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- The Current 2008-2009 Squad
- Tim Sandercombe
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Date of birth: 15.06.89
Place: Enfield
Tim joined the club following the long term injury to Danny Alcock.
He began his career as a member of the Queens Park Rangers academy before being snapped up by Plymouth Argyle. He spent short loan spell at Tiverton Town before joining Notts County in May 2007. Tim signed a two year contract at Meadow Lane and made one first team appearance against Leyton Orient in last seasons Johnstones Paint Trophy but due to the strength in depth of goalkeepers at the club he was released from his contract in August.
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- Danny Allen
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Date of birth: 13/9/90
Place: Stafford
A local lad who progressed into the first squad last season after impressing in the clubs youth team.
Danny represented Staffordshire in the FA County Youth Cup. |
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- Wayne Daniel
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Date of birth: 12/12/76
Place: Birmingham
Club Captain Wayne is the longest serving member of the squad who joined Stafford Rangers in summer 2002. Always a favourite with the fans, he was voted both Supporters' Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season in both 2002/03 and 2003/04, becoming the first and only player to retain these awards. A commanding central defender, Wayne was also named Manager's Player of the Season in 2003/04.
Previously with Kidderminster Harriers, Bridgnorth Town and Paget Rangers, he made his 250th Stafford appearance on the opening day last season. Wayne was a member of the winning Staffordshire Senior Cup side in both 2003 and 2005 and captained the side which won promotion from the Blue Square North in 2005/6.
We asked Wayne...
WHAT IS YOUR NICKNAME?
Shoota.
WHO IS/WAS THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR FOOTBALLING CAREER?
At the start of my career my dad was a great
help, but now my partner Helen and my Mom.
WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER TO DATE?
Winning promotion to the Conference Premier in 2006.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB?
Aston Villa.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ALL TIME PLAYER?
Paul McGrath.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD?
My Moms curried goat or my partners lamb dinner.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TV SHOW?
Heroes and Prison Break.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION?
Fuengirola.
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU LIKE?
R ‘n’ B and Funky House.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST/BAND?
The Prodigy.
WHAT CAR DO YOU DRIVE?
Vauxhall Frontera.
WHO IS YOUR BEST MATE AT THE CLUB?
Haven’t got one. All the lads are good mates.
WHO IS YOUR WORST DRESSED TEAM MATE?
Andre Francis’s shoe collection leaves a lot to be desired! |
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- Stuart Pierpoint
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Date of birth/Age: 24
Place: Birmingham
Joined Rangers this season. A commanding central defender with excellent heading ability. Quite capable of making a nuisance of himself when going forward for corners or set pieces.
Part of the Halesowen team who just missed out on promotion to the Blue Square North last season.
Previous clubs: Halesowen Town, Sutton Coldfield Town, Oldbury United.
We asked Stuart...
WHO IS/WAS THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR FOOTBALLING CAREER?
My parents from my early years. Also a number of individuals at Halesowen over the past 3 years, have assisted my development.
WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER TO DATE?
Play-off final 2007-2008, Halesowen Town ~v~ Team Bath.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB?
Aston Villa.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ALL TIME PLAYER?
Paul McGrath.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD?
Anything Italian.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TV SHOW?
Soccer A.M.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION?
Cancun Mexico.
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU LIKE?
All sorts, nothing in particular.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST/BAND?
Rod Stewart.
WHAT CAR DO YOU DRIVE?
Audi A4.
WHO IS YOUR BEST MATE AT THE CLUB?
I have known and played alongside Nick Amos for the longest but all the lads have been top class since I arrived from Halesowen.
WHO IS YOUR WORST DRESSED TEAM MATE?
Andre Francis. WOW!!! DISGRACE. |
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- Nick Amos
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Date of birth/Age: 31
Place:Ilford, Essex
Nick captained the Halesowen Town side which narrowly missed promotion to the Blue Square North last season. Now has the chance to prove himself at that level after his close season move to Stafford. Nick is equally at home in defence or midfield.
Nick was Player of the Season at Halesowen in 2006-2007.
Previous clubs: Halesowen Town, Solihull Borough, Hednesford Town, Bromsgrove Rovers and Rushall Olympic. |
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- Jonathan Loukes
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Date of birth: 12/6/88
Place: Sheffield
Jonathan joined Stafford Rangers at the end of March 2008. He began his career at Barnsley at the age of 7, progressing to a 2 year scholarship with the club before signing a one year professional contract.
