Both Sides of the Tamar Posted December 12, 2023 Report Share Posted December 12, 2023 On 07/12/2023 at 16:19, Monsoon said: Some attendance figures for the rugby league 1,473 ,903, 976 ,827 1062, 946 ,807, 1046, 1031, 1182 Not too shabby for a Northern game eh ? Bet a few football clubs down here would love those sort of figures. These figures are from the 2022 season.Looking around the ground the 2023 figures wouldn't be too far adrift. Northern game, but a surprisingly large number of Cornish and Devon followers! Will be getting a ST again next year! Thecupfootballblogger and Marcus Grose 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils@Dusk Posted December 13, 2023 Report Share Posted December 13, 2023 I'm glad you're talking about "youth", and not "local". I can remember the last time Truro had to use local players. 😬 That's just not going to fly at our current level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Wade Posted February 1 Report Share Posted February 1 its been very quite on the subject! Any updates? JW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 1 Report Share Posted February 1 58 minutes ago, Jeremy Wade said: its been very quite on the subject! Any updates? JW Yes, would be nice to hear a progress report from the new owners or their representatives. Would think that some sort of promotional campaign will be be getting underway to build awareness in the area and sell season tickets, not to mention getting pre season friendlies at their new home arranged. Am I also correct in thinking that April 1st (2 months away now), is the deadline for Truro City to inform the National League where they will be playing next season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsman10 Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 Any truth in rumour Truro are looking to use Taunton ground to finish the home fixtures ? Ian Pethick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 33 minutes ago, sportsman10 said: Any truth in rumour Truro are looking to use Taunton ground to finish the home fixtures ? Cannot see any way that the Southern League would allow that. Wordsworth Drive has also been prone to waterlogging this season and has seen plenty of cancellations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Town Man Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 55 minutes ago, sportsman10 said: Any truth in rumour Truro are looking to use Taunton ground to finish the home fixtures ? That would be another kick in the teeth for any home fans they have remaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOpinionoftheReferee Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 19 minutes ago, Ian Pethick said: Cannot see any way that the Southern League would allow that. Wordsworth Drive has also been prone to waterlogging this season and has seen plenty of cancellations. Good job the Southern League don't have a say in the matter 😅 Think, there is inevitably going to be some clashes and significant pressure on the volunteer workforce and availability at Bolitho Park so exploring alternatives might not be such a bad thing. Outside of poor weather Taunton's pitch is generally okay and have recently had some work done to it so it could be an option. Whether Taunton are open to the idea of "helping" a relegation rival as it might end up is another matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamar.man Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 58 minutes ago, Ian Pethick said: Cannot see any way that the Southern League would allow that. Wordsworth Drive has also been prone to waterlogging this season and has seen plenty of cancellations. Neither Taunton or Truro are in the southern league, nothing to do with them, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 46 minutes ago, TheOpinionoftheReferee said: Good job the Southern League don't have a say in the matter 😅 Think, there is inevitably going to be some clashes and significant pressure on the volunteer workforce and availability at Bolitho Park so exploring alternatives might not be such a bad thing. Outside of poor weather Taunton's pitch is generally okay and have recently had some work done to it so it could be an option. Whether Taunton are open to the idea of "helping" a relegation rival as it might end up is another matter. 45 minutes ago, Tamar.man said: Neither Taunton or Truro are in the southern league, nothing to do with them, My mistake , National League. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 2 Report Share Posted February 2 Tuesday night match between Truro and Taunton now reversed, and will be played at Wordsworth Drive. Probably a sensible decision that eases the pressure on the Bolitho pitch.Does raise the question of what now happens on Saturday March 2nd when Taunton were due to be home to Truro, Parkway are fixtured to be playing at home against Salisbury on that day. Guess one of these games is going to have to shift to Friday night or even Sunday afternoon to accommodate both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsman10 Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 14 hours ago, Ian Pethick said: Tuesday night match between Truro and Taunton now reversed, and will be played at Wordsworth Drive. Probably a sensible decision that eases the pressure on the Bolitho pitch.Does raise the question of what now happens on Saturday March 2nd when Taunton were due to be home to Truro, Parkway are fixtured to be playing at home against Salisbury on that day. Guess one of these games is going to have to shift to Friday night or even Sunday afternoon to accommodate both. From what i understand Taunton are still classed as the away team Tuesday. So will still play home on march the 2nd . