Port Talbot Town



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  GenQuip Stadium
  Victoria Road
  Port Talbot
  West Glamorgan
  SA12 6AD
  Ground:
  Tel: 016394 882465
  Manager
  Andrew Dyer
  Secretary
  John Dawkins      


   Port Talbot is a steel town located ten miles east of Swansea on the South Wales coast in West Glamorgan.
  The football ground is close to the sea front.
  From the M4 follow signs for Port Talbot and then Aberavon beach, ground visible from the road (on the left) approx 1-2 miles from the motorway. 
  Parking in local streets.  Clubhouse on the ground. 		 
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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.
  However by Christmas 2012 Mark Jones had gone and Scott Young appointed in his place. He was followed by Scott Young and then Jarred Harvey before Bernard McNally took up the reigns in November 2014. Not long after McNally moved on and that opened the door for Andrew Dyer.



Port Talbot Town Playing Record 1991-2015
 
Season
 Competition
Pos
P
W
D
L
F
A
Pts
1
1990-91
               
2
1991-92








3
1992-93
 Abacus League 
9th






4
1993-94
 Abacus League 
16th
34
9
7
18
43
71
34
5
1994-95
 Abacus League 
8th






6
1995-96
 Office Visions Welsh League D2
3rd
30
19
5
6
69
32
62
7
1996-97
 Abacus League Division 1
10th
34
12
7
15
38
49
43
8
1997-98
 Welsh League Division 1
5th






9
1998-99
 Welsh League Division 1
9th






10
1999-00
 Office Visions Division 1 
2nd
34
22
9
3
85
33
75
11
2000-01
 League of Wales
16th
34
10
5
19
49
77
35
12
2001-02
 League of Wales
12th
34
12
7
15
44
55
43
13
2003-04
 Welsh Premier League
11th
32
11
6
15
41
51
39
14
 2004-05
 Welsh Premier League
 13th
 34
 6
 11
 17
 36
 49
 29
15
 2005-06
 Welsh Premier League
5th
 34
 15
 11
 8
 47
 30
 56
16
 2006-07
 Welsh Premier League
 6th
 32
 15
 6
 11
 42
 39
 51
17
 2007-08
 Welsh Premier League
 4th
 34
 17
 8
 9
 57
 48
 59
18
 2008-09
 Welsh Premier League 5th 34
 16
 8
 10
 57
 48
 56
19
 2009-10
 Welsh Premier League 3rd 34
 19
 8
 7
 56
 23
 65
20
 2010-11
 Welsh Premier League 6th
 32
 8
 12
 12
 37
 48
 36
21
 2011-12
 Welsh Premier League 9th 32
 8
 9
 15
 39
 51
 33
22
 2012-13
 Welsh Premier League 4th 32
 13
 8
 11
 51
 52
 47
23
 2013-14
 Welsh Premier League
 9th
 32
 10
 8
 14
 45
 53
 38
24
 2014-15
 Welsh Premier League 5th
 32
 13
 4
 15
 54
 59
 43

 
Manager:  Andrew Dyer

  An apprentice with Crystal Palace who was forced to retire through injury, Andrew impressed as youth team manager with Pontardawe.
  He then became manager with Skewern who in turn merged with Neath whom he guided to the Welsh Premier League. Unhappily he was sacked by The Eagles but bounced back into management with Afan Lido before taking a break from the game in 2012.
  He returned to management in March 2015 after the surprise departure of Port Talbot boss Bernard McNally, guiding the Steelmen to a creditable fifth place finish.
Port Talbot Town
 Previous Managers
 Port Talbot Town
 August 1997 - October 2000
 October 2000-May 2001
 July 2001-September 2001
 October 2001-May 2004
 May 2004-April 2007
Dave Rees
 Simon Dyer
 Wayne Goodridge
 Mark Jones
 Wayne Davies
April 2007-November 2007
 November 2007-November 2008
 December 2008-November 2012
 December 2012-March 2014
 May 2014-Nov 2014
Tony Pennock
 Nicky Tucker
 Mark Jones
 Scott Young
 Jarred Harvey
November 2014-March 2015 March 2015-


