Players 2010-11
Will Arnold
Midfield
One of the new signings for this season, young player who shows a maturity beyond his years, definitely one to watch.
Chris Baker
Forward
Joins the club this season, hoping to make the step up from lower league football. Has the ability to make his mark.
Sam Buckingham
Defence
Young Defender, won Player of Year for Reserves last season for his consistant performances, will be knocking on the door of the first team this season.
Tom Byrne
Midfield/Forward
A former Kidderminster Harriers Youth Team Player who was Top Goalscorer in 2009/10. Very quick, direct and tricky player who can unlock defences with his pace and ability on the ball.
Harry Calver
Midfield/Defence
Another new signing, young player fresh from Youth football, has the ability to progress in Quorn's young Reserve Team.
Emido Chiavetta
Defence
Emmy was an integral part of last seasons successful Reserve team and will be looking to develop this season.
Brett Darby
Midfield
Brett has rejoined the club following a season away playing for Rothwell Town, brings stability and calmness to the right hand side, former apprentice at Leicester City.
Ben Easson
Forward
Another youngster, hoping to break into the first team squad, bags of energy, still learning with great attitude.
Nick Goold
Midfield
Skillful left sided player who has deceptive pace, another player who has the ability to make the next step up.
Gary Griffiths
Midfield/Defence
Seasoned campaigner, Griff never gives less than 100% and is a great help to Quorn's Youngsters.
Chris Gray
Midfield/Defence
Chris brings a wealth of experience to the side, recent signing looking to settle down after playing for several clubs last season. Tough tackling born leader Chris has been installed as Captain, having previously skippered Stamford under Manager Dougie Keast.
Dominic Hallows
Defence
Dom followed Brett Darby in joining Quorn from Rothwell Town, strong tackling no nonsense defender hoping to stake a claim in the starting line up.
Luke Hammond
Midfield
Another new signing, been unlucky with injury disrupting his pre-season but once fit will make an impression.
Cale Johnson
Midfield
Young player who hails from Australia, has a good touch but needs time to settle into this Country and a different style of football.
George Johnstone
Midfield/Defence
Very young player who has a eagerness to learn and is improving all the time, given time George will look to establish a place in the Reserve side.
Rich Lonsdale
Midfield/Forward
New signing , strong direct player with an eye for goal, former clubs include Mansfield Town fc.
Guy Love
Midfield
Guy rejoins the club after completed his University Studies and will make an impact with his direct style of play.
Rob Lyall
Defence
New Signing - Formerly with Maidstone United, quickly formed a solid defensive partnership with Kris Matthews, tall strong tackling defender who reads the game well.
Anthony Marriott
Defence
Signed from Coalville Town. Maz is now in his third season at Quorn. Arrived as a midfield player, but is very comfortable playing at the back , where his pace is a real asset.
Dan Marshall
Midfield/Defence
Another New signing, previous clubs include Barry Town, Bangor City and Merthyr Tydfil. Tenacious wide player, at home in defence or attack.
Andesh Matharu
Defence
Rejoins the club this season after being away atUniversity, previously a consistant performer with Quorn's now defunct U/18s.
Kris Matthews
Defence
Assured and polished central defender. In his 2nd season at Quorn, previous clubs include Hucknall Town, Eastwood and Ilkeston town.
Denis Moran
Midfield/Forward
Has been with the Club since joining as a Youth Team Player, has very quick feet and needs to work hard to develop his potential.
Ricky Muggleton
Forward
Another player to rejoin the club this season, after a spell away from the game this former Leicester City trainee needs to regain full match fitness to fulfill his undoubted potential.
Mark Niemz
Midfield
Mark has rejoined the club this season and will hope to establish himself. Strong and tenacious in the tackle.
Kris Nurse
Forward
Like brother Matt, Kris makes a welcome return to Quorn, proven goalscorer, previous clubs Notts County and Loughborough Dynamo.
Matt Nurse
Goalkeeper.
Returned to Quorn in the latter half of last season after playing over 100 games for near neighbours Loughborough Dynamo. Very experienced, regarded as one of the best keepers in our League. Ex Leicester City Apprentice.
