On this episode of the Gloverscast, Dave and Ian speak to YTFC legends Mickey Spencer and Neil Coates about their time in Green and White.
They talk about the move from Huish to Huish Park, THAT goal against Hereford and the match against Arsenal that followed, and plenty more.
On this episode of the Gloverscast, Dave and Ian are joined by Tim Lancaster and Will Ranner to talk about the near demise of YTFC in the early 90s.
Former Yeovil Town keeper Liam O’Brien wants to repay the faith Stratford Town chairman Jed/Ged/Gerard McCrory has shown in him since recovering from his injury nightmare.
The shot stopper joined Stratford in November last year, and speaking to the Stratford-upon-Avon Herald, O’Brien said how he had contemplated quitting football after the reoccurrence of an injury in the 3-0 win against Wrexham in February 2020.
He said: “Before joining Stratford Town I nearly gave up football completely. When I was at Yeovil I pulled the quad off my bone and it required an operation. I had the operation and it took around four-and-a-half months to get back fit. I started training again, played two games and then got the same injury again. So I needed another operation and then another four-and-a-half months to get back fit. By that time Covid-19 hit, I was out of contract and ready to give it all up. From going from almost retiring to getting the love for football back, I cannot wait to get going. That phone call from Jed gave me a massive lift and playing for Stratford Town is something I’m really looking forward to. Even if I had offers from elsewhere, the answer is no because I want to repay the faith Jed has shown in me.”
O’Brien will come up against Yeovil Town when the Glovers head to Stratford on the 24th of July for a preseason friendly.
Ex Yeovil Town forward Gold Omotayo has signed for National League side King’s Lynn Town after his time at Wrexham came to an end.
Omotayo was given the opportunity to earn a contract with TikTok’s newest partner but has instead signed a deal with the Norfolk side.
King’s Lynn director of football (what’s one of them?!) Rob Back told the club’s website: “It’s taken a few weeks to get this one over the line but we are really pleased Gold has decided to join us.”
The Gloverscast Trio return to chat.
Yeovil Town have announced that Matt Worthington has signed an extension with the club keeping him at Huish Park for the upcoming 2021/22 season.
The 23-year-old midfielder, who joined the Glovers in January 2019 is the longest serving member of the squad and has become a real fans’ favourite during his time at Huish Park.
Confirming the deal on social media, Matt said;
“Delighted to be here again next season” Thank you for all your messages”
Gaffer Darren Sarll was also pleased to get the deal done telling the club’s official website; “I was delighted when Matthew called and wanted to re-sign… “
“Matt and I have discussed in real depth what he needs to bring to this new team. A player that effects the outcome of games is very much within him but I have challenged him to make this a consistent actual. He can do it, it’s deep down within his capabilities and I believe he will be a big player for us next season.”
This is sure to be a popular announcement, none more so than at Gloverscast HQ!
Delighted to be here again for next season ! Thankyou for all your messages ? https://t.co/4DBeZec8ij
— matthew worthington (@mattyworthy88) July 2, 2021
Ben and Dave chat to YTFC legend Kevin Gall.
On this episode of the Gloverscast, Perky and Dave speak with YTFC cult hero, Hugo Rodrigues, about his short time at Yeovil.
Darren Sarll has spoken to YTFC.net about the latest Glovers signing, Mark Little, emphasising what a coup Little’s signing is for Yeovil Town.
The Yeovil manager said: “This is brilliant, brilliant signing for us. This is a lad who’s not even played in League Two. This is a League One, Championship fullback. Everyone I’ve spoken to has told me (he’s a) brilliant character, good talker. Were almost trying to reinvent a different style of footballer to Carl Dickinson. That age, that experience, that level that they’ve played at, they have a standard to their work. They understand the things you have to do to in order to get promoted and Mark covers all those boxes.”
The 32-year-old’s signing from Bristol Rovers was announced yesterday, and adds ‘character’ and importantly to the manager, another ‘talker’. Sarll said: “It’s a lot of character that comes in. Same with Grant Smith – brilliant talker. Same with Morgan Williams – brilliant talker. There’s a theme, I know. It’s such an important part and we were very quiet last year because of our age and inexperience. Mark’s a coup for the football club.”
Sarll also explained his shock when Little gave him a call, and had a conversation with former Glover Charlie Lee about his ex-teammate.
“I was shocked when I was phoned. I then when I spoke with Charlie Lee (who was previously a teammate of Little), Charlie was shocked he’d phoned. Mark’s driving it. Mark’s driving the decision. Marks drove the process. (They’re) brilliant people to deal with. I must say, agents get a lot of stick, Mark’s agent was magnificent. Good guy, very sensible, very reasonable,” Sarll said.
Ex-Yeovil fullbacks Luke Ayling and Ryan Dickson also praised the signing on Twitter.
YES YES YES ???? https://t.co/k4S7O9RhgQ
— Luke Ayling (@lukeayling_8) June 25, 2021
Good signing.
— Ryan Dickson (@Ryandickson23) June 25, 2021
