Barry Town Shocked by Vice-Captain's Drug Sentence

Barry Town United was shocked to learn that their vice-captain, Evan Press, was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for cocaine dealing, news they only discovered after the sentencing. Press had been a key player for the team, playing every game this season and captaining the side in 19 of his 33 matches. The club was unaware of Press's legal issues despite his guilty plea in February, and he continued to play in subsequent matches. Press, who has been part of the club for seven years, will not impact the club financially due to his pay-as-you-play contract. Along with his sentence, Press was fined a £190 victim surcharge and had his iPhone confiscated. The club expressed their disappointment and surprise, emphasizing their desire for players to be role models.