CLUB NEWS

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to announce that club legend Aneurin "Freddie" Thomas has joined Craig Williams' first-team coaching staff ahead of the 2026/27 season! One of the most respected figures in the Club's modern history, Freddie enjoyed an outstanding playing career in Black and Green spanning two decades. Across three spells at Park Avenue between 1992 and 2012, he made a remarkable 465 first-team appearances, cementing his place as one of Aberystwyth

Following a busy few weeks behind-the-scenes, Aberystwyth Town Football Club are pleased to provide a full squad update ahead of the Club's first preseason fixture this coming Saturday 27th at Aberystwyth University Park Avenue, welcoming Newtown AFC. Following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season, we would like to thank the players departing the Club for their commitment and efforts during their time in Black and Green: Kelland Absalom Kane Auld Gwydion Dafis Owain Evans Zac

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of standout defender and former Club Captain of Caersws FC, Harry Cottam. Machynlleth-native Harry progressed through the Black and Greens' youth ranks and was a standout performer, and later skipper, for the Under-19s; during which time he formed a formidable partnership with Lee Jenkins, who has since ascended to the English Football League. Harry later began his senior career with his hometown club, Machy

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are pleased to welcome young midfielder Gruff Sedgwick back to the Club, re-joining from Mid Wales neighbours Newtown AFC. 16-year-old local lad Gruff came through Town’s Academy until Under-13 age group before joining The Robins’ Academy at Under-14s age. He soon progressed through U15 to U16s and frequently played ahead of his age for the Club’s U19 Development side in the FAW National Academi North Development League. He was named in his firs

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to confirm the signing of experienced striker Aaron Williams ahead of the 2026/27 JD Cymru South season! The 32-year-old arrives at Aberystwyth University Park Avenue with a wealth of experience from more than a decade in senior football, having played across the English Football League, National League system and Cymru Premier. A product of the Walsall academy, Williams has enjoyed a distinguished career featuring spells with Pete

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Dillon Browne ahead of the new season, joining from Mid Wales neighbours Caersws FC of the JD Cymru North. A player with strong connections to the Club, Dillon returns to Aberystwyth University Park Avenue having previously progressed through the Club's academy as a youngster before embarking on his senior football journey with his hometown Club, Machynlleth FC. He later initially joined Caersw

Aberystwyth Town FC are delighted to welcome exciting forward Daniel Owen to the Club from neighbours Penrhyncoch FC of the JD Cymru North. A former standout of the Black and Greens' Under-19 side, the now-23-year-old returns to Aberystwyth University Park Avenue after four seasons at Cae Baker. A winger boasting frightening pace and tenacity, Tregaron-born Dan impressed from an early age within the ATFC Academy and Bow Street FC youth ranks before joining his hometown Tregar

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to welcome Ffiona Evans back to the role of Sports Therapist ahead of the 2026/27 JD Cymru South season! Ffiona holds a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from Aberystwyth University and an MSc in Sports Therapy. Alongside running her own private practice, FE Sports Therapy, she has built extensive experience across Welsh football. She has worked with the Football Association of Wales for over a decade, supporting regional and inter

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to confirm that fan-favourite Jonathan Evans will return in Black and Green for the 2026/27 JD Cymru South season! A product of the Club's academy, Jonny attracted the attention of Cardiff City in his youth and later represented Wales Schoolboys and the Wales Under-16 side while a Bluebird, competing in the Victory Shield. Following a spell with Accrington Stanley, Jonny returned to Ceredigion and has since become one of the most p

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to welcome experienced goalkeeper Luke Evans to the club for the 2026/27 JD Cymru South season, joining from Guilsfield FC of the JD Cymru North. 30-year-old Rhayader-based Luke boasts extensive experience in football across Mid and North Wales. He joined Newtown AFC's Academy at 16 years old and represented Wales U18 Academies before later senior spells at Caersws and Rhayader. Since the beginning of the 2021/22 season, he has ama

