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Chairman’s Chat

 

A warm welcome to Arnall Drive to the players, spectators, and management team of this afternoon’s visitors Wick.

 

Last Saturday saw the 1st team get a good 0-0 away draw against 2nd in the table Sharpness, it was perhaps a game we should have won after creating the better chances over the course of the ninety minutes. It doesn’t get any easier this week at home to the leagues inform team who are scoring goals for fun. The management team have brought in a couple of new players in the last fortnight from both inside and outside of the club and I am aware they are looking to bring in another couple over the course of the next fortnight.

 

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Finally, please remember ‘we win together, we lose together but most importantly we stick together’

 

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Manager's

Match Preview

 
A warm welcome to the players, management and spectators of Wick to Arnall Drive, the home of Henbury & Rockleaze FC.
 
Last week's draw against high flying Sharpness marked a noticeable sea-change in approach and performance. With the pressure taken-off and the lads encouraged to go out and enjoy themselves, it was pleasing to see a balance of both free-flowing football and grit and determination when required.  But for an outstanding point blank save from the Sharpness 'keeper off Drew Sawdon's bullet header, we might have enjoyed the 3pts that the performance fully deserved.  As it is, we shall have to settle for a point and clean sheet, but in the grander scheme of things, this type of performance should give the lads some sorely missed confidence.  All of this has been built off of a positive mentality and work-rate, typified by new signing Harvey Moran, who notched on debut against Chalford, and was a handful all day against Sharpness.  Credit should also be given to stalwarts George James and Marcus Williams, who, owing to injuries and availability were once again asked to 'do a job' in less familiar positions.  Their attitude and response to this was exemplary, and after a tough few weeks, gives me confidence that we have what we need to pull ourselves clear.
 
Turning attention back to today's game, we find ourselves up against in-form and free scoring Wick, in what will doubtless be a fascinating encounter.  More of last week's spirit will undoubtedly be required to get a result, but as always, the players have my backing to do just that.
 
I hope you all enjoy today's game.
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Sunday 2nd February 2025

UNDER 18s

versus

THORNBURY TOWN

UNDER 18s

Kick Off 2.00pm

 

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JORDAN DUNNING –GOALKEEPER

No.1 ‘keeper, Jordan had a sensational 2023-24 season with 8 clean sheets and a number of top performances which contributed to making the team so hard to beat Jordan dominates his area and makes collecting balls into the box look effortless. His massive kicks have also been known to catch a few teams out

HARRY TRETT – GOALKEEPER

Former Newport County stopper, Trett brings a commanding presence to the side, blending pin-point distribution with excellent shot-stopping

 

TASMAN ROOK – FULL BACK

Tas joined the club in the second half of the 2022/23 season from Chippenham Town, but a series of injuries has limited his appearances to date. A very gifted player, Tas reads the game situation very well and has proven to be adaptable in a number of shapes. If he can stay fit, one to watch for the future

PETER IRELAND – FULL BACK Nicest lad in the club, Pete nonetheless puts it all in on the pitch and is a true competitor. Not the most prolific in front of goal, Pete has nonetheless scored his annual goal (a sublime chip) early this season, which will take the pressure off.
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BLERAN THAQI 

FULL or / CENTRE BACK After a breakthrough season, former Henbury U18s player Bleran has starred throughout preseason with a number of mature performances. Strong both defensively and in possession, Bleran has excellent potential and will be one to watch for the future

JORDAN BUCKETT (CAPT) – CENTRE BACK A natural leader on and off the pitch, Jordan has matured well into the captaincy, leading by example through consistently putting in strong performances.

GEORGE JAMES – CENTRE BACK George alternates between centre back and centre forward, both positions he has become adept at. Despite a questionable decision to don white boots this season, George has good feet, excellent vision and passing range, making him a real asset to the side

 

 

OLIVER WOOLLAND – CENTRE BACK Ollie currently holds the record of ‘most spells with the Club’ jointly with Jay Moore. A versatile player, former Southampton academy player, Ollie can play anywhere along the back or in midfield

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ADAM PARKES –

CENTRE BACK

Adam is another strong centre back who has proven during preseason to be equally strong in the air and with the ball at his feet. Adam likes to drive with the ball and maraud forwards. He can also bring a Delap style throw as his party trick.

CAMERON TARR – CENTRE BACK

Back after a lengthy spell on the sidelines with injury, Cam is a great addition to the side, bringing a wealth of experience. A strong, physical presence at back, Cam is excellent in the air and a handful for opposition forwards.

MARCUS WILLIAMS (VICE CAPT) – MIDFIELD Club stalwart, after starting at Under 6’s with Rockleaze Marcus is equally adept at fullback or midfield. A tenacious player, Marcus is a nightmare to play against, winning a lot of ball, and whose low centre of gravity makes him very hard to dispossess.

