Category: Team news

We are pleased to announce another exciting young talent, Zac Williams, will be joining Rovers for the 26/27 season. Zack joins us from Sidmouth Town of the Western League.

Striker Zac was the Golden Boot winner at Sidmouth scoring 11 goals last year, in what was his debut season at Step 5.

|    “Zac is ambitious and humble” Ben Watson     |

Club media caught up with Zac, as he expressed his thoughts about making the move to the Street this season, and this is what he had to say:

“Really keen to get started with Willand, after having a very enjoyable pre seaosn with a great vibe amongst the lads, management and club as a whole. Very much looking forward to the season ahead and ready to play my part 💪🏾.”

We also spoke to Ben Watson following Zac’s move to Rovers for the upcoming season,

“Zac joins after a very successful season at step 5 last Season.

Zac is ambitious and humble and we want to give him the platform to showcase his talent.

He has already put in some stellar performances throughout pre season and we are delighted Zac has chosen to join the mighty Rovers.”

Interested in sponsoring Zac? You can now sponsor Zac Williams for the 2026/27 season. Player sponsorship is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and supporters alike to associate themselves with Zac throughout the campaign and play a direct role in supporting the club.

To sponsor Zac, or to find out more about the benefits of player sponsorship, please contact our Commercial Team at willandroversfc@outlook.com

A huge welcome Zac! 👏

Willand Rovers are delighted to announce that Jude Horn has joined the all whites for the 2026/27 Southern Football League Division One South Campaign!

Young full back Jude Horn recently released by Exeter City where he was part of their academy. Has shown his prowess in preseason and taken his opportunity with some impressive displays

|    “We can’t wait to see him flourish this season – Ben Watson    |

Club media caught up with Jude, as he expressed his thoughts ahead of his first season in men’s football, and this is what he had to say:

“I’m really excited to sign for Willand after a positive pre-season. The lads and staff have made me feel welcome from day one, and there’s a great atmosphere around the club.

There is clear ambition for the season ahead, and I’m looking forward to contributing however I can. Can’t wait to get the season started!”

We also spoke to Ben Watson following Jude’s move to Rovers for the upcoming season,

“Jude has huge potential and showcased his ability throughout pre season. Another young player that has talent and the attitude to match.

Looking forward to supporting Jude and can’t wait to see him flourish this season.”

Interested in sponsoring Jude? You can now sponsor Jude Horn for the 2026/27 season. Player sponsorship is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and supporters alike to associate themselves with Jude throughout the campaign and play a direct role in supporting the club.

To sponsor Horner, or to find out more about the benefits of player sponsorship, please contact our Commercial Team at willandroversfc@outlook.com

A huge welcome Jude! 👏

Willand Rovers are delighted to announce that Aidan Bown joins Ben Watson’s white army for the 2026/27 Southern Football League Division One South Campaign!

Aidan was released by Exeter City at the end of last season after being part of the ECFC Academy since the age of eight. He has most recently been playing in the for the U18’s and is relishing the challenge of playing senior football with Rovers in the season ahead.

|    “We want to be a club who supports YOUTH” Ben Watson    |

Club media caught up with Aidan, as he expressed his thoughts about making the move to the Street this season, and this is what he had to say:

“I’m excited to begin this new chapter and can’t wait to get started with the club. A new challenge for me in men’s football I’m and looking forward to showing everyone what I can bring.”

We also spoke to Ben Watson following Aidan’s move to Rovers for the upcoming season,

“We want to be a club that supports youth and talent and Aidan falls into that category.

Aidan has shown his quality throughout Pre Season and we want him to learn, grow and perform for the mighty Rovers.”

Interested in sponsoring Aidan? You can now sponsor Aidan Bown for the 2026/27 season. Player sponsorship is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and supporters alike to associate themselves with Aidan throughout the campaign and play a direct role in supporting the club.

To sponsor Bowner, or to find out more about the benefits of player sponsorship, please contact our Commercial Team at willandroversfc@outlook.com

A huge welcome Aidan! 👏

Willand Rovers are delighted to announce that Zeph Collins has made the switch to Silver Street for the 2026/27 Southern Football League Division One South Campaign!

Young defender Zeph Collins signs on after a solid preseason

Zepn was part of the ECFC academy before being released. He has since been playing step 5 football at Wellington and Street where he played 30 games at the latter

|    “Zeph has an abundance of ability and I want to give him the platform” Ben Watson    |

Club media caught up with Zeph, as he expressed his thoughts about making the move south to EX15 this season, and this is what he had to say:

“I am Delighted to have signed for Willand. I’m grateful for the opportunity and can’t wait to get started. Looking forward to giving everything for the badge.

Buzzing to get going and can’t wait to see all the rovers fans again! 💚🤍

We also spoke to Ben Watson following Zeph’s move to Rovers for the upcoming season,

“Extremely happy to sign Zeph.

Having worked with Zeph previously he knows the demands and expectations required.

Zeph has an abundance of ability and I want to give him the platform and environment to showcase his talent and support the team”

Interested in sponsoring Zeph? You can now sponsor Zeph Collins for the 2026/27 season. Player sponsorship is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and supporters alike to associate themselves with Zeph throughout the campaign and play a direct role in supporting the club.

To sponsor Collo, or to find out more about the benefits of player sponsorship, please contact our Commercial Team at willandroversfc@outlook.com

A huge welcome Zeph! 👏