum - a second opinion!I have been a Hereford United supporter for over 35 years. The first game I saw at Edgar Street was a 1-1 draw with Cambridge City, with John Charles in the team, but not on the scoresheet. Right, now I've established my credentials as a long time fan, I have to admit that until last night, 12th August, I'd never been to a "Fans Forum", and I have to say I was fairly

A message from your mascot...

Well here we are at the start of another season, full of optimism as usual and glad that a real sport will be on our TV's (instead of cricket). We have all been busy throughout the closed season here at the farm. The farmer has acquired a new companion for me called Benny the Bull and hopefully I can pursuade him to put in the odd (very odd) performance. I asked
Bulls miss two for Conference openerHereford are without two players going into Saturday's Conference match against Farnborough Town at Edgar Street, kick off 3pm.

Scott Voice has not fully recovered from his groin injury and expects to be sidelined for another two weeks, whilst Ben Smith will not play for around five weeks.

However, Michael Rose, who picked up a slight hamstring strain at
Supporters club newsThe HUISA AGM is this Saturday at 12pm in the VP Club. All members are invited to elect a new chairman and secretary.

Anyone wanting to use away travel can do so by purchasing tickets from the club. The bus to Forest Green Rovers on Tuesday 20th costs £8.50, and departs Edgar Street at 5.15pm, whilst a trip to Gravesend & Northfleet costs £18 and departs at 8.30am on
'We may have the biggest debt but we are not the poorest - the other clubs don't have our support base'Those were the words of a confident Hereford United manager Graham Turner when referring to the Conference teams at last night's fans forum at Edgar Street.

The meeting was chaired by Kevin Wargen, with questions answered largely by Turner but also Richard O'Kelly, the new first-team coach.

Monday 12 August 2002

Fun game raises £500Hereford United beat off a HUISA XI 8-3 in a fun-filled match at Edgar Street this evening.

Danny Williams, Steve Guinan, Richard O'Kelly, Ian Wright and Rob Purdie had put the Bulls 5-0 up at the break, but a half-time reshuffle saw an 8-3 scoreline. John Grant scored a hatrick for Hereford whilst HUISA came back through goals from Will Jones and a brace from Steve Guinan,
Don't forget...HUISA XI v HUFC - Edgar Street - Tonight at 6.30pm. Watch the supporters take on the team. Then at 8pm in Legends., your chance to discuss things with Graham Turner before the season kicks-off.

Sunday 11 August 2002

Conference win in League expansion?Today's Non-League Paper reports that a restructured Division Three could mean league status for up to sixteen Conference clubs.

Since the collapse of the ITV Digital TV deal, the Football League are considering refinancing and restructuring options in the league and one of the plans is for a four division, twenty team competition with eight teams promoted from

Saturday 10 August 2002

Are we ready?After today's disappointing result at Evesham, questions have to be asked whether Graham Turner has got the right combination of players to make a showing in the Conference this season.

Of course with so many new players it takes time to get everything right but United still look weak up-front. Neither trialists Steve Guinan or Andy Baird have looked that impressive and although
Midfielder confident after winFollowing today's 1-0 victory over Evesham United, Hereford United midfielder Jamie Pitman was upbeat about the side's chances for Nationwide Conference success.

Speaking of today's match, he said: "They worked us quite hard today. It was hard for us to break them down but in the end, we had a quality move from John Grant who finished off a great move right at the

Hereford scrape
narrow victory

Evesham
United 0 - 1 Hereford United

Hereford United recorded their third pre-season
victory of the current campaign with a last minute goal
at Common Road against Dr. Martens League Western
Division side Evesham United.

The home team named former Hereford United defender Matt
Gardiner in their
Tretton ready for anythingAndrew Tretton, Hereford United's central defender signed from Shrewsbury Town earlier in the summer, is ready for whatever life at Edgar Street can throw at him.

That's because he's done it all before - Tretton was part of a Shrewsbury side that won at Exeter City two years ago on the final day to preserve their Football League status. Then last season, the

Friday 9 August 2002

Trip to EveshamTomorrow, Hereford United play their final pre-season friendly at Evesham United, kick off 3pm.

To get to their Common Road ground, enter the town from the south and locate the High Street (A4184). From here, turn right into Bridge Street. Take the second left into Mill Street before the river bridge, and continue for around 500 metres into Common Road. The ground is on your
We are updating our news services...You may notice old stories appearing on the news page - please bear with us as we will iron out problems over the next few days.
GoalRush now officialWe are pleased to announce that GoalRush is now the Official Hereford United Lottery.

Following improvements to GoalRush and the official recognition, we are writing to all previous Wyevern Pool players. We can also confirm that accredited agents will be able to sell GoalRush for the club and gain the following benefits:

10% commission on all entries
Chances to win in the

Fixture change

The official Hereford United website (www.herefordunited.co.uk) report that Hereford's Nationwide Conference match at Northwich Victoria has been moved to September 10th. This is because on September 3rd, the Vics play a Cheshire Senior Cup tie which takes precedence over the league.

Also, the site has revealed three new rules that have been introduced into the Conference this

Tuesday 30 July 2002

July 2002


THE Non-League Paper Website reports that Hereford United have clinched the signing of Mark Benbow.


Director of Football Graham Turner is giving attacking
midfielder Benbow the chance to make the grade at Conference level
after returning from Australia.


