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here on the Club Website at lunchtime We hope to bring you next season's Enterprise League fixtures here on the Club Website at lunchtime next Wednesday afternoon - 9th July 2025. All fans are invited from 10-12 Iron Manager Steve Pitt has invited all supporters to watch Saturday's Open Training Session - from 10am to 12noon - free of charge, with the Clubhouse open from 12 noon thereafter.  NATIONAL LEAGUE ANNOUNCES ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR AS TITLE SPONSOR IN LANDMARK MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT significant new partnership with vehicle rental company as its title sponsor The National League has today announced a significant new partnership with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, confirming the vehicle rental company as its title sponsor. The agreement, commencing in June 2025, will see Enterprise take the naming rights to the National League and its three divisions - becoming the Enterprise National League, the Enterprise National League North, and the Enterprise National League South, respectively - marking a major investment in non-league football and community engagement. The collaboration unites the National League, an organisation steeped in the rich history of English football, with Enterprise, a company already deeply committed to supporting local communities nationwide. For generations, the National League has served as a vital stepping stone for clubs aspiring to reach the higher echelons of the game, while simultaneously fostering a passionate and dedicated fan base that spans the entire nation. The National League's enduring appeal is further evidenced by its impressive growth in attendance figures over the past three seasons, demonstrating the loyalty of supporters and the increasing excitement surrounding the competition. Week after week, grounds across the country welcome fans who are united by their shared love for their local teams and the captivating drama of non-league football, showcased most recently at the National League Promotion Final in front of a record-breaking crowd at Wembley Stadium. The new multi-year agreement represents an exciting opportunity for Enterprise to further its long-standing commitment to supporting local communities nationwide. By aligning with the National League, Enterprise will gain visibility across a passionate and engaged audience, reinforcing its position as a trusted and community-focused brand. Enterprise will also explore opportunities to provide practical support to clubs, fans and their communities by leveraging its extensive network of more than 450 branches in the UK and its wider range of vehicles. Jack Pearce, National League Chairman commented: "We are delighted to welcome Enterprise as our new headline sponsor. This is a significant partnership for the National League and a testament to the growing strength and appeal of our competition. Enterprise shares our deep-rooted commitment to communities, and its support will be invaluable in helping our clubs to thrive." Kyle Sanborn, Vice President Global Brand Strategy & Marketing Activation, Enterprise Mobility, said: "Enterprise is incredibly proud to be partnering with the National League. We recognise the vital role these clubs play in their local communities and the passion they inspire in fans nationwide. This sponsorship provides a fantastic platform for us to demonstrate our commitment to supporting these communities and explore innovative ways to provide mobility solutions for both the clubs and their dedicated supporters. We look forward to a successful and impactful partnership." Ten remain for next season Following the conclusion of the 2024/25 season, the Club can confirm its retained and released list. The following players remain under contract with the Club for the 2025/26 season: John Akinde Tom Blackwell Ryan Clampin Chay Cooper Aiden Francis-Clarke Alan Judge George Langston Marley Marshall-Miranda Jacob Pinnington James Vennings The following players are in discussions regarding new deals in advance of next season: Jamal Fyfield Matt Robinson The following players have left the club this summer: Louie Annesley (Dorking Wanderers) Kyrell Lisbie (Peterborough United) Philip Haxthausen Nielsen The following players have returned to their parent clubs following the conclusion of their loans: Jermaine Francis (Barnet) Henry Gray (Ipswich Town) Emmanuel Okunowo (Ipswich Town) Braintree Town Football Club places on record its thanks to all players for their contributions during their time with the Club, and wishes those players leaving all the very best for the future. Confirmation of the First Team Management Team and news of our first signing of the summer will be made in the next few days. Manager Steve Pitt had nothing but praise for those departing the club as the Iron maintained their National League status for the coming season: "As ever this is really busy period with lots of discussions happening behind the scenes as we prepare for another season in the National League. Sadly during