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Wrexham’s co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney will be travelling to Wembley to support their National League rivals Notts County in the play-off final, according to the club’s captain.
Last month, the two teams played a crucial match where Wrexham, funded by Hollywood, won 3-2. Former Premier League goalkeeper Ben Foster saved a penalty in injury time. Wrexham has since secured promotion and won the league title.
While Wrexham players have been celebrating their victory in Las Vegas, County is preparing to face Chesterfield in the final. They hope to return to the football league after being relegated in the 2018/2019 season.
Reynolds and McElhenney have praised Notts County, who finished the season with what would have been a record 107 points. Wrexham was four points ahead with 111.
Wrexham’s captain Ben Tozer revealed on TalkSport that the co-owners will fly back to the UK from the United States to support Notts County.
He said: "I know a few of lads who play for both teams, actually. I might be going to the game on Saturday. Fortunately or unfortunately we missed having to play those games (National League semi-finals) they sounded pretty epic.
"Rob who was out there with us, he took the time to stay up to watch the games. In fact, I believe him and Ryan are flying over to watch the game on Saturday. That’s something they want to honour. We are genuinely all rooting for Notts County because of the way they pushed us this season, and we think they’re the ones who deserve it."
Reynolds and McElhenney have expressed their support for Notts County quite openly. After winning promotion, Reynolds stated: "We are rooting for Notts County. We want to see them go up to League Two and face them next year. They're incredible.
"I have such enormous respect for everything they've built and everything that they've done, and it's just insane for me that only one goes up automatically.
"It's something Rob and I feel quite strongly about."
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Aden Baldwin couldn’t have chosen a better time to score his first goals for Notts County. His brace ensured their play-off match against Boreham Wood went into extra-time, before the Magpies won in a dramatic fashion.
Notts County secured their spot in the Wembley final this Saturday (3.30pm kick-off) after coming back from a two-goal deficit to beat Luke Garrard’s team on a memorable afternoon at Meadow Lane.
Despite being behind due to goals from Femi Ilesanmi and Lee Ndlovu, Notts only needed two minutes after the break to get back into the game when Baldwin struck the ball into the bottom corner from distance.
But when it seemed all was lost, substitute Jodi Jones delivered a dangerous ball from the right that central defender Baldwin headed home to double his tally for both the afternoon and the season.
When questioned about his opinion on the match, Aden Baldwin stated: "I don't even know how to explain it,
"It is one of the best feelings I have ever felt - for Jodi to cut in and hit it as hard as he did, I just needed to connect with it, which I did, and I had that realisation that we could only go on to win the game from there. It sent shivers down my spine. It was just a surreal feeling."
Luke Williams’ side emerged victorious and booked their place in this Saturday’s final against Chesterfield. Jones’ effort found the back of the net with assistance from a touch by Joe McDonnell’s fingertip, sparking wild celebrations at Meadow Lane with supporters flooding onto the pitch.
"It just shows the togetherness between us, the staff and everyone involved with the club, along with the fans. It was a great feeling and we're off to Wembley now."
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The Faces of PON is a fan gallery taken at Notts County games by the Pride of Nottingham Gaffer, Chris Buckley. The gallery can be found on the Pride of Nottingham Facebook page and website, inside the gallery section.
The latest addition to the gallery includes match day photos taken from the Notts County playoff win over Boreham Wood. This win sees Notts County reach the Playoff Final and gives them a chance to return to the Football League.
"I always enjoy taking pictures of the fans, the response from the York City game was incredible, and I have missed taking the photos which everyone has always been kind about," said Chris Buckley.
"It was nice to take photos at such a game, as with all the lows in supporting Notts County this was most certainly a high for the club. The fans were incredible, from the build-up to the final whistle. Through my lens I see a lot of emotion and passion, it's always there and the Notts County community means the world to me."
One highlight of the game was when the third goal went in. Chris looked around and quickly snapped a father and young fan who were in the middle of reacting to the goal. The reaction by the young fan is considered to be one of his favourite photos.
