Statement regarding Club discipline

Statement regarding Club discipline

The Board of Directors has the responsibility of ensuring that all Club officials, management and co...

The Board of Directors has the responsibility of ensuring that all Club officials, management and coaching staff, players and supporters behave in such a manner at all times that does not bring the Club into disrepute. Darlington Football Club wholeheartedly supports the FA’s Respect campaign and will adhere to its principles and boundaries in all aspects of the game.

With particular reference to Alan White, those boundaries were severely crossed during the incident on the pitch at the end of last Saturday’s game. As expected, and during a meeting with manager Martin Gray, Alan has apologised and regrets his actions and he will face the subsequent FA sanctions imposed upon him. In addition the Club will impose a fine.

Martin Gray's comments yesterday were as a result of a discussion with the Board of Directors and carry the full support of the Club. The Club has always and will always continue to have a considered and consistent approach to such matters based on factual information whilst upholding its standards of professional expectations at all times.