Wanborough 2 - 0 Ferndale (HT)

Best scoreline of the season so far. Two goals up at half time against the league leaders. Two impressive goals as a result of proper football. It was just like watching Man United (almost).

Unfortunately the slope, constant pressure from Ferndale and a lack of concentration resulted in 4 goals + a penalty for Ferndale (5-2 final score).

Captain's MoM (chosen by Will A) George for an excellent effort against a tricky Ferndale winger.
Coaches' MoM was awarded to the best defensive display today - this was from Ewan (lots of other contenders too)

Good points: We showed in the first half that we can defend well if we set our mind to it - and scoring two goals on the break was impressive. We played some good defensive football.

Improvement required: Another 10 minute spell of low energy and poor attention lost us a couple of goals. We need to keep going when decisions (such as a corner or penalty) go against us.

Training as normal at St Jo's on Monday 22/3 and Monday 29/3 (after Easter we are back at the Rec for training)

No match on Sunday 28/3.

No training Monday 15/3

Unfortunately PX and I are both unavailable for training tomorrow due to work commitments - so no training on 15/3.

Sunday 14/3

It seems we are destined to lose 8-2 to Wootton Bassett! A great long range goal from Charlie in first half and a goal from Tom H in the second gave us our two goals.

Our main weakness and learning point today is about marking and running back, especially from midfield - too many times WB had 4 or 5 players in our 18-yard box against only one or two Wanborough players. Overall we need to do much more running.

For a long period in the second half we played well and created some good chances - it was nice to see a couple of offsides. While we need to watch straying offside, at least it means there has been a pass and someone running into space.

Captain's MoM - Charlie - chosen by Jonny for his goal
Coaches' MoM - Will A - for working hard in defence and then for some exciting play after moving into midfield.

Special mention to Dominic for a very effective and team-spirited role in defence.

We are away next week at Ferndale (B) midday kickoff and will let you know details ASAP




We are HOME vs Wootton Bassett on Sunday 14th March. Meet at 9.30 for 10am kick off at the Rec in match kit with warm hats/gloves/tights if cold.

Team:
Benjamin Archer
Dominic Bunce
Charlie Chevis
Thomas Head
Jonathan Hook (GK)
Arthur Smith
Johan Warensjo
Harry Freeman
James Biggs
Shay Hynes
George Hawkins
Ewan Chapman
Samuel James
William Arnold

Unavailable/Rested:
William Witts
Nicolas Loubser