Benbow, 24, began his career with League of Wales
outfit Newtown and also played for Rhayader Town in the same league. In
addition he
Back the BullsHereford United vs Bristol City - Saturday at 3pm. Go along and support your team.
Third Time Lucky for Hereford
Hereford recorded their first win at the third time of asking, at the expense of Bromsgrove Rovers, 2-1 in front of 316. The starting line up saw six different names from the line up against Swindon, with Clarke, Griffiths, Teasdale, Perry, Garrity and Purdie replacing Baker, Wright, Pitman, Jones, Smith and Parry.

The game got off to a quick start with Josh Perry,
Bulls sign twoHereford United have secured two new signings for the 2002/03 season, boosting their squad size to fourteen.

Danny Williams, the former Chesterfield midfielder, has impressed during a trial spell and signed a one year full-time contract at Edgar Street.

"He's got a good pedigree and has done well in training and the two games he has played," said Bulls boss Graham Turner to the

Sunday 28 July 2002

Bulls on-tourHereford United travel to Bromsgrove Rovers on Tuesday night, kick off 7.45pm. Go along and support your team.

Saturday 27 July 2002

Changes at Classic Gold A new voice will be reporting on Hereford United away matches for Classic Gold this season. The person appointed is well known and often heard at Edgar Street and should prove to be a great asset to the sports team at the radio station.

Thursday 25 July 2002

For the best Hereford United pre-season friendly coverage...Keep logged to HU-FC.co.uk - the Independent Hereford United Online Resource.
United still after KellyHereford United have offered an improved deal to ex-Tranmere Rovers and Wolves attacker David Kelly.

The Bulls also face competition from Telford United for his signature, whose boss Jake King told the Shropshire Star: "David has had an improved offer from Hereford and the ball is in his hands,

"He's a good professional, extremely fit with fantastic feet and his

Sunday 21 July 2002

For the best Hereford United pre-season friendly coverage...Keep logged to HU-FC.co.uk - the Independent Hereford United Online Resource.

Thursday 18 July 2002

Turner looks at new systemGraham Turner hopes to employ a three-man central defensive system for Hereford United's upcoming friendly matches at Edgar Street against Tranmere Rovers (Friday, 7.45pm) and Swindon Town (Tuesday, 7.45pm).

Ian Wright, Tony James and newcomer Andy Tretton will form the basis of the defence, with the two wing-backs being able to proceed forward.

He told the Hereford

Tuesday 16 July 2002

Walsh move not off?It appears that Hereford United are not out of the running for Wrexham 'keeper David Walsh after all.

Despite being on trial at Shrewsbury Town, Walsh told the Shropshire Star: "Hereford United have been in touch and I've been in contact with Brian Talbot from Rushden and Diamonds.

"Eric Nixon also wants me to go and do some training with Tranmere. I'm not going to rush

Monday 15 July 2002

Follow the Bulls...All around the Conference with HU-FC.co.uk - the Independent Hereford United Online Resource.

Friday 12 July 2002

TRIBUTE NIGHTWith dry weather forecast the Tribute Night looks set to be a great success. Tickets still available from Edgar Street.

Monday 8 July 2002

We'll keep you posted......on the future of HU-FC.co.uk - your independent Hereford United online resource.

Sunday 7 July 2002

TURNER UPBEATGraham Turner was featured in an article in today's NLP."I am back in a tracksuit- and loving it," he said. " I spent the last season on the administrative side and it was no fun. Once a manager always a manager and I could not wait for the start of pre-season training. The adrenaline is flowing again knowing we are preparing for one of the most crucial seasons in the clubs history."

Monday 1 July 2002

We'll keep you posted......on the future of HU-FC.co.uk - your independent Hereford United online resource.
Bulls snap up BenbowConference club Hereford United, who are having to virtually re-build their squad for the new season, have added another newcomer to add to Crewe striker John Grant, according to thenon-leaguepaper.com

Director of Football Graham Turner is giving attacking midfielder Mark Benbow the chance to make the grade at Conference level after returning from Australia.

Benbow, 24,

Sunday 30 June 2002

June 2002

June 2nd 2002

HEREFORD United have captured the signature of Southend United midfielder Ben Smith, according to reports.


The twenty three year old ex-Yeovil Town midfielder
has joined on a one year contract, and is the Bulls' first pre-season
signing. He started out as a schoolboy with Arsenal and also had a spell
with Reading before joining Yeovil.


"It was a bit of a nightmare, " (last

Saturday 29 June 2002

Turner signs twoHEREFORD United are poised to unveil two more new signings, according to today's Evening News

John Grant, a striker formerly with Crewe Alexandra, has agreed terms to come to Edgar Street on a free transfer.

Director of Football Graham Turner has also recruited a left-back from a League club, although he will not name him until his contract with his previous club expires next

Friday 28 June 2002

Regionalisation set to return?A report on the Nationwide website says that Division Two and Three clubs are being urged to consider regionalisation by the latest financial report into the state of English football.

Financial consultants Deloitte and Touche have produced the report which concludes that 70 per cent of turnover is the 'comfort' level for expenditure on wages and their head of sport

Thursday 20 June 2002

Follow the Bulls...All around the Conference with HU-FC.co.uk - the Independent Hereford United Online Resource.
Please note that the 'TURNER READY TO TALK TO PLAYERS' story is not currently accessible.We hope to rectify the situation as soon as possible.