Since returning to taking the fan gallery in the last home game of the season, Chris decided he would take pictures at the Semi Final against Boreham Wood. Fans will be able to relive the match, seeing how fans responded throughout the game and hopefully enjoying seeing the photographs.
Looking ahead to future events, Chris said: "I will be trying to snap pictures of Wembley using my smartphone. It's not ideal but the risk of stewards taking my camera at Wembley is just too high. The quality should still be of a high standard, but I will mostly hope to capture photos of groups of fans and families if they wish to appear on the big day. As for next season, the plan is to return for every home game."
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Jodi Jones, the match-winner for Notts County, has declared that his 120th-minute winner against Boreham Wood was one of the greatest moments of his professional career.
The Magpies overcame a two-goal deficit to secure their spot in the National League play-off final in one of the most thrilling matches the fifth division has ever witnessed.
Substituted in for Adam Chicksen, the 25-year-old blasted the ball past Joe McDonnell in the final moments of the game at Meadow Lane - his first goal since joining on loan from Oxford United in January.
Jodi Jones elaborated on the significance of scoring the goal that propelled Notts to Wembley, he said: "I would say it was up there with one of the best moments in my career.
"I have had, not to take it back to these moments, but I have had some tough times when I have been at previous teams when I have got to the play-offs, I have always had to miss it, and it has always been a sad time for me and my family, but that just tops of everything - it is an amazing feeling."
However, the Magpies didn't have an easy time, as they were trailing 2-0 at half-time due to goals from Femi Ilesanmi and Lee Ndlovu.
Jones described the half-time message he gave to his teammates before being brought into the game - emphasising his eagerness to come on and make a difference under such challenging conditions.
"When we were 2-0 down, it was a gutting feeling, but I said to the boys myself that we could have been three-nil up in the first 15 minutes, so why can't we score three goals in the second half?
"After that I was itching to get on because after that I knew I could get at their full-backs and new I could get the better of both of them and I knew what I could do when I got on the pitch.
"I was excited to get on and to get an assist and a goal and I can't really ask for more than that."
The final whistle was met with joyous celebrations from the home fans, who took to the Meadow Lane pitch to congratulate this exceptional team of players.
"It was crazy to be fair, I didn't expect it, but the fans were quality, and they have backed us all the way, and they did not stop singing.
"These are the things might not understand how much the fans have pushed us, so without the fans we would have never been able to win the game today, and we would never have been to be where we are in the season."
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Notts County made an incredible comeback from two goals down to win 3-2 against Boreham Wood in the National League play-off. In the 38th minute, George Broadbent stunned the crowd with a goal, giving the visitors an unexpected lead.
Just before half-time, Lee Ndlovu capitalised on some careless play by the home team and scored another goal, extending their advantage to a comfortable margin.
Notts County scored a goal immediately after half-time when Aden Baldwin found himself in an open space 25 yards away from the goal. He let fly and fired past Joe McDonnell to make it 2-1. The Magpies had a chance to equalise from the spot after Ruben Rodrigues was brought down inside the area.
He stepped up but saw his penalty kick palmed away by McDonnell as Boreham Wood hung onto their lead. After a persistent effort, the team's hard work finally paid off in the last few minutes of stoppage time.
Jones delivered an impressive cross that Baldwin artfully buried in the back of the net, sealing his second goal of the game and propelling the match into a thrilling extra-time.
With penalties looming, Jones took a chance and sent a rocket from long-range towards the goal. Although McDonnell had possession of it, he was unable to prevent County from winning, resulting in a triumphant comeback that secured their place at Wembley.
Notts County will now play in the promotion final at Wembley. This was an incredible comeback for Notts County and a testament to their determination and resilience. The fans were ecstatic and the atmosphere at the stadium was electric. This win brings Notts County one step closer to returning to the English Football League after a four-year absence.
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Notts County manager Luke Williams has discussed how the goal his team conceded against York City last weekend could benefit his players in their upcoming play-off semi-final against Boreham Wood on Sunday afternoon.
