Ahead of a crucial fixture for Notts County this weekend, goalkeeper Alex Bass has opened up about his journey to Meadow Lane, his ambitions for the season, and his experience so far with the Magpies.
The 26-year-old joined the club this summer, having impressed during a loan spell at AFC Wimbledon, and has already won over fans with his confident performances.
Reflecting on the start of the season, Bass expressed his satisfaction with how quickly the new players have gelled and how the team has adapted to the club’s style of play. "It's been a really good start," Bass said. "Coming in during the summer, it was important to get to grips with things, the way the gaffer likes to play, and I feel like all the new boys have settled in really nicely. We’ve gelled quickly, and long may that continue."
Bass, along with several other new signings, has had to adapt to Notts County’s tactical setup. While it might seem challenging for so many new faces to integrate, Bass believes the squad’s early arrivals in the transfer window were crucial. "We were lucky that we got the business done early," he said. "Me, Jacob [Jacob Beadau], Platty [Matty Platt] Jodi Jones, and all the boys came in early, so we had a full pre-season to work on things and get that understanding of how each other likes to play."
The goalkeeper’s confident displays between the sticks have certainly caught the eye, with many praising his command of the penalty area. When asked if he feels at home at Meadow Lane, Bass was quick to credit the manager for instilling belief in him. "It was big for me to come to a place where I felt I was wanted. The gaffer made it clear he wanted me, and that gave me a lot of confidence. It was one of the reasons why I came here, and it means I can just go out, express myself, and do what a goalkeeper needs to do, make saves and take crosses."
This feeling of being the number one goalkeeper has given Bass a sense of security that he hasn’t experienced throughout much of his career. "It’s the first club where I’ve started as what you’d class as the number one. Last season, I went on loan, and I knew the situation, but you’re only a loan player. Being here, with a longer contract, I know I’m secure and settled. It’s a really nice feeling."
Bass has had a nomadic career so far, with spells at Portsmouth, Bradford, and Sunderland, before landing at Meadow Lane. However, despite the constant movement, he remains focused on finding stability. "I’m at the age now where I’m not really bothered where I am, I just want to play football and find a settled home. Hopefully, that brings the best out of me."
Looking ahead to the upcoming match at Meadow Lane today, Bass is eager to build on the team’s positive start to the season and maintain their unbeaten run. "It’s important for us to keep building on that," he said. "We want to stay unbeaten for as long as possible, and we know what we want to achieve behind the scenes. We’ll keep striving for that."
The goalkeeper also highlighted the importance of Meadow Lane as a fortress for the team. "When the home fans get going, they’re a really good group to play in front of. It’s a great ground, and the pitch is looking incredible this year. It suits the way we want to play, and hopefully, we can make it a fortress."
With Bass in goal, the Magpies will be looking to continue their impressive run of form. His hunger for success and determination to establish himself at Notts County suggest that the club may have found a dependable figure between the posts. As the season progresses, Bass will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in Notts County’s push for success.
For now, all eyes are on the upcoming fixture, as Bass and his teammates aim to keep their unbeaten streak alive and continue their strong start to the campaign.
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