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Bridgwater United FC - A history




       the League Cup (2009) and were beaten finalists in the promo on play-offs
       (2010)
       However a er 2010 leaner  mes returned, eventually leading to relega on
       in 2017. Returning to Step 5 level once more, the club remained ambi ous,
       with the aim of compe ng strongly for the  tle and regaining its previous
       status.

       The club’s ambi ons received a massive boost during the early part of 2021
       as it merged with Yeovil United FC to become Bridgwater United FC. Now,
       with  a new  club  status, ownership  and  business  model, plans  are at an
       advanced stage to make the club a real community asset - not just for the
       town of Bridgwater but for the whole of Somerset.



             BUFC Player Bio’s 2021/22



       Jake Viney: Fantas c shot stopper. A er suffering a serious injury which kept him
       out for a whole season in 2016/17, he’s come back stronger than ever with a string
       of outstanding performances.
       Mark  Armstrong:  Captain  of  the  club  and  a  born  leader.  An  experienced,
       hardworking, tough-tackling midfielder, equally comfortable in central defence.
       Ryan Brereton: An exci ng and dynamic midfielder with a great le  foot who will
       be looking to make a big impression in his first full season with the club.
       Callum Chivers: A promising youngster promoted from the Team BTC U-18
       side.
       Mike Duffy: Returns to the club for 2021/22 and will be looking to establish his
       place in the star ng line-up with high energy, comba ve performances.
       Harry Durant: Having come through the Team BTC U-18 side as a striker, 18-year-
       old Harry has been converted to a full back and made the posi on his own in the
       first team.
       Ross Edwards: Defender signed from Bishops Lydeard. Also played for North Leigh.
       Cameron  Gauci:  A  pacey  winger who  joined  the  club  in  November  2021  from
       Welsh side Dinas Powys FC
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