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Matchman · 22/5/2022 8:39 PM

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Dave Hilton has tweeted that some new signings will be announced this week

David Hilton @DavidHilton77
Great to see @marshwillock at the NMG this morning along with some other new signings. Keep an eye on the official club site for further details this week
3:58 pm · 22 May 2022

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Matchman · 23/5/2022 12:29 PM

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Ben O’Hanlon Signs For The Robins
May 23, 2022

We are delighted to announce that 26-year-old left back Ben O’Hanlon has joined the Robins. The former Wolverhampton Wanderers, Darlington and Harrogate Town defender joins Martin Carruthers’ side as we move into the Southern Premier League Central for the 2022/23 season. Manager Martin Carruthers said the following about the former England U19s international; “Ben comes highly recommended by a number of people and is another quality defender added to the squad. “He has a sweet left foot and is an attack-minded full back who is very comfortable on the ball.
“I’m sure he will suit our style of play and that the fans will be very happy with this signing.”
Welcome to the New Manor Ground Ben.

Signed for Stourbridge in the summer of 2020 from Hednesford Town. The Telford-born player started his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers. He left Molineux in the summer of 2017 having had loan spells with Corby Town, Nuneaton and AFC Telford and he then headed north to spend time with Harrogate Town before signing for Darlington in January 2018. He returned to the Midlands on loan at Hednesford from the Quakers in February 2019, before making a move to Stourbridge on a permanent basis ahead of the 2019-20 campaign.

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Matchman · 23/5/2022 12:47 PM

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STOURBRIDGE FC

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BEN O'HANLON JOINS ILKESTON TOWN
BY NIGEL GREGG1 HOUR AGO

Our best wishes go to Ben O'Hanlon who has joined newly promoted ILKESTON TOWN after spending two years with Stourbridge.The 26-year-old left-sided defender or midfielder joined the Glassboys in the summer of 2020 from Hednesford Town and chalked up 51 appearances (43 + 8 sub) and scored twice during his time at Stourbridge. He has linked up with Ilkeston Town who will also be competing in the Southern League Premier Division Central in 2022/23 after winning the NPL Division One Midlands Division last season. We thank Ben for his contribution and wish him all the best for the future!

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WhiteBallProject · 23/5/2022 2:37 PM

Looks like we are strengthening the defence which is a good sign of intent from the owners and the management!

Matchman · 24/5/2022 7:55 AM

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Ilkeston Town FC @ilkestontown_fc
Former Leicester City, Brighton & Hove Albion, Nottingham Forest and Bolton Wanderers forward Chris O'Grady joins the Robins. The 36-year-old centre forward adds a wealth of experience to Martin Carruthers' squad. Welcome to the NMG Chris #OneTownOneClub

8:22 am · 24 May 2022

Matchman · 24/5/2022 8:15 AM

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Obviously the guy has had a good career ...... Brighton paid £2million for him

https://www.soccerbase.com/players/player.sd?player_id=34857

But most peoples initial reaction will probably be: Why are we signing a 36 year old ?

Dave Hilton and Martin Carruthers know what they're doing so let's reserve judgement.

Could be an excellent signing at this level in the short term.

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Trowell Nicky · 24/5/2022 8:35 AM

Age is just a number. If he’s looked after himself could be a very good signing. Born in the same month as James Milner, and he’s still a top player at the highest level. Can’t see that he played anywhere last season?

Alex · 24/5/2022 4:00 PM

Yet another fantastic signing. Goes to show it means we are not just making the numbers up.
Only problem i have 5 doesn't go into 2 or 5 doesnt go into 3 or is 1 on his way out!

Interesting times ahead for us ilson fans

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kevilsonlad · 24/5/2022 4:50 PM

heard really good things about the new forward player , not a great goal scorer but he is brilliant at holding the ball up. I was saying this to someone at work then the very next day it happened .
Just wonder if we have right back in my mind and a keeper ?

Alex · 24/5/2022 5:44 PM

We need a keeper and a right back. Maybe a season long loan from forest for the keeper.

We have done that in the past

Matchman · 25/5/2022 4:17 AM

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NON LEAGUE

Ilkeston stun fans signing former Championship player
Ilkeston Town stun fans by signing a former Championship player ready for the club’s first season in the 7th tier since re-forming.

Football League striker Chris O’Grady has joined the Robins while Ben O’Hanlon also comes into the newly promoted side.Ilkeston won the Northern Premier League – Midlands Division, earning 87 points from 38 games played for the 2021/22 season.They will partake in eight pre-season friendlies ahead of the 2022/23 campaign starting off with a visit from Carlton Town, giving fans plenty of time to watch the new signings in action.

