Hornsey & Highgate
Football Club
Est.2013
Andy May
Goalkeeper
Gaffer says: When your goalkeeper's favourite type of bar isn't a crossbar it's always a tad worrying. Our vice captain, Andy will do anything for the club providing he doesn't have to leave his 6 yard box.
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Paul Smith
Defender
Gaffer says: Known for his no nonsense approach to wingers and the '3 step rule' on throw ins; Paul Smith is a proper right back. Look out for his goal competition with his other half Kev.
Harry Garratt
Defender
Gaffer says: He's a defender! He won't have it, but he is a truly exceptional defender.
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Richard Wayoe
Defender
Gaffer says: Captain, caretaker manager, quality footballer. This guys has it all in his locker...and a top lad to boot.
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Nkencho Okonta
Defender
Gaffer says: He's an absolute beast, rapid as well. 'K' can operate at left back or left wing and can cause people problems from either position.
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Dean Wigzell
Defender
Gaffer says: 'Quite frankly my long periods of inactivity throughout the season make me look rusty. But give me a run of games like the famous promotion push of 2015 and I'm a quality, albeit lumbersome centre half...honest!
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Here we profile the players that make up the squad, with a little insight from the man tasked with keeping them in check- manager Dean Wigzell.
Francis Wayoe
Defender
Gaffer says: Younger brother of club captain Richard. I am yet to hear a Wayoe version of the Kolo/Yaya chant but give it time... Francis is a nippy full back that can play on either flank.
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Kevin Coulter
Midfielder
Gaffer says: This bloke has an unreal engine, a fantastic grasp of the Queen's English and nobody, I mean nobody can mess with his Paul!
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Ashley McMahon
Midfielder
Gaffer says: What this boy lacks in time management skills he certainly makes up for in sheer physical attributes. If you come up against Ashley Mac in the centre of the park you can expect a miserable day. Strong, quick, good feet, scores goals...phenomenal player.
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Jesse Hadley
Midfielder
Gaffer says: Uncle Harry brought him along but I've known Jesse for years. A midfielder of pure class, with a bit of a dodgy knee. Excited to finally get him on board after years of trying.
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Jimmy Jones
Midfielder
Gaffer says: New addition for 2017/18. Bit of a surprise package in his first pre-season outing. Combative, good in the tackle, solid midfield player.
Nicky Inchenko
Forward
Gaffer says: Long flowing locks, exquisite touch and not to be rushed on the ball, Nicky Inchenko beats his man when he wants!
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The Team
Guy Jacobson-Durham
Forward
Gaffer says: Olivier Giroud joined the club this summer as part of the Garratt Talent agency influx. Will get goals when he isn't being sick.
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Darien Charles
Winger
Gaffer says: Darien is relatively new to the club but made a big impact at the back end of last season. He's rapid and has an eye for goal.
Charlie Morris
Forward
Gaffer says: Our club record goalscorer returned for a second spell at the club after a stint in Oz. What this fella doesn't know about scoring goals isn't worth knowing.
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Andris Apsa
Forward
Gaffer says: Player of the Year for 2015/16 and boy did he deserve it. He had big boots to fill, and considering he's really a defender, he's done terrific.
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Monire Benhadj
Winger
Gaffer says: Never short of a trick or two, Monire is guaranteed to put someone on their backside before a game is out.
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Jack Granger
Winger
Gaffer says: Another new addition for the 17/18 season. Jack is rapid with a decent delivery and looks like he has an eye for goal too.
Hani Ghalayini
Forward
Gaffer says: Hollywood are lining up to retell Hani's story. He has made the step from staunch club supporter to a member of the squad in no time. The stuff dreams are made of.
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Joe Higgins
Defender
Gaffer says: New addition for the 2017/18 season, bit of a Rolls Royce defender if I'm honest. Composed, quick, can play out from the back.
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Sam Fowler
Midfield
Gaffer says: A much better player than the fact he is a Stoke fan would suggest. Sam could be a huge addition for us in our midfield this season.
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Montel Christopher
Defender
Gaffer says: Joined us towards the end of last season in a double deal that also saw us sign Tyrell (who we since lost to UEA). 'Monty' is a fantastic left back who really comes to life on astro...
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