DON ENNIO SAYS, “YES!”
We are delighted to announce that, our manager Ennio Gonnella has agreed to lead our assault on the Isthmian Premier League for the 26/27 season.
Since joining us three seasons ago, “Don Ennio” has overseen back to back to back promotions and an FA Vase Final in a club that, was only formed in 2021!
Ennio has been a key contributor to the Whyteleafe story since joining us, a new chapter begins this forthcoming season.
Club Statement
Our story has been incredible. Now we find ourselves at step 3, only five short
years after starting at step 8. Our meteoric rise on the pitch unfortunately means
we have outgrown our historic home at Church Road.
In order for the club to survive and continue to thrive, we need to move to a ground more suitable for the level we will be playing at. This is not a decision we have taken lightly. We understand how much it means to the community. But unfortunately, for now, we have to move to keep going until such a time as it’s possible to move back.
Next season we will continue to train at Church Road and all our Youth teams will continue at Church Road. However our first team will play our matches at Flamingo Park, the home of Cray Wanderers. It’s a beautiful ground with everything we need for step 3 football. Supporters will enjoy a modern 2,500 capacity stadium, featuring a brand new 299 seat stand and a dedicated fan zone with a giant screen showing premier league matches. Our players will enjoy a brand new 3G pitch, one that will allow us to showcase the playing style we’ve all come to know as the Whyteleafe Way.
The Whyteleafe story is not over, but we need you with us, now more than ever! Back in 2021, the old club folded and AFC Whyteleafe was formed. No-one expected what has happened since. And now, to continue this remarkable story, we need your help. We need the Leafe army to come out in force, just as you did for our historic appearance at Wembley and our sensational performance in the playoff final at Croydon. It’s imperative for the Club’s survival. If there is sufficient demand, we will arrange subsidised supporter travel to every home game.
We ALL want football in Whyteleafe and we hope we can return to Whyteleafe when possible. In the meantime, we will make ourselves at home at Flamingo Park and see how far we can take our story.
We understand our supporters will feel frustrated or disappointed. We want to offer all our fans a chance to air their views and ask questions. We will do this on Leafe Radio on Saturday 9th May at 5pm, where the hosts can take your questions on the chat. Enzo will also attend, so we can talk about football as well as the ground.
We are so grateful for all the support we have received over the last 5 years. We have tried everything in our power to keep first team football in Whyteleafe. And we will do everything in our power to bring it back as soon as it’s possible. We’re in this together. Let’s make the next chapter another exciting one.
We would like to thank Gary Hilman and Cray Wanderers for supporting us in our time of need.
Kelly
Chairman
AFC WHYTELEAFE AWARDS 🏆
Managers Player Of The Season Part 1 - Slav Huk
Was an impossible job for Don Ennio to decide between two players so, he decided to do joint winners.
First up, it’s Slav. What a signing this man has been throughout the season and more than played his part in the Play Offs 🧤
WHYTELEAFE CENTURION
Last Tuesday’s Play-Off Semi-Final against Jersey Bulls saw Daniel Bennett become the latest member of the Whyteleafe Centurions, reaching the 100-appearance milestone.
He then went on to make his 101st appearance in our historic Play-Off Final. In just two seasons, the mercurial midfielder has made a remarkable impact—scoring 50 goals (including an outstanding 48 goal contributions this season alone), winning to Back to Back promotions with the club and a Wembley Final!
A true midfield maestro, capable of moments of pure magic—one of the finest footballers many of us have had the pleasure of watching in non-league football.
Quite simply, Bennö…..Is……The…..Best
🤩 PLAYER OF THE MATCH 🤩
Our “Player of the Match” in our 6-0 victory over Sheppey Town FC is…..Helge Orome”.
Being in the centre of the engine room, so much of Helge’s work doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. However, yesterday it was impossible to ignore, an assist for Bennö, an assist for Mo, a well taken pen and at the heart of everything during the game.
Well done Helge 👏
🤩 PLAYER OF THE MONTH 🤩
It’s been a decent month on the pitch with, zero defeats and zero goals conceded in the league.
So, there were a number of different players receiving votes. However, our fans have spoken and February’s Player Of The Month is……Aaron Goode.
Loved and adored by the Leafe faithful!
Well done Goodie. 🥇
Goodie is proudly sponsored by Olivia Jordan 💚
𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 | 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻 ✍🏼
We are delighted to announce the signing of experienced, box-to-box midfielder Adam Allen.
He joins us following previous spells with AFC Whyteleafe, Merstham & SCR. Adam’s energy and experience will be crucial as we enter the business end of the season. He will be available for selection from Saturday against Thatcham Town.
Welcome, Adam (@Black_King_Rass)
#HTFC 🟣🔵
🤩 PLAYER OF THE MONTH 🤩
It’s been a great month for the club with many outstanding team performances as well as, many incredible individual performances.
So, our fans have been voting for who they believe is worthy of November’s Player Of The Month.
And, that player is Jamie Mascoll. 🥇
🗣️ | WOODY’S WORDS
After last night’s game in the @IsthmianLeague with @AFCWhyteleafe, we caught up with a very proud Adam Woodward to hear his thoughts on the 3-3 draw.
#UpTheDockers