| Rhyl FC History & Honours |
| Former in 1883 Rhyl have enjoyed
a colourful history and played in a
wide variety of competitions. One of the club's first honours was won as Welsh National League Champions in 1925 and Cup winners in 1926. Success also came in the NWCFA Cup, won in 1928, 1930, 1933, 1934, 1935, 1939, and again after the war in 1948, 1949 and 1950, the Cheshire League Championship was won in 1948 and 1951. The greatest success came in 1952 and 1953 when the Welsh Cup was won in successive seasonsbeating Merthyr and Chester respectively in the final. For good measure the NWCFA Cup was again won in 1953, 1954, and 1955. The Cheshire League Champinship followed again in 1971 and the NPL Presidents Cup in 1985. With the developments in Welsh domestic football in the 1990s Rhyl were Cymru Alliance Cup Winners in 1993 and the next season promoted to the LoW where they have remained since. 1993 also saw the club reach The Welsh Cup Final but suffer defeat against Cardiff City. Towards the tail end of the 1999-2000 season local businessman and former Rhyl forward Peter Parry expressed an interest in financing the club. This led to the departure of manager Adie Jones and the introduction of Brian Kettle, along with numerous behind the scenes changes. Again there were changes as Kettle was replaced by Lee Williams who steered the club to their highest ever finish. In May 2002 John Hulse took over and by May 2003 had steered the club to a League Cup success and sixth place in the Welsh Premier. In 2004 the club achieved an astonishing run which saw them win the WP Championship, The Welsh Cup & League Cup. However now sooner had Skonto Riga ended their UEFA ambitions than it was revealed that leading goalscorer Andy Moran had been caught with Nandrolone levels 55 times those acceptable in his blood. After guiding The Lilywhites to third in the league manager John Hulse decided to stand down at the end of the 2007-08 season and was replaced by Alan Bickerstaffe, although by common consent his assistant Osian Roberts may hold sway. With the number of clubs in the league being cut and the license starting to bite Rhyl were relegated in 2010 despite finishing sixth. For the next two seasons they managed second place as a behind the scenes reorganisation took place, coast rivals Connahs Quay champions both times but refused promotion in 2011. Greg Strong will be hoping for third time lucky in 2013. |
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2004-05 |
Welsh
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2nd |
34 |
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5 |
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31 |
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2005-06 |
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2006-07 |
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2nd |
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2008-09 |
Welsh Premier League | 1st | 34 |
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2009-10 |
Welsh Premier League | 6th |
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| Manager:
Greg Strong |
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Greg Strong, who is
listed below amongst the players, was appointed as manager in July 2009
after the surprise departure of Allan Bickerstaffe. In his first season Strong led Rhyl to sixth in the WP despite the mid season upheaval created by departing financier Peter Parry. However as the club failed to achieve the WP license Rhyl were relegated to the Cymru Alliance. Strong though opted to carry on and lead the club's return to the national league. |
| Rhyl Team Line ups from August 2012 |
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Alex Ramsay |
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Matty Woodward |
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Mark Powell |
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Liam Benson |
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Mark Cadwallader |
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Russ Courtney |
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Russ Courtney |
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Stefan Halewood |
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Stefan Halewood |
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Mark Powell |
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Matty Woodward |
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Dan Hughes |
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Dan Hughes |
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Paul McManus |
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Paul McManus |
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Marc Evans |
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Dan Forbes |
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Tom Rowlands |
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Marc Evans |
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James Gambino |
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Tom Rowlands |
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Steve Lewis |
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John Leah |
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Dave Forbes |
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Greg Strong |
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John Leah |
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Danny Jarrett |
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Greg
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James
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Danny
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Steve
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| GOALKEEPER | |||||
| Alec
Ramsay |
A
Llanfyllin based goalkeeper Alex came through the TNS academy
system. He spent a profitable loan period in the Cymru Alliance with
Caersws during the 2010-11 season and joined the TNS first team squad
during the summer of 2011. Alec arrived at Belle Vue on loan during the summer of 2012.
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| Matty
Woodward |
A
tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty
signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
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| Liam
Benson |
Defensive
midfielder Liam signed for Rhyl during the summer of 2012. He
began his career in the Tranmere Rovers youth system and has since
played for Colwyn Bay.
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| Danny
Ting |
Versatile
Danny can play in defence or midfield, he joined Rhyl from Crewe
Alexandra during the summer of 2012 after a loan spell with Market
Drayton.
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| Russ
Courtney |
An
attack minded
central defender Russell joined Rhyl from Manchester area side Salford
City.
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| Greg
Strong |
A
Bolton born defender,
Greg began his career with his home town side Wanderers, and went on to
play for Motherwell, Hull City, Cheltenham, Scunthorpe, Bury and
Macclesfield. More recently he played for Northwich Vics before
signing for Rhyl during
the summer of 2008.
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| Stefan
Halewood |
A towering
centre back who joined The Lilywhites
from CA rivals Flint Town United during the summer of 2011. Stefan had
enjoyed several outstanding seasons with United and had attracted the
interest of Welsh Premier clubs. Wirral based his previous clubs
include Longcroft FC and Heswall.
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| MIDFIELD | |||||
| John
Leah |
Skliful and
experienced midfielder John rejoined TNS
from Newtown in November 2001. Had English Football League
experience with Darlington where he was captain of the reserve side.
Moved to Belle Vue during the summer of 2009.
