January 2004

Reg Smith – a tribute by Neil Jensen
The following tribute to Reg Smith by Neil Jensen was published in the matchday programme for the home tie against Grays Athletic on Saturday 24th January 2004 The word great is an overused superlative...more
27 January 2004
Essex trio to come for Canaries
Hitchin are in the midst of what may be the most daunting four-game period of their season and all are against Essex teams. Aside from today’s clash with in-form Grays, the Canaries travel to Canvey,...more
25 January 2004
Cup defeat proved costly for Canaries
Canaries officials admitted that a pre-season gamble involving the FA Cup has proved to be a costly mistake, resulting in the departure of former manager Robbie O'Keefe and virtually an entire squad of...more
14 January 2004
"We won't get into debt," says Melvin
Hitchin managing director Andy Melvin told Canaries' fans this week that the club will continue to be run along prudent lines to ensure its long-term survival. At a meeting of around 80 people, Melvin...more
14 January 2004
Cash cuts led to departures, says Dixon
Hitchin manager Kerry Dixon has spoken out about the mass exodus of players in the wake of Robbie O'Keefe's departure. Dixon says that almost all the departures can be attributed to a drastic budget...more
9 January 2004
Decks almost clear as Canaries look to rebuild
Hitchin Town’s recent player exodus may be bottoming out, according to the club’s management. Canaries fans have been distraught about the recent walk-out by senior players, which gathered momentum...more
1 January 2004