James Lawson

Ramsgate Youth to Become Part of Ramsgate FC Ramsgate Football Club is pleased to confirm that Ramsgate Youth FC, which became separate from the main club nearly 20 years ago, will become part of Ramsgate FC from June 2026. For clarity, Ramsgate Youth FC has operated as a completely separate club during that time, with both organisations running independently, each with its own management and facilities. The main club’s youth section, which included nearly 70 teams during the 2025/26 season, has continued to operate solely under the Ramsgate FC name. This move brings the two strands back together, and we’re excited to welcome the players, coaches and families of Ramsgate Youth into the club - strengthening the pathway for young people in the area and building on the strong foundations already in place. Ian Syvret has been at the heart of Ramsgate Youth for nearly 30 years, and his contribution to local football cannot be overstated. As he steps away from the game, we thank him for everything he has given to hundreds of young players and the wider community. Reflecting on his time at the club, Ian said: “I have seen over many years, many hundreds of children enjoying youth football, assisted by coaches giving up many hours of their spare time - that’s been a great achievement by our club.” We also want to place on record our thanks to Phil Adams, whose commitment and work behind the scenes has been invaluable. In particular, Phil has played a key role in securing the long-term sporting future of the Walton Road site, which will now form an important part of the club’s youth provision. Chairman James Lawson said: “This is a really positive step for everyone involved. Ian and Phil have built something that genuinely matters in the local community, and our role now is to carry that forward. With the addition of these teams, the club will be approaching 80 teams next season across all areas - including inclusive football, walking football, our women’s section, academy teams, youth teams and the first team. We’re focused on creating clear pathways for players of all ages and abilities, and making sure every child has the opportunity to enjoy and progress in the game.” We look forward to continuing that work and building something even stronger together. Up the Rams.

This IS our HOME 🏡 We’re proud to launch our 2026/27 Season Tickets. For a limited time, prices are frozen at last season’s Early Bird rate, and for the first time you can spread the cost with a 3-month payment plan. This is a club built by its supporters. Every pound you spend with us goes straight onto the pitch - into the players, the squad, and the team you watch every week. With a new management team in place, we’ve got the experience and know-how for another promotion push - but it doesn’t happen without you. Be part of it. Back the team. Bring your friends and family. Own your place. 🎟️ Season Tickets for 2026/27 go on sale from 5pm today. COYR Music by Luke J Dorman

Ramsgate FC are delighted to welcome Adrian Pennock as our new manager 🤝 Ady joins the Rams after two strong seasons with Dartford FC, narrowly missing out on promotion, and brings a wealth of experience from across the game as both a player and a manager. A promotion winner with Gillingham FC and a title-winning manager in Brunei, his track record speaks for itself. Ady is joined by his trusted backroom team, including Assistant Manager Roland Edge, Goalkeeper Coach Les Cleevely, and Fitness Coach Neil Withington. We look forward to welcoming Ady and his team to the WW Martin Community Stadium ❤️🤍 Season ticket news for 2026/27 coming soon 👀 COYR

Ramsgate FC are delighted to welcome Adrian Pennock as our new manager 🤝 Ady joins the Rams after two strong seasons with Dartford FC, narrowly missing out on promotion, and brings a wealth of experience from across the game as both a player and a manager. A promotion winner with Gillingham FC and a title-winning manager in Brunei, his track record speaks for itself. Ady is joined by his trusted backroom team, including Assistant Manager Roland Edge, Goalkeeper Coach Les Cleevely, and Fitness Coach Neil Withington. We look forward to welcoming Ady and his team to the WW Martin Community Stadium ❤️🤍 Season ticket news for 2026/27 coming soon 👀 COYR

A Message from the Chairman to the fans. When I took the club over at Christmas 2019, we were in a dire relegation battle at the bottom of Step 4. My overriding aim then — and now — has always been to match the Boys of ’72 and return this club to Step 2. In those early days, we had to release a whole squad of players and, much like yesterday, local teenagers stepped in to represent the club. When I looked around the stadium back then however, it wasn’t the lack of players that struck me — it was the empty stands. If we were ever going to match the Boys of ’72, who reached the highest level this club has ever played at, we needed supporters first. So we opened the club up to the town. And I’m overwhelmed by how the town has responded. What has followed has been incredible. 1,600 at Wimbledon. 3,000 in a home FA Cup first round win 3,000+ sell-out derbies. 1,000 at Hythe celebrating our title win Home play-off games. 1,000 at Aveley for a cup final Home attendances consistently over 1,000. Nearly 1,000 kids in our youth section. Hundreds in our holiday programmes. Post-16 academy squads based full-time at the club. But, despite all of that, it was yesterday that reinvigorated me. Just like in 2019, we had a team of young players giving everything for us. The difference this time? They had 1,300 Ramsgate supporters behind them. Kids on bouncy castles. Families enjoying the spring sunshine. Bars and kitchens full. Ramsgate shirts and scarves everywhere — even on the dogs. Two Ramsgate sides represented us in cup finals before the game. An all-Ramsgate U16 derby took place on the pitch after. A packed clubhouse celebrated the players’ awards into the evening. That is what this club has become. Sitting here on a spring Sunday morning, I genuinely feel we now have the strongest base we’ve ever had to push towards Step 2. We’ve built this platform alongside a sustainable football model that ensures we can compete without risking the club’s future. This summer, subject to final planning, we move forward again. We are one of the few clubs at this level operating around an annual accounting break-even position, in a landscape where many clubs sustain significant losses. That discipline is central to protecting the club’s long-term future. Many great people have played their part in getting us here, with Ian Heath a constant at my side. But make no mistake — this platform has been built by you, the supporters. Now we move into a huge week as we appoint the management team to lead the next phase of this journey. The goal hasn’t changed. We are building towards Step 2 — together. Come on you Rams! James

Squad run down to nothing, with 7 teenagers stepping up vs Hashtag today. Lost 2-0, but they did the club proud. Big week ahead as we look to recruit and build to compete next season. 🐏

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