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Deacon Posted February 3 Author Report Share Posted February 3 1 hour ago, sportsman10 said: From what i understand Taunton are still classed aa the away team Tuesday. So will still play home on march the 2nd . The club view on their website:-“Truro City can confirm that the club's scheduled home match against Taunton Town on Tuesday, February, 6, has been reversed. The game will now take place at Taunton Town's home venue of Wordsworth Drive. As per the original fixture, the game will kick-off at 7.45pm. This fixture reversal means that Truro City will now become the home club, when we face the Peacocks on Saturday, March 2.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tfenlon Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 1 hour ago, Dave Deacon said: This fixture reversal means that Truro City will now become the home club, when we face the Peacocks on Saturday, March 2.” Ambiguous wording with neither ground being named sportsman10 and Footy follower 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsman10 Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 As i mentioned this might well be the way for Truro for the season . Not great for the Truro fans again another 1 1/2 hours added on for a home midweek fixture for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 42 minutes ago, tfenlon said: Ambiguous wording with neither ground being named Would have thought the change of ownership at City would have ushered in a new era of engagement with their past, current and future supporter base. Rumours and conjecture about them seeing out the season on Taunton's ground are swirling around the various forums and social media sites. Nothing from the club either confirming or denying this and giving reasons for the fixture "reversal." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Darren Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 5 minutes ago, Ian Pethick said: Would have thought the change of ownership at City would have ushered in a new era of engagement with their past, current and future supporter base. Rumours and conjecture about them seeing out the season on Taunton's ground are swirling around the various forums and social media sites. Nothing from the club either confirming or denying this and giving reasons for the fixture "reversal." As once said before. The communication from the club is appalling. Mr Masters said about something a while back and if you weren’t part of whatever that was then you knew nothing. You can ask on Twitter but you get no response. A joke of a club who have alienated so many people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 3 hours ago, St Darren said: As once said before. The communication from the club is appalling. Mr Masters said about something a while back and if you weren’t part of whatever that was then you knew nothing. You can ask on Twitter but you get no response. A joke of a club who have alienated so many people. It ain't great, and the sad thing is, its so easy to fix. St Darren and Ian Pethick 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Masters Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 46 minutes ago, Craze said: It ain't great, and the sad thing is, its so easy to fix. Cut some slack here, I sure all will work out in the fullness of time, very difficult to change grounds midterm without good reason, so you can rule that out, new owners are new owners with no inherited infrastructure, it will take time to learn the ropes, as long as all the wages, bills are being paid and we stay in the NLS, that would be a good enough for me. Truro City F.C are coming home for good next season, rejoice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Darren Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 17 minutes ago, Peter Masters said: Cut some slack here, I sure all will work out in the fullness of time, very difficult to change grounds midterm without good reason, so you can rule that out, new owners are new owners with no inherited infrastructure, it will take time to learn the ropes, as long as all the wages, bills are being paid and we stay in the NLS, that would be a good enough for me. Truro City F.C are coming home for good next season, rejoice! Cut some slack. It’s been the same shit show off the pitch for the last 15 years. They’ve no interest interacting with others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Masters Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 On 03/02/2024 at 18:19, St Darren said: Cut some slack. It’s been the same shit show off the pitch for the last 15 years. They’ve no interest interacting with others. Nasty! you always had regular updates from me and indeed Radio Cornwall, I am sure when TCFC come home things will be a lot better, I trust you will buy a season ticket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsman10 Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 12 minutes ago, Peter Masters said: Nasty! you always