Airbus UK Broughton









  Airbus UK
  Broughton FC
  Flintshire
  CH4 ODR
  Ground:
  Tel: 07793 904976
  Manager
  Andy Thomas
  Secretary
  Eddie Hannah


   From the A55 close to Chester take the Broughton turn off and follow signs for the retail park.  With the superstores looming ahead now take signs for British Aerospace and enter the large front of building car park at Aerospace via the traffic lights. 
  The ground is clearly visible and beyond the barriers, entry along to the left and opposite the social club.  Carparking freely available on either side once through the lights.
  (The distance from the A55 is around one mile) 		 
HOME KIT
FLOODLIGHTS
SOCIAL CLUB
AWAY KIT



 
Airbus UK Broughton  History & Honours

    Formed in 1946 the works team of the Aerospace giant have been variously known as de Havilands, Hawker Siddeley, British Aerospace and BAE Systems. In keeping with the variety of names, Airbus have competed both in England - in the Chester & District League -  and Wales as befits as club located close to the border town of Chester.
   In 1992 the Welsh National League (Wrexham area) Second Division title was won after a remarkable season which culminated in 28 wins from 34 matches, 130 goals scored and a 19 point margin over second placed Gresford Athletic reserves.  Following four seasons in the First Division a runners up place to Wrexham colts in 1996 resulted in promotion to the Premier Division.
   After four further seasons in the Premier Division which firstly produced anothers runners up slot - this time to Corwen - in 1999 and then in 2000 Champions ahead of Penycae and with it promotion to the Cymru Alliance.  This elevation co-incided with the change of name from the familiar British Aerospace to Airbus UK.
   They are now in their third season in the Cymru Alliance and have carried out ground improvements at the Broughton ground which lies in the shadow of the aircraft factory which generated the various names mentioned.
   The 2001-02 season saw Airbus UK finish in a creditable 8th position, their best to date, but one upon which they improved the following season to finish 5th.  However in May 2004 The Planemakers were promoted as champions of the CA into the Welsh Premiership under the shrewd management of Airbus worker Rob Lythe.  Initial plans to groundshare with Conwy United were put in place to allow for the construction of retractable floodlights required as the playing area borders the nearby airfield.
   As the number of clubs in the WP was culled at the end of the 2009-10 season Airbus recorded their highest ever finish in seventh to secure a place in the twelve club league from August 2010.


 
 Airbus UK Playing Record 1991-2016
 
Season
 Competition 
Pos
P
W
D
L
F
A
Pts
2
1991-92
 Welsh National League Division Two
1st
34
28
3
3
130
39
87
3
1992-93
 Welsh National League Division One
6th
30
15
2
13
93
57
47
4
1993-94
 Welsh National League Division One
6th
28
13
2
13
75
59
41
5
1994-95
 Welsh National League Division One
4th
24
14
3
7
69
49
45
6
1995-96
 Welsh National League Division One
2nd
26
14
9
3
88
42
51
7
1996-97
 Welsh National League Premier 
7th
26
11
3
12
67
70
36
8
1997-98
 Welsh National League Premier
6th
24
11
5
9
68
53
35
9
1998-99
 Welsh National League Premier
2nd
28
19
3
6
89
45
60
10
1999-00
 Welsh National League Premier
1st
30
21
4
5
84
37
67
11
2000-01
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance
11th
31
10
7
14
54
63
37
12
2001-02
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance
8th
34
16
6
12
55
55
54
13
2002-03
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance 
5th
32
17
5
10
70
50
56
14
2003-04
 Huws Gray Fitlock Cymru Alliance 
1st
32
27
4
1
88
31
85
15
 2004-05
 Welsh Premier League
 16th
 34
 5
 9
 20
 36
 76
 24
16
 2005-06
 Welsh Premier League 15th
 34
 8
 8
 18
 35
 60
 32
17
 2006-07
 Welsh Premier League 12th
 32
 7
 8
 17
 40
 67
 29
18
 2007-08
 Welsh Premier League 11th
 34
 11
 9
 14
 36
 44
 42
19
 2008-09
 Welsh Premier League 12th
 34
 12
 3
 19
 47
 57
 39
20
 2009-10
 Welsh Premier League 7th 34
 12
 12
 9
 49
 37
 49
21
 2010-11
 Welsh Premier League 8th
 34
 11
 8
 13
 53
 52
 41
22
 2011-12
 Welsh Premier League 7th 32
 10
 9
 13
 48
 50
 39
23
 2012-13
 Welsh Premier League 2nd
 32
 17
 3
 12
 76
 42
 54
24
 2013-14
 Welsh Premier League
 2nd
 32
 17
 9
 6
 56
 34
 59
25
 2014-15
 Welsh Premier League 3rd
 32
 18
 4
 10
 62
 34
 58
26
 2015-16
 Welsh Premier League 6th
 32
 12
 6
 14
 46
 55
 42

 
Manager:  Andy Thomas

   A familiar figure in Welsh Premier circles Andy took over as Airbus manager following the summer 2016 departure of Andy Preece. A year earlier he had become assistant manager at the club after Jock Morrison left.
  This promotion came after a total of nine years with the Planemakers having previously played for Newtown, Connahs Quay and Cwmbran Town.
  Andy began his career with Wrexham and played in Europe wth the Racecourse club.
 
Airbus UK Broughton
 Previous Managers
 Airbus UK Broughton
-February 2005
 Ferbuary 2005-June 2005
 June 2005-June 2008
 July 2008-December 2011
 January 2012-August 2016
Rob Lythe
 Garry Wynne
 Gareth Owen
 Craig Harrison
 Andy Preece
August 2016



Andy Thomas



 

   UPDATED DECEMBER 2016


Airbus UK Broughton
Players & Squad Numbers 2016-17

GOALKEEPER
1
  Ryan Nield
   A Warrington born goalkeeper Ryan was a youth with Chester before playing for AFC Liverpool, FC Nomads and Witton Albion.
  Joined Airbus in July 2016.
Dob
 26
 09
 1995
25
  Nikki Lee Bulmer
   A Chester born goalkeeper Nikki rejoined The Planemakers in August 2016.
  He originally made thirty appearances for the Broughton club between 2011-14 before moving to Rhyl and then Connahs Quay.
  As a schoolboy he was on the books of Manchester United and QPR before playing for Hayes & Yeading,
Dob
 06
 09
 1991

DEFENCE
2
  Tom Matthews
   Norwich born defender Tom is on loan at Airbus from The New Saints.
  He joined the Park Hall side from Queens Park Rangers during the summer of 2016.
Dob
 12
 12
 1997
3
  Bailey Jackson
   A young defender promoted from the club's development squad.
Dob
 00
 00
 1900
5
  Johnny Spittle
   A powerful centreback Johnny first signed for The Planemakers in May 2014 from then Cymru Alliance side Llandudno whom he rejoined on loan.
  Now back with Airbus, Johnny has previously played for Wigan Athletic, Blackburn Rovers and Rochdale.
Dob
 13
 08
 1994
14
  Jake Hulley
   A Liverpool-born defender Jake was with Tranmere Rovers as a youngster.
  He joined Airbus UK Broughton in July 2016.
Dob
 13
 01
 1998
26
  Matty McGinn
   A vastly experienced defender or midfielder Matty joined Airbus during the summer of 2014.
  A top quality left footer he has won three Conference North winners medals with Southport, Chester and Telford United but opted not to go full time.
Dob
 27
 06
 1983
26
  Connor Roberts Nurse   A right sided utility player Connor joined Airbus during the summer of 2016.
  Wrexham-based Roberts-Nurse was at Liverpool and Stoke at Under-18 level and has spells with Tranmere, Wrexham, Tamworth, Marine, Trafford and Colwyn Bay.
Dob
18
10
1993

