Clapham resigns as chairman
IT was another controversial week for Southport as a board meeting with supporters led to the resignation of Chairman Charlie Clapham.
The meeting has upset many club members who have insisted despite relegation this season, they have worked hard to turn things around for the club.
However, things didn’t improve on the field as Southport were defeated 4-1 by league fliers Tranmere Rovers on Saturday.
Ahead of their final game of the season against Lincoln City on Saturday, the club’s Commercial Director Haydn Preece (pictured) and Interim Chairman Nigel Allen gave their thoughts on the week’s events.
“It’s been a very tough season but the last few days have been the worst ever. After the reactions we’ve received – I have to say, the silent majority really need to come forward,” said Preece.
“I feel after relegation a small group have said too much and done too much. We have got damage on our hands.
“We were in a situation where we have faced relegation but in the last few days – what has gone on is unacceptable.
“We have lost our Chairman Charlie Clapham, he has spent half of his life with the club, he doesn’t deserve this treatment.
“It’s wrong. We need to safeguard the club. We have to go back a step and secure the club. Every supporter’s voice is valued.”
Allen added: “It’s been a really difficult week. Thursday’s board meeting has taken us by surprise.
“I just hope that next week the true Southport supporters come out and show their support”.