Basingstoke Town FC to hold men's first team trials

In a post on Twitter, the club announced: "With overwhelming interest in the requests for trials - we've made the decision to hold a trial for our men's first team."

The announcement comes after Dan Brownlie's men defeated AFC Bournemouth 1-0 at Fratton Park, to win the Hampshire Senior Cup and complete the treble for the first time in the club's history.

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On their website, the club released a statement saying: "After a remarkable season for our men’s first team it’s fair to say that there has been great interest in our club, especially with candidates looking to play for the side and requesting trial opportunities."

"For that reason, we have decided to hold a trial evening towards the end of June."

ᴍᴇɴ'ꜱ ꜰɪʀꜱᴛ ᴛᴇᴀᴍ ᴛʀɪᴀʟꜱ.

With overwhelming interest in the requests for trials - we've made the decision to hold a trial for our men's first team.

Click here for more information 👇

— Basingstoke Town FC (C) (@Basingstoke_FC) May 18, 2023

Manager Dan Brownlie said in a statement on the club's official website: "We’re always looking to improve the side. I’ve not conducted a trial before, but due to the overwhelming interest – it felt sensible. I know the club has previously benefitted from running them, so hopefully we can come across some gems."

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He added: "We’re looking for players who are capable of excelling at Step 3 or have the potential to do so. If we pick up one player who has the right attitude, qualities and talent – it will be a worthwhile process."

Those who are interested in the trials, which will be held in June, can find out more information by clicking here.