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Treasureline: Week 35

This week’s Treasureline Winners for Week 35 – 22nd January 2025 are in! The rollover this week was £500 and remember it can reach up to a life-changing £10,000!!

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Prize Draw No. Members Name £500 Rollover WE5752 NO WINNER £1000 AG5243 P JACKSON £100 LJ3676 D BROADBENT £50 BR0097 C HAGGAS £50 RP1276 S CLARKE £25 RQ0347 C JUDSON £25 HA5957 E SADOFSKY £10 LM0262 R WHELAN £10 RQ0544 A GREENWOOD £10 NJ5455 N THURLWELL £10 BA3112 P COTTON £10 LK3883 M TOSNEY £10 HJ6029 L STEAD £10 FB4298 B CARR £10 OB4354 R HIGHFIELD £10 BK4057 C MILLER £10 LL1340 L BELL Bury FC is a partner of NYCDA and a beneficiary of the NYCDA Weekly Draw. Gambling Commission account number 5166. Registered Office: 1-2 Frecheville Court, Bury, BL9 0UF. Responsible Person: Mr M Brocklehurst. For more information, please visit www.nycdaweeklydraw.co.uk/treasureline.
 
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Match Info: Lower Breck (H), Sat 25th Jan, 3pm KO

Challenges don’t come much bigger than the one we face against the team who back in November ended our 21-match unbeaten run.
 
Lower Breck are in good form, having won their last six matches, but they have to play Pilkington less than 48 hours prior to their trip to Gigg and our win last weekend as well as a strengthened squad send us into what we know will be a tough game brimming with confidence.
 
The Shakers’ performance in the victory at Barnoldswick was excellent, especially in the second half. And the scoreline could have been even more impressive had it not been for Jack McGovern’s penalty heroics and a late consolation depriving us of a clean sheet.
 
This first home game of 2025 marks a fresh start, with a stronger and hopefully more settled squad as we go into our last 14 games.
 
The competition at the top of the league is hotting up. So…the call goes out again. Be there. Be part of it. Be loud. Up the Shakers!!!
  View the post match media from last weekend’s win at Barnoldswick including interviews with Dave McNabb, Gaz Peet & Louis Jeanne below.
      In Opposition – Lower Breck
Lower Breck are currently fourth in the table, with 61 points from 30 games compared with our 67 from 32. So they, too, are well on target to achieve their goal of promotion. Their last six matches – every one a win – have yielded 18 goals, with only two against.
 
The club came into being 14 years ago to provide a youth team for the Tuebrook area of Liverpool and plays at the Anfield Sports Community Centre. They removed the age barrier with the aim of becoming the top non-league club in Liverpool – a target reflected in the motto on their coat of arms: nulli secondus (second to none).
 
Lower Breck joined the NWCFL in 2019 and were promoted to the Premier Division four years ago.
 
  On the Day & In the Ground
Our Matchday @ Gigg guide is available to read to find out everything you need to know going on in and around the ground.
  Starkies Bar
Before kick-off: Starkies will be open at the normal time of 12.30pm for supporters to access from the Manchester Road End entrance before kick-off. This will be on a first-come, first-served basis up to capacity, which will be managed on the door.

Supporters will only be able to gain entry by presenting their online ticket purchased in advance, and no re-entry will be allowed once supporters leave to take their seat ahead of kick-off.

Starkies Pass ticket holders will be permitted access at any time in line with their purchase.

During the game: After kick-off, the bar can be accessed by anyone situated in the Main Stand (via the door linked to the concourse) or in the South Stand (via the front of the Manchester Road End). The bar is open throughout the game, including at half-time.

Post-match: Starkies will be open to all, again up to capacity, with last orders at 7.30pm.
  Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make it to the action at Gigg Lane, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.
  Live Stream: An international stream will be available, for this fixture. Not available in the UK

Live stream tickets will be available to purchase very soon from our ticket webpage HERE.

