Don Amott to step down as Mickleover FC chairman at the end of the season

After more than a decade at the helm, Don Amott has announced he will step down as chairman of Mickleover FC at the end of this season.

Turning 77 this year, Don plans to spend more time with his wife Mary and the family.

Amott took over as chairman in October 2015, and in a statement released by the club, his decade of leadership was celebrated for overseeing a remarkable transformation both on and off the pitch, laying “strong foundations to build on over the next 10 years.”

Under his stewardship, Mickleover now boasts a state-of-the-art artificial pitch, regularly used by Mickleover Juniors, other local clubs, charities, and community organisations.

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Tireless dedication

The club installed new floodlights, a hospitality room, a club shop, and improved facilities at the stadium.

The Derby County Community Trust runs the club’s academy in partnership alongside a ground-sharing arrangement with Derby County Women.

Finally, strong relationships with local sponsors, combined with a series of regular large events, have helped establish Mickleover as a central hub in the local community.

Mickleover FC thanked Don and his family for their tireless dedication.

Supporter

“Don has worked tirelessly to take this club forward, and the whole club, along with our supporters, wish him a long and happy retirement,” the club said.

The club added: “Don wants to thank the many people who have supported him along the way.

“He would also like to thank the superb fans and sponsors for their fantastic support over the last 10 years and wish the club, and all involved with it, every success in the coming years.

“Don will remain a supporter and has committed that the Don Amott Leisure Group of companies will remain the main sponsor of Mickleover FC for the following three seasons to help the new chairman move forward seamlessly.

“Mickleover FC have started a process to find a new chairman or a syndicate of businesses to take over the running of the club with it’s huge potential for the coming years.

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