This week John asks if we’ll ever play the likes of Bury or Notts County again; indeed, will they ever play again? John suggests that supporters really need to look into the business dealings, past and present, of their owners and uses the Bury story to prove his point.

A reminder that all HUST members as of 31st of July will be entered into a prize draw to win Peter Kioso’s home shirt from last season, which he has also kindly signed. We’ll be making the draw live before our opening match of the season vs. Sutton on SaturdayRead More →

This week John celebrates the work of HUDSA and the saving of Bury FC, and exposes Ronnie Harnish’s love of Kylie Minogue. He makes the observation that the hero saviour of Bury FC as recently as December 2018 is now the target of much criticism – how quickly things change in football.

This week John manages to have a whinge about our first televised home game, applauds the work of South East Poolies and looks at the rebirth of North Ferriby United FC. Touching on the continuing woes of the likes of Notts County, Bury and Bolton, he concludes with the point, ‘in Raj we trust’. We do – and we should also acknowledge what he has done for the club over the last year or so.

Earlier this year HUST helped some former Poolies hold a fundraising day to support the Len Johnrose Trust, raising money for Lenny who has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. The event raised over £2000 and you can find out more details here. The South East Poolies have very kindlyRead More →

Why was Hartlepool United mentioned in The House of Commons on 26 June 2019? John explains why and has high praise for the work of Chester MP, Chris Matheson. John reproduces the text of Matheson’s speech in the House including the amazing line – “Dedicated fans watch helplessly as their treasured clubs crumble from lack of investment or financial exploitation by dodgy owners.” Dodgy owners! The MP said it, not John!

This week’s column also includes regular features such as the Summer Quiz, Notts County Watch, three mentions of Wayne Goldthorpe, and an expression of sympathy towards the Barcodes.