Introducing the new Junior Dons volunteers

Posted on July 28, 2018 by The Dons Trust

Jane Lonsdale, The Dons Trust board member who oversees the Junior Dons (JDs) is delighted to announce the successful candidates following the recruitment campaign to find some volunteers to take on the support for the JDs following the decision by Roger Dennis to take a well-earned rest from volunteering.

From left to Right: Howard Meredith, Aaron Thakar, (Roger Dennis who has now handed over responsibilities), Patrick Tuggey and Isa Dabrowska.

Introducing Isa: Isa Dabrowska has taken on the role..

July’s Board Meeting Summary

Posted on July 10, 2018 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust Board (DTB) held its regular board meeting at the Cherry Red Records Stadium on Monday 9 July 2018. Ahead of publication of the redacted minutes, this article summaries the main points discussed.

The meeting was attended by Matt Breach, Mark Davis (Chair), Colin Dipple, Roger Evans, Tim Hillyer, Jane Lonsdale, Nigel Higgs and Secretariat members Roger Edmonds-Brown, Andrew Howell and Hannah Kitcher. The DTB were joined for part of the meeting by AFC Wimbledon chief executive Erik..

First Women at the Game Fixture!

Posted on June 24, 2018 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust is hosting it’s first Women at the Game event at the pre-season friendly against Championship side QPR on Saturday 14 July (3.00 pm kick-off).

The idea is to encourage women who might not be sure about attending a football match to give it a go and see just how much fun it is! There will be a fantastic team of volunteers to welcome you, ensuring that it’s a safe, enjoyable and fun experience on the day. Before..

June’s Board Meeting Summary

Posted on June 20, 2018 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust Board (DTB) held its regular board meeting at the Cherry Red Records Stadium on Tuesday 19 June 2018. Ahead of publication of the redacted minutes, this article summarises the main points discussed.

The meeting was attended by DTB members Mark Davis (Chair), Roger Evans, Nigel Higgs, Cormac van der Hoeven, Jane Lonsdale and Charles Williams.

The DTB were joined for part of the meeting by AFC Wimbledon chief operating officer Joe Palmer and, on behalf of the..

Watch a game with Women at the Game

Posted on June 7, 2018 by The Dons Trust

Dons fan Anna Slade interviewed some other women fans on a recent match day to find out why they love watching football at AFC Wimbledon – and what they would say to any potential female AFC Wimbledon fans out there.

Young or old, male or female – whatever our personal history, football unites us all. At AFC Wimbledon, we like to think that, regardless of their background, gender, race or religious belief, everyone feels welcome to watch live games..

Player Development Centre Holiday Courses

Posted on June 3, 2018 by The Dons Trust

AFC Wimbledon Foundation‘s holiday courses create a fun and friendly environment for children aged between 4-13 years at Wimbledon Park.

Sessions are based on developing the core skills of football, ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting and providing opportunities to implement them in match play.

All Foundation coaches are FA qualified and hold up to date First aid, safeguarding and DBS checks.

AFC Wimbledon players and Haydon the Womble mascot will attend the sessions weekly and free tickets for the first..

Additional May Board Meeting Summary

Posted on May 24, 2018 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust Board (DTB) held an additional board meeting to its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday 23 May 2018 in the centre of Wimbledon in a conference room generously provided by the Prince of Wales pub. This post summarises the main points discussed.

The meeting was attended by DTB members Mark Davis (Chair), Matthew Breach, Tim Hillyer, Sean McLaughlin, Cormac van der Hoeven, Jane Lonsdale, Colin Dipple, Roger Evans, Charles Williams and Secretariat members Hannah Kitcher and Terry Langford.

May’s Board Meeting Summary

Posted on May 11, 2018 by The Dons Trust

The Dons Trust Board (DTB) held its regular board meeting at the Cherry Red Records Stadium on Thursday 10 May 2018. Ahead of publication of the redacted minutes, this article summarises the main points discussed.

The meeting was attended by DTB members Matthew Breach, Mark Davis (Chair), Tim Hillyer, Sean McLaughlin, Nigel Higgs, Cormac van der Hoeven, Jane Lonsdale, and DT Secretary Tom Brown, Secretariat members Hannah Kitcher, Terry Langford and Andrew Howell.

The DTB were joined by club chief..

Roger and out

Posted on May 6, 2018 by The Dons Trust

Roger Dennis reflects on his role as Junior Dons co-ordinator as he steps aside to take a well-earned break after volunteering and supporting the JDs for 16 years.

From its inception, the Trust has aimed to engage with young supporters and potential supporters. The decision to set up the Junior Dons was quickly made, and I agreed to take charge of the project. The result has been hugely enjoyable. Many of the current features of JD membership were agreed straight..

An opportunity to press for safe standing

Posted on April 21, 2018 by The Dons Trust

Dons Trust members will be aware that football stadia are required by law to be all-seated in the Premiership and Championship. A number of attempts have been made to lobby the Government to change this legislation but, to date, the Government has been unwilling to do so. A petition has recently been launched for this legislation to be changed, so as to allow for safe standing in the Premiership and Championship. If it reaches 100,000 signatures (and, at time of writing,..