| Port Talbot Town History &
Honours |
| Formed in 1901
Port Talbot played in the Swansea Senior League and in the 1920s
the Port Talbot & District League. In the 1950s the club were playing in the Welsh League Division Two Western Section, by 1984 Port Talbot Athletic were included in the National Division. It was not until 1997 that Dai Rees was appointed manager with Craig Duggan his assistant. A year later, driven by new chairman Andrew Edwards, the club established a three year plan to improve facilities off the field and achieve LoW status. This was realised at the end of the 1999-2000 season as Port finished runners up to Ton Pentre and promotion to the LoW. In the summer of 2001 the club name was changed to Port Talbot Town. The renamed club reached the semi-finals of the Welsh Cup in 2003-4 for the first time. Manager Mark Jones left for Carmarthen and there were discussions with close local rivals Afan Lido regarding a possible merger, but this was not agreed. There followed a period of steady improvement with Port Talbot finishing in the top six in both 2005-06 and 06-07. But perhaps the best news for Port Talbot was the return of manager Mark Jones in December 2008 after a break from football with Carmarthen Town. |
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2004-05 |
Welsh Premier League |
13th |
34 |
6 |
11 |
17 |
36 |
49 |
29 |
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2005-06 |
Welsh Premier League |
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34 |
15 |
11 |
8 |
47 |
30 |
56 |
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2006-07 |
Welsh Premier League |
6th |
32 |
15 |
6 |
11 |
42 |
39 |
51 |
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2007-08 |
Welsh Premier League |
4th |
34 |
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48 |
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2008-09 |
Welsh Premier League | 5th | 34 |
16 |
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48 |
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2009-10 |
Welsh Premier League | 3rd | 34 |
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The well respected Mark Jones initially took the helm at Port Talbot in 2001 and continued to develop the team up until his departure to Carmarthen in 2004. However after his dismissal by the West Wales side he was re-appointed following the surprise departure of Nicky Tucker, in December 2008. |
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| Lee
Kendall |
Goalkeeper
who joined Rhyl during
the summer of 2007 after four years with Haverfordwest, son of former
Welsh International stopper Mark Kendall. A very agile
'keeper and first rate shot stopper whose previous clubs include
Crystal Palace, Cardiff City, Shrewsbury and Barry. Signed for
Port Talbot during the summer of 2009. A Welsh
Under 21 International. (Dob: 08-01-1981) |
| Scott Barrow |
A promising young left footed defender
who has represented Wales Colleges, Scott began his career with Swansea
City and had brief experience with Briton Ferry. (Dob: 19-10-1988) |
| Matthew Rees |
One time Swansea City defender who has
represented Wales Under 21s, Matthew has also played for Millwall -
where he was captain of the reserve side - and Dagenham &
Redbridge. A tall old fashioned centre half, Matthew has also
played for Crawley and Newport County. (Dob: 02-09-1982) |
| Andy
Boslem |
A
Scottish born defender who played for Queens Park, making 28
appearances in the Scottish Second Division. Andy joined Port Talbot
during the summer of 2009. (Dob: 27-07-1989) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Gareth Phillips |
A major summer signing for
the club in 2004,. Gareth played a full season in midfield for Swansea
City before joining Newport County on his release from the Vetch Field.
