Anstey Nomads F.C.
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| Full name | Anstey Nomads Football Club | ||
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| Nickname(s) | The Nomads | ||
| Founded | 1947 | ||
| Ground | Davidsons Homes Park, Cropston Road, Anstey | ||
| Capacity | 1,000 | ||
| Chairman | Tony Ford | ||
| Manager | Rob Harris | ||
| League | East Midlands Counties League | ||
| 2014–15 | East Midlands Counties League, 14th | ||
| Website | Club home page | ||
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Anstey Nomads Football Club is an English football club based in Anstey, Leicestershire. The team compete in the East Midlands Counties Football League at level 10 of the football league system in England.
The club play their home fixtures at Davidsons Homes Park located at Cropston Road, Anstey. Nomads sport their home kit of red and white vertical stripes.
History
Anstey Nomads were formed in 1947 and were champions of the Leicestershire Senior League in the seasons 1951–52 and 1953–54. The following season the Club recorded its highest ever attendance of 4,500 against the Athenian League side Hayes in the 2nd round of the FA Amateur Cup. But just one year later the club decided to join the Central Alliance. In 1966–67 the East Midlands Regional League was formed, mainly from clubs in the Central Alliance, and of the six seasons the Nomads spent in this League, they gained a top four place in three of them.
Returning to the Leicestershire Senior League in 1973–74, Nomads became Division Two champions at their first attempt and were promoted back to the top flight. After being runners-up in 1978–79, 1979–80 and 1980–81 they became champions in 1981–82 and 1982–83. In 1990–91 just one goal put the Nomads behind the leaders.[1]
In 1994–95 the Nomads created history by winning both the Leicestershire FA Senior Cup and the Junior Cup in the same season.
In 2008–2009 season the Nomads had one of their most successful seasons by winning the Leicestershire Senior League, The Battle of Britain Cup, The Rollestone Charity Cup and The Beacon Bitter League Cup.
The Reserve team also won their League in the Leicestershire Combination and were promoted to Division 1.
The Nomads' first season (2009–10) in the East Midlands Counties League saw them finish last but the team avoided relegation. Andy Miller took on the manager role and brought new players with him and in his first season finished in 12th position.
In 2011–12 the Nomads competed in the FA Cup for the first time in their history. The Reserves avoided relegation and will play in Division 1 of the Combination.
2012/13
The Nomads 1st team remain in the EMCL
The Reserves were relegated and are currently battling at the top of the Combination League 2
2013/14
The 13/14 season was a time of transition for the Nomads, with some struggle, we managed to remain in the EMCL. Nomads also had their first Under 18's Floodlit team, they had an impressive season with several players stepping up to our senior sides.
2014/15
Nomads will continue to play in the EMCL with Rob Harris taking the helm this season, Reserves will play in the Senior League division 1! Nomads' continue our Youth development with the Under18's floodlit side, and also will have a new Under 16's side also.
Stadium
Anstey Nomads have played their home games at Cropston Road since their formation in 1947. The ground has a capacity of 1000 people. Facilities at the ground include a clubhouse with licensed bar, changing rooms, tea bar, car parking and sheltered seating and standing for spectators.
Coaching staff
| Position | Staff |
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| Manager | Rob Harris |
| Assistant Manager | Jimmy Withers |
| Reserve Manager | Wayne Beck |
| Under 18's Manager | Wayne McAtee |
| Under 18's Assistant Manager | Wayne Beck |
Honours
- Leicestershire Senior League
- Champions: 1951–52, 1953–54, 1981–82, 1982–83, 2008–09
- Division 2
- Champions: 1973–74
- Leicestershire FA Senior Cup
- Winners: 1994–95
- Leicestershire FA Junior Cup
- Winners: 1994–95
- The Battle of Britain Cup
- Winners: 2008–09, 2011–12
- Rollestone Charity Cup
- Winners: 2008–09
- The Beacon Bitter League Cup
- Winners: 2008–09