James Anthony Golding, central defender or full back. Joined Oxford's academy aged 16 after eight years with AFC Wimbledon. Signed his first pro contract on 23 March 2022. Joined Banbury United on a work experience loan for one month on 11 January 2022, later extended for a further month and then, after he was recalled, returned until the end of the season. Won the 2021/22 Young Player of the Season award. Returned to Banbury on a month's loan on 06 January 2023. On 11 August 2023 he joined Dartmouth on an initial one-month loan. Joined Maidenhead on loan on 26 September 2023 but was recalled on 23 November 2023. Capped for Republic of Ireland U19s on 01 June 2022. The club took up a one-year option on his contract on 14 March 2023 and on 02 May 2023 he signed a new long-term deal.