MIDFIELD
7
  Ryan Edwards
   Ryan gained experience in the Cymru Alliance with Halkyn United, Flint Town United and Cefn Druids before signing for Airbus UK during the summer of 2006.  He quickly established himself and made 185 Welsh Premier starts for The Planemakers over six seasons, scoring nine goals in the process. He was the club's longest serving player at the age of 24. Ryan also represented Wales Semi Professionals at U23 level.
   Rejoined the Planemakers from Bangor  City during the summer of 2016.
Dob
 22
 06
 1988
8
  Ashley Williams
   A skilful passing midfielder, Chester born Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but was released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008 and returned to the club in 2013 after a spell with Chester.
Dob
08
10
1987
10
  Kevin Monteiro
   A French born midfielder Kevin joined Airbus midway through the 2015-16 season.
  He has previously played for FC United of Manchester.
Dob
21
03
1994
12
  Liam Blake
   Midfielder Liam joined Airbus in January 2016.
  After playing on the academies of both Wrexham and Crewe he joined Chester in 2014 and spent a loan spell with Witton Albion.
Dob
 05
 07
 1996
15
  Rhys Jones
   A promising young midfielder Rhys has graduated through the club's youth system.
Dob
 25
 11
 1997
20
  Dominic Doherty
   Another promising youngster who has worked his way through the club's youth system.
Dob
 15
 12
 1997
31
  James Murphy   A promising young midfielder James has graduated from the club's academy set up.
Dob
 31
 01
 1991
32
  Zebb Edwards
   A member of the footballing family whose father played for Prestatyn Town and whose older brother Kai Edwards plays for Wrexham. Zebb is a highly promising midfielder.
Dob
08
05
1999
33
  Ryan Fraughan
   A former Tranmere Rovers youth winger Ryan initially moved into Welsh football with Aberystwyth where he scored three goals in thirteen games during a loan spell in 2009-10.
  He was released by Rovers but then taken on by Stockport County before being allowed to join TNS on loan during the January 2012 transfer window. Ryan moved to Broughton during the summer of 2015.
Dob
02
02
1991

FORWARDS
9
  Tony Gray
   Tony joined Airbus from Telford during the summer of 2015.
  A seasoned goalscorer at Conference level, Tony signed for Bangor City from Newton of the West Cheshire League in July 2004.
  He moved on to Burscough before establishing himself in Conference football with Southport, Droylsden, Chester and Telford netting 56 goals from 133 starts.
Dob
06
04
1984
11
  Ryan Wignall
   A summer 2014 signing from Cymru Alliance side Conwy Borough having played professional football in Belgium with Royal Racing Montegee last season.
  Started his career at Liverpool where he twice won of the FA Youth Cup, Ryan has also played for Wirral based Cammell Laird.
Dob
 12
 03
 1989
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Airbus UK Broughton
Players & Squad Numbers 2015-16

GOALKEEPER
21
  James Coates
   A well travelled goalkeeper James joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  His previous clubs include Rhyl, Vauxhall FC, Moor Green, Hucknall Town, Kidsgrove Athletic, Burton Albion, Abbey Hey, Leigh Genesis, Guiseley, Altrincham and Radcliffe Borough.
Dob
 27
 02
 1985
13
  Keighan Jones
   Youthful goalkeeper Keighan has been included in the Wales U16 training squads.
Dob
 04
 04
 1997

DEFENCE
26
  Lee Owens
   A Liverpool born defender Lee has established himself as one of the most consistent defenders in the Welsh Premier.
  He began his career with Wigan Athletic before linking up briefly with Rhyl in 2008. Lee has also played for Vauxhall Motors.
Dob
 29
 06
 1986
3
  Bailey Jackson
   A young defender promoted from the club's development squad.
Dob
 00
 00
 1900
4
  Mike Pearson
   Bangor born but Llandudno based Mike joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  He began his career at Oldham Athletic where he made a couple of first team appearances and has also played for Farsley Celtic. Whilst with Barrow he made more than 150 first team Conferences appearances for the Holker Street club.
  Mike has represented Wales at Under 15, 16, 17 and Semi Professional level.
Dob
 19
 01
 1988
5
  Ian Kearney
   Defender Ian joined Airbus from Northwich Vics during the summer of 2012.
  Ian began his football career as a junior at Blackburn Rovers, from where he went on loan to Clitheroe, before eventually moving on to play for Southport and Radcliffe Borough before joining Witton Albion in 2007/08.
  At the end of that season, despite reported interest from FC Halifax, he opted to join to Ashton United, where he was made captain. He then returned to Witton as captain as position he also held at Northwich Vics.
Dob
 15
 06
 1987
7
  Andy Jones
   A well travelled centreback Andy joined Newtown in January 2012 from Evesham. His previous clubs include Shrewsbury Town, Telford United, Hednesford, Town, Bromsgrove Rovers, Stourport Swifts and Redditch United.
  Andy joined Newtown from Evesham United in January 2012 and then moved to Broughton in January 2014.
Dob
 23
 03
 1985
12
  Jordan Barrow
   A powerful utility player who is equally at home in defence or midfield, Jordan began his career at Everton.
  He has since played for Stalybridge Celtic and Caernarfon Town.
Dob
18
10
1993

MIDFIELD
6
  Tom Field
   Vocal Liverpool born midfielder who began his career with Everton before moving on to Leigh RMI and then Vauxhall Motors, Droylsden, Chester and Northwich Victoria.
  Tom joined Airbus during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 02
 08
 1985
8
  Ryan Fraughan
   A former Tranmere Rovers youth winger Ryan initially moved into Welsh football with Aberystwyth where he scored three goals in thirteen games during a loan spell in 2009-10.
  He was released by Rovers but then taken on by Stockport County before being allowed to join TNS on loan during the January 2012 transfer window. Ryan moved to Broughton during the summer of 2015.
Dob
02
02
1991
10
  Wayne Riley
   A goalscoring midfielder Wayne rejoined The Planemakers during the summer of 2015.
  He initially signed for the club from Northwich in July 2012 but left for Hednesford Town a year later. Has since played for Chester.
Dob
26
09
1989
15
  Ellis Healing
   Tricky winger Ellis joined Conwy during the summer of 2013 upon his release by Tranmere Rovers where he has played since the age of fifteen. Prior to this he spent eight years on the academy at Crewe Alexandra where he was a team mate of Nick Powell.
  Birkenhead born Ellis has also played for Swedish side BK Sport Ellis and more recently Hyde United. Moved to Airbus during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 11
 05
 1994
17
  Ashley Williams
   A skilful passing midfielder, Chester born Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but was released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008 and returned to the club in 2013 after a spell with Chester.
Dob
 08
 10
 1987
18
  Jamie Owen
   Caernarfon born defender or midfielder Jamie joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  Jamie made a handful of Football League appearances for Chester City after coming through their youth system and has been capped by Wales at Under 17 and Semi Pro Under 23 level.
Dob
 14
 01
 1991
22
  Matty McGinn
   Vastly experienced midfielder Matty joined Airbus during the summer of 2014.
  A top quality left footer he has won three Conference North winners medals with Southport, Chester and Telford United but opted not to go full time.
Dob
 27
 06
 1983
24
  Ricky Evans
   A hugely talented central midfielder Ricky began his football career as an apprentice with Oldham Athletic under manager Graeme Sharp.  He moved into Welsh football with Flint before playing for a host of clubs including TNS, Bangor City, Aberystwyth, Caersws, Welshpool, Cefn Druids and Bala.   
  Has shown his versatility by playing at centre forward during recent years.
Dob
24
09
1976
59
  James Murphy
   A promising young midfielder James has graduated from the club's academy set up.
Dob
31
01
1991

