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Six foot Five Centre Half Joins the Robins

We are delighted to confirm the signing of midfielder Lewis Belgrave from Hucknall Town, subject to NPL and FA approval. Belgrave becomes the latest addition to Tris Whitman's squad ahead of the 2026/27 season, arriving after an exceptional year with Hucknall. The midfielder enjoyed a standout campaign, collecting the Players' Player of the Year, Manager's Player of the Year and Top Goalscorer awards, underlining both his influence and consistency throughout the season. Prior to his spell at Hucknall, Belgrave gained valuable experience higher up the non-league pyramid. During his time...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm that Fedel Ross-Lang will remain at the Microlise New Manor Ground for the 2026/27 season. The versatile left-sided player continues his stay with the Robins after featuring for the club last campaign and will be part of Tris Whitman's plans ahead of the new season. Ross-Lang arrived at senior level following an impressive youth career with both Manchester City and Southampton. During his time with the Saints, he earned international recognition with England Under-17s before beginning his senior journey following the expiry of his professional...

Tris Whitman, Aaron Large and Andrew Nally Outline Plans for the Future.

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the signing of striker Harry Wakefield from Rushall Olympic, subject to NPL and FA approval. The physical centre-forward returns to the Microlise New Manor Ground having first joined the Robins as a youngster during the summer of 2019. Since then, Wakefield has developed into a proven goalscorer, finding the net wherever he has played. Last season, he scored 15 goals across spells with Boldmere St Michaels and Rushall Olympic. Robins supporters may also remember Wakefield scoring at the Microlise New Manor Ground for Rushall during the 2025/26...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the signing of full-back Lynden Joyce from Basford United, subject to NPL and FA approval. The young defender arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground after progressing through the academy system at Basford before establishing himself within the first-team setup. Joyce enjoyed a successful 2025/26 campaign with the Ambers, helping the club lift the Nottinghamshire Senior Cup and narrowly missing out on promotion to Step 3 via the play-offs. A talented and energetic full-back, Joyce becomes the latest addition to Tristram Whitman’s squad ahead of the...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to confirm the signing of goalkeeper Sam Wilson from Eastwood ahead of the 2026/27 season, subject to NPL and FA approval. The highly-rated shot-stopper arrives at the Microlise New Manor Ground following an impressive spell with the Red Badgers, where he recorded 35 clean sheets in 136 appearances, club records in both categories. Wilson has established himself as one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the region in recent seasons and adds further quality and experience to Tristram Whitman’s squad ahead of the new campaign. Speaking on his latest addition,...

Ilkeston Town Football Club are proud to announce a new digital partnership with LEAM Digital. As part of this exciting new partnership, LEAM Digital (www.leamdigitalmedia.com) will become the club’s official Digital Partner, overseeing and supporting all football club media operations as Ilkeston Town FC continue to strengthen and modernise the club’s overall digital presence. The partnership will see the welcomed return of Danny Draper and Jake Roberts to the Microlise New Manor Ground, having recently worked together as part of the media team at Basford United. Danny will take on the...

Ilkeston Town will face Glossop North End AFC in the final at Pride Park Stadium. Tuesday 21st April 7:45pm Kick-Off Turnstiles open 6:30pm (East Stand) Tickets will be released on Thursday 12th March via the Derby County website. There will be no option to pay for a ticket at the stadium. Adults: £12 Concessions (Under 16 & Over 65): £7 Under 15s must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to purchase your ticket for the final. Supporters are advised to park at Derby Arena Coach travel details will be communicated by the club Please note the stadium is fully cashless Concourse...

Ilkeston Town are delighted to announce that Taylor Anderson has signed on loan from EFL League One side Mansfield Town until the end of the season. Anderson previously joined the Robins on loan in 2023, where he featured in nine matches in two months at the Microlise New Manor Ground.  The 21-year-old defender, who can play at right back or centre half, arrives after recent loan spells with Enterprise National League North sides Alfreton Town and Kings Lynn. Anderson signed his first professional contract with Mansfield Town in November 2021 and made his debut with the Stags against...