While chairman Paul Dipre confirmed the installation of our new 3G pitch is “just ahead of schedule” this week, Howard and his assistant Luke Garrard have begun putting their stamp on the first team squad.
The confirmed new arrivals ahead of the Robins’ pre-season schedule are defenders Adam Thompson and Lewis Gonsalves, plus midfielder Lee Hall.
“We are pleased to get these three and I hope this shows how serious Luke and I are taking the forthcoming season,” said Howard.
“Adam is a very experienced centre back who has won promotion from this league twice, and I know a few clubs wanted him, while Lewis is a versatile left-footer who was with Tooting last season.
“Lee was with us at Corinthian Casuals last season and he won the management’s ‘player of the season’ award.”
Howard added he is still on the hunt for new blood in one or two other positions but that our current players will also be involved in his initial plans.
“I’m really happy to report most of the current squad want to come back to show Luke and I what they can do,” he said. “I didn’t think Carshalton were a bad side last season so hopefully we can help take the club further forward.”
Four current players definitely confirmed to be a part of our new campaign however are last season’s joint top goalscorers Tommy Bradford, Mickel Miller and Sean O’Toole, plus defender Bobby Price, as it was confirmed we would take up their options.
“I was delighted to hear the club was keen to keep these four young exciting players and hopefully they can pick up where they left off last year,” added Howard. “Now I just can’t wait to get everyone together and get cracking!”
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