A thumbnail sketch of some of the new sides we will be meeting next season in the UniBond League.
May 2004
Manager Gary Norton is setting his sights on a promotion challenge in Gresley Rovers' first season in the UniBond League First Division.
Gresley Rovers Chairman Mark Evans has confirmed that he expects to unveil the Club's first signing of the summer at a press conference tomorrow morning.
Gresley Rovers made their first signing of the close season this morning. Striker 20yr old Justin Rowe has agreed to join the Moatmen after being released by Telford.
The first pre-season friendlies have been confirmed.
Carl Slater has won the Supporters' Player of the Year award for the 2003/2004 season.
June 2004
Gresley Rovers Player of the Year, Matt Smith has agreed a new deal that will keep him at the Moat Ground for the forthcoming season.
Gresley Rovers Chairman on announcing the introduction of Fleurtations as a new business partner of the Club welcomed the increasing support from local businesses in Swadlincote and South Derbyshire.
It was confirmed today that Supporters' Player of the Year, Carl Slater (seen here with the Fleurtation England & Gresley window display), has put pen to paper and agreed to stay with the Club, despite him receiving interest from other clubs.
Gresley Rovers Football Club bid a formal farewell to 'The Southern League' at the weekend when Chairman Mark Evans and Manager Gary Norton attended their Annual General Meeting and Annual Presentation Dinner.
Gresley Rovers have been given a double boost with the news that defenders Jamie Hood and Ian Bluck have agreed new deals to remain at the club for the new season.
Richard Wardle has agreed terms to remain with Gresley Rovers for what will be an unbelievable 14th season at the Moat Ground.
It was a double celebration all round as on his 21st Birthday Gary White has given Gresley Rovers cause for some Birthday cheer by becoming the latest player from last season to commit to the Moat Ground, by signing a 12 month deal.
The abridged transcript from the recent Fans Forum is now online.
Gresley Rovers have added further to their squad for next season's Unibond challenge with the signings of ex Burton Albion midfielder Sean Gummer and former Rovers Favourite Andy Simpson from Unibond neighbours Belper Town.
July 2004
Goalkeeper Dale Belford has become the latest member of last season's squad to commit himself to Gresley Rovers for next season's debut campaign in the UniBond 1st Division.
Gresley Rovers begin their first season in the UniBond Premier League Division One with a home game against Ossett Albion on Saturday 21st August 2004.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton swapped football boots for trainers at the weekend as he completed the Mansfield half marathon for Charity.
Fitness First Burton & Gresley Rovers FC are appealing to the local community to join the nation in the Fitness First Sport Relief Mile - the biggest Mile in history.
Gresley Rovers are holding a Cabaret Night at the Robin Hood in Overseal near Swadlincote on 23rd July 2004 starting 7pm.
Gresley Rovers striker Chris White went into surgery this morning (Tues) to remove a cyst and repair a tiny tear in what is hoped will mark an end to his long injury nightmare.
Striker Aaron O'Connor has become Gresley Rovers' 4th new signing of the summer after finally putting pen to paper in a deal that has seen him make the move across Derbyshire from rivals Ilkeston Town.
Gresley Rovers begin their pre-season games with a trip to UniBond Premier side Leek Town - KO 12 noon.
Defender Matt Smith has been given the Gresley Rovers captaincy for the clubs debut campaign in the UniBond First Division.
Gresley Rovers have seen off the attentions of UniBond Division One rivals Rocester and Belper as well as Premier Division, Worksop to hang on to midfielder Jamie Barrett for the coming season.
Gresley Rovers will still be without defender Jamie Hood and new signing Aaron O'Connor (holiday) for their opening Bass Charity Vase match against Burton Albion.
Notts County have announced that Shaun Harrad will be included in the squad for tonight's Bass Vase match against Gresley Rovers at the Moat Ground.
August 2004
Gresley will be without 3 of their summer signings with Andy Simpson and Sean Gummer on holiday, Justin Rowe missing through work commitments.
Gresley Rovers have suffered a major setback to their plans with the news that defender Ian Bluck will be out of action for 6 to 8 weeks with the ankle injury sustained in the 2nd minute of last nights mixed XI friendly at Banks Premier division Tividale.
Manager Gary Norton has a defensive headache, as three of his defenders are unavailable.
