When his side visit in April, they are set to become the first club in the country to travel to a game on a zero-emission electric coach. Luca Hoole. The Academy are looking ahead to next season, with the signing of a new group of scholars to the ranks of the U18's. For the women's team, see, For a statistical breakdown by season, see, From 1890 to 1920, the top division of non-League football was the Southern League Division One, which acted as the third tier being only one division below the Football League, Bristol Rovers F.C. Home 5/4 12/5 Away 19/10 There is obviously not much fear in our dressing room because its gone quite quiet and Kane Wilsons gone: Go on then, Rob, says Edwards, laughing. In order to use the live chat functionality you need to opt into live chat cookies. Bristol Rovers will play the next match against Shrewsbury Town on May 2, 2023, 6:45:00 PM UTC in League One. [8], For the 192021 season, the Southern League teams were moved into the new Division Three of the Football League, which became Division Three (South) the following season. Media. following a merger with Cable-Tel L.F.C.. [97] In October 2022, he returned to Bristol Rovers following his release from Championship club Preston North End. Three Bristol Rovers scholars have signed their first pro contracts with the club today. The Gas took on Liverpool and Manchester City among other opponents at Twerton. We hold them both in high regard and feel that, had they not been injured, they would have been offered pro deals in any case, said academy boss Jonny Henderson. We have a great relationship with Boco and it's a real compliment to the staff and coaches there for nurturing and coaching these lads. [21] Having owned the land since 2017,[22] no work had previously been carried out before the club moved into the training ground for the start in October 2020. He has an eye for a pass and for a goal. A modern full-back, with traits of getting forward and supporting in wide areas. When Bristol Rovers were known as Black Arabs F.C. [27] The second time they reached the quarter final was in 195758, when they lost to Fulham,[26] and the most recent appearance at this stage of the competition was during the 200708 season, when they faced West Bromwich Albion. Avec 1999-2001. [12] This position was matched at the end of the 201314 season, which this time saw Rovers relegated to the Conference for the first time. Rovers first used Bukta as an official kit supplier in 1977, and Great Mills as the first kit sponsor followed 1981. It is a sunny Tuesday afternoon and Forest Green Rovers scholars, in a striking zebra-pattern strip partly made from bamboo, are in action at Bristol Rovers. The lads made a real fuss of him and spent time with him, which made him feel great. The first time Rovers encountered Yeovil was a Football League Trophy match which was played on 31 October 2001, which Rovers won via a penalty shoot-out. Were not vegan but myself and my wife have made some adjustments to how we eat. [41] Although the pink shirts were never used in a competitive fixture, they were worn for a pre-season friendly against Plymouth Argyle in 2006.[42]. [17] In May 2016 the club recorded a second consecutive promotion in dramatic fashion finishing third in League Two after a 92nd-minute goal secured victory over Dagenham and Redbridge and Accrington Stanley failed to beat Stevenage on the last day of the season. Subscribing to iFollow today means you'll get even more access to Bristol Rovers content, including: Don't forget, at least 70% of all net revenue from iFollow goes directly to us! This merger came about as Bristol Rovers only had girls teams up to the under 16 age group level, so when girls reached the age of 16 they were forced to leave the club. It is believed that John Clapham is responsible for the song as he used to work at Eastville stadium for the greyhound racing and the last record he would play at the end of the night was "Goodnight Irene" also having a daughter called Irene, the record would then be left in the player and was played at the football. Academy u14 GK trial Coming up on the 11th April at our Academy training facility, is our u14 GK trial evening. The following players are under contract for the 2021/22 campaign; Josh Barrett, James Daly, Josh Grant, Cam Hargreaves, Luca Hoole, Ryan Jones, Alfie Kilgour, Ben Liddle, Tom Mehew, Kieran Phillips, Zain Walker, Jed Ward, Jonah Ayunga, Jack Baldwin, Max Ehmer, Brandon Hanlan, Cian Harries, Anssi . Head of Youth Tom Curtis said: All the lads who have been offered their first pro contract fully deserve this massive opportunity. [46] Following the end of the Cowlin deal, sponsors were chosen by raffle, via the 1883 Club. This is a reflection of all the