Tuesday 18 June 2002

Devlin linked with BullsNorthwich Victoria midfielder Mark Devlin is attracting interest from other Nationwide Conference clubs, but Vics boss and former Hereford attacker Jimmy Quinn is hopeful the midfielder will stay.

Hereford United have been linked with the former Exeter and Stoke City schemer, but Quinn told the Northwich Guardian: "I think he wants to stay and hopefully we can sort

Monday 17 June 2002

No news...Every summer I have to post one of these - a no news article!

It's been a fairly quiet weekend at Edgar Street but hopefully, the squad will be bolstered from its current role of eight and we'll see some progress on the field too within the next few weeks.

Thursday 13 June 2002

Follow the Bulls...All around the Conference with HU-FC.co.uk - the Independent Hereford United Online Resource.
Conference fixtures releasedThe Conference fixtures are out - here's Hereford's campaign in full:

Saturday 17 August - Hereford v Farnborough 15.00
Tuesday 20 August - Forest Green v Hereford 19.45
Saturday 24 August - Gravesend v Hereford 15.00
Monday 26 August - Hereford v Morecambe 15.00
Saturday 31 August - Nuneaton v Hereford 15.00
Tuesday 3 September - Hereford v Northwich 19.45
Saturday 7

Tuesday 11 June 2002

The road forward...With the Conference having two promotion places and play-offs next season, can Hereford United make it? Follow the action with HU-FC.co.uk.
Crozier backs moveThe Football Association's chief executive Adam Crozier has backed the two-up, two-down movement between Division Three and the Conference.

Crozier said from England's Awaji Island World Cup base in Japan through thefa.com: "We are happy that the great effort that the FA has put into this process has paid off. This is good news for English football at all levels and it's a real

Sunday 9 June 2002

Justice!With the Conference having two promotion places and play-offs next season, can Hereford United make it? Follow the action with HU-FC.co.uk.

Saturday 8 June 2002


The League Chairman has agreed to operate a 2 up 2 down system for the Conference. The number of loan players allowed in a season has been doubled. More later..

Wednesday 29 May 2002

May 2002



May 1st 2002


THREE Hereford United players have been included in the Welsh semi-professional squad for the upcoming Home Nations tournament.


Goalkeepers: Tony Roberts - Dagenham & Redbridge; Pat Mountain - Newport County.


Defenders: Lee Woodyatt - Chester City; Tony James -
Hereford United; Neil O'Brien - Carmarthen Town; Gary Lloyd - Barry
Town; Andrew York - Barry Town; Matthew

Monday 20 May 2002

Keep up-to-date...with the latest transfer news at Hereford United FC with HU-FC.co.uk.

Saturday 18 May 2002



Non League Results:
England 2 Scotland 0
Ireland 2 Wales 5

Hereford are in the running to sign Midfielder Gary Fitzpatrick who is out of contract at Telford.

Hereford are in the running for the signature of Telford Midfielder Gary Fitzpatrick who is out of contract.

Thursday 16 May 2002

Wales secure three pointsWales have won their second match in the Unibond Four Nations Tournament, beating Scotland 2-1.

Hereford United's Tony James and Paul Parry featured in the match which puts Wales second in the table, two points behind the Republic of Ireland, on four points. The two meet in the final match. England have just two points, whilst Scotland have yet to open their account.

Tuesday 14 May 2002

Wales robbed of winHereford United's Tony James and Paul Parry helped Wales to a 1-1 draw against England in the Unibond Four Nations Tournament at Boston United tonight.

An attendance of just 404 turned out for the game which Wales led from the sixty sixth minute though Neil O'Brien. A Simon Weatherstone goal three minutes into added time equalised for the English.

Gavin Williams, who

Monday 13 May 2002

Turner confirms Bentley interestHereford United chairman Graham Turner has confirmed that the Bulls have spoken to Telford United defender Jim Bentley.

Bentley's signature will be a coup for the Edgar Street club, as at least two other Football League clubs are thought to have discussed terms with him. Today's Shropshire Star said that a decision on Bentley's future is imminent.

United have

Friday 10 May 2002

Gav out - to YeovilYeovil Town have confirmed that Hereford United attacker Gavin Williams has signed for the Huish Park club.

The 21 year old Welshman had been offered a new contract at Hereford, it is thought which 'matched' his terms at Yeovil. However, he has chosen a move away from Edgar Street.

United should receive a fee from Yeovil for the move as Williams is not eligible for a free
One in, one to stay?Hereford United could be set to make their first summer signing, and retain a crucial player.

Telford United's out of contract defender Jim Bentley has been linked to the club, but the Bulls will fight with two un-named Division Two sides for his signature. Bentley, age 26, was the second top scorer at Bucks Head last season.

Hereford attacker Gavin Williams could also be

Monday 6 May 2002

Help the club and save moneySummer is traditionally a time of money shortages at Hereford United (is there a time that isn't!), so perhaps now is the best time to buy your season tickets. More...

Sunday 5 May 2002

Turner interview on BBCRead the BBC Hereford & Worcester interview with Hereford chairman Graham Turner. More...

Friday 3 May 2002

Squad releasedAll of the Hereford United players who were out of contract at the end of the season have been released. More details soon.

