July 2011 saw the creation of AFC Rushden & Diamonds following the demise of the club that had previously risen so rapidly through the divisions and into the Football League.
With an ethos of 'one fan, one vote, one community, one club' built into the DNA of the new club, progress has been steadier but solid since a team was accepted into the United Counties League for the 2012/13 season.
Two promotions took the Diamonds to Step 4 of the Pyramid and they nearly clinched another last season when beaten in the Southern League Division One play-offs.
Geography has necessitated a shift into the Northern Premier League First Division South for the current campaign and there is also the pressing issue of where to play after landlords Wellingborough Town FC were served with notice to leave the Dog & Duck ground.
The Diamonds will host their Community Day on Saturday 22 October when Basford United FC are the scheduled visitors. Admission will be on a 'Pay What You Want' basis to the game.
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