News & Match Reports

In an email communication earlier today, the Southern League state: “It is the League’s intention to publish the 2020/21 season’s fixtures on Friday 28th August at 1pm.” Further, we now have confirmation that because of the likely compression of the season caused by Covid 19 the Southern League Cup competition will be suspended for the 2020/2021…

Pre-season Friendly 22/8/20 vs. Llantwit Major Following restrictions on travel for sport imposed by the Welsh Government, the scheduled game will not now take place. Alec Hayter Press Officer

The game against Andover New Street is now a first-team fixture and will kick off at 12 pm on Saturday 15th August and is an away fixture. This was a Development fixture but they will now be in action later in the day at Ludgershall Sports FC where they will kick off at 3 pm….

Wednesday evening’s friendly against Lymington has now been changed to a 7 pm kick-off. We are still unable to let fans in the ground, but we will be streaming the match on YouTube again. It’s available for free to view but last time we had an amazing response to our virtual tickets and we were…

Salisbury FC 2  Moneyfields FC 1 Preseason friendly match Saturday 8 August 2020 By Alec Hayter Against Moneyfields, who had already played two friendly matches and scored 16 goals in the process, this was not likely to be the most straightforward of friendly matches, especially with its being the Whites’ first, but there was enough…

Please remember that preseason games are being played behind closed doors and fans are not permitted to enter the stadium. The bar is also closed. Please stay away as you’ll be turned away if you turn up. We have a list of club officials, players and match officials. These are the only people that will…

We did the August lottery draw last Saturday at the Ray Mac. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Thanks to Alan Green who drew the numbers. Congratulations to the following winners of the August windfall lottery. Monthly Draw Winners 1st Shaun Drew £140 2nd Emma Carey £84 3rd Lynn Robinson £57

We did the July lottery draw on Thursday at the Ray Mac. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Thanks to Charlie Searle who drew the numbers. Congratulations to the following winners of the July windfall lottery. Monthly Draw Winners 1st Paul Miller £140 2nd Robert Martin £84 3rd Julie Coward £57

The Football Association have produced proposals for these competitions for season 2020-21, and there follow brief details (which are of course possibly subject to change, depending on Covid 19). Emirates FA Cup The Whites are exempt until the First Round Qualifying which takes place on Tuesday 22 September, with teams coming through from the Extra…

I caught up with the lads on Saturday at training as they worked hard to be ready for preseason. I also had a quick chat with Elliot, Charlie and Dom. Thanks for all of your support.

Salisbury FC supporter and sponsor, Suzie Iles joined me at the Ray Mac for a chat. Football can’t return soon enough Suzie who is desperate to get back on the terrace (or in the bar if it gets a bit chilly ?). She tells me all about her new business partnership and why they decided…

The Whites are very pleased to confirm that they have now completed the acquisition of 18 year old Dominic Jefferies following FA approval. Jefferies was released by Newport County AFC at the end of season 2019/20, and had enjoyed a two match loan spell at Salisbury, during which he impressed in midfield and also scored…

It’s a very strange start to this season, but we must start somewhere. So, we are pleased to confirm we have some preseason friendlies arranged. Unfortunately, as we can’t currently allow supporters into the stadium, these games will be played behind closed doors unless there is some miraculous change announced in the interim. If we…

We’ve received several requests to purchase player sponsorship for next season. We really weren’t sure when to launch this, but have been led by supporter demand. So, as we have something resembling a squad of players, you now have the chance to sponsor them for next season. In the table below, the green blocks are…

The FA have released the allocations for the 2020/21 season. Salisbury FC remains at Step 3 and in the Southern Premier League – South, the same as during 2019/20 season. Blackfield & Langley have chosen to resign from our league and will be dropping down to the Wessex Premier Division (Step 5). This leaves us…

On Saturday, the lads returned to the Ray Mac for the first time in too many months. It was great to see the stadium come to life again after being dormant for so long. Everyone had a smile on their face despite the torture they were enduring as they were put through their paces for…