Wednesday 1 May 2002

Takeover latestHU-FC.co.uk will endeavour to bring you the latest on the ongoing saga at Edgar Street, with news and information on the board's actions and team make-up over the next few days. Visit the Independent Hereford United Online Resource - www.HU-FC.co.uk.
Takeover bid confirmedA supporters consortium has tabled a bid for Graham Turner's Hereford United shares.

Bulls chairman Turner confirmed that he received the offer, tabled by long standing supporter and BOLSA committee member Martin Watson.

BBC Hereford & Worcester report that the consortium has experience of aiding clubs in financial trouble, including Bournemouth and Chesterfield.

More to
Three United Players in Wales SquadThree Hereford United players have been included in the Welsh semi-professional squad for the upcoming Home Nations tournament.

Goalkeepers: Tony Roberts - Dagenham & Redbridge; Pat Mountain - Newport County.

Defenders: Lee Woodyatt - Chester City; Tony James - Hereford United; Neil O'Brien - Carmarthen Town; Gary Lloyd - Barry Town; Andrew York - Barry Town;

Tuesday 30 April 2002

April 2002

April 1st:


HEREFORD United have several injury doubts going into today's match against Woking, kick off 3pm.


For the Nationwide Conference clash, Ian Wright and
Ian Rodgerson are likely to face late fitness tests before Graham Turner
confirms his starting eleven. New signing Ross Diamond, who was
recently released by Birmingham, came on to replace Rodgerson in
Hereford's 3-2 defeat at
Turmoil ensues as Robinson goesTonight's Evening News reports that Phil Robinson, Hereford's player/coach, has not had his contract renewed.

More details soon.
Turner To Stay.
It has just been announced that Graham Turner & Joan Fennesey have been persuaded by the Board to stay at Hereford FC for the time being. It appears that other Directors were worried that without GT at this stage of the season there would be nobody with enough football experience to run the club. More meetings will be held shortly.
No news on Turner situationThere is still no news on the Graham Turner situation following yesterday's board meeting. An announcement is expected soon.

Monday 29 April 2002

The Graham Turner SagaA formal announcement regarding the situation is not expected until tomorrow. There is much speculation surrounding possible incoming investors and management teams, and HU-FC.co.uk will bring you the latest on these moves as and when announcements are made.
Update - the Graham Turner sagaGraham Turner's future at Hereford United is currently being discussed in a board meeting at Edgar Street. Chairman Turner and company secretary, Joan Fennessy, have announced their resignation from the club.

HUISA chairman Kevin Wargen has offered his association's support to anyone who takes over Hereford United. He said that without Graham Turner, the Bulls
Update - the Graham Turner sagaGraham Turner's future at Hereford United is currently being discussed in a board meeting at Edgar Street. Chairman Turner and company secretary, Joan Fennessy, have announced their resignation from the club.

HUISA chairman Kevin Wargen has offered his association's support to anyone who takes over Hereford United. He said that without Graham Turner, the Bulls
Turner and Fennessy to quitGraham Turner is set to quit Hereford United FC as both chairman and director of football.

The ex-Wolves boss, who has led the club for four years as chairman, told ClubCall: "I indicated to the board last week that I intended to resign from my position and I think along with that could well be and probably will be the resignation of the company secretary Joan Fennessy
Turner quitsGraham Turner is set to quit Hereford United FC as both chairman and director of football.

The ex-Wolves boss, who has led the club for four years as chairman, told ClubCall: "I indicated to the board last week that I intended to resign from my position and I think along with that could well be and probably will be the resignation of the company secretary Joan Fennessy. I think it's
Turner quitsGraham Turner has quit Hereford United FC. More to follow soon.

Sunday 28 April 2002

Boston are the strongest link, goodbye!Dagenham & Redbridge's 3-0 win over Chester City turned out to be a formality as Boston United beat Hayes 2-0 to secure the Nationwide Conference championship. Boston will play Third Division football next season whilst Hayes, who were already relegated, play in the Ryman Premier Division. Good luck to both in their newly-found divisions, and comiserations

Saturday 27 April 2002

Bulls sink to new depthsThe future of Hereford United chairman Graham Turner is in the balance following today's 3-1 defeat at Stevenage Borough. Read the reports with HU-FC.co.uk.
Stevenage 3 Hereford 1
Jackson 62 Piearce 19
Goodliffe 71
Stirling 86

Full report to follow
Stevenage 3 Hereford 1

Jackson 62 Piearce 19
Goodliffe 71
Stevenage 3 Hereford 1

Jackson 62 Piearce 19
Goodliffe 71
Stirling 86

A dissapointing result for Hereford United. Full report to follow

Friday 26 April 2002

Stevenage Borough vs Hereford UnitedFollow Saturday's game with BBC Hereford & Worcester (94.7 FM) or Classic Gold (954 AM), and then read the report later in the evening on HU-FC.co.uk.

Tuesday 23 April 2002

Hereford United 2 - 1 Swansea CityTwo late goals from Steve Piearce ensured Hereford won the HFA Senior Invitation Cup at Edgar Street tonight.

Monday 22 April 2002

Hereford United vs Swansea CityHerefordshire Football Association Senior Invitation Cup Final at Edgar Street - Tuesday at 7.30pm.

Saturday 20 April 2002

Hereford United 0 - 1 HayesResults, reports and reaction all on HU-FC.co.uk.

