Broster Returns To Eagles
14th June, 2006
Arnold Town Manager Andy Muldoon has swooped to bring goalkeeper Lee Broster back to the club.
Broster returns to Gedling Road after a years absence in which time he helped Sheffield FC to fourth place in the NCEL Premier division.
Broster also picked up a Sheffield and Hallamshire Senior Cup Winners medal to add to the Notts Senior Cup one he gained with the Eagles.
It will be Broster's third spell at the club and he already has 177 games under his belt.
The keeper made a solitary performance in January 1994 before rejoining the club at the start of the 2001/02 season.
Broster played 49 games in his first season back at the club and picked up two awards in the end of season presentations.
He was ever present the following season and missed a handful of games in his last season with the club.
The experienced Broster will be able to pass on his knowledge of the game to the club's young goalkeepers Karl Najuk and James Mountain.
Meanwhile, club officials were saddened this week when they learned of the death of a former Gedling Road favourite.
Defender Pete Catling sadly passed away recently and the club would like to pass on its condolences to his family and friends.
Catling was a first rate defender during the mid to late 1990's and amassed 215 games for the club.
The club has scooped second prize in the Soccer Club Shop annual programme awards.
The club's programme 'Eagle Eye' was beaten into second place by Sheffield FC's effort.
The production of the programme is a real team effort and the award is testimony to the hard work those involved put in.
The programme team consists of major contributor Martin Williams, printer Melvyn Draycott and Editor Paul Stanley.
Broster returns to Gedling Road after a years absence in which time he helped Sheffield FC to fourth place in the NCEL Premier division.
Broster also picked up a Sheffield and Hallamshire Senior Cup Winners medal to add to the Notts Senior Cup one he gained with the Eagles.
It will be Broster's third spell at the club and he already has 177 games under his belt.
The keeper made a solitary performance in January 1994 before rejoining the club at the start of the 2001/02 season.
Broster played 49 games in his first season back at the club and picked up two awards in the end of season presentations.
He was ever present the following season and missed a handful of games in his last season with the club.
The experienced Broster will be able to pass on his knowledge of the game to the club's young goalkeepers Karl Najuk and James Mountain.
Meanwhile, club officials were saddened this week when they learned of the death of a former Gedling Road favourite.
Defender Pete Catling sadly passed away recently and the club would like to pass on its condolences to his family and friends.
Catling was a first rate defender during the mid to late 1990's and amassed 215 games for the club.
The club has scooped second prize in the Soccer Club Shop annual programme awards.
The club's programme 'Eagle Eye' was beaten into second place by Sheffield FC's effort.
The production of the programme is a real team effort and the award is testimony to the hard work those involved put in.
The programme team consists of major contributor Martin Williams, printer Melvyn Draycott and Editor Paul Stanley.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Eagles Squad Building Continues
7th June, 2006
New Arnold Town Manager Andy Muldoon has further strengthened his squad by securing the services of a number of key players.
Striker Kevin Mabon has agreed to remain with the Eagles after enjoying a successful season following his move from Long Eaton.
Mabon netted 18 times and was a real crowd favourite picking up the runner up trophy in the supporter's player of the year awards.
The club have taken up the option to retain current contracted players David Wilkins and Chris Hall.
Hall broke into the first team squad last term having progressed through the youth set up.
Top scorer Wilkins had by far his most prolific season, forming an excellent partnership with Mabon.
The club have installed Chris Peet as club captain and Chris Hudson as vice captain.
The pair played key roles last term forming a formidable defensive partnership.
The capture of Andy Davies and Tom Watson are also seen as key to the future of the club.
Davies has been a revelation during his two seasons with the club, whilst Watson has attracted the attention of a number of professional clubs.
Watson has shown great loyalty to Muldoon and he is seen as a big signing for the club in what could be a crucial season in the youngsters' development.
Muldoon spoke about his playing squad in glowing terms: "The players we have brought in could have gone elsewhere for more money.
"The fact that they have put the club before money speaks volumes about the attitude of these lads.
