*** UPDATED 24 JULY - 1st batch of North End players announced***

On Sunday 1 August Brig will be hosting the Bamber Bridge Vets team as they take on a Preston North End Legends XI, in aid of former Brig player George Melling and research in to Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Preston North End have confirmed that their legends line-up will include former club captain Paul Gallagher. Also lining up for the Lilywhites are Ross Wallace, Chris Lucketti and David Eyres. (Further names to be announced).

George was diagnosed with MND in January 2021 at the age of just 36.

A non-league superstar in the North West, he started his football career as a youth team player at Blackpool and Morecambe before going onto an illustrious semi-pro career.

As well as playing for Brig in 2007 under Phil Entwitle and Neil Crowe, he also played for Lancaster City, Kendal Town, Coppull United, Ashton United, Leek, Longridge, Clitheroe, Nelson, Northwich Victoria and Altrincham.

Date: Sunday 1 August 2021

Kick off: 1pm

Admission: By donation on the gate (suggested £5 per adults, children free)

As well as the match there will be host of other fundraising events including an auction and raffle with some great prizes up for grabs, including a signed North End shirt and Bamber Bridge FC 21/22 season ticket!

Further details will be published soon.

VIP Matchday Tickets now available.
£35 Per Person
Package includes:
Ticket Includes:
- Access the VIP Lounge and private bar
- Watch the game from the private balcony
- Complimentary 'free' bar*
- Half time refreshments (Hotpot, mushy peas & red cabbage)
- Nomination of ‘Man of the Match’
* complimentary bar is 30 mins before KO to 30 mins after full time. Includes beer, wine and soft drinks (spirits extra)
Book VIP tickets online: https://www.pitchero.com/clubs/bamberbridge/payments/bamber-bridge-vets-v-pne-legends-vip-package-sun-1-aug-2021-65685.html

After the match there is also free live music as the Brig Sunday Sessions continue with fantastic duo 'April Moon' who are making a welcome return to the club.

We hope you can join us for what will be fantastic event raising much needed funds for George and research in to MND.