Civic Reception Held in Honour of Doncaster Rovers
Players, management and staff of Doncaster Rovers FC were honoured at a Civic Reception at the Corn Exchange on Thursday to mark their title-winning season and promotion to the EFL League One.
The team secured the League Two title back in May — with a superb 2-1 victory at promotion-chasing Notts County — and, with it, promotion to League One.
Ros Jones, Mayor of Doncaster, and Civic Mayor, Councillor Tim Needham, joined guests at the special event.
Civic Mayor, Cllr Tim Needham, said: “Congratulations Doncaster Rovers on a truly fantastic season. Football provides a shared experience. It unites communities, fosters local identity, and builds pride.
“Doncaster Rovers’ success last season has done all of that and more. It has lifted spirits across the city, brought people together and created a feel-good factor that goes far beyond the boundaries of the Eco-Power Stadium.
“With the new season fast approaching, I would encourage everyone to get behind Doncaster Rovers and show their support for the club in League One!”
Ros Jones, Mayor of Doncaster, added: “It has been a great honour to welcome Doncaster Rovers and guests to the Corn Exchange to celebrate their title-winning season. The event was a fantastic opportunity to recognise the team’s outstanding achievement and present the players with their well-deserved winners’ medals.”
“I would like to express my immense pride over their phenomenal achievements, which are felt across the city, and I’m very much looking forward to seeing what next season will bring!”
Meanwhile, from a club perspective, Chief Executive of Doncaster Rovers FC, Gavin Baldwin, said: "It is a proud moment for all at the club to see our title win honoured by the mayor and City of Doncaster Council and we thank all involved.
"With just a few days to go before we begin the season back in League One, the civic reception in the fine surroundings of the Corn Exchange was a brilliant way to set up Grant McCann, his staff and players for the challenge ahead. It is the perfect boost to be reminded of the excitement the club's achievements have generated across the city.
"The positivity of promotion and a league title has been carried across the summer, along with superb preparations for the new season and we are all really excited by what is to come. We hope to see plenty of people coming out to support the team, starting next weekend against Exeter City."
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