Gresley manager Gary Norton has brought in a defender on trial as Jamie Hood seems unlikely to start the new season in the UniBond Division One.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton has been busy putting the finishing touches to his squad for the club's forthcoming UniBond one campaign.
Gresley Rovers have unveiled Ashfield Healthcare as their new main Club sponsor.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton has moved swiftly to replace defender Nathan Tate by adding another major signing to his ranks in the guise of former Derby County and Barry Town defender Karl Brown.
Gresley Rovers today unveiled their new mascot a hound dog called Elvis Gresley who arrived at the Moat Ground this afternoon, thanks to Pete Robinson and his company Swadlincote Safe Scaffolding.
For tomorrow's first match in the UniBond Premier League Division One against Ossett Albion, manager Gary Norton has included in his squad the seven summer signings.
Manager Gary Norton could pick the same side that started Saturday's opening game with the exception of midfielder Ashley Dodd.
Midfielder Ashley Dodd who missed the trip to Rossendale on Tuesday returns for tomorrow's game at home to Stocksbridge Park Steels. KO 3pm.
Gresley Rovers' four straight wins in August made them clear winners of the UniBond August First Division Club of the Month award.
September 2004
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton has warned his side against complaceny ahead of the Moat Ground FA Cup clash against Midland Alliance outfit Studley.
Gresley Manager Gary Norton will be without two members of his squad for the trip to unbeaten Willenhall Town this evening.
Gresley Rovers travel to Woodley Sports looking to extend thier unbeaten start to the season to seven games. Rovers currently lie top the table after 5 games and made it through to the 1st qualifying round of the FA cup with a narrow victory over Studley last weekend.
Gresley Rovers have today announced that Neil Betteridge is to step back from the frontline and relinquish his position of Club Secretary, although he will continue to support and assist the Club whenever possible.
Gresley Rovers have today announced Tony Kirkland as successor to Neil Betteridge as Club Secretary.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton names an unchanged side to face the Bucks in tonight's match at the Moat Ground.
Defender Ian Bluck has received some devastating news concerning his ankle injury during a routine visit to his physio.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton is hoping the flue bug that has hit his team will not spread further and that those already affected will be fit to face Ilkeston Town in the 1st Qualifying Round of the FA Cup.
Gresley Rovers have today announced that Richard Wardle has decided to hang up his boots and retire from football.
Today's draw for the 2nd Qualifying Round of the FA Cup has given Gresley Rovers a home tie against Hucknall Town.
Gresley Rovers are back in league action as they look to follow up Saturdays emphatic win over Ilkeston Town with another good performance against Rocester.
Gresley go into tomorrow's 2nd v 3rd clash with Mossley with Matt Smith's back injury the only slight concern for Manager Gary Norton although the skipper is expected to take his place in the starting line up.
Gresley Rovers travel to free scoring North Ferriby United in a bid to keep up the pressure at the top end of the UniBond Division One.
October 2004
Gresley Rovers go into the FA C up 2nd qualifying round against Hucknall with "nothing to lose" according to Moat boss Gary Norton.
Goalkeeper Dale Belford looks set to miss "the next few games at least" according to manager Gary Norton after being stretchered off just before half time in Saturdays 2-2 FA Cup 2nd Qualifying tie against Hucknall Town.
Rovers travel to Conference North outfit Hucknall Town into tonight's FA cup 2nd Qualifying round replay hoping to cause the upset that would see them earn the reward of a trip to Altringham in the next round.
Gresley Rovers have today confirmed that midfielder Carl Slater has left the club in search of regular football.
Gresley Rovers go into tomorrow's FA Trophy tie against Spalding United looking to get over the disappointment of the midweek FA Cup replay defeat at the hands of Hucknall Town.
Manager Gary Norton has strengthened his squad ahead of the FA Trophy game against Spalding United at the Moat Ground.
Manager Gary Norton is thinking about making changes in his defensive line-up for tonight's visit to Rocester.
Gresley Rovers have signed utility player Andy Marlowe from UniBond division one rivals Rocester.
Gresley go into tomorrow's vital league game against Ilkeston Town without the injured Dale Belford and Justin Rowe as well as the suspended Jamie Hood.
Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Acton and David Clay as Reserve Team Manager and Assistant Manager respectively.
Gresley Rovers and Ashfield Healthcare have today announced that Aaron O'Connor has been named the Ashfield Healthcare Player of the Month for September.
Gresley Rovers go into tomorrow's UniBond Division One clash against fellow high flyers Brigg Town hoping to build on last weekend's performance and result against Ilkeston Town.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton has been rocked by the news that goalkeeper Dale Belford could be out for up to 6 months after being told he needs to have an operation on his injured back.
For the third time this season Gresley meet their near neighbours Rocester this time in the first round of the UniBond Challenge Cup.
The staff and volunteers at the RSPCA called on Gresley Rovers' mascot Elvis Gresley to see if he could help to find some volunteers, which they so badly need and were delighted when he agreed.
Rovers' manager Gary Norton faces a struggle to keep his successful side together as clubs continue to try and prise away key players from the Moat Ground.
Sean Gummer will be missing from Rovers squad for tomorrow's trip to Ossett as the midfielder is set to play a few games for Northern Counties East league outfit Mickleover Sports.
November 2004
The abridged transcript from the recent Fans Forum is now online.
Held on Friday 29th October 2004 in the Social Club.
Gresley Rovers have confirmed that regrettably, Karl Brown has left the club to join Conference North outfit Runcorn.
"It's been a good week of business" was the expression to use to describe the busy activity of securing the services of some of the young stars of Gresley Rovers, as the management looked to defend the Club from the approaches made by higher league clubs for its players.
Gresley Rovers are looking for bouncebackability when they entertain Frickley Athletic in the FA Trophy at the Moat Ground tomorrow - KO 3pm.
Gresley Rovers are in Unibond Division One action this weekend against Belper Town at Christchurch Meadow tomorrow (3pm).
Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce that Clarity Office Solutions, Leicestershire have agreed to become an official partner of the Club, with a unique sponsorship deal involving the Club's away match travel.
Rovers are in league action again tonight at the Moat Ground when they face Kidsgrove Athletic (7-45pm).
The countdown to the festive season will soon begin and Gresley Rovers mascot Elvis Gresley will help by assisting with the switching on of the festive illuminations at Swadlincote on Friday 26th November 2004.
Rovers entertain Clitheroe at the Moat Ground tomorrow (3pm) in the UniBond First Division looking to build on wins in the last week over Belper Town and Kidsgrove Athletic.
Gresley Rovers travel to face Staveley Miners Welfare in the 2nd round of the Derbyshire Senior Cup tonight (7.45pm).
The FA Trophy rolls around again and Gresley Rovers go in search of a 6th straight win when they entertain ex-colleagues from the Southern League Bedworth United at the Moat Ground in the 2nd round (Sat 3pm).
Gresley Rovers supporter Rose Gutteridge has been busy preparing early for Christmas this year and has made a special 'Gresley Rovers Christmas Cake' to raffle to help raise funds for the Club.
Gresley Rovers have been drawn to play Tamworth away in the 3rd round of the FA Trophy.
Tie to be played 15th January 2005.
Gresley players get more bottle thanks to midlands Co-op dairies.
Gresley Rovers play in their third cup tie in a row when they entertain UniBond Premier Division Lincoln United at the Moat Ground tonight (7.45pm) in the UniBond Challenge Cup 2nd Round.
December 2004
Gresley Rovers were pleased this week to be able to make a charitable donation to the Church Gresley Branch of the St John Ambulance Brigade.
Gresley Rovers have today spoken to Redditch with regard to their approach to Gresley Rovers midfielder Chris Gray, requesting an explanation as to why they have spoken with the player and offered him terms within the seven days notice of approach.
Chris Gray today agreed to complete the move to Conference North Redditch United.
Midfielder Sean Gummer has pledged his future to Gresley Rovers after deciding to turn down a move to Premier Division Frickley Athletic.
Gresley Rovers could be without four regular members of the team with Matt Smith, Matt K Smith, Jamie Barrett and Andy Simpson all rated as doubtful for Saturday's game against Mossely at the Moat Ground.
The club has been informed that the FA Trophy 3rd Rnd match against Tamworth at The Lamb on 15th January will be segregated.