In the final league game of their impressive National League campaign, the Magpies had to settle for a draw when Shaq Forde scored an equaliser in the 89th minute, securing The Minstermen’s place in the fifth division for next season.
Macaulay Langstaff had put the hosts ahead with his 42nd goal of an outstanding first season for Notts, breaking a record in the process.
In spite of a strong first-half showing, Williams’ side was unable to extend their lead due to an outstanding performance by York’s goalkeeper Ryan Whitley. He made several key saves, including two late attempts from Adam Chicksen and Cedwyn Scott.
Even though Notts had 19 more shots, 75% possession with 841 passes and an xG of 2.75, it was a disappointing set of match statistics in another game where they dominated.
Having conceded only 42 goals this season, second only to Luke Garrard’s team, the Notts head coach thinks that Forde’s goal is a timely warning of what can happen in a single knockout match.
"Yeah, I agree with that for sure, and I think that when you dominate a game so much and you naturally the players feel like they huffed and puffed to try and get that second goal, it didn't happen, the game is nearly finished, so we can relax.
"They're human beings but, we have to try and push them to be better, and even the top, top professional will be there for every moment, so that was a good opportunity for me to say to the players that in a game where the numbers were so lopsided in terms of the chances we created to the opportunities we gave up.
"But football is beautiful because it is - otherwise you might as well leave after the first goal if football is as simple as that.
"It's brilliant, but we are still always trying to do better."
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Notts County came close to securing automatic promotion to Wrexham, even though they amassed over 100 points. According to Manager Luke Williams, Notts County’s exceptional season does not necessarily make them the top pick for promotion in the National League play-offs.
Notts will compete against Boreham Wood in the semi-final on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the Wembley final six days later.
Notts ended the season 35 points ahead of Boreham Wood in the standings and set a new record of 107 points for a team that finished second in the league.
Luke Williams spoke to BBC Radio Nottingham, he said: "I don't know who makes us favourites?
"It's a different competition, so I'm not sure how we are equated as favourites - that one is strange.
"If you just say the teams that are higher in the league are more favoured to win then I suppose that is a simple way to make that assessment."
In any previous season, Notts’ points tally would have secured their automatic promotion back to the English Football League. However, Wrexham’s division-record 111 points earned them the title and promotion.
The difference between Notts in second place and Boreham Wood in sixth was greater than the gap between Sunday’s rivals and the relegation zone.
Despite this, Williams asserts that the events of the previous 46 games - including the club-record 32 league wins and 117 league goals - will have little impact now that the competition has become a knockout format.
"The mentality around this tournament now and the one that just finished are very different," Williams added.
"We have to be ready to win the game in front of us and not look at what we have done in the past."
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Macaulay Langstaff has had a record-breaking season with Notts County and there’s no telling where his career will go from here. He’s hoping to cap off his first season with the Magpies by achieving promotion.
Despite initial doubts about his ability to adapt to a new league and environment, Langstaff has proven himself by scoring 42 goals in 45 games. He’s set new records for the most goals in a league season for Notts and in the National League and is the first player to win three Player of the Month awards in a single campaign.
Langstaff’s achievements have been recognised by his peers and fans alike. He’s won both the Players’ and Fans’ Player of the Season awards, presented by Magpies' legend Les Bradd. Langstaff even shared a brief conversation and warm embrace with Bradd before taking to the Meadow Lane pitch and scoring another record-breaking goal.
In an interview with the Nottingham Post, Macaulay Langstaff spoke about the relationship he has with Bradd and how Bradd has played a pivotal role in helping him uncover and further develop his goal-scoring touch. 
He said: "It's been unbelievable. He always has a laugh and a joke with me every time I see him and about the goals he scored, and he always says don't try and beat my record for one season!
"He's been so good for me, he has given me tips ever since I first came to the club - he met me on one of my first days here, and he was telling me about the club and the history of it and things like that.
