Head of Youth Robbie Herrera is looking forward to watching United’s Under-18s take on their Bridgwater counterparts at Plainmoor in the SWCYL League Cup final on Saturday, April 27th (Midday KO).
With the Young Gulls looking to with the competition for the third successive season – whilst still being on course for another league & cup double – Herrera highlighted the excitement that is building amongst the side ahead, of the showpiece occasion later this month.
“It’s fantastic for the players. They’ve managed to get into the final for the last three years, but have always played it always played it away, so to play on here in front of the home fans will be great.
“It’s different, it gets them used to the environment, the changing rooms, the tunnel – all little things that they’re not quite used to, on this scale. The team talk, I think, will be different, and it will be an experience for them. Hopefully it’s one they will look back on favourably, and they can take something from it.
“Everything about it will hopefully make it a day not to forget.”
With the Yellow Army having already taken great pride in the inclusion of no less than five of the current U18 squad within Torquay’s first-team squad this season, Robbie went on to explain how a healthy crowd at Plainmoor for the final can help push the team onto even greater heights against Bridgwater.
“We’re hoping we’ll get a decent crowd coming in to support the players and the team, it will be a great occasion for them, and we are looking forward to it.
“It would be fantastic. It should give them a bit more energy, a little bit more passion and enthusiasm, which they should have anyway, but it might make them strive that little bit harder to get the win.”
With TUFC blessed to be able to call upon a number of committed staff and volunteers throughout the whole of their youth department, Herrera paid tribute to U18s Manager Kevin Wills, Assistant Manager Paul Bishop and Youth Physio Bess Ashworth, who all continue to work hard behind the scenes in a bid to sees the Club’s stars of the future flourish.
“They’ve been fantastic, Kev has continued the work that Ryan Dickson started from last season, and you’ve got Paul Bishop, who is fantastic around the place and would do anything for anybody to help out, and he’s great for the lads as well. Then of course, you have Bess who looks after the injuries – we’ve had a fair few injuries and knocks this season – and she’s managed to get them back in double-quick time.
“They’ve all done fantastically well for us.”
Book Your Tickets Now!
With supporters warmly invited to Plainmoor for this very special occasion, this will be an ideal opportunity for the Yellow Army to witness the next generation of United stars in action.
With all supporters being accommodated in Bristow’s Bench for this fixture, ticket prices are as follows:
- General Admission – £6
- 2023/24 Season Ticket Holders – £3
- Under-12s – £1
Tickets for this much-anticipated fixture are available to purchase online now HERE. Supporters can also purchase tickets over the phone between 10am-2pm (Monday – Friday excluding Bank Holidays), or in person via our Club Shop between 10am-2pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (excluding Bank Holidays).
Sponsorship Packages Available!
With this encounter sure to capture the imagination of both the fans and local community in the build up to the game, TUFC is pleased to be able to offer a whole host of matchday sponsorship packages, enabling both individuals and businesses the chance to showcase their support for the Young Gulls, whilst promoting their company too!
- Match Sponsorship
Premium sponsorship for match, including social media and website articles, full page advert in our matchday programme, reserved area in Gulls Nest for 10 people including a matchday ticket, bacon bap and programme for each guest. Package will also include a ‘Meet and Greet’ with Head of Youth Robbie Herrera and presentation of a signed home shirt. Match Sponsors will also be given the opportunity to choose the winner of the prestigious ‘Man of Match’ award! - Matchball Sponsorship
Social media and website articles, half page advert in our matchday programme, ‘Meet and Greet’ with Head of Youth Robbie Herrera and presentation of a signed ball. This packages includes 10 matchday tickets, with a bacon bap and programme each guest. - Programme Sponsor
Social media and website articles, half page advert in our matchday programme, ‘Meet and Greet’ with Head of Youth Robbie Herrera and presentation of a signed programme. This packages includes 6 matchday tickets, with a bacon bap and programme each guest. - Executive Team Sponsor
Social media and website articles, half page advert in our matchday programme. This packages includes 6 matchday tickets, with a bacon bap and programme each guest.
In addition to our matchday sponsorship packages, we can also offer the following opportunities in our popular matchday programme:
- Programme Adverts
- Half-page advert in programme and 4 matchday tickets
Mascot & Team Tour Opportunities
- Our superb Matchday Mascot packages will return to Plainmoor for one final time – perfect for any proud siblings wishing to play their own part in their brother’s big day!
- Our Team Tour package will begin by receiving a welcome from the club on social media and in our matchday programme, before the team form guard of honour for both teams as they emerge from the tunnel and make their way out onto the hallowed Plainmoor turf. In addition to this, our Team Tour participants will also get their own moment to remember on the pitch, as they take part in a half-time penalty shoot-out competition, with a prize for the winner. This packages includes up to 10 matchday tickets and programmes for each guest.
To find out more about any of these exciting packages, please contact Commercial Manager Sharon Musker by emailing [email protected] or phone 07949 005832