Friday 19 April 2002

Hereford United vs HayesFollow the build-up here.
Early team news for Saturday (Hereford vs Hayes)Hereford United midfielder Paul Parry is back in the team after serving a one-match suspension, and Rob Elmes could return after missing Tuesday's 1-0 win over Dagenham with a groin injury.

Hayes, under the temporary management of Willy Wordsworth, is without the suspended Kevin Warner. He said: "I might be looking to make one or two changes."

Thursday 18 April 2002

Williams leaving Edgar StreetHereford United's highly-rated attacker Gavin Williams is set to exit Edgar Street in the summer.

The Hereford Times report that Williams has failed to agree a new contract with the Bulls and after five years with Hereford, he will leave the club on May 4th. The twenty-one year old is expected to attract much attention from Football league sides.

United chairman

Tuesday 16 April 2002

Hereford United 1 - 0 Dagenham & RedbridgeA late, late goal from player-coach Phil Robinson handed Hereford a surprise 1-0 victory over league title challengers Dagenham. A Gavin Williams corner was headed on by Ian Wright for Robinson to turn home in the eighty eighth minute.

Monday 15 April 2002

Hereford vs DagenhamFollow the big match build-up with HU-FC.co.uk.
Wage caps to be implemented?The Non-League paper claims that the Conference is ready to impose a wage cap on players, as reported by confguide.com. Bizarrely, given the number of Conference clubs gone bust in recent years (none) compared to the number in the league (none, but about to be loads if you believe them), the paper claims that the FA is concerned about financial probity of Conference

Saturday 13 April 2002

Hereford United 1 - 0 Northwich VictoriaReports, reaction and round-up all online.
Hereford United 1 - 0 Northwich VictoriaGavin Williams' twentieth minute goal handed Hereford all three points in today's Conference game. The results puts them six points above the drop zone on forty nine, with Stalybridge down on forty three. Comiserations to Dover Athletic though, who have been relegated today after crashing 3-0 at Chester.

Reports and reaction from Edgar Street plus a

Friday 12 April 2002

Dodge encouragement for ailing BullsHereford United's veteran midfielder Ian Rodgerson is urging his team-mates to play out of their skins against Northwich Victoria tomorrow, kick off 3pm.

The Bulls are now just three points above the drop zone with four games left in the Nationwide Conference and a win at Edgar Street would ease relegation fears.

Rodgerson could return if he overcomes a

Thursday 11 April 2002

Skipper back for drop battleHereford United should have captain Ian Wright back in the first team for Saturday's crucial match against Northwich Victoria in the Nationwide Conference, kick off 3pm.

If the Bulls win the game at Edgar Street, they could ease relegation fears that have left them just three points above the drop zone. Scarborough won 2-0 against Southport last night, and jumped

Sunday 7 April 2002

The latest news from Edgar Street can be found in the table below.

Saturday 6 April 2002

Doncaster Rovers 4 - 0 Hereford UnitedThe full report of today's disaster can be found here.

Doncaster 4 - 0 Hereford United
A Watson double seals Hereford's Misery.

Watson 30 & 50
Squires 57.
Green 90.

Report to follow.

Wednesday 3 April 2002

The latest news...from Edgar Street can be found on the table below.

Monday 1 April 2002

Hereford United 2 - 2 WokingReports and reaction on HU-FC.co.uk.

Sunday 31 March 2002

March 2002

Mar 1st:


THE newly appointed committee would like to announce the formation of BOLSA – Bulls On-Line Supporters Association.


BOLSA is an independent non-political organisation
which intends to serve the needs of both exiled Hereford United FC
supporters, and local based supporters who wish to support the Club by
fund-raising and heightening the local and national awareness of the
current

Saturday 30 March 2002


Bulls thrown
back into relegation battle



Scarborough
3 - 2 Hereford United



Hereford United went down to their sixth
defeat in eight games as Scarborough emerged victors at
the McCain Stadium.

The 3-2 scoreline by which the Seadogs won does not show
the difference in quality between the two. Hereford, for
the most part, were

Thursday 28 March 2002

Friday March 29th:


Jones
out for Scarborough trip



Victory
for Hereford United at Scarborough tomorrow will help
cement their Nationwide Conference status, kick off 3pm.

The Bulls face crucial matches against relegation
threatened Scarborough and Woking over the Easter
weekend, and player-coach Phil Robinson told the Evening

Tuesday 26 March 2002


BOLSA reveal new website



The
committee of BOLSA – Bulls On-Line
Supporters Association - would like to announce that they
have established the official organisation website.


The site puts the club's financial
problems in historical context together with what it
means to be a Hereford United fan. Additional sections
focus on the fund

Monday 25 March 2002

Bulls sign ex-Owl

Hereford United have made another loan signing in time for tomorrow night's match against Chester City, with Doncaster Rovers defender Dean Barrick joining the Bulls until the end of the season.


Barrick is an ex-Sheffield Wednesday trainee who had spells with Rotherham United, Cambridge United, Bury and Preston North End. He spent a spell in Scotland on loan at Ayr United

Sunday 24 March 2002


Now the Yanks are after our players!



The United States semi-professional team
coach Leigh Cowlishaw is looking to recruit British
Conference players to play in the USA.

The coach told the Non-League Paper after England beat
his side 2-1 that many of the players int he Conference
could play at a much higher level in the USA and said:
"

Saturday 23 March 2002


Bulls
slip to another defeat



Hereford
United 0 - 2 Morecambe



Morecambe recorded their first ever win
at Edgar Street as Hereford United slumped to yet another
disappointing defeat.