FORWARDS
9
  Chris Budrys
   Scottish striker Chris played for amateur sides Morton Thistle, Threave and Queen of The South before moving south to play for Alsager Town, Newcastle Town, Stafford Rangers and Northwich Victoria.
  Dumfries born Chris, who has a reputation as a powerful goalscoring striker, joined Airbus in July 2103.
Dob
 13
 08
 1985
11
  Tony Gray
   Tony joined Airbus from Telford during the summer of 2015.
  A seasoned goalscorer at Conference level, Tony signed for Bangor City from Newton of the West Cheshire League in July 2004.
  He moved on to Burscough before establishing himself in Conference football with Southport, Droylsden, Chester and Telford netting 56 goals from 133 starts.
Dob
06
04
1984
14
  Ryan Wade   A tricky winger with an eye for goal Ryan joined Airbus from Northwich Victoria in July 2012.  
  His previous clubs incldue Skelmersdale United, Vauxhall Motors, Burscough, Runcorn Town and Prescot Cables.
Dob
 22
 01
 1988
16
  Ryan Wignall
   A summer 2014 signing from Cymru Alliance side Conwy Borough having played professional football in Belgium with Royal Racing Montegee last season.
  Started his career at Liverpool where he twice won of the FA Youth Cup, Ryan has also played for Wirral based Cammell Laird.
Dob
 12
 03
 1989
34
  Charles Short
   Promoted from the club's academy side during the summer of 2015.
Dob
31
04
1998
Airbus Players 2015-16



Airbus UK Broughton
Players & Squad Numbers 2014-15

GOALKEEPER
21
  James Coates
   A well travelled goalkeeper James joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  His previous clubs include Rhyl, Vauxhall FC, Moor Green, Hucknall Town, Kidsgrove Athletic, Burton Albion, Abbey Hey, Leigh Genesis, Guiseley, Altrincham and Radcliffe Borough.
Dob
 27
 02
 1985
1
  Keighan Jones
   Youthful goalkeeper Keighan has been included in the Wales U16 training squads.
Dob
 04
 04
 1997

DEFENCE
2
  Lee Owens
   A Liverpool born defender Lee has established himself as one of the most consistent defenders in the Welsh Premier.
  He began his career with Wigan Athletic before linking up briefly with Rhyl in 2008. Lee has also played for Vauxhall Motors.
Dob
 29
 06
 1986
3
  Lewis Short
   A former Crewe Alexandra youth team player Lewis joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  His previous clubs include Congleton from whom he joined The Railwaymen, nearby Nantwich Town and Northwich Victoria. Macclesfield born Lewis can play at leftback or further up the field in midfield or on the wing.
Dob
 11
 06
 1990
4
  Mike Pearson
   Bangor born but Llandudno based Mike joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  He began his career at Oldham Athletic where he made a couple of first team appearances and has also played for Farsley Celtic. Whilst with Barrow he made more than 150 first team Conferences appearances for the Holker Street club.
  Mike has represented Wales at Under 15, 16, 17 and Semi Professional level.
Dob
 19
 01
 1988
14
  Michael Roddy
   Stockton born defender Michael began his career at Bolton Wanderers and represented Northern Ireland at Under 17, 18 & 19 level. He joined Lincoln City and then moved further afield with Cypriot side Anagenisi Deryneia.
  Back in England Michael has played for Witton Albion, Guisley and Northwich Victoria before moving to The Airfield during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 22
 09
 1988
5
  Ian Kearney
   Defender Ian joined Airbus from Northwich Vics during the summer of 2012.
  Ian began his football career as a junior at Blackburn Rovers, from where he went on loan to Clitheroe, before eventually moving on to play for Southport and Radcliffe Borough before joining Witton Albion in 2007/08.
  At the end of that season, despite reported interest from FC Halifax, he opted to join to Ashton United, where he was made captain. He then returned to Witton as captain as position he also held at Northwich Vics.
Dob
 15
 06
 1987
7
  Andy Jones
   A well travelled centreback Andy joined Newtown in January 2012 from Evesham. His previous clubs include Shrewsbury Town, Telford United, Hednesford, Town, Bromsgrove Rovers, Stourport Swifts and Redditch United.
  Andy joined Newtown from Evesham United in January 2012 and then moved to Broughton in January 2014.
Dob
 23
 03
 1985
19
  Jonny Spittle
   A Liverpool based centreback Jonny joined Airbus from Llandudno in July 2014.
  His career began at Wigan Athletic and took in spells at Blackburn Rovers and Rochdale before joining Llandudno after spending a trial period with Chester.
Dob
 13
 08
 1994

MIDFIELD
6
  Tom Field
   Vocal Liverpool born midfielder who began his career with Everton before moving on to Leigh RMI and then Vauxhall Motors, Droylsden, Chester and Northwich Victoria.
  Tom joined Airbus during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 02
 08
 1985
8
  Glenn Rule
   A Birkenhead born defender or midfielder Glenn began his career as a Chester City apprentice and went on to make 26 Football League appearances for The Seals.
  Upon his release he moved to Colwyn Bay and briefly Stalybridge Celtic before arriving at Broughton in June 2011.
Dob
 30
 11
 1989
15
  Ellis Healing
   Tricky winger Ellis joined Conwy during the summer of 2013 upon his release by Tranmere Rovers where he has played since the age of fifteen. Prior to this he spent eight years on the academy at Crewe Alexandra where he was a team mate of Nick Powell.
  Birkenhead born Ellis has also played for Swedish side BK Sport Ellis and more recently Hyde United. Moved to Airbus during the summer of 2014.
Dob
 11
 05
 1994
17
  Ashley Williams
   A skilful passing midfielder, Chester born Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but was released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008 and returned to the club in 2013 after a spell with Chester.
Dob
 08
 10
 1987
18
  Jamie Owen
   Caernarfon born defender or midfielder Jamie joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  Jamie made a handful of Football League appearances for Chester City after coming through their youth system and has been capped by Wales at Under 17 and Semi Pro Under 23 level.
Dob
 14
 01
 1991
22
  Matty McGinn
   Vastly experienced midfielder Matty joined Airbus during the summer of 2014.
  A top quality left footer he has won three Conference North winners medals with Southport, Chester and Telford United but opted not to go full time.
Dob
 27
 06
 1983

FORWARDS
9
  Chris Budrys
   Scottish striker Chris played for amateur sides Morton Thistle, Threave and Queen of The South before moving south to play for Alsager Town, Newcastle Town, Stafford Rangers and Northwich Victoria.
  Dumfries born Chris, who has a reputation as a powerful goalscoring striker, joined Airbus in July 2103.
Dob
 13
 08
 1985
11
  Ryan Wade   A tricky winger with an eye for goal Ryan joined Airbus from Northwich Victoria in July 2012.  
  His previous clubs incldue Skelmersdale United, Vauxhall Motors, Burscough, Runcorn Town and Prescot Cables.
Dob
 22
 01
 1988
21
  Ryan Wignall
   A summer 2014 signing from Cymru Alliance side Conwy Borough having played professional football in Belgium with Royal Racing Montegee last season.
  Started his career at Liverpool where he twice won of the FA Youth Cup, Ryan has also played for Wirral based Cammell Laird.
Dob
 12
 03
 1989
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Airbus UK Broughton
Players & Squad Numbers 2013-14

GOALKEEPER
1
  James Coates
   A well travelled goalkeeper James joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  His previous clubs include Rhyl, Vauxhall FC, Moor Green, Hucknall Town, Kidsgrove Athletic, Burton Albion, Abbey Hey, Leigh Genesis, Guiseley, Altrincham and Radcliffe Borough.
Dob
 27
 02
 1985
13
  Nicky Bulmer
   Chester born Nicky was on Manchester United's books as a schoolboy before moving on to QPR. He enjoyed a loan spell with Hayes & Yeading but was released in 2010.
  Made ten WP appearances for the Broughton side before suffering an injury which ruled him out for the rest of the season.
Dob
 06
 09
 1991

