Gareth Blackwell

As third choice striker behind the free-scoring Ieuan Morris and Matthew James, Blackie hasn’t had as many minutes on the pitch as he would have liked and maybe his commitment deserves. However, he picked up Clubman of the year award for 2011/12 and reviles in the knowledge he scored the Vaders first competitive goal.

A few pounds lost and some mobility added would be a good idea and he could be pushing for a solid 20mins a game and a few more goals. We will hopefully not see another penalty from him though after 2 weak efforts in cup shootouts.

Good skill on the ball and a knack for pulling the unexpected (sometimes untried), he can sometimes provide the final touch needed when the Vaders are chasing the game in the last 15. Blackie will hope for more game time than last season, but has his work cut-out with the impressive strikers currently in front of him and the addition of Robbie Walters to the squad.

Quick-fire Questions

Favourite position?
Striker

Favourite Vaders moment?
Opening 20 minutes against Railway Rhinos where we went 3-0 up and I was involved in all 3 goals. Went off injured, we won 3-1.

Worst Vaders moment?
Losing the Cup Final to the Red Cow