Fantasy League helping fund new striker

FUNDRAISING efforts from the Wessex Fantasy League to help Weymouth sign another player have reached more than £2,000 after just one week as the Terras head into their final 10 games of the season.

The Fantasy League, run by recently-appointed Terras’ chairman Ian White, managed to raise £1,300 in one day after the organisation was made aware that Weymouth were looking to sign another player.

White explained: “They (the management) spoke to me last week and said that they felt they needed another striker possibly, they were a bit short on forwards especially with Harry Baker getting injured.”

Efforts to raise funds have also been bolstered by a £500 donation from a group of fans called ‘The Old Gits’ and separate donations from the Weymouth Supporters’ Association and individuals.

The Terras had an effort to sign Frome Town’s Jon Davies turned down by the player, which was announced by Frome via Twitter on Thursday.

Referencing Baker’s recent injury in the 3-0 win against Royston Town, Weymouth assistant-manager Paul Maitland said: “When we assessed the squad and looked over the squad it was one area we are a little bit light on and we asked the chairman if it was possible to try and raise some funds to maybe just try and strengthen in that area if we can find the right person.

“There has been a really positive response from people so far. If we can get the right player that fits what we are looking for then of course we will be interested.

“That is not a slant on any of the current players we have playing in those positions.”

The Fantasy League has raised £60,000 since it first started five years ago and has helped the club to fund deals for Toby Down, Matt Tubbs and Chris McPhee.

Most notably, it helped Weymouth sign current top scorer Brandon Goodship in the summer, who presently has 29 goals this season.

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