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13 Facts About Chris Whelpdale

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Christopher Mark Whelpdale was born on 27 January 1987 and is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Isthmian League South East Division club Burgess Hill Town.

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Chris Whelpdale later moved to Arsenal and Ipswich Town before being released.

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Chris Whelpdale began his senior career at Maldon Town, after not being offered a scholarship by Ipswich, before moving shortly to Billericay Town.

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In 2007 Chris Whelpdale signed for League Two side Peterborough United, rejecting League One side Southend United, who had just been relegated from the Football League Championship.

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Chris Whelpdale joined Gillingham on a permanent basis in July 2011.

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Chris Whelpdale rejected a new deal from Gillingham and signed for League Two side Stevenage on 30 June 2014.

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On 28 June 2016 Chris Whelpdale signed for League One side AFC Wimbledon.

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Chris Whelpdale made 27 League Two appearances, starting 19 times, scoring once, before departing the club.

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On 30 January 2020, Chris Whelpdale was confirmed as assistant to interim manager Robbie Simpson alongside Michael Spillane following the sacking of Rod Stringer.

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On 29 July 2020, Chris Whelpdale left Chelmsford to join fellow National League South club Eastbourne Borough.

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On 19 July 2023, Chris Whelpdale signed for Isthmian League Premier Division club Lewes.

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On 17 June 2024, Chris Whelpdale joined fellow Isthmian Premier Division side Whitehawk.

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On 19 October 2024, Chris Whelpdale joined Isthmian League South East Division club Burgess Hill Town.