Scarborough Athletic Sign Matlock Defender Ryan Qualter

Tuesday, 31 January 2023 12:49

By Paddy

The experienced Defender joins the Seadogs on loan until the end of the season.

The 31 year old has played for Boro before, under the stewardship of Bryan Hughes and Paul Foot, whilst on loan from Bradford Park Avenue. Qualter has since gone on to play for Shaw Lane, Boston United, Alfreton and Matlock Town, where he served as captain and was key to Matlock having the best defence in the Northern Premier League during 2021/22, conceding just 36 goals in 42 games.

Due to a change in Matlock's training location, Qualter was made available to find a new club nearer to his home and work.

Qualter reunites with former Matlock teammate Alex Wiles, who missed out on promotion last season with Matlock, after Boro defeated the Gladiators in the play-off semi-final at the Flamingo Land Stadium. Qualter also reunited with Ryan Blott, who was with Boro in Qualter's first spell with the Seadogs and Ashley Jackson from their Boston United days.

The clubs have agreed that the loan could be made permanent at the end of the season, subject to a fee.

Tonight, it's 5th V 4th as Boro take on Bracklet Town at the Flamingo Land Stadium. Kick off is 7:45pm. If you really can't make the game, hear full match commentary on This Is The Coast Extra

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