The 2-0 reversal on home soil is Hereford's fourteenth
league loss this season, although they remain nine points
clear of the drop zone.

Friday 22 March 2002


Robbo wants top six place



Hereford United coach Phil Robinson is
still hoping for a Nationwide Conference top six finish,

Two wins could put United within one point of sixth place
and Robinson told the Evening News: "The league is
that tight that if we win these two matches we could even
start thinking about a top five or six place. As it

Wednesday 20 March 2002

Holmes signs on loan

Notts County’s young defender Richard Holmes has joined Hereford United on a month’s loan according to BBC Sport.

He made a big impact in the right-back berth in season 1999/2000. Holmes has played in just three games for the Magpies this season and will be looking to impress while at the Bulls in a hope to regain his first team place at County. Richard Holmes will return

Saturday 16 March 2002


Reaction to Dover victory

Hereford United emerged victorious from todays
Nationwide Conference six pointer, with a 1-0 victory
over relegation-bound Dover Athletic.

Bulls goalscorer Steve Piearce said on BBC Hereford
& Worcester: "I scored a similar one away at
Morecambe last year. We started to get dragged into the
relegation fight and the main
Hereford stop the rot

 Hereford United gained a vital single goal victory at Dover this afternoon to ease their relegation fears The Bulls were without Matt Clarke suspended and Matt Baker, ankle injury; so Stuart Jones continued in goal and Jimmy Quiggin returned to mid field with John Shirley and Scott Goodwin filling the full back positions. Gavin Williams and Rob Elms led the attack. The

Friday 15 March 2002



Baker out for Dover battle

Hereford United chairman Graham Turner has publicly
slammed his players after they slipped towards the
Nationwide Conference relegation zone.

Turner, who now plays a part in the team management, said:
"If the players don’t recognise the dangers,
they shouldn’t be playing football. We’ve got
to sort it out

Tuesday 12 March 2002

Losing Streak Continues

Ian Wright put Hereford United ahead. Farnborough hit back and levelled through Piper on 20 minutes. Phil Robinson, who has just come back from injury, netted two minutes later to give Hereford a half time lead. 

However, three goals in the second half sealed the victory for Farnborough. Taggart 59, Lee 79 and another goal from Piper late on meant that United came
Baker out for Farnborough game?

Hereford United have a doubt over the fitness of goalkeeper Matt Baker for tonight's game at Farnborough Town, kick off 7.45pm.


The 'keeper has an ankle injury and Lee Evans is on standby to take over should he fail to make the game. However, Phil Robinson should return after a calf injury and Ian Wright, Matt Clarke and Scott Goodwin are all fit again.


"We

Monday 11 March 2002

Bulls wait on fitness of Baker and Parry

Hereford United hope to have two crucial players fit for tomorrow's Nationwide Conference clash at Farnborough Town, kick off 7.45pm.


The Bulls should welcome back Phil Robinson after a calf injury, but will wait on the ankle injuries of Paul Parry and Matt Baker.


Farnborough boss Graham Westley has no fresh injury concerns as his side prepare to face

Sunday 10 March 2002


Robbo rues postponement



Hereford United coach Phil Robinson was
understandably disappointed at yesterday's match
postponement.

The Bulls were due to play Nationwide Conference leaders
Dagenham & Redbridge, but strong winds ripped off
part of the roof at the Meadow End, and also cut the
electricity supply to the public address system.

Saturday 9 March 2002


Light at the end of the tunnel



Today's HUISA meeting at the Richmond
Club revealed that the Unitary Development Plan, which
would keep Hereford United at Edgar Street, was passed in
the first vote unanimously by the Herefordshire Council
yesterday.

The plans mean that Hereford United are set to stay at
Edgar Street and the first hurdles
Breaking News

EXCLUSIVE:The GAME
HAS BEEN CALLED OFF.

The Police and Fire Brigade were called to
Edgar Street at about 12.30pm. Part roof off the medow end has
been ripped off and therefore the game was called off under the
Health and Saftey law. The car park has also been closed.

Matt Baker will not be playing for Hereford
today due to injury, but the club have signed a former Torquay
keeper.
Breaking News

EXCLUSIVE:The GAME
HAS BEEN CALLED OFF.

The Police and Fire Brigade have been called to
Edgar Street. The roof off the one stand has blown off and they
are currently trying to make it safe. The car park has been
closed and the game might have to be called off because this
breaching Health and Saftey laws.

Matt Baker will not be playing for Hereford
today due to injury, but the

Friday 8 March 2002


Daggers defender expects tough tie



Dagenham & Redbridge defender Ashley
Vickers is cautious about tomorrow's trip to Edgar Street
to play Hereford United in the Nationwide Conference,
kick off 3pm.

He said: "Hereford on Saturday will be a difficult
game, they don't concede many goals. We beat them 1-0 at
Victoria Road this season and

Thursday 7 March 2002



Bulls ready for big game

Hereford United face Nationwide Conference leaders
Dagenham & Redbridge on saturday in a crucial match, kick off 3pm.

The Bulls go into the game on the back of three straight
defeats against a Dagenham side who are unbeaten away
from home in league encounters this season. Hereford went
down to an unlucky 1-0 defeat at

Reserves win

The Hereford United reserve team beat Tamworth 2-1
last night in the Central Conference.

