Results
| Club Friendly List | 07/20 18:30 | - |
Rocester v
Newcastle Town
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L | 1-3 | |
| Club Friendly List | 07/21 14:00 | 1 |
Rocester v
Chasetown
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L | 1-2 | |
| Club Friendly List | 07/24 18:30 | 1 |
Rocester v
Burton Albion
|
W | 4-1 |
Wikipedia - Rocester F.C.
Rocester Football Club is a football club based in Rocester, near Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, England, currently playing in the Staffordshire County Senior League Premier Division.
History
Rocester Football Club was formed in 1876 and for over a century played in various local leagues including the Stafford Amateur League and Uttoxeter and District League until they became founder members of the Staffordshire Senior League in the 1984. Under manager Alan Beaman, the club's first senior honours saw them win the double of the Staffordshire Senior League title and the Staffordshire F.A. Vase in 1986.
The following year, the club reached the last sixteen of the FA Vase (despite having to play all their "home" games at the grounds of teams with better facilities), knocking out the holders Halesowen Town before succumbing to Garforth Town. In 1987 the team moved from their original and by now rather run-down ground to a new home at Hillsfield and at the same time switched to the West Midlands (Regional) League Division One, which they won at the first attempt. The new ground was further developed with the addition of floodlights and a stand to enable the club to take its place in the Premier Division.
In 1994, following several successful seasons, Rocester became founder members of the new Midland Football Alliance. After a second-place finish in their first season in the new league, they went one better in 1998–99, winning the league title and claiming promotion to the Southern League Midland Division. They were to find life harder at this level, however, and after two consecutive last-place finishes the Romans were relegated back to the Alliance in 2002. Rocester soon recovered, however, and were champions at the first attempt in 2003–04. However, due to the re-organisation of the non-league pyramid, The Romans were placed in the Northern Premier League Division One, where they endured a disastrous season, picking up only 6 points from 42 games to finish rock-bottom.
The following season back in the Alliance saw the team continue their terrible run, their first win not coming until January, finally ending a run of 67 league matches without a win. After finishing bottom of the Midland Alliance the club only avoided a second successive relegation due to league restructuring.
However, within two years Rocester were back among the leading clubs in the Midland Alliance, finishing 12th in 2007 and 5th in 2008. The Romans recorded a 3–0 win over Kidsgrove Athletic at Vale Park in April 2008 to win the Staffordshire Senior Cup for the first time.
The team plays its home matches at the historic Hillsfield Stadium, which provides an intimate atmosphere for fans to support their players. With a focus on community engagement, Rocester FC actively promotes youth development programs and encourages participation in the sport at all levels.
Competing in the lower tiers of the English football league system, Rocester FC is known for its resilience and determination on the pitch. The club's colors, traditionally a striking combination of blue and white, symbolize their pride and heritage. With a dedicated coaching staff and a roster of skilled players, Rocester FC aims to climb the ranks and make a mark in the world of English football.
Whether it's a thrilling match day or community event, Rocester FC embodies the spirit of grassroots soccer, fostering a sense of unity and pride among its supporters. As they continue to strive for success, Rocester FC remains a beloved institution in the heart of Staffordshire.