James Peryer
Midfield
Pez has skippered the successful Reserve side for the last couple of seasons and qualifies for the title veteran because he is Quorn's longest serving player but still only 25 and has a lot to offer for many more years.
Steve Purton
Midfield/Defence
Signed last season from Rugby Town - Left sided player equally at home in defence or attack, previous other clubs include Hucknall Town and Stevenage Borough.
Will Richards
Midfield/Forward
Yet another young prospect, fired the winning goal for the Reserves in the Leicestershire Senior Cup triumph.
Ash Robinson
Midfield
Signed from Desborough Town. Young attacking midfield player with lots of ability, deservedly became a first team regular last season.
Joe Shaw
Defence
Defender who has established himself as a 1st team regular. Still only 21 and looking to add further experience to improve his all round game. another product of Quorn's youth set up.
Andrew Simpson
Goalkeeper
Young goalkeeper learning his trade in the Reserves. Has featured in the first team as a central defender in the MFA, when appearing regularly for Quorn U18's.
Kyle Smith
Forward
Young player forced his way into the squad last season, following excellent performances for the Reserves, Neat footballer who will be one to watch.
Lewis Smith
Defence
Lewis,like Tom Weaver joined the club at an early age and has showed an eagerness to learn, improving all the time and looking to progress further, first class attitude and is one to watch for the future.
Kalern Thomas
Forward
Another young player invited to join the club and has the potential at such a young age to go a long way.
Liam Turner
Forward
Another youth team product. A diligent centre forward performer who can score goals and looks to bring others into play when in possession.
Tom Weaver
Midfield/Forward
One for the future, midfield playmaker, made his debut for the reserves 2 years ago at the age of 16. Can perform up front, notching 1 hat-trick last year for the Reserves and scoring other vital quality goals. Continues to make strides and will make the breakthrough sooner rather than later.
Chris White
Midfield
Experienced Midfield Player who had played at Quorn when a youngster. Previous Clubs include Lincoln, Grantham and Hednesford. Signed last season from Southwell City.
Sam Wood
Defence/Midfield
Previous clubs Burton Albion and Leek Town. A midfield player with a great engine who has also played for Hednesford Town. Overcame serious injury in 2008 before he joined Quorn and settled well with his stylish midfield play can also play as a defender.
Grant Wright
Goalkeeper
Young goalkeeper who was on the books of Nottingham Forest and also Cambridge City academy, still learning his trade but already shows great promise and goalkeeping talent that belies his tender years.
Management Team
Dougie Keast
Manager
Dougie makes a welcome return for his second spell at Quorn, having gained further experience managing at Loughborough Dynamo, Corby and Stamford Town. His distinguished playing career covered 10 years at Kettering Town, Rushden & Diamonds for 2 years, and Burton Albion for 2 years. A member of Quorn’s Senior League Premier Championship Team of 2000/01 he went on to become the club’s Player/Manager in the Midland Football Alliance League. He has a wealth of experience to pass on to both young and senior players.
Mickie Cotter
Assistant Manager
Spent a number of seasons at Quorn assisting Dougie, as well as playing up front where his ability to hold the ball up well bringing other players into play and score the occasional goal endeared him to the Quorn faithful. Previous clubs include Welling United, Dover Athletic, Gravesend, Burton Albion, Tamworth, and Worcester City.
Michael Payne
Goalkeeper/Coach
Experienced goalkeeper whose previous clubs include Rugby Town, Racing Club Warwick and Solihull Borough. A great character both on and off the field.
Simon Ward
Physio
Simon is an experienced therapist with over 15 years experience of working in professional and non-league football. Some of the clubs Simon has worked for include Wolves, Crewe Alexandra, Shrewsbury Town and Rugby Town. Simon is available for private appointments and can be contacted through his website at www.sportstherapyleicester.co.uk
Denis Moran
2nd Team Manager
Denny has a wealth of knowledge and experience and will look to develop the Club's talented youngsters.
