Tag: #FanOwnership

Fan Ownership at Lewes. Fanzine Article in ‘Where’s The Bar’ Magazine. How and Why it Failed but is There a Happy Ending?

~ july1966

English Football Clubs run by their supporters operate under a constitution — a brilliant framework that, if followed, can lead to real success. The problem is, there’s no statutory body to enforce it. And that’s where things can get messy. Very messy. This is the story of how complacency, detachment, and poor oversight allowed a … Continue reading Fan Ownership at Lewes. Fanzine Article in ‘Where’s The Bar’ Magazine. How and Why it Failed but is There a Happy Ending?

Making It Up as They Go Along: The Dismantling of Fan Ownership at Lewes FC.

~ july1966

Making It Up as They Go Along: The Dismantling of Fan Ownership at Lewes FC. By Chris Harris 15/1 Stop Press! At tonight's 'consultation meeting where, other than club officials, 8 members attended 0.3% of our membership, it was revealed that the share issue has increased from £1 million to £1.5 million, and the £250,000 … Continue reading Making It Up as They Go Along: The Dismantling of Fan Ownership at Lewes FC.

Why No Women are on the Board at Lewes ‘Equality’ FC, 100% Run By Men.

~ july1966

The Equality Conundrum at Lewes FC Lewes FC, proudly nicknamed "Equality FC," is the loudest voice in English football when it comes to gender equality. The club is celebrated as the first in the UK to provide equal budgets for its men’s and women’s teams. This commitment to fairness is a source of pride for … Continue reading Why No Women are on the Board at Lewes ‘Equality’ FC, 100% Run By Men.