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Harrison Bright

Bright back to Barry in permanent move

Defender Harrison Bright becomes Steve Jenkins’ 9th signing of the summer.

Barry Town is delighted to announce the permanent signing of defender Harrison Bright.

Harrison Bright

Town fans will remember fondly Harrison’s first stint at the club whilst he was on loan from parent club Newport County in Phase One of last season.

During his time Harrison quickly became a fans favourite and is fondly remembered for that stunning goal away at Caernarfon.

Welcome back to Jenner Park Brighty, it’s great to have you back.

Ieuan Owen

Ieuan Owen signs for the Town

Exciting young forward Ieuan Owen signs for the Yellow-Blue

Barry Town are delighted to announce the signing of exciting young forward Ieuan Owen.

18 year old Ieuan joins from Afan Lido where he scored 15 goals in 25 games in the Cymru South last season.

Ieuan Owen

Ieuan a pacey forward will wear the number 18 shirt.

Thank you to Afan Lido for their support with the transfer.

Welcome to our club Ieuan!

Ryan Kavanagh

Midfielder Ryan Kavanagh joins the Town

Kavanagh is the Town’s 7th signing of a busy summer

The Town is delighted to announce the signing of Ryan Kavanagh. 21 year old Ryan joins from his boyhood club Cardiff City where he played his football from the age of 7.

A dynamic midfielder, Ryan will compliment hugely the skill set of midfielders already at the club and we’re excited to see him in a Barry Town shirt.

Ryan’s home and away shirt are now available to sponsor.

Robbie Willmott

Midfielder Robbie Willmott joins the Town

Willmott becomes Steve Jenkins’ 6th summer signing

Barry Town United is delighted to announce the signing of Robbie Willmott subject to International Clearance. 

A Versatile midfielder Robbie will be well known for his time at EFL neighbours Newport County where he spent 9 seasons making a staggering 292 appearances.

The 34 year old was a huge part of the Exiles incredible run to the Emirates FA Cup fifth round during the 2018-2019 season where he scored important goals and created assists against Leicester City, Middlesbrough and Manchester City.

Willmott started his career in the academies of Buntingford Town and Cambridge United. In 2007, at the age of 17, he made his debut for the U’s in the then-Conference Premier. 

Over five seasons and two spells – with two seasons and 67 appearances at Luton Town in between – he made 139 appearances for Cambridge. 

Robbie’s home and away shirt are both now available for sponsorship. 

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Barry Town vacancy: Commercial Manager

Barry Town United has a vacancy for the role of Commercial Manager

As Commercial Manager of Barry Town United AFC, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the club’s commercial operations, growth and overall success.

You will need to be responsible for overseeing the commercial aspects of the club with a focus on developing a commercial strategy, increasing sponsorship agreements, develop the club’s marketing and brand strategy, along with identifying new commercial and partnership opportunities.

Click here to access the Candidate Pack

NAPA

Same sponsor, new look, for the Town

LDS becomes NAPA from the 2024/25 season

Barry Town United is delighted to announce that NAPA Auto Parts will continue as one of our key club sponsors for the 2024/25 season.

Formerly known as LDS Motors, NAPA Auto Parts has been an integral part of Barry Town for over a decade. Deeply embedded in our local community, they are a global leader in automotive parts. 

Chairman Mark Barrett commented:  “We are extremely pleased to welcome NAPA Auto Parts to the club for another season. Their contribution and support to the club over the last ten years under the LDS brand has made a significant impact both on our club and the local community. We look forward to further developing our relationship with the parent brand Napa and rolling out new exciting initiatives in the future.”

 Adam McNaney – UK Group Marketing Manager – NAPA Auto Parts commented – “ We recognise the community feel Barry Town United has created in the local area and servicing the local market is what NAPA Auto Parts values at its core. We feel this is a great partner to have on board and look forward to building this partnership in the future.“

Rhys Schwank

Rhys Schwank is Town’s 5th summer signing

Rhys joins the club from Abergavenny Town

Barry Town United is delighted to welcome winger Rhys Schwank to the club. Town’s new number 11 becomes our fifth summer signing ahead of the 2024/25 Cymru Premier Season.

Youngster Rhys joins the club from Abergavenny Town and has worked under Stephen Jenkins previously at Cardiff City.

Rhys is a naturally gifted quick player, whose sharpness and speed makes him a danger out wide.

Rhys grabbed 12 goals in 26 games for Abergavenny last season and has been on the clubs radar since for some time.

Welcome to the club Rhys.

Eliot Richards

Eliot Richards signs for the Town

Barry Town United is delighted to welcome new midfielder Eliot Richards to the club

The Town’s new number 8 becomes the 4th summer signing ahead of the upcoming 2024/25 Cymru Premier Season.

32 year old Eliot joins the club from Pen-y-Bont and brings much experience to the squad as he boasts Bristol Rovers, Hereford, Barnet, Merthyr Town and Pontypridd United amongst his former clubs.

The former Wales U21 International will bring a wealth of experience to the Town, and Eliot is looking forward to the challenge as well as working with Stephen Jenkins once again.

Welcome to the club, Eliot.

Ben Margetson

Ben Margetson signs for the Town

Barry Town United is delighted to welcome Defender Ben Margetson to the club. 

23 year old Ben joins the club from Pontypridd and brings much experience to the squad as he boasts Kidderminster, Sutton, Bromley, Cardiff and Swansea amongst his former clubs. 

Speaking to Ben at training on Thursday, he said: “I’m really excited to be joining Barry Two for the 2024/25 season. I’m looking forward to be playing under a manager who will get the best out of me so that we can achieve our goals as a team.

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my first couple of sessions with a great group of boys who made me feel settled straight away.

I pride my game on defending the box and keeping clean sheets which I was able to achieve last year at Pontypridd with 12 clean sheet putting us 2nd in the clean sheets behind TNS.

I hope we’ll have plenty of them next season to give the team a platform to go and pick up plenty of points to get us into that top 6.”

Welcome to the club Ben 

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Town’s Cymru Premier fixtures confirmed

Barry Town’s Phase One league campaign gets underway on Saturday 10 August at home against Bala

The Town’s JD Cymru Premier season 2024/25 begins at Jenner Park against Bala on Saturday 10 August in a 2:30pm kick-off.

The festive period sees the club at home against Penybont on Boxing Day in a 12:30pm kick-off, while New Year’s Day takes us away to Briton Ferry.

Phase One will conclude at home on Saturday 11 January with a visit from Haverfordwest County.