New Keeper for Bluebells

Yate Town have announced the signing of goalkeeper Aaron Sainsbury from Pitching In Southern League Division One South rivals Paulton Rovers.

The 21-year-old has signed a contract with the Bluebells keeping him at the club for the 2023/24 season.

He brings with him quite a pedigree having won players` player of the year and supporters` player of the year at Paulton Rovers last season.

Sainsbury had been with Paulton since July 2020.

Formerly with Bristol City, he spent part of 2019/20 on loan with Rovers, having previously gained experience with Toolstation Western League side Hengrove Athletic.

Manager John Rendell told his club’s website: "I am very pleased to be working closely with Aaron again. He’s been my keeper for the past three years or so now and has developed into one of the most complete around.

“He had an excellent grounding at Bristol City where he continues to be employed as the clubs goalkeeping coach. His attitude is first class, he shares our desire and passion we have to take this club forward and Aaron and his family will be extremely popular with the fans and welcomed around the club".

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