Holyhead Hotspur transfer exit confirmed as midfielder leaves after four years at club

Holyhead Hotspur's Jack Walsh during the JD Cymru North fixture between Gresford Athletic and Holyhead Hotspur at the Hollingsworth Bros Stadium, Broughton. 1st of March, Broughton, Wales

Holyhead Hotspur midfielder Jack Walsh is set to leave the club after four years with the Bees due to work commitments.

The 24-year-old joined Holyhead from Conwy Borough and made more than 135 appearances during his time with the club.

Walsh made eight appearances in all competitions this season, with his final outing coming in the 3-1 against Penrhyncoch on October 31. He played the last few minutes of the match after coming on as a substitute in the 89th minute.

Jack Walsh leaves Holyhead Hotspur after 135 appearances

Walsh spent four years at The New Oval after arriving from Conwy Borough. He made more than 135 appearances for the club, having also featured for Bangor City and Pentraeth earlier in his career.

He missed just two league matches last season and was part of the Holyhead squad that secured promotion back to the Cymru North through the 2024-25 Ardal North play-offs.

Walsh was also called up to represent a Ynys Môn XI during his time at the club.

Jack Walsh of Holyhead and Guto Hughes of Holyhead after CPD Llanuwchllyn vs Holyhead Hotspur in the Lock Stock Ardal Northern Play-Off
Walsh helped Holyhead win promotion to the Cymru North. (Pic by Sam Eaden/FAW)

Holyhead Hotspur confirm midfielder’s departure

Holyhead announced Walsh’s departure in a club statement, confirming that work commitments were behind the decision.

The statement read: “It’s never easy saying goodbye, but unfortunately we have to announce that Jack Walsh will be leaving the club due to work commitments.

“Jack has been a fantastic part of our club, and we want to say a huge thank you for everything he has given us during his time here. His commitment, hard work and the memories made along the way will certainly not be forgotten.

“Jack, you’ll always have friends here, and our door will always be open to you. We wish you every success and happiness for the future, and hope to see you around the club whenever you can.

“Thank you for everything Jack.”

Adam Stephens of Llandudno battles for the ball with Jack Walsh of Holyhead Hotspur during the JD Cymru North between Llandudno and Holyhead Hotspur at the Go Goodwins Stadium in Llandudno on the 25th July 2025.
Walsh’s final appearance came in a defeat at the hands of Guilsfield. (Pic by Craig Thomas/FAW)

Walsh’s final appearance came against Guilsfield

The midfielder’s final appearance for Holyhead came on October 31, when the Bees were beaten 2-0 by Guilsfield.

Walsh played 73 minutes of the match, which was his eighth appearance in all competitions during the current season.

His departure brings his four-year spell at Holyhead Hotspur to an end, with the club confirming that he will remain welcome around the club in the future.