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‘Magnificent for us’ – On-loan Town talent captains non-league side on 18th birthday

Ipswich Town youngster Josh Hammond was given the captain's armband for his loan club Soham Town Rangers on Tuesday evening.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:00 AM
‘Magnificent for us’ – On-loan Town talent captains non-league side on 18th birthday
Key Things to Know
  • Ipswich Town youngster Josh Hammond captained loan club Soham Town Rangers to a 4-2 cup victory.
  • The center-back celebrated his 18th birthday while leading the side against March Town.
  • Hammond joined the Step 5 Cambridgeshire outfit on loan in September.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ipswich Town youngster Josh Hammond captained his loan club, Soham Town Rangers, during a 4-2 victory over March Town in the Cambridgeshire Invitation Cup on Tuesday evening. The center-back led the team on his 18th birthday, marking a milestone in his senior football development.

Hammond, who has developed at Ipswich Town since the Under-9 level, joined the Step 5 side on loan in September. Following the match, Soham Town Rangers manager Lance Key praised the teenager's work ethic and performances since arriving at the club.

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