12 Aug 2023

OSADEBE ON FOR AVENUE!

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We can today confirm the signing of ex-Farsley forward Chinedu Osadebe with the Club.

Chinedu Osadebe signed for the Celts in September 2022 after winning promotion to the National League North with Banbury United.

The striker first ventured into non-league football down South, spending time with Witham Town in Essex, as well as Hertfordshire side Bishop’s Stortford.

On the signing, manager Mark Bower said;

“We’re delighted to get Osadebe signed on with us. He has managed to impress us in pre-season, and with his experience at Banbury in their promotion winning Southern Premier League season, he’ll be a great addition to the team.”

Osadebe is available for selection this Afternoon vs Macclesfield! Get down to the Horsfall now or stay tuned to our socials for the latest updates.

9 Aug 2023

CASH/CARD GATE AT MACCLESFIELD GAME

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We can today confirm that there will be a cash/card gate for any supporters wanting to attend the Macclesfield game (12th August, 3pm KO).

The Cemetery Road turnstiles will have a cash/card gate, and Park Road will run a cash gate.

Supporters who have already purchased tickets can enter at either the Cemetery Road or Park Road gates where there will be a steward to check your ticket.

You can purchase tickets online here up until 2pm Saturday. See you at the Horsfall Community Stadium #GreenArmy!

3 Aug 2023

ZAK KERSEY SIGNS!

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We can today confirm the signing of Midfielder Zak Kersey on a one-year deal with the club, with option for a 2nd. 

Zak joins the First Team after a year as a scholar with the BPA Academy, and made multiple League appearances for the First Team towards the back end of last season whilst on non-contract terms.

During his time with the Academy, he also spent time out on loan with Frickley Athletic, and earned a Man of the Match award on his debut for the club. 

He also appeared in last season’s West Riding County Cup match vs Brighouse Town, scoring the opening goal with a great strike.

On the signing, Danny Boshell said;

“We’re really pleased Zak has signed. He’s a great kid with a fantastic attitude and a willingness to learn.” 

“He’s still young with a lot to learn but he showed in his brief appearances last season that he has the ability and potential to step up.”

We also caught up with Zak in a video interview which you can watch below.

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2 Aug 2023

WILL LANCASTER JOINS THE SQUAD!

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We can today confirm the signing of highly-rated midfielder Will Lancaster, on a one-year deal with the Club, with option for a 2nd. 

Will Lancaster made over 24 appearances for Avenue last season, scoring once in the FA Trophy against Farsley Celtic. 

The Club would also like to say a huge thank you to the Development Fund for their help in finalising this deal.

He became an integral part of the squad going into the later stages of the season, impressing fans with his strong defensive play and fast attacking techniques, showing improvement every game. 

Will joins after being released from Barnsley at the end of the 2022/23 season, he made his first-team debut for the club on 20th September 2022, coming on as half-time substitute for Nicky Cadden in a 2-0 win vs Newcastle United u21s. (EFL Trophy) 

Lanny also went out on loan to NPL side Whitby Town earlier in the 22/23 season, making 4 appearances. 

Mark Bower had this to say on the signing; 

“We are delighted to get Lanny’s signature ahead of the upcoming season, he is a great player with some really good attributes and ability, we’re excited to work with him after last season.”

You can watch Will’s video interview below!

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