Author Bio
Meet the Editor
The story behind The Shrimpers-online — an independent Southend United fan website created by supporters, for supporters, covering news, match reports, statistics, history and the archive of the club from 1920 to the present day.
The Story Behind The Shrimpers-online
Founder & Editor of The Shrimpers-online
The Shrimpers-online began life in 2004 when I created a website and forum dedicated to Southend United supporters. At the time, I wanted a place where fans could share opinions, discuss matches and celebrate the club we all love without losing the humour, passion and personality that makes following Southend United so special.
Like the club itself, the journey hasn’t always been straightforward. The original site eventually disappeared, but the idea behind it never did.
In 2026, The Shrimpers-online returned with a new purpose: to become one of the most comprehensive independent Southend United resources on the internet. Alongside current news and match coverage, the site is building an extensive archive documenting every season in the club’s history from 1920 to the present day.
Today I oversee the site’s content, write articles, produce match reports, create graphics and continue developing the historical archive. I am also fortunate to receive support and contributions from a small group of fellow Shrimpers who share the same passion for preserving the club’s history and serving the fanbase.
Why The Shrimpers-online Exists
- To provide independent Southend United coverage
- To preserve and document the club’s history
- To create a valuable resource for supporters and researchers
- To celebrate the people, players and moments that make Southend United special
The Shrimpers-online is an independent fan website. All opinions expressed are those of the editor or contributing writers and do not represent Southend United Football Club.
What You’ll Find On The Shrimpers-online
News & Match Reports
Independent Southend United coverage including news, previews, match reports and reaction.
Statistics & Records
Detailed player statistics, club records, league tables, appearances and goalscorer information.
Historical Archive
A season-by-season archive documenting Southend United’s history from 1920 to the present day.
Fan Community
Features, guides and supporter-focused content designed to bring Shrimpers together.
Our Mission
The Shrimpers-online exists to preserve the history of Southend United while providing supporters with reliable, independent and engaging content today. The long-term vision is to create one of the most complete online archives dedicated to the club, ensuring that future generations of Shrimpers can explore and enjoy Southend United’s rich history.
Editorial Standards
Trust and accuracy are important. The following pages explain how content is researched, published and corrected when necessary.
Support The Shrimpers-online
Running an independent fan website takes time, effort and resources. If you enjoy the content and would like to help support future development of The Shrimpers-online, your support is greatly appreciated.
Support The Shrimpers-onlineGet In Touch
Whether you have feedback, corrections, story ideas or simply want to talk all things Southend United, you can contact The Shrimpers-online by email.