A new chapter has begun at St Johnstone Football Club after their US takeover was confirmed.
Adam Webb has taken over from the Brown family, ending the local house builders 38-year association with the McDiarmid Park outfit.
"First, a note of gratitude. We must all thank Geoff Brown for his 38 years of tireless and successful service to the club. If you want to understand steady, sustainable football leadership, you need only study Geoff’s tenure at St Johnstone. "And a final thanks to you the supporters, to the players, coaches and all staff and employees of the club for the generous welcome you have shown to me and my associates. Your optimism for the future of the club inspires us."St Johnstone has been in the top tier for 16 straight seasons now so, historically speaking, the club is in a good position. But, in order to survive at this level, we have to grow the club. That is our predominant goal as owners.
"The essential element toward growing the club will be playing competitive and exciting football. Craig, Andy and Gus have signed a dynamic group of players. We, as owners, have to give the coaches the necessary tools to work with. "As owners, we pledge to improve the matchday experience by improving McDiarmid Park. Initial planned projects include resurfacing the car park, expanding hospitality areas and adding an elevator for better access. We will also work to improve the festive atmosphere at McDiarmid. Your ideas are welcome.
"Everything we do on and off the pitch must have a higher purpose - and our primary purpose is serving Perth and the surrounding communities. "Since I announced the plans to sell my shareholding back in December 2022 we have had a number of interested suitors and a lot of discussions and negotiations have taken place during the last year-and-a-half as we looked to secure the best way forward for the club.
"It hasn’t been easy, but it has been a labour of love and I am immensely proud that I am now handing over a football club that is in a stable financial position, particularly against a backdrop that has been challenging at times, as has been witnessed by the number of other clubs that have ended up in financial trouble - and occasionally in administration - during my time within Scottish football.
"I would like to acknowledge the love and support of my own family, particularly my wife Joyce, over the years, with the commitment required to be as involved as I was within Scottish football being all-consuming at times. Their patience and understanding have been much-needed and very much appreciated.
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