had regular updates from me and indeed Radio Cornwall, I am sure when TCFC come home things will be a lot better, I trust you will buy a season ticket? But why are they not better now ? Only when they come back ?? Why all the secrets all the time. I’m assuming Truro want a crowd turning up when they ever get back home. is there no drive to promote the club in Cornwall . The players maybe doing a meet and greet in the town they supposedly represent or doing training down there I bet there 1/2 of the squad that probably never set foot in Truro. All seems an odd way to run a club Ian Pethick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Masters Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 17 minutes ago, sportsman10 said: But why are they not better now ? Only when they come back ?? Why all the secrets all the time. I’m assuming Truro want a crowd turning up when they ever get back home. is there no drive to promote the club in Cornwall . The players maybe doing a meet and greet in the town they supposedly represent or doing training down there I bet there 1/2 of the squad that probably never set foot in Truro. All seems an odd way to run a club I don't think there are any secrets, there is no drama going on behind the curtains as far as I am aware, maybe one or two have their own self interests, but whats new there! I am sure when Truro are back home they can expect good crowds in excess 1000, maybe TISA will return, older and much wiser Buckland Jim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Darren Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 1 hour ago, Peter Masters said: Nasty! you always had regular updates from me and indeed Radio Cornwall, I am sure when TCFC come home things will be a lot better, I trust you will buy a season ticket? Why would I buy a season ticket when the club don’t do anything for the community. There’s no communication, you ask a question and there’s nothing in return. They’ve got years of building bridges to get near to the support that the likes of Falmouth Town get. Ian Pethick, sportsman10, Town Fan and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 1 hour ago, sportsman10 said: But why are they not better now ? Only when they come back ?? Why all the secrets all the time. I’m assuming Truro want a crowd turning up when they ever get back home. is there no drive to promote the club in Cornwall . The players maybe doing a meet and greet in the town they supposedly represent or doing training down there I bet there 1/2 of the squad that probably never set foot in Truro. All seems an odd way to run a club That's what I can't put my finger on as well. You would have thought that pictures of the new ground, players in hi viz vests at the building site and the like would be all over social and print media. To my knowledge, there's nothing beyond #FootballsComingHome on all the club's tweets. If they were looking to engage supporters past and present while attracting those new to the club (Eric Perez talked about wanting kids walking around wearing Truro City shirts) then there would be major promotional drives happening now, but it seems nothing is happening. Persistent rumours knocking around various forums that Langarth will not be ready for the start of season 2024/25, and the lack of communication coming from Truro City just fuels this. sportsman10 and Thecupfootballblogger 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Darren Posted February 4 Report Share Posted February 4 I think there’s a touch of arrogance from the club thinking that people will just flock back when they return to Truro. Buckland Jim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 16 hours ago, St Darren said: I think there’s a touch of arrogance from the club thinking that people will just flock back when they return to Truro. I think they're just naive/stupid. They seriously need someone to do PR full time, and someone to run the website better than it is - theres pages on there that are almost a decade old. No simple to fix things like player bios/meet the squad. Regular updates on player fitness etc. https://www.trurocityfc.net/teams/83206 Links to pages from 2015 and 2016. Ian Pethick and St Darren 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattelot Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 22 hours ago, Peter Masters said: I don't think there are any secrets, there is no drama going on behind the curtains as far as I am aware, maybe one or two have their own self interests, but whats new there! I am sure when Truro are back home they can expect good crowds in excess 1000, maybe TISA will return, older and much wiser 1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccer Follower Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 22 hours ago, Peter Masters said: I don't think there are any secrets, there is no drama going on behind the curtains as far as I am aware, maybe one or two have their own self interests, but whats new there! I am sure when Truro are back home they can expect good crowds in excess 1000, maybe TISA will return, older and much wiser 1000,probably be more watching Threemilestone! mattelot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 'They can expect good crowds in excess 1000 (sic)' They need to earn those crowds not expect them, and that comes with community engagement not just a standard of