Keep up-to-date with all our video content via the club’s YouTube Channel. Click to subscribe and never miss highlights and match reaction across the season.
  Audio Commentary: Roch Valley Radio will be providing commentary for this game. Join the team from the press box at Gigg Lane. Click here ahead of kick-off to listen live. Audio commentary will be provided for every game of the season, so you will never miss a piece of the action.
  Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.
  Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.
  Up the Shakers!
  #ShakersTogether | #BuryFC | #PartOfIt
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Now Hiring: Head Of Commercial

As part of the next stage of developing the commercial department of the club, we are looking to recruit a Head Of Commercial. This will be aimed at building on the foundations set so far and continue to build upon the Partnerships Programme released last year.

Please see the details below and apply with a covering letter before midnight on the 2nd February.

Salary circa £35,000 p.a. + OTE
Location Bury Football Club, Gigg Lane, Bury
Contract type Permanent (full time)
Closing date 23:59 hours on 2 February 2025
Apply to: opscommittee@buryfc.co.uk

Bury Football Club, a semi-professional football club presently operating at Step 5 of non-league football, is looking for a Head of Commercial to join with and lead a team of volunteers in delivering our partnership and sponsorship programmes and generate wider revenue streams.

The role will report to the board of the Football Supporters’ Society of Bury, the vehicle through which the Club is owned by its members, and will involve working closely with the Club’s Head of Operations to generate and implement the partnership, sponsorship and revenue opportunities that you will drive across the business.

Key Responsibilities

You will bring experience in business development and sponsorship sales and have an understanding of how a typical matchday will drive revenue for a football club at our level. We require someone with highly developed organisational skills, the ability to take the initiative and work collaboratively with staff and volunteers.  In particular you will:
 
Develop and maintain the Club’s brand identity that will support all sales efforts and be reflected in all marketing material Prepare and implement a sales marketing plan to support the delivery of the Club’s partnership programme Support the FSSB board and the committees that report to the FSSB board in the development of pricing for all hospitality packages and products Ensure that the Club maintains constant communication with partners and sponsors Co-ordinate all commercial matchday activity (including live streaming of fixtures when permitted) through working closely with the Club’s Head of Operations, staff and volunteers to ensure a high standard of delivery Lead and work closely with volunteers on the commercial committee Work closely with the Club’s Head of Operations to ensure that all packages can be delivered Sell matchday hospitality packages and any non-matchday events Build relationships with existing customers and increase revenue where possible Focus on acquisition, conversion and customer spend within a multi-channel sales environment. Develop revenue streams through the implementation of FanZone Optimise revenues with excellent account management capabilities Seek high levels of customer retention including re-introduction of lapsed customers Understand the various products and services available with the ability to confidently present and improve conversion Develop and implement a strategy for increasing matchday attendance Develop a programme of non-matchday income streams through events including maximising secondary spend from pitch hire Creating and implementing the sale of stadium hire packages to professional clubs for training Collaborate with the Club’s Head of Operations, staff and volunteers to maximise the matchday experience

General responsibilities
 
Compliance with the Club’s policies Compliance with the Club’s health and safety procedures Compliance with the Club’s safeguarding policies To promote the Club’s values To work consistently to embed equality, diversity and inclusion into the Club To help create a collaborative culture by working closely with members of the FSSB board, the Club’s Head of Operations, staff and volunteers To support the wider community interests and aspirations of the Club To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected for the role To maintain a high standard of professional conduct at all times

Person Specification
Knowledge: the level and breadth of knowledge to undertake the role, for example the understanding of a defined system, method or procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc 


Essential
 
Knowledge of hospitality products and services Sales of partnerships and sponsorships in a sports or similar environment Negotiate and agree the key terms of sponsorship and partnership contracts and agreements and manage their delivery and compliance Knowledge of B2B networks Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Negotiation skills Commitment to customer service and detail Competent in Microsoft Office suite Conflict resolution with customers Competent and personable with good time management skills ability to remain calm under pressure and work as part of a team resilience and the ability to cope with rejection discreet and confidential promote, adhere to and implement the Club’s equality, diversity and inclusion policy and to work consistently to embed equality, diversity and inclusion within the Club a role model of the Club’s values proven business to business sales experience with a track record in delivering results proven experience in a sales-focused role experience in customer service and account management

Desirable
 
Knowledge of food and beverage in the sports / football sector Understanding of the matchday experience Experience of working within a football club or similar environment Professional qualification in either business management, finance, marketing or business administration

This is a great time to #BePartOfIt and join a fantastic club with over 139 years of history.
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Shakers add two ahead of Barnoldswick fixture

Ahead of tomorrow’s trip to Barnoldswick, we have added two new players to the squad.