Bernard McNaly
 Andrew Dyer





   UPDATED NOVEMBER 2015



Port Talbot Town
Players & Squad Numbers 2015-16

GOALKEEPER
1
  Steven Cann
   A Benoni, South African born goalkeeper, Stephen has represented Wales Under 17s & 19s and Under 23 Semi Professionals.  He began his career with Derby County but was released a signed by Rotherham United and for whom he saved two  penalties in a shoot out in a Football League Trophy semi final win. Also made two Football League appearances for United.
  Stephen signed for Aberystwyth in 2009 and, ninety odd appearances later, for West Wales rivals Carmarthen in July 2012. Moved along the coast to Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 10
 12
 1988
13
  Conah Fenton
  A Swansea born goalkeeper Conah arrived at Port Talbot Town as a youth team player from Swansea Junior League side Union Rangers and was promoted to the first team squad in January 2014 as understudy to regular glovesman Stephen Cann.
Dob
 18
 05
 1996

DEFENCE
2
  Craig Jones
   An experienced Welsh Premier campaigner who can play in defence or midfield.
  His previous clubs include Afan Lido, Llanelli and Port Talbot whom he rejoined during the summer of 2015 after a two year absence during which time he played in Australia.
Dob
26
03
1987
3
  James Parry
   A promising young central defender James joined Port Talbot from junior side Risca United during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 27
 05
 1995
5
  Alan Tate
    Veteran defender Alan Tate joined Port Talbot at the end of October 2015 after a lengthy association with Swansea City.
  Durham born he joined Manchester United as a schoolboy but left to join Swansea in 2004 without making a first team appearance for the Old Trafford club, despite loan spells at Royal Antwerp and Swansea.
  During his time with The Swans he made 257 appearances whilst also enjoying loan spells with Leeds, Yeovil, Aberdeen and Crewe where he made 26 appearances during the 2014-15 season.
Dob
02
09
1982
13
  Matt Long
   A promising young defender, left footed Matt joined Port Talbot from Bristol City during the summer of 2015.
  Matt previously played for Yeovil Town.
Dob
31
01
1997
14
  Dave Vincent
   Central defender Dave joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2015 from Caerau Ely.
  He recently spent a period on trial at Newport County but had spent nine years with Ely, many as club captain.
Dob
00
00
1900
15
  Joseph Jones
   A calm young defender Joseph joined Port Talbot upon his release by Swansea City in 2015.
Dob
14
07
1996

MIDFIELD
4
  Paul Fowler
   Cardiff born striker or attacking midfielder, Paul joined Carmarthen from Cardiff based Bridgend Street in the Autumn of 2006. 
  After more than three season and one hundred Welsh Premier appearances for The Old Gold, Paul moved to Neath during the summer of 2010 and was allowed to join Carmarthen during the January 2012 transfer window.
  Signed for Port Talbot during the summer of 2015.
Dob
02
08
1985
6
  Joe Clarke
   A summer signing from local Welsh League side Goytre United.
Dob
00
00
1900
7
  Chris Jones
   A Swansea born winger Chris made seven Football League appearances for The Swans and eight more during a loan period with Cambridge United.
  In 2009 he joined Grimsby but returned to South Wales for a loan spell with Neath. In 2010 he embarked upon a two year stay with Neath, racking up 55 Welsh Premier appearances as the Gnoll club went full time. Chris then moved to The New Saints and spent a season at Glochester before joining Port Talbot.
Dob
12
09
1989
8
  Liam McCreesh
   A tough tackling midfielder Liam came through the youth system at nearby Afan Lido and has since played more than 250 Welsh Premier matches for Lido, Haverfordwest, Port Talbot and Carmarthen.
Dob
 09
 09
 1985
10
  Luke Bowen
   A Neath born forward, Luke joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2010 after a successful goal scoring season with Aberystwyth. A nephew of former Wales defender Mark Bowen, Luke has previously played for Goytre United and Haverfordwest County.
  Signed for his home town team during the summer of 2011 and then for Carmarthen after a spell playing in Australia in January 2014. Moved to Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 07
 03
 1988
12  Kurtis March
   A Swansea born midfielder Kurstis spent five years on the Cardiff City academy before signing for The Swans as a fifteen year old.
  He joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2015.
Dob
30
04
1993
17
  Jamie Latham
   A promising young midfielder Jamie was a member of the Swansea City academy who then moved to Trefelin Boys club.
  He then joined Afan Lido where his father Chris Latham has been a member of the 2007 Welsh Cup final squad.
  Jamie signed for Port Talbot during the summer of 2015.
Dob
08
12
1996