football. mattelot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Town Man Posted February 5 Report Share Posted February 5 8 hours ago, Craze said: I think they're just naive/stupid. They seriously need someone to do PR full time, and someone to run the website better than it is - theres pages on there that are almost a decade old. No simple to fix things like player bios/meet the squad. Regular updates on player fitness etc. https://www.trurocityfc.net/teams/83206 Links to pages from 2015 and 2016. Great report by Rhod Mitchell on there about an 8-goal thriller against Maidenhead......unfortunately it is from Jan. 2016!!!!!! Just not good enough from a National League outfit and the top team in Cornwall. Someone needs to up their game at that club. Craze 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Deacon Posted February 6 Author Report Share Posted February 6 Isn’t this the current website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 6 Report Share Posted February 6 9 hours ago, Dave Deacon said: Isn’t this the current website Yeah you've quoted the same website I have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Deacon Posted February 6 Author Report Share Posted February 6 3 hours ago, Craze said: Yeah you've quoted the same website I have. So they've got current as well as one is able to go back into previous seasons. I don't really see what's so bad about that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Partridge Posted February 6 Report Share Posted February 6 Crowds of 1000? What were Truro averaging at home before vacating Treyew Road? I doubt it was close to 1000 back then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 6 Report Share Posted February 6 2 hours ago, Dave Deacon said: So they've got current as well as one is able to go back into previous seasons. I don't really see what's so bad about that! Well it doesn't make any sense that there are links to a decade ago when some of the up to date stuff isn't and/or doesn't even exist. Happy to take on the job if anyones listening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Both Sides of the Tamar Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 On 04/02/2024 at 20:07, Peter Masters said: I don't think there are any secrets, there is no drama going on behind the curtains as far as I am aware, maybe one or two have their own self interests, but whats new there! I am sure when Truro are back home they can expect good crowds in excess 1000, maybe TISA will return, older and much wiser I don’ t think ‘expect’ is the right word here. However, as I’ve said, the new owners have make a good job of building a fan base whilst running the Rugby League operation. This is essentially what they face next IF tickets, match day and season tickets, are competitively priced that will help, as would a couple of prestige PSFs to raise the club profile. A commercial presence in the city would be good, but a tricky period even further away from Cornwall apparently awaits. City are nearly home and then a make or break period awaits. I’m cautiously optimistic. Fan engagement will be key. City’s record isn’t great, so a low bar to overcome! Graham Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john black Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 Good point for CITYlast night at Wordsworth drive in appalling conditions......Peacocks still seem fairly strong to me. Big crowd of 489 as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tavi Fan Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 Taunton town stuff now confirmed. What a mess for everyone involved really feel for the fans here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Gibbons Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 https://www.trurocityfc.net/news/club-statement-home-fixtures-2832147.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craze Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 Better late than never. Really wish they'd do this sort of communication on camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomersetObserver Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 Blimey Parkway's pitch must be absolutely dreadful if Wordsworth Drive is seen as a better option. Still the extra income will be handy for Taunton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsman10 Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 1 hour ago, SomersetObserver said: Blimey Parkway's pitch must be absolutely dreadful if Wordsworth Drive is seen as a better option. Still the extra income will be handy for Taunton. Taunton need the cash. Parkway need Truro gone as they cant sustain 2 teams a win win situation for both clubs. Graham Martin and Thecupfootballblogger 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Both Sides of the Tamar Posted February 7 Report Share Posted February 7 Time I think to accept the fallout between the two clubs rather than ruminating on it further. These are two of the biggest clubs either side of the Tamar. Both have issues that need addressing, but I hope both can do so without further ill feeling or rancour and a poor ongoing relationship. We are where we are. Heaven only knows what the gates for TCFC will be playing in Taunton. In Plymouth there is a city full of football fans. Parkway and other local club fans had a chance to see a higher level of non league football in their vicinity . Taunton residents / fans have the exciting prospect of seeing the same set of teams they already see. Hmm. A tough 2.5 months ahead for City, but let’s bite the bullet and get this season finished! 