"I see him more or less every single game when we come in on a Saturday or a midweek game, he is always stood there shaking the lads' hands.
"When you see a figure like that when you walk into the club, it gives you that motivation to go on the pitch because he always has nice, calm words and for him to deliver me those awards on the pitch, it was an unbelievable feeling for me."
Langstaff arrived at Notts County from Gateshead along with teammate Cedwyn Scott after the pair scored a combined total of 54 goals in all competitions for Mike Williamson’s side. Langstaff quickly made his mark by scoring two goals in a 3-0 win over Maidenhead on opening day at Meadow Lane.
Notts County is now just two games away from returning to the Football League after a four-year absence and the possibility of back-to-back promotions has become a reality. Langstaff is using his title-winning experience to help his team’s push for promotion and has noted how the dressing room at Meadow Lane differs from the one he experienced last season.
"I have noticed a few differences, but more similarities.
"Obviously last year was a very successful one for myself and Cedwyn also came with me from Gateshead after winning promotion, so we tried to add that little experience in the dressing room, but we have got that experience all over the pitch - we have winners in there.
"I think I have tried to add that coming from Gateshead as well - there are a few differences, obviously this team is full of leaders, full of winners, and some lads that have played at the top level and Gateshead wasn't necessarily like that.
"But in terms of similarities, there are many."
Langstaff is close to playing on the Wembley turf and could return two more times after the National League season ends. The 26-year-old, born in Stockton-on-Tees, is a lifelong Middlesborough fan. Michael Carrick’s team has secured a place in the Championship playoffs after an impressive turnaround at the Riverside Stadium since Carrick took over as manager.
Langstaff’s grin grew wider as he spoke about his childhood club, and said: "Yeah definitely,
"They have got into the play-offs, and they could potentially be at Wembley two weeks after we potentially get there, and I have always said I would love to add another trip to Wembley, so hopefully they both lead to victories because that would be unbelievable and probably my dream season."
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After a multi-record-breaking (record-shattering?!) season which will hopefully end with a promotion, what would I want our squad to look like next season?
With so many great performances and stability running through the club, it's no surprise that I'd want to keep the core of the current squad, but there may be one or two of my suggestions which divide opinion.
The easy ones – Macaulay Langstaff, Cedwyn Scott and Sam Austin. Three summer signings who made the move up after being named in the National League North team of the season have shown exactly why they were so highly rated. Plenty has been written about Langstaff and with a record of a goal every 89 minutes (and no penalties), he is greatly in demand.
Scott is actually 3rd in the National League charts on minutes per goal (and second if we remove penalties) despite not really having a good run in the starting 11. With only one more year on his contract, there could easily be teams looking at him this summer.
Austin is another one who hasn’t had a regular starting place but has an energy that lifts the team and is number one in the League for goal involvements per match.
Sam Slocombe has adapted to Luke Williams’ style with more comfort than many of us would have expected and has been a calming presence at the back – and what an assist at Chesterfield!
Adam Chicksen has had the season of his life by hitting double figures in goals while excelling at his defensive role as well. What an engine this man has! He never stops running and has great positional sense.
Toby Adebayo-Rowling had a difficult start, with the new coach telling him he was short of what was required. He knuckled down and worked hard, earning a place in the side and looking capable of moving up a level or two before injury cut his season short.
Aaron Nemane needed a fit and firing Toby, in my opinion. Unless you are freakishly fit (like Chicksen), you need a rest to keep up that level of performance, and Williams has improved Nemane’s game immeasurably this season. Yes, defensively he is weak, but he never stops battling and has been a revelation going forward. I just wish Chicksen and Nemane’s crossing was better, but I guess if it was, they wouldn’t be in the National League!
Connell Rawlinson has turned from a ‘head it kicks it’ type of defender to one who is comfortable bringing the ball out of defence and running with it – who would have thought?!
