Non-League Paper

Brad tempted by taste of Park life

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
21 June 2026

MIDFIELDER Brad Abbott has set his sights on promotion after joining NPL East outfit Bradford Park Avenue.
Abbott joins following his release from Cleethorpes Town, where he won promotion from the same division in 2024-25. He previously played almost a century of games under Avenue boss Craig Elliott at Boston.
“The gaffer has outlined what he wants to achieve and it’s a club that should be above this level,” said the 31-year-old. “Hopefully I can get another promotion under my belt.”
Elliott added: “Brad has recently captained Cleethorpes ...

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