DEFENCE
2
  Lee Owens
   A Liverpool born defender Lee has established himself as one of the most consistent defenders in the Welsh Premier.
  He began his career with Wigan Athletic before linking up briefly with Rhyl in 2008. Lee has also played for Vauxhall Motors.
Dob
 29
 06
 1986
3
  Lewis Short
   A former Crewe Alexandra youth team player Lewis joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  His previous clubs include Congleton from whom he joined The Railwaymen, nearby Nantwich Town and Northwich Victoria. Macclesfield born Lewis can play at leftback or further up the field in midfield or on the wing.
Dob
 11
 06
 1990
4
  Mike Pearson
   Bangor born but Llandudno based Mike joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  He began his career at Oldham Athletic where he made a couple of first team appearances and has also played for Farsley Celtic. Whilst with Barrow he made more than 150 first team Conferences appearances for the Holker Street club.
  Mike has represented Wales at Under 15, 16, 17 and Semi Professional level.
Dob
 19
 01
 1988
14
  Michael Roddy
   Stockton born defender Michael began his career at Bolton Wanderers and represented Northern Ireland at Under 17, 18 & 19 level. He joined Lincoln City and then moved further afield with Cypriot side Anagenisi Deryneia.
  Back in England Michael has played for Witton Albion, Guisley and Northwich Victoria before moving to The Airfield during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 22
 09
 1988
5
  Ian Kearney
   Defender Ian joined Airbus from Northwich Vics during the summer of 2012.
  Ian began his football career as a junior at Blackburn Rovers, from where he went on loan to Clitheroe, before eventually moving on to play for Southport and Radcliffe Borough before joining Witton Albion in 2007/08.
  At the end of that season, despite reported interest from FC Halifax, he opted to join to Ashton United, where he was made captain. He then returned to Witton as captain as position he also held at Northwich Vics.
Dob
 15
 06
 1987
15
  Sam Hart
   A Chester born defender Sam joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Newcastle Town.
  Uniquely perhaps, despite being qualified to play for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and The Republic, Sam played for Wales in the Victory Shield in 2006.
  Left footed Sam was in the Victory Shield squad alongside Kai Edwards, Gerwyn Jones, Nathan Craig and former blues midfielder Matty Hurdman.
Dob
 29
 11
 1991
12
  Phil Bolland
   Vastly experienced centre half Phil joined Airbus during the January 2013 transfer window.
  Having played his early career at Altrincham, Salford City and Trafford, Liverpool born Phil stepped up to play for Southport, Oxford, Chester and Peterborough by 2006 and then signing for Wrexham before moving to Cambridge and then Barrow.
Dob
 26
 08
 1976

 Andy Jones
   A well travelled centreback Andy joined Newtown in January 2012 from Evesham. His previous clubs include Shrewsbury Town, Telford United, Hednesford, Town, Bromsgrove Rovers, Stourport Swifts and Redditch United.
  Andy joined Newtown from Evesham United in January 2012 and then moved to Broughton in January 2014.
Dob
 23
 03
 1985

MIDFIELD
6
  Tom Field
   Vocal Liverpool born midfielder who began his career with Everton before moving on to Leigh RMI and then Vauxhall Motors, Droylsden, Chester and Northwich Victoria.
  Tom joined Airbus during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 02
 08
 1985
7
  Glenn Rule
   A Birkenhead born defender or midfielder Glenn began his career as a Chester City apprentice and went on to make 26 Football League appearances for The Seals.
  Upon his release he moved to Colwyn Bay and briefly Stalybridge Celtic before arriving at Broughton in June 2011.
Dob
 30
 11
 1989
8
  Kyle Armstrong
   A Southport born midfielder Kyle joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Northwich Vics.
  His previous clubs include Burscough, Southport, York City, Preston North End, Colwyn Bay and Leek Town.
Dob
 24
 02
 1986
17
  Ritchie Partridge
   Hugely experienced midfielder Ritchie joined Airbus during the summer of 2013.
  Dublin born Ritchie made more than 150 League appearances for Bristol Rovers, Coventry City, Sheffield Wednesday, Rotherham, Chester City, MK Dons and Stockport County after beginning his career at Liverpool.
  Ritchie was capped by The Republic of Ireland at Under 17, 18 and 21 level.
Dob
 12
 09
 1980
24
  Zyaac Edwards
   A promising young midfielder, Zyaac has graduated through the Airbus academy system. He is the brother of New Saints defender Kai Edwards.
Dob
 25
 05
 1994
18
  Jamie Owen
   Caernarfon born midfielder Jamie joined Airbus from Barrow during the summer of 2013.
  Jamie made a handful of Football League appearances for Chester City after coming through their youth system and has been capped by Wales at Under 17 and Semi Pro Under 23 level.
Dob
 14
 01
 1991

FORWARDS
9
  Chris Budrys
   Scottish striker Chris played for amateur sides Morton Thistle, Threave and Queen of The South before moving south to play for Alsager Town, Newcastle Town, Stafford Rangers and Northwich Victoria.
  Dumfries born Chris, who has a reputation as a powerful goalscoring striker, joined Airbus in July 2103.
Dob
 13
 08
 1985
10
  Steve Jones
   Veteran Derry born striker Steve joined The Planemakers from Telford during the summer of 2013.
  He began his career with Blackpool before joining Bury and then going home to Ireland to play for Sligo Rovers and then Bray Wanderers. Back in the North West of England he played for Chorley and then Leigh RMI before catching the attention of Crewe Alexandra who paid £150 000 for his signature. Moved to Burnley before rejoining Crewe on loan, Huddersfield and Bradford City.
  Steve played for Walsall and then Motherwell before signing for troubled Telford.
  Capped 29 times by Northern Ireland scoring once.
Dob
 25
 10
 1976
11
   Ryan Wade   A tricky winger with an eye for goal Ryan joined Airbus from Northwich Victoria in July 2012.  
  His previous clubs incldue Skelmersdale United, Vauxhall Motors, Burscough, Runcorn Town and Prescot Cables.
Dob
 22
 01
 1988
29
  Steve Abbot
   Tall Knowsley born striker Steve joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Rushall Olympic, having previously played for The New Saints during the 2009-10 campaign.
  Steve began his career with Wigan Athletic before movng to Leigh RMI, Congleton and St Helens. He then studied at University and played for Team Bath where his goalscoring caught the eye of Wrexham during the summer of 2008.  After a loan spell with The New Saints he moved on to AFC Telford, Chorley and Chasetown.
Dob
 31
 07
 1982
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GOALKEEPER
1
  Jamie Stephens
   Gloucestershire born former Swindon youth goalkeeper Jamie joined Airbus on loan from Liverpool in January 2013.
Dob
 24
 08
 1993
13
  Nicky Bulmer
   Chester born Nicky was on Manchester United's books as a schoolboy before moving on to QPR. He enjoyed a loan spell with Hayes & Yeading but was released in 2010.
  Made ten WP appearances for the Broughton side before suffering an injury which ruled him out for the rest of the season.
Dob
 06
 09
 1991
22  Aaron Morrison
   A teenage goalkeeper in his second season with the club after signing from Northwich Victoria, Aaron is the son of assistant manager Andy Morrison.
Dob
 27
 04
 1993