"The players are motivated by football and not their pay packet at the end of the week.
"Calvin (Plummer) and I want players with a desire to play football for Arnold Town and this we now have."
"We are only interested in players with the right attitude who will come to club on our financial terms.
"We are in discussions with two defenders, two quality midfielders and a striker.
"The coming days should see some quality additions to the squad and, with the crop of youngsters at the club added to the experience we have on board, the club is marching in the right direction."
Striker Kevin Mabon has agreed to remain with the Eagles after enjoying a successful season following his move from Long Eaton.
Mabon netted 18 times and was a real crowd favourite picking up the runner up trophy in the supporter's player of the year awards.
The club have taken up the option to retain current contracted players David Wilkins and Chris Hall.
Hall broke into the first team squad last term having progressed through the youth set up.
Top scorer Wilkins had by far his most prolific season, forming an excellent partnership with Mabon.
The club have installed Chris Peet as club captain and Chris Hudson as vice captain.
The pair played key roles last term forming a formidable defensive partnership.
The capture of Andy Davies and Tom Watson are also seen as key to the future of the club.
Davies has been a revelation during his two seasons with the club, whilst Watson has attracted the attention of a number of professional clubs.
Watson has shown great loyalty to Muldoon and he is seen as a big signing for the club in what could be a crucial season in the youngsters' development.
Muldoon spoke about his playing squad in glowing terms: "The players we have brought in could have gone elsewhere for more money.
"The fact that they have put the club before money speaks volumes about the attitude of these lads.
"The players are motivated by football and not their pay packet at the end of the week.
"Calvin (Plummer) and I want players with a desire to play football for Arnold Town and this we now have."
"We are only interested in players with the right attitude who will come to club on our financial terms.
"We are in discussions with two defenders, two quality midfielders and a striker.
"The coming days should see some quality additions to the squad and, with the crop of youngsters at the club added to the experience we have on board, the club is marching in the right direction."
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Eagles Hold On To Peet
2nd June, 2006
The new Arnold Town management team have moved quickly to make their first major signing.
Just a week into their new job, Andy Muldoon and Calvin Plummer have installed Chris Peet as their new club captain.
Peet played an instrumental part in the club's success last campaign featuring in 44 games.
Muldoon and Plummer see the capture of the former Belper Town player as a major coup as they build their squad for the new season.
Just a week into their new job, Andy Muldoon and Calvin Plummer have installed Chris Peet as their new club captain.
Peet played an instrumental part in the club's success last campaign featuring in 44 games.
Muldoon and Plummer see the capture of the former Belper Town player as a major coup as they build their squad for the new season.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Eagles Unveil New Management Team
25th May, 2006
Premier Division side Arnold Town have appointed Andy Muldoon and Calvin Plummer as their new management team.
The posts became vacant following the departure of Phil Starbuck and John Ramshaw on the 6th of May.
Muldoon and Plummer take the step up after enjoying huge success last season with the club's Academy and Reserve sides.
The duo took the Reserves to the Central Midlands League Reserve title and guided the Academy to a record breaking run in the prestigious FA Youth Cup.
The pair were also instrumental in the sale of Ben Hutchinson to Middlesbrough in a club record transfer deal.
The first task for the new pairing will be to decide which of the current playing squad they wish to retain for the coming season.
New faces are also likely to come into the club as pre-season preparations are made.
Muldoon and Plummer were appointed following a recruitment process which saw the original applications short-listed to three.
The three candidates met club officials on Wednesday and Plummer and Muldoon were subsequently offered the post.
The posts became vacant following the departure of Phil Starbuck and John Ramshaw on the 6th of May.
Muldoon and Plummer take the step up after enjoying huge success last season with the club's Academy and Reserve sides.
The duo took the Reserves to the Central Midlands League Reserve title and guided the Academy to a record breaking run in the prestigious FA Youth Cup.
The pair were also instrumental in the sale of Ben Hutchinson to Middlesbrough in a club record transfer deal.
The first task for the new pairing will be to decide which of the current playing squad they wish to retain for the coming season.