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| Mark
Powell |
Player
coach Mark brings a wealth of experience to Belle Vue, having become a
crowd favourite in his previous time at the club. His previous clubs
include played for Everton, Bolton Wanderers, Stalybridge Celtic,
Winsford United, TNS and Bala Town.
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| Steven
Lecefel |
French midfielder
Steven joined The Lilywhites in August 2012.
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| James
Gambino |
A
product of the Connahs Quy academy system James went to make a handful
of Welsh Premier appearances for The Nomads before switching to Belle
Vue.
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| Dan
Hughes |
A promising defender who
previously played for Cymru Alliance rivals Llandudno, Dan was also on
Chester City's books a youngster.
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| FORWARDS | |||||
| Marc
Evans |
A striker with a reputation as
a goalscorer, Marc joined Holyhead from island rivals Bodedern during
September 2007 and signed for Porthmadog during the summer of 2009
having been briefly linked with Llangefni Town.
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| Paul
McManus |
A small
pacey
forward who gained Football League experience with Chester City, Paul
joined Rhyl in November 2011 from Airbus UK.
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| Tom
Rowlands |
A
striker of attack minded midfielder Tom first caught the eye with his
goalscoring form for Wirral based Heswall. Since briefly joining
Connahs Quay in 2008 he has totted up 56 appearances including 32
starts for Airbus, Cefn Druids and Newtown.
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| Dave
Forbes |
Dave joined Rhyl from Wirral
based Heswall in January 2012.
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| Steve
Lewis |
Liverpool
born former Colwyn Bay striker Steve joined Rhyl from Liverpool area
football during the summer of 2012. His other previous clubs include
Marine and Bala Town where he made a couple of Welsh Premier
appearances in January 2011.
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| Dan Drazdauskas | Goalscoring
forward Dan signed for Rhydymwyn after moving into the area from the
North East of England where he played for Redcar Athletic in the
Wearside League. Moved to Rhyl in October 2012.
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| Stefan
Holden |
A
student at University in Bangor, goalkeeper Stefan signed for
Rhyl during the summer of 2011 having played for the University in
2010-11. Exceptionally tall at 6'6 Stefan has also played for Darwen.
[On loan at Llangefni]
(Dob: 19-03-1989) |
| Ben
Jones |
A
goalkeeper Ben joined Rhyl from Cymru Alliance rivals Ruthin Town early
in the 2011-12 season. His previous clubs include Buckley Town and Lex
X1. (Dob: 04-06-1986) |
| Adam
McGee |
Goalkeeper
who has previously played for Airbus UK and CA rivals Flint Town
United. On schoolboy forms with Liverpool and Crewe Alexandra. (Dob: 12-10-1987) |
| Russel
Courtney |
An
attack minded
central defender Russell joined Rhyl from Manchester area side Salford
City. (Dob: 11-10-1988) |
| Shaun Dowling |
A
Liverpool born defender Shaun joined Rhyl from Chester City during the
summer of 2009. Chester born, he had played for The Deva Stadium
club at youth and reserve level as fullback and centreback. (Dob: 09-09-1990) |
| Greg
Strong |
A
Bolton born defender,
Greg began his career with his home town side Wanderers, and went on to
play for Motherwell, Hull City, Cheltenham, Scunthorpe, Bury and
Macclesfield. More recently he played for Northwich Vics before
signing for Rhyl during
the summer of 2008. (Dob: 05-09-1975) |
| Stefan Halewood |
A towering
centre back who joined The Lilywhites
from CA rivals Flint Town United during the summer of 2011. Stefan had
enjoyed several outstanding seasons with United and had attracted the
interest of Welsh Premier clubs. Wirral based his previous clubs
include Longcroft FC and Heswall. (Dob: 19-05-1988) |
| Neil
Coverley |
An
experienced defender Neil is the perfect foil for a young Rhyl side.