His availability after a season at Newport alerted a host of
clubs before he elected to stay with Port Talbot after an impressive
pre-season. Strong midfield player with excellent distribution and
no-nonsense tackling. (Dob: 19-08-1979) |
| Matt Thompson |
A promising young
midfielder, Matt came through the Swansea City youth set up before
moving to Garw Athletic and then briefly Llanelli. He joined Port
Talbot in September 2007. (Dob: 29-05-1988) |
| Lloyd
Grist |
Wide
midfielder whose career began on the Shrewsbury Town academy and has
since taken in spells with Caersws and Aberystwyth in The Welsh
Premier, Dinas Powys in the Welsh League and Toronto Lynx in US Soccer
League. Joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2009. (Dob: 13-11-1985) |
| Dean Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. A tall, hard working and competittive midfielder. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Nicky Holland |
A
former Swansea City
trainee signed by Llanelli in the summer of 2007 following his release
by the Swans, moved on to Port Talbot two years later. A Wales Under-17
cap. (Dob: 24-04-1989 |
| Neil
Thomas |
Poweful
midfielder whose family home is
in the Nantlle area, Neil caught the eye with Llanelli during their
"great escape" from relegation in 2004-05, having moved to Stebonheath
from Taffs Well. Also has a brief spell
with Bangor City and Porthmadog before returning to Llanelli in
December
2005. Neil moved to Haverfordwest during the summer of 2007 and resumed
playing for Haverfordwest during the autumn of 2008 after a vacation in
Afghanistan. Joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2009. (Dob: 22-02-1982) |
| Lee Surman |
A strong central defender
who began his career with his local side Swansea City, Lee is in his
fourth season with Port Talbot Town. (Dob: 03-04-1986) |
| Liam McCreesh |
A promising
teenage striker who graduated from the Afan Lido youth side where he
made 70 Welsh Premiership starts. Joined Port Talbot after a
brief stay with Haverfordwest. (Dob: 09-09-1985) |
| Drew
Fahiya |
A
goalscoring forward discovered by former manager Nicky Tucker, Drew
joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2008 from Dinas Powys. He
has a decent strike rate for a young striker and has improved as the
season has gone on. (Dob: 17-04-1988) |
| Martin Rose |
A Portsmouth born striker
Martin signed from Grange Quins during the summer of 2006,
previously with Taffs Well and Bettws but began his career with
Southampton. A tall, direct striker Martin has also played for
Welsh Premier full timers Llanelli. (Dob: 29-02-1984) |
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| Kristian Rogers |
Former Wrexham FC
goalkeeper with 40 League appearances for The Racecourse club.
Has also played for Sheffield United and Macclesfield, more
recently Worksop and Northwich Victoria. Chester born Kristian
played his early football
with Blacon and has represented English Schools. (Dob: 02-10-1980) |
| Scott Barrow |
A promising young lef footed defender
who has represented Wales Colleges, Scott began his career with Swansea
City and had brief experience with Briton Ferry. (Dob: 19-10-1988) |
| Matthew Rees |
One time Swansea City defender who has
represented Wales Under 21s, Matthew has also played for Millwall -
where he was captain of the reserve side - and Dagenham &
Redbridge. A tall old fashioned centre half, Matthew has also
played for Crawley and Newport County. (Dob: 02-09-1982) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Gareth Phillips |
A major summer signing for
the club in 2004,. Gareth played a full season in midfield for Swansea
City before joining Newport County on his release from the Vetch Field.
His availability after a season at Newport alerted a host of
clubs before he elected to stay with Port Talbot after an impressive
pre-season. Strong midfield player with excellent distribution and
no-nonsense tackling. (Dob: 19-08-1979) |
| Matt Thompson |
A promising young
midfielder, Matt came through the Swansea City youth set up before
moving to Garw Athletic and then briefly Llanelli. He joined Port
Talbot in September 2007. (Dob: 29-05-1988) |
| Dean Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. A tall, hard working and competittive midfielder. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Darren
Davies |
A
hugely experienced campaigner comfortable in midfield or defence,
Darren joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2009. He has
played for such far flung football outposts as Stirling Albion and
Morton, and Dover Athletic and Forest Green. In South Wales he has
experience with Barry Town and Merthyr. (Dob: 13-08-1978) |
| Lee Surman |
A strong central defender
who began his career with his local side Swansea City, Lee is in his
fourth season with Port Talbot Town. (Dob: 03-04-1986) |
| Liam McCreesh |
A promising
teenage striker who graduated from the Afan Lido youth side where he
made 70 Welsh Premiership starts. Joined Port Talbot after a
brief stay with Haverfordwest. (Dob: 09-09-1985) |
| Kerry Morgan |
Another product of the
Swansea City youth system who has also played for Merthyr Tydfil,
joined Port Talbot initially on loan from The Swans during the summer
of 2007. Kerry enjoyed a fine start to the 2007-08 season and was
quickly amongst the club's leading goalscorers. (Dob: 31-10-1988) |
| Drew
Fahiya |
A
goalscoring forward discovered by former manager Nicky Tucker, Drew
joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2008 from Dinas Powys. He
has a decent strike rate for a young striker and has improved as the
season has gone on. (Dob: 17-04-1988) |
| Martin Rose |
A Portsmouth born striker
Martin signed from Grange Quins during the summer of 2006,
previously with Taffs Well and Bettws but began his career with
Southampton. A tall, direct striker Martin has also played for
Welsh Premier full timers Llanelli. (Dob: 29-02-1984) |
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| Kristian Rogers |
Former Wrexham FC
goalkeeper with 40 League appearances for The Racecourse club.