He left Barnsley at the age of 18 and joined Ilkeston Town. Moved on to Selby Town for the 2007/8 season, before joining Stafford.
We asked Jonathan...
WHAT IS YOUR NICKNAME?
Jonty.
WHO IS/WAS THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR FOOTBALLING CAREER?
Parents because they have stood by me through everything and been there when I needed them.
WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER TO DATE?
Scoring the winner in the FA Youth Cup and last 16 when I was at Barnsley.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB?
Manchester United.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ALL TIME PLAYER?
Chris Waddle.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD?
Chinese curry or Thai green curry.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TV SHOW?
Shameless.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION?
HongKong.
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU LIKE?
Indie.
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST/BAND?
Oasis and Arctic Monkeys.
WHAT CAR DO YOU DRIVE?
Vauxhall Corsa.
WHO IS YOUR BEST MATE AT THE CLUB?
Haven’t really got one. All the lads get on well together.
WHO IS YOUR WORST DRESSED TEAM MATE?
Not being funny but, Shoota turned up in a vest and a spinning belt for the friendly at Heath Hayes! |
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- Andre Francis
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Date of birth: 25.04.85
Place: Birmingham
Andre is equally at home as a wide midfielder or as a wing back. Has an excellent engine and his ability to cover the ground quickly makes him a valuable asset in either role.
Formerly with Rangers Reserves he spent last season at Halesowen Town.
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- Alex Morris
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Date of Birth: 05.10.82
Place: Stoke on Trent
Alex was with Crewe Alexandra from the age of 12 until he was 23. He was a regular reserve team player and featured on the first team bench without actually making a first team debut.
He was forced to retire due to a serious injury and after a full season out of the game, returned to football with Kidsgrove Athletic.
He played over 40 games at Kidsgrove last season.
We asked Alex...
WHAT IS YOUR NICKNAME
Mozza
WHO IS/WAS THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR FOOTBALLING CAREER
My Dad and Mum
WHAT IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR CAREER TO DATE
Making my Crewe debut versus Port Vale when I was 18.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB
Stoke City
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ALL TIME PLAYER
Alan Shearer and Paul Gascoine
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD
Steak and Chips
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TV SHOW
Only Fools and Horses.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION
Orlando
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOUR LIKE
Anything other than R n B andRap
WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST/BAND
The Jam and The Verve
WHAT CAR DO YOU DRIVE
Peugeot 207
WHO IS YOUR BEST MATE AT THE CLUB
They are all good lads
WHO IS YOUR WORST DRESSED TEAM MATE
To be honest quite a few of them look as if they get dressed in the dark
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- Jake Moult
- Dorryl Proffitt
Date of birth: 02/5/85
Place: Stafford
Darryl Proffitt, 22 years, has joined the club from Witton Albion.
Darryl is a former England Youth international who has had experience at Manchester City, Millwall, Crawley Town and Leek Town.
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- David McNiven
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Date of birth: 27/05/1978
Place: Leeds
David returned to Stafford as a permanent signing on the eve of the 2007/08 Blue Square Premier season from Morecambe. He joined Farsley Celtic on loan in mid-February 2008 until the end of last season, but has now re-joined the club.
In 2006/07, as well as helping Morecambe gain promotion to League Two, he made nine appearances on loan at Stafford scoring nine goals.
He made his Football League debut with Oldham Athletic, and lists York City, Hamilton
Academicals, Leigh RMI and Queen of the South amongst his previous clubs.
David’s twin brother, Scott, plays for Farsley Celtic. |
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- Paul McMahon
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Date of birth: 09.07.79
Place: Stafford
Now in his second spell with the Boro. Another local player with an eye for goal.
Paul has previously played for FA Cup heroes Chasetown, and has had spells at both Hednesford Town and Newcastle Town.
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- Mark Magee
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19year old Magee joins the club on non-contract terms having been released by Bristol City.
The speedy striker was given a 2 year scholarship by Bristol City at the age of 16 and was on a monthly professional contract at the club.
The teenager scored in an outing for Rangers reserves recently and following his release by Bristol City, Rangers stepped in.
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