Neil began his career with Crewe Alexandra and has
also played for Leek. Along the North Wales coast he has also
played for Llandudno and Colwyn Bay. (Dob: 20-01-1983) |
| Scott
Beckett |
A
promising young midfielder Scott previously played for Macclesfield
Town. He began his career on the academies of Liverpool and Burnley FC. (Dob: 26-05-1992) |
| James
Stead |
A
teenager previously with Oldham Athletic, winger or midfielder James
can trouble any defence with his pace and crosses. (Dob: 18-05-1994) |
| Paul
Mooney |
A
promising young midfielder Paul's performances in the 2010-11 season
caught the eye of Football League scouts such that he spent a week on
trial with Crewe Alexandra in February 2011. (Dob: 08-07-1992) |
| Tom
Rowlands |
A
striker of attack minded midfielder Tom first caught the eye with his
goalscoring form for Wirral based Heswall. Since briefly joining
Connahs Quay in 2008 he has totted up 56 appearances including 32
starts for Airbus, Cefn Druids and Newtown. (Dob: 28-10-1985) |
| Danny Jarrett |
Experienced,
hard working midfielder Danny formerly played for Northwich Vics,
Southport, Colwyn Bay, FC United and Woodley Sports. (Dob: 16-05-1981) |
| Josh Russell |
An attack minded
midfielder Josh joined Rhyl from CA rivals Rhos Aelwyd having
previously played for Cefn Druids and Gresford. (Dob: 15-11-1990) |
| Ryan
Williams |
A
promising young midfielder Ryan made a solitary appearance for Chester
City - before the big bang - but was unfortunate to get injured on
debut. He moved abroad to play for Hercules in La Liga but came
back to North Wales to play for Rhyl during the summer of 2011. (Dob: 08-04-1991) |
| Mark
Powell |
Player
coach Mark brings a wealth of experience to Belle Vue, having become a
crowd favourite in his previous time at the club. His previous clubs
include played for Everton, Bolton Wanderers, Stalybridge Celtic,
Winsford United, TNS and Bala Town. (Dob: 08-05-1975) |
| Chris
Melia |
A
diminutive goalscoring striker, Chris has Welsh Premier experience with
Connahs Quay and Caersws, scoring twelve times from sixty starts. Has
also played for Cefn Druids plus Cheshire side Windsford. (Dob: 20-02-1981) |
| Seb
Walker |
A
promising young striker Seb has forced his way into first team
reckoning with some powerful displays for the club's reserve side. (Dob: 02-09-1992) |
| James
Gambino |
A
product of the Connahs Quy academy system James went to make a handful
of Welsh Premier appearances for The Nomads before switching to Belle
Vue. (Dob: 07-01-1988) |
| Jason
Oswell |
A
strong centre forward, Jason is on loan at Rhyl from Crewe Alexandra
for the 2011-12 season. (Dob: 07-10-1992) |
| Paul McManus |
A small pacey
forward who gained Football League experience with Chester City, Paul
joined Rhyl in November 2011 from Airbus UK. (Dob: 22-04-1990) |
| Michael
Pritchard |
A
promising young striker who had scored goals in the Welsh National
Leagues, Michael joined Rhyl during the summer of 2010. (Dob: 10-12-1991) |
| Will Thomas |
Pacey
little winger or striker who joined the Rhyl in December 2011 from
Guilsfield.Will made eleven Welsh Premier starts for Welshpool Town.
Joined Guilsfield after a freescoring season for Berriew during
the summer of 2011. (Dob: 23-04-1987) |
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| Anthony
Costa (GK) |
An
Australian goalkeeper who joined Rhyl during the summer of 2010,
Anthony made his debut on the opening dayt defeat of Caerws at Belle
Vue in August 2010. (Dob: 08-07-1986) |
| Chris
Howarth (GK) |
A Bolton born
goalkeeper who played for Wanderers reserves, Chris moved to Belle Vue
during the summer of 2010 having previously played for Droylsden.
During loan spells whilst with Bolton he made a couple of League
appearances for Oldham and one for Carlisle. (Dob: 23-05-1986) |
| Shaun
Dowling |
A
Liverpool born defender Shaun joined Rhyl from Chester City during the
summer of 2009. Chester born, he had played for The Deva Stadium
club at youth and reserve level as fullback and centreback. (Dob: 09-09-1990) |
| Russell Courtney |
An attack minded
defender Russell joined Rhyl from Manchester area side Salford City. (Dob: 11-10-1988) |
| Rees Darlington | A
left footed defender Rees joined Rhyl from Cymru Alliance rivals
Buckley Town in July 2010. (Dob: 31-01-1990) |
| Lee Jones |
Centreback
Lee Jones joined Flint from Cefn Druids when The Druids fell into
financial hardship. A former Wrexham FC youth teamer Lee joined
Cefn in August 2008 and amassed more than 50 WP appearances for the
Plaskynaston club before his departure. Lee moved to Belle Vue in June
2010. (Dob: 17-10-1989) |
| John Keegan | Liverpool
born defender also on Unibond
forms with Colwyn Bay who signed for
Rhyl in July 2010 from Porthmadog, having previously spent four seasons
at Welshpool Town. John began
his career with York City and enjoyed a brief spell with Chester before
moving into the English non league system with Runcorn, Hucknall and
Burscough. (Dob: 05-08-1981) |
| Andrew
Pearson |
Manchester
based defender Andrew joined Rhyl in January 2010 after his release by
Altrincham FC. he began his career with Wigan Athletic. (Dob: 21-12-1989) |
| Greg Strong |
A Bolton born defender,
Greg began his career with his home town side Wanderers, and went on to
play for Motherwell, Hull City, Cheltenham, Scunthorpe, Bury and
Macclesfield. More recently he played for Northwich Vics before
signing for Rhyl during
the summer of 2008. (Dob: 05-09-1975) |
| John
Leah |
Skliful
little midfielder rejoined TNS
from Newtown in November 2001. Had English Football League
experience with Darlington where he was captain of the reserves.