Matt Palmer and John Bostock struggled to play together initially, and it seemed as if we’d struggle to fit two excellent players into the same line-up. Palmer has undeniable quality. Current player of the year, he has got even better and could comfortably play 2 divisions higher. One of my favourite things about him is that he always plays with his head up and is constantly looking around. I genuinely think you could stop a game at any point, and he could tell you where the rest of the players are.
Bostock didn't become a fan's favourite immediately, although I must admit I liked him from the start even though you could see he needed a bit of time to get up to speed having not played for almost half a season before joining us. His quality is now shining through and he is controlling games. An early tip – I think he will be the player of the season 2023-24.
Frank Vincent has come back from a loan spell with a great attitude and forced his way back into the picture. Another player with great energy, I'd like to see him stay and kick on his career with us. He also seems to have adapted to a wing-back role really well.
Junior Morias will be a star! OK, I'm maybe getting a bit excited after his short cameo off the bench against Woking, but I think he has everything to help soften the blow of losing Langstaff in the summer, as it is almost certain.
You may be wondering why I haven't mentioned Ruben Rodrigues yet. One of my friends earlier this season described his performances as a 'bag of manure' (something like that, anyway...). Well, my friend, if you spread enough manure, you will get beautiful roses and that is what Ruben gives us. Yes, sometimes he makes the wrong decision and tries to run through a defender or shoots when a teammate wants the ball, but what a player.
A slow start on the goalscoring front, but he's added another aspect to his game this season, and he will be a sad loss should he leave. Spread that fertiliser on the Meadow Lane pitch as long as you like, Ruben...

Surprising to some for a defence which has conceded so few goals this season, but I think our defence is a real weak point which has been covered up by having so much possession and so much domination of most games this season.
I really hope the radar is looking at central defenders as I would be far happier if our current ones are no more than squad players next season. Kyle Cameron has great ability and is super going forward, but his unforced errors have been responsible for more than 10% of the goals we’ve conceded this season. Unforced errors. How often does he get himself in trouble then throw himself to the floor to get a free kick? Too many times for me. Aden Baldwin, while having had some excellent games, always seems to have at least one glaring error per game in his locker, where he will pass the ball to an opposing forward.
Geraldo Bajrami never seems to have an average game. He is either excellent or has a shocker. And you can’t afford too many shockers, although he seems to have great character having come back from a spell out of the side to come back in and turn in some excellent performances.
Let’s hope Richard Brindley has recovered from his injury and gets back to his form. His pace will be needed as we are short of that in the middle.
Tiernan Brooks got a chance when Slocombe was injured and did brilliantly. He will surely be challenging for the first choice next season. Although comments recently from Sam and Luke have made me wonder whether he has a few attitude problems? I hope I’m reading too much into that.
Jim O’Brien is like a dog chasing a ball in the park; he never stops. Constantly urging on his teammates, he provides great energy, and I’d love to see him stay at the club in a coaching capacity and be a handy squad member. Although, as a coach at Sheffield United, he may have his future mapped out away from us.
Ed Francis and Kairo Mitchell seem destined for the revolving door with long loan spells away from us. Although, I think Kairo can feel a little unlucky to be behind the top 2 strikers in the division based on minutes per goal from open play. Especially as we often only play one striker. He seems to be delivering for Eastleigh with both goals and assists and I wish him well.
Francis has been a perfect example of the progress we have made this season. A perfectly adequate player, how can he get a game when we have Palmer and Bostock?
The summer, as always, will be interesting and exciting. I fully expect us to make signings I have never heard of and will be singing their praises to anyone who will listen by the end of September!
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It's that time of year once again! The Pride of Nottingham Notts County National League 2022–23 Awards have arrived, and it's time for fans to cast their votes. This year's categories comprise Player of the Season, Goal of the Season, Signing of the Season, Away Game of the Season, and Member of the Year.
The contenders for Player of the Season are Sam Slocombe, Kyle Cameron, Aden Baldwin, Adam Chicksen, Jim O’Brien, Sam Austin, Matt Palmer, John Bostock, Macaulay Langstaff, Jodi Jones, Aaron Nemane, Cedwyn Scott, and Ruben Rodrigues.