New faces are also likely to come into the club as pre-season preparations are made.
Muldoon and Plummer were appointed following a recruitment process which saw the original applications short-listed to three.
The three candidates met club officials on Wednesday and Plummer and Muldoon were subsequently offered the post.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Management Duo Leave Eagles
6th May, 2006
Arnold Town and the management team of Phil Starbuck and John Ramshaw have parted company by mutual consent.
The club would like to place on record their appreciation for the pair's efforts during the 2005/06 season.
The duo led the side to 5th place in the Northern Counties Premier Division, the best league placing in a decade.
The club also reached the fifth round of the FA Vase and the semi final of the Notts Senior Cup.
In an eventful season the club also sold Ben Hutchinson to Middlesbrough for a club record transfer fee.
The football club will be seeking a new manager and applications are now invited.
Applications should be made in writing to: Mr R Francis, Arnold Town Football Club, King George V Playing Field, Gedling Road, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6NQ
Or via e-mail at mail@arnoldfc.com
The closing date for applications is noon on Tuesday 16th May 2006.
The club would like to place on record their appreciation for the pair's efforts during the 2005/06 season.
The duo led the side to 5th place in the Northern Counties Premier Division, the best league placing in a decade.
The club also reached the fifth round of the FA Vase and the semi final of the Notts Senior Cup.
In an eventful season the club also sold Ben Hutchinson to Middlesbrough for a club record transfer fee.
The football club will be seeking a new manager and applications are now invited.
Applications should be made in writing to: Mr R Francis, Arnold Town Football Club, King George V Playing Field, Gedling Road, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6NQ
Or via e-mail at mail@arnoldfc.com
The closing date for applications is noon on Tuesday 16th May 2006.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Eagles Youngster Signs For Premiership Club
31st January, 2006
Arnold Town's Ben Hutchinson has put pen to paper and signed for Premiership outfit Middlesbrough in a ?100,000 deal.
The deal went through with just six hours to spare before the transfer window closed.
Hutchinson, 18, has been in tremendous goal scoring form this season for the senior side, reserves and the youth team. His goalscoring feats have caught the eye of numerous clubs and the forward has been watched regularly by league scouts.
The striker's efforts played a huge part in the youth team's splendid run in the FA Youth Cup. Hutchinson netted 15 goals for the youth team including four in the FA Youth cup tie at Dunston. He also contributed twelve goals for the reserves as well as an impressive seven first team goals in just nine starts.
Middlesbrough took Hutchinson for a week long trial and which he impressed so much that the club have offered him a contract. The player has signed a contract for nearly two-and-a-half years until June 2008.
Arnold will receive a lump sum payment for the player as well as additional payments dependent on appearances.
Hutchinson follows in the footsteps of Chris Freestone who made the move from Arnold to Middlesbrough back in 1994.
Arnold Town Player/Manager was delighted for the player. Starbuck commented: "I am ecstatic for the lad and wish him all the best. It is great for Ben and for the club as a whole. To join a Premiership club will be a dream come true for the boy and he has got himself a decent length contract".
Former Forest Star Calvin Plummer brought Hutchinson to the club in the summer. He enthused about his find: "Ben came to us in pre-season after things didn't work out for him at Eastwood Town. At the start of the season we set him the objective of getting into the first team and he has exceeded that goal by some distance. He has been an integral part of the success of the academy and reserves sides and I wish him well. The outlook for the club is great with Middlesbrough also keen to take 16 year old Tom Watson on another trial."
The deal went through with just six hours to spare before the transfer window closed.
Hutchinson, 18, has been in tremendous goal scoring form this season for the senior side, reserves and the youth team. His goalscoring feats have caught the eye of numerous clubs and the forward has been watched regularly by league scouts.
The striker's efforts played a huge part in the youth team's splendid run in the FA Youth Cup. Hutchinson netted 15 goals for the youth team including four in the FA Youth cup tie at Dunston. He also contributed twelve goals for the reserves as well as an impressive seven first team goals in just nine starts.
