DEFENDER Jimmy Oates has signed a contract at Hereford FC that will extend his stay with the club until the end of the 2017/18 season.

Tha Australian has been one of the most consistent performers at the Bulls and says he feels very privileged to put pen to paper.

"It has been an exceptional season so far and the whole squad has worked extremely hard to be in the position we are in at the moment, so to know that I will be a part of it again next season is a great feeling," Oates told the official Hereford FC website.

"I’ve absolutely loved my time with the mighty Bulls and can’t wait to finish off what we’ve started this season and keep the ball rolling in 2017/2018.

“A massive thank you to Ken and the members of the board and especially Beads and Jenks for all of their support and commitment.”