Weds morning 10.15am

expatriate · 04-11-2009, 10:29

Good morning everyone,

some good news just to ensure that the formality is dealt with - the petition is dismissed. I know that the court schedule still had ASFC on the list, but I can confirm that the petition has been withdrawn.

Secondly, the warmth (and yes, yonmon, also affection) that has emanated from you all for such a long time, is very very much recognised, appreciated and gratefully received. Its sometimes difficult to keep everything in perspective, but if you look at the various posts going back thru the past few months, especially when there have been some serious detractors, I have always tried to encourage open-ness. Well, the true test will now start, and I hope and pray that I have the strength to continue to provide the kind of operating transparency with fans and the community at large that needs to be the hallmark of a club such as Accrington that relies upon the community.

I am sure that you will all shout loudly if you think I am veering away from that benchmark. The truth is that ASFC depends upon you and fans at large to survive. Our gates have been very poor for a very long time, and I am under no illusion that changing that fact requires a long time, and has to be something that is led by the club. In this regard I am very optimistic that Dave, who will be in charge of all day to day activities, supported by our magnificent team, will take the events of the past week as a new platform to build upon.

I also know that there will be different opinions. I hope by my actions to show that ASFC is a club which will be able to benefit from these diverse views. I also hope to show that simple courtesy goes a very long way. Please join me in this effort and lets all now build the new chapter that we deserve. Step by little step !

I close this message by again thanking you all for your optimism, irrepresible energy and your undying support for this club. All the threads from yesterday were uplifting. The hard work continues, but I do feel as if the club benefits from hundreds of people who have a stake in its future, and thousands more who pray for our success.

I aim to be there on Saturday, along with Peter and David, and I really do hope that we not only have a large and loud crowd, but that you will come and say hello. Dont be shy. I will be around a little prior to the game, and for sure during half time. I will need to seek permission from the Ultra's, but if they kindly agree, I will even come up and bang the drum for a while.

with my warmest regards and best wishes
Ilyas

maccawozzagod · 04-11-2009, 10:42

I've heard it all now!!

the new non-exec Chairman wants to lead the Ultras by banging the drum! what will the residents committee say

loweiy · 04-11-2009, 10:44

Today is Joy!! pure and simple joy!

Thank you again Ilyas..... I, like I am sure many others are, am ready to help doing all we can to secure the future of our club under your leadership.

Stephen

lancsdave · 04-11-2009, 10:49

You're going to be needing a bigger drum Mr K. 13 minutes between your post and the first response. The momentum has gone

VALAIRIAN · 04-11-2009, 10:56

Ilyas, all I/we can say is THANK YOU, but the really hard works starts here and now

Lets just hope for a FANtastic turn out from Accy and Salisbury at The Crown Ground on Saturday

yonmon · 04-11-2009, 10:57

Again, Thanks Ilyas for your 'transparent' opening post !!..the only thing that I can add is that with the backing of your undoubted love for the Club, and open enthusiasm for it's Future...then this will prove to be the strongest motivating factor that all Supporters wherever they may be have been looking for !...
So perhaps the buzz-word for today is UNITY ??...leading to a future where all Stanley Fans can know that their faith in the Club will be rewarded by Honesty and Integrity both on the Field and in the Baordroom !!....What a vision !!.

Thanks Ilyas !...'ON STANLEY !!..ON!!..TO GREATER THINGS '

(Alfred.E. says!...I've been up and down so many times that I feel as if I'm in a revolving door. ..but he would!!)

Wynonie Harris · 04-11-2009, 11:00

Thanks, Ilyas...why do I get the feeling that things are going to be a whole lot different at Stanley (in the best possible way!) from now on?

VALAIRIAN · 04-11-2009, 11:00

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Originally Posted by yonmon

Again, Thanks Ilyas for your 'transparent' opening post !!..the only thing that I can add is that with the backing of your undoubted love for the Club, and open enthusiasm for it's Future...then this will prove to be the strongest motivating factor that all Supporters wherever they may be have been looking for !...
So perhaps the buzz-word for today is UNITY ??...leading to a future where all Stanley Fans can know that their faith in the Club will be rewarded by Honesty and Integrity both on the Field and in the Baordroom !!....What a vision !!.

Thanks Ilyas !...'ON STANLEY !!..ON!!..TO GREATER THINGS '

(Alfred.E. says!...I've been up and down so many times that I feel as if I'm in a revolving door. ..but he would!!)

Wot no Red Letter III???

Great to meet you and yours on Monday night and glad you KEPT THE FAITH!

Tin Monkey · 04-11-2009, 11:04

Whilst it is true that the hard work is only just beginning, I feel truly optimistic for the first time in............. well....... years!

Thanks Ilyas for your openness, honesty and for saving the club.

expatriate · 04-11-2009, 11:16

TM, will you be at the game on saturday ?

yonmon · 04-11-2009, 11:20

[QUOTE=VALAIRIAN;760362]Wot no Red Letter III???

By Red-Letter 111 do I take it that you want another 'Instant Thread' on the topic ??....or have I used up all the exclamation marks over the past few weeks ??????????.

Bet you're absolutely elated Val !!!!!!! (There goes another six!!)....
and like the rest of us, you have every right to be so !!..see you soon!!..

'ON STANLEY!!!...ON!!..TO GREATER THINGS !!'

Nickelson · 04-11-2009, 11:21

Once again thank you, Ilyas.

A true legend.

Div3North · 04-11-2009, 12:21

Not only are you an absolute star, but you're also an absolute gentleman. Thank you for saving our club. I haven't met you yet, but hope that one day soon - maybe Saturday - I might .

expatriate · 04-11-2009, 12:25

div3north, yes, i plan to be at the game on saturday. hope to see you there. please do say hello if you get the chance.

cashman · 04-11-2009, 12:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tin Monkey

Whilst it is true that the hard work is only just beginning, I feel truly optimistic for the first time in............. well....... years!

Thanks Ilyas for your openness, honesty and for saving the club.

Quote:

Originally Posted by expatriate

TM, will you be at the game on saturday ?

Agree wi T.M. n whilst i have never met him, i will plat snot,if he aint at the match on sat,