DEFENCE
2
  Ryan Edwards
   Competitive and composed defender previously with Wrexham.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined Airbus during the summer of 2006.
  St Asaph born Ryan has represented the Wales Semi Professionals at U23 level.
Dob
 22
 06
 1988
3
  Jack Lewis
   A left footed defender Jack joined Prestatyn in June 2008, having previously played for Welsh Colleges and Rhyl Youths.  After close on a hundred Welsh Premier appearances for the Bastion Gardens side he moved to Neath during the summer of 2011.
  Moved to Airbus during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 18
 05
 1988
4
  Michael Roddy
   Stockton born defender Michael began his career at Bolton Wanderers and represented Northern Ireland at Under 17, 18 & 19 level. He joined Lincoln City and then moved further afield with Cypriot side Anagenisi Deryneia.
  Back in England Michael has played for Witton Albion,  Guisley and Northwich Victoria before moving to The Airfield during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 22
 09
 1988
5
  Ian Kearney
   Defender Ian joined Airbus from Northwich - where he was club captain - during the summer of 2012.
  His previous clubs include Blackburn Rovers, Southport, Radcliffe Borough, Witton Albion and Ashton United.
Dob
 15
 06
 1987
15
  Sam Hart
   A Chester born defender Sam joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Newcastle Town.
  Uniquely perhaps, despite being qualified to play for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and The Republic, Sam played for Wales in the Victory Shield in 2006.
  Left footed Sam was in the Victory Shield squad alongside Kai Edwards, Gerwyn Jones, Nathan Craig and former blues midfielder Matty Hurdman.
Dob
 29
 11
 1991
12
  Phil Bolland
   Vastly experienced centre half Phil joined Airbus during the January 2013 transfer window.
  Having played his early career at Altrincham, Salford City and Trafford, Liverpool born Phil stepped up to play for Southport, Oxford, Chester and Peterborough by 2006 and then signing for Wrexham before moving to Cambridge and then Barrow.
Dob
 26
 08
 1976

MIDFIELD
6
  Tom Field
   Vocal Liverpool born midfielder who began his career with Everton before moving on to Leigh RMI and then Vauxhall Motors, Chester and Northwich Victoria.
  Tom joined Airbus during the summer of 2012.
Dob
 02
 08
 1985
7
  Glenn Rule
   A Birkenhead born defender or midfielder Glenn began his career as a Chester City apprentice and went on to make 26 Football League appearances for The Seals.
  Upon his release he moved to Colwyn Bay and briefly Stalybridge Celtic before arriving at Broughton in June 2011.
Dob
 30
 11
 1989
8
  Kyle Armstrong
   A Southport born midfielder Kyle joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Northwich Vics.
  His previous clubs include Burscough, Southport, York City, Preston North End, Colwyn Bay and Leek Town.
Dob
 24
 02
 1986
11
  Mark Cadwallader   Tall defender or midfielder who came through the youth system at Chester City. Mark had a brief spell in the Welsh Premier with Bangor City and Connahs Quay before joining The Planemakers during the summer of 2008.
Dob
 08
 07
 1988
18
  Jordan Johnson
   Winger Jordan joined Airbus from Northwich during the summer of 2012. His previous clubs include Stafford based Chasetown, Newcastle Town and AFC Telford.
Dob
 09
 10
 1986

 Luke McCarthy
   A former Manchester City youth Luke joined Airbus in January 2013.
  He made a couple of League appearances for Bury before joining Grimsby on loan.
Dob
 07
 07
 1993

 Reynaldo Carbon
   A pacey winger Reynaldo joined Airbus in January 2013 from EvoStik Southern League side Northwood.
Dob
 10
 08
 1984
24
  Jason Jarrett
   Midfielder Jason began his career with Blackpool before moving to Wrexham and Bury.
  Has also been on the books of Wigan, Stoke and Norwich and more recently Port Vale, Oldham and Halifax.
  Joined The Planemakers during the January 2013 transfer window.
Dob
 14
 09
 1979

FORWARDS
10
  Ryan Wade
   Ryan joined Airbus from Northwich Victoria in July 2012 having previously played for Skelmersdale United, Vauxhall Motors, Burscough, Runcorn Town and Prescot Cables
Dob
 22
 01
 1988
9
  Chris Budrys
   Scottish born striker Chris played for Queen of The South before moving to Alsager Town, Newcastle Town, Stafford Rangers and Northwich Victoria.
  Chris has a reputation as a powerful goalscoring striker.
Dob
 13
 08
 1985
14
  Wayne Riley
   Wayne joined Airbus from Northwich Vics during the summer of 2012. He stole the headlines in November 2009 with the goal that knocked Charlton Athletic out of the FA Cup.
Dob
 26
 09
 1989
19
  Mike Hayes
   A Chester born striker Mike joined The Planemakers from WP rivals Bala Town in July 2011.
  At the start  of the 2012-13 season Mike has scored 22 goals from 57 Welsh Premier starts
  On loan at Connhas Quay from January 2013
Dob
 21
 11
 1987
20
  Toby Jones
   A promising young striker who caught they eye with Conwy United, Toby was recruited by Neath during the summer of 2011. Previous clubs include Llandudno.
  When Neath folded during the summer of 2012 he moved to Airbus.
Dob
 25
 08
 1992
29
  Steve Abbot
   Tall Knowsley born striker Steve joined Airbus during the summer of 2012 from Rushall Olympic, having previously played for The New Saints during the 2009-10 campaign.
  Steve began his career with Wigan Athletic before movng to Leigh RMI, Congleton and St Helens. He then studied at University and played for Team Bath where his goalscoring caught the eye of Wrexham during the summer of 2008.  After a loan spell with The New Saints he moved on to AFC Telford, Chorley and Chasetown.
Dob
 31
 07
 1982
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Andy Mulliner
 A hugely experienced goalkeeper Andy stepped in after Nicky Bulmer was injured in October 2011. To date Andy has more than 470 WP appearances to his name having played for Llansantffraid, Aberystwyth, TNS, Rhyl, Bangor City, Connahs Quay, Newtown, Caersws and Welshpool. Before his return to action he had played for Ellesmere Rangers. Formerly a Port Vale apprentice Andy has also played for Telford United and Curzon Ashton.
(Dob:  03-01-1971)
Nicky Bulmer
 		Chester born Nicky was on Manchester United's books as a schoolboy before moving on to QPR. He enjoyed a loan spell with Hayes & Yeading but was released in 2010. Made ten WP appearances for the Broughton side before suffering an injury which ruled him out.
(Dob:  06-09-1991)
Danny Taylor
 Former Shrewsbury Town apprentice Danny Taylor broke into The Shrews first team and played league matches against Dagenham and Accrington but was released in May 2011 and joined Airbus UK soon after. Danny has appeared for Airbus at rightback.
(Dob:  01-09-1991)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Adam Worton
 Fullback or midfielder Adam joined Newtown from local rival Caersws in November 2006. Made some 150 first team appearances for The Robins before joining Airbus for a small fee in August 2011. Redditch born Adam began his career at Hereford United.
(Dob:  10-04-1987)
Gavin Cadwallader
 Tall centreback who joined Aberystwyth upon his release by Shrewsbury Town in February 2007 and moved to Newtown during the summer of 2008.  Gavin is the son of former Welshpool Town manager Gareth Cadwallader.  A native of Shrewsbury, Gavin made a couple of Football League appearances for the then Gay Meadow side.
(Dob: 18-04-1986)
Tommy Holmes
 A Birkenhead born defender Tommy moved to TNS from Tranmere Rovers whom he had joined as an eleven year old, powerful attacking defender.  However after eleven season and close on 300 first team appearances for the full timers he was allowed to leave and join Airbus during the summer of 2011.
(Dob:  01-09-1979)
Mark Cadwallader
 Tall defender who came through the youth system at Chester City. Mark had a brief spell in the Welsh Premier with Bangor City and Connahs Quay before joining The Planemakers during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:   08-07-1988)
Danny Grannon
 A tall commanding centre half Danny joined Airbus from coast rivals Colwyn Bay in September 2011. His previous clubs include West Kirby.
(Dob:   08-03-1984)
Jay Connolly
Luke Mack
Glenn Rule
 A Birkenhead born defender or midfielder Glenn began his career as a Chester City apprentice and went on to make 26 Football League appearances for The Seals. Upon his release he moved to Colwyn Bay and briefly Stalybridge Celtic before arriving at Broughton in June 2011.
(Dob:   30-11-1989)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
Craig Whitfield
 A pacey young striker, Craig broke into football with the TNS academy having previously figured for both Shrewsbury and Wrexham at schoolboy level. In Welsh Premier circles Craig has played for TNS and Cefn Druids before moving to Latham Park on loan during the summer of 2010.
(Dob:  16-08-1989)
Neville Thompson
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Kristian Rogers
 		Chester born Kristian began his football career as an England Schools International who went on to make more than fifty first team appearances for Wrexham. He has also kept goal for Sheffield United, Macclesfield, Worksop and Northwich Vics.  In Welsh domestic football Kristian has totted up more than a hundred league starts, mainly for Port Talbot Town, and now for Airbus whom he joined in August 2009.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Giovanni Feliciello
 A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
Matty Woodward
 A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Rhys Roberts
 Promising young defender who joined Llangefni from Bodedern during the summer of 2004, made a couple of Welsh Premiership substitute appearances with Bangor City during 2003-04.  Signed for Airbus from Porthmadog during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  24-03-1986)
Matty Cook
 A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
Jack Abraham
 Highly promising teenage midfielder who caught the eye at Flint during this 2008-9 season. A former Liverpool youth, Jack signed for Airbus during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  07-08-1985)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
Ashley Williams
  
