Miley and Scarisbrick depart club

MARINE AFC has confirmed that defender Anthony Miley and midfielder Andy Scarisbrick are to leave the club.

Anthony, 30, made his debut in August 2019 and went on to make 62 appearances, scoring six times, including the memorable goal at Colchester United as Marine went on to record their first ever away win over a Football League club.

Following discussions between Anthony and Neil Young, and ultimately what is best for Anthony, it has been decided that he will leave the club to get regular game time in pre-season, so he can be ready for the new campaign.

Anthony has been out of the game since breaking his leg at Workington 20 months ago, and after a couple of early setbacks, has worked really hard on his rehabilitation to get himself in a good place to take part in pre-season training in July.

Young said: n“Anthony has been here almost as long as me, and has probably been one of my most important signings for the club, and the club captain.

“It was devastating for everyone when he got his injury as he, alongside David Raven, were a tough duo to pass.

“He was part of our amazing cup run, and even scored a shinner at Colchester United.

“The best way I can describe Anthony is as a gentleman, a winner, loyal and never lets you down.

“Even when he has been out injured, he has been around the place. We awarded him a new contract last season, hoping that at some stage, he could have played some part. But unfortunately, another injury late on in the season put paid to that.

“Anthony understands at the moment, his game time would be limited at Marine after the time he has had out, but with a long run of games, he believes he will get back to the level he was before his injury; and I don’t doubt that.

“He goes with our best wishes and will always be welcome at the MTA.”

The club also confirmed that midfielder Scarisbrick has decided not to accept the offer of a new contract, and has left the club.

Andy joined from Bootle in November, going on to make 17 appearances with three goals.

Meanwhile, the club has announced the following friendlies in the build up to the new Pitching In NPL Premier Division season which starts on Saturday 12th August 2023:

Wed 12th July – Marine v Wigan Athletic U21s KO 7:30pm

Sat 15th July – Marine v Blackpool XI KO 3pm

Fri 21st July – Marine v Bootle KO 7:30pm

Tue 25th July – Burscough v Marine KO 7:45pm

Sat 29th July – Marine v Chester KO 3pm

Tue 1st August – Vauxhall Motors v Marine KO 7:30pm

Fri 4th August – Marine v Nantwich Town KO 7:30pm

Admission prices will be as follows for the home friendlies: Adult £6

Concession (65 plus, Junior 11-15, Youth 16-17, Student 18-21)

£4

Child (U11) Free Supporters are reminded that Memberships / Season tickets are not valid for these games.

Please note U16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Home games will be all ticket through Kaizen and will go on sale in due course.