The nominees for Goal of the Season are as follows:
- Castro's free-kick goal against York (24/9/22) - Langstaff's finish from the team against Wrexham (04/10/22) - Scott's cheeky left post against Maidstone (21/10/22) - O'Brien's outside-of-the-box goal against Scunthorpe (03/12/22) - Scott's header against Oldham (26/12/22) - Namane's cheeky lob against Aldershot (07/01/23) - Langstaff's brilliant rebound against Yeovil (18/02/23) - Bostock's wonder free-kick against Wrexham (10/04/23) - Namane's failed bicycle kick against Woking (15/04/23) - O'Brien's rebound goal against Maidstone (22/04/23) The contenders for Signing of the Season are Macaulay Langstaff, Aden Baldwin, Cedwyn Scott, Jodi Jones, Sam Austin, and Geraldo Bajrami.
The nominees for Away Game of the Season are York, Wealdstone, Eastleigh, Scunthorpe, Aldershot, Torquay, Chesterfield, Altrincham, Maidstone, and Wrexham.
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Faces of PON 22-23: York City (H) is a gallery of Notts County fans who were in attendance at this past weekend’s 1-1 draw with York City. The gallery is intended for Notts County fans and anyone whose picture may have been taken.
We encourage fans to share the gallery and interact by leaving a comment or a like. It’s been a tremendous season, one for the record books, and it was great to see so many fans just enjoying themselves.
The Pride of Nottingham gaffer, Chris said: “I am aiming to return to taking pictures again for the playoffs.
"Potentially Wembley, fingers crossed. Next season the gallery will return for home games, but away ones will be limited to a selection of pre-match photos.
"It was a delight to be back taking photos, something which hasn’t happened since COVID, and although I tired myself out in the days after, it was well worth doing."
We encourage Notts fans to be on the lookout for Chris. Simply wave, shout or just ask for a picture, and he will happily oblige. Fans can also check the Pride of Nottingham Facebook and Twitter pages, along with the gallery on the site itself.
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Adam Chicksen has recently spoken out about the impact that Notts County boss Luke Williams had on his decision to extend his stay at Meadow Lane. Earlier this week, the Magpies defender signed a new two-year deal with the club, following an exceptional season in which he netted a career-best 11 goals in all competitions.
Chicksen’s performance this season has been nothing short of remarkable, with the defender scoring more goals than he has ever managed in the entirety of his professional career. It’s clear that Williams’ influence has played a significant role in Chicksen’s decision to remain at the club for another two years.
The future looks bright for both Chicksen and Notts County, with the defender’s new contract signalling his commitment to the club and its ambitions. With Williams at the helm and Chicksen on the pitch, fans can look forward to more exciting performances and hopefully even more success in the seasons to come.
"It was massive," explained the 31-year-old on the impact the current Notts boss in committing his future to the club for another two years.
"The style that he brings to the environment, everything that he has brought is so valued to how I live my life and how I act and treat everyone, he has very similar core values to myself.
"It makes you want to play for him, he is a great person not just a great head coach, so it makes you want to work and play harder.
"He has set up space for all of the younger lads to flourish and for me, it gives me so much energy seeing that. Being in my early 30s it has given me so much energy seeing so many lads improving in such a short amount of time, it just shows his passion for the game - he's doing a great job."
Chicksen has been a key component of the Magpies’ success this season, consistently providing a goal threat and delivering tireless performances on the left-hand side. The Zimbabwean is predicted to be among the top contenders for league and club awards at the end of the season.
Before their most recent game against Maidstone, Chicksen had started 43 of 44 games this campaign. However, he was given a rest for the journey to the Gallagher Stadium, with Frank Vincent filling in as wing-back and making his first start for the club in the National League this season.
The 24-year-old has made a strong impression since returning from his loan spell with Aldershot, adapting to a position he is familiar with having made his National League debut for Torquay at left-back. His tireless efforts and energy as a substitute have earned him the admiration of Magpies fans and Chicksen himself.