  
  
A skilful passing midfielder, Chester born Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but was released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-10-1987)
Paul McManus
 Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City.  Paul began his career with Chester City for whom he made more than 30 first team appearances.
(Dob:  22-04-1990)
Andy Moran
 A former Everton apprentice, Andy caught the eye in the all conquering Rhyl side of 2005 but unfortunately also suffered an eight month ban after a failed drugs test.  Has since played for Colwyn Bay, Fleetwood and Prestatyn Town before arriving at Broughton during the summer of 2010.  Boasts an outstanding goalscoring record in WP circles of 115 goals from 183 starts as the 2010-11 season gets underway.
(Dob:  07-10-1979)

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Kristian Rogers
 		Chester born Kristian began his football career as an England Schools International who went on to make more than fifty first team appearances for Wrexham. He has also kept goal for Sheffield United, Macclesfield, Worksop and Northwich Vics.  In Welsh domestic football Kristian has totted up more than a hundred league starts, mainly for Port Talbot Town, and now for Airbus whom he joined in August 2009.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Giovanni Feliciello
 A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
Matty Woodward
 A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC where he was a member of the youth and reserve sides.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
Rhys Roberts
 Promising young defender who joined Llangefni from Bodedern during the summer of 2004, made a couple of Welsh Premiership substitute appearances with Bangor City during 2003-04.  Signed for Airbus from Porthmadog during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  24-03-1986)
Matty Cook
 A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
Jack Abraham
 Highly promising teenage midfielder who caught the eye at Flint during this 2008-9 season. A former Liverpool youth, Jack signed for Airbus during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  07-08-1985)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
James MacIntosh
     
       
.		 Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2006-07, brother of former Planemakers goalkeeper Stuart MacIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Paul McManus
 Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City.  Paul began his career with Chester City for whom he made more than 30 first team appearances.
(Dob:  22-04-1990)
Andy Mitchell
 Promising youngster who signed for Airbus in August 2009 after spending the second half of the 2008-09 season with Bangor City. Andy began his career with Chester City.
(Dob:  18-04-1990)
Carl Owen
 A Bangor based striker who broke into the City side as a teenager but is better remembered for his lengthy association with Porthmadog.  Carl joined Rhyl during the summer of 2008 after netting some 49 goals in 128 WP starts and then moved to Broughton during the summer of 2009.
(Dob:  09-04-1980)
Marc Lloyd Williams
 Hugely experienced striker who has the league record number of goals to his name.  This stood at 302 from 3587 starts prior to the 2009-10 campaign.  "Jiws" is best remembered for his time with Bangor City but has also played for Aberystwyth, TNS, Rhyl and Porthmadog in the Welsh Premier.  He also has 75 League appearances to his name from spells with Stockport County, Halifax and York and has Conference experience with Southport.
(Dob:  08-02-1973)

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Chris Doran
 		A young goalkeeper signed during the summer of 2007, born in Northern Ireland Chris has previously played for the University of Lancashire.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Phil Palethorpe
 A calm, confident goalkeeper, Phil began his career with Tranmere Rovers and then Chester before playing in the Conference North for Tamworth during a loan period. He returned to Chester but was released after one first team appearance and joined Airbus in August 2008 where he has been first choice ever since. 
(Dob:   17-09-1986)
Ashley Crossthwaite
 		A Birkenhead born goalkeeper who joined the club from West Cheshire side Heswall and made his Welsh Premier debut for the club in December 2007 after a handful of Loosemores Cup appearances the previous season.
(Dob:  19-12-1987)
Aaron Tyrer
 A goalkeeper previously with Warrington Town, Aaron joined Airbus from Mynydd Isa during the January 2008 transfer window.
(Dob:  26-07-1985)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Giovanni Feliciello
 A left footed defender Gio joined Airbus upon his release from his home town side Chester City, after a brief trial period with Conference outfit Altrincham.
(Dob:  21-11-1989)
Gary Lovell
 Left footed defender Gary joined Airbus in January 2008 after spending the opening half of the season with Bangor City.  He began his career with Tranmere Rovers and has also played for Connahs Quay Rovers.
(Dob:  28-09-1987)
Matty Woodward
 A tall composed left footed defender or midfielder, Chester born Matty signed for Airbus from Upton AAA in January 2008.
(Dob:  14-06-1983)
Mark Cadwallader
 Tall defender who came through the youth system at Chester City. Mark had a brief spell in the Welsh Premier with Bangor City and Connahs Quay before joining The Planemakers during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:   08-07-1988)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC where he was a member of the youth and reserve sides.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
Wes Kilgannon
 A skilful midfielder who came through the Chester City youth system, Wes has previous Welsh Premier league experience with Caernarfon Town.  Signed for Airbus from Connahs Quay during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-04-1982)
Andy Thomas
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Ashley Williams
 A skilful midfielder, Ashley progressed through the Manchester City youth system but released and signed for local junior club Upton AAA.  After a spell with Vauxhall Motors he joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  08-10-1987)
Matty Cook
 A former Welsh Under 19 International who has played for Leigh RMI, Matthew joined Cefn Druids from Chester City in the summer of 2005. Matt missed much of the 2007-08 season following a serious injury and joined Airbus during the summer of 2008.
(Dob:  07-09-1985)
George Stewart
 London born winger George joined Airbus on loan from Wrexham FC during the January 2009 transfer window.  He qualifies for Northern Ireland for whom he has represented at Under 17 and 19 level.
(Dob:  17-06-1990)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
Phil Molyneux
 Promising young midfielder or striker signed during the summer of 2007 from Connahs Quay, previous clubs include Rhydymwyn and Flint Town United.
(Dob:  25-05-1985)
James McIntosh
     
       
.		 Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2006-07, brother of former Planemakers goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Paul Hallows
 A striker signed from Chester area side Christleton during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  15-12-1980)
Jon Slater
 A tall strong old fashioned centre forward. Jon was Llandyrnog's leading goalscorer in their three season's in the Cymru Alliance despite playing at centre half when needed.  Has also played for Rhyl reserves in the Welsh Alliance and Dyrni's local rivals Denbigh Town.  Signed for Airbus from WP rivals Caersws in July 2008.
(Dob:  31-10-1982)
Matt Head
 A Birkenhead born striker, Matt is currently on loan from Conference side Wrexham until the end of the 2008-09 season. 
(Dob: 28-06-1991)