2 hours ago, sportsman10 said: Taunton need the cash. Parkway need Truro gone as they cant sustain 2 teams a win win situation for both clubs. Financially probably a lose-lose situation for both clubs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils@Dusk Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 10 hours ago, Luke Gibbons said: https://www.trurocityfc.net/news/club-statement-home-fixtures-2832147.html Could someone post the article here, please? My antivirus STILL won't let me go onto the site. 6 hours ago, Both SIdes of the Tamar said: Time I think to accept the fallout between the two clubs rather than ruminating on it further. These are two of the biggest clubs either side of the Tamar. Both have issues that need addressing, but I hope both can do so without further ill feeling or rancour and a poor ongoing relationship. We are where we are. Heaven only knows what the gates for TCFC will be playing in Taunton. In Plymouth there is a city full of football fans. Parkway and other local club fans had a chance to see a higher level of non league football in their vicinity . Taunton residents / fans have the exciting prospect of seeing the same set of teams they already see. Hmm. A tough 2.5 months ahead for City, but let’s bite the bullet and get this season finished! Financially probably a lose-lose situation for both clubs. Is that a literal fallout (clubs not getting on), or just regarding of the pitch not being playable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Gibbons Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 "Football's Coming Home back to Truro, and back to Cornwall this summer for Truro City Football Club, but before it does, we must communicate an important update on home fixtures for the remainder of the current Vanarama National League South campaign. As you are aware, unfortunately we have not been able to play a number of home fixtures at Bolitho Park this season. In the circumstances, we have made the decision to move our remaining home games this season away from Bolitho Park. Truro City’s home games for the last months of the 23-24 campaign will take place at Wordsworth Drive, home of Taunton Town Football Club. Our match against Eastbourne Borough will now take place this coming Saturday, February, 10, at Wordsworth Drive. The home fixture next Tuesday, February 13, against Dover Athletic will not take place on this date, and will be rescheduled to a date to be confirmed, later in the season. This decision to move was not made lightly, and we recognise that in some ways it makes it even more difficult for our incredibly loyal supporters to be with us in our last matches outside Cornwall. However, we consider that this temporary arrangement will help the club to best meet our remaining match day commitments for this season. With such a momentous return home now confirmed for this summer, our time and energy away from the pitch is focused on making the imminent move to our brand-new facility at Langarth the best it can possibly be, for you, our fans, as well as for our players and staff. The club would like to place on record our considerable thanks to the National League for their support since the takeover. We’d also like to thank Taunton Town, who have generously allowed us to see out our last few months in exile at their storied facility. In the coming weeks, we will have more news to bring you regarding our return to Truro, but in the meantime, we are committed to finishing the season as strongly as possible and building for an incredibly bright future. At home, in Truro, in Cornwall, where we belong." Devils@Dusk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Deacon Posted February 8 Author Report Share Posted February 8 1 hour ago, Devils@Dusk said: Could someone post the article here, please? My antivirus STILL won't let me go onto the site. It’s also on a separate thread - “Taunton it is!” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Pethick Posted February 15 Report Share Posted February 15 Planning permission for Langarth now granted. Intention is for Truro to play there next season, although not clear if it is at the start of,or at some stage during, the 2024/25 campaign. https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-02-15/cornish-football-club-to-return-to-home-city-next-season Thecupfootballblogger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Deacon Posted February 16 Author Report Share Posted February 16 17 hours ago, Ian Pethick said: Planning permission for Langarth now granted. Intention is for Truro to play there next season, although not clear if it is at the start of,or at some stage during, the 2024/25 campaign. https://www.itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-02-15/cornish-football-club-to-return-to-home-city-next-season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheOpinionoftheReferee Posted February 16 Report Share Posted February 16 12 minutes ago, Dave Deacon said: "Games off lads. Can't play on that" Dave Deacon, mattelot, Footy follower and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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