Middlesbrough took Hutchinson for a week long trial and which he impressed so much that the club have offered him a contract. The player has signed a contract for nearly two-and-a-half years until June 2008.
Arnold will receive a lump sum payment for the player as well as additional payments dependent on appearances.
Hutchinson follows in the footsteps of Chris Freestone who made the move from Arnold to Middlesbrough back in 1994.
Arnold Town Player/Manager was delighted for the player. Starbuck commented: "I am ecstatic for the lad and wish him all the best. It is great for Ben and for the club as a whole. To join a Premiership club will be a dream come true for the boy and he has got himself a decent length contract".
Former Forest Star Calvin Plummer brought Hutchinson to the club in the summer. He enthused about his find: "Ben came to us in pre-season after things didn't work out for him at Eastwood Town. At the start of the season we set him the objective of getting into the first team and he has exceeded that goal by some distance. He has been an integral part of the success of the academy and reserves sides and I wish him well. The outlook for the club is great with Middlesbrough also keen to take 16 year old Tom Watson on another trial."
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Eagles Youngster Scores For Premiership Side
25th January, 2006
Arnold Town youngster Tom Watson was on the score sheet for Middlesborough Reserves against West Bromwich Albion on Tuesday evening.
Watson, 16, is on trial with the club this week and found the net after 70 minutes with a delightful chip with just his second touch.
Another Arnold youngster, Ben Hutchinson, 18, whistled a powerful effort just wide of the target.
The pair were introduced as second half substitutes after 66 minutes and joined former Forest defender Colin Cooper in the Middlesborough line up.
The other goal in a 1-1 draw came from West Brom's record signing from Cardiff City, Rob Earnshaw.
The progress of the duo has been closely monitored by a growing number of clubs following the magnificent FA Youth Cup run.
Watson, 16, is on trial with the club this week and found the net after 70 minutes with a delightful chip with just his second touch.
Another Arnold youngster, Ben Hutchinson, 18, whistled a powerful effort just wide of the target.
The pair were introduced as second half substitutes after 66 minutes and joined former Forest defender Colin Cooper in the Middlesborough line up.
The other goal in a 1-1 draw came from West Brom's record signing from Cardiff City, Rob Earnshaw.
The progress of the duo has been closely monitored by a growing number of clubs following the magnificent FA Youth Cup run.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Points Deduction And Fine For Eagles
7th December, 2005
Premier Division side Arnold Town have been fined and had three points deducted after they failed to fulfil a fixture earlier this season.
Their league match at Mickleover Sports in October was called off as they said they could not field a team.
As well as the points deduction, they have been fined ?500 with a further ?500 suspended until the end of season 2006/07.
The suspended fine will be payable if the offence is repeated before then.
Their league match at Mickleover Sports in October was called off as they said they could not field a team.
As well as the points deduction, they have been fined ?500 with a further ?500 suspended until the end of season 2006/07.
The suspended fine will be payable if the offence is repeated before then.
Eagles Face Blades In FA Youth Cup
2nd December, 2005
Arnold Town FC, one of only four non-league left in the FA Youth Cup, have been rewarded for their superb progress with a plum home tie against Sheffield United.
The match will be played at Gedling Road on Thursday 15th December.
The match will be played at Gedling Road on Thursday 15th December.
Date Set For Abandoned Vase Tie
2nd October, 2005
The abandoned FA Vase 2nd Qualifying Round tie between Ibstock United and Arnold Town will be restarted on Tuesday evening.
The game was called off at half-time after it was discovered that there had been a theft from the officials' changing room.
Kick-off will be at 7.45pm and, if it finishes a draw, the replay will take place a week later (11th), also with a 7.45pm start.
The game was called off at half-time after it was discovered that there had been a theft from the officials' changing room.
Kick-off will be at 7.45pm and, if it finishes a draw, the replay will take place a week later (11th), also with a 7.45pm start.
(Story Source: Arnold Town FC)
Arnold Strengthen Squad Further
15th July, 2005
ARNOLD TOWN have further strengthened their squad with the acquisition of Trinidad and Tobago International Clint Marcelle.
