The Resurrection promises "intelligent and insightful" coverage of AFC Wimbledon on CounterPress

AFC Wimbledon fans rejoice! A new site dedicated entirely to the Dons is launching on CounterPress.

The Resurrection is stepping up to deliver much-needed independent coverage of the League One club. The site promises to become the go-to place for intelligent, insightful reporting on AFC Wimbledon, filling a gap in the market left by the mainstream media and local press.

The site, which will fully launch next month, is fronted by journalist and lifelong Wimbledon fan Gary Jordan.

Having followed the club from the mid-1980’s Crazy Gang era, a lot has happened since that period. From the rise of winning the FA Cup and being a founding member of the Premier League, to the events that took the club away from its foundation. Back through the non-league pyramid, to be firmly back among the Football League.

Gary has written two books on the club. One telling the story of that famous FA Cup win over Liverpool, the other on how they returned to Plough Lane, after decades away, and righted the wrongs that were set on them.

After a short time working with the communications team on the Dons Trust, Gary was the club’s matchday programme editor for a short time, which required interviewing players and staff, as well as promoting all aspects of the club.

The Resurrection members can look forward to a look at the club from all angles, not just the matchdays.

This will include analysis of the team and individual players with statistical analysis; the women's team and academy will also be highlighted. Historical features, community-based news, interviews with key figures both past and present, newsletters, and more.

Gary said: “I’m proud to be starting the AFC Wimbledon outlet on CounterPress, in what is an exciting period for the club.

“Having volunteered and worked for the Dons Trust, and been the matchday programme editor, I know how much hard work and dedication goes into the day-to-day running of this unique football club.

“The club is deep-rooted in its community, and has many award-winning charities, so to be able to bring you news of what goes on beyond the 90 minutes of a matchday is something I look forward to. I look forward to giving you a different look at the club, and with changes around the corner, what better time to get on board. Come On You Dons!”

The Resurrection’s early interest waiting list is now open ahead of a full launch in the coming weeks.

Wimbledon supporters keen to explore the platform can secure an exclusive discount on membership by adding their details to the mailing list today.

The site is the latest in a succession of football outlets to launch on CounterPress, covering everything from the Premier League, EFL and National League, to Spanish and Italian football.

Prominent titles including The Moonraker (Swindon Town), Full Throstle (West Bromwich Albion), From Bromley With Love (Bromley FC), Forever Blues (Birmingham City), Leyton Orientear (Leyton Orient), Saturday White Fever (Fulham), The Phoenix (Coventry City), The Wanderers Post (Wolves) and The 1878 (Manchester United).

CounterPress offers the technical infrastructure, and industry knowledge and support that journalists and creators need to build their own media brand.

Co-founder Sam Morshead said: “Gary is Wimbledon through and through. Moreover, he’s a terrific journalist and writer, and The Resurrection is sure to bring all these qualities together.

“I’m excited to be supporting him on his journey into independent publishing, and fully believe the Dons media landscape will be improved by his brand new title.”