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7 hours ago
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Dominic Gape: 'Now I feel like it's my turn to be that senior pro'
DOMINIC Gape is ready to embrace being one of Colchester United's senior players - and help them enjoy a successful League Two campaign. The 30-year-old central midfielder has joined the U's on a permanent deal from Shrewsbury Town. Advertisement Gape has nearly 200 EFL appearances to his name and has featured in every division of English professional football, from the Premier League to League Two. The former Southampton youngster enjoyed two promotions while at Wycombe Wanderers under Gareth Ainsworth and is now looking forward to bringing his experience and knowledge to the JobServe Community Stadium, after joining the U's. Gape told 'I'm a central midfielder who likes to get around the pitch, make tackles, and recycle the ball. 'Coming through at Wycombe, I was really lucky to have a great group of senior pros to help guide me. Advertisement 'Now I feel like it's my turn to be that senior pro, to offer guidance and show the young lads what it means to be a professional and to be a winner. 'If you look at the form from the back half of last season, the last 30 games were really strong. 'If we can build on that, make a few improvements here and there, we should be set for a really successful campaign.' Ex-Colchester winger signs for League Two side on two-year deal Gape is Colchester's second signing of the summer, following the arrival of Jaden Williams from Tottenham Hotspur last week. Gape and Williams will report for the first day of pre-season training on Monday, along with the rest of the U's squad. Colchester begin their new League Two campaign with a home clash against Tranmere Rovers, on August 2.
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11 hours ago
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Blackpool sign Argentine keeper Ravizzoli
Blackpool have signed Argentine goalkeeper Franco Ravizzoli following his release from Wycombe Wanderers at the end of last season. The 27-year-old made 42 league appearances for the Chairboys across two seasons following his move from MK Dons in 2023. Advertisement He represented both Independiente and River Plate's youth teams before moving to England and then sixth-tier club Eastbourne Borough in 2020. "Franco has had an impressive couple of seasons at this level, and we're looking forward to watching him progress further in his career here at Blackpool," Tangerines boss Steve Bruce told the club website.
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11 hours ago
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Blackpool sign Argentine keeper Ravizzoli
Blackpool have signed Argentine goalkeeper Franco Ravizzoli following his release from Wycombe Wanderers at the end of last 27-year-old made 42 league appearances for the Chairboys across two seasons following his move from MK Dons in represented both Independiente and River Plate's youth teams before moving to England and then sixth-tier club Eastbourne Borough in 2020."Franco has had an impressive couple of seasons at this level, and we're looking forward to watching him progress further in his career here at Blackpool," Tangerines boss Steve Bruce told the club website., external
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13 hours ago
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Wycombe sign Basel striker Fink on permanent deal
Wycombe Wanderers have signed Swiss striker Bradley Fink from FC Basel for an undisclosed Switzerland Under-21 international began his career in the youth set-up at Borussia Dortmund in Germany, enjoying a prolific season in 2021-22 for the Bundesliga club's under-19 side when he scored 36 goals in 29 made his senior breakthrough with Basel in August 2022 and went on to make 41 appearances in the Swiss top flight, scoring six was also part of the squad that won the Swiss Super League last season."I think the fans will be really excited to see us bring someone of Bradley's pedigree to the club, and his experience shows he could be a hugely influential player for us," Chairboys head coach Mike Dodds said., external"He's a striker who can play in a number of different systems, and his height and goalscoring ability will be important attributes for us." Wycombe's director of football strategy, Tom Stockwell, called Fink's signing a "strong statement" about the club's direction."We must be patient with Bradley. He is a young man moving country to a different style of football, but he has all the attributes to thrive in the English game," Stockwell is Wycombe's sixth signing since the end of last season, following the signings of the summer, which included James Tilley, Dan Casey, Caolan Boyd-Munce, Armando Junior Quitirna and Taylor Allen.
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a day ago
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'The voice of Wycombe' - Much-loved Wanderers commentator confirms departure
Phil Catchpole (pictured in December 2022) has confirmed he will be leaving Wycombe Wanderers this summer (Image: NQ) A long-lasting member of the Wycombe Wanderers media team has announced they will be leaving the club this summer. Phil Catchpole, who is best known for commentating on the Chairboys, initially for BBC 3 Counties Radio before permanently joining the Adams Park side in 2022, confirmed on the evening of June 24 via social media that now is the time to 'move on'. Advertisement During his stint covering Wanderers, he became a popular hit with supporters due to his niche facts on players, infectious enthusiasm, creative puns and quirky social media presence. Taking to X [formerly known as Twitter], the much-loved commentator, who has narrated 560 Wycombe games, said: 'I've decided that the time has come for me to move on and I will leave Wycombe Wanderers with a full heart and countless memories. 'A massive thank you to all of you who've made me feel so welcome since I first picked up the mic. 'The fans are the one true constant in football and the heartbeat of the club.' Advertisement He went on to describe his tenure reporting on Wycombe as both a 'pleasure and a privilege' to help 'tell the story of our great club'. He continued: 'It's changed my life in a wonderful way.' During his time at Adams Park, Phil's voice has narrated some of the most iconic moments in Wycombe's recent history. The great escape year of 2014 at Torquay United, promotion to League One in 2018 at Chesterfield, celebrating promotion to the Championship for the first time in 2020 against Oxford United at Wembley Stadium, as well as countless brilliant games at Adams Park. Following the confirmation of his departure, many Chairboys fans and players thanked him for his services. Advertisement Matt Devine said: 'The man whose voice defined some of the greatest moments and achievements in Wanderers history. 'As a colleague, it's been a pleasure to work with you mate, and as a fan, I'd like to thank you for the countless memories that your commentaries brought to life. 'All the best, Phil.' Sam Avery said: 'Absolute legend! 'A true pro in every aspect and someone I've learned so much from. 'Alongside me for my first Wycombe game on BBC 3CR, and I'll never forget commentating on a game together in separate locations, 30 miles apart, during the second Covid lockdown. 'All the best!' Wanderers right back Jasper Pattenden added: 'What an incredible person. Advertisement 'One of the very best there is. 'What a pleasure to get to know you, mate and share the Bill Turnbull gantry with you from time to time.' Joanne Sturges said: 'The voice of Wycombe. Gutted to see you go but hope all goes well for you whatever you do in the future.'
