Between February 2014 - October 2017, Matt Finlay was quite literally the first name on the team sheet.
An almost ever-present for those 3.5 years, Matt made 161 appearances for AFC Rushden & Diamonds, placing him 6th on the…
The signing of Arron Parkinson midway through AFC Rushden & Diamonds' first season added invaluable experience, helping us to promotion to Step 5.
Parky played a huge role in our epic 2013/14 FA Cup run, captaining the side &…
Joe Merrill was an AFC R&D Original, starting the first game against Thrapston Town and remaining one of the first names on the team sheet for the duration of our stay in the United Counties League.
The flying right…
The signing of Richard Bunting was a game-changer in the Club's pursuit of promotion from Step 5.
Bunts joined from King's Lynn in 2013 and remained a constant in the AFC R&D midfield for over 4 years.
The Double…
"Jacko scores and turns Sixfields white, what a feeling, what a night."
A more committed player than Jack Ashton you won't find.
He put his body on the line for AFC R&D for 6 and a half years, making…
"Hey Hey Hey, Claudiooooo"
Claudiu Hoban had two spells with the Club between 2015-17.
The exciting winger cemented himself as a fan favourite with his habit of scoring spectacular goals and a catchy song!
Claudiu made 64 appearances in…