 

DREW SAWDON – MIDFIELD

Hard hitting midfielder hailing from the North, 2023-24 Player’s Player of the Season, Drew enjoyed an outstanding first season in the 1sts, ending up as joint top goal scorer (16) as well as being a dominating presence in the midfield.

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SAMUEL BAILEY –

MIDFIELD

Silent assassin, bandit-Bailey is a classy midfielder who both links up play and scores goals through his late runs into the box.

BRANDON BOONTAM – MIDFIELD

When you’re that good, you can afford to be a little bit lazy… Bran is an outstanding player, who from time-to-time gets his freekicks on target. Excellent close control and strength had made Brandon one of the first names on the teamsheet

MATTHEW HARRISON – MIDFIELD

Matt is a classy player (like a fine wine) who brings both calmness and an engine to the midfield. Great positional awareness means that Matt rarely needs to sprint, which is just as well

 

JONATHAN WEBB – MIDFIELD

Jon is your typical box to box midfielder – strong in the tackle, good feet, and likes to drive with the ball. Standing tall at 6’3”Jon is an aerial threat too. Jon has a fierce shot on him too.

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KACPER KALKOWSKI –

WINGER

Kacper is incredibly talented – a tricky winger who has great feet and an eye for goal. He has excellent set piece delivery, bagging a number of assists last season.

NICHOLAS JONES – WINGER

Former Cribbs winger, Nick brings pace, experience and a winning mentality to the side. Nick loves to get forwards with his mazy runs, but is equally adept defensively, making him a real asset on the left.

 

FRASER BUTT – WINGER

Former Gloucester City academy player, Fraser is a mercurial talent with an eye for goal, as well as being a set piece specialist. Able to play practically any position, Fraser is incredibly versatile. Not the keenest trainer, Fraser nonetheless does it where it counts on the pitch.

TATE SHAW – WINGER

He might be built like p!@#, but Tate brings extreme pace to the side, and is an excellent finisher, as demonstrated by his well taken goals in preseason games against Cribbs and Bitton

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DANIEL WEBB –

FORWARD Tour and social secretary, Webby is also a Gloucestershire County League veteran, having terrorised opposition with his skill, movement and goals for a number of years. Joint top goal scorer (16) last season, whilst chipping in with a number of assists, Webby will be looking to add to his tally this year

JAMES GOULDEN – FORWARD

Sporting a suspect tache and frosted tips, when not taking long coach trips across Portugal, James is a tall and tricky forward. Backed with a great touch and good off the ball movement, James is an exciting talent and one to watch for the future.

 

JENSON BEARD – FORWARD

Jenson is swiftly becoming the complete striker. Bringing pace, physicality, work-rate, as well as guile, Jenson finished the 2023-24 season as joint top goal scorer (16). An exciting prospect, we hope to see Jenson continue on this trajectory

JORDAN DENT – FORWARD

Despite a string of injuries over the last few seasons, “Barry” Dent is nonetheless a quality forward with an eye for goal. Narrowly missing out on the Club golden boot last season, despite only returning to fitness for the second half of the season, Jordan will look to continue this form into the 2024-25 season. Jordan is a liability on a night out though.

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PETER BRADBURY – MANAGER

Long serving manager, into his 14th season having managed the Club’s Reserves, A team and B team previously. Now into a 7th season with the 1st team, Bradders is looking to attain promotion for the Club after last season’s 3rd placed finish.

 

LEE DOUGLAS – ASSISTANT MANAGER Long suffering assistant manager to Bradders, Lee has been signed up for another season. Lee is a generous man who is well loved and respected by everyone in the Club. Known to be quite loud, from time to time, avoid standing directly in his path

 

JASON TARR – ASSISTANT MANAGER New addition to the management team for the 2024-25 season, Jason is an excellent coach, but also a calm head with a wealth of experience on matchday

 

 

 

MATT DYER – ASSISTANT MANAGER Matt rejoins the Club after a spell as video analyst for Cribbs and hopes to bring his expertise to Henbury & Rockleaze