FORWARDS
9
  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 joined Port Talbot from Llanelli during the January 2013 transfer window.
Dob
 29
 02
 1984
16
  Jon Hood   Jon joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2015.
  His previous clubs include Afan Lido and Carmarthen Town in the Welsh Premier alongside a brief spell at Hereford United. He played Welsh League football for Bryntirion, Caerau and Ton Pentre
Dob
07
02
1991
23
  Jamie Harston
   A young striker who came through the academy structure at Portsmouth, Jamie joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2015.
  His previous clubs include Cardiff, Swansea, Celtic, Afan Lido and Goytre United. Jamie is the nephew of former Wales striker John Hartson.
Dob
20
10
1994
Port Talbot Town Players 2015-16



Port Talbot Town
Players & Squad Numbers 2014-15

GOALKEEPER
1
  Conah McFenton
   A Swansea born goalkeeper Conah arrived at Port Talbot Town as a youth team player from Swansea Junior League side Union Rangers and was promoted to the first team squad in January 2014 as understudy to regular glovesman Stephen Cann.
Dob
 18
 05
 1996
13
  Stephen Cann
   A Benoni, South African born goalkeeper, Stephen has represented Wales Under 17s & 19s and Under 23 Semi Professionals.  He began his career with Derby County but was released a signed by Rotherham United and for whom he saved two  penalties in a shoot out in a Football League Trophy semi final win. Also made two Football League appearances for United.
  Stephen signed for Aberystwyth in 2009 and, ninety odd appearances later, for West Wales rivals Carmarthen in July 2012. Moved along the coast to Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 10
 12
 1988

DEFENCE
2
  Corey Thomas
   An attack minded defender who has also played for Afan Lido, Corey made sixteen starts for Carmarthen during the 2010-11 season and has some fifty Welsh Premier appearances - including seventeen from the bench for The Old Gold.
  Neath born Corey is a Wales Boys Club International.
Dob
 30
 11
 1989
3
  James Parry
   A promising young defender James joined Port Talbot from junior side Risca United during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 27
 05
 1995
6
  Lee Surman
   A powerful Swansea born defender Lee began his career with The Swans before joining Port Talbot during the summer of 2004.
  He has representd Wales Semi Professionals at Under 23 and "full international" level whilst totting up 200 WP appearances. Lee joined Llanelli in June 2011. Rejoined Port Talbot in January 2013.
Dob
 09
 03
 1993
5
  Carl Evans
   A towering muscular defender Carl progressed through Afan Lido's academy structure to make forty Welsh Premier appearances for the club before moving briefly to local rivals Port Talbot. He returned to Lido to help guide the club back to the Welsh Premier in 2011.
  Carl joined Carmarthen from Afan Lido during the summer of 2012. In October 2013 he chalked up his 100th Welsh Premier League start.
Dob
 13
 06
 1986
12
  Leigh DeVulgt
   Defender Leigh moved into the Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen upon his release by Swansea City in January 2003 Whilst with The Swans he was capped by Wales at Youth and U21 International level and made thirty first team appearances. 
  Leigh signed for Port Talbot in October 2004 and has totted up 192 WP starts for the club, in addition to a further fourty three for Carmarthen and Llanelli.
Dob
 10
 03
 1987
22  Danny Sheehan  A well travelled defender Danny began his career at Swansea City but despite being awarded a professional contract was released by The Swans in 2010. Has since played for Salisbury City and Carmarthen Town before joined Afan Lido in July 2011.
  A year later Danny made the short journey across town to join Port Talbot ahead of the 2012-13 season.
Dob
 22
 12
 1990

