BIO

Centre midfielder Atkinson has amassed a wealth of experience with Farnborough, Walton Casuals, Bracknell Town and Basingstoke Town, in the Southern League, before signing at the Bev in summer 2024. Atkinson won the Isthmian League South Central title in successive seasons with Bracknell Town and Basingstoke Town. Whilst with Basingstoke, 'Acko' won the Hampshire Cup twice, winning finals at both Fratton Park and St Mary's. He returns to the Bev during the 25/26 season after a brief spell at Salisbury. Born in Woking, Mike lived in France for six years during childhood, and remains fluent in French. He returns to the Bev during the 25/26 season after a brief spell at Salisbury.