Waterford FC are excited to announce the signing of goalkeeper Brad Wade ahead of the 2025 League of Ireland season.
Wade makes the move to the RSC, having spent 2024 with Cork City in the First Division, making 36 appearances for City in his first year in the League of Ireland.
The 24-year old came up through the Rochdale academy and spent time with their first-team during his stay at the Dale. After seven years with the club, he departed for Hereford FC, before also spending time with Southport FC & Guiseley AFC prior to his move to Cork City at the beginning of 2024.
Brad kept an impressive 20 clean sheets for City in 2024, as his impressive net minding helped guide Tim Clancy’s side to become First Division champions in a season where he became a fans favourite at the club during his time there.
The shot-stopper now makes the move to the RSC for 2025 as Head Coach Keith Long continues to shape his squad for the new campaign kicking off next month.
Speaking after joining the Blues, Brad spoke of his excitement to get to work with the club, commenting:
“I’m happy to sign for Waterford, and looking forward to working with Keith Long & Brian Murphy in particular. The manager has explained his ambitions to me for the team for the coming season and I’m looking forward to being part of it.”
Brad will wear the number 31 shirt with the Blues for 2025.
Welcome to Waterford, Brad!
