Striker Fin Rooke becomes the second forward to commit to Willand Rovers Football Club for the 2026/27 season.
The popular forward returned to Silver Street in December following spells with Taunton Town and Tiverton Town and went on to play an important role as the Rovers battled for survival in the Southern League Division One South. Across 22 appearances, Rooke contributed three goals while once again demonstrating his work ethic and commitment on and off the pitch
| “He will excel and push our club forward.” – Ben Watson |
Fin’s connection with Willand stretches back to the summer of 2021, when he first joined the club from Honiton Town and featured throughout the 2021/22 season. He later re-signed ahead of the 2024/25 campaign and enjoyed an outstanding season, earning the club’s Young Player of the Season award after reaching double figures for both goals and assists.
His impressive form attracted interest from higher up the pyramid and earned him a move to Taunton Town during the summer. However, limited opportunities in a competitive forward line restricted his game time before a subsequent move to Tiverton Town. While at Ladysmead, Rooke was often utilised away from his natural striker role, limiting his opportunity to showcase the instincts and movement that make him such an effective penalty-box forward. Seeking regular football in his preferred position, Rooke returned to Willand midway through the 2025/26 campaign and quickly settled back into an environment where he has consistently thrived.
Club media caught up with Ben Watson, as we welcomed another member of the 26/27 squad back to Silver Street, and this is what he had to say: “I have coached and known Fin since he was nine years old and he is someone I really believe in. He has had a few years moving around clubs and I truly believe that, in our environment, he will excel and push our club forward.”
Back the return of Fin Rooke to Silver Street by becoming his official player sponsor for the 2026/27 season. Player sponsorship is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and supporters alike to associate themselves with Fin throughout the campaign and play a direct role in supporting the club. To sponsor Fin Rooke, or to find out more about the benefits of player sponsorship, please contact our Commercial Team at willandroversfc@outlook.com