hard work put in throughout the Academy system, and it is great for us all to see it paying dividends. The 19-year-old defender is joining Swindon Supermarine, who borrowed Kieran Phillips last season and enjoyed a prolific goal-scoring campaign, before joining Gloucester City after his release. This is a list of the other most noted former players at Bristol Rovers Football Club (excluding those listed in the Hall of Fame above) stating the period that each player spent at the club, their nationality and their reason for being listed. This afternoon second year scholars Josh Southway and Pat Keary signed one year deals, while first year scholar Jamie Lucas has signed a two year deal with the club. Rovers have a good track record at bringing through youngsters so lets hope the next crop of youth can break into the first-team at some point in the near future. [35] During the 200809 season a special third strip, which is black with a gold sash, and is a reproduction of the original Black Arab shirt, was used for a single match to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the club. Probably the most high-profile name on the list if you can say that. [94][95] Bobby Gould, Gerry Francis and John Ward are the only men to have been given the job on a permanent basis twice, although Garry Thompson had a spell as caretaker manager before later being appointed permanently, and Phil Bater was caretaker manager on two occasions. For todays football schedule and results visit our football live score page. [21] The site is set to include two full size pitches, a goalkeeping area, a gym and a clubhouse building. We talked about throw-ins for three hours the other week before we played Exeter. Unknown: Jarell Quansah, Scott Sinclair, Luke McCormick, Lamare Bogarde, Aaron Collins, Josh Coburn, Anssi Jaakkola, Antony Evans, Glenn Whelan, John Marquis, Luca Hoole, Jordan Rossiter, Ellery Balcombe, James Connolly, Joshua Grant, James Belshaw, Sam Finley, James Gibbons, Harry Anderson, Paul Coutts, Grant Ward, Lewis Gordon, Ryan Loft, Calum MacDonald, Jamie Egan, Nick Anderton, Alex Rodman. [37] During the 199697 season, Rovers wore an unpopular striped quartered design, prompting fans to refer to it as the Tesco bag shirts[39] because of their similarity to the design used for the company's carrier bags. They play against the likes of Paulton Rovers, Bideford, and Bristol Manor Farm. He has featured several times with the U18s this season. Ronan Curtis scores the goal that relegated Bristol Rovers to League Two. Scored 117 goals in 268 league appearances. Adam Biss, James Gorman and Henry Njonjo. Alternatively, please email ifollow@efl.com - note that live chat is recommended for the quickest response on a matchday. In 1892 the club became a founder member of the Bristol and District League, which three years later was renamed the Western League. Owen has been with the Academy all the way through from Pre-Academy.Zak Ford, Quick and tenacious. Shrewsbury Win and Under 3.5 +170. . Luca Anthony Hoole (born 2 June 2002) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a full-back or centre-back for Bristol Rovers and the Wales national under-21 football team . Rovers' longest running kit supplier is Errea who supplied the club kits for eleven years (200516). [32] Rovers most recent meeting against Cardiff was a League Cup match on 11 August 2016, which Rovers won 10 with Chris Lines scoring the winner. 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Little is known about the five scholars who have been given the opportunity of professional football, so weve tried to find out as much information as we can on the lucky personnel. Particularly dangerous was the scene on 3 May 2014 when the Rovers were assured relegation from the Football League for the first time. [73], The song which is synonymous with Rovers is "Goodnight, Irene", which was written by Lead Belly. At the FA, Kyle worked as a lead out-of-possession coach and Edwards as an in-possession coach with the England Under-20s before Edwards became the England Under-16s head coach. Richie did Stand By Me he was good as well. Le Coq Sportif 1995-1996. Can step in to play. All of the lads are going wild, saying: Oh my God, you cannot do that. I did Bon Jovi, Livin On a Prayer. [53][54][55] In June 2011, the club announced its intention to relocate the club to a new 21,700 all-seater stadium on the University of the West of England's Frenchay campus. For the majority of their history, Bristol Rovers have played their home games at the Eastville Stadium, where they remained for a period of 89 years from 1897 to 1986. Full list of second years for next year Joe Budd (CM) Henry Njonjo (CM) Kinsly Murray (RW/LW) Sam Heal (LB) Jed Ward (GK) Adam