McClurg, Hancock and Cornell head Bracknell Town FC player departures

Former player manager Carl Davies among those departing Larges Lane

It will be a very different squad of players lining up for Bracknell Town in the Bostik League South Central Division One next season with a number of departures confirmed on social media.

It’s been a busy week at Larges Lane having seen the departure of manager Geoff Warner and appointment of former Maidenhead United assistant manager Sam Lock to the first team manager role and now the side looks set for a major rebuild in the summer with captain Dave Hancock, centre back Carl Davies, midfield general Jamie McClurg and striker Adam Cornell all confirming their departures.

McClurg, Cornell and Davies in particular were among the first players to join the club when Mark Tallentire took over from Keith Pennicott-Bowen.

Davies himself became player manager of the side after Jeff Lamb and Paul McGrotty departed in 2018 and led the team at the start of the 2018/19 season before handing over to Geoff Warner.

Carl Davies
Jamie McClurg
Dave Hancock
Adam Cornell
Matty Day
Chris Grace

Other players known to have confirmed departures are full backs Ryan Parsons and Joel Jacobs, centre back Matty Day, forward Sean Moore, goalkeeper Chris Grace and physio Liam Day.

As group of players, Bracknell Town have achieved an awful lot over the last three years, 100s of goals, three second place finishes, two Hellenic League Cups, a County Cup, the Reading Senior Cup and a run to the Quarter Finals of the FA Vase.

Bracknell Town physio Liam Day. Photo: Neil Graham.

If it wasn’t clear already, it’s going to be an enthralling summer at Larges Lane.

Here’s what some of the players said on twitter:

Dave Hancock

Today is an end of an era @BracknellTownFC. An unbelievable 3 years and an honour to captain such a successful team but now it’s been decided it’s time I moved on. I want thank the fans who followed us on the journey and all the players who have been part of this squad with me ❤️
— David Hancock (@Daveh2705) May 10, 2019

Jamie McClurg

Just wanna say thanks to everyone at @BracknellTownFC for the memories. Such an amazing group of players and fans. Will always hold a special place in my heart, all the best for the future love Clurgtrain😝
— Clurgs08 (@JamesMcclurg) May 10, 2019

Carl Davies

I have made the decision to not ‘go again’ next season, having spent 4 years @BracknellTownFC I can honestly say it’s been by far the most enjoyable of my time in football. I won’t be able to commit as much time to the game with the new addition in our lives…….
— Carl Davies (@CarlDavies10) May 10, 2019

Adam Cornell

So after 169 games and 128 goals, my time @BracknellTownFC is up. Thank you to everyone at the club for an enjoyable 3 and a half seasons. Fair to say it was pretty successful! #TimeForANewChallenge pic.twitter.com/Fx9rdzx9sK
— Adam Cornell (@adam_cornell) May 10, 2019

Liam Day

A picture paints a thousand words but thank you to everyone who has been part of my journey over the 5 years I have had @BracknellTownFC. Time has come to move but I want to thank everyone from the staff, players and fans. Everyone immense. #uptherobins. Good luck for the future. pic.twitter.com/6Y3WjeXSSy
— Lam (@liam06day) May 10, 2019

Matty Day

Just want to say thank you to everyone at @BracknellTownFC fans and players. Been an absolute pleasure to play there. All the best for the future. Matty D
— matty day (@winamp40) May 10, 2019

Ryan Parsons

I would like to thank everyone @BracknellTownFC for the past 2 seasons. Ive made some great friends and great memories. Cannot describe the respect I have for all of these players and I hope they carry on they're success wherever theyre future lies. #1lastchallenge 🙌🏻
— Ryan Parsons (@ryanparsons84) May 10, 2019

Chris Grace

My time with @BracknellTownFC has come to an end, can’t thank everyone enough for the memories iv made. An unbelievable group of lads I will never forget and special mention to @PerryTP111 one of the best blokes iv ever met 🙌🏻❤️⚽️ #goalieskeepersaway
— Chris grace (@Chris_Grace1) May 10, 2019

Sean Moore

Really enjoyed my time at @BracknellTownFC – great group of lads and thanks to everyone who made me welcome. We had such a good season so it’s a shame we won’t all be together next season. Love you all but the search for a new club begins #freekickspecialist #shambles https://t.co/zYcnQORnYM
— Sean Moore (@SeanMoore07) May 10, 2019

Joel Jacobs

https://twitter.com/j18joel/status/1126867917109379074?s=21

Images: Photos on this page by Neil Graham and Richard Claypole.

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