Williamson's final Wrexham message revealed after shock exit

(left to right) Wrexham co-owners Rob Mac (left), Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, and former Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson <i>(Image: Nick Potts/PA Wire)</i>
(left to right) Wrexham co-owners Rob Mac (left), Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, and former Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson (Image: Nick Potts/PA Wire)
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ONE of Michael Williamson's last acts as chief executive as to write his programme notes ahead of Wrexham's clash against Wolves at The Racecourse on Saturday.

Williamson wasn't present for the Championship fixture after the club announced his shock departure on Friday afternoon, after more than two years at the club

Club director Shaun Harvey will take over as acting chief executive following the unexpected change at the top.

After seeing Wrexham win 2-0 at home to then-leaders Middlesbrough on Wednesday, Williamson penned his usual column for the visit of Wolves and it remained in the matchday programme after his sudden departure one day earlier.

Here's what Williamson wrote.

"Croeso, and welcome back to the Cae Ras for today's fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

"Wednesday night against Middlesbrough meant a great deal to all of us.

"We saw a team that ran for each other, refused to be beaten and gave everything until the final whistle. More than the result, it was the response that stood out.

"It felt like the Wrexham we know, the spirit that carried us through the National League, up through League Two and League One, and into the Championship.

"That spirit has never belonged only to the players. It comes from you.

"On Wednesday the Cae Ras was loud from the first whistle and when the game needed lifting, you lifted it.

"The players felt that, and it shaped the night. That is the bond between this team and these stands, and it has made the difference before.

"Now we have to keep it going. One night does not define a season.

"What we do next, week after week, home and away, is what counts.

"If we bring the same fight on the pitch and the same backing off it, there is nothing we can't achieve together.

"Before kick-off, ahead of tomorrow's Remembrance Sunday, we will come together to remember those who gave their lives in service.

"We are honoured to welcome the Armed Forces veterans joining us today, and we thank them for their service.

"This week, Geraint Parry reached 25 years as a member of club staff. That number only tells part of the story.

"Long before he worked here, Geraint was on the terraces as a supporter and giving his time as a volunteer.

"Through the hardest days this club has known, and now the best, he has been here.

"As club historian, he keeps our history alive, but he does more than record it.

"Every day, by the way he works and the care he shows, Geraint reminds everyone in this building what Wrexham AFC means and what our standards should be.

"Every club needs someone like that, and we are lucky to have him. Geraint, thank you, from all of us.

"We also congratulate Max Cleworth on being named PFA Championship Community Champion at the North West Football Awards.

"Max came through our academy and has been part of this journey every step of the way.

"Through every promotion and every new challenge, he has carried himself with humility and pride, on the pitch and in the community.

"He shows what it means to wear this shirt, and the award is richly deserved.

"Thank you, as ever, for your support. Let's make some noise today."

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