We’re proud to confirm the return of the following players for the new season:

🔒 Aaron Ibbetson
🔒 Hayden Black
🔒 Hayden Turner
🔒 Jack Calver
🔒 Jack Symons
🔒 Jacob Kevern
🔒 James Ward
🔒 Lewis Moyle
🔒 Mark Goldsworthy
🔒 Ollie Chenoweth
🔒 Oscar Massey
🔒 Paulo Ranalli
🔒 Ryan Barrett
🔒 Tallan Mitchell
🔒 Tim Nixon

Also rejoining the group is Josh Otto, who is hopeful of making his return after the injury that has kept him out since last pre-season.

Jake Ash:
“Every summer, the main priority is to ensure we retain the core of the team. These boys best understand what this club stands for and our culture – and that’s so important. We’re really pleased they’ve all committed to the journey next season. It gives us a brilliant platform to build the squad.”

“With some trialists lined up and at least three new additions expected, there’s still more to come. But as always — they’ll need to fit what we’re about and what we want to achieve”

Mousehole AFC have secured the signing of Liam Prynn from Tavistock in a move that reunites the striker with his former PE teacher and now manager, Jake Ash.

Prynn, 28, brings a proven goal threat to Trungle Parc as Mousehole prepare for their third season at Step 4.

“I came to Penryn College in Year 7 and left in Year 11” said the forward.. “I ended up signing for Torquay United and working with Jake Ash very closely.”

Prynn was a student at Penryn during Ash’s early years as a teacher, and credits that period as a turning point in his football development.

“Jake kind of revolutionised what football was about at school. The coaching sessions were always first class, set a real precedent and a real professionalism around school football — which I think was a first. That ultimately led to our team going far in the National Cup, and eventually me signing for Torquay.”

After signing as a scholar at 16, Prynn spent two years with Torquay United and earned a one-year professional contract. He went on to play for St Austell, Launceston, and then spent eight years at Tavistock.

“I think my USP is a natural instinct for goal,” he said. “If I get chances, more often than not they’re going to end up in goals. I think I’ve got a little bit of everything. I can be a bit of a target man if I need to, and I’m quite clever, so I can also play in a good footballing side. Ultimately, I love scoring goals.”

“I want to play at the highest level possible. I think at Mousehole we’ve got the best chance. I want to win this league, go up to the league above and push on from there.”

Ash, who has kept a close eye on Prynn’s progress since school, said the striker will add both quality and experience to the squad.

“We know exactly what we will get from Liam. He’s a player who has been top scorer in this league. He has the ability to create a goal out of nothing, and that’s a special skill.”

“But the thing that’s impressed me most, having watched him over the past few years, is his game intelligence — he is such a clever player. I love that and know how much our other boys will learn from him.”

The move also made sense logistically for Prynn, who lives locally and now works alongside Ash in the PE department at Penryn College.

“Despite working with him, we’ve never properly spoken about it,” said Ash. “But knowing he is working on his house, and how much less travelling it would be for him to come to us, it felt like the right time for us, and I’m so pleased he felt it was for him too.”

Prynn had a final message for the Mousehole supporters:

“It’ll be nice to meet you all down at Trungle, and also to start making some memories. We’re going to go on some good away days, score some goals and have a lot of fun along the way.”

Mousehole AFC is proud to partner with Prostate Cancer UK for National Non-League Day, raising awareness about prostate cancer and the importance of early detection. 

To mark the occasion, the team will warm up in special shirts featuring the Prostate Cancer UK logo. Also, a unique Subbuteo set of Mousehole AFC players in themed kits has been created by club secretary Dan Tatarsky.  

Fans attending the match can access free prostate cancer advice at the ground, with discounted entry available for those who purchase a special badge and complete an online risk survey. 

“We’re proud to be involved in such an important initiative,” said Dan. “This campaign saves lives, and we hope to encourage more men to take control of their health.” 

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the UK. Here are four key points to understand:​  

• Prevalence: Over 50,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer annually in the UK, and more than 12,000 men die from it each year. 

• Age: Primarily affects men aged 50 and over.​ 

• Ethnicity: Black men face a higher risk, with about 1 in 4 diagnosed in their lifetime.​ 

• Family History: A family history of prostate cancer increases risk.   

• Symptoms: Early-stage prostate cancer often presents no symptoms. As it progresses, symptoms may include urinary issues, blood in urine or semen, and erectile dysfunction. ​  

• Detection: Regular screenings, such as PSA blood tests and digital rectal examinations, are crucial for early detection, especially for those at higher risk. ​ 

Understanding these factors is vital for early diagnosis and effective treatment.​ 

Mousehole AFC are delighted to announce that Trungle Parc is being renamed Interiora Parc. The renaming is part of a new partnership deal we’ve entered into with local bathroom showroom Interiora.

A Newlyn-based business, run by Megan Dack, Interiora design and install beautiful bathrooms. They have been associated with The Seagulls for a few years already and this is a natural progression in strengthening that bond.

For the traditionalists you’ll still need to “Get ready to Trunnnnngggggllle” but now we want to hear you “InteriROARa!”

To learn more about the inspiring work that Megan and her team produce please visit interiora.co.uk

Megan Dack told us why she has entered into this exciting new collaboration.

“As I sit down to reflect on the journey of our company, Interiora, I can hardly believe we are celebrating our tenth anniversary. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of providing beautiful bathrooms and exquisite tiles to countless homes, helping our clients create spaces that bring them joy. However, as we reach this milestone, I feel a strong desire to give back to the community that has supported us throughout our journey.

