Squad (2008-2009)...
Robert Anderson: Midfielder
Fantastic attitude always plays with a smile on his face and gives 100%. Has improved enormously over the past year and is a valued member of the squad. Allegedly a bit of a loose cannon off the pitch, must take after his great granddad Ken!
Daniel Bashford: Defender
Most improved player for 05/06 season, solid brave defender who reads the game well and proves when it comes to tackling “size doesn’t matter” a phrase he has often heard off his dad!
Jamie Buckton: Goalkeeper
Brave shotstopper with good handling. Jamie worked hard on his game last season and pushed Dean hard for the number 1 slot. Fitness and agility are key in this position and need to keep working hard on that.
Frank Duke: Attacker
Player of the year 05/06 season “Golden Balls Duke” picked up where he left off the previous season. Top scorer with 25 goals, just missing out on division top scorer. Also came out top on the yellow card stats after throwing the odd wobbler or two! Keep working on the hold up & support play Frank.
Andy Fowler: Midfielder
First season for the club last year, Andy waited patiently for his chance which he then grabbed with both hands when it came along. Put in some strong performances and chipped in with 4 well taken goals. Keep working on the passing Andy.
Joe Harvey: Defender
Tall commanding defender who unfortunately missed out a bit last season due to injury. Hoping for an injury free season this year and a return to top form. Claim to fame “ better dancer that Peter Crouch”.
Ben Hubbard: Midfielder
Good as anyone in the squad on his day, target for this season to make that every week and keep switched on! Composed on the ball, a good passer, can put in a tackle and score goals. When all those things are happening together it’s good to watch. Claim to fame “only Chav in the village”.
Danny Latham: Midfielder & ladykiller
Runner up player of the year last year, due to some very strong performances over the course of the season. Very good going forward notching 5 goals. Challenge for this season:- more goals, work on defensive duties and don’t sleep in for training!
Ben Leaper: Midfielder/Attacker
Great technical ability, comfortable on the ball good passer and finisher. Always looks the business in training just needs to play with that same confidence on match days. Never say die Ben! Claim to fame "still top scorer in Europe"
Jack Lochrie: Defender
Strong, commanding defender who always gives 100%, the key to consistency! Notched 3 goals last season, “quiet, shy, retiring lad” who loves cross country runs! Claim to fame “better crack than his dad”
Dean Lownsbrough: Goalkeeper
Great attitude and temperament, another player who worked hard on his game last year and had a great season. Unfortunately broke his arm after making a great save against Loftus and missed out on playing in the end of season tour in Holland. However he still put on a brave face and supported the rest of the lads. We hope “the cat” has better luck this season.
Liam O'Connell - Defender/Midfielder
First season with the club after playing all of his previous football in Germany. Nice to have another natural left footer in the squad who I'm sure will prove to be a great asset as the season develops. Claim to fame "best forward in the squad"
Conor Smith: Midfielder/Attacker
Pocket dynamo, stop & lose not in his vocabulary, great example of 100% commitment. Quiet season on the goal scoring front, from his past high standards, with 7 in total but we keep telling him assists are just as important. Looking for double figures this year and even more assists!!!
David Upton: Defender
Another great season from “Mr Reliable”, never has a bad game just some better than others! Has always loved a tackle but his link up play with midfield and passing has improved enormously. Claim to fame “best own goal in Europe ever”.
Matthew Watts: Midfielder/Attacker
Skillful player with great natural ability, great attitude and always wants to be involved. Generally avoids pre-season training like the plague, can’t understand why, all that running in the woods is good for you!
Greg Wood: Midfielder
Players player last season who does a great job for his team playing the midfield anchor role. He claims he has to do this as Danny is always on walkabout! Loves a crunching tackle and leads by example, would love to grab a few more goals this season. Claim to fame “never gets wound up”.