Moved to Belle Vue during the summer of 2009 (Dob: 03-08-1978) |
| Brad
Maylett |
A
midfielder who made close on sixty Football League appearances for
Burnley and Swansea City, Brad joined Rhyl in July 2010. His
other clubs include Boston United, Chester, Northwich and Fleetwood. (Dob: 24-12-1980) |
| Gareth Owen |
A Chester born
midfielder, Gareth made more than 350 Football League appearances for
Wrexham and Doncaster before joining Airbus UK as player manager in
2005 and then moving to Belle Vue as a player three years later. (Dob: 21-10-1971) |
| Chris Williams |
A pacey little
winger, Chris made more than fifty Football League appearances for
Stockport County , having also played for Grimsby, Northwich Vics,
Stalybridge Celtic and Fleetwood. (Dob: 02-02-1985) |
| Sam
Heenan |
A
Papua New Guinea born midfielder, Sam initially moved to England to be
part of the Shrewsbury Town academy. He as New Zealand
nationality. (Dob: 21-04-1991) |
| Scott
Beckett |
A
teenage midfielder who was a member of the youth team set up at
Macclesfield Town. (Dob: 26-05-1992) |
| John
Toner |
A
consistent goalscorer at Welsh Premier level, John joined Rhyl from
Bala Town during the summer of 2010. He enjoyed a successful
spell with TNS having previously played in the national league for
Conwy United and Cemaes Bay. John also played for Altrincham. (Dob: 09-09-1976) |
| Stuart
Rudd |
A
strong, old fashioned centre forward Stuart joined Rhyl during the
summer of 2010. His previous clubs include Skemersdale where he
netted 230 goals in 313 games and Burcough, more recently FC United
where another 48 goals in two seasons followed. (Dob: 10-10-1976) |
| Michael
Pritchard |
A
promising young striker who had scored goals in the Welsh National
Leagues, Michael joined Rhyl during the summer of 2010. (Dob: 10-12-1991) |
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| Jack
Cudworth |
A
Preston born goalkeeper, Jack joined Rhyl from Welsh Premier rivals
Welshpool in January 2010. He began his career with his local side
Preston North End but was released in August 2009 and promptly signed
for the Maesdre side. (Dob: 11-09-1990) |
| Paul Pritchard |
A small acrobatic Bangor born goalkeeper, Paul joined
Rhyl from Connahs Quay during the summer of 2008. In addition to
playing for Caernarfon and The Nomads, Paul has Cymru Alliance
experience with Holyhead Hotspur, Glantraeth & Llanfair PG.
Paul
is closing in on a century of Welsh Premier appearances as the 2007-08
season draws to a close. (Dob: 26-05-1984) |
| Shaun
Dowling |
A
Liverpool born defender Shaun joined Rhyl from Chester City during the
summer of 2009. Chester born, he had played for The Deva Stadium
club at youth and reserve level as fullback and centreback. (Dob: 09-09-1990) |
| Martin Naylor |
Pacey right
or wingback signed from
Telford United in July 2009. Best known for his long association
with TNS. Walsall born, his previous
clubs include Greenock Morton, Shrewsbury Town and Hereford United.
(Dob: 02-08-1977) |
| Phil
Doran |
A
tough tackling leftback Phil joined Rhyl from Witton Albion during the
summer of 2009. He began his career with Blackpool but switched to
Welsh Premier football - along with twin brother Peter - with
Caernarfon Town in 2007. After two seasons at The Oval he moved to
Connahs Quay before moving across the border to Wincham. (Dob: 30-11-1988) |
| Mark Connolly |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Bangor City in May 2005, previously with Mallaby of the West Cheshire
League. Right footed Mark has a powerful shot and has
scored some memorable goals. (Dob: 02-07-1984) |
| George Horan |
Former Wrexham centreback
who had a brief loan spell with Bangor
City. Strong tackler and commanding in the air, a very
experienced defender for his age. Joined Rhyl from local
rivals Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 after 147 WP appearances
for The Nomads in five seasons. (Dob: 18-02-1982) |
| Greg Stones |
Tall central defender
signed from Poulton Victoria during the summer of 2004. Quickly
established himself as one of the top centrebacks in North Wales and
rejoined The Lilywhites after a spell with TNS. (Dob: 04-05-1982) |
| Greg Strong |
A Bolton born defender,
Greg began his career with his home town side Wanderers, and went on to
play for Motherwell, Hull City, Cheltenham, Scunthorpe, Bury and
Macclesfield. More recently he played for Northwich Vics before
signing for Rhyl during
the summer of 2008. (Dob: 05-09-1975) |
| John
Leah |
Skliful
little midfielder rejoined TNS
from Newtown in November 2001. Had English Football League
experience with Darlington where he was captain of the reserves.
Moved to Belle Vue during the summer of 2009 (Dob: 03-08-1978) |
| Michael
Thomas |
A
Manchester born midfielder Michael joined Rhyl from Macclesfield Town
in January 2010. He has a couple of first team appearances for The
Silkmen to his name. (Dob: 12-08-1992) |
| Matty Williams |
A St Asaph born
striker who caught the
eye of Manchester United, where he spent five years, Matt signed for
Rhyl during the summer of 2008. Whilst at Old Trafford he was
capped nine times by Wales at Under 21 level. Afterwards he
played
26 League games for Notts County, and gained non league experience with
Tamworth
and Burton Albion. (Dob: 0511-1982) |
| Lee Hunt |
All action and abrasive striker who joined Bangor from
Helsby during the summer of 2002 after
impressing in pre season fixtures. Scored 21 goals for Bangor in
2002-03 before joining Rhyl in December 2003. Rejoined the Lilywhites
after a spell with Barrow during the summer of 2009. (Dob: 05-06-1981) |
| Rob
Turner |
A
former Burnley apprentice Rob joined Rhyl from Sligo Rovers in January
2010. In between he enjoyed a spell with Preston North End but -
as had been the case at Turf Moor - he was dogged by a persistent ankle
injury and went on to try his luck in Ireland. Rob is a promising young
striker with the potential to return to full time football. (Dob: 29-09-1989) |
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| Lee Kendall |
Goalkeeper signed 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. A Welsh
Under 21 International. (Dob: 08-01-1981) |
| Michael Jones |
A tall commanding goalkeeper, Michael
joined Rhyl on loan from Northwich during the January transfer window.