MIDFIELD
4
  Ashley Evans
   Hard working defender or midfielder who joined Neath from Merthyr Tydfil during the summer of 2009.  Ashley was previously with both Ton Pentre plus Newport County and Swansea City as a youth. Joined Llanelli in January 2011.
  Joined Port Talbot from Stebonheath in January 2013.
Dob
 18
 07
 1989
8
  Liam McCreesh
   A tough tackling midfielder Liam came through the youth system at nearby Afan Lido and has since played more than 250 Welsh Premier matches for Lido, Haverfordwest, Port Talbot and Carmarthen.
Dob
 09
 09
 1985
10
  Luke Bowen
   A Neath born forward, Luke joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2010 after a successful goal scoring season with Aberystwyth. A nephew of former Wales defender Mark Bowen, Luke has previously played for Goytre United and Haverfordwest County.
  Signed for his home town team during the summer of 2011 and then for Carmarthen after a spell playing in Australia in January 2014. Moved to Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 07
 03
 1988
14
  Kieron Lewis
   Midfielder Kieron came through Cambrian & Clydach youth system and has represented Wales at College and University level, and also being selected for the British University side
Dob
 26
 06
 1993
19  Laurent Mondo
   A former Bristol City youth team player Cardiff born Laurent has also played for Caerau Ely from whom he joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 18
 09
 1994

FORWARDS
26
  Rhys Griffiths
   A big old fashioned centre forward Rhys rejoined Port Talbot in July 2013 following a spell in English football.
  Rhys enjoyed a successful run of seven Golden Boot seasons, primarily with Llanelli, but also with Carmarthen Town and Port Talbot. He was tempted by an offer to joined Plymouth Argyle during the summer of 2013 but was released at Christmas and after six months with Merthyr he came back to the Steelworks town.
Dob
 01
 03
 19080
9
  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 joined Port Talbot from Llanelli during the January 2013 transfer window.
Dob
 29
 02
 1984
15
  Keyon Reffel   Keyon joined Afan Lido during the summer of 2013.
  He made a name for himself in the Welsh League with Caerau Ely and Dinas Powys with close control and a change of pace.
  Moved to Carmarthen during the January 2014 transfer window.
Dob
 06
 10
 1990
17
  Luke Borelli
   A former Boys Club of Wales cap, Luke is a product of the Lido academy who moved on to play for Pontardawe before rejoining the club in July 2012.
  Moved across town to joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 28
 03
 1991
18
  Chad Bond
   A former Swansea City youth team player Chad joined Port Talbot in the January 2013 transfer window after making a couple of appearances for Los Angeles Blues.
  During a professional stint with The Swans Chad was loaned to Spanish club CF Balaguer and Swedish side Ostersunds. Closer to home he has played for Newport County as well as Welsh Premier sides Neath, Llanelli and Afan Lido.
  This is his second spell with Port Talbot having scored twelve goals in 47 games between 2006 and 2008.
Dob
 20
 05
 1987
Port Talbot Town Players 2014-15


Port Talbot Town
Players & Squad Numbers 2013-14

GOALKEEPER
29
  Stephen Hall
   Goalkeeper Stephen joined Port Talbot from AFC Porth but returned to the Welsh League club on loan after making ten Welsh Premier appearances for Port Talbot.
  Pontypridd born Stepehn lives in the Rhondda valley.
Dob
 11
 04
 1985
25
  David Burnett
   A promising young goalkeeper Cardiff born David has previously played for local sides Caerau Ely, Pentwyn Dynamoes and Dinas Powys.
  Dave has also played baseball for Wales at youth level, at the start of the 2013-14 season Dave had made around a dozen Welsh Premier appearances for Port Talbot.
Dob
 28
 01
 1990

