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In Town today
in 2007 and then moved on to Brentford 3 years later. His spell at Exeter City began in 2012
and racked up nearly 250 appearances. Craig has taken a step back from playing and has
taken his first leap into the coaching world this season.
Lewis Williams – Goalkeeper – (23)
Lewis joined the Yellows in the summer of 2019 from Wells City after impressive
performances in pre-season. He began his career at Exeter City and signed a professional
contract in 2017 before being released 12 months later. After an impressive debut season
with the club he won the Young Player of the Season award.
Jimmy Weeks – Goalkeeper (19)
Hugely promising young shot stopper who has progressed through Tiverton Town Youth
Development after leaving Torquay United’s youth system. Has signed on this summer as
back up to Lewis.
Ollie Saunders – Goalkeeper (16)
Another keeper product from our Development side. Ollie may be young, but he has already
impressed the management team here at The Ian Moorcroft Stadium with his performances
for the Youth Team and his attitude in Pre-Season leading to him being signed on for cover
for the coming season.
Jamie Richards – Centre-Back (27)
A strong left-sided Centre back, Jamie is a real coup for Tiverton. Jamie signed for Truro City
during the 2015/16 season following his release by Torquay United and went on to make 255
appearances for the White Tigers. He was named Truro City club captain after the departure
of Ben Gerring in the summer of 2018. He started his career at Southend United, where he
emerged through the ranks before going on to serve the likes of Plymouth Argyle, Weymouth
and Northern Irish outfit, Linfield. Scott Rogers has already announced Jamie will captain the
side this year.
Josh Jones – Centre-Back (27)
Josh is an imposing centre-half and joined the Larks from Mangotsfield United in 2017 and
rapidly became a favourite of the Larks supporters. He has also played for Clevedon Town
and Cribbs. Last season Josh Jones picked up all 3 awards at Larkhall’s Awards Evening,
winning the Supporter’s Player of the Year, the Manager’s Player of the Year and the Player’s
Player of the Year.
Jack Fanning – Centre-Back (16)
Jack is a product of the Tiverton Town Under 18’s, Jack was signed on to make his debut in
the Devon County Cup against local team Torridgeside. His performance in that game
impressed the management and he has subsequently made further appearances with the
First Team.
Lewis White – Centre-Back (21)
A tall and quick centre-back, Lewis was scouted from Bath University’s Football side where
he is currently the Vice-Captain of their varsity football team. Lewis made his debut initially
as a one-off appearance against Poole Town when both first-choice centre backs were
suspended, Lewis impressed in this performance and earned himself a regular place in the
First-Team Squad.