"He's done brilliantly to come back in and be so willing and open to learning and being moved into a new position and having no arrogance, or no feelings of disappointment about being moved into a different position, but seeing it as an opportunity.
"He has been learning and improving, asking me questions along the way and being open to putting the shirt back on and feeling no disappointment about having to go out on loan and learn so many more techniques about himself, to come back and apply them you can see the progress.
"That is someone willing to learn and someone willing to improve, and the manager has seen that and given him a chance and he has been brilliant in the last few weeks in training, and that's why as a team, me being in a similar position, it's not me coming out of the team and I need to feel anger towards him, to see him work so hard and to go in, we all support each other and that is how we are going to get to that collective position of success."
Last month, Vincent referred to Chicksen as a ‘role model’ and emphasised the influence he had on both himself and the rest of his team-mates.
Chicksen, along with Sam Slocombe, Connell Rawlinson and Jim O’Brien, are viewed as the more seasoned members of this current group of players. The Magpies defender underlined the importance of imparting his own experiences to his team-mates and those in the academy to sustain the success fans have enjoyed this season.
"It's massively important - they are going to look towards us for guidance and if we don't pass on our knowledge, what is the point of me carrying on in this game?
"Because if you can't pass on your knowledge to youngsters and help them to take that further and into the next generation of football, you're doing a real injustice to the next generation.
"If you don't pass on stuff that you have learned, for them to take it further it's not going to keep the football moving in the direction that's beneficial.
"I'm happy to pass on my knowledge and happy to show every day, and they have to open to it, and they are learning, and you are seeing the results from that."
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Luke Williams, the manager of Notts County, made a humorous comment about his press coverage after a video was posted on the club's social media platforms showing him chasing a deer away from the training ground. The players were apparently impressed with their manager's agility and persistence.
The Magpies are gearing up for their last league match of the National League season, which will be against York City at Meadow Lane this weekend. They hope to carry their momentum into the play-offs, following Wrexham's title-winning victory over Boreham Wood last Saturday.
During preparations, a deer found its way onto the training pitch and ran around as the cameras rolled. In the video, the Notts head coach can be seen trying to catch the animal, while his players applauded his efforts. Eventually, the deer left the training ground, leaving Williams out of breath.
"Yeah, I have just about got my breath back - it's actually not my first rodeo with this kind of situation," Williams revealed when asked about the situation.
"My good friend David Coles a goalkeeping coach at Bristol Rovers and a real amazing guy, he is a real animal lover as well, and we actually found a deer caught in the net behind the goal that catches the ball when you do finishing practice.
"On that occasion I had to actually wrestle the deer to the ground because the net was caught around the antlers, and he gave my good friend David a right good kick just below the knee - it put him in hospital I think."
Recognised for his strategic influence on the current group of Notts players, Williams was present to investigate further the brilliance that orchestrated the departure of the deer from the training ground - acknowledged by some of the Magpies team.
"It was actually a milder version when the deer was already free - myself and the staff I am not sure on the video if you can see the staff, we make a brilliant press, I think Ruben (Rodrigues) and Sam Austin are quite impressed with the way we pressed the deer and kept him in one corner and force him off the training pitch.
"I was really happy with the staff, we have everything clipped up in the meeting to show all the angles of the press and the energy was brilliant."
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After an impressive season under the management of Luke Williams, Notts County's Adam Chicksen, a defender, has committed to a new two-year deal at Meadow Lane.
Since joining the Magpies in 2020, the 31-year-old player has developed a devoted following among fans for his tireless displays and has now earned the status of a cult hero. 
In addition, Chicksen has significantly enhanced his skills to become a potent attacking threat, scoring 11 goals in all competitions this season. This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy given that he had only scored seven goals in his entire career before this campaign.
The board of directors and head coach Luke Williams have issued a joint statement which states: "We’re delighted to reward the immense contribution Adam has made to the club.
"As a player, we think he has a very unique skillset – incredible stamina and determination which compliment his qualities at both ends of the pitch.