Has also played for Sheffield United and Macclesfield, more
recently Worksop and Northwich Victoria. Chester born Kristian
played his early football
with Blacon and has represented English Schools. (Dob: 02-10-1980) |
| Scott Barrow |
A promising young lef footed defender
who has represented Wales Colleges, Scott began his career with Swansea
City and had brief experience with Briton Ferry. (Dob: 19-10-1988) |
| Matthew Rees |
One time Swansea City defender who has
represented Wales Under 21s, Matthew has also played for Millwall -
where he was captain of the reserve side - and Dagenham &
Redbridge. A tall old fashioned centre half, Matthew has also
played for Crawley and Newport County. (Dob: 02-09-1982) |
| Craig Hanford |
Young central defender who came through
the Port Talbot youth system before gaining experience with his home
town side Neath and Skewen Athletic. (Dob: 08-07-1984) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Gareth Phillips |
A major summer signing for
the club in 2004,. Gareth played a full season in midfield for Swansea
City before joining Newport County on his release from the Vetch Field.
His availability after a season at Newport alerted a host of
clubs before he elected to stay with Port Talbot after an impressive
pre-season. Strong midfield player with excellent distribution and
no-nonsense tackling. (Dob: 19-08-1979) |
| Matt Thompson |
A promising young
midfielder, Matt came through the Swansea City youth set up before
moving to Garw Athletic and then briefly Llanelli. He joined Port
Talbot in September 2007. (Dob: 29-05-1988) |
| Dean Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. A tall, hard working and competittive midfielder. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Dylan Blain |
Midfielder signed in the
summer of 2006 after several seasons and more than a hundred league
appearances for his home town side Haverfordwest County. (Dob: 11-10-1982) |
| Lee Surman |
A strong central defender
who began his career with his local side Swansea City, Lee is in his
fourth season with Port Talbot Town. (Dob: 03-04-1986) |
| Liam McCreesh |
A promising
teenage striker who graduated from the Afan Lido youth side where he
made 70 Welsh Premiership starts. Joined Port Talbot after a
brief stay with Haverfordwest. (Dob: 09-09-1985) |
| Kerry Morgan |
Another product of the
Swansea City youth system who has also played for Merthyr Tydfil,
joined Port Talbot initially on loan from The Swans during the summer
of 2007. Kerry enjoyed a fine start to the 2007-08 season and was
quickly amongst the club's leading goalscorers. (Dob: 31-10-1988) |
| Martin Rose |
A Portsmouth born striker
Martin signed from Grange Quins during the summer of 2006,
previously with Taffs Well and Bettws but began his career with
Southampton. A tall, direct striker Martin has also played for
Welsh Premier full timers Llanelli. (Dob: 29-02-1984) |
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| Kristian Rogers |
Former Wrexham FC
goalkeeper with 40 League appearances for The Racecourse club.
Has also played for Sheffield United and Macclesfield, more
recently Worksop and Northwich Victoria. Chester born Kristian
played his early football
with Blacon and has represented English Schools. (Dob: 02-10-1980) |
| Tom Hooper |
Former Newport County and Cardiff City
youngster who can play in defence or midfield, joned Talbot during the
summer of 2005. (Dob: 21-02-1986) |
| Matthew Rees |
One time Swansea City defender who has
represented Wales Under 21s, Matthew has also played for Millwall -
where he was captain of the reserve side - and Dagenham &
Redbridge. A tall old fashioned centre half, Matthew has also
played for Crawley and Newport County. (Dob: 02-09-1982) |
| David Burrows |
Well respected
former Aberystwyth Town manager, a composed defender who joined The
Steelmen from Park Avenue during January 2007. Previous clubs
include Haverfordwest County, Briton Ferry and Cwmbran. David was manager at Park Avenue following the
departure of Gary Finlay and stayed on after the arrival of Brian Coyne
in November 2005. (Dob: 23-03-1972) |
| Craig Hanford |
Young central defender who came through
the Port Talbot youth system before gaining experience with Neath and
Skewen Athletic. (Dob: 08-07-1984) |
| Dyfan Pierce |
Former RAF defender who
moved to LLanelli under manager Nicky Tucker in the 2004-05 season and
joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2006. A
native of Penrhyndeudraeth in North Wales, Dyfan has also played for
Porthmadog. (Dob: 20-12-1980) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Dean Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. A tall, hard working and competittive midfielder. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Dane Williams |
Tall tough tackling
midfielder who joined the club from Merthye Tydfil, previous clubs
include
Welsh League outfit Blaenrhondda for whom he established a reputation
as a goalscoring midfielder. (Dob: 19-07-1984) |
| Lee John |
Attacking midfielder
who rejoined the club after a brief spell with Haverfordwest.
