Post by spennyfanchris on May 2, 2024 15:30:45 GMT
A football club's plans to build a new stadium have faced further delays due to a relegation battle and one of the desired sites being sold.
Darlington FC announced in 2022 its plans to leave Blackwell Meadows and relocate to a purpose-built site elsewhere in the town.
It was initially planned to be built in time for the 2024-25 season but the project has been repeatedly delayed.
Chief executive David Johnston said he "backed off" during the relegation battle, adding: "I’m not going to commit to something if we’re playing in the league below.”
The comments were made after the team secured survival in the National League North.
Reflecting on how the club’s performance on the pitch had affected progress with the ground, he said: “It’s quite complex, it’s still ongoing. It’s frustrating for me."
More of the article here - www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4n19qlz7v8o
Darlington FC announced in 2022 its plans to leave Blackwell Meadows and relocate to a purpose-built site elsewhere in the town.
It was initially planned to be built in time for the 2024-25 season but the project has been repeatedly delayed.
Chief executive David Johnston said he "backed off" during the relegation battle, adding: "I’m not going to commit to something if we’re playing in the league below.”
The comments were made after the team secured survival in the National League North.
Reflecting on how the club’s performance on the pitch had affected progress with the ground, he said: “It’s quite complex, it’s still ongoing. It’s frustrating for me."
More of the article here - www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4n19qlz7v8o