HARRY COLVILLE AGREES TERMS!

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We are delighted to confirm the signing of 20-year-old Midfielder Harry Colville on a one-year-deal with the Club.

Harry previously played for the University of West Alabama as a Freshman, where he made 16 appearances, then graduating to Sophomore and making 11 more, scoring one goal.

Colville has been under the name Trialist E this season, and did enough to impress the management. Danny Boshell had this to say;

“We’re delighted Harry has agreed to join us. Harry has impressed us over the last few weeks in training and the pre season games he’s been involved in.”

“Harry can play off either flank and in the centre of the park so his versatility will be good for us. Still a young boy with plenty to learn so hopefully we can give him that platform to help him progress.”

This deal is subject to the relevant clearances.

WILL CALLIGAN SIGNS UP!

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We are delighted to confirm the signing of 21-year-old right-back Will Calligan on a one year deal with the club.

Equally adept at playing at full-back or on the wing, Will joined Barnsley’s Academy in January 2014 and signed as a first-year scholar in July 2018. Comfortable in possession and tenacious in the tackle, he has the ability to seamlessly link defence to attack and is also composed in front of goal.

Will was rewarded for his fine performances with a couple of appearances for the U23s at the end of the 2018/19 Professional Development League campaign.

He kick-started his first full season at U23s level by scoring on the opening day of the 20/21 campaign in a 2-1 defeat at champions Nottingham Forest.

After his contract expired with Barnsley, Will joined NWCFL Div 1 South Side Stockport Town in the 21/22 Season.

On the signing, Manager Mark Bower said this;

Will has shown he has some really good attributes and we’re excited to work with him to help him to continue his development. He has shown a great attitude and desire during games and in training to secure a contract with us.

In this years pre-season, Calligan was playing under the name Trialist A. He scored the 2nd penalty on Wednesday which you can watch below.

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UP NEXT – CHORLEY (H) 22nd July 3pm KO

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Admission is priced at £6 for Adults, and £3 for everyone else. This is a pay on the gate event, NO TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE.

Both Card and Cash are accepted on the Cemetery Road turnstiles, and Cash on the Park Road turnstiles. Parking in the Horsfall Car Park is free.

Our last 5 meetings with the magpies have all ended in equal points being shared between the teams, 4 of which had no goals scored.

Luke Rawson is the lone Avenue scorer in the last 5, who cancelled out Johnathan Ustabasis first half opener in the 77th minute.

MACCLESFIELD TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

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We are pleased to announce that fans can now purchase tickets to our opening NPL game against Macclesfield!

The match will take place on Saturday 12th August, with Kick Off at 3pm.

Tickets are priced at just £13 Adults, £10 Concessions (65+), £5 Students (with Valid ID), and £3 for Youths (12-17), and u12s go free!

www.ticketsource.co.uk/bradford-park-avenue-afc

Please note that this is an all ticket event, and there will be no pay on the gate turnstile available. You can purchase your tickets online through the link below, or visit the Club Shop at the Horsfall Community Stadium to purchase in person with cash or card.

MultiMatch ticket holders can purchase their tickets in advance from the stadium at the reduced rate.

We are open from 9am-6pm on weekdays, or you can purchase at any of our pre-season games.

HOPPER HYPED FOR NEW SEASON

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We can today confirm the signing of midfielder Harrison Hopper on a one-year deal with Bradford (Park Avenue)

Hopper has featured prominently for Avenue over the last 2 seasons, joining first in January 2022 from York City on a 18-month deal.

In his first season, he made 20 appearances for the Green Army, and scored 3 goals.

He made 42 appearances, and scored 2 goals in the 22/23 season, and also stepped up as right wing-back in multiple occasions due to injury.

On the signing, Club Secretary Calum Cullen had this to say;

“We are delighted to get Harrison over the line and back in the green and white. Harrison showed last year what a top player he is and to get his signature is a real testament to all those involved in the discussions.”

“We know Harrison has had other options over the summer period but he has bought into what we are trying to achieve here, and I look forward to seeing him help us along the way. Welcome back Harrison”

Harrison was equally pleased, adding this;

“Delighted to be back playing for BPA this season, can’t wait to get going and have a great season”

Harrison is the 13th player to agree terms with Avenue, as Mark and Danny prepare their squad for the 23/24 season.

CASH / CARD GATE AT BRADFORD CITY

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Bradford (Park Avenue) can today confirm that following discussions with Saxon Security, we are able to open a cash/card gate on Wednesday for the Bradford City game.

Fans who have already purchased tickets online, will enter through the Park Road turnstiles, where a steward will scan you in using your QR Code.

Fans who want to use the Cash/Card gate will enter through the Cemetery Road turnstiles. If using cash, please bring exact change where you can as this will speed up the process for everyone.

You can still purchase tickets online using the link below. Online sales close at 6:30pm.

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/bradford-park-avenue-afc/t-gayqgme