Three Worksop Town players who have shined so far

It has been an overall good start to the season for a new-look Worksop Town side that saw just two players retained from last season’s squad.
Jack Broadhead tracks his man in the league opener against Loughborough Dynamo. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.Jack Broadhead tracks his man in the league opener against Loughborough Dynamo. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.
Jack Broadhead tracks his man in the league opener against Loughborough Dynamo. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.

The Tigers sit in sixth place going into the second national lockdown, winning four and drawing two from their opening seven league fixtures.

Worksop also progressed into the third qualifying round of both the FA Cup and the FA Trophy, losing to National League side Chester FC – on penalties – and St Neots Town, respectively.

With the hiatus from all footballing activity, we have picked out three players who have stood out for Worksop thus far:

James Baxendale in action against Stamford. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.James Baxendale in action against Stamford. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.
James Baxendale in action against Stamford. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.

Sebastian Malkowski

Arguably Worksop’s most outstanding performer this season, Malkowski has been superb since his switch to Sandy Lane from Pontefract Collieries.

The former Polish international goalkeeper has produced countless match-winning saves throughout the campaign.

Malkowski has put in several man-of-the-match performances in his short time in S80, making him an instant hit with supporters, who chant “Poland’s number one” at his every involvement.

Seb Malkowski saves a penalty in the shootout against Ramsbottom United in the FA Trophy. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.Seb Malkowski saves a penalty in the shootout against Ramsbottom United in the FA Trophy. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.
Seb Malkowski saves a penalty in the shootout against Ramsbottom United in the FA Trophy. Pic by Lewis Pickersgill.

His presence behind the backline is paramount, organising the defence well to try and create a balance to Craig Parry’s attack-minded philosophy.

Jack Broadhead

Broadhead is another player who has enjoyed a bright start to life with the Tigers in his second spell at the club.

Joining alongside the mass signings from Pontefract, Broadhead has excelled in a midfield three, with his main job being the man responsible for breaking up play, as well as winning all the Tigers’ central-aerial battles.

Broadhead’s stand-out performance came against Chester in the FA Cup, controlling the midfield battle before getting on the scoresheet with a drilled effort from range.

The midfielder’s importance has recently risen to prominence after Broadhead picked up two injuries, leading to Worksop’s first league defeat against Sutton Coldfield Town before exiting the FA Trophy in his absence.

James Baxendale

Baxendale is a luxury player to have at Parry’s disposal.

The attacking midfielder has been superb this season, leading the side with his Football League experience, which is clear to see with his quick feet and ability on the ball.

Baxendale is the catalyst for the Tigers’ attacking prowess, playing the role of a box-to-box midfielder as shown by his defensive capabilities for Worksop, tracking back to break up play before making things happen going forward.

The former Walsall midfielder is a pleasure to watch and we are running out of superlatives to describe him every game.