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GFA cup ties not included

  App Gls Assist Yel red 2Y sin bin
Williams, Marcus 15 1 1 1      
Buckett, Jordan 15           1
James, George 15   2 3      
Tarr, Cameron 14 1 1 2      
Dunning, Jordan 14     1      
Jones, Nick 14   2 1      
Sawdon, Drew 13 6   6      
Sam, Bailey 13 3 2 1      
Butt, Fraser 13   4        
Kalkowski, Kacper 13   2 1      
Dent, Jordan 12 4 1        
Webb, Daniel 12 1 3        
Thaqi, Bleran 12     2      
Winter, Callum 10 3   1      
Rook, Tasman 10     1      
Hodson, Joe 9 2     1    
Harrison, Matthew 9   1 1      
Shaw, Tate 9            
Goulden, James 7   1        
Hoare, Harrison 6     1      
Boontam, Brandon 5 1 1        
Webb, Jonathan 5   1        
Ireland, Pete 3         1 1
Moran, Harvey 2 1          
Iles, Rhys 2            
Trett, Harry 2            
Beard, Jenson 1            
Hoskins, Jack 1            
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 Aug10   QUEDGELEY WANDERERS A  1 - 1
16   ALMONDSBURY H  1 - 2
24   CHALFORD H  1 - 1
31   SHARPNESS H  1 - 4
Sep  7 LC CHALFORD H  3 - 1
14   WICK A  1 - 3
21 CC BRADLEY STOKE TOWN  H  6 - 2
28   STOKE GIFFORD SGS UTD H  1 - 1
Oct  5   GALA  WILTON H  2 - 0
12 LC HANHAM ATHLETIC H  5 - 2
19 CC HALLEN RES (CC) A  4 - 1
26   BROMLEY HEATH UTD A  0 - 5
Nov  2   CHELTENHAM CS H  2 - 3
9   FILTON ATHLETIC A  1 - 1
16 CC ALMONDSBURY won 4-3 pens   A  1 - 1
30   RUARDEAN HILL RANGERS A  3 - 1
Dec 14   STOKE GIFFORD SGS UTD H  0 - 3
21   BROADWELL AMATEURS H  1 - 2
Jan 18   CHALFORD A  1 - 4
25   SHARPNESS A  0 - 0
Feb  1   WICK H  
15   GALA WILTON A  
22   HANHAM ATHLETIC A  
Mar  1   BROMLEY HEATH UNITED H  
8   CHELTENHAM CIVIL SERV A  
15  LC TOTTERDOWN UNITED A  
22   FRAMPTON UNITED A  
29   RUARDEAN HILL RANG. H  
Apr 9   TOTTERDOWN UNITED A  
12   BROADWELL AMATEURS A  
16   FILON ATHLETIC A  
tbc    ALMONDSBURY   
tbc    QUEDGELEY WANDERERS  
tbc    TOTTERDOWN UNITED  
tbc    HANHAM ATHLETIC H  
tbc    FRAMPTON UNITED H   
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Sep 7   MENDIP BROADWALK RES A 1 – 0
14   REDBRIDGE H 1 – 0
21  CC HAMBROOK (CC) A 3 – 1
28   OLD COTHAMIANS A 1 - 1
Oct 5  LC FISHPONDS OLD BOYS (Cup) H 4 – 3
12   STOKE GIFFORD UTD RES A 0 – 2
19  CC BRISTOL BARCELONA (CC) H 4 – 2
26   BROAD PLAIN HOUSE H 1 – 3
Nov 9   JAMAICA BELL A 2 – 0
16  CC WICK (CC) A 0 – 2
23   SOUTHMEAD CS ATHLETIC A 1 - 4 
30   ST VALLIER A 4 - 2 
Dec 14  CC EASTON COWBOYS (L 7-8pen)  A 2 - 2 
Jan 18   STOKE GIFFORD SGS RES. H 3 - 0 
Feb 8   JAMAICA BELL H  
15   WESSEX WANDERERS A  
22   ST VALLIER H  
Mar 1   SOUTHMEAD CS ATHLETIC H  
8   EASTON COWBOYS H  
15   ST ALDHELMS A  
22   ST ALDHELMS H  
29   EASTON COWBOYS  A   
 Apr 5   REDBRIDGE  A  
 12   OLD COTHAMIANS  H  
26    MENDIP BROADWALK  H   
TBC   BROAD PLAIN HOUSE A  
TBC   WESSEX WANDERERS H  
         
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  P. W. D. L. .F A. GD Pts
Almondsbury 16 11 3 2 32 15 17 36
Sharpness 16 10 4 2 39 17 22 34
Frampton United 15 10 2 3 42 19 23 32
Wick 16 10 2 4 47 28 19 32
Filton Athletic 15 8 5 2 38 21 17 29
Stoke Gifford SGS Utd 17 9 2 6 30 19 11 29
Bromley Heath United 15 9 0 6 37 19 18 27
Ruardean Hill Rangers 15 7 2 6 32 24 8 23
Chalford 14 6 4 4 23 16 7 22
Hanham Athletic 15 6 1 8 34 39 -5 19
Broadwell Amateurs 17 5 3 9 20 34 -14 18
Totterdown United 16 5 2 9 25 47 -22 17
Henbury & Rockleaze 15 2 5 8 16 31 -15 11
Cheltenham Civil Serv. 14 3 0 11 14 31 -18 9
Gala Wilton 17 3 0 14 14 47 -33 9
Quedgeley Wanderers 17 2 3 12 10 46 -36 9

 

