Month: July 2023

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Shelbourne FC is delighted to announce the permanent signing of Harry Fisk from Hull City, subject to international clearance. 

Fisk joins Hull City teammate Harry Wood in moving to Tolka Park today. At just 20 years of age, the highly promising young goalkeeper brings a wealth of talent and potential to the first team club, further bolstering our goalkeeping department following the departure of Scott van-der-Sluis.

Born and raised in Cottingham, Fisk’s football journey began at Hull City’s academy, where he joined at Under-14s level. He swiftly progressed through the ranks, culminating in the signing of his first professional contract with the English club in May 2021. 

Throughout his early career, Fisk gained invaluable experience through loan spells at Spalding United and Tadcaster Albion during the 2021/22 season.

The Englishman returned to Tadcaster Albion on loan last season making six appearances. Fisk has honed his skill and trained under respected goalkeeping mentors including former Wimbledon and Tottenham goalkeeper Neil Sullivan provided invaluable guidance during his time at Hull City.

Damien Duff, Shelbourne FC Head Coach said: “Having another goalkeeper in the building was a big focus after our recent departure. Harry Fisk comes with great pedigree and we are delighted he is here. He trained very well yesterday and has settled in quickly. He has great shot stopping abilities aligned with being very talented with his feet. Harry is a brilliant addition to the squad.“

Harry Fisk said: “It’s been a hectic few days but I’m delighted to be here as a Shelbourne FC player. Having spoken to the gaffer and others connected to the club I couldn’t wait to get over here. Having the opportunity to work with Damien Duff and the coaching staff was a massive pull and I’m looking forward to putting on a Shels shirt and giving my all for the fans. It’s a new challenge and one I’m looking forward to. I want to develop as a person and a player and I feel that Tolka Park is the perfect place for me to do that.“

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Shelbourne Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Harry Wood from Hull City on loan for the remainder of the 2023 season, subject to international clearance. 

A central midfielder, the 20-year-old was born in Leeds and began his football career at Manchester United’s academy.

Wood joined Hull’s academy as an Under-16, making his senior debut in their final game of the 2020/21 season against Charlton Athletic, lifting the League One title.

He made his home debut for the club in the EFL Cup against Wigan in August 2021 before then joining League Two side Scunthorpe United on loan.

Wood made 13 appearances and registered four assists, before returning to the Tigers in January 2022.

Wood was then a mainstay in the Hull Under-21s last season, with notable performances being a hat-trick against Charlton and netting in the national Professional Development League semi-final against Millwall.

As well as making his EFL Championship debut in Hull City’s  final game of the season against Luton Town.

Damien Duff, Shelbourne FC Head Coach said: “We are very happy to have Harry Wood in the building. He has a high level of technical ability and he will no doubt improve our squad. We were impressed with everything we heard and saw of Harry and were even more so after training yesterday. He is very honest and hard working and will fit nicely into our culture.”

Harry Wood said: “I’m delighted to join Shelbourne FC on loan, I can’t wait to get playing. As soon as I heard I had the chance to come here, I jumped at it. I am looking forward to it, working and learning from Damien Duff and his staff, it’s an unbelievable opportunity to learn new things and improve my game especially under the management. Damien and Joey have played at the highest level of football and to work day in and day out under them and the staff is an unbelievable opportunity, the League of Ireland is a competitive league and Shels are a great club with brilliant supporters so I’m looking forward to putting the Red shirt on and doing the best I can. I want to try to help the club get European football, which would be a massive achievement.”

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Shelbourne FC notes the decision and announcement of the FAI in relation to Alan Quinn.

Mr Quinn has been suspended from his duties since the original allegation arose and will continue to be suspended pending the outcome of an internal disciplinary process which has been commenced in accordance with Irish employment law.

There will be no further comment from the club pending the outcome thereof.