19/10/2026
We are incredibly saddened as a club by the loss of Mel Long this weekend. Mel was a longstanding club stalwart, who supported, coached, managed and volunteered at the club over many decades. He also played for the club for a great many years too and is, we believe, the oldest player to have togged out for us in the red and green. More than any of this Mel was a true friend to so many of us. Always there to lend a hand whenever and wherever he was asked, he was a fountain of knowledge and only too happy to share that knowledge. He had a fantastic warmth to him and a smile for everyone. He has left a huge hole in our community and will be sorely missed. As a club our thoughts and sympathies are with his family, friends and all those whose lives Mel touched. RIP Mel