Meanwhile, you could play for the HUISA team in a pre-season
match against the first team in the summer. You can make
bids to play for the team directly to HUISA chairman
Kevin Wargen, or at the player of the year award in April.

Wednesday 6 March 2002


Red card harsh - Robbo

Hereford United coach Phil Robinson has vented his
anger at John Snape's red card against Telford United
last night, which Hereford lost 1-0.

"John was dismissed for the use of foul and abusive
language," explained Hereford player-coach Phil
Robinson in today's Evening News. "That infuriates
me because every

Tuesday 5 March 2002



Three in a row!



Hereford
United 0 - 1 Telford United



Another silly goal resulted in another
defeat for Hereford United, this time 1-0 to Telford
United at Edgar Street.

Peter Smith's goal eight minutes after half time handed
the Shropshire side all three points in a game spoilt by
the referee and his assistants.

The
Hereford Have Host Of Injuries

Hereford United have got a host of injury doubts for tonight's clash against Telford United at Edgar Street in the Nationwide Conference, kick off 7.45pm.


After two last minute defeats, the Bulls have got to focus on proceedings but could be without several first team regulars for the match.


After the 2-1 defeat at Yeovil, in which a Paul Parry 'goal' was

Monday 4 March 2002


United face injury crisis

Hereford United could be down to twelve available
players for tomorrow night's encounter at Edgar Street
against Telford United, kick off 7.45pm.

The Nationwide Conference side have Matt Clarke, John
Snape, Danny Davidson, Scott Goodwin and Phil Robinson
are all struggling to be fit in time for the match.
Attacker Scott

Saturday 2 March 2002


Robbo blind on sending off

Hereford coach Phil Robinson saw nothing of the
incident that saw Yeovil's Michael McIndoe sending off at
Huish Park.

"I know it sounds like Arsene Wenger, but I didn't
see it," he told the Non-League Paper. "However,
John Snape is an honest professional and I don't think he
would go down unless something
Yeovil Town 2 - 1 Hereford United

Another last minute goal saw Hereford United go down to a defeat in today's Nationwide Conference encounter at Huish Park. Yeovil wasted a penalty before taking a late first half lead through Nick Crittende, and Hereford equalised two minutes after the break through Paul Parry. Michael McIndoe was sent off with seventeen minutes left but the handicap didn't
Game on! Today's Yeovil Town vs Hereford United Nationwide Conference fixture is on, according to the Huish Park club.

If the situation changes, then details will be posted here on HU-FC.co.uk.

Friday 1 March 2002

Yeovil wait on four

Hereford United face a tough task to overcome Yeovil Town in tomorrow's Nationwide Conference encounter at Huish Park, kick off 3pm.


The Bulls have recently moved into the top half of the table but have since lost against Chester City and Leigh RMI. Yeovil, on the other hand, are third and beat Hereford 2-0 at Edgar Street last September.


Glovers boss Gary Johnson is

Thursday 28 February 2002


Boss wants top eight finish



Hereford United coach Phil
Robinson is hoping that his side will finish in the top
eight of the Nationwide Conference this season.

A final league position of eighth or above means
qualification for the potentially lucrative LDV Vans
Trophy, which involves teams from Divisions Two and Three.

The Bulls

Tuesday 26 February 2002


Season still alive: coach



Hereford United have to
recover from Saturday's FA Trophy defeat and focus on the
league, according to coach Phil Robinson.

Chester City scored a last minute goal to put Hereford
out of the Trophy, 2-1 at the Deva Stadium, and the Bulls
go to third-placed Yeovil Town on Saturday. There are
also games coming up

Monday 25 February 2002



Fans clash in city centre



Shoppers looked on in
horror as rival football 'fans' clashed in Chester city
centre – resulting in hundreds of pounds worth of
damage to pubs.

Trouble erupted between Chester City FC 'fans' and
Hereford United 'supporters' before Saturday’s match
among hundreds of shoppers.

Fights both inside
Robbo choked by defeat

Hereford United coach Phil Robinson was extremely unhappy with his side's 2-1 FA Trophy defeat at Chester City on Saturday.


"Their winning goal was a real choker," he told the Evening News. "We started to defend a bit too deeply. When you defend deep and you make a mistake, as we did, then it can prove costly."


He added: "It's common knowledge that we are struggling

Saturday 23 February 2002


Injury time
heartbreak for United


Chester
City 2 - 1 Hereford United

Hereford United will count themselves very unlucky to
have exited this season's FA Trophy at the Deva Stadium
this afternoon as a late, late goal from Chester City's
Jimmy Haarhoff secured a 2-1 victory.

The Bulls made two changes to the side that beat Boston

Friday 22 February 2002


Confidence high in United ranks

With good morale and an excellent run behind them,
Hereford United are confident of victory in tomorrow's FA
Trophy fifth round tie at Chester City, kick off 3pm.

The Bulls beat second placed Boston United 4-3 on Monday
night and have now lost just once in eleven game, but
know that Mark Wright's Chester side will

Thursday 21 February 2002


Baker signs new contract

Hereford United's young goalkeeper Matt Baker has
signed a new contract with the club.

The former Hull City stopper, who has missed just one
first team game this season, has agreed to a new two and
a half year contract keeping him at Edgar Street until
May 2004. The twenty two year old has impressed many with
his

Tuesday 19 February 2002


Robbo delighted with comeback

Hereford United player/coach Phil Robinson
congratulated his side's comeback in yesterday's 4-3
Nationwide Conference win at second placed Boston United.

