Swindon Town have announced the signing of prolific forward Jake Tabor, who has put pen to paper on his first professional contract, joining from Amersham Town, subject to EFL approval.
The 22-year-old has climbed the ranks of non-league football with determination, having featured for Amersham Town, Rayners Lane, Northwood, and Harpenden. His remarkable record of 127 goals in 91 appearances for Amersham Town in the Combined Counties League Premier Division North turned heads across the non-league scene, earning him comparisons to the likes of Jamie Vardy and Charlie Austin, both of whom also made their names in non-league before rising to prominence.
Jake, speaking ahead of his signing, could barely hide his enthusiasm: “It’s absolutely amazing to sign my first deal, something I never thought would happen, especially at 22 years old. It’s a dream come true. I’ve worked hard at Amersham, and now it’s time to prove myself in League Two. I’m ready for the challenge. Amersham was a really great opportunity to play men’s football week in, week out.”
He continued: “It’s now time to prove myself at this next level. I met all of my teammates, but they’ve all been amazing, so welcoming, and it’s been a really exciting week while I’ve been on trial. I heard from my agent initially that Swindon were interested, I was buzzing. To have Ian Holloway as the Manager, as an ex-Premier League manager, it’s special.”
“The stadium is huge, they get a massive attendance, the fanbase is incredible, and it’s something I look forward to playing in front of.”
Jake’s arrival marks Swindon Town’s sixth addition of the summer as the Robins prepare for the 2025–26 League Two campaign, with hopes high that his lethal finishing at non-league level can transfer into the professional game.
Supporters will be eager to see if Tabor can follow in the footsteps of other non-league graduates who went on to make their mark in the Football League, as Swindon Town aim to climb back up the divisions.