Friday 31 January

Almondsbury 1 Chalford 0

Saturda 1 February

Broadwell Amateurs v Cheltenham Civil Serv

Filton AAth v Bromley Heath Utd

Frampton Utd v Hanham Ath

Quedgeley Wanderers v Sharpness

Ruardean Hill Rangers v Gala Wilton

Totterdown Utd v Stoke Gifford Utd

 

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Photos by Ronnie Paige Edwards
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Photos by Ronnie Paige Edwards
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HISTORY

 

As old photographs will show Wick had a village football team long before a group of young local lads formed Wick CA in 1971. Unable to play at Oldbury Lane at that time, they played their first couple of seasons on a patch of land off Naishcombe Hill, as Oldbury Lane was home to Wick Athletic (whose history we can trace back to the 1930's), and Partridge & Love. The young Wick side quickly saw success, winning ther Regional division without losing a game. A feat almost repeated the following season when they finished as runners up. Then came a switch to the Bristol & District league, where success continued taking the division 4 title in 1974, and winning the GFA Minor cup the season after. When Partridge & Love disbanded, it gave Wick CA the opportunity to relocate to Oldbury Lane, where they later amalgamated with Wick Athletic to form a single club in the mid 70's. This sparked a lengthy period of progress for the club with the introduction of a Reserve side. The 1st team’s triumph in the 1978 Junior Cup was followed by double celebrations in 1982 when both club sides were promoted - the 1st team winning the B&D Senior Div and the Reserves as runners up in B&D Div 4. Success continued and two seasons later Wick had another double celebration with the 1st team taking the Bristol Prem Comb 1 title and the Reserves the B&D div 3 crown. The following years were a lean period for the club which included relegation. Then with a name change to RMC Wick (through its sponsorship from the local quarry) fortunes turned in 1998 with a second

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HISTORY continued

 

success in the GFA Junior Cup. This was the catalyst to another successful period at the club, and in the 1999/2000 season the First team returned to the Bristol Prem Comb after taking the B&D Senior Div title. Another promotion the following season saw the First team in the Premier Div of the Bristol Prem where they won the Bristol Prem Cup in both 2003 & 2005.

 

With an influx of new players, Wick were able to introduce a third side with this A team starting in B&D div 6. 2004 saw the First team finish fourth in the Bristol Prem, and promotion for both the Reserves and A teams, although the Reserves tasted relegation to B&D div 2 the following season. Wick's dreams of promotion to the County League were dashed in the 2004/5 season when a poor end to the season saw them lose their leading position at the half-way stage In the 2007/8 season the reserves were promoted to the B&D Senior div, but there was little further success for the clubs three Saturday sides until the 2016/17 season, which saw the first team narrowly pipped for the Bristol Prem. title

but gain promotion to the Marcliffe County League under the reins of Mike Strawford.

 

The 2017/18 season saw the A team fold through a lack of younger players, but the formation of a second veterans side playing on a Sunday, where both vet sides enjoyed league and Cup success. The 2019/20 season looked set to be a fantastic year for both

 

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HISTORY continued

 

the first team and reserves, but with league and Cup honours in sight, the season fell foul to the COVID-19 pandemic. On the upside the reserves were promoted to the Prem Comb Div 1. Progress on the field continued the following season with the first team taking the County League title after an epic battle with Shirehampton. Unfortunately our planning application for step 6 development took too long to get and so Shirehampton was given the promotion slot. Failing to gain promotion resulted in an exodus of players and management all eager to play at step 6, which meant a complete rebuild of the squad in the 2021/2022 season managed by Kev Pollard and Jamie Johnson assisted by Nathan Broe (Coach) and Tom Darby (goalkeeper coach). Last season was a mixed bag for Wick FC, which saw it's reserve team and management leave part way through the season to join a local step 6 side, which caused Wick to pull the reserves from the Prem Comb. The first team continued to rebuild, the A team won promotion, Vets won a league and cup double, while Wick Sunday enjoyed a successful season, winning the league cup. The new 2024/25 season will see a new young first team management team in place, with Callum Fudgell and Josh Brown bringing a fresh group of players to the club, to continue our ambition for step 6 football at Wick.

 

 

 

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Callum Fudgell: Manager

Fudgey” Second season in management after winning the Bristol & District Division 1 title in his first season. Ready for the step up to County League, hopefully his old man stands on the opposite side of the pitch this season.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, AEK Boco & Nicholas Wanderers.

 

Josh Brown: Manager

“Browner” Second season in management after winning the Bristol & District Division 1 title in his first season. Ready for the step up to County League, plenty of experience at this level and higher as a player already.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, AEK Boco & Oldland

 

Kai Wilson - Goalkeeper

Kai is your modern day keeper who is brillaint with his feet and has a great ping on him. Very good shot stopper and has experience with toolstation sides so is not a stranger to this level.
Previous Clubs: Oldland, Bitton & AEK Boco

 

Jack Madge: Goalkeeper

Probably the hardest goalkeeper you’ll ever meet. Unbelievable kicking ability and nothing gets past him. Loves a 1 on 1 & also enjoys a stint up front too so don’t be surprised if you see him on the score sheet once or twice this season.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco.