"As a person, he has embraced the club’s philosophy superbly and become an amazing role model for his team-mates, leading by example day-in, day-out.
"He’s a huge asset in so many ways, and we know our supporters will share our happiness that he has committed his future to us."
Adam Chicksen's decision to extend his stay at Notts County is a huge boost for the club and its fans. The defender's tireless displays and impressive attacking skills have earned him the status of a cult hero, and his commitment to the Magpies for another two years is a testament to the progress the club has made under the management of Luke Williams.
With Chicksen on board, Notts County will be looking to build on their success in the upcoming season and continue to make strides towards their ultimate goal of promotion.
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Notts County has announced the pricing of their season tickets for the 2023/24 season. The Magpies had a memorable 2022-23 campaign as they broke their club records for unbeaten matches, points, wins, and goals. This achievement was rewarded by the commitment of over 4,000 season ticket holders.
Throughout the recent history of the club, Notts County has had a remarkable season where they went head-to-head with Wrexham for the National League title, under the guidance of head coach Luke Williams. Fans were treated to an unforgettable journey and the team's progress is evident as they continue to grow off the field.
With Luke Williams leading the team, the upcoming 2023-24 season promises to be another remarkable journey for Notts County, and fans can look forward to experiencing more unforgettable moments.
The owners of the club, Chris and Alex Reedtz, stated that: "We’re so grateful to our supporters for the amazing backing they’ve shown the club since our arrival in 2019.
"We feel that, over those years, the bond between the club and fans has only grown stronger, culminating in what has been a wonderful 2022-23 season played out in front of our highest average attendance in recent history.
"This will continue into 2023-24 regardless of our division and, as a club, we are committed to rewarding the loyalty of our season ticket holders by moving Notts County forward both on and off the pitch.
"As well as doing our utmost to retain our best players, we look forward to working with Luke and his staff to make further quality additions to the squad.
"We have also made a significant investment in a new PA system and other equipment which will vastly improve the matchday experience for our regular fans, and help us attract new ones, next season.
"Our desire to bring new supporters to the club is reflected in our season ticket pricing for those aged 18-25, which we believe will be one of the best-value offerings in the country for that age band, and we’re also delighted to continue to provide very affordable admission for children.
"Once again, thank you to everyone who has supported the club this season, and we hope you enjoy its conclusion."
Meadow Lane offers season ticket renewal prices starting at £299 for seats in the KOP and Family Stand. For existing season ticket holders, prices in the Derek Pavis Stand at £374. 
Additionally, the club is providing early bird season ticket prices ranging from £324 to £399, which are available until 8th June. 
Please find below a breakdown of both offers:
If you are a 2022/23 season ticket holder, you can renew your ticket at exclusive prices for the upcoming season. Adult seats are available at £374 in the Derek Pavis Stand, and £299 in the KOP and Family Stand. For those aged 65 and above, prices are £224 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £199 in the KOP and Family Stand. The prices for 18-to-21-year-olds are set at £108, for all stands.
Seats for under 18s are priced at £48.50 for all stands, while under 12s can get tickets at just £21.50, across all stands.
The club is also offering early bird season ticket prices for the 2023/24 season. Adult seats are available at £399 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £324 in the KOP and Family Stand. The prices for 65s and over are £249 in the Derek Pavis Stand and £224 in the KOP and Family Stand. For 22 to 25-year-olds, prices are set at £184 for all stands, and under 18s can get tickets at £59.50 for all stands. Again, under 12s can purchase seats for just £21.50, across all stands.
To purchase your ticket, you can use any of the following methods:
Online: Visit the official website and click on the designated link to buy your ticket - found here.
Phone: You can call the ticket office on 0115 955 7210 and buy your ticket over the phone.
In person: You can visit the club in person during opening hours. Click here to view the opening hours.
We hope this information is helpful in buying your ticket.
For further details on purchasing your Notts County 2023/24 season ticket, visit the club's website.

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