Keeper Hamon signs new Torquay deal
James Hamon began his professional career at Exeter City after impressing while playing for Guernsey [Rex Features]
Torquay United goalkeeper James Hamon has signed a new one-year deal with the National League South club.
The 29-year-old from Guernsey joined the Gulls last summer after leaving Truro City.
The former Exeter City player was an ever-present in the side that finished second in the league before being knocked out of the play-offs at the semi-final stage, keeping 17 clean sheets.
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"I'm obviously very pleased to get the deal done." manager Paul Wotton told the club website.
"It's his seventh season with me now, so I know him inside out and trust him.
"I thought he finished the season really, really strongly. Hopefully he carries that into the new season."
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