HALESOWEN Town will hold a tribute to club president, Colin Brookes – who sadly passed away on Tuesday evening – before Saturday’s game with Bishop’s Stortford.
The club say they will ome together as a club and a community to honour and remember Colin.
A pre-match tribute will start at 2.45pm and Halesowen have released details.
- Supporters are asked to be inside the ground by 2:45pm.
- A tribute to Colin will begin at 2:50pm, led by club representatives and members of Colin’s family.
- A minute’s silence will take place at 2:58pm, followed by a round of applause in celebration of Colin’s life and contributions to the club.
- The James Grove bar and other outlets will be closed between 2:45-3:00pm to allow volunteers to pay their respects.
There will be two books of condolences that will be available for supporters wishing to leave messages.
These will be located in the James Grove Lounge and the Yeltz Bar and will be shared with Colin’s family after the game.
Supporters who wish to lay flowers or cards may do so at the designated area near the main stand.
The club add that supporters are encouraged to purchase tickets online to help reduce queues and assist with early arrival.
https://ht-fc.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/bishopsstortford
The Yeltz website says: “We thank supporters for their understanding, compassion, and unity at this difficult time.
“Together, we will honour Colin in a way that reflects the enormous contribution he made to The Yeltz.”
