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Garry Wilson
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Position: Manager
Joined: Feb 1999
Born in Glasgow in 1963, Garry played in the Scottish League
for Queen's Park and Stranraer, and gained a Scottish U18
cap. In 1988 he moved south to join Hastings Town but sadly
his playing career was cut short by a serious leg fracture.
Garry continued on the management team at the Pilot Field,
eventually as Manager in March 1995 before being controversially
'sacked' in January 1998 . He moved to Langney Sports in
February 1999 and in his first full season in charge at
Priory Lane led the club to the Sussex County League title
for the first time in the club's history. Since this early
success Garry, with Nick Greenwood, has led the club to
Sussex Senior Cup victory and further promotions culminating
in the 2007/2008 promotion to the Conference Premier - truly
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Nick Greenwood
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Position: Head Coach
Joined: June 1997
Nick came to Priory Lane during the 1997 close-season following
success as Joint Manager at Hassocks, and remained at the
club when Garry Wilson joined , to go on to form a formidable
partnership. Prior to his time in football management at
Hassocks, Nick played and coached at Hayward's Heath, and
also played for Lewes. In addition, Nick was formerly Manager
of the Sussex County FA Representative team and led them
to the South-Western Counties Championship in 1999/00. |
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Simon Colbran
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Position: Coach
Joined: June 2008
Simon joined 'The Sports' as coach after a highly
successful period as manager of Sussex County League Champions
2007/2008 Crowborough Athletic. However Simons history with
the club, including Langney Sports, dates back to the 1993/1994
season where over 3 seasons split into 2 periods he made
119 appearances scoring 23 goals. |
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Dean Lightwood
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Position: Goalkeeping Coach
Joined: Oct 1999
Dean signed for the Club from Saltdean United and was a
key member of the Sussex County League championship-winning
side. Dean ‘retired’ at the end of 2002/03 but
retained his registration and is a regular on the bench,
also making the occasional 1st XI appearance when called
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Ray Tuppen
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Position: Sports Therapist
Joined: Feb 1999
Ray Tuppen was one of Garry Wilson’s first ‘signings’
on taking up post at Priory Lane in February 1999, and arguably
one of the best. Ray was previously ‘physio’
at Hastings Town for a number of years and runs his own
Therapy Clinic. |
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Evan Archibald
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Position: Striker
Signed: Aug 2007
Previous Club: None
Progressed through EBYFC and a 2007/2008 regular with the
Reserves. Made debut appearance in the 7-2 League Cup victory
over Lewes in 2007. |
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Paul Armstrong
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Chris & Jan Field
Position: Midfield
Signed: June 2006
Previous Club: Crawley Town
Signed for Crawley Town in October 2003 from Airdrie United
(previously Clydebank), having previously been at the now
defunct Airdrieonians. Made two substitute appearances for
Brighton & Hove Albion. Boro captain since his 1st season
at Priory Lane, justifies this role with consistently excellent
performances. |
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Andy Atkin
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Position: Striker
Signed: March 2005
Previous Club: Eastbourne Utd. Assoc.
Signed initially on dual registration with neighbours Eastbourne
United Association FC) and contributed to the 2004/2005
Conference South play-off squad. Has since gone from strength
to strength, scoring 30 league and cup goals in 2007/2008
and securing Supporters, Managers. and Players Player of
the year awards. |
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Ben Austin
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Position: Defender
Signed: June 2000
Previous Club: Eastbourne Town
Voted Supporters' Player of the Season at Eastbourne Borough
in 2000/01 and 2001/02. Missed The Sports Sussex Senior
Cup victory in 2002 after being rushed to hospital with
appendicitis after the final League game and was forced
to miss much of the 2003/04 season after being diagnosed
with two vertebral fractures. Ben has been a consistent
player as the club progressed through the pyramid and few
who witnessed them will forget the play-off goals at Thurrock
and Cambridge City in late 2005 |
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Darren
Baker
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Position: Defender
Signed: June 1992
Previous Club: None
A true one club player, Darren made his 1st team debut in
1992. 'Bakes' began his career with Brighton and Hove Albion,
and Littlehampton Town Youth; and was a member of the Sussex
Representative side that won the SW Counties championship
in 1999/00. Darren holds the club record for the number
of senior appearances, a record unlikely ever to be beaten.
Rarely has a disappointing game but missed the back end
of 2004/05 after fracturing his arm, including the Play-off
final at The Britannia Stadium. Put that disappointment
behind him to form a strong partnership with Marc Pullan,
culminating in a claen sheet in the 2007/2008 play-offs. |
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Andy Ballard
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Position: Defence
Previous Club: Abingdon Town
Signed: August 2007
Offered place in the squad following impressive pre season
campaign and went on to play an important role in the 2007/2008
promotion season.