Biss (CB) James Gorman (CB). [62] "The Gas" was originally coined as a derogatory term by the supporters of Bristol Rovers' rivals Bristol City, and was in reference to the large gas works adjacent to the old Bristol Rovers stadium, in Eastville, Bristol which wafted the sometimes overpowering odour of town gas across the crowd. They finished second in the Conference under the stewardship of Darrell Clarke and immediately regained their Football League status with victory in the 2015 play-off Final. The women's team play in the Gloucestershire County Women's League. They were placed in the Third Division South the following year and remained there until winning promotion as champions in 195253. Bristol Rovers fixtures tab is showing the last 100 football matches with statistics and win/draw/lose icons. This biographical article related to a Welsh football defender is a stub. During World War II, some friendly matches were played in Kingswood, and in their early history some games were played at Parson Street, Bedminster[4], In January 2007 planning permission was granted for a new 18,500 capacity all-seater stadium to be built on the site of the Memorial Stadium. Bristol Rovers player ratings v Wycombe: 'Struggled, targeted, bright spark' 'No hard feelings': Joey Barton opens up on exit of former Bristol Rovers striker Any arrivals may have to come after any departures first, with Rovers permitted to sign two more players as per EFL registration rules. Played 452 league games and scored 127 goals. The current Bristol Rovers roster, stats and player performance can be found on this page. The current home kit consists of a light blue and white quartered shirt and white shorts, while the away kit is black and gold with the same colours as the trim. "He appeared to be quite confident and he coped very well in the 45 minutes he was on.. In May 2021, U16s player Kyrie Pierre joined Aston Villa for an undisclosed six-figure fee, a record fee received by the Academy for a player. It was announced that ten people would be inducted in the Hall at a rate of one per week in the first half of 2021, with three added per year thereafter. The official Twitter account of Bristol Rovers Football Club. They were relegated from the third tier in 202021 but returned at the first attempt. Subscribing to iFollow today means you'll get even more access to Bristol Rovers content, including: Don't forget, at least 70% of all net revenue from iFollow goes directly to us! [34] Because of the close proximity many players have also represented both the clubs, for example Adam Virgo, Gavin Williams, Dominic Blizzard and Tom Parkes. New season, new journey. Wycombe closed on the League One play-off positions as they beat Bristol Rovers 2-0 at the Memorial Stadium. The club's youngest ever player, at 15 years 173 days. He featured in a pre-season win over non-league side Mangotsfield United last summer after replacing Liam Lawrence with about 50 minutes gone of the game. Bristol Rovers Win and Over 3.5 +850. I t is a sunny Tuesday afternoon and Forest Green Rovers' scholars, in a striking zebra-pattern strip partly made from bamboo, are in action at Bristol Rovers. They have fielded two teams in the Gloucestershire County Women's Football League since the 201920 season. Forest Green Rovers fielded a youthful line-up at the Memorial Stadium, as they fell to a heavy defeat against a clinical Bristol Rovers side in the Gloucestershire FA Senior Cup. The merger with Cable-Tel meant that Bristol Rovers had a senior squad. The name derives from the section of Gasheads who stood in the Tote End terrace at Rovers' old home, Eastville Stadium. After a seven-hour journey north, the team meal vegan, of course provided a window for players to tick off forfeits from the wheel of fortune at training and for Edwards and his assistant, Richie Kyle, with whom he worked at the Football Association, to perform their initiation songs after four months in the job. The club was formed following a meeting at the Eastville Restaurant in Bristol in September 1883. The grounds opening ceremony involved the singing of hymns, a parade of scholars and a the chairman of the parish council gave a speech. [3] This rivalry was deemed 8th fiercest rivalry in English football in an in-depth report by the Football Pools in 2008. This name only lasted for the 188384 season, and in a bid to draw more fans from the local area the club was renamed Eastville Rovers in 1884.