Gresley Manager Gary Norton gives Reserve and Youth team players the opportunity to impress tonight in the Derbyshire Cup Quarter Final against Premier Division Matlock Town.
Gresley Rovers have today announced that to better reflect his role and responsibilities Steve Hinks will now be recognised as an Assistant Manager.
Marc Laws has joined Gresley Rovers from Ilkeston town.
Gresley Rovers have further strengthened their squad ahead of this weekend with the loan signing of David Holmes from Conference North high flyers Alfreton Town.
New signing Marc Laws and loan signings James Fox from Nuneaton Borough and David Holmes from Alfreton are all included for the trip to Blyth Spartans tomorrow.
Gresley Rovers have confirmed this evening that they have reached an agreement with Burton Albion and the player Laurie Wilson, to bring the midfielder to the Moat Ground for a month.
As we are near the end of the year most of us will be thinking about the Christmas season and the festivities that this time of year brings. For a very short period of time, we will all place football on the back burner and enjoy the day with our families.
Goalkeeper Dale Belford has given the club further boost today after being given the all clear by his surgeon.
Prolific striker Chris Freestone has given Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton an early Christmas present by signing for the club after being released from Ilkeston Town.
Congratulations to the winners, and also thanks to everyone who bought tickets.
Today marks the 5th Anniversary of the day that I became Chairman, a role, and responsibility for which I am proud to hold.
Defender Jamie Hood is the only doubt for the game at The Dovecote against Shepshed Dynamo.
Manager Gary Norton will be hoping to gain revenge for their defeat at neighbours Shepshed Dynamo on Tuesday.
January 2005
Justin Rowe has gone on loan to Sutton Coldfield Town.
Justin Rowe suffered a recurrence of the hamstring injury after just three minutes of his debut for Sutton Coldfield Town against Evesham United in a Southern League Division One West match on Monday.
Gresley Rovers go into Saturday's vital UniBond league clash against Spalding United looking for a result that will improve on a run that has seen 4 points taken from a possible 12 and a slip to 4th in the table.
Ian Bluck has received a boost after receiving news of his date for the operation needed on his ankle injury.
Karl Brown has rejoined the club from Nationwide North club Runcorn AFC Halton.
Reserve team keeper James Pemberton has been ruled out of Saturday's FA Trophy match against Tamworth because of chickenpox.
Gresley Rovers manager Gary Norton says that his side have nothing to lose when they travel to face Nationwide Conference club Tamworth in the 3rd round of the FA Trophy (Sat 3pm).
Gresley Rovers make the lengthy trip to Colwyn Bay this weekend looking to put a run of poor results behind them.
Rovers are facing a defensive crisis as they prepare for the trip to Warrington Town without the services of Gary White (ankle) and Andy Simpson (tonsillitis) as well as Jamie Hood (final game of suspension).
February 2005
Striker Justin Rowe has been released by the club.
Marc Laws has become the latest player to leave the Moat Ground as manager Gary Norton looks to freshen-up his side.
Former Northern Ireland U21 international Gary Browne has signed for Gresley Rovers.
Gresley Rovers include new signing Gary Browne in the 14 man squad for the visit of Rossendale United in the Unibond First Division (Sat 3pm).
The abridged transcript from the recent Fans Forum is now online. Held on Friday 4th February 2005 in the Social Club.
Former Derby County youngster Mickey Lyons has signed for Gresley Rovers and goes straight into the squad for tomorrow's (Saturday) game at Brigg Town.
Manager Gary Norton has a fully fit squad to choose from for their visit to Brigg on Saturday.
Republic of Ireland youth international defender Niall Hudson has signed for Gresley Rovers.
Gresley Rovers mascot Elvis Gresley has today been formally asked by the Kennel Club to take part at Crufts at the NEC in March.
New signing Niall Hudson will be handed his debut for tomorrow's game against Chorley.
Gresley Rovers are pleased to confirm that they have signed Nathan Tate from Shepshed Dynamo.
Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce that David Wilson Gresley Rovers are pleased to announce that David Wilson Homes have agreed an extension to their existing sponsorship deal with the Club by agreeing an additional 3 year arrangement.
Gresley Rovers striker Chris White took his first competitive steps back from an injury layoff of two and half years when he came on as a substitute in Gresley Rovers reserves victory last weekend over Shepshed Dynamo.
