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We are delighted to confirm the signings of Mckeal Abdullah, Luis Parks and Noah Simmons, subject to NPL and FA approval. The trio become the latest additions to Tris Whitman’s squad ahead of the 2026/27 Northern Premier League campaign, adding further quality, depth and competition across the pitch. Mckeal Abdullah Former Robin Mckeal Abdullah returns to the Microlise New Manor Ground after previously enjoying a loan spell with the club from Mansfield Town. The forward has also represented Basford United and caught the eye throughout pre-season, most notably finding the net against...

The Robins conclude their pre-season schedule on Saturday as they make the short trip to Grange Park to face Long Eaton United. Coming off the back of impressive victories against Shepshed Dynamo and Basford United, the fixture provides one final opportunity for the new management team to continue testing, developing and fine-tuning preparations ahead of the opening day of the Northern Premier League season, which is now just one week away. With a busy summer of recruitment and several weeks of preparation behind them, Tris Whitman and his coaching staff will use the final friendly to...

We are delighted to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Theo Avery, subject to NPL and FA approval. Avery becomes the latest addition to Tris Whitman’s squad after impressing throughout pre-season, adding further competition between the sticks ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. The young goalkeeper enjoyed an excellent youth career with Nottingham Forest and Mansfield Town before spending a season with Northampton Town. He has also gained valuable first-team experience during a spell with Corby Town. Manager Tris Whitman believes Avery has all the attributes to fit the way the Robins want...

The Robins return to the Microlise New Manor Ground on Tuesday evening as they host local rivals Basford United in their penultimate pre-season fixture. With the opening day of the Northern Premier League season now just around the corner, Tris Whitman’s side continue their preparations against familiar opposition in what promises to be another valuable test. Ilkeston come into the fixture having continued to show encouraging signs throughout pre-season, with the squad continuing to develop both fitness and the playing style being implemented by the new management team. Basford will...

We are delighted to confirm the signing of striker Anthony Dwyer, subject to NPL and FA approval. The experienced forward returns to the Microlise New Manor Ground ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, having previously represented the Robins during the 2016/17 season. Dwyer arrives from Rushall Olympic and brings a wealth of experience at this level, having also featured for Alfreton Town and AFC Telford United during his career. Manager Tris Whitman believes Dwyer’s experience and goalscoring pedigree will be a valuable addition as the Robins finalise their squad ahead of the new season....

With a little under three weeks to go until the start of the Northern Premier League season, Tris Whitman’s Robins return to the Microlise New Manor Ground on Tuesday evening to host Shepshed Dynamo. Another important pre-season test awaits the new-look Robins as they welcome familiar opposition from Butthole Lane, with the fixture carrying a unique connection between the two clubs. A huge mutual respect has existed between the Ilkeston and Shepshed fanbases since the home fixture in the 2010/11 season. In the years since, that relationship has continued to grow through charity...

The Robins are back at the Microlise New Manor Ground on Saturday as they welcome a strong Barwell FC side for their latest pre-season test ahead of the new campaign. Following Tuesday night’s 4-2 victory away at Clipstone FC, Tris Whitman’s side return home looking to build on another positive performance as they continue to develop both fitness and their style of play. Saturday’s visitors will provide a different kind of challenge. Barwell spent the last 16 seasons competing at Step 3 before their relegation from the Southern League Premier Central last season. They...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the signing of midfielder Sam Newell, subject to NPL and FA approval. Newell arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground following his departure from National League North side Alfreton Town, where he played an important role in the Reds’ strong finish to the 2025/26 campaign, helping the club put together a seven-match unbeaten run to end the season. Since joining the Robins during pre-season, Newell has quickly established himself as a standout performer, finding the back of the net in each of Ilkeston’s opening four pre-season fixtures...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the signing of forward Dylan Reason, subject to NPL and FA approval. Reason becomes the latest addition to Tris Whitman’s squad after earning a deal following an impressive trial period during pre-season. An exciting forward, Dylan has already made a positive impression on Robins supporters with his pace, strength and direct running in the final third, while his work rate on and off the ball has stood out throughout the club’s pre-season fixtures. Assistant Manager Aaron Large believes Reason has all the attributes to continue his...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the appointments of (Right) Rich Allen as Lead Analyst & First Team Coach, and Louis Minney (Left) as First Team Coach. The pair join Tris Whitman’s backroom staff ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, bringing a wealth of experience in player development, coaching and performance analysis. Rich Allen Allen arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground with an impressive background in both professional football and player development. He is the founder of RDA Coaching, one of the region’s leading private football coaching organisations,...