Manager Ricky Marheineke has confirmed we will have a couple of familiar faces returning to the club for next season.

Firstly we welcome back Tom McGowan. Tom was one of our stand out players in our first season at step 3 and had a big impact at the start of last season before having to take a break to focus on his business. I have no doubt Tom will be another big player for the team going forward.

Secondly, returning to the club is Mark Coulson. Left back Coulson spent a few months with the club the season before last. The vastly experienced former professional will again bring valuable experience to the team and defensive line.

Welcome back to both and good luck for the season.

Above photos – Mark Coulson (left) & Tom McGowan (right).

We are pleased to announce that Joe Hood and Jarvis Wilson have put pen to paper for the coming season.

Joe is a right back who completed a two year scholar at Peterborough United FC before moving to America for a year. He then spent last season at Mildenhall Town, impressing in their first season at step 4.

Jarvis is a centre back that can also operate as a defensive midfielder. He has spent the last two years as a scholar at Northampton Town FC and joins the Ives as he starts a new chapter in his career in the non league game.

Welcome to the club to both Joe and Jarvis and we look forward to supporting you in this exciting new adventure for the team.

Above photos – Joe Hood (left) & Jarvis Wilson (right).

Following the first week of pre season we are delighted to bring you some information regarding the playing squad for the season ahead.

First to commit is Robbie Parker. Robbie joins from fellow Southern League club Biggleswade Town. The hard working and energetic midfield player has been an ever present figure during the last two seasons with Waders and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and understanding of step 3 football.

Please join me in welcoming Robbie to the club and we hope your time with us is a happy and successful one.