We would like to introduce our Board Members to our community and fan base
Gavin
Appleby
Chairman
Joining the club in 2002, Gavin has overseen the continued development of the youth section, been instrumental in the growth of the clubs facilities and the implementation of the 3G pitch in 2023 at the clubs Roe Lane Playing Fields site.
Gavin, also over 20 years has been a very successful youth coach within the clubs set up.
Appointed 1st Team Chairman in 2022.
Robin
van der Laan
Director
Over 400 appearances and 70 goals as a professional player for clubs like Port Vale FC, Derby County FC, Wolverhampton Wanders FC, and Barnsley FC.
Robin’s association with the club started in 2005 coaching junior teams at Town before becoming 1st Team Manager in a 6 year spell from 2017 to 2023.
Appointed a Director in 2015.
Jeff
Harrall
Financial Director
Joining the club in 2002, Gavin has overseen the continued development of the youth section, been instrumental in the growth of the clubs facilities and the implementation of the 3G pitch in 2023 at the clubs Roe Lane Playing Fields site.
Gavin, also over 20 years has been a very successful youth coach within the clubs set up.
Appointed 1st Team Chairman in 2022.
Ray
Moorland
Director
Joined the Clubs Board in 2022 following spells in the boardrooms of Mossley FC and Halifax Town FC.
Ray has been a practicing solicitors for over 40 years in the local area and serves as guidance to the board on all legal matters.
John
Jones
Director
Joined the Clubs Board in 2022.
John has a range of qualities and skills he brings to the club, including his extensive knowledge of the building trade and local business.
Julie
Mirowski
Director
Joined the Clubs Board on 5th November 2024.
Julie is a long term sponsor, supporter and friend of the club. No stranger to the business world, Julie is co-owner of the highly respected Rydale Roofing and has a background working with organizations such as Alice Charity and the Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce.
Julie will be the first female directorship appointment to our board.
Helen
Follwell
Director
Helen joined the board in October 2025 having served many years in our youth section and being part of our Women’s Committee. Our second ever female Director, Helen is a successful locasl business women, who will prove to be a great additional to our diverse board.
Terry
Donlon
Director
Former businessman Terry has been a long time board member, supporting the club in it’s growth and development over the years.