Marcelle was released from Conference outfit Tamworth in April and has teamed up again with his former Manager Phil Starbuck.
Marcelle (36) was born in Port of Spain and has captained his Country, playing along side household names including Stern John and Shaka Hislop.
The forward has a wealth of experience and lists his previous clubs as Grimsby Town, Hucknall Town, Harrogate Town, Darlington, Hull City, Scunthorpe United, Barnsley and Scarborough.
Meanwhile the Eagles started their pre season in fine style with a 5-2 away victory over Springhead from the Oldham area.
The Eagles entertain Leigh RMI on 26 July and Frickley Athletic on 2 August at Gedling Road.
Marcelle was released from Conference outfit Tamworth in April and has teamed up again with his former Manager Phil Starbuck.
Marcelle (36) was born in Port of Spain and has captained his Country, playing along side household names including Stern John and Shaka Hislop.
The forward has a wealth of experience and lists his previous clubs as Grimsby Town, Hucknall Town, Harrogate Town, Darlington, Hull City, Scunthorpe United, Barnsley and Scarborough.
Meanwhile the Eagles started their pre season in fine style with a 5-2 away victory over Springhead from the Oldham area.
The Eagles entertain Leigh RMI on 26 July and Frickley Athletic on 2 August at Gedling Road.
(Story Source: Arnold Town)
Tables
| NCEL Premier Division | P | Pts | +/- | ||
| P | 1 | Buxton | 38 | 95 | 75 |
| 2 | Liversedge | 38 | 80 | 57 | |
| P | 3 | Harrogate Railway | 38 | 73 | 43 |
| 4 | Sheffield | 38 | 70 | 20 | |
| 5 | Arnold Town (-3) | 38 | 67 | 27 | |
| 6 | Pickering Town | 38 | 66 | 21 | |
| 7 | Sutton Town | 38 | 60 | 21 | |
| 8 | Selby Town | 38 | 56 | -2 | |
| 9 | Thackley (-3) | 38 | 54 | -3 | |
| 10 | Armthorpe Welfare | 38 | 47 | -12 | |
| 11 | Glapwell | 38 | 47 | -25 | |
| 12 | Garforth Town (-1) | 38 | 46 | -7 | |
| 13 | Mickleover Spts | 38 | 44 | -22 | |
| 14 | Eccleshill United | 38 | 43 | -4 | |
| 15 | Shirebrook Town (-3) | 38 | 40 | -26 | |
| 16 | Glasshoughton Welf | 38 | 38 | -18 | |
| 17 | Hallam | 38 | 38 | -29 | |
| 18 | Maltby Main (-1) | 38 | 37 | -18 | |
| 19 | Long Eaton United (-3) | 38 | 29 | -39 | |
| 20 | Brodsworth Welf | 38 | 23 | -59 | |
| NCEL Division One | P | Pts | +/- | ||
| P | 1 | Carlton Town | 30 | 73 | 41 |
| P | 2 | Retford United | 30 | 65 | 46 |
| 3 | Tadcaster Albion | 30 | 64 | 20 | |
| 4 | Gedling Town | 30 | 62 | 41 | |
| 5 | Winterton Rangers | 30 | 61 | 44 | |
| 6 | Parkgate | 30 | 59 | 47 | |
| 7 | Lincoln Moorlands | 30 | 49 | 16 | |
| 8 | Borrowash Victoria | 30 | 49 | 5 | |
| 9 | Worsbrough Bridge MW | 30 | 38 | -10 | |
| 10 | Staveley MW | 30 | 31 | -13 | |
| 11 | Pontefract Collieries | 30 | 25 | -21 | |
| 12 | Rossington Main | 30 | 25 | -29 | |
| 13 | Sth Normanton | 30 | 24 | -42 | |
| 14 | Hall Road Rangers | 30 | 23 | -44 | |
| 15 | Teversal | 30 | 21 | -50 | |
| 16 | Yorkshire Amateur | 30 | 16 | -51 | |