Matthew Conridge

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[Kieran Maguire @KieranMaguire]

Interesting comments from Ebbsfleet United on the Club website suggesting that some clubs in National League are paying players off book to save PAYE/NI. Certainly plenty of anecdotal evidence that this is an issue.

Website also says that the Club adhered to a zero-tolerance policy on lowering standards and compliance in regards to financial matters and payroll. Good to see standards are being set.

Also worth noting that in 2024/25 all but one
Clubs in the National League have published their accounts for the season.
One club has used a loophole to delay publishing their accounts for three months. That club is...Ebbsfleet United!

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

The 2025/26 comes to an end for @tivertontownfc and it has a number of highs and lows. If I’m honest, it was a particularly challenging season both on and off of the pitch but that’s football, progression is rarely a smooth ride.

Focusing on the positives, the win against Taunton in January was a particular highlight. Dan Koita’s late winner was something I’ll remember for many years to come. The Woman’s and Boys Under 18s FA Cup runs were sensational and gave many people something to focus on during the Men’s first team struggles. The signing of the new 30 year lease on the grind was finally completed this week and the club now has foundations on which to build.

There are so many people who deserve praise and thanks but if I tried to name everybody I’d miss a few so I’ll just highlight a few. First to our Chairman Ian Moorcroft who is stepping down from his role at the end of the season. It’s tough to sum up his contribution to the club but I’ll attempt to; he is up there with a handful of people who over the clubs history have had the biggest, positive impact. He is a ‘one in a million’ for certain, and we are all very thankful for everything he has done.

Kimm Smith steps down from his role as Treasurer after at least forty years. He has been a constant for the club, one of the pillars that has supported the club through thick and thin. He’ll be impossible to replace, a true club legend.

Deb Whiteway does so much behind the scenes, attempts to stay out of the limelight but contributes so much on a daily basis. Whether she’s sorting out the faulty boiler in the changing rooms, supporting players with welfare concerns or making trips to the wholesalers to stock up the fridges, without her the club would not function.

And Viv Curtis, everybody knows Viv. She’s done so much since I rejoined and it’s been an absolute pleasure to work with her. She is as good an administrator as you could imagine and an even better human being.

To my fellow committee members, Mark C, Mark F, Mike, Clare, Kimm, Viv and Deb and Rob along with previous members Andy and Olly, it was and is an absolute pleasure to work with you. I count each of you as true friends.

And thank you to all of the staff, management, players, supporters and volunteers. Football is one of the only activities in life that brings so many different people together around one common interest. Love it.

My time as Vice Chair now comes to an end although I’ll still be involved as much as I can. Three years is a long time running a club and in that time family, friends and work have all taken a lower position on the ‘priority list’. It’s time to change that, spend much more time with my family before they fly the nest and let others with enthusiasm, passion and ability move the club on.

We have a great club, with fantastic people and a strong community. Step forward, be part of it and make history.

Onwards and upwards 💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

The only way this project gets completed is for the community to come together and drive it though. It’s down to the people of Tiverton and the surrounding areas to create something for the community, create a foundation for football in the area for many years to come 💛

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

FUTURE IS NOW

The planning for the 3G at the Slee Blackwell Solicitors Stadium has been submitted!

The 3G will allow the club to become a centre of our community.

Read more about the project and how YOU can help the club's future below.

https://t.co/pYBUpeUZIW

#OneTivvy💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

👉 https://t.co/GSevr0FEqq

This is a milestone for the club. Huge amounts of hard work have gone into getting to this point, some of the hurdles we had to jump over had been a challenge. Lots of people have contributed, none more so then XL Planning and Glenn Crocker who have been incredible.

There is still a lot to do though. The club needs to form a task force to see this project through. If you are interested please get in touch.

Onwards and upwards 💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

It’s tough at the moment, when it rains it pours (quite literally!).

This week saw @SouthWestWater drainage system back up and flood our pitch which added to the huge amount of rain we have had for what feels like months has made it impossible to carry out the pitch improvements we have planned.

Playing two home games in three months puts a serious strain on finances, and it’s very difficult for the team to build any momentum with games being called off regularly. The forecast for the next couple of weeks appears to show the weather will be tricky and no amount of hard work will change this.

Clubs up and down the south west are struggling, and volunteers continue to work day and night to keep these teams afloat. Perhaps there needs to be some form of support from the @fa ? We’ll see.

In the meantime thank you to everyone at @tivertontownfc who are volunteering their time to try to get games on, and keep things ticking over behind the scenes, you are the lifeblood of the club 💛

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

MATCH POSTPONED 🌧️

Following the recent weather and continued weather warnings, an early pitch inspection was carried out at The Slee Blackwell Solicitiors Stadium this afternoon, following the inspection tomorrow’s fixture against Evesham United has been postponed.

A new date for the fixture will be announced in due course.

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

@HarryHugoGoat When do you expect this to launch Harry?