He began his career at Wrexham but joined Northwich after failing to
claim a first team berth at The Racecourse. (Dob: 03-12-1987) |
| Paul Pritchard |
A small acrobatic Bangor born goalkeeper, Paul joined
Rhyl from Connahs Quay during the summer of 2008. In addition to
playing for Caernarfon and The Nomads, Paul has Cymru Alliance
experience with Holyhead Hotspur, Glantraeth & Llanfair PG.
Paul
is closing in on a century of Welsh Premier appearances as the 2007-08
season draws to a close. (Dob: 26-05-1984) |
| Paul O'Neill |
Bolton born Paul
began his career with Macclesfield for whom he made 36 League
appearances before moving over the border with Gretna in July 2003.
He has been on loan with Northwich Victoria and Scarborough.
Paul is a no nonesense centrehalf who made his Football League
debut as a 17 year old. (Dob: 17-06-1982) |
| Chris Roberts |
Left footed fullback who
gained Cymru Alliance experience with Buckley Town before moving to
Unibond side Colwyn Bay. Joined Cefn Druids in December
2005 and moved to Belle Vue in late November 2006. (Dob: 14-08-1985) |
| Mark Connolly |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Bangor City in May 2005, previously with Mallaby of the West Cheshire
League. Right footed Mark has a powerful shot and has
scored some memorable goals. (Dob: 02-07-1984) |
| George Horan |
Former Wrexham centreback
who had a brief loan spell with Bangor
City. Strong tackler and commanding in the air, a very
experienced defender for his age. Joined Rhyl from local
rivals Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 after 147 WP appearances
for The Nomads in five seasons. (Dob: 18-02-1982) |
| Greg Stones |
Tall central defender
signed from Poulton Victoria during the summer of 2004. Quickly
established himself as one of the top centrebacks in North Wales and
rejoined The Lilywhites after a spell with TNS. (Dob: 04-05-1982) |
| Greg Strong |
A Bolton born defender,
Greg began his career with his home town side Wanderers, and went on to
play for Motherwell, Hull City, Cheltenham, Scunthorpe, Bury and
Macclesfield. More recently he played for Northwich Vics before
signing for Rhyl during
the summer of 2008. (Dob: 05-09-1975) |
| Luke Sherborn |
Talented,
goalscoring midfielder who has also played for Barry Town in the Welsh
Premier and enjoyed trials with Leeds and Manchester United amongst
others. Birmingham
born Luke is closing in on one hundred WP appearances as October 2007
draws
to a close. (Dob: 06-06-1986) |
| Danny Williams |
A tall and powerful
midfielder Danny Williams was surprisingly released by Wrexham at the
end of the 2007-08 season and represents a big signing for The
Lilywhites. Danny began his career at Liverpool and was capped by
Wales Under 21s before moving to The Racecourse. He totalled some 280
League appearances for Wrexham, Chester, Bristol Rovers and Doncaster. (Dob: 12-07-1979) |
| Josh Johnson |
A skilful right winger who hails from
Trinidad & Tobago, Josh joined The Lilywhites upon his release by
Wrexham FC during the summer of 2008. (Dob: 16-04-1981) |
| Gareth Wilson
|
Experienced midfielder whose career
began with Wrexham FC, had a season with LoW rivals TNS, rejoined Rhyl
in 2000-2001 season and has established himself in the side ever since (Dob: 23-05-1978) |
| Gary Powell
|
Much travelled
utility player who returned to Rhyl after four season with
TNS. Previous LoW clubs include Flint and Conwy United. Brother
of defender Mark Powell. (Dob: 02-04-1969) |
| Craig Jones |
Promising
young right winger moved to Airbus from Buckley Town in November 2004,
on to Aberystwyth and joined Rhyl during
the summer of 2007.son of former Bangor and Oswestry midfielder Brynley
Jones. (Dob:
20-03-1987) |
| Matt Williams |
A St Asaph born striker who caught the
eye of Manchester United, where he spent five years, Matt signed for
Rhyl during the summer of 2008. Whilst at Old Trafford he was
capped nine times by Wales at UNder 21 level. Afterwards he
played
26 League games for Notts County, and gained non league experience with
Tamworth
and Burton Albion. (Dob: 0511-1982) |
| Carl Owen |
A Bangor based
striker who broke into the City side as a teenager but is better
remembered
for his lengthy association with Porthmadog. Carl joined Rhyl
during
the summer of 2008 after netting some 49 goals in 128 WP starts.
(Dob: 09-04-1980) |
| Jamie Reed |
Promising
young striker Jamie Reed moved to Belle Vue during the summer of 2008.
His previous clubs include Wrexham FC, Glentoran, Colwyn Bay,
Aberystwyth Town and most recently Tamworth. (Dob: 13-08-1987) |
| Neil Roberts |
A Wrexham born
striker who represented Wales at both Under-21 and full international
level,
Neil moved to Rhyl during the summer of 2008. He began - and
ended
- his Football League career at The Racecourse after a big money
transfer
to Wigan Athletic and spells with Bradford City, Doncaster Rovers and
Hull
City. (Dob: 07-04-1978) |
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| Lee Kendall |
Goalkeeper signed 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. A Welsh
Under 21 International. (Dob: 08-01-1981) |
| John Gann |
Birkenhead born goalkeeper formerly with
Cammell Laird FC who signed for the club in October 2005. Established
himself as first choice at Belle Vue in September, previous clubs
include Northwich Victoria. (Dob: 03-07-1978) |
| Paul O'Neill |
Bolton born Paul
began his career with Macclesfield for whom he made 36 League
appearances before moving over the border with Gretna in July 2003.