Previous clubs include Merthyr Tydfil and Neath. (Dob: 04-09-1984) |
| Richard French |
Midfielder previously with
Barry Town who joined the club during the summer of 2006. (Dob: 04-03-1984) |
| Michael Davies |
Midfielder, son of Talbot
manager Wayne Davies. (Dob: 11-10-1982) |
| Dylan Blain |
Midfielder signed in the
summer of 2006 after several seasons with Haverfordwest County.. (Dob: 11-10-1982) |
| Chad
Bond |
Former Swansea City striker
who has also played for Newport County, Chad joined Talbot during the
summer of 2006. A composed, confident goalscorer Chad has been
capped by Wales at Under 19 level. (Dob: 20-04-1987) |
| Martin Rose |
Striker signed from
Grange Quins during the summer of 2006, previously with Taffs Well and
Bettws but began his career with Southampton. A tall, direct
striker Martin has also played for Welsh Premier full timers Llanelli. (Dob: 29-02-1984) |
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| Marty Ellacott |
A well travelled veteran goalkeeper,
Marty has played for a number of Welsh clubs including
Newtown, from whom he joined Talbot at the end of the 2004-05 season,
as well as Ton Pentre, Inter Cardiff and Taffs Well. Across the
border he has played for Torquay and Plymouth Argyle. (Dob: 05-01-1970) |
| Neil Thomas |
Highly rated goalkeeper who
rejoined Talbot after a brief spell with newly promoted Grange Quins.
Neil has also played for Wales Boys Clubs, Cwmbran Town and Ton
Pentre and has represented Wales at Semi Professional level. (Dob: 02-06-1973) |
| Tom Hooper |
Former Newport County and Cardiff City
youngster who can play in defence or midfield, joned Talbot during the
summer of 2005. (Dob: 21-02-1986) |
| Matthew Rees |
One time Swansea City defender who has
represented Wales Under 21s, Matthew has also played for Milwall and
Dagenham & Redbridge. (Dob: 02-09-1982) |
| Nicky Jones |
Now in his second spell at the club,
originally signed in 2001 after spells at Afan Lido
and Torquay United. Left sided player who has also played for Neath
AFC in the Welsh League. (Dob: 24-01-1982) |
| Craig Hanford |
Young defender who came through the Port
Talbot youth system before gaining experience with Neath and Skewen
Athletic. (Dob: 08-07-1984) |
| Steve Devonald |
Midfielder or
left back who has played for Carmarthen Town and Llanelli where he
graduated through the youth system. Steve has represented Wales
Colleges. (Dob: 19-12-1981) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Kristian Dimond |
Promising young midfielder
who joined Cwmbran Town from Welling United and moved to
Talbot in January 2006. Previous clubs include Crystal Palace,
Cardiff City and Newport County. (Dob: 01-02-1983) |
| Chris Pridham |
Robust and
fiercely competitive midfielder previously with Barry Town
and Haverfordwest, signe in the summer of 2005 from relegated rivals
Afan Lido. A former Manchester City youth. (Dob: 11-08-1978) |
| Gareth Phillips |
A major summer signing for
the club. Gareth played a full season in midfield for Swansea City
before joining Newport County on his release from the
Vetch Field. His availability after a season at Newport alerted a host
of clubs before he elected to stay with Port Talbot after an impressive
pre-season. Strong midfield player with excellent distribution and
no-nonsense
tackling. (Dob: 19-08-1979) |
| Dean
Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Kristian James |
Promising midfielder whose
previous clubs include Cardiff City, Barry Town and Dover.
