The Holy Blues will be looking to add to the early season points tally, that has seen them pick up impressive victories over Stockton (in midweek) FC United of Manchester and Workington, registering nine goals in those three games. Leading the way in the scoring charts is converted forward, Ashton Offler. With three goals to his name, the makeshift centre forward is proving a revelation up top for Russ Wilcox’s men.

As is the pace and power of the exciting Theo Williams, signed permanently in the summer following a short loan period at the club, last season. Williams has brought goals and assists to the team this season and is playing with confidence for the Blues.

Two clean sheets in four games, Stockton’s late penalty on Tuesday night, a blot on the defensive record, that shows the side are functioning, strong and resilient and looking to continue riding the crest of the wave as Bury come into town.

The Shakers of Bury head for Lincolnshire following their promotion from the NPL West, with two wins, a draw and a defeat in their opening four games at Step 3. Opening their campaign with a goal-less draw away to fellow league-newbies Redcar Athletic, they beat Curzon Ashton at home 3-2 (Curzon seeing a last minute penalty saved) before beating Warrington Rylands at home by a goal to nil.

In midweek, Bury let a two goal lead slip. Former Gainsborough man, Jordan Thewlis netting a stoppage time winner for Guiseley, at Nethermoor, leaving Anthony Johnson’s Shakers with a point from their first two away games of the season, so far. Their striker DJ Pedro saw his recent red card overturned, and his suspension (that was due to start on Saturday) has been lifted.

Programme

Our full colour, matchday programme ‘Blue Review’ is available to purchase inside the ground. Priced at £3 and packed full of features, including Fraser Preston’s eagerly anticipated Fantasy Football Manager feature. Including the views of manager, Russ Wilcox and club captain Bobby Johnson. And packed with great photos, including the cover image of Jordan Helliwell celebrating his first goal of the season on Tuesday night.

As well as that, we hear from Jamie Johnson and Ross Jackson with the topical talks, Phil Anderson and Steve Andrews flick back through the archives and delve deep into the Gainsborough Trinity history books to inform and engage! We hear from Bury supporter Tom Pickup and there’s lots of information on our opponents, who we meet for the first time. And also included is our Under 21s fixture list – so you can start to plan when you can catch a young Blues’ game at the Kal Group Stadium! Grab yours early, to avoid missing out! It’s a collector’s item!

Match Details

This is a segregated fixture. Away supporters are to access the ground through the Away Entrance adjacent to the Ping Stand. Facilities will include a burger van (cash/card accepted), can bar (serving alcohol for away supporters – please note, this is cash only) and a limited number of seats for elderly/ disabled supporters not able to stand for the duration of the game. Transfer to our supporters’ club, the Blues Club will not be permitted for visiting fans DURING the game. Online Tickets are available, for away supporters, to purchase in advance, up until midday on Saturday. You will not be able to purchase a ticket for the away end, at the ground.

For home supporters, on the day ticket prices are £13 adults, £10 concessions (under 18s and 65+) £5 U16s.

Parking

Unfortunately, we have no parking provision at the ground on a match day. Roadside parking is available around the ground, but this will obviously be on a first come, first served basis. Two local Council ran car parks (Roseway and Tower Street) are located within a two minute walk of the ground. Please be mindful, there have been several complaints to the authorities recently about parking on pavements around the ground, and we strongly advise this is avoided, to avoid issues with traffic enforcement officers and the police. We ask that you are mindful of our neighbours – and that everyone can enjoy what is set to be a fantastic occasion.

Elsewhere

The other fixtures in an action packed round of games, can be viewed here:

Curzon Ashton vs Guiseley
Emley AFC vs Ashton United
FC United of Manchester vs Workington
Hyde United vs Avro
Ilkeston Town vs Cleethorpes Town
Lancaster City vs Quorn
Leek Town vs Bamber Bridge
Stockton Town vs Alfreton Town
Warrington Rylands vs Redcar Athletic
Whitby Town vs Warrington Town

Preview by Rob Hughes (@AATM_Media)
Images by Sean Cook (@FoxbyMedia)