The Salisbury FC Supporters Club have launched ROUND 3 of their 50/50 type raffle. This web version will be slightly different from the usual competition that they run on match days as the pot will be split three ways. 1/3 will go into the prize fund. 1/3 will go to the NHS Salisbury Hospital Stars…

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature, Bay Downing & Darren Mullings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 All images are reproduced by kind permission of our photographers, Michael Berkeley and Roger Elliott and are copyright, so…

Our online shop has been closed since lockdown began, as having staff available to prepare orders was not possible. As we start to return to some sort of normality, we now have staff around the club more often and can safely arrange delivery or collection of orders. So, we’re pleased to announce that the online…

Thanks to everyone that took part in the Ray Mac Maker competition. Everyone has worked hard and have produced some great Salisbury FC creations. The competition was split into two age groups. Primary school (up to and including year 6) and secondary school (years 7 – 11)**. Each group has the chance to win the…

We did the Super Draw and the June lottery draw on Thursday at the Ray Mac. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Thanks to Jeff and his son George from Jeff T’s Barber Shop who drew the numbers. Congratulations to the following winners of the Super Draw & June windfall lottery. Super Draw Winner…

WILTSHIRE FA REVEAL A NEW LOGO IN LINE WITH THE COMPLETION OF THE NEW SITE IN DEVIZES Our County FA has recently revealed a new logo design as part of their move to their new headquarters in Devizes. The updated look features a simplified, more modern version of the classic logo. Wiltshire FA, Football Development…

Last winter, two storms took out two sections of the perimeter fence at the Ray Mac. After receiving a grant, we were able to carry out the repairs. Simon Ayres of LET’s Build It 4U did the work and it looks great. You can call Simon on 07415 202818 if you have any work that…

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature, Josh Sommerton & Alex LaFleur. There was a time, in my playing days – or in other words eons ago – when defenders were really only asked to defend, but nowadays they have to do more. We didn’t have wing-backs for example, and, as I have said…

This time, Ian is joined by the Salisbury FC Manager, Steve Claridge. He welcomes 6 new players to the Ray Mac. Press Officer, Alec Hater said the following… The Whites are pleased to announce the following new signings for next season: 26 year old striker Harry Baker has joined Salisbury from local rivals Poole Town….

Salisbury FC Player/Coach, Darren Mullings joins us for a chat about his new challenge, BLM and the music he listens to on a sunny day.

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature, Warren Bentley 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 All images are reproduced by kind permission of our photographers, Michael Berkeley and Roger Elliott and are copyright, so they should not be reproduced. Please seek agreement should you wish…

This time, Ian is joined by the Salisbury FC Manager, Steve Claridge. He updates us on how things are going with building a team for next season and his disappointment at some of the departures Link discussed in this video. Virtual tickets.

COMPETITION NOW CLOSED! With a lot of time on your hands, how about getting creative? Create something “Salisbury FC” (it doesn’t need to be the stadium) and you could win some fantastic prizes. You can draw, paint, model, sing, animate, Lego, Minecraft or use any other medium you can think of to make your representation…

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature a range of goalkeepers from the 2019/20 season. Goalies – sometimes you either love’em….or not! Of all the positions on the pitch, arguably these guys (of whom it is often said “you have to be mad to be a keeper”) are almost always at the centre of…

Salisbury FC will be running a development side for the 20/21 season playing in the restructured Wyvern league. Home matches will be played predominantly at the Ray Mac, mostly on Saturdays when the 1st team are away. This is an opportunity for the best young local players to showcase their abilities and develop their talent….

