Barry Town United are pleased to announce our retained player list for the 2026/2027 season. Barry Town United would like to thank all players for their efforts and endeavour during this historical season and wish the players moving on all the best in their future.
Ieuan Owen has departed the club to join Scottish Premiership side Kilmarnock FC for an undisclosed fee following the release clause in his contract being met.
Ieuan has agreed personal terms with Kilmarnock and will complete the move over the coming days.
During his time at the club, Ieuan made a huge impact and will be remembered fondly by everyone. His standout moment came in the Nathaniel MG Cup, where his two goals played a decisive role in securing the club’s first top-flight silverware in over two decades – an historic achievement that will long live in our memories. Ieuan appeared 74 time for the Town scoring 27 goals across his time here at the club and always bought into what it meant to be a Barry Town United player providing coaching sessions in our community and working closely with our academy age groups.
Whilst there is disappointment to see him move on, this transfer reflects the club’s continued commitment to developing young talent and supporting players when opportunities arise to progress into professional football.
Everyone at the club would like to thank Ieuan for everything he has given during his time here and wish him every success in the next stage of his career in the knowledge that Ieuan can always call Jenner Park, home.
Barry Town United can confirm that Ollie Hulbert will depart the club as he embarks on a new chapter in his career.
A valued member of the squad throughout his time at Jenner Park, Ollie has been a key figure in the club’s recent success. Across 107 appearances, he scored 51 goals and provided 13 assists, playing a pivotal role in helping the Town lift the Nathaniel MG Cup and secure our first top-flight silverware in over two decades.
Ollie has given everything for the shirt and leaves with gratitude and the best wishes of everyone connected at the club.
Thank you for your efforts, Ollie, and good luck in the future.
Barry Town United are searching for a First Team Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist. Candidate pack is below. Any questions, please contact Daley.Chapman@barrytown.co.uk
Barry Town United AFC are delighted to confirm that the First Instance Body has warded the club its UEFA Men’s Club Licence and its FAW Men’s Tier 1 Licence ahead of the 2026/2027 season.
You can read more on the FAW Website via the link below
On Friday 20th March 2026, Barry Town United O45s Vets team take on Llanelli Town O45s Vets in the all important title deciding match at Jenner Park.
Llanelli sit top of the table with 30 points with Barry Town just behind them in second position on 27 points. Barry will need to win with a minimum goal margin of 3 goals if we are to clinch the title.
It is a tough day for Barry Town United Manager Andy Legg as he will be playing for Llanelli Town O45s in this fixture. In his Llanelli O45s team he will be joined by ex Swansea City players Gareth Phillips and Neil Williams as well as current Pure Swansea striker Lee Trundle.
Barry Town will also be using former first team players in their camp with both Damon Searle and Gavin Beddard lining up in Yellow and Blue once against.
Come down to Jenner Park and see if the O45s can clinch the title on Friday 20th March 2026 at 19:45KO at Jenner Park
Barry Town will trade South Wales for North this Saturday as they take on Colwyn Bay at the Blue Turtle Arena.
The high of the Town’s historic cup win is still buzzing around the club as they followed with a 1-0 win over Penybont to secure their fourth successive victory.
Ieuan Owen’s winning strike means he has scored each one of Barry’s last three goals, taking his tally for the season across all competitions up to an impressive 17.
For the yellows, three points would be huge.
They sit two points ahead of Saturday’s hosts, and a win would not only lengthen that gap, but could see them jump as high as third if results fall their way.
Colwyn Bay’s last two games have looked starkly different, with a 3-1 home win over Penybont followed by a 3-0 away loss to Caernarfon Town.
Striker Jordan Davies has 12 goals on the season, good enough for fourth most in the Cymru Premier, so Barry will have to keep him quiet.
There has been nothing to separate the two sides across their last seven league meetings.
Two wins apiece and three draws in that span suggests we should be in for another close encounter on Saturday.
With just three points separating third to sixth, this is a huge opportunity for the Town to propel themselves into the elite bracket and top off an already successful season
Barry Town United AFC are pleased to announce the appointment of Kayne McLaggon as the club’s new Head of Academy.
A former professional footballer and well-respected figure within Welsh football, McLaggon returns to his hometown club where he previously made a huge impact as a player. During his time here he captained the side and became a key leader both on and off the pitch, earning the respect of teammates, staff and supporters alike.
Following a successful playing career across the professional and semi-professional game, McLaggon has built a strong reputation within youth development. He brings elite academy experience to the role, having worked within professional EFL academy environments, where he was involved in the development of young players within high-performance pathways.
In addition, his time working within the Football Association of Wales has given him a strong understanding of the domestic game in Wales and the development structures that support young players across the country.
As Head of Academy, McLaggon will lead Barry Town United’s youth development programme, overseeing the club’s pathway from academy through to senior football. His role will focus on developing talented young players, mentoring coaches, and strengthening the connection between our grassroots section, the academy and the wider football eco system in the Vale.
Speaking on his appointment, McLaggon said:
“I’m incredibly proud to be returning to Barry Town United in this role. It’s my hometown club which has always meant a lot to me from my time here as a supporter, player and captain. I know what it feels like to put on that Barry Town shirt and I’m excited about the opportunity to now help develop the next generation of players to wear it. There is a real opportunity to build a strong pathway for young footballers in Barry and the wider area, and I’m looking forward to getting started.”
Kayne’s role will commence in April and everyone here would like to welcome Kayne back to the club and wish him every success in his new role.
A fantastic brace from Ieuan Owen saw Town get their hands on the Nathaniel MG Cup for the first time since 2000.
Town went in to the game as “underdogs” from the outside world but within the club everyone had belief this could be the year.
Town reached Saturday’s final in Bridgend after defeating Llanelli, Haverfordwest County and Cambrian United along the way.
The buildup to the game was overshadowed by events off the pitch with the passing of Callum Sainty’s father and Eliot Richards cancer diagnosis.
Back in October chairman Mark Barrett told the group he had been diagnosed with cancer in what was an extremely brave move.
These off field events made an already together team more together and added extra determination to make Saturday a memorable one after a tough few months.
BRIDGEND, WALES – 28 FEBRUARY 2026: Barry Town team photo during the 2025/26 Nathaniel MG Cup Final fixture between The New Saints FC & Barry Town United AFC at the Dragonbet Stadium, Bridgend, Wales (Pic by Lewis Mitchell/FAW)
From minute one of the match you could tell every man in Barry yellow and blue believed something special could happen.
Town started the much better side and put the TNS backline under pressure early doors.
From pre game to post match the travelling fans were immense and the positive start by Town just fired them up even more.
On the stroke of half time Ieuan pounced on a mix up at the back from TNS and gave Town a deserved lead heading in to the break.
The Saints somewhat improved in the second 45 but despite getting in a few good positions they just couldn’t take any of their chances and you stated to feel this could be Town’s day.
Joe Thomas has played in every MG Cup match this season and played his part in keeping Town keeping a clean sheet when eventually called upon.
As the match went on the belief that something special could be on the cards grew and in stoppage time at the end of the match Ieuan Owen secured it once and for all.
Again pouncing on a mistake at the back for TNS, Ieuan was there to find the net from long range to send every Barry fan into raptures.
So that was it, history was made a first MG Cup success since 2000 and Town were able to avenge TNS for the 2017 final.
A win that will be remembered by everyone but more importantly a massive win for the club and community after recent months.
Following a short period of time away from the club due to personal circumstances, Andy Legg has returned to his role as First Team Manager at Barry Town United AFC.
Stephen Jenkins will continue in his role as Head of Football at Barry Town United AFC.
