Thank you Steve Woods...

After yesterdays 4-1 victory against Barrow at Plainmoor, it was announced that the long-serving defender Steve Woods would be leaving Torquay United. It was explained that his contract finishes at the end of this season and that it would not be renewed. In order to allow Steve as much time as possible to find himself a new club for next season, Steve has been informed of this decision.

Steve Woods joined the Gulls in 2001 and has been a Gulls legend ever since. Throughout difficult times with the club (including relegation from the Football League), Steve has remained a commited player in the centre of the defence. As club captain he lead by example and could rally the team to dig hard for extra effort.

The members of the Gloucester Gulls would like to thank Steve Woods for his time at Plainmoor and hopes that he can find a new club as soon as possible.

Good luck Steve Woods...

Anti-social behaviour in Plainmoor to be stamped out

The following is a message from the Board of Directors to all supporters of Torquay United Football Club that was issued on Friday 6 March 2009.

"As a football club we are determined to make Torquay United a family orientated venue and to this end we wish to stress to all supporters that the use of threatening behaviour and foul or abusive language is strictly forbidden, it could result in arrest and/or ejection from the Ground. The club may also impose a ban.

Emotions can and do run high during football matches but there are limits that supporters must apply to themselves. We want to encourage a family atmosphere at Plainmoor and that obviously means that women and children will be present in all parts of the ground and we cannot allow behaviour that could have a detrimental affect on the club and its supporters.

After discussions following the match against Forest Green Rovers with our Safety Officer he will be issuing the matchday stewards with the following instruction:

Anyone inside Plainmoor using foul or abusive language and/or threatening behaviour will be given one warning, if they continue with their disruptive behaviour they will be escorted from the ground.

We would appreciate the help and understanding of all supporters of Torquay United in this matter to make our club a welcoming and safe place for everyone."

Torquay United Fans Survey 2009

Torquay United have launched a survey of their fans to collate information on the distance supporters travel and on the matchday experience at Plainmoor. The survey consists of 9 simple questions and can be completed at www.tufcsurvey.co.uk or by filling in the one of the survey cards (pictured right) available at the Club Shop and Gulls Nest Bar.

To encourage supporters to participate in the survey, completed forms will be entered into a free draw to win a pair of 2009/10 season tickets. These tickets will be presented to the winner at the last game of the season by Paul Buckle, or by a player of your choice.

Season's Greetings

The members of the Gloucester Gulls wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, prosperous and promotion-winning New Year.

Your chance to own Kevin Hill's football boots

When Kevin Hill appeared as a substitute during the FA Trophy Final at Wembley on 10 May 2008 he set the record (474) for most appearances for Torquay United. Kevin Hill was a particular loyal player and although he has now left the club he has offered for auction the football boots he wore at Wembley.

This kind gesture is to raise funds for the Torquay United Supporters Trust. The boots come with a letter of authenticity written and signed by Kevin himself and he has has also signed the football boots.

The auction will run until next Wednesday, 17 December 2008, and you can bid on the unofficial fans forum (http://torquayunited.talkboards.net) or by sending a text message to 07789 902182.

FA Cup: 3rd Round

The Gulls reward for beating Oxford United 2-0, is a home tie against Championship side Blackpool on Saturday 3 January 2009

FA Cup: 2nd Round - Torquay United 2 : Oxford United 0

Two goals from Elliot Benyon see the Gulls progress to the 3rd Round of the FA Cup and the potential of a money-making match against one of the "big boys" of football