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Rhys Howell @howell_rm

Football writer @YPSport, sports editor @HarrogateSport. Dad to four. Ex-Klosters FC. All views my own.

Joined January 2012
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New @HarrogateTown recruit Ciaran McGuckin insists that he is now a “fitter” and “hungrier” version of the player who struggled to break into #rufc’s first team. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town new boy McGuckin 'fitter' and 'hungrier' following Rotherham exit

Harrogate Town new boy Ciaran McGuckin insists that he is now a “fitter” and “hungrier” version of the player who struggled to break into Rotherham United’s first team.

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“A really creative player with lots of exciting attributes to his game.” @HarrogateTown pay @GatesheadFC undisclosed fee for attacking midfielder following productive loan spells with @Official_Darlo. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town pay undisclosed fee for Gateshead midfielder Will McGowan

Harrogate Town have completed their second signing of the summer, bolstering their midfield with the addition of Will McGowan.

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“Goals and excitement” the priority for @HarrogateTown during summer recruitment drive. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town prioritising 'goals and excitement' during summer recruitment drive

Harrogate Town manager Simon Weaver says he has prioritised “goals and excitement” during the initial stages of his summer recruitment drive.

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Why @HarrogateTown will reap “significant” benefits of their partnership with @MarcyFitness following stadium renaming. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town to reap 'significant' benefits of Marcy partnership following stadium renaming

Harrogate Town believe that their partnership with Marcy Fitness will benefit them far beyond the renaming of their Wetherby Road home.

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“Rolls Royce” defender Zico Asare snapped up by @wokingfc following @HarrogateTown exit. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

'Rolls Royce' Asare snapped up by National League rivals Woking following Harrogate Town exit

Zico Asare is set to come face-to-face with his old Harrogate Town team-mates next season after being snapped up by National League rivals Woking.

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Former #Spireites midfielder Bailey Hobson confident that he can tick all the boxes for @HarrogateTown - and that includes weighing in with goals from the centre of the park. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Bailey Hobson confident he can tick all the boxes for Harrogate Town - and score goals from midfield

Harrogate Town’s newest recruit is confident that he can tick all of the boxes as a National League midfielder – including the one labelled ‘goal-scorer’.

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A first new signing since relegation from the @EFL for @HarrogateTown as #Spireites midfielder arrives. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Hobson arrives as Harrogate Town make first signing since relegation from Football League

Harrogate Town have completed their first piece of transfer business since they were relegated from the Football League (EFL) earlier this month.

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At least eight players will leave @HarrogateTown this summer upon the expiry of their contracts, while one key man is still in negotiations over a new deal. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town retained list: At least eight players to depart upon expiry of their contracts

At least eight players will leave Harrogate Town this summer upon the expiry of their contracts.

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Why @HarrogateTown have withdrawn the planning application for their proposed £2.75m training facility. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town explain decision to withdraw £2.75m training ground planning application

Harrogate Town have withdrawn their planning application for a proposed £2.75 million training ground in Wetherby due to a flood risk – but still intend to proceed with its construction.

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Recently-relegated @HarrogateTown continue to seek new investment in bid to 'future proof' club and help secure return to @EFL. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town continue to seek new investment in bid to 'future proof' club and help secure return...

Harrogate Town continue to seek new investment in a bid to “future proof” the club and help get it back into the Football League.

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A big overhaul of @HarrogateTown’s squad could be on the cards following their relegation to the National League. Here’s a look at how things stand in terms of those who remain under contract, and those whose deals expire this summer. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town begin reshaping playing squad ahead of their return to the National League

The task of reshaping Harrogate Town’s squad ahead of their return to the National League has already begun.

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“It’s important that we show character straight away.” Simon Weaver says that the nature of @HarrogateTown’s reaction to the loss of their @EFL status will go a long way to determining how quickly they bounce back. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town must show character in adversity following relegation from the Football League

Simon Weaver believes that the nature of Harrogate Town’s reaction to their relegation from the Football League will determine just how quickly the club can recover from such a seismic blow.

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Failings in the final third cost @HarrogateTown in Saturday’s “must-win” clash with @BarnetFC - and ultimately, over the course of the season, their @EFL status. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town's failings in final third cost them victory in 'must-win' game and EFL status

To say that Harrogate Town’s final-day defeat to Barnet perfectly encapsulated the season that saw them relegated from the Football League would be inaccurate.

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“The first 30 games gave us a mountain to climb.” Simon Weaver attributes @HarrogateTown’s relegation from the @EFL to the club’s woeful form during the first two thirds of 2025/26. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Simon Weaver attributes Harrogate Town's relegation to woeful points return during first 30 games

Simon Weaver attributed Harrogate Town’s relegation from the Football League to their dreadful form during the first two thirds of the 2025/26 season.

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A final-day defeat to @BarnetFC condemned @HarrogateTown to relegation from #LeagueTwo, bringing to an end their six-year stay in the @EFL. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town relegated from League Two following final-day defeat to Barnet

Harrogate Town were relegated from the Football League following their 2-1 home defeat to Barnet on the final day of the 2025/26 season.

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“The lads are showing character at exactly the right time.” Simon Weaver believes @HarrogateTown can do the business and save themselves on the last weekend of 2025/26. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town v Barnet: Weaver backs Sulphurites to ‘deliver' in another ‘must-win’ game

Simon Weaver has backed his Harrogate Town players to deliver under pressure “one last time” in Saturday’s “must-win” showdown with Barnet.

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“Confidence” will be the key for both @HarrogateTown collectively and Shawn McCoulsky as an individual during this weekend’s final-day-of-the-season decider against @BarnetFC. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

'Confidence' key for Shawn McCoulsky and Harrogate Town heading into final-day decider

“Confidence” will be the key for both Harrogate Town collectively and Shawn McCoulsky as an individual when they take on Barnet this weekend.

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Simon Weaver has promised that he and his @HarrogateTown players will “give every drop of effort” in the build-up to this Saturday’s season-defining showdown with @BarnetFC. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Harrogate Town will 'give every drop of effort' in preparation for season-defining clash with Barnet

Simon Weaver has promised that he and his Harrogate Town players will “give every drop of effort” in the build-up to this Saturday’s season-defining showdown with Barnet (3pm).

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What needs to happen on the final day of 2025/26 in order for @HarrogateTown to beat the drop. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

What needs to happen on the final day of 2025/26 for Harrogate Town to survive

Harrogate Town’s season comes down to one game – this Saturday’s crunch clash with Barnet.

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Out of the relegation zone, then dragged back into it by a goal scored in the 18th minute of stoppage time. But, philosophical Simon Weaver says that @HarrogateTown have to accept that there will be “twists and turns” during a relegation dog fight. harrogateadvertiser.co.uk/sp…

Philosophical Weaver unfazed by 'late twist' as he backs Harrogate Town to win survival fight

Simon Weaver remained philosophical following the late drama which saw his Harrogate Town side slip back into the League Two relegation zone, insisting that he “believes” in his players’ ability to...

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