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Ashley
Barnes
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Position: Striker
Previous Club:
Signed: Nov 2008 - Loan (Plymouth Argyle)
Six foot, 19 year-old Barnes was signed by Argyle from Somerset
club Paulton Rovers. He has had loan spells at Salisbury
(five appearances) and Oxford United (five appearances and
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Daniel
Brown
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Position: Midfield
Previous Club:
Signed: Nov 2008 - Initial Loan (Cambridge United). Full
Jan 2009.
Daniel started career Leyton Orient but was sold at the
age of 18 to Barnet for £40,000. He then moved on
for two seasons at Oxford United before joining Crawley
in the summer of 2005. In November 2006 he signed for Cambridge
United, progressing to captain the side. Joined Boro on
loan and converted to permanent in January 2009. |
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Darren
Budd
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Position: Midfield
Previous Club: Bognor Regis Town
Signed: October 2007
An England Futsal International Darren joined ‘The
Sports’ from Bognor Regis Town. Darren fought his
way into the side and was a fixture in the play-off semi-finals
and finals 2007/2008. |
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Matt Crabb
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Position: Midfield
Signed: July 2000
Previous Club: Eastbourne United
Loyal to the club , skilful on the ball and quick, 'Crabby'
invariably picks up his fair share of knocks, and his 2006/2007
season was restricted due to several injuries. Fearless
in the tackle, and an exciting player to watch; his dogged
determination has made him a great favourite with the Priory
Lane crowd. |
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Nathan
Crabb
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Position: Midfield
Signed: August 2007
Previous Club: Eastbourne United Association.
Very much in the mould of his elder brother Matt, Nathan
is a skillful winger who was given a pre season opportunity
after impressing for neighbours EUA. Nathan took this chance
with both hands, scoring 14 times in his debut season including
the late winner in the televised play-off final via Hampton
& Richmond Borough. |
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Sam Crabb
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Position: Midfield
Signed: April 2008
Previous Club: Eastbourne United Association.
Another off the Crabb production line and youngest of the
3 brothers. Another pacy tricky player who was given an
opportunity at the club after impressing for EUA. |
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Dominic
Douglas
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Position: Defender
Signed: September 2006
Previous Club: Bexhill United
Recommended to the club after performances for Eastbourne
United Association, Dominic played in pre-season matches
2006/2007 before signing from Bexhill United in September
2006. Spent much of his time on loan at Worthing before
making several assured performances throughout 2006/2007
and 2007/2008. |
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Jeff Goulding
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Position: Striker
Signed: Nov 2008 - Loan (AFC Bournemouth)
Other Clubs: Hayes, Yeading, Fisher Athletic, Grays Athletic
Jeff joined Boro on a loan deal from AFC Bournmouth just
prior to the 2008/2009 Xmas period. Boro supporters had
seen Jeff in opposition colours and the tall striker had
also represented his country at 'C' level. Returned to Bournemouth
Jan 2009. |
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Pat Harding
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Position: Striker
Signed: June 2006
Previous Club: Hassocks
Signed from Hassocks for whom he made 164 appearances and
scored 112 goals. Made the headlines when playing for the
Sussex Youth side in 2001, when he scored five goals against
Hertfordshire, including a hat-trick in the space of seven
minutes. Was top scorer in the County League in 2005/06
with 24 goals in 28 games. Hugely impressive in his 1st
year at 'The Sports' scoring on 14 occasions and another
9 in 2007/2008 from wide positions. |
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Mo Harkin
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Position: Midfield
Signed: June 2008
Previous Club: Havant & Waterlooville
Mo joined 'The Sports' from Havant & Waterlooville and
should be no stranger to Boro fans as he has lined up against
the Priory Lane side for several clubs over recent seasons,
notably Lewes, Crawley Town and 'The Hawks'. Mo has played
for Nothern Ireland at Youth and U21 level and also lists
Wycombe Wanderers, Carlisle and Aldershot amongst his previous
clubs. |
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Lee Hook
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Position: Goalkeeper
Signed: June 2003
Previous Club: Sittingbourne
Signed after impressing against Borough in the Dr Martens
Eastern Division. Played for a number seasons in Wolves'
Reserves & also had a spell with Exeter City. An outstanding
shot stopper, as witnessed in the 2007/2008 play-off final,
Lee was voted Players' Player of the Season in 2003/04 and
Supporters' Player of the Year in 2004/05. |
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Viktor
Unnar Illugason
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Position: Striker
Signed: Sept 2008 - Loan (Reading)
Other Clubs: Breidablic, Reading
Viktor joined 'The Sports' from Reading on loan in September
2008. Viktor has represented his home country, Iceland,
at U17 and U19 levels. Returned to Reading FC Oct 2008. |
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Neil Jenkins
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Chris & Jan Field
Position: Defender
Signed: July 2006
Previous Club: Crawley Town
Joined Crawley Town at the beginning of the 2004/05 season
(74 appearances, 5 goals) from Southend United (61 appearances,