This year, we’re excited to announce that Interiora has decided to sponsor the Mousehole AFC ground. The decision wasn’t difficult; it stems from a personal connection to the club. My son has recently developed a huge interest in football, and we’ve witnessed a remarkable transformation in his confidence since he joined the Mousehole Merlin U9’s youth team. The joy he feels on the pitch and the friendships he has formed are invaluable, and I can’t help but think about how important it is to support the club that has made such a positive impact on his life.

Sponsoring Mousehole AFC is not just about promoting our business; it’s about nurturing the community and encouraging young athletes to pursue their dreams. Who knows? One day, my son might don the colours of the men’s team. It’s a thought that fills me with pride and excitement. By supporting the club, we’re investing in the future of these young footballers, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement they need to succeed.

At Interiora, we believe in the power of community and the importance of fostering local talent. We’re thrilled to partner with Mousehole AFC, and I can’t wait to see how our support will help the club grow and thrive. Here’s to many more years of creating beautiful spaces and supporting the passions that bring us together!”

As our match with Helston was called off due to a waterlogged pitch, we thought we’d give you a chance to look at the matchday programme, which was due to be on sale at Trungle on New Year’s Day. It’s a joint issue with the previous Saturday’s match against Cribbs and takes a look back at the 2024. Printed copies of our match day program are available for purchase at every home match for £2. Take a look and let us know what you think!

It was a night to rub shoulders with the leading lights of football content when members of Mousehole AFC’s media team attended the Football Content Awards at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on November 21st. The event recognizes contributions to football media across various categories including YouTube, social media and podcasting. Content Producer Kevin Bishop, Social Media producer Jasmyn Richardson and Match Reporter Ed Varcoe travelled to London for the event, in which Mousehole was shortlisted for the Best Club – Non-League category. It’s the second year running that Mousehiole has made the final – last year the ceremony was held at Anfield.

While we didn’t come away with a win, being shortlisted was an encouraging milestone and an opportunity to represent Mousehole AFC on a larger stage. The evening provided a chance to meet other content creators, network with professionals, and see the work being done across the industry. You can read all the award winners here.

During the reception held in the hospitality area at Spurs, Ed Varcoe chatted and swapped contacts with members of the Football Park podcast team. 

Jasmyn Richardson who is currently completing her internship at the club said: “Attending the awards at the Spurs stadium was an incredible experience, especially since it coincided with my 18th birthday, making the night extra special.

The whole experience left me feeling deeply grateful to everyone who encouraged and helped me pursue this internship and live in England. It has truly been a life-changing opportunity.

The day after the awards, I had an amazing time sightseeing in London, making the trip even more memorable.”

The ceremony, hosted by Joel Beya, featured over 100 winners in 34 categories, including prominent names such as The Athletic, Sky Sports, and Fabrizio Romano. The competition was strong, and it was inspiring to see the standard of content being produced in football media.

In addition to the awards ceremony, the team got a look inside the stadium where the SGL grow lighting system was being used on the pitch. 

Mousehole content producer Kevin Bishop feels this was an invaluable experience for the young media team at the club. “Just being in that room, in such a prestigious location, with more than 500 of the country’s top football content creators, shows how much potential there is in the industry. The people there that evening are just the tip of an iceberg of many thousands of people creating high-level content across all platforms in football. It’s a great area to get into and a fantastic career option for anybody interested in football and media.”

Mousehole players Ollie Chenoweth, Ryan Barrett and Jordan Hackett recently took park in a cross-sports challenge with Will Gibson and Tom Georgiou from the Cornish Pirates. Although we’re brushing over the result…it was a great evening and brilliantly captured by Falmouth University Press and Editorial Photography student Benj Gilbert. All proceeds from the campaign go to Man Down, looking after men’s mental health in Cornwall.

You can find out more and donate here.

Mousehole AFC’s first-team players and coaches are teaming up with the Cornish Pirates this November to raise funds for mental health charity, Man Down.

The campaign kicks off with a cross-sport penalty shootout challenge: Mousehole’s footballers will take aim at the rugby posts, while Pirates players try to score past Mousehole’s goalie. Plus, players and staff from both teams are growing out their ‘staches to show their support and raise funds.

The grand finale features special events at both clubs’ final games of the month. On Friday, November 29th, catch a pop-up barber at Mennaye Field during the Pirates’ game against Chinnor. He’ll be back the next day at Trungle for Mousehole’s showdown with Didcot, hopefully with a few Pirates in tow!

Mousehole AFC Assistant Coach Charlie Davis is organising the campaign in conjunction with Ross Hancock of the Pirates. Charlie said: “I think it’s probably safe to say that in the past football clubs in general, and definitely Mousehole, have not participated in such an event. So it’s something new for everyone. We’re really thankful that the guys from the PIrtes and Man Down reached out to us. We’ve had experience here of mental health issues affecting members of the club. And I’m sure everybody can relate to brushes with mental health problems, in particular, with with with men in mind. So yes – we’re really thankful. It’s raised awareness, which is awesome”.

Join the cause by signing up here: https://movember.com/t/cornish-pirates-x-mousehole-afc?mc=1 or scan the QR Code below

Charlie reminded everyone that every contribution really can help make a difference – and to look after your own mental health in the process. “I would just ask everyone if they can get involved, if you can donate a small amount, share things on social media, and most importantly – talk about anything that you that you need to talk about”

Finally – spare a thought for assistant kitman Joe Irwin whose phone didn’t recognize him after he shaved off his beard!