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Garry Wilson
Sponsored by Damian, Jez, Reg and Jamie
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. Garry was controversially sacked by Hastings in January 1998 before moving to Langney Sports in February 1999. In his first full season in charge at Priory Lane, Garry led The Sports to the Sussex County League title for the first time in the Club's history.
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Nick Greenwood
Sponsored by Myra & Jim Stephens
Position: Head Coach
Joined: June 1997
Nick came to Priory Lane during the 1997 close-season following success as Joint Manager at Hassocks.
Nick and Garry complement one another perfectly and their partnership has proved invaluable as the Club has moved up the Pyramid.
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 formally Manager of the Sussex County FA Representative team and led them to the South-Western Counties Championship in 1999/00.
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Ray Tuppen
Sponsored by John Morley
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 in Windmill Hill where he lives.
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Dean Lightwood
Sponsored by Abbey Press - Abingdon
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 officially ‘retired’ at the end of 2002/03 but retained his registration and is a regular on the bench.
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Player History
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2007/2008
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Career
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Evan Archibald
Sponsored by
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.
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Paul Armstrong
Sponsored by 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 during his 1st, hugely impressive, season at Priory Lane.
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Andy Atkin
Sponsored by Joseph Bird & Al Kooper
Position: Striker
Signed: March 2005
Previous Club: Eastbourne Utd. Assoc.
Signed initially on dual registration with neighbours Eastbourne United Association FC). Made a highly promising first team debut in Nationwide South vs Margate on 16 April 2005, and has since gone on to be an invaluable member of the squad by covering several positions on the park.
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Ben Austin
Sponsored by Roger & Sharon Crompton
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. Was forced to miss much of the 2003/04 season after being diagnosed with two vertebral fractures but is now very much back to his best. Known to score memorable and important goals
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Darren Baker
Sponsored by Simpsons Private Hire
01435 866021
Position: Defender
Signed: June 1992
Previous Club: None
A 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 and is very dependable. Missed the back end of 2004/05 after fracturing his arm, including the
Play-off final at The Britannia Stadium.
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Andy Ballard
Sponsored by Best Wishes - Paul and Sharon Dillon
Position: Defence / Midfield
Previous Club: Abingdon Town
Signed: August 2007 (Dual Reg with E/bourne Town from Nov 2007)
Offered place in the squad following impressive pre season campaign.
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Darren Budd
Sponsored by EBFC Supporters Club
Position: Midfield
Previous Club: Bognor Regis Town
Signed: October 2007
An England Futsal International Darren joined ‘The Sports’ from Bognor Regis Town. Darren signed for ‘The Rocks’ after release by Brighton and Hove Albion in December 2004.
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Scott Chamberlain
Sponsored by
Position: Midfield
Signed: August 2007 (Loan - B&HA)
Left: Sept 2007
Made debut in pre season victory over Ebbsfleet United.
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Matt Crabb
Sponsored by Jan & Chris Field
Position: Midfield
Signed: July 2000
Previous Club: Eastbourne United
Immensely skillful on the ball and very 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. More than capable of spectacular strikes.
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Nathan Crabb
Sponsored by Hazel & Dick Blake
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 (this time on the right) who was given a pre season opportunity after impressing for neighbours EUA
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Sam Crabb
Sponsored by
Position: Midfield
Signed: April 2008 (Dua Reg EUA)
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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Jamie Day
Sponsored by
Position: Midfield
Signed: Sept 2007 (Loan - Grays Athletic)
Left: Oct 2007
Jamie is a graduate from the England School of Excellence at Lilleshall, he has represented England at Under16, Under17 & Under18 levels, and was part of the Arsenal Youth squad before moving to AFC Bournemouth.
Details and photo courtesy of
www.graysathletic.co.uk/
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Dominic Douglas
Sponsored by
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. Played on loan at Worthing before making several assured performances towards the end of 2006/2007.
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Joshua Flaherty
Sponsored by
Position: Defender
Signed: September 2006
Previous Club: None
Member of Boro U18's. Progressed to the 1st team squad from EBFC Youth section. Made debut in final fixture of the 2006/2007 season .v. Braintree Town.
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Pat Harding
Sponsored by John Morley
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.
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Ryan Hirooka
Sponsored by
Position: Striker
Signed: June 2006
Left: August 2007 - Brentford
Previous Club: None
Made debut in final fixture of 2006/2007 .v. Braintree Town after an excellent season with the U18’s. Left Boro for Brentford FC following successful trial.
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David Hogan
Sponsored by
Position: Goalkeeper
Signed: August 2007 (Dual Reg Dag & Redbridge)
Made debut in pre season victory over Ebbsfleet United making several fine saves.
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Lee Hook
Sponsored by Mick & Paul Buckwell
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 Lee was voted Players' Player of the Season in 2003/04 and Supporters' Player of the Year in 2004/05.
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Neil Jenkins
Sponsored by SAFA ‘Developing Youth Footballers’
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. In his 1st season at the club ‘Jenks’ quickly displayed himself as a committed and excellent defender and has become a firm fans favourite.
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Robbie Kember
Sponsored by John & Wendy Rogers
Position: Midfield
Signed: February 2008
Previous Club: Tonbridge Angels
Experienced midfielder who signed for Conference side Woking from Crystal Palace. He then moved to Basingstoke Town and on to Crawley Town in March 2004 before joining ‘The Angels’.
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Danny Leach
Sponsored by Haywards Carpets 01323 840840
Position: Striker
Signed: May 2007
Previous Club: Hailsham Town
Joined Hailsham Town from Brighton & Hove Albion where Danny was a member of the clubs highly successful youth side. He scored over 40 goals for The Stringers in 2006/2007 earning himself the chance to play at Conference South level and repeat the exploits of Atkin, Austin, Baker, Crabb, Douglas and Harding.
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Jay Lovett
Sponsored by Sean Croft, Colin & Lyn Rendall
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 had established himself as a vital member of the side giving his all wherever asked to play.
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Marc Pullan
Sponsored by Kath Robinson
Position: Defender
Signed: January 2006
Previous Club: Worthing
Vastly experienced central defender. Enjoyed great success with the all-conquering 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 as 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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Scott Ramsay
Sponsored by Lok’n’Store
Position: Striker
Signed: July 2002
Previous Club: Dover Athletic
Began his career at Brighton & Hove Albion, and then moved Yeovil Town on loan. Played one game for Bognor Regis Town before transferring to Dover.
Although not renowned as an out-and-out goalscorer before joining Borough, 'Rambo' has been consistently the clubs season by season top goal scorer. A great favourite with Sports' fans not only with his goals, but also with his all round game and willingness to work hard off the ball and in defence when called upon.
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Matt Smart
Sponsored by SAFA ‘Developing Youth Footballers’
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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Allan Tait
Sponsored by Marc Tomlinson
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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Ross Treleavan
Sponsored by
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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Adam Wilde
Sponsored by Ministry Of Barbers 01323 638639
Position: Midfiled
Signed: September 2006
Previous Club: St Albans City
Joined The Sports after release from St Albans. Natural left-winger who attended Southampton Centre of Excellence before progressing to Cambridge United 1st team squad. Appeared in Coca Cola Cup for the U's before progressing a Non-League career. Provided many telling crosses and assists in his 1st season at Priory Lane.
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