8 goals). Also spent time with Wimbledon. ‘Jenks’
quickly displayed himself as a committed and excellent defender
and has become established as a firm fans favourite. |
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Simon Johnson
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Position: Midfield
Signed: November 2008
Previous Club: None
Progressed to the 1st XI squad via U18's and Reserves. |
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Jay Lovett
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Position: Midfield
Signed: June 2006
Previous Club: Lewes
Signed for Lewes from Farnborough Town in 2003. Previously
signed for Brentford from Crawley Town for a £75,000
fee in 2000. Also had brief loan spells at Gravesend &
Northfleet and Hereford United. Jay’s 2006/2007 season
finished prematurely with a broken collar bone but he has
established himself as a vital member of the side, giving
his all wherever asked to play. |
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Karleigh
Osborne
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Position: Defender
Signed: Oct 2008 -
Loan (Brentford)
Other Clubs: Oxford United
Karleigh arrived at Boro just in time to make his debut
in the 'Live' TV fixture .v. Stevenage Borough. 'Karl' had
already made approx. 50 appearances for Brentford and also
spent time with divisonal rivals Oxford United prior to
his arrival at Priory Lane. Returned to Brentford FC Nov
2008. |
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Marc Pullan
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Position: Defender
Signed: January 2006
Previous Club: Worthing
Vastly experienced central defender. Enjoyed great success
with the all-conquering Sussex County league Peacehaven
side of the 1990s, and was later capped as an England Non
League international with Crawley Town. Also led Crawley
to success in the 2002/03 Sussex Senior Cup Final when they
beat Borough at Priory Lane after a penalty shoot-out. Has
proved to be an inspired signing and Marc has gone on to
form a formidable partnership with Darren Baker and was
both Supporters and Players Player of the Year 2006/2007.
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Pat Sappleton
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Position: Defender
Signed: September 2008
Previous Club : Margate
Jamaican U21 International, Lodon born Patrick represented
Jamaica in the Under 21 World Cup and has also reprresented
Crawley Town, Farnborough and Boston United. Left the club
October 2008 after only a single (but goal scoring) competitive
fixture; away at Fisher Athletic in a League Cup tie.
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Jean-Michel
Sigere
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Position: Striker
Signed: June 2008
Previous Club: Lewes
Began his career at Bordeaux and other previous clubs include
Rushden & Diamonds, Margate and Gravesend & Northfleet.
Joined 'The Sports' with team-mate Simon Wormull as Boro
progressed to the national Conference. |
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Matt Smart
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Position: Midfield
Signed: July 2001
Previous Club: Horsham
Began his career at Gillingham and spent two and a half
seasons there, winning the Capital League for the Reserves.
Then spent a season at Crawley Town, and subequently had
spells at Shoreham, Horsham and Wick then back to Horsham
again, before joining Borough. Has represented England as
a member of the Futsal squad whilst with 'The Sports', Matt
is a fierce tackler and excellent at getting forward from
deep positions. |
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Dan Smith
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Position: Midfield
Signed: Nov 2008 - Loan (Plymouth Argyle)
5ft 8 ins, 22 year-old Smithis originally from Cornwall
and he made his first team debut for Argyle in January 2008.
Recently he was on loan at Second Division Morecambe. So
far he has made two substiute appearances for Plymouth.
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Allan Tait
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Position: Striker
Signed: July 2006
Previous Club: Canvey Island
Top scorer at Crawley Town in 2004/05 with 12 goals from
39 appearances. Previously with Folkestone Invicta and began
his career as a junior with Tottenham Hotspur. After a difficult
start to his career at Priory Lane Allan proved to be unstoppable
in the closing weeks finishing level with Pat Harding and
just behind Scott Ramsay on 14 goals for the season. |
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Lyle Taylor
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Position: Striker
Signed: Oct 08 - Loan (Millwall)
Previous Club: None
Lyle joined 'The Sports' on loan following an impressive
start to Millwalls' Reserves season scoring 5 goals, 4 against
Lewes, 1 .v. Southampton. Returned to Millwall Nov 2008. |
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Ross Treleaven
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Position: Striker
Signed: April 2008 (Dual Reg Crowborough Ath)
Previous Club: Crowborough Athletic
Joined Boro from Sussex County league champions Crowborough
Athletic after a fine season for ‘The Crows’.
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Chris Winterton
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Position: Goalkeeper
Signed: July 2008
Previous Club:
Brighton & Hove Albion
Chris joined Boro following release from 'The Seagulls'
having representated the club at Youth & Reserve level. |
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Simon Wormull
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Position: Midfiled
Signed: June 2008
Previous Club: Lewes
Simon joined 'The Sports' from Lewes FC as both clubs progressed
to the national Conference. Simon's previous clubs also
include Espanyol, Tottenham, and Conference experience with
Stevenage Borough and Crawley Town. |
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