Hearn aims for Brentwood Town's rise to Football League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:48 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Barry Hearn announced a five-year sponsorship deal with Brentwood Town FC, revealing aspirations for the club to reach the English Football League within five years. Brentwood narrowly missed promotion in the 2025-26 season, losing in the play-off final to Billericay Town. Hearn's investment, worth "hundreds of thousands" of pounds, aims to enhance the club's infrastructure and support player signings. Chairman Jez Dickinson acknowledged the significant benefits of Hearn's backing and expertise as the club aims for higher league success.
- •Barry Hearn sponsors Brentwood Town FC for five years
- •Brentwood finished fifth in Isthmian League Premier Division
- •Club lost play-off final to Billericay Town
- •Investment focuses on infrastructure and player recruitment
- •Hearn seeks to improve youth development in local football
- 4:48 AMYahoo Sports — Hearn dreams of Football League for his local team
"The legendary sports promoter is backing Brentwood Town FC financially for the next five years.
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