Shrewsbury Town fans invited to mark Roland Wycherley’s 30 years at club

Shrewsbury Town supporters are being invited to join a minute’s applause in recognition of former owner Roland Wycherley’s service to the club.

The Shrewsbury Town Official Supporters’ Club is calling on fans to take part during Saturday’s clash with Oldham Athletic - the first match of the club’s new era under American ownership.

Wycherley’s more than 30 years as owner and chairman came to an end this week when Miami businessman Scott Davidson’s company, Biscayne ST LLC, acquired 87.4 per cent of the club’s shares from the 85-year-old.

Town are hoping to pack out the Meadow as a new chapter begins, with new owner Davidson, sporting director Brad Friedel and director Will Dotson all set to attend. They are also expected to meet supporters before kick-off.

In his farewell message to supporters, Wycherley wished the new ownership group well. Now, the supporters’ club is urging fans to show their appreciation for his three decades at the helm.

A post read: The Shrewsbury Town FC Official Supporters’ Club would like to invite all fans to join as one for a minute’s applause in the 30th minute in recognition of Roland’s 30 years of dedication and service to our club.

“Let’s come together and show him our appreciation for everything he has done for the club.”

Wycherley became the oldest and longest-serving owner in the English Football League and had been seeking a buyer for several years.

He bought the club in the summer of 1996, when it was carrying debts of around £750,000.

One of the defining moments of his tenure came in 2007, when Town left their historic Gay Meadow home and moved to the modern Croud Meadow.

There were several promotions during his reign, but also a relegation into non-league football. More recently, Town dropped out of League One before battling to preserve their Football League status last season.