U14 United welcome Poole Town FC first team's Luke Nippard to training!

Today, the U14 United squad were delighted to have Poole Town FC new signing Luke Nippard come along and help out with their training session.

Luke Nippard, along with fellow new signing Harvey Wright, both started their football journeys with Poole Town FC Wessex, progressing through the youth ranks.

Luke celebrating after scoring the winning goal against Weymouth Cougars in the U11’s County Cup Final

Luke, a highly rated central midfielder moved on and progressed through the AFC Bournemouth age groups, before spending last season at Weymouth.

Luke Nippard joins Poole Town FC - back where it all began in the Poole Town FC Wessex youth set up

Harvey moved from Poole Town FC Wessex to ply his trade at Christchurch in the Wessex League, before becoming a key figure at Hamworthy United in recent years.

Harvey Wright moves from Hamworthy to join Poole Town FC, where he began his football journey in the youth ranks

Having fought off competition for their signatures, Poole Town FC are delighted to welcome both players 'back home' and into the first team men's squad for the 2023-24 season.

The U14 boys benefitted from Luke's experience during a fantastic training session, with information and advice throughout the session, as he took part in warm up sessions and training drills.

A massive thank you to Luke for coming down to show his support to the Poole Town FC Wessex grassroots teams, and helping to inspire the next footballing generation to follow in Harvey and his footsteps to the first team!