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where he served Dorchester Town on loan before switching permanently to Eastleigh. 20-
year-old right back with a bright future ahead of him.
ARCHIE WILLCOX – Archie joined City this summer from Wessex Premier League side,
Fareham Town. Willcox has also had brief spells with AFC Portchester and Gosport Borough
last summer before returning for Fareham for a second spell, where he had a successful
campaign, scoring lots of goals from central defence. Another young player with a bright
future expected in the game.
CLAUDIO HERBERT – A tricky, pacy, wide player that excites and entertains. Herbert joins
City from National League South side, Hungerford Town. Claudio’s career has seen him turn
out for Salisbury, Poole Town, Fleet Town, Frome Town, Andover Town, Hartley Wintney,
Basingstoke and Sholing.
DAN NEILD – Young midfielder that has joined the club this summer having receiving
several accolades last campaign whilst playing for Weymouth U23s. Exciting prospect that
has looked lively during pre-season.
JOSH BERTIE – Josh is a highly-sought after talent that joined City this summer from
Andover Town. He did sign for Dorchester Town last season, but his campaign was
hampered by injury. A versatile player that can play in several different positions and is a
powerful presence. Hails from the British Virgin Islands.
ALEX MACALLISTER – Alex has signed for City on loan from Aldershot Town. MacAllister
had an impressive campaign previously for the Shots U23s and is highly regarded at the
North Hampshire club. Scored an impressive goal at Corsham Town in pre-season and set
up two goals in a pre-season victory at Baffins Milton Rovers.
SILVANO OBENG – Silvano is a powerful centre forward that joined City in the summer
from Brockenhurst. Formerly at AFC Totton and Kettering Town, Obeng has impressed in
pre-season and scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 win at Baffins Milton Rovers. Another player with
an exciting future.
IK HILL – IK is a fans’ favourite that has returned to the club following a spell away at
Westfield FC. IK is a pacy, skilful wide player that excites supporters and scored an
impressive solo effort at AFC Totton in pre-season.
STAFF PROFILES
CRAIG DAVIS – Player-Manager who came to City from Fleet Town after relinquishing his
position as Manager. Took over as Interim Manager until the end of the 2016-17 season
before taking over the reins permanently. His playing career started off as a pro at Cardiff
City before spells at Bashley, Salisbury, Gosport Borough and AFC Totton. Has won both the
Southern League South and West and Premier as a player. ‘Davo’ has had several
opportunities to move on from City, including an opportunity at a higher level, but he has
shown his commitment and loyalty to City and we are delighted to have him at the helm.
LUKE MIDDLEWICK – Luke joined the club this summer, with Sean Birchnall moving on to
take charge at Farnham Town. Luke was Assistant Manager at Wessex Premier League side,
Brockenhurst, and is a knowledgeable coach that will be a valuable asset and a key part of
Craig’s coaching staff.
CRAIG MARTIN – First Team Coach. Craig has been at the club for several seasons now.
He played with Davo at Fleet Town and is based locally.
MARC COLE – Goalkeeping Coach. ‘Coler’ has been an ever-present on matchdays for the
First Team since his arrival at the club from Alresford Town.
JO BROCKSOM - Jo is in her 7th season now at Winchester as Sports therapist, this is her
3rd season taking a leading role though, has been integral in keeping our players on the
pitch and delighted to have her with the club again this season.
MIKE CARTER – Mike was formerly Club Secretary and is now part of Craig’s First-Team
staff and he is also Assistant Manager of the clubs’ U23s.