[4]. Speaking about the signing of the scholars for next season, Academy Manager, Chris Hargreaves, commented, 'We delighted to be signing these boys, they have all put in an incredible amount of work and dedication so far. Although this was intended to be a joke, a number of fans petitioned the club to get the kit made for real, and also suggested that funds raised through the sale of the pink shirts should be donated to a breast cancer charity. Rovers have offered deals to five academy starlets, THE LATEST NEWS ON THE GAS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX. In order to use the live chat functionality you need to opt into live chat cookies. I do like my vegan burgers because I cant actually tell the difference. Bristol Rovers top scorers list is updated live during every match. If you have a right good go, people appreciate it and get on board.. They won the Third Division title in 198990, though this time lasted just three seasons in the second tier and were relegated back into the fourth tier by 2001. Previous club badges have featured a blue and white quartered design, based on the quartered design of the team's jerseys. A pirate features on both the club badge and the badge of the supporters club,[43] reflecting the club nickname of The Pirates. "Owen Brain, A player who likes to get forward and has a good set-piece delivery. He joins from Bath City.Tyrone Thompson. Bristol Rovers have begun planning for the future and recently announced that five academy scholars have been offered professional deals ahead of next season. Subject to regulatory Josh Jenkins, A Quick and skilful winger, can operate on both sides of the pitch and has excelled several times for the U18s this season. Josh Coburn scored his first goal for Bristol Rovers as the Gas got back to winning ways with a 2-1 win over Cambridge at the Memorial Stadium. The club's name was changed to Bristol Academy W.F.C. This was the same day it was announced that he would be offered a deal. [11] The lowest league position achieved by the club is twenty-third out of twenty-four teams in the fourth tier, which has occurred twice. [8], After impressing for the club in pre-season, Hoole made his league debut on the opening day of the 202122 season, impressing in the right-back position during a 21 away defeat to Mansfield Town. [23], The only major cup competition won by Bristol Rovers is the 1972 Watney Cup, when they beat Sheffield United in the final. 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Featured many times for the U18s this season. in 1883, they played their home games at Purdown, Stapleton. There are also statistics for each player in all competitions with all total played and started matches, minutes played, number of goals scored, number of cards and much more. Luca Anthony Hoole (born 2 June 2002) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a full-back or centre-back for Bristol Rovers and the Wales national under-21 football team. [18] It marked the first time Rovers had reached the third tier of English Football since relegation in 2011. Featured several times with the U18s this season. [8] The closest they came to the top flight was in 195556, when they ended the season just four points below the promotion positions. Rob Edwards salutes Forest Greens fans after the League Two win at Carlisle. A match under association rules has been played at Wotton-under-Edge between these clubs, resulting in the defeat of the visiting team. Both are one-month deals, but they can be recalled during their spell and will remain training at the Gas training base in Almondsbury, whilst also training in the evening for their loan club. Based on September 2014 statistics released by the Home Office,[68] the Rovers fan base were named the Most Dangerous English Football fan base for the 2013-2014 season, with 57 arrests on the season, of which 35% were for "violent disorder." Jack Aitchison celebrates after scoring for Forest Green at Brentford in the Carabao Cup. The club's nickname: "The Gas" originally began as a derogatory term used by fans of their main rivals, Bristol City, but was affectionately adopted by the club and its supporters. [74], Opinions differ as to how this came about but it is thought to have become popular in the 1950s when a version of the song was in the British chartsthe line "sometimes I have a great notion to jump in the river and drown"seemed to be particularly apt when Rovers lost as the Bristol Frome flows alongside the old Eastville ground. Summary; Matches; Squad; Statistics; Transfers; Trophies; Venue Info Official website. There is an option, however, to extend their contracts. 