A constant stream of concern for City fans is something which Truro’s critics are all too eager to point out; the location is not ideal.The City is located in the deepest south of England, cut off from the bustling Cities of London, Manchester and the like.
In the modern day game, where lifestyle and WAGs seem just as important to a footballer as a successful career, it would be a fair assumption to make that Truro may not be a player’s ideal destination.
Cornwall and Devon possess just one Football League side between them; Plymouth Argyle. The former Pilgrims' boss Ian Holloway once even remarked how hard it was to attract players due south, and that, is in the Coca Cola Championship. Aside from Argyle, there is Exeter City and Torquay United in the Conference and from there you look at Truro City, who are set to become Cornwall’s first side to venture into the Southern League.
It is therefore apparent that Cornwall and Devon is not a particular hotbed for football, especially when contrasted with places like Lancashire and London, who have top, top sides, like Cornwall has beaches.
Fans of the expensively assembled White Tigers are more than aware of the possible problems attracting players, however they also seem optimistic that, long term, it will not prevent Truro continuing their charge up the footballing pyramid.
Supporters club chairman Robin Netherton believes that City can go where other sides have failed:
“It is indeed a big point with our geographical position in the country, even Plymouth Argyle have problems attracting players to the South West. We are under no illusion that it will be easy, it won’t be, but we will endeavor to bring in top quality players to strengthen the team over the coming seasons.
“With the support and backing we are finding I believe we can break through the barrier and show other local clubs that it is possible to survive and be successful in sleepy old Cornwall. We will certainly give our all, the faith and belief is there.”
Former committee member Andrew [unknown] is more positive than most, and believes that the location could work in Truro’s favour:
“The geographic position should not hinder our progress too much, in fact it is probably opposition teams who will be more concerned of where we are. It obviously has a major bearing on the playing staff and that is the main reason for the team turning full time next season. If players are good enough they will want to come and play for us.”
With a bright future on the horizon, City also have a new generation of supporters. One of them, Tom Perry, believes that City can break the hoodoo that may be hanging over Cornish sides:
“I think that the southern placement may have an effect on some players that City may look at in a few years time, but on the other hand, players will love the club once they have been to Treyew Road. I'm sure that players and their families would love to live near the beach and beautiful countryside.”
The vibes in England’s most southerly City are good, and the future looks bright for the time being, and who knows, perhaps Truro could break the jinx on Cornish football and live their Football League dream.
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