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Daniels Captain reflects on league win

Monday, 17 April 2023 23:04

Daniels celebrate league win - holding the cup Graham Drury and Sean Wright (photo Rob O'Brien)

Sean Wright said Stamford AFC's fortunes changed after Christmas and says it means so much to the players, the club and the town that they've won the league.

The attendance of games has more than doubled over the past few years and Sean says they've had experience of Step 3 football and above, and won against bigger sides in the past, which bodes well for next season. With a tough final game this Saturday away at Halesowen, he says they'll remain focused and give it all they've got for everyone who's believed in them. He says the players should enjoy their achievement and believe they can win, and to thank the fans, the club and manager Graham Drury for everything they've done to support them. Rob Persani spoke to the Skipper after the league presentation, and their 3-nil win against Yaxley:

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