Ashworth for Witham

Witham Town yesterday announced the signing of defender Ellis Ashworth.

Ellis played for a while in the USA, first coming to our attention two and a half years ago when he joined Harlow Town on a dual-registration deal from Royston Town. He only made two appearances for the Hawks, but last season he became something of a North Division stalwart, playing seventeen times for Basildon United, including in a goalless draw against his new club in January.

He also apparently spent a brief time with East Thurrock United- although it must have been brief because we can't remember it- and turned out for Grays Athletic in pre-season last year. His new club also mention a spell with Heybridge Swifts, but we can't find any record of that.

Image: Stadium Photography.

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