this period difficult decisions have to be made both by the club and individual players and we wish those departing all the best for their further careers. Pitt added "The departure of Kyrell has been well documented and we look forward to see his progress in the Football League at Peterborough United, he was instrumental in us staying up last season and I thank him for his efforts. Louie is another player who I've grown tremendously fond of in my time at the club and unfortunately although I would have liked to have retained him, he has received an excellent offer both financially and geographically and again I wish him all the very best for the future." The loan market was crucial for the Iron since Pitt's arrival in November and he had this to say on those returning to their parent clubs. "As well as Kyrell and Louie we obviously see Henry, Jermaine and Manny depart as they return to Barnet and Ipswich. Jermaine was a player who bought in to everything I asked from the squad since the day I arrived and we will continue to chat with him and his agent to see what the future holds. I have nothing but praise for Henry and the way he conducted himself whilst with us and although Manny picked up an injury which restricted his appearances, again he was a joy to work with and I look forward to seeing how their careers develop." Kim Cowell passes away The arrangements for the funeral of Club Director Kim Cowell have been agreed. Kim's funeral will be held on Thursday, 26th June 2025 at the Dunmow Crematorium at 2pm. An adjacent barn for tea and coffee has been booked for thereafter. Club Director passes away It is with tremendous regret that we have to advise of the passing of Club Director Kim Cowell. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. Trip to Suffolk in July It has been agreed to send a side to visit Sudbury for a pre-season friendly on Saturday, 19th July, with kick-off at 3pm. "if Kyrell achieved our target we would stay up" Steve Pitt reflected on working with Kyrell Lisbie: "From the time I walked in the building I made it perfectly clear to Kyrell that he would be an essential part of my strategy for this football club and its future success. "He and I set himself a target goals wise for the season and he pretty much achieved that. "My view was that if Kyrell achieved our target we would stay up. "We sat down thereafter every fortnight and discussed where we were for better or worse on a very open and honest basis. He absorbs all the information he can and uses it wisely. "Sadly my staff and I knew after the Rochdale game that Kyrell would be heading for a bigger stage but he now departs with our complete blessing in the belief that this is just the beginning of his journey in the game." Sixteen goal prodigy moves into League One The Club have reached an agreement with Peterborough United to transfer the registration of Kyrell Lisbie to the Sky Bet League One side. The 21-year old joined the Club a year ago from Isthmian Leaguers Cray Valley PM and scored 16 goals in his fifty appearances. Recognising the tremendous season he had enjoyed, Kyrell was named the Sportsbeat Young Player of the Year at the National Game Awards last week. Chairman Lee Harding was pleased to see another player progress from the Club into the Football League: "Kyrell has enjoyed a fantastic season with us and fully deserves his chance to play in the Football League. His record of 16 goals in 50 games played a major part in our securing our status in the National League. After the likes of Alex Revell and Sim Akinola, its rewarding to see another Braintree player stepping up into the League. Good luck and thank you Kyrell!" Get your discounted tickets by 4pm Saturday As we approach the last week of May, the clock is ticking for all Iron fans to take advantage of their season ticket discounts for next season. For this busy week of the close season, the Iron Clubhouse will be open on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, from 7.30pm - 9pm, and on Saturday afternoon, from 12 noon - 4pm, for supporters wishing to drop off their season ticket application forms and payment to secure discounted prices. Don't forget, to reward our long-standing season ticket holders, ALL season tickets for next season purchased by the 4pm on Saturday, 31st May deadline will remain unchanged at: Adults - £360.00, OAPs - £270.00, Under 18s - £70 and Under 12s - £40. Chairman Lee Harding was pleased with the prices for next season: "Season ticket sales are going well, with sales just ahead of where we were at this stage last season. With the manager and the majority of last season's squad already committed to the Club for next season, all our Iron season tickets remain as last year and offer some tremendous savings. The Adult ticket offers almost 25% off the cost of a 23-game campaign, OAP season tickets 22% off, while Under 18s and Under 12s are almost nearly 70% off the cost of the 23 matches!" Trips to step two and three sides Four additional pre-season fixtures have been agreed. Our first confirmed fixture is now on Tuesday, 8th July when we travel to