Cresswell makes Granite his first new face

Matlock Town are pleased to announce the signing of 32-year-old central defender Josh Granite from Buxton FC for an undisclosed fee subject to NPL and FA approval.

A commanding centre-back known for his leadership qualities on the pitch, Josh began his career at Stockport Sports and climbed the footballing ladder with stops at Mossley AFC, Trafford FC and Ashton United.

In the 18/19 season, Josh joined Barrow AFC, earning the club captaincy and leading the Bluebirds back to the EFL, with one game seeing him continue playing with a broken collar bone and dislocated shoulder to stop his team going down to nine men and earning vast amounts of plaudits for his heart and grit.

At the beginning of the 20/21 season, Josh joined Buxton FC and played a huge part in their promotion to the National League North, whilst also spending a short time as joint caretaker manager, and has since gone on to become club captain and a regular face in the Bucks line up.

The arrival of the central defender marks manager Ryan Cresswell first signing since taking the managerial reigns.

Welcome to the Gladiators, Josh!