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7 July 2009 – Hewett takes charge at Bromley
Local resident Arron Hewett was today unveiled as the new Manager of Blue Square South side, Bromley FC. In an exclusive interview with the Bromley Times, Hewett gave an insight into his first day on the job.
“It all came about when I filled in the crossword puzzle in the Bromley Times,” recalled Hewett. “I knew the prize said something about Bromley FC, but I thought it would be free tickets – not the manager’s job!”
Chairman Jerry Dolke was effusive in his praise for his new man.
“I wasn’t happy with the direction the club was going in, so I thought I’d make some changes,” explained Dolke. “what I didn’t expect was that we’d only receive one entry to the crossword that week. That being said, I’m actually very pleased at the outcome – Arron is totally dedicated to our cause, and has even handed his notice in at his old job in order to come and lead us to glory.”
Although Dolke’s claims of imminent success may well prove to be wide of the mark, he is correct about Hewett’s commitment. Despite strong protestations from his wife, Hewett has resigned from his post at a famous tourist attraction in London, and will in fact earn a lesser income from this new post.
With pre-season training at Hayes Lane right around the corner, it remains to be seen just what impact Hewett will have in his first, and most likely last, managerial appointment.
Background to the club:
Bromley Football Club was founded in 1892 and currently plies its trade in the Blue Square South. Situated in Kent, the club’s home is Hayes Lane, which it has been since 1938. Former Crystal Palace youth forward Gareth Williams is the club’s only player with experience of League football. And with a mere £180k in the club’s bank account, times are tough for the new manager. No transfer budget and a restrictive weekly wage budget of £3.8k will test the Manager to the limit.
Background to me:
This is my first story (and I've only made one post...), but I have written many stories in the past, on other forums. Oh, and I'm a West Brom fan, so I'm happy today
First update later tonight.
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8 July 2009 – Friendly - Bromley 2-3 Bromley Reserves (McBean, Cassius)
Intra-squad match ends in unexpected result
Arron Hewett’s first game in charge of Bromley FC saw his first team squad take on his reserve team – and what a surprise he had. Despite taking an early lead through striker Warren McBean, Bromley’s reserves scored three times to earn a majestic 3-2 victory over their peers. Marcus Cassius’s late reply helped repair some of the damage done to Hewett’s coaching reputation.
10 July 2009 – Bromley announce capture of Michael Hughes and Alex Mitchell
Bromley FC today called a press conference to announce the signing of former Northern Ireland international Michael Hughes, and recently-released Carlisle goalkeeper Alex Mitchell on free transfers.
A small crowd of BFC fans attended the gathering, keen to welcome the experienced Hughes and the promising youngster Mitchell to the club. Manager Arron Hewett was full of praise for Mitchell, claiming that he would be ready to take on the mantle as the club’s number one for years to come. Previous incumbent Gareth Williams will likely not be keen on Hewett’s announcement.
Meanwhile, Hughes was named as Hewett’s Assistant Manager. This has been lauded by local media as a clever move by the new gaffer, as Hughes’s knowledge of the game will more than make up for Hewett’s inexperience. Adding to that his quality on the pitch, and the addition of Hughes could well secure Hewett a longer-than-expected spell at the club.
12 July 2009 – Bromley unveil loan coup of Chelsea’ Gael Kukuta and capture of Tommy Black
In one of the biggest loan signings in Blue Square South history, Chelsea’s starlet midfielder Gael Kukuta today left the comfort of Stamford Bridge for the great unknown of Bromley FC’s Hayes Lane. The 18 year old was swamped by adoring fans at his unveiling, in a signing that has captured the hearts and minds of all the locals. Manager Arron Hewett had this to say:
“I was reading about Gael’s transfer problems at Chelsea, and thought to myself, ‘he hasn’t played much’. So I thought I’d call Carlo Ancelotti to see if he was available, and to my utter shock he said yes! Gael is a quality player, a massive signing for the club, and we cannot wait to get him fit and playing.”
Black, the former Arsenal and Crystal Palace midfielder, gives Bromley an instant veteran presence alongside Michael Hughes. Hewett’s midfield of Black-Kukuta-Hughes could take some stopping at this level.
13 July 2009 - Friendly – Bromley 2-3 vs GH Academy (McBean, Black)
14 July 2009 – Alexis Nikolas becomes latest coup for Bromley
Manager Arron Hewett today announced the signing of a fourth midfielder in the space of a week, with the free transfer signing of former Chelsea prospect Alexis Nikolas. The Cypriot, a defensive midfielder, is yet another sign that Hewett has big plans for the club; one cannot help but wonder if Assistant Manager Michael Hughes has been assisting Hewett in his scouting.
15 July 2009 – Hewett at it again; signs former Wimbledon RB Darren Holloway
After sizing up his midfield and attack, Bromley FC manager Arron Hewett today turned his attention to defence, landing prime target right-back Darren Holloway. Holloway, a former England Under-21 international, will slot into the team and assume the captain’s armband.
15 July 2009 – Friendly – Bromley 1-6 vs Swindon Town (Corneille)