MANAGER- KEVIN JENKINSFirst full season in charge after GavinAllen’s
resignation mid way through last season. Kevin (AKA Bones) will be assisted by Gari
Lewis who will also be captain. Kevin has managed every teamat the club and also
reached the milestone of playing over 1000 games in goal in a career which has
lasted 28years.
GOALKEEPER- LLEW HUGHES(18) Signed from Aberystwyth Res during the season, he is
an excellent shot stopper. A player who has progressed through the mini minor set up
in Aberystwyth and will cope comfortably with thestep up in standard
GOALKEEPER- LEIGH JENKINS(18) Son of Bones, Leigh has come through the ranks at
the club starting at primary school to the under 17’s. Made his debut for he
firsts in the final match last season aged just 16, at 6″4′ he is a giant with a
promising future.
DEFENDER- MARK EGAN(27) Penrhyncoch through and through, progressed from the 3rds
to the first team. Had 2 season with Aberystwyth Res before returning to Cae Baker
where he has remained ever since. Mark is a strong and competitive player who plays
at right back.
DEFENDER- ELWYN EDWARDS(23) Another product from the youth system and the 3rd
team, playing in his third season in the Cymru Alliance. Tough tackling centre back
who is improving year on year and will feature prominently at the heart of the
defence or at right back.
DEFENDER- LLYR HUGHES(28) The most experienced player in defence who has played
for Aberystwyth in the League of Wales and gained Welsh schoolboy caps. Excellent
football brain which brings stability to the defence, has also played as an
emergency goalkeeper in previous seasons.
DEFENDER- MATTHEW EVANS(17) Locally born and has followed in his father’s
footsteps by playing for the first team. Probably the fittest player in the side and
can play at either left or right back. Has pace to burn and likes to push forward as
much as he can.
DEFENDER- DYLAN MORGAN(18) Up and coming player whocome through the Penrhyn
ranks. Plays at right back or at centre half. Good in the air and very comfortable
on the floor, he is destined to play at this level and higher in the forthcoming
years.
MIDFIELD- ASHLEY STEPHENS(20) Born and breed in Penrhyncoch, strong physique and
could well have played rugby this season before staying with the club. He can play
anywhere in midfield as well as in defence and should be a regular feature for the
season.
MIDFIELD- SION JONES(22) Signed from Ceredigion League side, New
Quay,previously played for Aberystwyth Res. before being released. Centre
midfielder who has a strong engine and loves getting from box to box. Sion has a
great attitude and always gives 100%.
MIDFIELD- GARI LEWIS(35) Assistant to Kevin and also the club captain. Vastly
experienced player who has over 14 years playing in the League of Wales. Gari has
come back tohis roots where he gained Welsh schoolboy honours before moving up a
standard.
MIDFIELD- DAN JAMES(21) Started his senior career with Penrhyn when only 17 years
old before moving to Aberystwyth Res. Competitive player who never gives up and will
be a constant thorn in the opposition’s side. Has a lot to offer at this standard.
MIDFIELD- JOSH SHAW(20) Had a brief spell with Bow Street before returning midway
through last season. Attacking midfielder who chips in with a number of goals
throughout the season. Another player who lives in the village and started with the
3rds.
FORWARD- SIMON DAVIES(24) Powerful player from Machynlleth with pace to burn
which will surely give defences a torrid time. Has made a huge step up in standard
this year from 2nd division district league to the Cymru Alliance, has the attitude
to succeed.
FORWARD- MARK COOK(22) Signed from University of Wales, Aberystwyth during the
close season. Originally from Porthmadog, he is strong in the air and is very much
an old fashion centre forward. Making a step up from Mid Wales League, he has the
talent to suceed.
FORWARD- RICHARD EVANS(19) Richard began his career in the reserves aged 16, when
they won the league. He has spent the last 2 seasons at Newtown and has now decided
to rejoin the club in the Cymru Alliance league. Talented player with a definite eye
for goal.