Colchester United have confirmed the first of their pre-season friendlies, as preparations for 2017/18 continue to take shape.
The U's will once again take on neighbours Ipswich Town in a friendly, whilst there are local trips to Maldon & Tiptree and Braintree Town, who announced former player Brad Quinton as their manager on Friday.
Further friendly dates are due to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
Friendlies Confirmed To Date
Maldon & Tiptree – Saturday 8th July, 3pm KO (Away)
West Ham XI - Tuesday 18th July, 7.45pm KO (Home)
West Ham XI - Tuesday 18th July, 7.45pm KO (Home)
Braintree Town FC – Saturday 22nd July, 3pm KO (Away)
Ipswich Town FC – Tuesday 25th July, 7.30pm KO (Home)