We’re delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Jake Thompson, subject to league and FA approval. The 27 year old joins BPA after a recent spell with Matlock Town and brings plenty of versatility, power and he has a keen eye for goal too. Born in Halifax, Thompson started his football career at Huddersfield Town […]
We’re pleased to confirm Connor Shanks is staying at Bradford (Park Avenue) for the 2026-27 season. ‘Shanksy’ has made over 100 appearances for the Avenue and has been a key figure of Craig Elliott’s squad, since the manager took over the reins in 2025. Born in Halifax, Shanks came through the ranks at Huddersfield Town […]
The Club are pleased to announce Connor Brown will remain at Bradford (Park Avenue) for the 2026-27 season. The experienced defender brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Football League and non-league and has put pen to paper to work with manager Craig Elliott at the Avenue for another campaign. Born in […]
You may have heard already, but today is my last day at Bradford (Park Avenue). I just wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone for the last (almost) five years! It’s been an incredible journey since I first came in as Media Manager, and later stepping into the Operations and Media role. Looking […]
We’re pleased to announce Louie Chorlton has committed his future to Bradford (Park Avenue). A dynamic winger who enjoys getting forward and supporting the attack, Louie has signed on the dotted line to return for a second season in a green and white jersey. Chorlton, 23, joined the Avenue after a successful spell at Pontefract […]
We’re pleased to confirm the retention of Adam Haw for the 2026-27 season. Haw started his career at Guiseley AFC, before spells with Mickleover FC, Atherton Collieries, and Pontefract Collieries, where he caught the attention of many around the region for his clinical finishing and relentless work rate. The talented striker joined former boss Craig […]
We’re delighted to welcome goalkeeper Declan Lambton to Bradford (Park Avenue), for the 2026-27 season, subject to FA and league approval. Lambton, 25, joins the West Yorkshire outfit after leaving Matlock Town at the end of the last campaign. The Bradford-based number one started the 2025-26 season with recently-promoted Emley AFC, having also been part […]
The Club are delighted to announce the signing of centre-back Rudy Misambo, subject to FA and league approval. Misambo, 31, will add physicality, strength and pace to the Avenue defence, following his release from Northern Premier League – Premier Division outfit; FC United of Manchester. The towering 6ft 4 defender made 49 appearances for the […]
We’re pleased to announce the return of Kareem Hassan-Smith to the Club for the 2026-27 season. One of Bradford’s best signings in recent years, the 23 year old has extended his stay at the Horsfall Community Stadium for a third season. The young wing-back joined the Avenue from Albion Sports in 2024 after impressing in […]
We’re pleased to welcome back, fan favourite, Luke Parkin to the Horsfall Community Stadium for the forthcoming 2026-27 season. Parkin played a huge role at the end of the season, scoring three goals and being part of the squad that won four consecutive matches to reach the Playoffs. Known by many as ‘Parko,’ Luke started […]