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BBC News
16 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Millwall boss Neil signs new contract
Millwall head coach Alex Neil has signed a new contract that will keep him at The Den for the "foreseeable future".The 53-year-old replaced Neil Harris in the dugout in December and steered the Lions to an eighth-place finish, just two points outside the play-offs."I'm delighted and incredibly proud to sign this new contract," Neil told the club's website."Since my first day, the commitment and togetherness I've seen from everyone at the club - players, staff, and fans - has been really special. That unity has helped us build strong foundations for the seasons ahead, and to be a part of that journey is incredibly exciting."I've said it many times - this club is special. It's only when you truly experience the work going on behind the scenes, speak with the fans, and work alongside the players and staff day in and day out, that you realise just how unique it really is."Neil won promotion to the Premier League with Norwich City in 2014-15 and led Sunderland to victory over Wycombe Wanderers in the League One play-off final in first match in charge at The Den was a 1-0 defeat to Oxford United, with his first victory coming 12 days later against Dagenham & Redbridge in the FA Cup.A total of 12 wins from 21 Championship matches in charge pushed the Lions up into contention for a spot in the play-offs, but they just missed out with a final day defeat at Burnley.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Several dog attacks reported already this year; County task force to present plan
As we approach summer, people are concerned about the number of dog attacks this year. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Malik Patterson was in Montgomery County looking at what people can do if they come across stray dogs. He will have the latest LIVE on News Center 7 at 5:30. Since January, News Center 7 has reported on more than half a dozen dog attacks. The most recent was on May 24, when seven dogs were on the loose down a bike path, biting people. 'I'd be scared if I saw a bunch of dogs loose,' Neil Harris of Moraine said. Montgomery County created a stray dog task force in March. We will continue to update this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
BBC News
20-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Barrett joins Cambridge as assistant boss
Cambridge United have appointed former Southend United and Bristol Rovers defender Adam Barrett as assistant head 45-year-old previously worked under boss Neil Harris at Millwall and succeeded him temporarily as interim head coach following his 2019 remained part of the coaching staff at the Championship club before leaving in December 2024."He is somebody I have known as a work colleague, assistant head coach and a competitor on the football pitch over many seasons," said Harris."I believe we have brought in the highest calibre candidate and personality to support me and the current staff. "He is a man with huge integrity, vast coaching experience and a real drive to develop players and win football matches."Cambridge are beginning a revamp of their squad following relegation to League Two and Barrett will work alongside Harris and director of football Mark Bonner as part of that process when he takes up his new role on 23 June."It's a club that wants to push on and move forward and that is reflected in the conversations I have had with Neil and Mark," he said."I want to be part of the journey. I think I can come in and really help and it's an exciting new challenge for myself."Meanwhile, there have also been changes in the boardroom at the Cledara Abbey Stadium, with Christoph Loch and Jenny Horsfield stepping down as had been a member of the board since 2016 and Horsfield since 2020."On behalf of all the board and our owners I would like to place on record our huge appreciation for Christoph and Jenny's very significant contribution," said chairman Shaun Grady."We will collectively reflect on how we can continue to develop and strengthen across the club at the board level and elsewhere."
BBC News
19-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Surrey: free football sessions make mental health a priority
Free football sessions for adults in Guildford are aiming to tackle mental health and wellbeing challenges on the in Mind, a mental health sports charity, started the sessions in 2021 and received £73,394 in funding from the Mental Health Investment Fund (MHIF) at the beginning of chi and pickleball are among the other sports offered by the charity, with NHS Surrey Heartlands saying 14 weekly sessions are available across the county."We have seen individuals come into a session very quiet and reserved and by the end of the session they are laughing and socialising with new friends," said Amy Wright, a senior development officer for Sport in Mind. In addition to football, tai chi and pickleball, Sport in Mind also hosts yoga, badminton, table tennis and horse riding sessions across the charity says the two-year MHIF funding has helped them expand to Surrey Heath, Woking, Runnymede, Reigate and Harris started charity in 2010 after trying to help a childhood friend recover from a mental health struggle with a physical activity programme."Many of us experience stress and mental health problems each year," Mr Harris said."But no matter who you are finding a sport or physical activity that you enjoy really can have a hugely positive impact on your mental health." 'Profound impact' Sport in Mind said sessions are led by a qualified instructor and are open to all abilities for anyone over 17 years Wright from the charity said the sessions are delivered every week."The impact a session can have on someone is profound," she Wagstaff, the executive director of strategic commission at Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board said sports like football take a "different, non-clinical" approach to supporting mental health."Getting people out socialising, exercising and growing in confidence - you can really see the positive impact it is having on their mental wellbeing," Mr Wagstaff in Mind said it engaged with 3,483 adults through sports from 2024 into addition to their adult sessions, the charity said it would "like to introduce mum and baby, youth and educational programmes into Surrey soon."
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Millwall release eight stars including club legends Murray Wallace and Sam Hutchinson after narrowly missing playoffs
MILLWALL have released eight players after narrowly missing out on the Championship playoffs. The Londoners finished eighth in the table, just two points off sixth-place Bristol City. 4 4 Club legend Neil Harris saw his second spell come to an end 11 days before Christmas. Alex Neil took the reins with Millwall in 11th place. And he has gone on to win 13 of his 26 games at the helm. But the Scot is now looking to shake up his squad in the summer market. It means no less than eight players have been shown the door following the end of the season. And among those departing are two icons who have become synonymous with The Den. Captain Shaun Hutchinson, 34, is the biggest name to depart on a free transfer. He joined Millwall from Fulham in 2016 and went on to make 256 appearances. Joining Hutchinson out of the club is fellow defender Murray Wallace, who is also out of contract. The 32-year-old moved to south London from Scunthorpe in 2018 and clocked up 207 games in the process. Millwall fan is beaten up by gang of Crystal Palace supporters after confronting rivals in Selhurt Park stands 4 4 Two more stars are leaving Millwall when their deals expire at the end of the month. Forward Duncan Watmore, 31, joined Millwall 18 months ago from Middlesbrough and scored 12 goals in 59 outings. Meanwhile, 25-year-old striker Aaron Connolly also departs just five months after a move from Sunderland which saw him net once in 14 games. And four loan stars will also return to their parent clubs, with 22-year-old forward Josh Coburn heading back to Middlesbrough after four goals in 12 outings. Midfielder Ryan Wintle, 27, is returning to Cardiff City after 16 games. Defender Zak Sturge, 20, will rejoin Chelsea following five appearances. And full-back Calum Scanlon has gone back to Liverpool after four matches.