THE SCHEDULE SO FAR
Saturday 2nd July – 12:00 – New Manor Ground – v Carlton Town
Saturday 9th July – 15:00 – New Manor Ground – v Melton Town
Wednesday 13th July – 19:30 – The Town Ground – v Heanor Town
Saturday 16th July – 15:00 – The Stag Ground – v Kimberley MWFC
Wednesday 20th July – 19:30 – New Manor Ground – v Shepshed Dynamo
Saturday 23rd July – 15:00 – Road Stadium – Hinckley LRFC
Tuesday 26th July – 19:30 – TBC – v NLN Opposition (Opponents TBC)
Saturday 30th July – 15:00 – New Manor Ground – v Belper Town

CLUB STATEMENT:
O’Grady brings a wealth of experience to Martin Carruthers’ squad, having over 500 professional appearances and 100 goals to his name.The 36-year-old started his career with the Nottingham Forest youth setup before joining Leicester City.
He has had spells at Sheffield Wednesday, Brighton & Hove Albion, a loan back to Nottingham Forest and most recently was at Bolton Wanderers in League One.
Carruthers said: “Chris is an excellent addition to our squad and brings with him a wealth of experience. “He is a big powerful unit and super fit, he will certainly be of huge benefit to our current strikers who will all be able to learn and develop from Chris this season. “He will give us different attacking options and I’m sure will bring plenty of goals to the team this season.
“This is a real coup for the club.”

HIS CAREER:
Youth career
Nottingham Forest
2000–2003 – Leicester City
Senior career
2003–2007 – Leicester City – 24 games (1 goal)
2004–2005 Notts County (loan) – 9 games (0 goals)
2005–2006 Rushden & Diamonds (loan) – 22 games (4 goals)
2007–2008 – Rotherham United – 51 games (13 goals)
2008–2010 – Oldham Athletic – 13 games (0 goals)
2008 Bury (loan) – 6 games (0 goals)
2009 Bradford City (loan) – 2 games (0 goals)
2009 Stockport County (loan) – 18 games (2 goals)
2009–2010 Rochdale (loan) – 24 games (15 goals)
2010–2011 – Rochdale – 69 games (19 goals)
2011–2013 – Sheffield Wednesday – 53 games (9 goals)
2013 Barnsley (loan) – 16 games (6 goals)
2013–2014 – Barnsley – 40 games (15 goals)
2014–2017 – Brighton & Hove Albion – 31 games (1 goal)
2014 Sheffield United (loan) – 4 games (1 goal)
2015–2016 Nottingham Forest (loan) – 21 games (2 goals)
2016–2017 Burton Albion (loan) – 26 games (1 goal)
2017–2018 – Chesterfield – 35 games (2 goals)
2018–2019 – Oldham Athletic – 38 games (7 goals)
2019–2020 – Bolton Wanderers – 20 games (2 goals)
2022– Ilkeston Town

https://youtu.be/q6y2hDr2JDA

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Matchman · 25/5/2022 11:18 AM

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Kalern Thomas Signs For The Robins.
May 25, 2022

We are delighted to announce that highly sought after 28-year-old right-back Kalern Thomas has joined the Robins. The former Solihull Moors and Coalville Town right-back joins Martin Carruthers’ side as we move into the Southern Premier League Central for the 2022/23 season.
Manager Martin Carruthers said the following about the full back.“We are delighted to welcome Kalern to the New Manor Ground.“He has been much sought after by numerous teams in our league so it’s a great coup that he opted to join us. “A pacy attacking full back who will not only add strength and power to our backline but also excite the fans with his pace and attacking style. Welcome to the club Kalern.” Welcome to the New Manor Ground Kalern.

https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kalern-thomas/profil/spieler/298527

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Alex · 25/5/2022 12:07 PM

Its like opening a packet of panini stickers. You just dont know what we will get next. Welcome to the club.

Goalkeeper please next👍

Matchman · 26/5/2022 2:38 PM

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Can’t believe I’ve just seen this.

Jamie Ward signs for Ilkeston

What a sensational signing - Another proven goalscorer.

His goals helped Buxton get into to the National League North and he can do the same for us.

What a choice of attacking players we now have.

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kevilsonlad · 26/5/2022 4:36 PM

OMG what fantastic signings we have . Is this Ilkeston Town FC ???????

WhiteBallProject · 26/5/2022 8:36 PM

At this rate we are going to have to re start the reserves to give everyone a game! You just have to applaud the owners ambition and commitment to making our football club a success. Thanks yet again Dave and Andy! Its good to see Matchman is getting hold of that foreign wifi!

WhiteBallProject · 27/5/2022 5:46 PM

And yet another signing from Buxton in the form of Ben Turner!

kevilsonlad · 28/5/2022 7:29 AM

Another HUGE signing.

Matchman · 07/6/2022 3:00 PM

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We've definitely gone for experience with our new signings. Can't wait to see these players in action.

New Players Age Position
Saul Deeney 39 Goalkeeper
Chris O’Grady 36 Forward / Striker
Jamie Ward 36 Forward / Winger
Ben Turner 33 Central Defender
Kalern Thomas 28 Right Back
Tomasz Bukowski 27 Goalkeeper
Ben O’Hanlon 26 Left Back
Marshall Willock 22 Central Defender