FOOTBALL: Ace Cook agrees new Witney deal (From Witney Gazette)

FOOTBALL: Ace Cook agrees new Witney deal

8:56am Thursday 20th July 2006 in Local Football By Kieren Bushnell

Witney United's Hellenic League Premier Division hopes have been boosted their former Oxford United winger Jamie Cook agreed to re-sign for the club.

Former Oxford United star Cook was an instant hit at Witney last season, scoring more than 30 goals.

Manager Spencer Keyes said: "I'm delighted Jamie has agreed to stay.

"He has made no secret of his desire to get back into professional football, but until that happens, he is 100 per cent behind our bid for promotion next season."

Meanwhile, prolific striker Lee Keyes has also rejoined, while Darren Maisey has made the switch from North Leigh.

Mark Odom has also joined Witney from Carterton, while John McMahon, last season's captain, has agreed to stay at Marriotts Stadium.

Manager Keyes added: "The squad is coming together, but we know that the hard work is still to come.

"The Hellenic League will be tough this season as more teams will be thinking they have a chance of winning it."

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