Football Conference bosses have expressed sympathy with the broadcaster Setanta that has been forced to enter administration.

It said: "We are deeply saddened by the news.

"Although the financial implications of this action will have an enormous impact on the competition, our clubs, partners and supporters must not forget their contribution to us over the last two years.

"Setanta pioneered many new initiatives during their association, some of which are now copied by other broadcasters.

"We did everything in our power to support Setanta in their time of financial crisis and we wish the very best to all those we have met along the way and who have become friends."


Cup games just the ticket for fans


Day tickets for the ERREA Southwest Challenge Cup go on sale today.

Tickets will be available for online pre-purchase and all of the preliminary games are priced at £5, admitting one adult and one child.

The tickets also allow the bearer to attend all of the matches played in the competition on that day.

To buy your tickets in advance – as organisers believe Luton's games will be some of the most popular – call 01237 477757 or visit www.southwestchallengecup.co.uk.


Westwood offered two-year deal


Luton Town have reportedly offered veteran Peterborough United central defender Chris Westwood a two year deal.

Posh director of football, Barry Fry said: "Mick Harford is really keen to take Chris to Luton and has offered him a two-year contract.

"He sees him as the icing on the cake as he tries to get them back into the Football League."


York cash grabs striker Gash


Luton Town target Michael Gash has been signed by Blue Square Premier rivals York City.

Gash, 22, was one of three players signed by the Minstermen for £80,000 from fellow Conference outfit Ebbsfleet.

City also signed Darius Charles and Neil Barrett.

The Hatters had refused to go above their original bid of £30,000 for the young Fleet striker.


Supporters to hold their AGM


Luton Town Supporters Club will be holding their AGM on Monday, July 6, at Kenilworth Road.

The event gets under way at 7.30pm and Nick Owen will be holding a question and answer session in his capacity as Luton Town FC chairman.