Career Timeline of Paul Bastock: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Paul Bastock, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Paul Anthony Bastock is an English former professional footballer and current football manager. He primarily played as a goalkeeper during his professional career. Details about his managerial career or playing statistics were not provided, but his profession and playing position are the key aspects mentioned.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1987: FA Youth Cup Win

In 1987, Paul Bastock was a member of Coventry City's FA Youth Cup winning side that beat a Southampton youth side including Alan Shearer and Matt Le Tissier.

October 1988: Loan to Bath City

In October 1988, Paul Bastock played once on loan for Bath City, during his time with Cambridge United, in a 1–1 draw against VS Rugby.

1988: Start of Professional Career

In 1988, Paul Bastock began his professional football career, representing more than twenty clubs, including Cambridge United, Boston United, Rushden & Diamonds and St Albans City.

1990: Signs with Kettering Town

In 1990, Paul Bastock signed for Kettering Town after spending time on trial with Newcastle United and Leyton Orient, and playing a single match for Cheltenham Town.

1992: Joins Boston United

In 1992, Paul Bastock was signed by Boston United, marking the start of the best 12 years of his footballing career.

1998: Boston Moved to Southern Premier League

In 1998, Boston United moved to the Southern Premier League, marking an upturn in their fortunes with Paul Bastock as part of the team.

2000: Promotion to the Conference

In 2000, Paul Bastock helped Boston United win the league and get promoted back to the Conference.

2002: Promotion to Football League Third Division

In 2002, Paul Bastock missed just one game as Boston were promoted to the Football League Third Division.

October 2004: Joins Scarborough, Leaves After One Week

In October 2004, Paul Bastock was awarded a testimonial match for his service to Boston United before joining Scarborough. He left Scarborough after only a week due to family and traveling issues.

November 2004: Signs with St Albans City

In November 2004, Paul Bastock signed with Conference South side St Albans City after a brief stint with Dagenham & Redbridge.

2006: Part-Time Coaching Role

In 2006, Paul Bastock took a position as part-time goalkeeping coach with Boston United, while still playing for St Albans.

May 2007: Joins Rushden & Diamonds

In May 2007, Paul Bastock joined Rushden & Diamonds after St Alban's relegation from the Conference.

February 2008: Rejoins St Albans City

In February 2008, Paul Bastock was released by Rushden and rejoined St Albans City the following month.

March 2011: Rejoins Boston United

In March 2011, Paul Bastock rejoined his former club, Boston United, before leaving at the end of the season.

2012: Plays for Worksop Town

Paul Bastock played for Worksop Town during the 2012-13 season.

2013: Third Stint with St Albans City

In 2013, it was announced that Paul Bastock would be rejoining St Albans City for a third time for the 2013-14 season.

October 2014: Signs with St Neots Town

In October 2014, Paul Bastock moved up a division to sign for St Neots Town where he would go on to play his 1,000th game in senior football.

2014: Joins Royston Town

In the summer of 2014, Paul Bastock joined Royston Town, linking up with ex-St Albans manager Steve Castle.

2015: Released by St Neots Town

In 2015, Paul Bastock was released by St Neots Town, along with Matt Spring.

2015: Moves to Dunstable Town

In the summer of 2015, Paul Bastock moved to league counterparts Dunstable Town.

January 2016: Joins Stamford

In January 2016, Paul Bastock moved to Stamford.

September 2017: Signs with Wisbech Town on Dual Registration

On 21 September 2017, Paul Bastock signed for Wisbech Town on dual registration terms, while already playing for Corby Town.

October 2017: Ends Stay at Corby Town

On 2 October 2017, Paul Bastock announced that his stay at Corby Town had ended.

2017: Leaves Stamford

In the summer of 2017, Paul Bastock departed from Stamford after injury sidelined him for parts of his time with the club.

2017: Announces Retirement

Paul Bastock announced his retirement from playing at the end of the 2017–18 season.

March 2018: Returns to Kettering Town

In March 2018, Paul Bastock returned to Kettering Town on dual registration.

August 2018: Comes Out of Retirement for One Final Game

On 27 August 2018, Paul Bastock was called upon at short notice to come out of retirement for one final league game for Grantham Town, due to injury.

October 2018: Signs for Pinchbeck United

On 18 October 2018, Paul Bastock signed for Pinchbeck United, and some days later made an appearance with the club on a UCL League Cup game.

November 2018: Joins King's Lynn Town as Assistant Manager

On 1 November 2018, Paul Bastock joined King's Lynn Town as assistant manager.

March 2021: Named as Substitute for Notts County Fixture

In March 2021, at the age of 50, Paul Bastock was named as a substitute for an away fixture against Notts County in the National League.

May 2021: Appears on Bench for King's Lynn Town

On 25 May 2021, Paul Bastock appeared on the bench for King's Lynn Town.

December 2021: Leaves King's Lynn Town

On 10 December 2021, Paul Bastock left King's Lynn Town.

January 2022: Becomes Kettering Town's Assistant Manager

On 23 January 2022, Paul Bastock was announced as Kettering Town's new assistant manager, alongside Ian Culverhouse.

May 2022: Leaves Kettering Town

On 15 May 2022, Paul Bastock left Kettering Town, along with Ian Culverhouse.

August 2022: Returns to Playing for Deeping Rangers

On 13 August 2022, Paul Bastock returned to playing for a United Counties League Premier Division North match for Deeping Rangers.

September 2022: Returns to Boston United

In September 2022, Paul Bastock returned to Boston United for the role of the assistant manager, once again to Ian Culverhouse.

October 2022: Unused Substitute for Boston United

On 4 October 2022, Paul Bastock was an unused substitute for Boston United in the FA Cup tie against Basford United.

October 2024: Leaves Boston United

Paul Bastock left Boston on 28 October 2024 after Ian Culverhouse was sacked.

November 2024: Appointed Assistant Manager at St Albans City

On 28 November 2024, Paul Bastock was appointed as assistant manager at National League South club St Albans City, once again alongside Ian Culverhouse.