Category: Club News

Sports Sign Midfielder

by Peter Scherer

Mickleover have signed former Mansfield Town midfielder James Matthews for the forthcoming season.

After two years with the Stags in their under 18’s, he spent last season at AFC Mansfield and has also played for Carlton Town, Frickley Athletic, Sherwood Colliery and Hallam.

I knew Mickleover were a good club and after talking to Gareth about his plans, his style of play interested me and I was keen to sign. Every midfielder wants double digits in goals, but I see my role as more of a holding midfielder, playing in front of the defence and being a provider for the scorers

he said.

James provides us with something different, he’s 6ft 3in combative and very athletic, all the traits that he will need in abundance. He has lots of personality and will be great for the group on and off the field

added Sports manager Gareth Holmes.

James is also a competitive triathlete and Ironman participant, Nationally and Internationally.

Wilkinson Re-Signs

by Peter Scherer

Centre back George Wilkinson has been one of the first players to commit to Mickleover for next season, after some impressive performances in latter part of the season, following his signing from Ilkeston in February.

I’m delighted that George has signed. He made a really positive impact on the team when he joined us. He’s intelligent, mobile, good on the ball and wants to defend. T

o have a player that’s young and has the experience of playing in steps 2 & 3 wanting to commit to us, it’s great and an important building block for next seasons ambitions.

said Sports boss Gareth Holmes.

I decided I wanted to stay at Mickleover because of the ambition to get back up into the NPL Premier Division. Coming in last year I enjoyed my time at the club and we got some good results and it’s a club that belongs in step 3.I got on well with the other players, the management and everyone and fancied the promotion challenge with the club.

Wilkinson replied.

Sports’ Trio Moving On

by Peter Scherer

Following the end of the season, we not only say goodbye to our loanees, but to three of our more regular squad members.

Striker Marcus Barnes spent two seasons with us at the Don Amott Arena, scoring 18 league and cup goals in his first season.

Also moving on after finishing as last seasons top scorer is Dylan Edwards. A hit with fans and team mates alike since signing from Loughborough Students, Dylan has now finished his degree at Loughborough University and is moving back to his native South Wales.

Cieron Keane arrived in late August from Ilkeston, after he had been on loan at Long Eaton. He made his debut in the 5-0 FA Cup win over Coleshill Town, scoring just 1m24s into his debut. A hardworking midfielder, injury restricted his appearances.

Everyone at Mickleover would like to thank to thank them for their contribution whilst at the club, and wish them well in their future careers.

Looking Back at Our 24/25 Award Winners

Dylan Edwards – Supporters’ Player of the Year

 

Andy Dales – Manager’s Player of the Year

 

Will Atkinson – Players’  Player of the Year

 

Josh Carter – Reserve’s Player of the Year

and a Special Thank You to Irina.

Harrogate Teen Joins Sports

by Peter Scherer

Teenaged defender Marcus Etherington has joined Mickleover on loan from Harrogate Town until the end of the season and goes straight into the squad for tomorrows game at home to Whitby Town.

It is the 18 year old’s first loan spell away from his home club.