He has been on loan with Northwich Victoria and Scarborough.
Paul is a no nonesense centrehalf who made his Football League
debut as a 17 year old. (Dob: 17-06-1982) |
| Chris Roberts |
Left footed fullback who
gained Cymru Alliance experience with Buckley Town before moving to
Unibond side Colwyn Bay. Joined Cefn Druids in December
2005 and moved to Belle Vue in late November 2006. (Dob: 14-08-1985) |
| Mark Connolly |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Bangor City in May 2005, previously with Mallaby of the West Cheshire
League. Right footed Mark has a powerful shot and has
scored some memorable goals. (Dob: 02-07-1984) |
| James Brewerton |
Confident defender signed from Cymru
Alliance side Llandudno in February 2000 after one appearance for Conwy
United. James has represented Wales
at Under 18 level. (Dob: 17-11-1979) |
| George Horan |
Former Wrexham centreback
who had a brief loan spell with Bangor
City. Strong tackler and commanding in the air, a very
experienced defender for his age. Joined Rhyl from local
rivals Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 after 147 WP appearances
for The Nomads in five seasons. (Dob: 18-02-1982) |
| Jimmy Kelly |
Well travelled midfielder
whose previous clubs include Wolves and Wrexham, moved onto Doncaster
Rovers where he made 60+ Conference appearances. He then moved to
Chester, Scarborough, Morecambe and Lancaster City before signing for
The Lilywhites during the summer of 2007. (Dob: 14-02-1973) |
| Carl Ruffer |
A former Everton
apprentice, Carl Ruffer is best known in non league circles for this
lengthy associaton with Runcorn and his success with Droylsden as they
won the Conference North in 2007. Carl is a competent centreback
or midfielder who brings vast experience to Belle Vue. (Dob: 20-12-1974) |
| Craig Garside |
Former Everton apprentice who joined Rhyl durng the
summer of 2007, previous WP clubs include Bangor City, Airbus UK,
Caernarfon Town and most recently Connahs Quay. Capable of
playing in defence or midfield, Craig has captained Wales at Under15,
16 and 19 and gained an excellent reputation at those levels. (Dob: 11-05-1985) |
| Stuart White |
Deganwy born midfielder who
spent his early football years in New Zealand, playing for a number of
clubs including Richmond, Nelson Suburbs, Canterbury United and
Australian A-League side New Zealand Knights and Waitakere United.
Moved back to
North Wales during the summer of 2007 and signed for Rhyl in August. (Dob: 08-01-1987) |
| Stuart Graves |
Powerful left footer who can play left
wing or wingback. Stuart has also played for Newton, Poulton
Vics, Southport and TNS. (Dob: 04-06-1980) |
| Gareth Wilson
|
Experienced midfielder whose career
began with Wrexham FC, had a season with LoW rivals TNS, rejoined Rhyl
in 2000-2001 season and has established himself in the side ever since (Dob: 23-05-1978) |
| Gary Powell
|
Much travelled
utility player who returned to Rhyl after four season with
TNS. Previous LoW clubs include Flint and Conwy United. Brother
of defender Mark Powell. (Dob: 02-04-1969) |
| Craig Jones |
Promising
young right winger moved to Airbus from Buckley Town in November 2004,
on to Aberystwyth and joined Rhyl during
the summer of 2007.son of former Bangor and Oswestry midfielder Brynley
Jones. (Dob:
20-03-1987) |
| Lee Hunt
|
Talented young
striker joined Bangor from Helsby during the summer of 2002 after
impressing in pre season fixtures. Scored 21 goals for Bangor in
2002-03 before joining Rhyl in December 2003. (Dob: 05-06-1981) |
| Marc Lloyd Williams
|
Hugely experienced striker who has the
league record number of goals to his name. This stood at 255 from
324 starts prior to the 2007-08 campaign. "Jiws" is best
remembered for his time with Bangor City but has also played
for Aberystwyth and TNS in the Welsh Premier. He has 75 League
appearances to his name from spells with Stockport County, Halifax and
York and has Conference experience with Southport. (Dob: 08-02-1983) |
| Chris Sharp |
Promising
young striker signed in November 2005, son of former Bangor City
manager Graeme Sharp. (Dob: 19-06-1986) |
| Dave Cameron |
Bangor born centre forward
who began his career as a with St Mirren where he made 10
appearances before signing for Brighton in July 1999 and making 22
appearances.
He then played for Worthing, Lincoln City, Chester and Droylsden before
joining Rhyl during the summer of 2006. (Dob: 24-08-1975) |
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| Paul Whitfield |
St
Asaph born Paul Whitfield is a former Wrexham FC professional who made
18 first team appearances for The Racecourse side. He made a
total of 25 Welsh Premiership loan appearances for Connahs Quay &
Newtown whilst with The Dragons, moved to Bangor during the summer of
2004, and joined Airbus in October 2004 and then to Belle Vue
in October 2005. A Welsh
Under 21 International. (Dob: 06-05-1982) |
| John Gann |
Birkenhead born goalkeeper formerly with
Cammell Laird FC who signed for the club in October 2005. Established
himself as first choice at Belle Vue in September, previous clubs
include Northwich Victoria. (Dob: 03-07-1978) |
| Mark Powell
|
Re-signed from
TNS in July 2002 having initially moved to Belle Vue from Unibond
League side Winsford. Can play right back or central defence.