DEFENCE
2
  Danny Sheehan
   A well travelled defender Danny began his career at Swansea City but despite being awarded a professional contract was released by The Swans in 2010. Has since played for Salisbury City and Carmarthen Town before joined Afan Lido in July 2011.
  A year later Danny made the short journey across town to join Port Talbot ahead of the 2012-13 season.
Dob
 22
 12
 1990
3
  James Bloom
   A Cardiff born defender signed from Gloucester City during the January 2012 transfer window, James is a Wales U21 International. He began his career with Cardiff City where he caught the eye of U21s boss Bryan Flynn before joining Scottish side Falkirk.
  Whilst in Scotland left footer James spent a loan spell with nearby Alloa Athletic making fifteen league starts.
Dob
 11
 08
 1991
5
  Lee Surman
   A powerful Swansea born defender Lee began his career with The Swans before joining Port Talbot during the summer of 2004.
  He has representd Wales Semi Professionals at Under 23 and "full international" level whilst totting up 200 WP appearances. Lee joined Llanelli in June 2011. Rejoined Port Talbot in January 2013.
Dob
 09
 03
 1993
6
  Gethin Jones
   An experienced defender who began his career with Carmarthen and rejoined the club in July 2013.
  In 2001 Gethin joined Cardiff City for a £50 000 fee but suffered a broken leg after just three appearances for The Bluebirds. Has since played for Merthyr and Bath City.
Dob
 08
 08
 1981
12
  Leigh DeVulgt
   Defender Leigh moved into the Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen upon his release by Swansea City in January 2003 Whilst with The Swans he was capped by Wales at Youth and U21 International level and made thirty first team appearances. 
  Leigh signed for Port Talbot in October 2004 and has totted up 192 WP starts for the club, in addition to a further fourty three for Carmarthen and Llanelli.
Dob
 10
 03
 1987

MIDFIELD
4
  Ashley Evans
   Hard working defender or midfielder who joined Neath from Merthyr Tydfil during the summer of 2009.  Ashley was previously with both Ton Pentre plus Newport County and Swansea City as a youth. Joined Llanelli in January 2011.
  Joined Port Talbot from Stebonheath in January 2013.
Dob
 18
 07
 1989
7
  Lee John
   A well travelled midfielder or striker Lee has totted up moe than 230 Welsh Premier appearances scoring twenty odd goals as the 2012-13 season gets underway.
  The huge majority of these have been with Port Talbot although Lee has played with Haverfordwest in two separate spells. Lee has also played for Neath in the Welsh League and in the English non league pyramid with Newport County.
Dob
 04
 09
 1984
8
  Lewis Harlin
   A highly rated Cardiff born midfielder Lewis joined Port Talbot from Welsh League Third Division side Grange Quins during the summer of 2011.
Dob
 11
 06
 1992
15
  Nicky Holland
   A former Swansea City trainee signed by Llanelli in the summer of 2007 following his release by the Swans, Nicky moved to Port Talbot two years later.
  Capped by Wales at Under 17 level, Nicky starts with 2012-13 season with sixty nine Welsh Premier starts to his name - exactly fifty of which are with Port Talbot.
Dob
 24
 04
 1989
16
  Dylan Blain
   Haverfordwest born midfielder Dylan joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2010.
  He spent five season with the Bridge Meadow side before moving to Port Talbot in 2006, returning to Haverfordwest two years later. Dylan also spent a season with Newtown in amassing 278 Welsh Premier league starts as the 2012-13 season gets underway.
Dob
 11
 10
 1982
17
  Duane Saunders
   Swansea born midfielder Duane signed for Port Talbot from San Fransisco Seals in December 2011 but suffered a broken leg which delayed his debut.
  He will be hoping for better luck as the 2012-13 campaign gets underway.
Dob
 22
 09
 1986
19
  Adie Harris
   A Welsh Semi Pro midfielder, Adie has considerable experience on both sides of the border.
  He began his career as a Cardiff City apprentice and went on to play for Bath City, Hornchurch, Merthyr Tydfil and Weston Supermare. In Welsh Premier circles he has totalled more than a hundred starts for Llanelli, Haverfordwest, Neath and nw Port Talbot.
Dob
 21
 02
 1981
20  Sam France
   A promsiing young midfielder Sam has progressed through the Port Talbot Town youth and reserve system.
Dob
 00
 00
 1900
39
  David Brooks
   A consistent goalscorer with Welsh League side Bridgend Street, David joined Port Talbot in May 2010.
  He marked his Port Talbot debut with a goal against Turku in the Europa League in July 2010 and similarily scored against Bala Town on his Welsh Premier bow a month later.
Dob
 19
 05
 1989

