Tom: “We are going in the right direction, and I can’t wait to be a part of that, doing well and getting results is something that I’m really looking forward to.”

Whingy: “We’re delighted to sign Tom, we’ve been after a centre half for a while now and we believe Tom is the right one for the club. He’s done really well in the two games he’s played for us and has massive potential to improve.”

Tom had been progressing through the ranks at West Bromwich Albion during his 13-year stay there which included him earning a scholarship. In December 2018 he suffered a serious injury in an FA Youth Cup fixture against Lincoln City which led to hm being reduced to the side-lines for 12-months. However, Tom battled back and managed to earn himself a professional contract with the West Bromwich Albion U23’s, which is where he finished last season. Tom is a leader on the pitch who shows composure in and out of possession but like all centre backs he loves a tackle.

TOM ROWLEY – ATTACKING MIDFIELDER – 18 YEARS-OLD

Tom: “I feel like this is a club that will give me an opportunity to learn and improve. I can’t wait to get going now.”

Whingy: “Tom has been brilliant since he’s came in, he’s very level-headed for a young man and again fits in to what we’re building here. Tom’s got great potential and we’re looking forward to watching him grow on and off the pitch.”

Tom was a junior at AFC Dunstable which is where he was picked up by MK Dons at U14’s. This is where he remained for several seasons progressing through the age groups which great success. In the summer of 2019, he earned a scholarship with the Football League side and featured on the bench for MK Dons in a Carabao Cup clash with Coventry City.

HARRY REILLY – CENTRAL MIDFIELDER – 24 YEARS-OLD

Harry: “Delighted to have signed for this club and can’t wait for the season to start on Saturday especially in front of the fans. We’ve got a great group and hopefully we can get this club to where it wants to be, come the end of the season.”

Whingy: “We’re delighted to sign Harry; he came on trial at the start of pre-season, and he has impressed everybody with his energy and ability on and off the ball. His attitude has been different class abs fits perfectly in what we’re trying to build here.”

Harry spent his younger years playing with the Strachan Football Foundation Academy in Rugby. His success here saw him earn a scholarship with the States with the University of Rio Grande in Ohio, here he played for their soccer team known as the Red Storm. On his return to the UK last season, he joined Stratford Town before moving to Daventry Town in October. He now finds himself playing for The Puritans for the upcoming season.

BEN TAYLOR – GOALKEEPER – 24 YEARS-OLD

Ben: “Joining a club on the rise and with ambitions like Banbury is exciting for any player, I’m looking forward to having a hand in getting this club to where it wants to be.”

Whingy: “We’ve been looking for a GK to provide Jack some competition this season and are delighted that Ben is on board. Ben has great experience and is really good addition for us.”

Ben spent his youth career playing for notable football league academies such as MK Dons and Cambridge United. He has also played for a few semi-professional sides including North Leigh, Gloucester City and Oxford City. This experience was put to the test across the pond, where Ben has been playing most recently. He has been studying and playing soccer for the American International College in Springfield, Massachusetts. He will be adapting to English football once again for this coming season for Banbury.