Just a quick update by Ian Pearson as he speaks to the Salisbury FC Assistant Manager, Callum Hart. He tells us about his new sporting challenge and how he’s dealing with the lockdown. He also gives us an update on how things are coming together for next season. Thanks, Callum for giving up your time…

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature Shaquille Hippolyte-Patrick. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 All images are reproduced by kind permission of our photographers, Michael Berkeley and Roger Elliott and are copyright, so they should not be reproduced. Please seek agreement should…

Without our amazing sponsors, Salisbury Football Club would be very different. Our Commercial Manager, Alan Green tries to build a bond with every single sponsor as they’re all hugely important to us. As we’re fortunate enough to have so many, this isn’t always straightforward. To make this easier, the club is planning to build a…

In this episode of Extra Time, we feature Kevin Amankwaah and Nathaniel Oseni. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 All images are reproduced by kind permission of our photographers, Michael Berkeley and Roger Elliott and are copyright, so…

We did the May lottery draw on Thursday. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Thanks to David from Fire Protection who drew the numbers. Congratulations to the following winners of the April windfall lottery. Monthly Draw Winners 1st Richard Kay £141 2nd Cristopher Annetts £85 3rd Paul Orsborn £57

We did the April lottery draw on Thursday. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Paul Hallam from Berry Telecom drew the numbers. Congratulations to the following winners of the April windfall lottery. Monthly 1st Nigel Cullen £141 2nd Allan Trowbridge £85 3rd John Bletsoe £57

Three large tablecloths that were surplus to requirements from Anyas lounge at Salisbury FC have been repurposed with an additional 25 metres of ribbon into 21 scrub bags. The material was no longer of use in the hospitality area at the Ray Mac, so it made sense to put it to better use than sitting…

Without our amazing sponsors, Salisbury Football Club would be very different. Our Commercial Manager, Alan Green tries to build a bond with every single sponsor as they’re all hugely important to us. As we’re fortunate enough to have so many, this isn’t always straightforward. To make this easier, the club is planning to build a…

A bit of the Ray Mac with your next shop? Tesco Extra on Southampton Road in Salisbury have reached out to us at the club and requested the use of some of our car park barriers. We were only too happy to assist and will be temporarily donating 35 barriers to the store to help…

Dan came back to the Mac from Wealdstone just before the start of the 2018/9 season, the first for the Club in the Southern Premier. He had previously been with the Whites in their “City” days, but his return saw him make 54 appearances, finding the net 19 times. His experience was invaluable at the…

During the season all the players contribute to a “fines” fund which is normally used to help pay for their end of season team holiday to the sun.  Clearly that is not possible to do this year.  As a result, the players have decided to donate this money, around £600, to the Salisbury District Hospital…

Without our amazing sponsors, Salisbury Football Club would be very different. Our Commercial Manager, Alan Green tries to build a bond with every single sponsor as they’re all hugely important to us. As we’re fortunate enough to have so many, this isn’t always straightforward. To make this easier, the club is planning to build a…

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Continuing our series of featured players, this time it’s popular midfielder, Lewis Benson. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 All images are reproduced by kind permission of our photographers, Michael Berkeley and Roger Elliott and are copyright, so they should not be reproduced. Please seek agreement should you…

We have a bit of extra time on our hands at the moment, with football having been suspended for the foreseeable future, so we thought that we would look back through the photographs of the current season before it was so suddenly terminated. We aim to feature one of the Club’s players from time to…

Well, now we know what I am sure we all anticipated – that the season 2019/20 has been brought to a premature close. What of course we were unsure about was whether the results and league positions would be declared null and void or whether final tables would be reconstructed on the basis of average…

Below you can read the full statement supplied by the FA confirming the termination of the 2019/20 season and that all results from this season have been expunged.

