Young midfielder Joe Hanks signed his first professional deal in May 2013 with a one year contract.
The 18 year-old was heavily involved with the first team last season and made his professional debut at the age of 17 as a substitute in the 3-0 victory over Exeter City in October 2012.
Hanks, born locally in Churchdown, is highly rated amongst the backroom staff at the Abbey Business Stadium and is another successful product of the club's blossoming youth academy.