FORWARDS
26
  Rhys Griffiths
   A big old fashioned centre forward Rhys rejoined Port Talbot in July 2013 following a spell in English football.
  Rhys enjoyed a successful run of seven Golden Boot seasons, primarily with Llanelli, but also with Carmarthen Town and Port Talbot. He was tempted by an offer to joined Plymouth Argyle during the summer of 2013 but was released at Christmas and after six months with Merthyr he came back to the Steelworks town.
Dob
 01
 03
 19080
9
  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 joined Port Talbot from Llanelli during the January 2013 transfer window.
Dob
 29
 02
 1984
19
  Adam Wright
   Rhondda born Adam joined Port Talbot from Welsh League side AFC Porth during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 30
 05
 1991
20
  Sam Sullivan
   A pacey winger Sam joined Port Talbot just a the transfer window drew to a close in August 2013.
  In the English system Sam has played for Newport County and Merthyr Tydfil plus Cinderford Town. In Wales he enjoyed a brief spell with Carmarthen Town.
Dob
 14
 07
 1986
31
  Chad Bond
   A former Swansea City youth team player Chad joined Port Talbot in the January 2013 transfer window after making a couple of appearances for Los Angeles Blues.
  During a professional stint with The Swans Chad was loaned to Spanish club CF Balaguer and Swedish side Ostersunds. Closer to home he has played for Newport County as well as Welsh Premier sides Neath, Llanelli and Afan Lido.
  This is his second spell with Port Talbot having scored twelve goals in 47 games between 2006 and 2008.
Dob
 20
 05
 1987
Port Talbot Town Players 2013-14



Port Talbot Town
Players & Squad Numbers 2012-13

GOALKEEPER
1
  Craig Richards
   Young goalkeeper Craig joined his home town side Llanelli from Dafen Welfare  in July 2007 and made his debut for the club as a 16 year old. Joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2012.
  At the start of the 2012-13 campaign Craig has fourteen Welsh Premier starts to his name, all but one with Llanelli - the other during a whistle stop loan spell at Aberystwyth.
Dob
 25
 01
 1991
25
  David Burnett
   A promising young goalkeeper Cardiff born David has previously played for local sides Caerau Ely, Pentwyn Dynamoes and Dinas Powys.
  Dave has also played baseball for Wales at youth level.
Dob
 28
 01
 1990

DEFENCE
2
  Danny Sheehan
   A well travelled defender Danny began his career at Swansea City but despite being awarded a professional contract was released by The Swans in 2010. Has since played for Salisbury City and Carmarthen Town before joined Afan Lido in July 2011.
  A year later Danny made the short journey across town to join Port Talbot ahead of the 2012-13 season.
Dob
 22
 12
 1990
3
  Paul Keddle
   A well travelled defender Paul joined Newtown during the summer of 2010 from Merthyr Tydfil. A Welsh Non League International he has also played for Rhayader Town, Carmarthen, Bath City and Newport County.
  Rejoined Port Talbot during the summer of 2011. At the start of the 2012-12 campaign Paul is closing in on his one hundredth Welsh Premier start, with 94 to his name.
Dob
 18
 11
 1983
5
  Liam Hancock
   Joined Port Talbot from local rivals Afan Lido during the summer of 2012  Previous clubs include Neath and Carmarthen Town.
  As a youngster Liam had trials with Nottingham Forest and West Bromwich Albion.
  Prior the the commencement of the 2012-13 season Liam has 187 Welsh Premier starts to his name plus seven as substitute, with precisely 50 starts whilst with Port Talbot.
Dob
 29
 07
 1982
6
  James Bloom
   A Cardiff born defender signed from Gloucester City during the January 2012 transfer window, James is a Wales U21 International. He began his career with Cardiff City where he caught the eye of U21s boss Bryan Flynn before joining Scottish side Falkirk.
  Whilst in Scotland left footer James spent a loan spell with nearby Alloa Athletic making fifteen league starts.
Dob
 11
 08
 1991
12
  Leigh DeVulgt
   Defender Leigh moved into the Welsh Premiership with Carmarthen upon his release by Swansea City in January 2003 Whilst with The Swans he was capped by Wales at Youth and U21 International level and made thirty first team appearances. 
  Leigh signed for Port Talbot in October 2004 and has totted up 192 WP starts for the club, in addition to a further fourty three for Carmarthen and Llanelli.
Dob
 10
 03
 1987
22
  Arran Biddescombe
   A Swansea born youngster, Arran is a product of the Port Talbot youth and reserve system who made his Welsh Premier debut during the 2011-12 season.
  In June 2011 Arran was awarded a two year contract with the club.
Dob
 09
 03
 1993
5
  Lee Surman
   A powerful Swansea born defender Lee began his career with The Swans before joining Port Talbot during the summer of 2004.
  He has representd Wales Semi Professionals at Under 23 and "full international" level whilst totting up 200 WP appearances. Lee joined Llanelli in June 2011. Rejoined Port Talbot in January 2013.
Dob
 09
 03
 1993

