Marcus Martin (and Adam Kelly) join Tiverton Town FC

Press Release From Tiverton Town FC

John Clarkson was tonight introduced to the media and Tivvy fans at a press conference at Ladysmead. Clarkson has arrived from Spain where he was manager of Ontinyent in Segunda B.

He had been managing in Spain for the last six years. He immediately announced his first three signings. Wide midfielder Adam Kelly has re-signed for Tivvy from Champions Poole Town. Kelly was a member of the highly successful Tiverton Town Under 18’s from a few years back managed by Hedley Steele.

Kelly was at the press conference alongside another new signing central defender Matt Villis, who joins from Blue Square South Weston-Super-Mare. He is another player returning to Ladysmead.

Ex Truro City player Adam Kelly also joins Tiverton Town

Third signing is ex-Truro City midfielder Marcus Martin who has been with the White Tigers since leaving Exeter City.

Marcus sadly leaves Truro City for Tiverton Town

Clarkson explained that he expects a number of other new signings by the end of next week, including two from Spain. “I am very close to completing my squad. Five players from last season's squad, Josh Concanen, Josh Searle, Tom Gardner, Alex Faux and Chris Wright have indicated they are willing to commit to next season” He explained he was looking forward to the challenge but was very tired after a 23 hour drive from Spain. “ Give me a week and I will be right up to speed” Exciting times indeed for the loyal Tivvy supporters.