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Chris Doran
 		A young goalkeeper signed during the summer of 2007, born in Northern Ireland Chris has previously played for the University of Lancashire.
(Dob:  12-04-1984)
Ashley Crossthwaite
 		A Birkenhead born goalkeeper who joined the club from West Cheshire side Heswall and made his Welsh Premier debut for the club in December 2007 after a handful of Loosemores Cup appearances the previous season.
(Dob:  19-12-1987)
Aaron Tyrer
 A goalkeeper previously with Warrington Town, Aaron joined Airbus from Mynydd Isa during the January 2008 transfer window.
(Dob:  26-07-1985)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Gary Lovell
 Left footed defender Gary joined Airbus in January 2008 after spending the opening half of the season with Bangor City.  He began his career with Tranmere Rovers and has also played for Connahs Quay Rovers.
(Dob:  28-09-1987)
Adam Hunter
 Utility man who can play in defence or midfield, Adam joined Airbus from local rivals Cefn Druids just before Christmas 2006.  He began is career with Chester City and has since played for Prescot Cables and Runcorn.
(Dob:   25-01-1986)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC where he was a member of the youth and reserve sides.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
John Davies
   
 
German born central defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City, during the summer of 2004. One of the most promising young defenders in the Welsh Premiership.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Andy Thomas
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
 Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
Adam Kelly
 A Chester born midflielder, Adam began his career as an apprentice with his home town side before gaining Welsh Premier experience with Caernarfon Town.
(Dob:  23-05-1984)
Dean Hughes
 Joined Flint Town United as a 12 year old before moving to Chester City at the age of 15 as a goalkeeper. Spent three years at Chester before joining the Army.  Previous clubs include Rhydymwyn where he was leading goalscorer.  Signed for Airbus during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  01-01-1981)
Danny Desormeaux
 Chester based midfielder first signed from Cefn Druids during the summer of 2004, previously with  Chester area side Christelton Town. Brother of former Airbus striker Joe Desormeaux, re-signed for the Broughton based side during the summer of 2007
(Dob:  15-08-1982)
James Hussaney
 Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
Phil Molyneux
 Promising young midfielder or striker signed during the summer of 2007 from Connahs Quay, previous clubs include Rhydymwyn and Flint Town United.
(Dob:  25-05-1985)
James McIntosh
     
       
.		 Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2006-07, brother of former Planemakers goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Paul Hallows
 A striker signed from Chester area side Christleton during the summer of 2007.
(Dob:  15-12-1980)

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Adam McGee
 		Goalkeeper who replaced Paul Whitfield in October 2005.  Adam is also on Cymru Alliance forms with coast rivals Flint Town United.  Made his Welsh Premier debut at Port Talbot on 22nd October 2005.
(Dob:  12-10-1987)
Stuart McIntosh
 Towering goalkeeper who returned to fitness in January 2006 after a long absence through injury.  Brother of centre forward James McIntosh.  Previous clubs include Cefn Druids and Chester area club Christleton.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
Ryan Edwards
 Competitive and composed young defender previously with Wrexham FC.  Ryan has Cymru Alliance experience with Halkyn United and Flint Town United, joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Adam Hunter
 Utility man who can play in defence or midfield, Adam joined Airbus from local rivals Cefn Druids just before Christmas 2006.  He began is career with Chester City and has since played for Prescot Cables and Runcorn.
(Dob:   25-01-1986)
Mark Allen
 Strong central defender signed from Newtown, previously with Cefn Druids, Bangor City and his home town side Watford.  Mark is a dependable and commited defender who has more than 250 Welsh Premier appearances to his name.
(Dob:   02-09-1976)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC where he was a member of the youth and reserve sides.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
Danny Farrell
 Promising young defender or midfielder born in Chester, Danny signed for The Planemakers in March 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Steve Hopkins
 St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
John Davies
   
 
German born central defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City, during the summer of 2004. One of the most promising young defenders in the Welsh Premiership.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Steve Futcher
 Chester born midfielder from a famous footballing family, previously with Rhyl, Cwmbran Town, Connahs Quay and Newtown.  Joined The Planemakers from Ashton in September 2005.  Renowned for his skilful passing game and as the scorer of "long range" goals.
(Dob:  24-10-1976)
Andy Thomas
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
 Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
Simon Davies
 Skilful midfielder who made 11 Premiership appearances for Manchester United where he gained a Welsh Cap before joining Luton Town for £150,000 in 1997.  Joined Bangor City from Rochdale in July 2001, has since played for TNS and Rhyl totalling more than a hundred WP apperances.  Simon signed for Airbus in February 2007. A Welsh International
(Dob: 23-04-1974)
Leigh Williams
 Former Crystal Palace trainee, previously with Vauxhall Motors and Caernarfon.  A hard working midfielder who joined Airbus after a spell in the Unibond First Division with local rivals Colwyn Bay.
(Dob:   09-10-1974)
Alan Richardson
 Mansfield born midfielder who joined the club during the summer of 2006 from St Werburghs during the summer of 2006. A member of the Royal Infantry.
(Dob:  29-08-1982)
Leon Farr
     
 Midfielder who joined the club during the summer of 2006.
(Dob:  22-06-1988)
Ryan Crawford
 Moved from the Scarborough area to study at Chester University, initially played for Hawarden rangers and has Welsh Premier experience with Connahs Quay Nomads.
(Dob:  09-03-1984)
James Hussaney
 Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
Ryan Maloney
 Young striker previously with Bury FC.  Chester born Ryan joined The Planemakers in July 2006.
(Dob:  09-12-1986)
Chris Moores
 Pacey striker who came into Welsh football with Bangor City and went on to play for Caernarfon Town and coast rivals Colwyn Bay.  Wirral born Chris, who previously played for Warrington Town,  then returned to English football but joined Airbus from New Brighton in January 2006.
(Dob:  25-05-1979)
James MacIntosh
     
       
.		 Chester born striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh, James previously played for Chester area side Christleton.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Darren Williams
 Tall, hard working striker joined Buckley Town during the summer of 2004, previously with Cefn United where he initially gained his goalscoring reputation.  Joined Cefn Druids from Connahs Quay Nomads in March 2005 and then Airbus in October 2006.
(Dob:  04-11-1981)
Dave Hughes
 Pacey young striker who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005 having previously played for Coventry University.  Scored some important league and cup goals at the start of the current season.
(Dob:  08-02-1982)

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Adam McGee
 		Goalkeeper who replaced Paul Whitfield in October 2005.  Adam is also on Cymru Alliance forms with coast rivals Halkyn United.  Made his Welsh Premier debut at Port Talbot on 22nd October 2005.
(Dob:  12-10-1987)
Stuart MacIntosh
 Towering goalkeeper who returned to fitness in January 2006 after a long absence through injury.  Brother of centre forward James MacIntosh.  Previous clubs include Cefn Druids and Chester area club Christleton.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
Dave Purcell
 Right sided defender who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005.
(Dob:  31-07-1985)
Dean Tuft

 
Defender equally at home as fullback or centreback.  A former Everton apprentice who joined Airbus from Connahs Quay during the usmmer fo 2005.
(Dob:  26-09-1981)
Gareth Sudlow
 Tall young defender signed from Newtown during the summer of 2005, previously with Buckley Town and Wrexham FC.
(Dob:  06-10-1983)
Paul Connolly
 Tall young defender who began his career at Chester City and joined Airbus in September 2005 after a season with Bala Town in the Cymru Alliance.
(Dob:  28-04-1984)
Scott Williams
 Spent several seasons at Wrexham making 32 Football League appearances before a brief stay at Rochdale.    Led Bangor City through the controversial Welsh Cup Semi Final success against Afan Lido and to a well earned Winners Medal at The Racecourse in May 2000.  A Welsh Under 21 International who teamed up with old Racecourse mate Gareth Owen during the summer of 2005.
(Dob: 07-08-1974)
Steve Hopkins
 St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
John Davies
   