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to announce the appointment of Rico Martin as the Club’s new Performance Coach ahead of the 2026/27 JD Cymru South season! Rico, who is based at Aberystwyth University, began his coaching career in 2004 at the University Sports Centre. Since then, he has established himself as one of the leading performance coaches in the field, working with elite athletes across a range of sports. His current client list includes World Rally Champ

Aberystwyth Town FC are delighted to welcome 25-year-old defender Tomos Evans to the club for the upcoming 2026/27 JD Cymru South season! Aberystwyth-native, product of the Black and Greens' academy, and later part of a highly successful Under-19s team, Tom re-joins the club after eight seasons with Penrhyncoch FC whom he joined ahead of the 2018/19 season. Tom has been a stalwart at Cae Baker since, amassing over 200 appearances across all competitions and serving the previo

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are pleased to welcome exciting winger Rhys Hughes to the club from neighbours Bow Street FC of the Lock Stock Ardal North-East. An academy product of his hometown club Porthmadog FC, 26-year-old Rhys is a former Aberystwyth University student who made the town his home after completing his studies in Business Management and International Marketing. A rapid and tricky winger, Rhys joined Bow Street ahead of the 2022/23 season, making his true br

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to confirm the return of Liam Walsh for the 2026/27 JD Cymru South campaign, joining for his second spell at the club following a season with JD Cymru Premier side Cardiff Metropolitan University. Formerly of Swindon Town and Wrexham AFC — where he made one National League appearance — Liam's first taste of Welsh football came as a youngster with Prestatyn Town during the 2014/15 season before joining Carmarthen Town in 2017. Liam

Aberystwyth Town FC are pleased to confirm the retention of youngsters Leo Thompson, Tomos Wyn Evans, and Ernie Andrews for the upcoming campaign! Shrewsbury-born Leo developed through the ranks at AFC Telford United before joining The New Saints in August 2024, shortly after his 16th birthday. In his first season at Park Hall, he made 26 appearances between the Saints' Development and Reserve sides, scoring 10 goals and providing 10 assists. Leo continued his fine scoring an

Aberystwyth Town FC are delighted to confirm the retention of Dylan Downs, Cameron Allen, and Tom Mason for the upcoming 2026/27 campaign! 22-year-old defender / midfielder Dylan came through the youth ranks at Shrewsbury Town before joining The Robins ahead of the 2020/21 season, where he featured regularly for the Club’s Development side as a youngster. A six-month loan with JD Cymru North side Llanidloes Town for the first half of the 2023/24 campaign gave Dylan his first

The future of Aberystwyth Town Football Club continues to shine brightly after a hugely successful 2025/26 campaign for the club’s foundation sides, with players, coaches, parents and sponsors coming together at the John Charles Lounge last week for the annual Foundation Awards Night. Credit: Steve Williams The evening celebrated an exceptional season across the youth section, recognising both team achievements and individual excellence while also highlighting the growing pat

Aberystwyth Town FC are pleased to confirm the retention of local trio Richy Ricketts, Josh Ferreira, and Ben Davies for the upcoming 2026/27 campaign! A graduate of the Club’s Academy and Development sides, Richy broke into the First Team at just 16 years old during the 2019/20 season, making 12 appearances in all competitions. Richy joined Bow Street FC on loan in January 2022 before signing permanently ahead of the 2022/23 season, where he became a regular starter. In his

Aberystwyth Town Football Club are delighted to confirm that standout defender and reigning Players' Player and Management Player of the Season, Sam Paddock, has extended his contract at the Club through the upcoming 2026/27 season! 23-year-old Sam joined the Black and Greens in June 2025 from Midland League Premier Division side Atherstone Town having previously come through the ranks at Hednesford Town. Sam impressed from the very start of preseason, displaying his defensiv

Aberystwyth Town FC is delighted to announce the re-launch of Sunday lunches at the John Charles Lounge, with Sian “Spar” hosting a special Sunday Carvery on Sunday 24th May from 12pm to 3pm. Supporters, families and the local community are invited to enjoy a fantastic afternoon of great food and great company at Park Avenue, with a delicious traditional carvery priced at just £11.95 per person. The re-launch marks an exciting return for Sunday dining at ATFC, bringing people