MIDFIELD
4
  Ashley Evans
   Hard working defender or midfielder who joined Neath from Merthyr Tydfil during the summer of 2009.  Ashley was previously with both Ton Pentre plus Newport County and Swansea City as a youth. Joined Llanelli in January 2011.
  Joined Port Talbot from Stebonheath in January 2013.
Dob
 18
 07
 1989
7
  Lee John
   A well travelled midfielder or striker Lee has totted up moe than 230 Welsh Premier appearances scoring twenty odd goals as the 2012-13 season gets underway.
  The huge majority of these have been with Port Talbot although Lee has played with Haverfordwest in two separate spells. Lee has also played for Neath in the Welsh League and in the English non league pyramid with Newport County.
Dob
 04
 09
 1984
8
  Lewis Harlin
   A highly rated Cardiff born midfielder Lewis joined Port Talbot from Welsh League Third Division side Grange Quins during the summer of 2011.
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 06
 1992
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  Nicky Holland
   A former Swansea City trainee signed by Llanelli in the summer of 2007 following his release by the Swans, Nicky moved to Port Talbot two years later.
  Capped by Wales at Under 17 level, Nicky starts with 2012-13 season with sixty nine Welsh Premier starts to his name - exactly fifty of which are with Port Talbot.
Dob
 24
 04
 1989
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  Dylan Blain
   Haverfordwest born midfielder Dylan joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2010.
  He spent five season with the Bridge Meadow side before moving to Port Talbot in 2006, returning to Haverfordwest two years later. Dylan also spent a season with Newtown in amassing 278 Welsh Premier league starts as the 2012-13 season gets underway.
Dob
 11
 10
 1982
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  Duane Saunders
   Swansea born midfielder Duane signed for Port Talbot from San Fransisco Seals in December 2011 but suffered a broken leg which delayed his debut.
  He will be hoping for better luck as the 2012-13 campaign gets underway.
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 22
 09
 1986
20  Sam France
   A promsiing young midfielder Sam has progressed through the Port Talbot Town youth and reserve system.
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 00
 1900
23
  Matty Crowell
   A well travelled midfielder whose early career took in Swansea and Southampton, Matty joined Port Talbot for the second time during the summer of 2012.
  He is best known for a lengthy spell with Wrexham where he madea hundred first team appearances before joining Northwich Victoria. Matty moved to Central Coast Mariners in Australia before linking up with Altrincham and then Farnborough.
  Prior to returning to Port Talbot he was playing in Spain for CD Ourense.
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 03
 07
 1984
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  David Brooks
   A consistent goalscorer with Welsh League side Bridgend Street, David joined Port Talbot in May 2010.
  He marked his Port Talbot debut with a goal against Turku in the Europa League in July 2010 and similarily scored against Bala Town on his Welsh Premier bow a month later.
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 19
 05
 1989

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  Cortez Belle
   Tall, powerful and occasionally menacing Coventry born striker or centrehalf who has more than his share of clubs either side of the border.
  These include Merthyr Tydfil, Chester where he made close on forty Football league appearances, Newport, Llanelli, Halifax, Northwich Vics and Chippenham. In the Welsh Premier Cortez has scored 18 goals from 63 starts for Llanelli and Port Talbot.
Dob
 27
 08
 1983