 

Kyle Russell: Defender

Great passing and shooting ability for someone who plays at the back and reads the game so well. Can play anywhere across the back line. Key player for us this season.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

 

Deke Langdon: Defender

'Probably our most underrated player. Can play anywhere on the pitch and always gives 110%. Lovely feet for a defender and not afraid to get stuck in either for a little lad. Managers player of the season for us last season.

Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic

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Tom Norley: Defender

Brilliant centre half who always puts his body on the line. Great understanding of the game always looking to play forward and leads by example. One of the p*** takers of the group mainly at Bays expense.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, Redbridge & AEK Boco

 

Joe Reeves: Defender

Taking a step back this year but a very experienced centre half who loves a challenge. Probably the loudest bloke you’ll ever meet ( on and off the pitch ). Great lad to have around the dressing room with still a relatively young squad.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

 

Harry Madge: Defender

Explosive full back but can also play centre half and as a winger which is a rare find these days, once he’s on a run you’re not stopping him. Played Western League football last season so delighted to have him with us for the season ahead.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, AEK Boco & Wick

 

Dan Trotter: Defender

Been out with a long term injury but should be back for the start of the season. Bags of pace, will run into the ground for the team, one of those players you put him anywhere and he’ll do a job for you.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, Bitton & AEK Boco

 

Liam Robson: Defender

“Norm” A brilliant defender who loves to have the ball at his feet and play out from the back. He has great experience in the leagues above so another lad were delighted to have here with us.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, AEK Boco & Keynsham Town

 

Tommy Longhurst: Defender

An exciting young player that can play in defence or midlfield, left or right side. Another player retained from last seasons squad. Has played at a higher level and is always looking to get forward.
Previous C
lubs: Hengrove, Longwell Green & Wick

 

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Todd Carter: Defender

Retained from the Wick side of last season. Delighted to have him with us, played up front last season but will predominately be a defender for us. Great work rate and loves a tackle. Big and physical player which is something we needed to add to our squad.

Previous Clubs: Mangotsfield, Oldland & Bromley Heath

 

Freddie Mogg: Midfielder

Previous Club: Longwell Green

 

Liam Troake: Midfielder

The utility man of the squad, stick him anywhere and he’ll do a job. Predominantly a right back or holding midfielder though, bags of energy, good on the ball and puts himself about for a little lad. Another retained from the Wick side of last season.
Previous Clubs: Hengrove, Oldland & AEK Boco

 

Frank Taylor-Fox: Midfielder

Our skipper this season. Plays the 6 role as good as anyone, intercepts the play and plays the easy pass or can drive through the midfield with his engine and quality feet. Another key player for us this season.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic, AEK Boco & Oldland

 

Ben Sayers: Midfielder

Steady Eddie, makes the game look so easy, always plays the right pass and understands his position as good as anyone. Played with many of the lads years ago, great to have him back in the changing room.
Previous Clubs: Southmead & AEK Boco

 

Adam Campbell: Midfielder

Another player with brilliant feet and skill. Great eye for a pass and scores all sorts of goals. Hates paying his fines. Probably one of the angriest footballers you’ll see.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & Bromley Heath

 

Fred Taylor-Fox: Midfielder

Younger brother to Frank. Technically gifted footballer, an absolute nightmare to get the ball off will turn you inside and out with his slick dribbling and skill.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

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Fin Cunningham: Midfielder

“Windot” Fin has a tremendous attitude and is always at training. Lovely set piece delivery and has a great long pass in his locker. Even better at Darts so don’t try take him on in the clubhouse after the game.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic

 

Jaye Rudge: Midielder/Forward

Loves a moan but still one of the most gifted players in the squad. Quality feet, makes things tick and a great finisher as well. Brilliant option to have in either midfield or up front.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

 

Bayley Rudge: Forward

One of the most two footed players you’ll ever see I still don’t know what foots his strongest now. Runs at defenders all day long and loves an assist. Hopefully chip in with more goals this season though.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

 

Olly West: Forward

Olly has had a few years out of the game competitively but is back enjoying his football again. A great winger with a lovely first touch and is always looking to take on defenders.
Previous Clubs: AEK Boco

 

Cory Langdon: Forward

Can play out wide or through the middle. Scores all sorts of goals and has got bags of pace always looking to run in behind the defence. Not a bad keeper either, compares himself to Onana when he’s inbetween the sticks.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

 

Fraser Ross: Forward

The Scotsman in our team. Recently moved to Bristol, played at a decent University level in Scotland. Frase is a top trainer and has a fantastic work rate. Can play right back or wing.
Previous Clubs: Linwood Rangers, Quarriers Utd & University of Stirling

 

Tommy Lacey: Forward

“Tucker” Pace and power he’s got it in abundance, an absolute nightmare for defenders. Hopefully stays for a beer after the game more often this season.
Previous Clubs: Hanham Athletic & AEK Boco

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By Mark Simpson

 

Almondsbury drop two points, Sharpness drop two points, Wick and Frampton win, the merry-go-round at the top continues whilst at the bottom Quedgeley and Henbury & Rockleaze both pick up useful points.