Brother of striker Gary Powell. (Dob: 08-05-1975) |
| Chris Roberts |
Left footed fullback who
gained Cymru Alliance experience with Buckley Town before moving to
Unibond side Colwyn Bay. Joined Cefn Druids in December
2005 and moved to Belle Vue in late November 2006. (Dob: 14-08-1985) |
| Mark Connolly |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Bangor City in May 2005, previously with Mallaby of the West Cheshire
League. Right footed Mark has a powerful shot and has
scored some memorable goals. (Dob: 02-07-1984) |
| James Brewerton |
Confident defender signed from Cymru
Alliance side Llandudno in February 2000 after one appearance for Conwy
United. James has represented Wales
at Under 18 level. (Dob: 17-11-1979) |
| George Horan |
Former Wrexham centreback
who had a brief loan spell with Bangor
City. Strong tackler and commanding in the air, a very
experienced defender for his age. Joined Rhyl from local
rivals Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 after 147 WP appearances
for The Nomads in five seasons. (Dob: 18-02-1982) |
| Connall Murtagh |
Former Northern Ireland Under 21
International who played for Ballymena and Crusaders before moving to
Scottish League side Hearts and making league appearances for Raith
Rovers during a loan spell. Relocated to Manchester as a
student, joined Rhyl from Connahs Quay after a brief spell at
Altrincham. (Dob: 29-06-1985) |
| Stuart Graves |
Powerful left footer who can play left
wing or wingback. Stuart has also played for Newton, Poulton
Vics, Southport and TNS. (Dob: 04-06-1980) |
| Marcus Orlick |
Bangor born but Llanberis based midfielder who joined
Caernarfon Town after half a season in the Unibond League with Colwyn
Bay whom he joined upon his release by Sheffield Wednesday. Moved
to Rhyl in July 2006. (Dob: 11-12-1985) |
| Gareth Wilson
|
Midfielder whose career began with
Wrexham FC, had a season with LoW rivals TNS, rejoined Rhyl in
2000-2001 season. (Dob: 23-05-1978) |
| Gary Powell
|
Much travelled
utility player who returned to Rhyl after four season with
TNS. Previous LoW clubs include Flint and Conwy United. Brother
of defender Mark Powell. (Dob: 02-04-1969) |
| Ross Stephens |
Goalscoring
midfielder who began his career as an apprentice with Shrewsbury Town.
Llanidloes born Ross first came to into the WP with Caersws on
loan and spent a brief spell with Redditch. He
moved to Belle Vue in January 2007. (Dob: 28-05-1982) |
| Lee Hunt
|
Talented young
striker joined Bangor from Helsby during the summer of 2002 after
impressing in pre season fixtures. Scored 21 goals for Bangor in
2002-03 before joining Rhyl in December 2003. (Dob: 05-06-1981) |
| Andy Moran
|
Striker bought
from Unibond side Bamber Bridge in December 2001, a former
Everton apprentice with a good goalscoring record. Banned
until March 2005 for drug offences. (Dob: 07-10-1979) |
| Chris Sharp |
Promising
young striker signed in November 2005, son of former Bangor City
manager Graeme Sharp. (Dob: 19-06-1986) |
| Alex Hay |
Alex
has English Football League experience with
Tranmere Rovers whom he joined as a trainee, and Rushden & Diamonds
where he made 29 starts and 13 sub appearances. In total 85
League appearances to his name including 38 from the bench. Joined
Rhyl during the summer of 2006 having previously played WP football for
Bangor City. (Dob: 14-12-1981) |
| Dave Cameron |
Bangor born centre forward
who began his career as a with St Mirren where he made 10
appearances before signing for Brighton in July 1999 and making 22
appearances.
He then played for Worthing, Lincoln City, Chester and Droylsden before
joining Rhyl during the summer of 2006. (Dob: 24-08-1975) |
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| Paul Whitfield |
St
Asaph born Paul Whitfield is a former Wrexham FC professional who made
18 first team appearances for The Racecourse side. He made a
total of 25 Welsh Premiership loan appearances for Connahs Quay &
Newtown whilst with The Dragons, moved to Bangor during the summer of
2004, and joined Airbus in October 2004 and then to Belle Vue
in October 2005. A Welsh
Under 21 International. (Dob: 06-05-1982) |
| Mark Billingsley |
Promising young goalkeeper who normally
plays in the club's reserves.. (Dob: 09-12-1984) |
| Mark Powell
|
Re-signed from
TNS in July 2002 having initially moved to Belle Vuefrom Unibond
League side Winsford. Can play right back or central defence.