 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 joined Port Talbot from Llanelli during the January 2013 transfer window.
Dob
 29
 02
 1984
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  Adam Wright
   Rhondda born Adam joined Port Talbot from Welsh League side AFC Porth during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 30
 05
 1991
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  Chad Bond
   A former Swansea City youth team player Chad joined Port Talbot in the January 2013 transfer window after making a couple of appearances for Los Angeles Blues.
  During a professional stint with The Swans Chad was loaned to Spanish club CF Balaguer and Swedish side Ostersunds. Closer to home he has played for Newport County as well as Welsh Premier sides Neath, Llanelli and Afan Lido.
  This is his second spell with Port Talbot having scored twelve goals in 47 games between 2006 and 2008.
Dob
 20
 05
 1987
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Bartek Fogler
 A Polish goalkeeper, Bartek played for Polonia Warsaw and was capped by Poland at U19 level before moving to England to for trials with Wrexham and Bristol City but signed for Crewe Alexandra. Before his move to England he has been playing for Nowy Dwor Mazowiecki.  After his release he linked up briefly with Neath but signed for Port Talbot in October 2011 as an emergency replacement for Kristian Rogers.
(Dob:  28-01-1981)
Kristian Rogers
  
  
  
  
 
Chester born Kristian began his football career as an England Schools International who went on to make more than fifty first team appearances for Wrexham. He has also kept goal for Sheffield United, Macclesfield, Worksop and Northwich Vics.  In Welsh domestic football Kristian has totted up more than a hundred league starts, mainly for Port Talbot Town, whom he rejoined from Airbus during the summer of 2011.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Paul Keddle
 A well travelled defender Paul joined Newtown during the summer of 2010 from Merthyr Tydfil. A Welsh Non League International he has also played for Rhayader Town, Carmarthen, Bath City and Newport County. Rejoined Port Talbot during the summer of 2011.
(Dob:  18-11-1983)
James Bloom
 A defender signed from Bath City during the January 2012 transfer window, James is a Wales U21 International. He began his career with Cardiff City where he caught the eye of U21s boss Bryan Flynn before joining Falkirk. Whilst in Scotland he spent a loan spell with Alloa making fifteen league starts.
(Dob:  11-08-1991)
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 and returned in 2011 from a spell with Newtown.
(Dob:  29-05-1988)
Dylan Blain
 Haverfordwest born midfielder Dylan made half of his 200 plus WP appearances for his home town side, but has since played for Port Talbot and Newtown in two different spells.
(Dob:  11-10-1982)
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
Sacha Walters
 A pugnacious little midfielder who scores important goals, Sacha has more than 200 Welsh Premier appearances for Afan Lido and Carmarthen Town, added to those made for Port Talbot since August 2011.
(Dob:  20-06-1984)
Lee John
 A well travelled striker Lee has totted up moe than 200 Welsh Premier appearances scoring twenty odd goals as the 2011-12 season gets underway. The huge majority of these have been with Port Talbot although Lee has played with Haverfordwest in two seperate spells.
(Dob:  04-09-1984)
David Brooks
  
A consistent goalscorer with Bridgend Town, David joined Port Talbot during tin May 2010.
(Dob:  19-05-1989
Cortez Belle
 Tall, powerful and occasionally menacing Coventry born striker or centrehalf who has more than his share of clubs either side of the border. These include Merthyr Tydfil, Chester where he made close on forty Football league appearances, Newport, Llanelli, Halifax, Northwich Vics and Chippenham.
(Dob:  27-08-1983)
Richard Greaves
 Goalscoring young striker signed from Ely Rangers during the January 2012 transfer window.
(Dob:  28-05-1991)
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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David Burnett
 A promising young goalkeeper Cardiff born David has previously played for Caerau Ely, Pentwyn Dynamoes and Dinas Powys.
(Dob:  28-01-1981)
David Cornell
  
  
An Under 21 International, also capped by Wales as younger age groups, Swansea born David is on loan from Swansea City.  Has made a big impression in his short time with the club.
(Dob:  28-03-1991)
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)
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)
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
Luke Bowen
 A Neath born forward, Luke joined Port Talbot during the summer of 2010 after a successful goal scoring season with Aberystwyth. A nephew of former Wales defender Mark Bowen, Luke has previously played for Goytre United and Haverfordwest County.
(Dob:  07-03-1988)
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 forward 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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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)