Isthmian League Premier Division side Canvey Island. This is followed by a trip to fellow Isthmian League Premier Division side Billericay Town on Saturday, 12th July. We are still to confirm a game for Saturday, 19th July, but the following Tuesday evening, 22nd July, we visit National League South side Enfield Town. We conclude our pre-season fixtures with a trip to the South Coast to play Worthing on Saturday, 2nd August. A full list of our pre-season schedule is to the right. The National League 2025/2026 season starts on Saturday, 9th August. Can you help the Club with these important roles? The Club have vacancies for Turnstile Operators and Stewards on a matchday at the Club next season. Both will be eligible to claim for their out of pocket expenses. Both Turnstile Operators and Stewards will need to be at the Club two hours before kick-off. If you would like to assist the Club with these important roles, please contact the Club Chairman at chairman@braintreetownfc.org.uk for more information. Get your discounted tickets now! The Iron Clubhouse will be open on Thursday evenings, from 7.30pm - 9pm, and on Saturday afternoons, from 12 noon - 4pm, throughout May for supporters wishing to drop off their season ticket application forms and payment before the Saturday, 31st May deadline for discounted prices. To reward our long-standing season ticket holders, ALL season tickets for next season purchased by the Saturday, 31st May deadline will remain unchanged at: Adults - £360.00, OAPs - £270.00, Under 18s - £70 and Under 12s - £40. Chairman Lee Harding was pleased with the prices for next season: "All Iron season tickets remain as last year and offer some tremendous savings. The Adult ticket offers almost 25% off the cost of a 23-game campaign, OAP season tickets 22% off, while Under 18s and Under 12s are almost nearly 70% off the cost of the 23 matches!" Pre-season schedule starts to take place We have already started work on our pre-season fixtures for next season. Our first confirmed fixture is on Tuesday, 15th July when we entertain League Two side Cambridge United, followed by the visit of a Fulham XI on Friday, 25th July. We then welcome League Two side Colchester United on Tuesday, 29th July. The National League 2025/2026 season starts on Saturday, 9th August. Rochdale scalp added to top three victims Braintree Town secured their National League status for another year and at the same time added Rochdale to the top three sides in the division as those beaten by the Club at home this season. After a quiet and nervous opening half hour, Iron grew into the game and took the lead moments before the interval. Ryan Clampin fed Kyrell Lisbie from the left. His mis-kick fell to Tom Blackwell who saw his effort fall back to Lisbie who then steered the ball past Rochdale keeper Killian Barrett from close range for 1-0. It was 2-0 ten minutes after the re-start. Chay Cooper's cross from the right was miskicked by Rochdale centre-half Jack Kingdon. The ball fell kindly for Lisbie who cut the ball back inside before sliding the ball inside the near upright to double the advantage. Braintree controlled the remainder of the game to secure the three points that saw them move above both Boston and Yeovil to finish seventeenth in the final table. Season ticket and online prices unchanged for another year The Club have agreed upon their matchday and season ticket prices for the 2025/26 campaign. As the Club moves towards becoming a cashless stadium, ALL matchday prices for tickets bought online remain unchanged. The only increase is to matchday admission for adults that choose to pay by cash or card - which will increase to £22.00, to cover the increasing costs associated with banking cash. However the matchday prices paid by cash for OAPs (at £15.00), Under 18s (at £10.00) and Under 12s (at £5.00) remain unchanged. To reward our long-standing season ticket holders, ALL season tickets for next season purchased by Saturday, 31st May will remain unchanged at: Adults - £360.00, OAPs - £270.00, Under 18s - £70 and Under 12s - £40. Chairman Lee Harding was pleased with the prices for next season: "We are confident that our matchday prices remain competitive and offer value for money. To that, all Iron season tickets offer some tremendous savings. The Adult ticket offers almost 25% off the cost of a 23-game campaign, OAP season tickets 22% off, while Under 18s and Under 12s are almost nearly 70% off the cost of 23 matches! "Like every other business we are facing increases to our costs. From National Insurance to energy and water, our overheads as a business continue to climb. We are also looking to provide our Manager Steve Pitt with a competitive playing budget while striving to put in place a programme of maintenance at our stadium, with works planned to our stadium toilet facilities a priority!" Season ticket application forms will be available from the Clubhouse bar and completed forms together with payments should be deposited at the Clubhouse bar - who will also be able to take any card payments.
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