Paul Palfrey
Athletic, quick thinking goalkeeper, reads the ball well. His quick
reflexes have stopped many certain goals. Often the joker on the pitch,
but always serious when it comes to the crunch. Apps:21(2)
Goals:18
Martyn Ager
Vastly experienced defender, applied his trade at Stanway before moving
to Layerfield. Pacy and likes to move out of defence with the ball. Sees
himself as Layerfield's Rio Ferdinand. Vice captain and first ever
Layerfield man of the match winner. Apps:27
Goals:30
Dan
Harris
The main striker at the club, capable of turning any game. His technique
is wildly acclaimed by the world media, he is seen as the white Pele.
With his quick thinking he is able to change defence to attack
instantly. He can pick out passes as well as find the back of the net,
as his record proves. Dan was Layerfield's record signing back in
September 2001. Apps:26 Goals:98
Tony
Warren
Gets stuck into making the challenges. Wide range of passing which can
quickly turn defence into attack. Assistant manager and club scout in
Colchester. Apps:24(1) Goals:9
Paul
Simms
Skilful play-maker. Possesses good close ball control matched with
reasonable pace. Apps:21 Goals:85
Phil
Poulter
Defender. Another solid defensive player who very rarely makes a
mistake. Plays the ball out of defence very well. Apps:2 Goals:1
Dave
Canning
Yet another defender. Usually plays at right back, but can play anywhere
across the back line. Has been known to score a few goals with strong
runs out of defence. Apps:13(2) Goals:23
Danny Macklin
Striker. One of only 3 players to score for Layerfield. He scored the
last goal at Gillingham's Preistfield Stadium in the 2000/2001 season.
Apps:10(2) Goals:11
Steve Suckling
A pacy player in the centre of midfield who is 100% committed to the
club and any game he plays in. Scores the odd goal, but also misses the
odd penalty! Club manager. Apps:29 Goals:30
James Kennerley
Formally an Athletics legend at Colchester Harriers, James joined
Layerfield from Colchester Athletic in October 2001. First ever scorer
for Layerfield and Club Chaplain, this versatile attacking midfielder
can play anywhere along the middle of the pitch. Has also had stints in
defence and is more than capable in attack. A lynch pin in the team who
many turn to for guidance on and off the pitch. Apps:18(1)
Goals:16
Adam
Canning
Fast midfield player, scored 5 goals on his debut. His young age is not
stopping him hold a place in the team. Apps:19
Goals:37
Mark
Ager
Currently reserve goalie. Made several good saves in his debut in an
internal friendly match. Apps:21 Goals:2
Karl
Horspool
Received a late call up to the squad for the LFC 5 a-side competition.
Performed will in both games and got a goal in his second ever LFC game.
Apps:16(1) Goals:60
Ollie Marshall
Apps:1(1) Goals:3
Tom
Marshall
Loan signing from FC Braintree. Currently unsigned to league football
having previously played locally with Market Place Wanderers in 2000,
and two spells at Braintree Sporting, debuting against Dorset side
Palace Court in 1997/98. Departed in October 2001 having helped them to
a cup final at Halstead Town the previous season. Captain since 1996/97
of FC Braintree, and in recent years of Braintree Town sides that have
taken on the likes of Millwall and Exeter City, and now turning out in
friendly matches for local sides Bulldogs FC (Halstead) and, since
September 2002, Layerfield FC. Forward. Apps:5
Goals:18
Chris Putt
Loan signing from FC Braintree. Goalkeeper/Striker. Apps:4
Goals:8
Steev Tovey
Loan signing from CUMFC. Apps:1 Goals:1
Matt
HRSC
Member of staff at the Highwoods Recreation & Sports Centre. Stood in at
very short notice for Paul Sims. Apps:1 Goals:2
Andy
Winfield
A late replacement for James Kennerley on 15 September 2002. Apps:1
Goals:0
Mike Barton
Apps:2 Goals:0
Oliver Summers
Apps:1 Goals:0
