Tom played at AFC Rushen and Diamonds last season, a club he spent a large part of his career at. His previous clubs Cambridge City, Cogenhoe United, Daventry Town and Woodford United.

The striker retired at the end of last season and becomes Simon Hollyhead’s Assistant Manager ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

Lorraine said: “I am very pleased to become part of the coaching staff at Banbury United. Having known Simon for a couple of years now, I have seen that our outlook and views on football are very similar, and I am excited to work with him, the other staff members, and all the players.

“As somebody who grew up, and still lives and works locally, I know how important this football club is to the town and community.

“This is an opportunity for me to bring many years of non-league experience to our changing room, and work amongst many fantastic people, to bring success to BUFC once again!”

Simon and Tom are joined by volunteer coaches Matty Haycocks and Terry Thomson. Matty is a firm fixture at Banbury United and, just like our goalkeeper, Jack Harding, will spend his tenth season supporting our first team this year.

Terry Thomson has been involved in the Club since autumn 2023, becoming a director last December. Terry is a former semi-professional football player, a registered match official, a UEFA B Licence holder through the Scottish FA and he has recently acquired a Level 2 Talent Identification qualification. He plans to get his UEFA A License soon. Terry’s resignation from the board, to enable him to take this new role, was formally accepted at a board meeting on July 3rd.

Welcome (back) Tom, Matty and Terry!