At The Field Almondsbury dropped two points against a Broadwell Amateurs side who last week took an absolute battering on their travels. This time the first chance of the match fell to Almonds half way into the first half when Paolo Pali beat his man, shot at Jack Watkins who beat it away Omar Alwari followed up and Watkins pulled off a great save to tip it behind. A few minutes later Tim O’Loughlin’s pass was intercepted by Davies who finished well over Sam Burgess for a Broadwell lead. The rest of the half was rather scruffy but just into the second half it was almost two for the visitors a free kick coming off the crossbar, and that, as they say was that, as far as Broadwell were concerned. On 54 minutes Alwari was put through but Watkins tipped round the post, on 77 minutes Liam Nicholls beat his man and sets up Craig Lancastle who slotted the ball off the post, on 87 Nicholls creates again and puts in Morgan who slipped at the crucial moment, but a minute later the pressure was rewarded when Morgan broke the line and convincingly slotted home from twelve yards. On 89 Almonds had a corner cleared off the line and in time added on had a penalty shout waived away and there it finished at 1-1, a brave point for Broadwell.

 

Gala Wilton took on Frampton United in a match full of goals at Fairmile Gardens. It was Gala who started brightly with a fifth minute goal when Jacob Eakers put Jamie Creed through to finish well past Tom Kaye. The first 30 minutes were competitive and in that time it was Gala who came closest to a second but were denied by Kaye. Frampton, however, equalised on 35 minutes through Freddie Porter. The key moment of the game came on the stroke of half time when Myron Turner finished well to give Frampton the lead. And they started the second half strongly, scoring early on through Henry Driver-Dickinson

 

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from a corner. After this Frampton largely dominated and Henry added their fourth and fifth goals to complete his hat-trick. Gala grabbed a late consolation through Henry Hunt but Frampton ran out well deserved 5-2 winners to maintain their title charge.

 

To Hamfields where Sharpness and Henbury & Rockleaze were unable to find a goal in a tight encounter. H&R nearly took the lead fifteen minutes in when Fraser Butt saw his free kick effort strike the bar. Alfie Jones nearly broke the deadlock for the hosts when sent through one-on-one but couldn’t beat keeper Harry Trett. Five minutes before the break Tom Palmer had a chance to open the scoring but blasted the ball over from Gayner’s cross. Chances were generally few and far between but when they did come both keepers were in excellent form. Sharks Will Tainton brought a good save out of Trett with a well struck shot from distance and Holder was next to keep his side in it when he made a great save from George James’ header which looked destined to break the deadlock. Sharpness were reduced to ten late-on, Priday picking up a second yellow but this had no bearing on the 0-0 result.

 

Eager to put last week’s horror show behind them Wick took on Totterdown United at Oldbury Lane and Wick were quick out of the blocks fashioning a number of opportunities, and on five minutes a snap shot from Cory Langdon was taken cleanly by Ashley Martin. Wick continued to create without testing Martin until the 18th minute when his full-length dive to his right pushed a goal bound effort for a corner, which caused a scramble in the goalmouth, the visitors hanging on. Totts were trying their passing game but were continually being pressed and on 20 minutes Langdon was upended in the box for a penalty from which he made no mistake. Two minutes later he was through again but this time found the side netting. Totts first effort on goal 25 minutes in sailed safely over the bar, and ten minutes later they had a great break but were denied an equaliser by Kai Wilson’s feet. On 40 minutes a great ball whipped in found Langdon in the six -yard box to chest home his and Wick’s second

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Wick now had their tails up and a sweeping move found Freddie Mogg surging into the box to fire home Wick’s third and on the stroke of half time Liam McCracken’s great ball in found Freddie Taylor-Fox for the fourth.
Wick were on the front foot for the second half and a minute in a cross found Langdon at the far post but he failed with the spectacular. One-way traffic now and on 55 Ben Sayers fired home the fifth and three minutes later Langdon completed his hat-trick and Wick’s sixth. On the hour a great through ball found Langdon away again and his excellent finish took his tally to four and Wick’s to seven. Wick weren’t done yet and on 65 a rocket free kick from McCracken found the roof of the net for eight. Five minutes on Langdon was through again and was denied by Martin, and he was in action again tipping another shot over. Credit to Totts who kept going and a good save was needed from Wilson to prevent them from scoring. Wick did carve out another two good scoring chances but their scoring for the day was done and an 8-0 Wick victory against a Totterdown side who have shown themselves more than capable of living with any side in this League.

