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Russ gains a champion in Crookes

Russ Wilcox says luring National League player Adam Crookes to Gainsborough Trinity signals a “massive signing” for the club.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
8 June 2025

PERFECT TIMING: Adam Crookes in action for York City
PICTURE: Alamy

PROUD boss Russ Wilcox says luring National League player Adam Crookes to Gainsborough Trinity signals a “massive signing” for the club.
Crookes, 27, has called time on his professional career and returned home to his native Lincolnshire following his departure from York City.
The centre-back brings a wealth of experience to the Holy Blues, having played in the Football League and the National League after moving on from Nottingham Forest, where he came through the youth ranks.
Crookes, who helped Grimsby Town secure promo...

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