Category: First Team

New Signing – Luke Sephton

Trafford FC are delighted to announce a NEW signing – Luke Sephton!

Luke previously played for Ramsbottom United playing 46 times & scoring 16 goals in NWCFL Premier last season.

 When asked about Luke’s arrival, manager Tom Baker said:

“Really pleased that Luke has agreed to come in. He is the younger brother of Scott Sephton, so someone that we know well. Luke was a part of a successful Ramsbottom team last season, who reached the play-off semi-final, so he has great experience at the level. He plays as an attacking midfielder, and comes to Trafford with a really good goal record – he reached well into double figures last season from an attacking midfield position, which will be really important for us this season. Luke has a fine record of scoring and creating, and he’s athletically very good which is hugely important. I am really looking forward to working with him

Welcome to Trafford Luke, we’re delighted to have you here!

17Sport and 17Pro Announce Technical Partnership

17Sport and 17Pro are delighted to announce a new technical partnership with Trafford FC ahead of the upcoming season.

The agreement will see Tom Baker’s Trafford side take to the pitch in brand-new bespoke home and away kits, designed exclusively for the club by 17Pro, alongside a full range of technical training, off-field and travel wear for players and staff.

As part of the partnership, supporters will also have access to a new range of official fanwear and merchandise, bringing the Trafford FC identity closer to fans both on matchdays and in the community.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to professionalism, identity and performance, with 17Pro continuing to expand its presence across semi-pro football through high-quality bespoke teamwear and apparel solutions.

Speaking on the partnership, Caron White, Head of Key Accounts for 17Sport said:

We’re incredibly proud to welcome Trafford FC to the 17Pro family. Trafford is a club with strong ambitions, a passionate community and a clear identity, which made this partnership a fantastic fit for us. We’re excited to work closely with Tom and everyone at the club to deliver high performance bespoke kits and apparel that players, staff and supporters can be proud of.

Trafford FC manager Tom Baker added:

This is an exciting partnership for the club. The quality and professionalism shown by 17Sport and 17Pro throughout the process has been excellent, we’ve been blown away by the quality of the ranges that we’ll be using next season and we’re looking forward to seeing the players and supporters wearing our new colours this season.

The new bespoke kits and supporter ranges will be revealed ahead of the new campaign and will be available to purchase both online and through the club.

Trafford FC Retained List 2026/27

Trafford FC can confirm the following players have been retained ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Manager Tom Baker on the squad retained players

Really happy to get most of last seasons squad to commit to be a part of the rebuild and what we want to do moving forward next season. As every football club knows you’re always going lose a few players and I’m pleased to say that there’s only a couple of players that have decided to move on and they’ve done that for their own reasons and that’s always to be expected. After the loan lads left we’ve managed to get commitment from quite a few from last year’s squad, including club captain Harry Norris. 

Lots of positives moving forward with a couple more of players from last season in conversation and we will say more on those in due course.

The club is pleased to confirm that the following players remain part of the first-team squad:

Retained players

  • Harry Norris
  • Jack Higginbottom
  • Sean Higgins
  • Brad Byrne
  • Scott Sephton
  • Mackena Bradshaw
  • Kyle Worsley
  • Bile Ahmed
  • George Unsworth
  • Prosper Imar

Further squad updates will be announced in due course as preparations continue for the new campaign.

Tom also commented on the future of the squad

Constant conversations going on with new players as we are looking to recruit and bring in new signings for next season, it’s always a difficult time because players are keeping their options open and speaking to various clubs and it’s still technically quite early doors butI have had some really good and positive conversations.

I have commitment from a few players already so in we will announce those in due course. I am looking forward to announcing some new arrivals In in the coming weeks

Everyone at Trafford FC would like to thank supporters for their continued backing and looking forward to the 2026/27 season.