"At 2-0 down after only 12 minutes I was a little
bit worried," he told the Evening News. "Thankfully,
the players showed a lot of character."

The Bulls' next game

Sunday 17 February 2002

Boston Preview


Hereford go into Monday nights live Sky match with no new injury worries, but this is being written on a Sunday so keep an eye open on http://www.thisishufc.co.uk in case this situation changes. The Bulls will be keen to impress on the TV, and to make amends for the last minute defeat earlier in the season at Edgar Street


As for Boston, they have new signings Kevin Evans, from

Thursday 14 February 2002


Bull and Breakfast



Former Hereford United player coach Steve
Bull has been promoting breakfasts.


The former Wolves star said: "You
can't properly start the day without a good breakfast."
He was tucking into a sumptuous spread put on cook
Frances Kennedy of the Staffordshire Womens Food and
Farming Union.


But he admitted in his

Wednesday 13 February 2002


James reacts to club statement



Herefordshire Council leader Terry James
has responded to the Hereford United statement issued on
Tuesday regarding the club's survival.

The statement read: "It is with increasing concern
that we view the public debate, claims and counterclaims,
about the future of this club. As the representatives of
the

Two late goals
seal Bulls' win



Hereford
United 4 - 1 Hampton & Richmond Borough

Hereford United progressed to the fifth round of the
FA Umbro Trophy after overcoming Hampton & Richmond
Borough at Edgar Street, eventually convincingly.

The 4-1 victory sets up a big tie in the fifth round -
away at Chester City - but tonight's result do not

Tuesday 12 February 2002

Two late goals secure Bulls win

Hereford United 4 - 1 Hampton & Richmond Borough
Hereford will play Chester City in the fifth round of the FA Trophy after they beat Hampton 4-1 at Edgar Street tonight. Matt Clarke, Tony James, Gavin Williams and Ian Wright scored the goals for the Bulls.


Club call for unity



The Hereford United board of directors
have released the following
Hereford hope for two winsNot only do Hereford United hope to win against Hampton & Richmond Borough in tonight's FA Trophy fourth round clash, but need to beat the weather in order for the game to go ahead.

Tonight's game is ON at the moment, kick off at Edgar Street is at 7.45pm. The Bulls have to revive themselves after a 1-0 league defeat against Leigh RMI at the weekend, and coach Phil

Monday 11 February 2002

James still leads awardTony James is still top of the Ray Mercer Evening News Trophy as the best-rated player in the two counties this season.

Hereford's highly rated defender averaged 7.43 from thirty-two games and he is ahead of rivals from Stourport Swifts and other Herefordians. Matt Baker and Gavin Williams are both averaging 7.0.

Kidderminster Harrier's Dean Bennett is leading their

Sunday 10 February 2002

Waywell full of Harrison praise


LEIGH RMI boss Steve Waywell told Football.Nationwide.co.uk that
ex-Hereford defender Gerry Harrison was the key in his side's 1-0 win
over the Bulls at Edgar Street yesterday.


"Gerry Harrison missed last week's game at Margate and
we missed him - and against Hereford he was outstanding," said Waywell.
"He's a cocky, confident sort of lad and the other players respond to
that. He was

Saturday 9 February 2002

Dodge Blames Throat For Defeat


HEREFORD United's veteran midfielder Ian Rodgerson used his sore
throat as an excuse for his side's 1-0 defeat to Leigh RMI today.


"I woke up this morning and my throat was on fire so I
got some antibiotics from the doctor," he told BBC Hereford &
Worcester. " I felt a bit lothargic but I wasn't playing to well so I'll
use that as my excuse!"


The game saw plenty of Hereford chances but

Leigh Defeat Bulls

Hereford United 0 - 1 Leigh RMI


Hereford United's unbeaten run is over and they lost it deservedly at
Edgar Street this afternoon with Lancastrians Leigh RMI securing a 1-0
win.


It was not that Leigh deserved their victory, but that
Hereford threw away the game as they squandered chances and lacked the
cutting edge. One lapse in concentration cost them dearly.


The Bulls won 1-0 at

Snapper Hopes For Nine


JOHN Snape is hoping to extend Hereford United's unbeaten run to eight games today as the Bulls host Leigh RMI, kick off 3pm.


The livewire midfielder is in his fourth season at
Edgar Street and is known as one of Hereford's most committed players
who is never afraid to go in for a challenge.


"Snape has been one of the unsung heroes in the years
gone by but this year he has also proved a

Friday 8 February 2002


RMI to provide tough test

Hereford United host Leigh RMI at Edgar Street in the Nationwide Conference tomorrow, kick off 3pm.


Leigh's away record is better than their home after to recent wins at Northwich and Telford but Hereford player/coach Phil Robinson is eager to end that run. "Their current form is decent and they have picked up quite a few places in recent games," he told the Evening

Thursday 7 February 2002

Feb 7th 2002


HEREFORD United coach Phil Robinson has asked for supporters to back two wins in four days.


The Bulls take on Leigh RMI at Edgar Street on
Saturday in the Nationwide Conference before playing their delayed FA
Trophy clash at home against Hampton & Richmond Borough on
Tuesday.


Crowds at Edgar Street are still too low with the club
unable to cover costs, and Robinson told the Hereford