 

Stoke Gifford SGS United really needed a win up at Ruardean Hill Rangers to keep their title hopes alive but, as so many sides have found out this is one of the last places you’d choose to come to when points are needed, but SGS bucked the trend and took early charge dominating possession. However, after 15 minutes it was Hill who won a free kick and Steve Clark forced a good save from Healan. After a drop ball re-start Gifford’s Arthur Furness, in space, crossed and after a goalmouth scramble Ben Shepard put SGS in front. Ruardean upped their performance at the start of the second half with chances falling for Clark, and he equalised from Ollie Mason’s through ball. Another chance then fell to Luke Brown but without success. Hill were now on top although injury affected their last twenty minutes with SGS gaining more possession and following a scramble from another corner the ball fell to birthday boy Aaron 

 

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Sweete to give SGS the lead. Hill pressed for the equaliser but could not force it and SGS took an impressive three points away by 2-1.

 

On a sunny day up at Highfield Way, evidently the home of football! Chalford entertained a QuedgeleyWanderers 

side fighting at the wrong end of the table. Chalford started down the hill but it was QW on top. And a few chances came to nothing but on ten minutes a corner to QW created a goalmouth scramble and Chalford had to clear off the line. Chalford started to make inroads and on 14 Ben Minnican took a free kick which was wasted and Chalford playing some great football with the ball dropping to Andrew Roberts with a quality strike over the bar. On 26 Parker’s turned on the edge of the box, shot, but Nathan Charnock pulled off a great save. Chalford were cranking up the pressure and on 37 minutes Parker back-heeled into Maryon’s path and he made no mistake for 1-0. QW had a good chance just before the break from a free kick but Duane Portlock pulled off a great save. QW started the second half better and five minutes in one-on one Jordan Rouse equalised. Chalford started to get back on top and on 75 minutes a great strike by Locke forced an even better save from Charnock. Maryon headed over from the resulting corner. Parker found himself through on goal but was let down by a heavy touch, a quality corner from debutant Harvey Mullane was headed over by Moore. Five minutes from time another save by Charnock and Chalford couldn’t follow it in. 1-1 it ended but Chalford had plenty of chances.

 

A long trip for Cheltenham Civil Service to Pomphrey Hill to take on in form Bromley Heath United. And it was the hosts with a dream start when their high press paid off and were in front in the fifth minute from their in-form striker Aiden Noble. They continued to rack up chances in the first quarter of the game but Service were defending well, and with their first real chance of the game they managed to equalise when Mani Singh crossed for Leighton Blacker to slot home. Heath continued to create chances with Cripps, Noble, and O’Brien all close and with Jon Dix in the Service goal making some good stops Bromley continued in the second half to make chance after chance with Service just 

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content with breaking up play Noble thought he was in but was thwarted by Dix who got down low to make the ball bounce up and over the bar. Then, Jake Millward thought he had done it but was pulled back for offside. Persistence finally paid off when, deep into time added on Noble finished off a good Bromley move for 2-1 and whilst it could have been more perhaps Service could consider themselves unfortunate not to pick up a point – such fine margins.

 

To the Hallett Construction Pavilion, where the remarkably inconsistent Hanham Athletic took on in form Filton Athletic, and could they be outside title challengers? Filton were in front on 10 minutes when Haman Tiguri spilled a shot and Yousef Abdulaham scored. Filton extended their lead five minutes later when Tom Fry rose above the Hanham defence. Hanham got one back on 21 when Liam Jenkins corner was headed home by Mark Knapman, but two minutes later Filton re-stored their two-goal lead when a cross from the left was superbly headed in by Kieran Cooper. It was four on 65 minutes when Trey Merrett’s shot went under the keeper. Cooper got his second heading into an empty net following a Tiguri mistake and Merrett made it six running onto a pass to slot home. A fairly comprehensive 6-1 win for Filton and who knows.

 

 

 

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By Jon Crouch

 

WALKING out onto the hallowed turf at Wembley is every young football fan’s childhood dream. Dave Jones remembers it better than most.

When Atherton Laburnum Rovers chairman Shaun Lynch appointed a new manager 18 months ago, there were raised eyebrows among some observers given his chosen one was only 23 at the time.

“Sometimes you have to give a lad a chance,” he said.

And it’s fair to say he has no regrets.

This afternoon, Jones will lead out his side at home to Bourne Town in the FA Vase last 16 in a game billed as LR’s biggest knockout game since they reached the competition’s semi-finals stage in 1994 – before Jones wasn’t even born.

His side, the only Step 6 club still standing, hailing from North West Counties League’s First Division North, have eliminated four teams from a higher level to get this far – including a thrilling 3-2 success against Hallam in the previous round secured by Ryan Talbot’s last-gasp penalty.

