Duncan Eyre

@kr62209 @O22IE_OWL Thank you Kris. I think you deserve a mention too.

Apologies in advance - this is a long one. Now that the transaction is complete, I wanted to take a moment to thank the people who made what many thought was impossible… possible. This has been one of the most complex, demanding and important processes I’ve ever been involved in. It simply does not get done without a huge number of people going above and beyond. A few key aspects defined whether this club had a future: 1. Bringing S3 Limited into Administration alongside the Club - This allowed us to market and sell the Club and stadium together. Without it, the outcome could have been terminal. Thank you to New Avenue Projects for working with us to make this happen. 2. Funding the Club through the process Cash was critical. To the fans - thank you. You backed the Club when it mattered most, buying tickets and merchandise in huge numbers. To the individual who loaned £1 million - incredible support at a critical time. And to Henrik Pedersen - for his understanding and leadership when difficult football decisions had to be made. 3. Securing the outcome with the EFL A huge amount of work went into finding a solution that worked for all parties and protected the Club’s future. I want to thank a colleague (who would absolutely want to remain anonymous) for the creativity, technical expertise and, quite frankly, one of the most effective pieces of work I’ve ever seen in delivering a solution everyone could get behind. A number of advisers were outstanding: Wiggin LLP — David Hinchliffe and team. Relentless, often working through the night. Freeths (Sheffield Insolvency Team) - led by Oliver Jackson, assisting throughout but crucial in the final weeks. MD Law - Matthew Dixon (despite his football allegiances…), stepping in to solve a late-stage issue. BTG Eddisons, BTG Insurance Services & BTG Forensics - supporting throughout. Shorts Accountants - Scott Burkinshaw and team on tax. ⸻ My BTG team - quite simply exceptional. Jo Hammond, Mark Weekes, Paul Stanley, Julian Pitts, Phil Stone, Karis Cordery, Ben, Aidan, Niamh, Harry and many others. And the wider Sheffield office who picked up the slack while we lived and breathed Hillsborough for six months. ⸻ The Sheffield Wednesday staff have been nothing short of incredible. Henrik Pedersen - one of the best leaders and people I’ve worked with. We were competitive throughout - that’s down to him. Lindsey - “Mrs Sheffield Wednesday”. Tireless. ‘Stan’ - Mr Safety. Outstanding. Rob, Louise, James and so many more behind the scenes. I also want to mention Trevor Braithwaite and Alastair Wilson. Both have taken unfair criticism. They did their jobs professionally in extremely difficult circumstances, and the Club would not have functioned without them. James Wheelhouse - for answering our SOS when appointed and keeping the IT infrastructure together under real pressure. ⸻ A few others who played important roles: Lee Strafford - trusted counsel throughout. Alex Miller and Rob Staton - responsible journalism when it mattered. Lee Wildgoose, Matt Bruce, Chris Cotterill and many more. From the Trust - James Silverwood, Rob Brooke, Steven Chu. And finally, Asher Simons - he was on the other side of the deal but was a huge driving force and without a Wednesday fan either side, I’m not sure it would have got done.I’m proud to now call him a friend. ⸻ This has been a collective effort - but one driven by a clear objective from day one: to protect Sheffield Wednesday and give it a future. There is still a lot of work ahead (thankfully not for me 😀) But today, the Club has stability, a new owner, and a real platform to move forward. WAWAW

@Justom29 Looks like a pint of moretti to me… 🍺

The lads at Nonnas All on the ale, Grainger must be on the Pepsi max 😂 #swfc

@CarltonPalmer16 @LucyPal16907599 Good to see you back around CP now the idiot has gone

@martynware Apologies for spelling Martyn. Bloody predictive!

#swfc still feeling a little emotionally unstable after trying to unpack the experience and outcomes of yesterday’s takeover announcement And to top it off, Being Boiled was used for the video announcement Our club reborn…

@martynware Hey Martin - my 23 year old said Dad love that track - you won’t know who it is though… I beg to differ young man. He was gobsmackec! Timeless

@asyouwereS6 @BuildsByKB It would have to on hugely reduced wages but someone in champ will take a chance on him with his last few performances I think

Not big Nathaniel getting choked up at the very end 💙 Give him that deal, don't even care about injuries this season. Get him match fit and like yesterday he's the best player on the pitch, let alone in League 1, be a cheat code.

@Dunsbyowl That’s the one.. I’ve got a few up there, need to have a look. Paul Bradshaw testimonial and a couple of others I’m sure

@EyreDuncan #Priceless #swfc

Did someone say "high quality" merchandise ? 😉💙 #swfc

@TWFootball1867 hard not to be excited given the early coms. Let’s see what the first appts and signings are like. It worries me Henrik being given a chance. The other thing that worries me (feel bad for saying it) is his age. He is 70 what if the succession plan is his son and he’s a loony?

The vibes and aura of Storch and Co are 10/10. He clearly gets it and knows how important it is to get that connection with the fans. If he can deliver the finances needed for this project on and off the field, then we really have hit the jackpot. Such a likeable guy.

@nickdemarco_ Thank you Nick

Great to see

@MillwallFC @Dunsbyowl @ChloeBannan he’s a wonderful footballer snd human. Everything he has done for Sheffield and loads of individual fans. We miss him, we miss your family but we understand. Hope to see you all back soon x

How good was this man today? 🪄

@craigyjones17 I don’t get it. Genuine owners who have taken the town and people to their heart. I hope our new over is cut from the same cloth.

I knew it would be a popular night for it, but never in my wildest dreams did I think ‘stick that in your documentary’ would be trending on here 😀 Thank you so much to all the contributors, no matter which lower clubs you represent 👍 Until we meet again!

@PeterRinkcavage Our skipper @bazzabannan25

The best. #swfc

@BristolCity What a lovely decent man

Thank you Roy. ❤️

@mhawley155 @AlexJPMiller @domhowson @YesWeCrann Bloody hell, if the devil could cast his net…. 😂

Not all heroes wear capes - these boys have put in a good shift this season 👏 well done fellas 🦉 @AlexJPMiller @domhowson @YesWeCrann #swfc

@carloscarvalha2 Bringing my boys to see you and your team Carlos. Their first ever game at SWFC next week 💙

SWFC desceu para a ligue 1. Último jogo da época, estádio completamente cheio a vibrar…. Isto é amor 💙 SWFC was relegated to Ligue 1. Last game of the season, stadium completely full and buzzing…. That's love 💙

@VancityReynolds @Wrexham_AFC @WrexhamFX @RMcElhenney From a very grateful SWFC fan for what you did for us (except stealing Windass because of our incompetent owner) - gutted for you but go again next year. What a story. Great owners and club x

I am completely gutted by today’s result but incredibly proud of our season. We’ve come a long way in five years and this was the best result in our 150+ year history. More to do. But for now, we have so much to be proud of, Reds.

@winghalf6 @footballontnt @Owlsonline Bless you Tony. Would be lovely to see you at S6 for a game x

@footballontnt @Owlsonline This is my club - nobody can yoyo 🪀 from one league to the next like Wednesday. Never ever underestimate The Owls or their superb fan base. #WAWAW 🦉

Sheffield Wednesday have won for the first time since September, after breaking the football league record for most consecutive games without a victory. The Owls did it in front of a sold out crowd in the final day, recording the highest attendance of any club in the Championship this season, with 33,750 fans 👏🦉

@kr62209 @Dunsbyowl Well done and big thank you Kris

Job done ✔️ Back to my seat in August 😮‍💨 UTO 🦉