The manager's report refers to the historic nature of this match, the change of name of the team from Forest Green Rovers to Stroud F.C. and the first league match under that name. The explanation for the change of name is explained well: 'Today's game is a historic one, as the first league match for the Stroud Football Club. Who knows what the future holds for the Club. In the long term it would be superb as far as I am concerned to see the Club which the whole area of Stroud and District could be proud of and interested in'. The manager also stresses the importance of getting off to a good start 'to ensure that the name of Stroud F.C. comes to the fore as soon as possible'.