“That moment is a perfect example of what this young group is about,” he told The NLP this week. “They’re fearless, and they back each other. When they needed to show character, they did.”

The same could be said for a club that has rallied from the brink of financial ruin five years ago when they were reprieved from relegation to a regional feeder league.

Jones, still just 25, has had a galvanising impact since taking charge and steered LR to second spot in the table last season.

They missed out on promotion through the play-offs, and occupied the same position entering this weekend – four points behind Nelson with four games in hand.

“When I came in, I wanted to reconnect the team with the town and give it an identity,” said Jones, who prepares the pitch for National League high-fliers Altrincham as the Robins’ head groundsman in his day job.

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“You can feel the positive energy around the club as a result of this cup run, and those supporters who have been here through those tough times are really savouring the moment.”

He plans to relay a similar message to his players before kick-off against a Bourne Town side currently leading the way in the United Counties League Premier Division North and involved at this stage for the first time ever in their 45th Vase campaign.

The LR boss added: “We didn’t expect to do this well in the FA Vase, which is why it’s important to enjoy the experience.

“Most lads in our dressing room won’t probably won’t get this far again, and I want us all to look back in 10 years’ time and be able to say; ‘they were good times, weren’t they?’”

But Atherton LR and Bourne are not the only clubs looking to make history in this year’s FA Vase.

Half of the 16 clubs still standing are appearing in the fifth round for the first ever time – and there’s also still a former winner looking to return to Wembley ten years after their last visit.

Northern League side North Shields host Whitchurch Alport for whom victory would match their best run to the quarter-finals from three years ago.

All 50 previous FA Vase finals have included a first time finalist – and this year looks to be no different.

Another former quarter-finalist is Crook Town, looking to repeat the feat from 19 years ago with a victory at Heanor Town – one of the eight clubs appearing in the fifth round for the first time.

VCD Athletic are in the fifth round for the first time in 18 years and they host Hellenic League leaders Hartpury University, while Whitstable Town have had a 28-year wait for the chance to reach the quarter-finals for the first time. They entertain a Fleet Town side who had never been beyond the second round before this season.

Egham Town travel to AFC Whyteleafe with the winner being a quarter-finalist for the very first time, while Erith & Belvedere are looking to match their best run to the quarter-finals from 10 years ago with victory over Daventry Town.

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The Deres have won through six rounds already, via four penalty shoot-outs, having scored just four goals in normal time.

Conversely, Andover New Street, reinstated last week at the expense of Roman Glass St George, and their fellow Wessex League visitors, AFC Stoneham, have scored 28 goals between them in this season’s Vase so far.

In the Trophy, all eyes are on Step 4 flag-flyers Sittingbourne, appearing at this stage of the competition for the first time in the club’s 50th Trophy campaign – a competition record for the most campaigns before reaching the last 16.

The Step 4 Brickies travel to National League side Southend United in one of two ties that will see the winner setting their best Trophy run.

Worthing are into the last 16 for the first time in 39 years, and take on National League Rochdale, while Oxford City, of National League North, last went beyond the Last 16 four years ago. They take on twice beaten finalists National League side Forest Green Rovers.

A former multiple winner is Woking, who travel to the only Step 3 club still involved this season, Gainsborough Trinity,  semi-finalists in 2013, while Spennymoor Town host Boston United 32 years after the Lincolnshire club knocked Spennymoor United out of the Trophy.

National League North side Kidderminster Harriers lifted the Trophy 38 years ago and they host Sutton United of the National League, while two-time winners Altrincham, face league rivals Eastleigh, who last reached the quarter-finals 11 years ago.

The final tie of the round sees two former semi-finalists face each other as National League Aldershot Town host Boreham Wood, from National League South, although it’s 17 years or more since either side reached the last four.

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1 Harry Trett    
2 Tasman Rook    
3 Nick Jones    
4 Marcus Williams    
5 Jordan Buckett ©    
6 Cam Tarr    
7 Drw Sawdon    
8 Sam Bailey    
9 George James   Manager
10 Harvey Moran   Peter Bradbury
11 Fraser Butt   Assistants
12 Bleran Thaqi   Lee Douglas
14 Dan Webb   Jason Tarr
15 Callum Winter   Matt Dyer
16 Rhys Iles    
17 Tate Shaw    
       
       
1 Kai Wilson    
2 Tommy Longhurst    
3 Liam Robson    
4 Kyle Russell    
5 Callum Ball    
6 Ben Sayers    
7 Tommy Lacey    
8 Jaye Rudge   Management
9 Liam McCracken   Steve Sparrow
10 Freddie Mogg   Tony Hawkins
11 Bayley Rudge   Rob Page
12 Josh Brown    
14 Callum Fudgell    
15 Fin Cunningham    
16 Morgan Stryjewski    
       
  Referee: Jozsef Madaras
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