Joined Town from Cwmbran in October 2005. (Dob: 05-02-1982) |
| Luke Bowen |
Promising
young midfielder in his second season with the club. (Dob: 07-03-1988) |
| Andrew Pearson |
Port Talbot based striker who signed
for Port Talbot from local rivals Afan Lido during the Summer. Strong,
confident and exciting player who can hold the ball up well and is not
afraid to take people on. Has also played for Skewen Athletic and West
Ham United as a youngster. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Richard Ryan |
A product of the Port
Talbot youth system who played for Aberystwyth Town and Afan Lido
before rejoining Talbot in March 2005. (Dob: 23-09-1983) |
| Rhys Griffiths |
Tall striker who is good in
the air and on the ground. Signed from Haverfordwest County in
August 2004, previous clubs include Cwmbran Town. (Dob: 01-03-1980) |
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| Martin Davies |
Goalkeeper signed from Cambridge City of
the Dr Martens League during the summer of 2004. Has Welsh
Premiership experience with Llanelli. (Dob: 28-06-1979) |
| Liam Hancock |
Made a huge impression on the Welsh
League during his time at Neath AFC despite his young age and attracted
interest from a number of Welsh Premier League
clubs after an impressive season last year. Powerful central defender
who has also scored important goals from set pieces. (Dob: 29-07-1982) |
| Stephen Healy |
A member of the Bettws side that won
the Welsh League a few seasons ago. A young central defender who made
his debut for the club at Bangor City last season. Was part of
the successful Swansea University side and also played for Grange Quins
last season. (Dob: 19-09-1982) |
| Nicky Jones |
Now in his second spell at the club,
originally signed in 2001 after spells at Afan Lido
and Torquay United. Left sided player who has also played for
Neath AFC in the Welsh League. (Dob: 24-01-1982) |
| Robert Cockings . |
Has played for the club for a number of
seasons since joining from local league side Trefelin. Was part of the
team that won promotion to the Welsh Premier League
in 1999 and is the only remaining player from that side. Excellent
footballer who is known for his long throw. (Dob: 26-02-1976) |
| Leigh DeVulgt |
Defender who moved into the
Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen from Swansea City in January 2003, a
Welsh Youth and U21 International. Leigh made 30 first
team appearances for The Swans. Signed for Port Talbot in October
2004. (Dob: 10-03-1987) |
| Stephen Parry |
Signed in the summer of 2004 from local
rivals Afan Lido after a number of seasons at the club. Had a
brief spell at Neath AFC under manager Wayne Davies. Left sided
player who is influential both in attack and defence. (Dob: 22-03-1978) |
| Wayne Savage |
Midfielder from Fochrhiw in Merthyr.
Made a name for himself with Ton Pentre before joining home club
Merthyr Tydfil and more than impressing in the Doc Martins league.
Joined Port Talbot on loan from Merthyr before making a permanent move
to Victoria Road two years ago. An influential player who can
perform the unexpected. (Dob: 24-09-1976) |
| Jason Hislop |
Very skill-full left sided
player who has suffered with injury over the last year. Played
for Neath AFC in the Welsh League before joining Port Talbot at the
start of last season. (Dob: 31-05-1981) |
| Dean
Johnston |
Port Talbot based fireman
who played in Europe during a brief spell at Carmarthen Town.
Played for Afan Lido for a number of seasons along with Welsh
League sides Neath AFC and Goytre United. Re-signed for Port Talbot in
the summer of 2004 after a handful of appearances for the club last
year. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Gareth Phillips |
A major summer signing for
the club. Gareth played a full season in midfield for Swansea City
before joining Newport County on his release from the
Vetch Field. His availability after a season at Newport alerted a host
of clubs before he elected to stay with Port Talbot after an impressive
pre-season. Strong midfield player with excellent distribution and
no-nonsense
tackling. (Dob: 19-08-1979) |
| Mike
Waters |
Promising young midfielder. (Dob: 22-03-1985) |
| Lee Skyrme |
Midfielder signed from
Llanelli in August 2004, previously with Maesteg Park. (Dob: 14-09-1975) |
| Lee John |
Promising young striker. (Dob: 04-09-1984) |
| Russell Wigley |
Experienced striker who previous Welsh
Premiership clubs include Inter Cardiff, Ebbw Vale and Cwmbran. (Dob: 09-01-1972) |
| Andrew Pearson |
Port Talbot based striker who signed
for Port Talbot from local rivals Afan Lido during the Summer. Strong,
confident and exciting player who can hold the ball up well and is not
afraid to take people on. Has also played for Skewen Athletic. (Dob: 09-05-1978) |
| Lee John |
Played in the successful
Haverfordwest side that qualified for Europe last season after
making a name for himself with Neath AFC in the Welsh League. An
exciting player with an eye for goal who also made a handful of
appearances for Merthyr Tydfil last season. |
| Carl
Shaw |
Striker signed from Neath
AFC during the summer of 2004 where he earned a reputation as a
consistent goalscorer. (Dob: 30-05-1975) |
| Rhys Griffiths |
Tall striker who is good in
the air and on the ground. Signed from Haverfordwest County in
August 2004, previous clubs include Cwmbran Town. (Dob: 01-03-1980) |