24 April 2021 League One 110. Bristol Rovers stayed at Twerton Park for some 10 years, before moving on to the Memorial Stadium at Bristol. Rovers last played Swindon Town in the 202122 League Two season (a 11 draw) Cheltenham Town in the 202223 League One season (Rovers won 21), and Cheltenham 1 Rovers 4 earlier in the season, completing a 22/23 double, and Forest Green Rovers in the 202223 League One season (a 21 home defeat). He mentioned the club in parliament on 5 May 1994 when debating with Labour MP and Chelsea fan Tony Banks. "Lewis is only 15 and is an Academy player who only made his debut for the U-18 side a couple of weeks ago, at Bournemouth," he said. [9] On 29 January 2022, Hoole received a first sending off of his career as he received two bookings in the space of five first-half minutes as ten-man Rovers scored a last-minute winner to defeat Walsall. Yes, quicker than the journey up on the Friday, Edwards says, smiling. [36], The team began playing in black shirts with a yellow sash from their foundation in 1883 as Black Arabs F.C. [24] The club also won the Division Three (South) Cup in 193435, as well as winning or sharing the Gloucestershire Cup on 32occasions. Tie and Under 3.5 +290. Edwards worked alongside Gareth Southgate, Steve Holland and Lee Carsley, now the England Under-21s manager, at St Georges Park but one of his biggest critics is closest to home. Aaron Collins of Bristol Rovers at the end of season awards. [37] "Gasheads" was adopted as a name by a splinter group of Rovers supporters in the mid-1980s to early 1990s. [67] Former Bristol Rovers player and manager, Ian Holloway, who also managed QPR and Blackpool as well as featuring as a pundit, is still a big fan of the club. The nickname given to Bristol Rovers supporters is "Gasheads". in 2005 to reflect the increased investment from the Bristol Academy of Sport. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "We are also very grateful for the support we get from our players' families who travel up and down the county to watch and support their sons and this is a reward for them. The worlds first carbon-neutral football club are awaiting detailed planning permission on an all-wooden stadium and last week their owner, Dale Vince, the founder of the renewable energy supplier Ecotricity, did not enter the boardroom at Carlisle because their dress code stipulates ties must be worn. Follow your favourite teams right here live! [58], In June 2020 the club began construction of a new training facility at a site on Hortham Lane, Almondsbury near the M5 motorway. On the touchline is Hannah Dingley . In June 2020 it was announced that president Wael al-Qadi had obtained a 90% stake in Dwane Sports Ltd[19][20] after buying the shares of other members of his family it was also announced that the club's debt would be capitalised and a new training facility would begin construction at Hortham Lane, Almondsbury which is close to the M5 motorway. Played 421 league games and scored 101 goals. Forest Green believe in doing things differently. Live score on Sofascore.com livescore is automatically updated and you don't need to refresh it manually. The home team were in every point superior to their antagonists and after a one-sided game Wotton were declared victors by six goals to nil. Updated 11th Feb 2023, 09:21 BST. Bristol Rovers are known for their distinctive blue and white quartered shirts, which they have worn for most of their history. Tweets. These rivalries are considered West Country Derbies and are often heated encounters. Shrewsbury Town vs Bristol Rovers - detailed statistical head to head preview and odds comparison. Bristol Rovers average scored 1.38 goals per match in season 2023. #UTG Support Nick gf.me/u/33watm. [18], On 13 November 2019, Hoole made his debut for Wales under-19's in a 30 win against Poland U19. [60], The team traditionally draws the majority of its support from north and east Bristol[61] and South Gloucestershire. [77] The first inductee was the club's all-time record goalscorer Geoff Bradford. Byers (27') Assists. Former Rovers striker Brandon Hanlon returned to haunt his old side where he spent the . and entered the Bristol & District League as Eastville Rovers in 1892. [96] Perhaps the most successful former member of the academy is Scott Sinclair, who was signed by Chelsea in 2005 for 200,000, with further payments to the club possible, depending on performance. Subscribing to iFollow today means you'll get even more access to Bristol Rovers content, including: Don't forget, at least 70% of all net revenue from iFollow goes directly to us! Both are one-month deals, but they can . Shrewsbury Town 0 0 19:45 Bristol Rovers. Bristol Rovers have allowed a further two players to leave the club on loan as they gain valuable experience in the men's senior game. Middlesbrough loanee Coburn prodded home a superb . Bristol Rovers next match. [13] Hoole's first senior season ended with Rovers overtaking Northampton Town on the final day of the season to gain automatic promotion by goals scored, a dramatic 70 victory over Scunthorpe United securing this feat.