A Scottish adventure, first dates, and familial relationships are all included in the unfolding narrative.
The passing of a loved one does not always mean that they can no longer have an impact on your life; our perception of the world is always shaped by the memories we have of them. Kit Gordon kept returning to one point when she was defending herself from the vulture capitalists that arrived after her husband Ron passed away a little over a year ago.
It was customary to give short shrift to anyone who called attempting to take over Hibs, implying that the family’s ownership would terminate upon the passing of the old chairman. She was not going to shortchange Ron’s goal of owning a football club, having known him since he was a twentysomething entrepreneur.
With a smile on her face, Kit described how she first saw her new partner was more than simply a young “soccer” enthusiast attempting to make his place in the world. “One of our first dates was when Ron started a football newspaper called Soccer Plus,” Kit recalled. When we went on our second date, he took me to the press box during a game while the Diplomats were still in Washington, DC.
“On our third date, he took me to several sports stores during the day to deliver his newspapers. He introduced me to football early in our relationship before we were married, and he told me that his goal was to own a football team when he was 28 or 29 years old.
I was living in a house full of males with our boys, and my friends warned me that I would have to fit in or risk being left out. Furthermore, I dislike being excluded.
It has been an amazing adventure, and my only regret is that Ron isn’t here to witness it. However, I am aware that my family and I are dedicated to continuing.We are in love—not just with Edinburgh, but also with Hibs. Additionally, it is our goal to make sure the club continues to grow.
At last week’s AGM, Kit made an appearance alongside current Hibs chairman Malcolm McPherson, chief executive Ben Kensell, and, most importantly, son Ian. It is evident that Ron would have been pleased with the family’s choice to let billionaire Bill Foley of Bournemouth purchase a minority stake in the team in exchange for a £6 million initial investment. The family is at ease being a part of the Black Knight stable, which also has an interest in FC Lorient and the Auckland A-League franchise licence.
Retaining control over the major choices at Easter Road and East Mains is important to those who supported Ron when he acquired the club’s lifesaver, Sir Tom Farmer, in 2019. A transaction that altered everyone’s lives.
Ian recalled his father’s first interest in Hibs, saying, “He had been looking for a while.” We knew we were Scottish when Hibs came up, and everything fit perfectly.
Ten years before, on a family vacation, we had experienced incredible whisky and golf and developed a deep affection for Scotland. Thus, it made perfect sense when Hibs emerged in Edinburgh, the nation’s capital, with such a large following. Something clicked.
That’s when Kit broke off to say, “This was meant to be.” That, in my opinion, was intended to be.
McPherson does not apologise for ranking the Gordons higher than Farmer, who intervened to keep the team from losing money or being acquired by Hearts in 1990. McPherson informed shareholders at the AGM that he thought the Gordons were the best thing to happen to Hibs in his lifetime. Presumably the most well-known non-football enthusiast to ever purchase a Scottish team, Sir Tom reconstructed the stadium, constructed a training facility, and maintained the organisation solely as a community service.
“I became involved in the club 20 years ago, and there is a noticeable difference in terms of ambition, drive, and commitment,” McPherson stated.Although Tom Farmer’s interest wasn’t football, he made a big difference, built the stadium, and saved the team. The Gordon family, Ron, Ian, and possibly Kit as well at this point are dedicated to moving the football team ahead. It’s a lively and unusual vibe.
Foley is “fully committed” to helping Hibs win, and Chief Executive Kensell has stated that Foley will be visiting before the season ends. Additionally, the American has the right to occupy two spots on the Hibs board, one of which he may occupy personally.
“We know that Bill will be very involved,” Kensell stated. since he desires to be really committed.
“He truly loves playing football. If you’re not a football lover, you don’t purchase Auckland, you don’t buy part of Lorient, you don’t buy Bournemouth in the Premier League. He will so be involved.
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