4, February, 2012

Steve Taylor (Manager)

Former player Steve has taken on the role as Manager this season after being an excellent Assistant Manager last year.  He has an excellent understanding of the game and his professionalism and tactical expertise have already had a positive impact on the young squad.

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Ian Potts (Assistant 1st Team Manager)

Has always been involved with Cowes, helping with the U18s, A Team and Reserves Ian has now stepped up to the Assistant Manager position.  He excels in motivating the lads and enjoys nothing more than celebrating hard fought victories with a beer or three!  Great clubman.

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Dave Thurman (Goalkeeper)

Joined Cowes from West Wight.  The more experienced of the keepers, Dave makes himself big in goal and is tough to beat when it comes to one on ones.  Outstanding penalty save ratio last year.

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Chris Norris (Goalkeeper)

This is Chris’s second season with the Yachtsmen after making the step up from Island League football.  Nozza is an excellent shot stopper and a safe pair of hands behind the back four.

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Aiden Bryan (Defender)

Again, a member of the successful U18 side of 04/05.  Aiden has returned to Westwood this season after a few years playing in Chichester.  An absolute rock wherever he plays, always a calm head and can be relied upon under pressure.

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Craig Insley (Defender)

Member of the treble winning U18s in 04/05.  Tough tackling centre back who has joined this season from fellow Islanders, Newport.  Craid reads the game superbly and is calm in possession at the heart of the defence.

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Sam Yelland (Defender)

Previously with East Cowes Vics and now in his second season at Cowes.  Last year’s Young Player of the Year.  Sam is rapidly developing into an excellent centre back and a potential leader.  Has taken to Wessex football like a duck to water.

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Kurt Butt (Defender)

Another to have played U18 level at Cowes.  Has successfully make the transition from Reserve to First Team this season.  Has demonstrated the ability to trouble opposing right backs as well as putting in solid performances in our back line.

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Steve Perfect (Defender)

Young right back who has rejoined us after a year away at rivals East Cowes Victoria this season.  Previously a member of the U18s.  Excellent distribution and will never shirk a challenge.

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Simon Augustus (Defender/Midfield)

Another product from the successful 04/05 U18s and formerly of W&B,  Simon has shown a calm head, quality on the ball and the ability to put in a tough tackle when required.

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