He signed from Isthmian League side Cray Wanderers after striker Leone Gravata joined Adam Hinshelwood at York City. And Bamba’s Priory Lane dimpact was instant as he scored the first half goal that earned a crucial victory over Hemel.
The three points inch Adam Murray’s men a little closer to safety – they’re now five points adrift of the line – and with two home games to come this week they need to build on this and give themselves a real chance of escaping.
See pictures from the win over Hemel on this page and the ones linked – all taken as ever by Lydia and Nick Redman, who captured every kick! And get the latest from the Lane in the Eastbourne Herald on Friday.
1. Eastbourne Borough v Hemel Hempstead pictures by Lydia and Nick Redman (59).jpg
Action and celebrations as Eastbourne Borough grab a vital win over Hemel Hempstead Town in National League South at Priory Lane Photo: Lydia Redman:Lydia and Nick Redman
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Action and celebrations as Eastbourne Borough grab a vital win over Hemel Hempstead Town in National League South at Priory Lane Photo: Lydia Redman:Lydia and Nick Redman
3. Eastbourne Borough v Hemel Hempstead pictures by Lydia and Nick Redman (31).jpg
Action and celebrations as Eastbourne Borough grab a vital win over Hemel Hempstead Town in National League South at Priory Lane Photo: Nick Redman:Lydia and Nick Redman
4. Eastbourne Borough v Hemel Hempstead pictures by Lydia and Nick Redman (36).jpg
Action and celebrations as Eastbourne Borough grab a vital win over Hemel Hempstead Town in National League South at Priory Lane Photo: Lydia Redman:Lydia and Nick Redman