Players

 

 Ross Baxter: A competent goalkeeper who is an exellent shot stopper. Signed from local football Nov 99, Ross has developed into one of the best keepers in the NWCL. He has earned himself the Safest Hands of the Month Award, on several occasions and is a key part of Colne's defensive line again this season. A young keeper with a bright future.

 

Chris Brennan: A young goalkeeper who has progressed through Colne's youth system. Plays regulary in the Reserves. A loud and confident member of Colne FC.

 

Gary Rishton: Experienced defender who leads by example, signed from Clitheroe during the summer where he had spent the previous  five seasons only interrupted with a short spell at Rossendale Utd where he won his championship medal. Good in the Air and will score vital goals from set pieces. Appointed assistant Manager by Nigel in september 2004. Well respected member of the team.

 

Gavin Cooper: Gavin was released by Bolton Wanderers in 2001 and was quickly handed a contract at Colne FC. A versatile player who can play on either side of the pitch. A player with great ability and has a bright future ahead at the club. Great at set pieces, great to have in the dressing room.

 

Jason Heffernan: Signed from Rossendale Utd. Completed his apprentasip at Burnley and a member of the youth cup winning side. After Burnley, 'Biff' left and signed for Rossendale Utd. A stong left back, Vice Captain at the club.

 

Scott Gizon: Signed from local rivals Padiham. The Man Mountain in the middle of the park, is a popular figure at the club. Gizon is the Captain of Colne Football Club. Excellent in the air, and wins everything in midfield. He started his Career at Morcombe, with spells at Burnley Utd, Nelson and Padiham. Key Player

 

Craig Whitaker:  Recent signing from Nelson who adds quality to the back four. Ex Burnley United player who likes to play football.

 

Danny Potts: Signed December 2003 from Clitheroe. A quality young defender who is quick and likes to bring the midfield into the game. A great signing for the red's. And is one of the key pieces of the jigsaw in Colne's promotion push.

 

Steve Cunningham: Enjoying his second spell at the club this season. Plays wide or up front, strong running player who has a deadly free kick. Loud and dressing room comic, also Colne's part time Resident DJ "R R Rave on!".

 

Chris Ingham: Joined in the summer of 2001 from Accrington Stanley and has settled in well at the club. A player who likes to get forward and score goals. His enthusiasm for the game is second to none. A valuable member of Colne's Revolutionised young side.

 

James Webster: An excellent signing for the club, Joined in 2001 from Unibond Outfit Rossendale Utd and is the chairman of the club. And is a major figure in Colne's turn around. A player who adds vast experience to the team, despite his relatively young age. Former QPR and Burnley player is a two footed excellent passer of the ball. Can also play in the back four.

 

Carl Howarth: A big signing for the Red's army, former Everton Trainee who has also had spells with Burscough, Rossendale and nelson before joining Colne from Padiham. Great on the ball with two quick feet he can threaten the defence.Carl scored a club record of 46 goals last season a club record and the Leagues top scorer.

 

Ian Simpson: Ian Signed from Kendal Town from the Unibond league. Ian is a big, Strong powerful front man. He will cause problems for defences. Now settled he scores regulary for the club.

 

Paul Walker: Had a very impressive first season in the 2003/2004 season, joined from successful spells at Accrington Stanley and Gt Harwood. Paul came to the club as a front man, but has now settled in at right back.

 

Richard Close:  Recent signing. Strong and experienced central defender, good in the air, and commands the back line . A good acquisiton for the red's in division one.

 

Kieran Roberts: Signed from Barnoldswick United. Can play across midfield or up front. Strong running player who impressed in his  first season at the club. Will be a valuable asset to the squad this season.

 

Paul Forsyth : Ex Blackburn Rovers signed from Rossendale United at the start of the season 2004/2005.

Experienced left sided player with pace, skill and ability to deliver a deadly cross.