Double signing for The Nash

Curzon Ashton have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2025/26 season with the arrival of Joel Amado and Joe Rodwell-Grant. 

Amado joins The Nash from Tameside rivals Hyde United, where he made 95 appearances across five seasons. 

Capable of operating at both centre-back and left-back, the talented defender will bring some welcome versatility to Craig Mahon’s back four. 

The 26-year-old is also a threat from set pieces, having registered four league goals for The Tigers last campaign. 

Amado is no stranger to Curzon, having featured for the club’s Under 18’s side in the past, playing under current first team assistant manager Mark Bradshaw. 

Following the signing, Bradshaw told the club’s media team: 

“Our junior/U18 pathway gives players the opportunity to develop and ultimately go and play men’s football, however, we monitor all our previous players with the intention of bringing them ba ck to the club to play for the men’s team, should the timing be right. 

“We are pleased that Joel has returned to the club, with the option of continuing at Hyde United, Joel showed the ambition of continuing his football journey at a higher level and we are delighted to give him that opportunity.” 

Rodwell-Grant joins The Nash after his departure from Warrington Town, following their relegation from the National League North last campaign. 

The 22-year-old forward made 39 appearances for the yellows last season, scoring twice and registering two assists. 

Following his signing, Curzon boss Craig Mahon told the club’s media team: 

“Joe is someone who we’ve kept a close eye on over the past year.  

“I think he will be a great addition to the squad and hopefully he can bring something different to us.” 

The pair will hope to be in action in Curzon’s first pre-season match against Liversedge on July 5.