FIRST TEAM SQUAD

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Halil Akil - Central Midfield

A very solid and reliable player who will always give 100%. Made his debut in the home win against Wivenhoe. Previous Clubs: Haringey Borough & Waltham Abbey.

Paul Armand - Left Sided Midfielder

Signing from local football. Made his debut when coming on as a substitute in the 2-1 win at Barton Rovers. Scored his first goal for the club against Burnham Ramblers in the FA cup. Scored 6 goals in total last season.

Dave Bastian - Left Back (c - team)

Joined in March 2004 from Wivenhoe Town, where he started his career, for his second spell at Wadham Lodge. His first apperance in his second spell was against Arlesey, and notched up his first goal with a screamer against then Champions, Yeading.

Didier Batunga - Defender

A graduate from the youth team who made his debut in the Essex Senior Cup win over East Thurrock. A strong header and striker of the ball. Scored his first goal against Beaconsfield.

Carlos Brown - Defender

After a long spell at QPR, Carlos spent a year at Hoddeston and was signed in August 2004. A very solid and reliable defender.

James Crysanthou - Defender

Signed at the beggining of the 05/06 and is already becoming an immediate hit with the fans with his solid performances. Made his debut in the win against Enfield. James has played in the States, and also for Haringey Borough.

Alan Cox - Midfield

Alan Graduated through the youth and reserve teams to make his debut in Febuary 2004 when he came on as a sub to play the whole of the second half against Tilbury. Scored twice last season and has already by the 2nd match of the season) matched that tally this season with two outstanding goals against Aveley.

Darren Duporte - Midfield

Exiting prospect who has graduated from the youth team. Made his debut as a sub against Tilbury. Has already impressed in pre-season.

Richard Georgiou - Right Midfield

"Bubble" is another player who has graduated from the youth setup. His first senior appearance was against East Thurrock, and has already looked instrumental this season.

Charlie Hasler - Goalkeeper

Has appeared in pre season matches and starts the season as first choice. Tall and commanding great shot stopper and great in the air. Previous club: Harlow.

Stuart Houghton - Wing Back

Also graduated from the youth team and made his first appearance of the season coming on as a sub against Enfield.

Jermaine Hughes - Forward

"Jerkey" is now in his third spell at the club, having previously been at Leyton and Aveley. A local lad who is pacey and will always have an eye for goal.

Papy Kanyuka - Right Winger

A recent signing from local football and made his debut against East Thurrock. Scored twice in the FA cup win against Cogenhoe United, and the first in the FA Trophy win against Berko. Was dogged by injury for the latter part of the season, but still managed to knock up 13 goals.

Hasan Kardal - Forward

Previously with Siynop in Turkey, signed in close season of the 04/05 season. Scored his first in his debut against East Thurrock, and followed it up with the winner against Wivenhoe. Also helped the club achive their record win with the 10th against Berko!

Gavin King - Goalkeeper (c - club)

Signed for Forest from Harlow on the even of the 2003/4 season and has been ever present since then. Kingy's experience is seen as vital for the club. He has played over 350 games for Bishop's Stortford and then a further 150 for Billericay.

Max Lette - Midfield

Appeared pre season and looks a fantastic prospect. Previous clubs include Barnet and Dagenham & Redbridge.

Leon Belton-McKenzie

Forward, another aquisition from Aveley. Scored on his return to Aveley and is already looking in amazing from this season.

Afolabi Orilonishe - Midfield

"Fola" is another player to have come through the youth set up. A truley abled sportsman who has appeared on the BBC's "Born To Win" programme for Basketball. However, he's firmly set on football now, and is looking like the type of wing man Forest have been missing for years. Not affraid to take players on and is also very strong.

Nicky Stevens - Defender

Yet another graduate from the youth team who made his debut against East Thurrock in the Essex Senior Cup. Again, feel victim to an injury, but is on his way back. Made his first appearance of the season in the 4-1 win against Aveley, coming on as a sub.

Wesley Thomas - Forward

Another Youth team graduate who spent much of last season with QPR. After being unable to break into the first team, Wesley showed his commitment to the club by returning for the 05/06 season. Has already scored 3, 2 of them coming on his debut against Enfield. Has looked sensational.

Marc Ward - Defender

Has from Dagenham & Redbrige and is already a fans favourite. Great headder of the ball, and is great at making tackles in places where it would be easier to give away a foul. Scored on his debut with a volley against Enfield

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