Pitmen issue statement after floodlight failure forces postponement
Hednesford Town have apologised to supporters after floodlight failure forced the late postponement of Tuesday’s match with Stockton.
The Northern League Premier clash was called-off around 20 minutes after the scheduled 7.45pm kick-off, after what the Pitmen have described as a “significant fault” with the lighting.
In a statement, the club said they were “deeply sorry” to supporters - in particular those travelling fans who made the 340-mile midweek trip from Teeside.
Refunds will be given to those fans who paid on the night, while those who purchased online in advance will also be offered their money back if they do not wish to attend the rearranged fixture.
A club statement said: “We were so excited to welcome everyone back to Keys Park for what promised to be a great night under the lights. Unfortunately, those very lights had other ideas.
“Despite all systems being fully operational earlier in the day, a significant floodlight fault occurred shortly before kick-off.
“Our operations and ground teams, alongside external electricians, worked urgently to resolve the issue, but with lighting affected in some stands and safety always our top priority, the referee had no option but to postpone the fixture.
“Postponing a game is never an easy decision. Everyone at Hednesford Town shares the frustration and disappointment felt by supporters, players, and volunteers – and we’d especially like to thank the travelling Stockton Town fans who made the journey to Keys Park.”
The club is now working with Stockton and the league to confirm a new date for the match.