 
Central defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City, during the summer of 2004. One of the most promising young defenders in the Welsh Premiership.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Steve Futcher
 Chester born midfielder from a famous footballing family, previously with Rhyl, Cwmbran Town, Connahs Quay and Newtown.  Joined The Planemakers from Ashton in September 2005.  Renowned for his skilful passing game and as the scorer of "long range" goals.
(Dob:  24-10-1976)
Andy Thomas
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Gareth Owen
 Experienced former Wrexham midfielder who joined Connahs Quay from Doncaster Rovers in July 2003, spent much of 2002/03 season on loan at Northwich Victoria. Appointed Airbus player manager in June 2005.
(Dob:  21-10-1971)
Leigh Williams
 Former Crystal Palace trainee, previously with Vauxhall Motors and Caernarfon.  A hard working midfielder who joined Airbus after a spell in the Unibond First Division with local rivals Colwyn Bay.
(Dob:   09-10-1974)
Craig Jones
 Promising young winger signed from Buckley Town in November 2004, son of former Bangor and Oswestry midfielder Brynley Jones.
(Dob:   20-03-1987)
Jimmy Husband
  
   
Attacking midfielder who has experience with Tooting & Mitcham, signed for Airbus during the summer of 2005.
(Dob:  20-01-1985)
James Hussaney
 Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.  Joined Connahs Quay during the summer of 2005 and Airbus in October 2005.  Also on Cymru Alliance forms with Halkyn United.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
Anthony Williams
 Striker signed from Welsh Premiership rivals Cefn Druids in January 2006.  Prevously played for Cymru Alliance side Lex X1.
(Dob:  04-08-1982)
Chris Moores
 Pacey striker who came into Welsh football with Bangor City and went on to play for Caernarfon Town and coast rivals Colwyn Bay.  Wirral born Chris, who previously played for Warrington Town,  then returned to English football but joined Airbus from New Brighton in January 2006.
(Dob:  25-05-1979)
James MacIntosh
       
.		 Promising young striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh.
(Dob:  06-02-1983)
Dave Hughes
 Pacey young striker who joined The Planemakers during the summer of 2005 having previously played for Coventry University.  Scored some important league and cup goals at the start of the current season.
(Dob:  08-02-1982)
Stewart White
 Striker signed from Rhyl in February 2006 where he was a regular goalscorer for their Welsh Alliance side.
(Dob:  31-01-1984)

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Andy Hughes
         
. 		 Tall young goalkeeper whose previous clubs include Telford United and Newtown, signed for Airbus from local rivals Connahs Quay Nomads.  Younger brother of team mate Steve Hughes.
(Dob:  06-11-1983)
Paul Whitfield
 St Asaph born Paul Whitfield is a former Wrexham FC professional who made 18 first team appearances for The Racecourse side.  He made a total of 25 Welsh Premiership loan appearances for Connahs Quay & Newtown whilst with The Dragons, moved to Bangor during the summer of 2004, and joined Airbus in October.  A Welsh Under 21 International.
(Dob:  06-05-1982)
Stuart MacIntosh
     
         
 Tall, imposing goalkeeper who has Welsh Premiership experience with Cefn Druids, previously with Chester area side Christleton.  Likely to miss much of the 2004-05 season due to serious injury.
(Dob:  20-07-1981)
Paul Dodd
     
.		 Vastly experienced defender who no-nonesense approach sometimes attracts the attention of referees.  Previous clubs include Windsford, Buckley Town, Holywell and Winsford.
(Dob:  27-10-1962)
Neil Rigby
 Vastly experienced defender who previous clubs include Bangor City, Colwyn Bay and Vauxhalls FC. Joned Airbus in December 2004 from Vauxhalls.
(Dob:   07-11-1971)
Steve Hopkins
 St Asaph born defender joined the club in the summer of 2004.  Spent four seasons with Connahs Quay following his release from Wrexham FC in 1999 and made 138 appearnances for the Nomads.
(Dob:  12-04-1980)
James Dean
       
 Promising young Chester born defender who has Welsh Premiership experience with Oswestry Town and Caernarfon Town who joined Airbus during the 2003-04 season.
(Dob:  19-03-1984)
John Davies
 
Defender signed from Flint Town,  soon after his release by Chester City,  during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  20-12-1984)
Ben McKean
     
 Crewe born defender signed during the summer of 2003 from Christleton.
(Dob:  14-02-1983)
Stephen Hughes
       
 		 Very tall, competitive midfielder who works hard in the Airbus midfield.  Scored on a regular basis from midfield and as a striker.  Older brother of goalkeeper Andy Hughes.  Previously with Holywell.
(Dob:  31-07-1978)
Tinashe Mutanha
   
Zimbabwe born defender or towering utility player formerly with Lex X1 and Llandudno Town.
(Dob:  14-01-1973)
John Dowridge
     
 		 Right footed centre midfielder signed from Blacon YC during the summer of 2002, twin brother of defender Paul Dowridge.  Has Cymru Alliance experience with local rivals Flint Town United.
(Dob:  21-11-1977)
Bob Ruffell
       
 Midfielder who featured in the Cymru Alliance championship winning side.
(Dob:  24-10-1983)
Adam Kelly
 Former Caernarfon Town midfielder signed during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  23-05-1984)
Simon Peers
 Midfielder signed from Christleton in August 2004.
(Dob:  27-07-1979)
Ray Redmond
 Midfielder signed from Ashville FC in November 2004.
Craig Jones
 Promising young winger signed from Buckley Town in November 2004.
(Dob:   20-03-1987)
Lee McElmeel
 Powerful attacking midfielder signed from Chester area side Blacon Youth during the summer of 2004.
(Dob:  00-00-1900)
Richard Smart
     
Tall left sided attacker signed from Christleton during the summer of 2003, a student at Chester College.
(Dob:  16-03-1982)
John Farrell
       
Tricky right winger with an eye for a goal, Chester born John previously played for Christleton.
(Dob:  28-11-1980)
Craig Garside
 Former Everton FC apprentice who joined Airbus from Bangor City in March 2005.  Craig has captained Wales at Under15, 16 and 19 and gained an excellent reputation at those levels.
(Dob:  11-05-1985)
Andy Thomas
       
 Well travelled utility player whose previous WP clubs include Connahs Quay, Cwmbran and Newtown.
(Dob:  14-12-1977)
Jamie Vietch
   
Promising young midfielder.
(Dob:  04-12-1983)
Danny Andrews
 Promising young midfielder signed from the Liverpool FC Academy in November 2004.
(Dob:   09-10-1986)
James Hussaney
       
 		 Pacey striker who had spells with Notts County and Chester City, more locally with Flint Town United and Buckley Town.
(Dob:  14-12-1978)
James MacIntosh
       
.		 Promising young striker whose strong running offers the perfect outlet for his midfield colleagues.  Top goalscorer for Airbus in 2001-02, brother of goalkeeper Stuart McIntosh.
 (Dob:  06-02-1983)
Ian Marsh
     
Youngest of the three Marsh brothers, a promising young striker.
(Dob:  01-07-1983)
Craig Williams
 Goalscoring forward signed from Cymru Alliance side Gresford Athletic in November 2004, brother of former Gresford & Bangor City midfielder Gareth Williams.
(Dob:   30-12-1979)
Simon Andrews
 Striker signed from Chester area side Upton AAA in November 2004.
(Dob:  21-02-1982)
Lee Acott
 Pacey striker who took the eye with Flint Town United in the Cymru Alliance.
(Dob:  16-03-1977)
Colin Quirke
 Striker signed from Caernarfon Town during November 2004, previously with Vauxhall  Motors FC.
(Dob:  24-07-1985)