Thornaby FC Chairman Blasts Board Over Women’s Teams Axe
The chairman of Thornaby FC, Garry Morris, has slammed his own board after they voted to scrap all women’s and girls’ teams. The controversial move, led by committee member Trevor Wing, leaves over 100 young female players – from Under 7s to Under 15s – and the senior women’s team, without a club.
Sponsor Walks Out Amid Fury
The decision has sparked outrage among fans and sponsors. At least one sponsor has already pulled their support in protest. Morris wasted no time hitting back, urging the board to rethink their shocking axing.
“I do not agree with this decision and, along with another committee member, voted against it at yesterday’s emergency meeting,” Morris declared. “I’ve asked the board to reconsider both their decision and their positions as trustees of the club. Our fans deserve better – both male and female teams across all age groups.”
Future of Women’s Football at Thornaby in Jeopardy
Morris’s damning statement echoes the frustration boiling among the club’s supporters. He vowed to fight for the return of the women’s and girls’ teams, whose future now hangs by a thread.
This saga marks a turbulent chapter in Thornaby FC’s history, with internal strife clashing head-on with public fury. The next few days will be critical to see if the board will back down and reinstate the female squads – or bury them for good.