Brother of striker Gary Powell. (Dob: 08-05-1975) |
| Greg Stones |
Tall central defender signed from
Poulton Victoria during the summer of 2004. Quickly
established himself as one of the top centrebacks in North Wales. (Dob: 04-05-1982) |
| Timmy Edwards
|
Tall commanding centrehalf, began his
career with Wrexham FC and has also played for Rhyl and Bangor
City. Lives in the Wrexham area where his father is groundsman at
The Racecourse. (Dob: 24-04-1972) |
| Chris
Taylor |
Strong central defender who
rejoined the club during the summer from TNS. Has Welsh
Premiership experience with Newtown, Bangor City and Conwy United. (Dob: 26-11-1974) |
| James Brewerton |
Confident defender signed from Cymru
Alliance side Llandudno in February 2000. (Dob: 17-11-1979) |
| George Horan |
Former Wrexham centreback
who had a brief loan spell with Bangor
City. Strong tackler and commanding in the air, a very
experienced defender for his age. Joined Rhyl from local
rivals Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 after 147 WP appearances
for The Nomads in five seasons. (Dob: 18-02-1982) |
| Chris Adamson
|
Left footed midfielder signed from
Newtown in the summer of 2003, previous clubs include Conwy
United. Can also operate as a wingback. (Dob: 30-05-1978) |
| Stuart Graves |
Powerful left footer who can play left
wing or wingback. (Dob: 04-06-1980) |
| Mark Connolly |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Bangor City in May 2005, previously with Mallaby of the West Cheshire
League. (Dob: 02-07-1984) |
| Ricky Evans |
Powerful
and highly talented midfielder whose impressive performances have
attracted Football League scouts. Has LoW experience with
Welshpool Town, Flint, TNS and Bangor City, began his career at Oldham
Athletic. Joined Caersws from Welshpool Town in March 2005 and
then moved
to Belle Vue in October 2005. (Dob: 24-09-1976) |
| Gareth Wilson
|
Midfielder whose career began with
Wrexham FC, had a season with LoW rivals TNS, rejoined Rhyl in
2000-2001 season. (Dob: 23-05-1978) |
| Gary Powell
|
Much travelled
utility player who returned to Rhyl after four season with
TNS. Previous LoW clubs include Flint and Conwy United. Brother
of defender Mark Powell. (Dob: 02-04-1969) |
| Lee Hunt
|
Talented young
striker joined Bangor from Helsby during the summer of 2002 after
impressing in pre season fixtures. Scored 21 goals for Bangor in
2002-03 before joining Rhyl in December 2003. (Dob: 05-06-1981) |
| Andy Moran
|
Striker bought
from Unibond side Bamber Bridge in December 2001, a former
Everton apprentice with a good goalscoring record. Banned
until March 2005 for drug offences. (Dob: 07-10-1979) |
| Chris Sharp |
Promising
young striker signed in November 2005, son of former Everton striker
Graeme Sharp. (Dob: 19-06-1986) |
| Dave Nottage |
Promising young striker
joined Airbus from Vauxhall Conference outift Northwich Victoria during
the summer of 2003, also signed for Unibond One side Colwyn Bay.
Moved to Rhyl in November 2004. (Dob: 18-04-1984) |
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| Paul
Smith |
Former TNS and Colwyn Bay goalkeeper
whose outstanding performances were a feature of the all conquering
season of 2004. (Dob: 06-12-1977) |
| Mark Billingsley |
Promising young goalkeeper who normally
plays in the club's reserves.. (Dob: 09-12-1984) |
| Mark Powell
|
Re-signed from TNS in July 2002 having
initially moved to Belle Vuefrom Unibond League side Winsford. Can play
right back or central defence. Brother of striker Gary
Powell. (Dob: 08-05-1975) |
| Greg Stones |
Tall central
defender signed from Poulton Victoria during the summer of 2004.
(Dob: 04-05-1982) |
| Timmy Edwards
|
Tall commanding centrehalf, began his
career with Wrexham FC and has also
played for Rhyl and Bangor City. Lives in the Wrexham
area where his father is groundsman at The Racecourse. (Dob: 24-04-1972) |
| James Brewerton |
Confident defender signed from Cymru
Alliance side Llandudno in February 2000. (Dob: 17-11-1979) |
| Chris Adamson
|
Left footed midfielder signed from
Newtown in the summer of 2003, previous clubs include Conwy
United. Can also operate as a wingback. (Dob: 30-05-1978) |
| Stuart Graves |
Powerful left
footer who can play left wing or wingback. (Dob: 04-06-1980) |
| Lee Athertton |
Defender or midfielder signed from
Trafford FC. (Dob: 08-03-1976) |
| Kenny Burgess |
Skilful right winger who
spent three seasons with Bangor City before joining Welshpool during
the summer of 2004. Moved to Belle Vue at the end of October 2004. (Dob: 08-02-1975) |
| Gareth Wilson
|
Promising midfielder whose career began
with Wrexham FC, had a season with LoW rivals TNS, rejoined Rhyl in
2000-2001 season. (Dob: 23-05-1978) |
| Gary Powell
|
Much travelled utility player who
returned to Rhyl after four season with TNS. Previous LoW clubs
include Flint and Conwy United. Brother of defender Mark
Powell. (Dob: 02-04-1969) |
| Lee Hunt
|
Talented young
striker joined Bangor from Helsby during the summer of 2002 after
impressing in pre season fixtures. Scored 21 goals for Bangor in
2002-03 before joining Rhyl in December 2003. (Dob: 05-06-1981) |
| Andy Moran
|
Striker bought from Unibond side Bamber
Bridge in December 2001, a former Everton apprentice with a good
goalscoring record. Banned until March 2005 for drug
offences. (Dob: 07-10-1979) |
| Dave Nottage |
Promising young striker
joined Airbus from Vauxhall Conference outift Northwich Victoria during
the summer of 2003, also signed for Unibond One side Colwyn Bay.
Moved to Rhyl in November 2004. (Dob: 18-04-1984) |