For your information there follows a statement being released into the media from Wiltshire FA Wiltshire FA have awarded FA Charter Standard status to Salisbury FC. The FA Charter Standard Programme is the FA’s accreditation scheme, open to all clubs affiliated to Wiltshire FA, that aims to raise standards in the grassroots game. Tim Hall, Senior…

What, no football?! We have a bit of extra time on our hands at the moment, with football having been suspended for the foreseeable future, so we thought that we would look back through the photographs of the current season before it was so suddenly interrupted. We aim to feature one of the Club’s players…

Dear Salisbury FC Supporters Like many of you, I am at home desperately missing watching the football on the TV, listening on the radio and but particularly watching Salisbury FC!! However, the primary focus for us all now is to look after our families and support the Government in what is clearly the most extreme…

As promised, we have now received a statement from the southern league. Following the statement issued by the League on Friday 13th March 2020, it was indicated that a further statement would be forthcoming on Friday 20th March 2020. It has been agreed that the League is officially suspended until 3rd April 2020. However, it…

We have received the following update from the FA and have been informed by the Southern League that there will be a statement from them issued to all Clubs tomorrow morning. If there’s anything in it that’s of interest we will obviously share it with you all. UPDATE 6 – 19 MARCH 2020 PROFESSIONAL GAME…

As a result of the latest Covid-19 advice from the FA, received via the Southern League, we have decided to close our office to visitors for the foreseeable future.  This decision has been taken to safeguard our staff, volunteers, and any potential visitors to the Club.  Any urgent enquiries please either ring 01722 776655 and…

Our latest update from the FA arrived this morning and we’re being informed that there will be no football for the “foreseeable future”. The situation is ever-changing and we’ll update you all as we receive details. Today’s FA statement reads: “Following the Government’s announcement today, for people to avoid social contact and gatherings where possible,…

The decision has been made to postpone the girls’ training session that was due to be held at the Ray Mac on Saturday 14th March. All the coaches that have been working hard to put this free event on are devastated but don’t want to put anyone at risk. A revised date will be arranged…

A conference call took place this afternoon to discuss the Coronovirus situation following advise that the FA has been given by the Government. The decision has now been made to postpone all matches in the Southern League. The league supplied the following statement… “Further to discussions this afternoon, a decision has been taken that ALL…

Harrow Borough 2 Salisbury FC 2 BetVictor Southern Premier Division South Tuesday, 10 March 2020 By Alec Hayter Last night’s Harrow programme was written for the original game on 29 February, but was nevertheless up-to-date as to the weather conditions which prevailed a week later. A strong wind and heavy rain made life difficult for…

The Whites are pleased to announce the signing of experienced defender/midfielder Ashley Wells, who will be available for tonight’s match at Harrow Borough. Wells, affectionately known by Terras’ fans as “Mr Weymouth”, and Club Captain, comes to the Club following recent spells at Dorchester and Wimborne. A pacy defender, he signed for Weymouth in 2012…

We did the March lottery draw on Tuesday. All the Social distancing requirements were observed. Pete Robinson drew the numbers and announced that if he drew his own number he would the winnings to the club. Congratulations to the following winners of the March windfall lottery. Monthly 1st Ian White £168 2nd Grahame Chubb £100…

Congratulations to the following winners of the February windfall lottery. Monthly 1st Kevin Amankwaah £168 2nd Grahame Chubb £100 3rd David Thomas £67

Salisbury FC 2 Merthyr Town 1 BetVictor Southern Premier Division South Saturday, 7 March 2020 By Alec Hayter “A game to forget, but we got 3 points.” was Steve Claridge’s departing comment, but there was also some cheer from other results, which continue to surprise. There was, however, not much to surprise or delight anyone…

Today’s match against Merthyr Town will be the last game Tom Leak is eligible for before returning to Walsall. He has been here on loan since October 2019 when he made his debut against Hendon and has been an important part of the squad ever since. We obviously don’t know if he will feature at…

Our away fixture against Harrow Borough has been brought forward and will now be played on Tuesday, March 10th and will kick-off at 7.45 pm.

After returning to the club earlier this season, Bay Downing has decided to leave Salisbury FC. We wish him all the best for the future and would like to take this opportunity to thank him for his service to the club over the past 2 seasons.