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First Team - Pen Pics
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Colin Wallington Manager
Joins the club this season from Maldon Town having overseen the Blue's rise to the Ryman Premier during the last six years. Well respected in local football circles, Colin is looking to use his wealth of experience to take the club to the next level. |
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Brad King Assistant Manager
Brad has been promoted from Goalkeeping Coach to Assistant Manager this season. Probably one of the youngest coaches in the league at the age of 23. Previously a goalkeeper with Canvey Island, Maldon Town and Tilbury but his playing career was tragically cut short after suffering a serious head injury. |
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Dave Radley Coaching Assistant
The quiet gentleman of the coaching team! Holds a UEFA 'B' coaching badge and joined the club at the start of the season after previous experience with Maldon Town and Burnham Ramblers. |
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Noel Gambil Fitness Coach
An Army PTI and fitness fanatic, Noel is probably the most unpopular member of the team at times but his efforts are sure to stand the players in good stead throughout the season. |
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Mel Collier Physio
A valued member of the backroom staff and popular amongst the players. Like most physios, Mel's efforts and hard work are often understated. |
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Aaron Benstead Goalkeeper
Signed from Haverhill Rovers, midway through last season where he had previously been a permanent fixture for two seasons. Aaron has also spent time at Kings Lynn, Cambridge City, Newmarket and Wealdstone. |
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Matt Belcher Goalkeeper
Reserve keeper Matt is starting to break into the first team with some good performances for the reserves and the first X1. |
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Ben Cross Defence
Left sided, former Maldon Town reserve, can play as wing back or in midfield. |
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Liam White Defence
Skillful and commanding central defender, former captain at Wivenhoe Town. |
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Mark Gaisford Defence
Ex Colchester Utd Trainee, had two spells with Stanway Rovers. Played in their Essex Senior Cup triumph last season. Plays at either central defence or full back. |
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Neil Shade Defence - Age: 30
Sweeper who previously played for manager Wallington at Maldon Town. A quality player who reads the game fantastically well. |
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Seb Murfet Defence
Seb broke into the first team a few seasons ago after some outstanding displays in the Reserves, being a consistent and reliable fixture ever since. An attacking fullback who is capable of playing off either foot. |
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Judd Coe Defence/Midfield - Age: 35
Began his senior career at Tiptree before spending many successful seasons at Maldon Town, helping them to reach the Ryman Premier Division. His tireless running and inspiration prove to be a tremendous club asset. |
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Richard Manning Defence/Midfield - Age: 26
A competitive player whose strength and athleticism make him a hard opponent wherever he features. Has huge technical ability, is highly regarded by the Tiptree management. |
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Darren Mills Midfield
Signed from Whitton Town during the close season. Primarily a wide player, Darren has lightning pace which could cause problems to opposition defences. |
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Gary Wraight Midfield - Age: 29
Joined from St Albans having previously been with Ryman Division One North side Harlow Town as well as Barking & East Ham United. Began his career with Wycombe and then played Conference football for Stevenage Borough. |
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Kevin Inglis Midfield - Age: 27
Highly talented midfielder and a deeply motivated team player, previously with Leiston and Needham Market. Puts his heart and soul into every game. |
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Lewin Ward Midfield - Age: 22
Experienced player with Conference South, Bishops Stortford. Equally comfortable with the ball at his feet or in the air and likes to get forward when occasions allow. |
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Lee Owen Midfield/Forward - Age: 29
Started his career with Peterborough United Youths and has since been at Sudbury Town, Cambridge City, Bury Town, Braintree Town and AFC Sudbury. Lee joined the Club last season from Ipswich Wanderers. |
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Tom English Midfield/Forward - Age: 26
Joined from Haverhill having previously been at Colchester Utd and AFC Sudbury. A local postman, Tom is a proven goalscorer hitting 35 goals last season to win the Ridgeons Golden Boot award. |
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Dane Nelson Forward - Age: 19
Gaining 1st team experience after being in the Reserves. |
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Danny Rochester Forward
Rocky is one of the clubs long serving players, being at Chapel Road (on and off) since 1999 as a consequence is sometimes cited as the clubs navigator to away grounds! His pace, ability and commitment always give a decent return. |
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Gary Hill Forward - Age: 26
Returned to Tiptree at the very end of the 04/05 season and gladly repaid the club by becoming top scorer in his first season. Strong in the air with a real physical presence. |
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Jamie Arlick Forward - Age: 19
A youth and trainee at Cambridge Utd before transferring to Northampton Town. Jamie is a highly respected striker who has also had trials at Plymouth Argyle and West Ham Utd. |
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John Watson Forward - Age: 24
The clubs top scorer in 2003/04, who returned to Tiptree after a short spell at Wivenhoe, but then suffered a number of injury setbacks. |
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Tom Noble Forward
A true 30 goal a season striker previously with Maldon Town and Braintree Town Signed last season from AFC Sudbury for a club record fee and teams up with his old manager and several former team-mates. |
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Lee Townrow Utility
Former AFC Sudbury midfielder, comfortable in any role and covers every blade of grass of the 90 minutes. |
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