Gresley Rovers FC has announced that they will be holding their first ever junior annual 5-a-side Tournament.
March 2005
Gresley will be without skipper Matt Smith for tonight's game against Belper Town.
I feel last weekend was an important milestone for the Reserves.
Striker Chris White has been included in the squad after a long injury layoff.
Chris White has been called into the first team squad for tomorrow's home game against Colwyn Bay.
Gresley Rovers mascot Elvis Gresley has found a new friend - Smilee Bear. Smilee, as his friends know him, is from the Smilee Faces Play and Karting centre in Hawkins Lane, Burton on Trent and has just agreed a fantastic offer with Gresley Rovers that will benefit its supporters.
Henkel Consumer Adhesives, makers of UniBond DIY products, have agreed to extend their sponsorship of the UniBond League for a further two years - making the company one of football's longest running supporters.
Gresley Rovers Mascot had a great day at Crufts being watched by over 2,000 spectators as he took part in the Kennel Club's 'Safe and Sound Scheme' demonstration in the Special Events Ring on the first day at the worlds biggest dog show at the NEC.
Skipper Matt Smith will again be missing due to an ankle injury. Andy Simpson has not recovered from a knee injury so Paul Wardle will again be called into central defence.
The dates for the Derbyshire Senior Cup Final between Belper Town and Gresley Rovers have now been agreed.
Gresley Rovers present an evening of comedy with top comedian Jon Evans.
Former Crewe Alexander striker Paul Edwards has completed his move to Gresley Rovers and scored the winner in a mid-week reserve team match against Quorn.
Gresley Rovers could reveal two new signings for tomorrow's game at the Moat Ground against Woodley Sports.
Chris Gray has returned to Gresley Rovers and is included in the squad to face Eastwood Town at Coronation Park.
A depleted Gresley Rovers youth team managed to halt the impressive run of highflying Stapenhill at the Moat Ground on Monday night.
Gresley manager Gary Norton celebrates his 100th game in charge against Kendal Town this afternoon.
Skipper Matt Smith is still ruled out due to an ankle injury and there are doubts about top scorer Aaron O'Connor, who twisted a knee against Kendal Town and defender Jamie Hood who is still suffering a knee injury.
April 2005
Manager Gary Norton has named the same 14 for the game against Kidsgrove Athletic tomorrow.
Gresley Rovers Juniors u11's Lions beat TS Hammers in the Chairmans Cup final on Sunday.
Manager Gary Norton has yet to decide whether to risk his central defender Jamie Hood for tonight's first leg of the Derbyshire Senior Cup Final at the Moat Ground.
Mickey Lyons, cup-tied for the Derbyshire Senior Cup match, is back in the squad. But, with Ashley Dodd putting in a good performance in mid-week manager Gary Norton will face a dilemma.
Defender Jamie Hood looks likely to be recalled for tonight's crucial home game against Eastwood Town.
Gresley Rovers will be without two players for tomorrow's trip to Clitheroe.
Goals from Jack Coulson, Tom Heaney & Blake Beardsley gave Gresley Rovers an impressive four nil win over Mickleover Sports Club on Sunday.
Midfielder Jamie Barrett has recovered from his recent foot injury and along with skipper Matt Smith who missed Saturday's game due to prior commitments are included in tonight's game at Christchurch Meadow.
Gary White and Jamie Barrett are the only injury doubts ahead of the Moat Ground clash with Ilkeston Town.
Gresley Rovers will be without top scorer for tonight's game against high-flying Willenhall Town at the Moat Ground.
Rovers go into their final game of the campaign looking to finish the season on a high at promotion chasing AFC Telford Utd (Sat 3pm).
Congratulations to North Ferriby United as they claim the UniBond Division One Championship
May 2005
If you wish to attend this year's annual dinner being held at the Bretby Conference Centre on 28th May at 7.30pm please book you places now as there are only a few tickets left.
Gresley Rovers have announced that there will be a reorganisation of its backroom team at the Moat Ground ahead of next season.
Gresley Rovers have appointed Mick Curry as Gary Norton's new Assistant Manager.
Aaron O'Connor swept the board at the presentation night taking six awards.
David Holmes has become Gresley Rovers first new signing of the close season.
