Jonathan Waldron

United Kingdom

Sports Writer and Sports Sub-editor at The Daily Gazette (Colchester, UK)

Sports journalist, 24 years. Follow Colchester United home and away for the Daily Gazette. Lover of the Beautiful Game. https://t.co/TeXXcs8Fdd

Articles

League Two line-up for 2025-26 season confirmed as Latics secure promotion

6 days ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

It looked as though the Shrimpers would be returning to League Two after they went 2-1 up in extra-time but two quickfire goals secured the Latics promotion back to the EFL, after a three-year absence. ABSOLUTELY ASTONISHING. #oafc pic.twitter.com/4qu9XDXlxD — Oldham Athletic (@OfficialOAFC) June 1, 2025 It was a dramatic match with plenty of twists and turns throughout.
FORMER U'S: Ben Coker joins National League South side after leaving champions

6 days ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

The 35-year-old left-back has linked up with the Fleet, after joining them from newly-crowned National League outfit Barnet. Coker told FleetTV: “Last year was a great year for me and I played a lot of football. Our new man in our new kit😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/36bPsuOqkL — Ebbsfleet United FC (@EUFCofficial) May 31, 2025 “The move here was really straightforward, and I can’t wait to get going again.
Colchester United squad situation assessed as summer transfer window opens

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

There were wholesale changes to the U’s squad prior to the 2024-25 season, as Danny Cowley shaped a side capable of challenging at the right end of League Two. The U’s head coach has clearly stated that he would like to keep his existing squad together for the next campaign and fresh deals have been offered to the six players who will see their existing contracts expire next month.
Former Colchester United defender named in National League Team of the Season

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

The 27-year-old defender has just enjoyed another excellent campaign for Barnet, helping them clinch the title and promotion back to the EFL. Collinge’s performances across the season for the Bees have been recognised in the Team of the Season, where the stand-out starts of the season are acknowledged. 🥁 Introducing the Vanarama National League Team of the Season... Have the clubs missed anyone?
Karl Duguid: 'It’s probably one of the proudest moments of my career'

1 week ago | braintreeandwithamtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

Iron assistant boss Duguid worked alongside manager Steve Pitt and fellow coach Phil Coleman to help the club secure another campaign in the fifth tier, following their promotion from National League South last season. Duguid achieved a great deal as a player, winning promotion twice at Colchester United and tasting success at Wembley in a career spanning nearly 600 appearances.
Karl Duguid: 'It’s probably one of the proudest moments of my career'

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

Iron assistant boss Duguid worked alongside manager Steve Pitt and fellow coach Phil Coleman to help the club secure another campaign in the fifth tier, following their promotion from National League South last season. Duguid achieved a great deal as a player, winning promotion twice at Colchester United and tasting success at Wembley in a career spanning nearly 600 appearances.
Danny Cowley aims to use experience to help Colchester United 'navigate' change

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

The U’s are close to a change in ownership, with chairman Robbie Cowling in advanced talks to sell the club to American consortium, Lightwell Sports Group. Discussions between Mr Cowling and the consortium, led by businessman Tim Foley, have taken place for some time with a deal now believed to be close.
Kyrell Lisbie seals move to League One side on a three-year contract

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

The 21-year-old has joined Posh for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract with the option of an additional year, after leaving the National League side. Lisbie scored 13 goals for Braintree last season and was named the Sportsbeat Young Player of the Year at the National Game Awards (in association with Isuzu).
FORMER U'S: Ex-Colchester favourite released by League One-bound AFC Wimbledon

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

O'Toole, who played 76 times for the U's during a four-year spell at the JobServe Community Stadium between 2009 and 2013, joined the Dons on a one-year deal last summer following his release by League One side Mansfield Town. The 36-year-old had previously spent time on loan at the Dons in the 2023-24 season, making 14 appearances. The Club has announced its retained list following the successful conclusion of the 2024/25 Sky Bet League Two season.
Early predictions are made on how Colchester United will fare next season

1 week ago | gazette-news.co.uk | Jonathan Waldron

And the final structure of the division is still to be decided, with Southend United set to do battle with Oldham Athletic for the final fourth-tier spot this weekend in the National League play-off final at Wembley. However, that has not stopped bookmakers Betfair from predicting who they think will go up, next season.