[Joel Willans @VFinnishProbs]

These 1310 NATO deaths are what “doing nothing” looks like according to a five-time draft dodger.

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

It’s hard to get your head around how a country like the US can change so quickly and so dramatically. From what many would consider a beacon of freedom, a world leader to what they now are under #trump How so many people still back this wannabe dictator, somebody who treats allies with such contempt at the same time as costing up with other dictators and brutal regimes in unfathomable.

On the flip side, the ‘left’ are partly to blame. The constant pushing of ideologies that few believe in and the ‘you must believe in everything we believe in’ created this new wave of the far right.

Both sides of the spectrum are to blame for the current situation and we all now have to experience a new world order. Abysmal.

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

A CALL TO ARMS 💛

The club has issued an update, and a call for interested parties to get in contact in regards to the future of the club

Read it all, here 👇👇👇

https://t.co/aueicCpwwr

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

Today was a good day 😍

Fantastic performance from the lads, huge effort by volunteers to get the game on and then cope with a big attendance, epic effort 👏

Delighted for Asa, Steve and David. Results haven’t gone our way this season despite performances being good, but over the last two games we’ve shown that results can match performances.

And a thank you to the Taunton Stewards for assisting our Stewards (who do a great job as usual).

Onwards and upwards 💛

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

FT’|

2026 ends 6 years of disappointment on the M5

A Wellington screamer and Koitas acrobatics sees us over the line.

💛🖤2-1🦚

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

It’s been a hard few months both on and off the pitch but yesterday was a good day 💛

Hopefully the turning point as we head into the local derby on Saturday. Team and club need you there, let’s make it a proper derby day ⚽️

Onwards and upwards

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

FULL TIME

3 POINTS IN THE DEVON DERBY.

Tor Swann puts an end to the drought with a brace.

We all know who’s next but let that sink in Yellows.

🌳1-2💛🖤

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

Absolutely terrible news 😕

[AFC Dudley @AFCDudley2026]

CLUB STATEMENT

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that Bedlington Terriers Football Club must announce that the club will be folding with immediate effect.

This is an incredibly difficult moment for everyone connected with the Terriers. A club with such a long and proud history, built by generations of players, volunteers, supporters, and officials, has been an important part of the local community for many years. The memories created on and off the pitch will never be forgotten.

The decision to bring the club to an end has not been taken lightly. Despite the tireless efforts of those involved to keep the club going, circumstances have made it impossible to continue. It is heartbreaking to see a club with so much tradition and passion come to an end in this way.

We would like to thank all players, managers, coaches, committee members, sponsors, and supporters who have represented and supported Bedlington Terriers Football Club over the years. Your commitment, loyalty, and love for the club are what made it special.

While the club may no longer continue, its legacy will live on in the memories of everyone who had the privilege of being part of Bedlington Terriers Football Club.

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

Are you interested in joining the `behind the scenes` matchday team here at Tiverton Town FC ? We`re currently looking for someone to fulfil the role of Fixture Secretary.

The role will require someone who can complete all necessary matchday administration tasks, including the submission of team sheets and full time reports, in an orderly and timely manner and the arrangement of matches and officials as well as other tasks as required..

If you think this voluntary role is for you, or someone you know, simply drop us an email declaring your interest to [email protected]

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

@TQ_Pilgrim I suppose it depends if you are a defender or attacker 😀

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

Never seen a first half like this before 😳😆

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

HT’|

What is going on in Dorset?

9 goals, Tivvy lead, Swann and Horne on Braces!!!

🔴⚪️4-5💛🖤

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy💛

[Tiverton Town FC @tivertontownfc]

EXECUTIVE UPDATE ✍️

As we reach the four-month mark of the season, the Committee provide an update on key areas of the clubs progress as we continue to move forward together.

Read all about it ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://t.co/NKV7LJzEtI

#OneTownOneTeamOneTivvy 💛

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

@swjoduk You have a quality squad, can’t see the current dip lasting much longer. Although hopefully it doesn’t improve before we play you next 😆

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

It becomes quite frustrating knowing that so many teams at various levels break the rules when it comes to paying players to avoid tax and NI. Tough to compete when you follow the rules.

The two big ‘cheats’ are paying players in cash off the books and paying players via expenses.

For clarity, you cannot pay players via expenses unless they are legitimate. You can’t pay players cash which isn’t declared.

Even if the FA don’t act through incompetence or lack of man power, the HMRC eventually will and it will be the players as well as the clubs they go after.

The stories I’ve heard over the last few months include a local team (doing very well) paying their players entirely via expenses, a club paying a small amount via the club and topping up significantly via the Manager/Chairman/Director and many more.

The Southern League were on the verge of implementing a form which detailed payment agreement for non contract players but pulled it at the last minute at the beginning of the season. I wonder why?

[Matthew Conridge @MatthewConridge]

Very little surprises me in football these days but every once in awhile something does. This week it’s certainly more of shock, sadness and disgust 😔