Defender Louis Jeanne joins us on dual-registration from NPL side Wythenshawe Town.

The 25-year-old played a massive role in their promotion last season and was a key part of the defensive unit that conceded the fewest goals in the league.

Attacking midfielder, Tyler James also signs for the Shakers, joining us from fellow NWCFL side Padiham.

The 21-year-old joins us after scoring 21 goals in 34 games this season. Tyler has also previously played for Macclesfield, where he came through the clubs BTEC programme & Prestwich Heys.

Both players are available for selection for our first game in two weeks at Barnoldswick Town on Saturday afternoon.
 
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Match Info: Barnoldswick Town (A), Sat 18th Jan, 3pm KO

We’ve had two weeks to move on from the defeat we suffered in South Manchester. Postponement of the home game against FC Isle of Man was unfortunate but necessary. So now we’re all set to go again as we travel to Barnoldswick.
 
How do we handle this match? – Coaches, players, and yes, fans as well – it is crucial that we start the final third of the season with a bang. And a repeat of the 7-0 drubbing we dished out at the Silentnight Stadium last season could be just the catalyst we need.
 
We still second in the league, and recent new signings have further strengthened an already strong squad. Our bid for promotion is most definitely on – and eminently achievable.
 
So, you Shakers fans, head up to the north-east corner of Lancashire and support the lads with plenty of raucous noise. Up the Shakers!
      In Opposition – Barnoldswick Town
Barlick are currently 14th in the league with 40 points from 29 games – well below their aspirations, but three places above where they finished last season. They have won just one of their last six games – against Cheadle Town.
 
The club started life in 1972 as Barnoldswick United (1972) and played on what had been a cattle-grazing field. They took the name Barnoldswick Town FC in 2003 after joining with two other local clubs.
 
By 2009, their pitch was up to North West Counties league standard, and they were promoted as runners up after just one season in Division One.
  Admission & Tickets
This fixture is ALL-TICKET, for Bury supporters. Click here to purchase your ticket.

Coach tickets will be on sale until 1pm on Friday. For coach tickets click here.
    Travel & Parking
Nearest Railway: Colne (5.8 miles)

Nearest Bus Route to Ground: N/A
Driving: M65 to end (Colne), straight on at round-a-bout, through two sets of traffic lights to round-a-bout. Turn left to Barnoldswick. On entering Barnoldswick through traffic lights straight on at mini round-a-bout, through built up area. On leaving built up area turn right into Green Berfield Lane (Club signposted). Bear right on track to rear of ground and car park.

From A56 Gisburn turn right signposted Barnoldswick. On entering built up area turn left onto Green Berfield lane, (Club signposted). Bear on track to rear of ground and car park.


Parking Facilities: Please follow postcode BB18 5DD Barnoldswick have secured additional parking in Rolls Royce car park opposite Aldi – They will have a car park attendant to help you & it’s a 2 min walk to the ground which will be signposted.

Ground Facilities: Licenced Bar with plenty of seating available. Tea bar selling hot and cold food. We also have plenty of covered seating behind the goal as well as covered standing both behind the goal and down the side of the ground.
Sat Nav Postcode: BB18 5LJ

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  Match Coverage & Live Stream
If you are unable to make the game, we’ll have all the live coverage across our media platforms.
 
Live Stream: For this game, we will have no live stream. Keep up-to-date with all our video content via the club’s YouTube Channel. Click to subscribe and never miss highlights and match reaction across the season.
 
Audio Commentary: Roch Valley Radio will be providing commentary for this game. Click here ahead of kick-off to listen live. Audio commentary will be provided for every game of the season, so you will never miss a piece of the action.
 
Social Media: Our team will also bring you in-depth text commentary via the club ‘MatchDay Live‘ Twitter feed, with team news and half time and full time updates available also on Facebook and feel like you are there with our match galleries and imagery available over on Instagram.
 
Whatever the weather, wherever you are across the globe, we have you covered.
 
Up the Shakers!
  #ShakersTogether | #BuryFC | #PartofIt
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