 | Message from Dennis Peters : The final league meeting of the season is on Thursday 30/04/2009. At this meeting clubs who have NO outstanding fines or charges and have filled in their application form for season2009/2010 and have supplied all team sheets up to date will be allowed to collect their registration forms for the coming season. Any team that does not fulfill all three of the above criteria will not be allowed to collect them |
 | Extra snaps from today's Premier Division Cup Final at Fleetwood Town FC between Quilligans FC and Red Rose Catering. |
Jordan Spedding (left) of Quilligans
The Quills Bench
Sean Slater, warming up for the Jollies Reuniion match in memory of Daz Smith
Smiffy with a vital early save
Kevan Ford puts the bite on Lee Impett
Andy Speight gets there first
Taberner wins the challenge
Carl and Daz Spedding left holding the baby. “We'll do a deal bro, you change the nappy and I'll do the feeding.”
Referee Ayre waves play on as Impett strikes
3 WAGS missed by Sportspy, didn't want to leave them out…
No sympathy for Jordan from Mr. Ayre
John Beavers
Speighty was kept busy
Into the second half, Smith with a punch
Slater goes close at the other end
Oh dear, oh dear, these chuckle brothers won't be happy…
Opening goal for Red Rose as John Beavers' free kick finds the net
Celebrations in front of the Quills bench
Robbie Boal, rumoured to have built an extension just to house his Sunday League trophies
Carl Faber scores the equaliser
Some of the ex-Jollies players, ready for their reunion match
Finals instructions to the subs from Sped
A cracking volleyed goal to win the match, the Red Rose scorer shows a strange taste in underwear
Red Rose Catering FC, Premier Division Cup Winners 2008/09
 | A few extra snaps from today's Division Two Cup Final at Fleetwood Town between FC Eden and Additions. |
Looks like Bingham has chafed his leg, oh dear
Somewhere in the muddle, Additions pull a goal back
Synchronised football
Ryan Bingham lines up a late free kick, note Craig Byrom far right
Cracking header and not a hair out of place…
Division Two Cup Winners, FC Eden, bring on the lap dancers
 | Some extra snaps from the Division One Cup Final on Saturday April 18th between Northern Care Reserves and FC Loco, held at the ground of Fleetwood Town FC. |
The Northern Care Bench
FC Loco, manager & assistant in matching outfits
'El Loco' himself, Steve Coles with another great stop
Northern's Paul Simpson
Ben Berry of Loco, with 'Cup Final' special haircut courtesy of Pete the Barber!
Northern's Mark Williams (right)
Elvis rises
Goldberg with another save, Joel Chappell with a good view
Simmo with a cracking volley, saved by Coles
Wayne Maden rarely lost out in the air
 | Back to Highbury Avenue, Fleetwood for an early start. In the morning FC Eden took on rivals AFC Additions in the Division 2 Cup final and that was followed by the Premier Division Cup final which was played between Quilligans FC and Red Rose Catering FC. Sunshine all the way with 'Cup final' weather for both matches. |
Last season's Division 3A title winners FC Eden are going really well in 2A and as the season nears its end they're in a two horse race for the title with toady's opponents AFC Additions. Recently, they both met in league action and each picked up a win apiece which has made things very interesting at the top where FC Eden currently have a one point lead but AFC Additions have a game in hand. They'd reached this morning's semi-final by thumping Skye, Paris Casino and Marshall Court 6-0, 7-1 and 9-1 respectively before knocking out Mythop Leisure FC in the semi-final. Whatever happens, it's been another great campaign for manager Roy Bingham's FC Eden in the BFSFA in only their second season.
Last season AFC Additions finished fourth in Division 2B and as a result of the Divisional restructuring they were moved across to Division 2A. The move has seen them face a whole host of new teams at different venues. So far so good as the team have had a great 2008/09 season. Going into April they still have a great chance of winning the 2A title. Graham Quinn's men have reached the final by whipping Great Eccleston 5-0 in the opening round, beating Frenchman's Cove 4-1 in Round 2, Spindles in the quarter-final and most recently favourites Fleetwood Cricket Club FC in the semi-final. That epic encounter betweeen the local rivals finished at 3-3 but Additions made it through by winning the dreaded penalty shoot-out.
The Cup final referee was Graham Nixon and running the line were Colin Bascombe and John Cordwell. FC Eden were in their dark blue kit.
AFC Additions 2008/09.
FC Eden 2008/09.
Graham Nixon (Referee) alongside Colin Bascombe (Left) and John Corkwell.
FC Eden's Joe McGivern's Cup final lasted less than five minutes as he never recovered from what looked to be a very painful injury.
On six minutes the addition's player knocked it over Eden keeper Craig Lee's head but Brady Skellington cleared it.
Moments later and FC Eden took the lead as Jamie Chadwick stooped to head home Ryan Bingham's corner.
Scott Bradford (Right)
Supporters out early in the warm sunshine.
Perkes takes a tumble in the box.
FC Eden keeper Craig Lee.
On 31 minutes a throughball was played toward the Addition's goal. Keeper Dave Erdley was in two minds about clearing it with his boot but he chose to pick it up instead. However, he picked it up outside his area and it was spotted by referee's assistant Mr Bascombe. Free-kick. It proved to be a costly decision.
Ryan Bingham smashes in the free-kick via the backside of an opponent. The Eden go 2-0 up.
The FC Eden lapdancer WAGS are happy.
FC Eden drill sergeant Scott McNeill.
Craig Byrom (Right).
FC Eden supporter Olivia.
'Put the white hat back on please'
Blue toe-nail polish – unorthodox but attractive.
Into the second half. FC Eden are 2-0 up. Keeper Lee makes a good catch.
Holding?
On 50 minutes Bingham danced around the keeper and slotted it home. There were cries for offside.
After a brief discussion the goal was indeed ruled out for offside.
Hands down Byro.
On 55 minutes FC Eden made it 3-0. An incisive break down the right sent Kyle Bingham clear and his pinpoint cross put it on a plate for Craig Byrom who made no mistake from six yards. 3-0.
Byrom thanks Kyle Bingham for the assist.
On 70 minutes, two cups of coffee caught up with me so I nipped to the loo. Sod's law as AFC Additions pulled one back. A shot was apparently well blocked but Chris Rose followed up to give Additions some hope.
A cloudless sky at Highbury Avenue.
Ryan Bingham picks up a knock.
T'committee.
Colin Bascombe.
On 84 minutes FC Eden regained their three goal advantage. A Ryan Bingham cross from the left was inch perfect for Craig Byrom who rose unimpeded to head firmly into the top corner. 4-1.
But AFC Additions never say die as moments later Alan Perkes hit a superb volley across Lee into the far corner. 4-2.
Alan Perkes (Left)
There was to be no more time for an AFC Additiion's fightback as the final whistle goes.
Final score : FC Eden 4 – 2 AFC Additions
AFC Additions collect their runners up medals.
Mr Bascombe picks up his medal.
Captain Ryan Bingham hoists the Division 2 Cup for FC Eden.
FC Eden celebrate winning the Division 2 Cup (Warning – Not for kids due to bad language)
It was to be FC Eden's day and after they went 2-0 up they rarely looked in any danger. At 3-0 up they still couldn't relax as opponents AFC Additions never know when they're beaten and after Chris Rose pulled one back they had a really good spell but couldn't convert. Byrom's excellent header calmed nerves but still Additions came back with a goal from Perkes. Good performances today from the Bingham brothers and at the back Skellington and Chadwick dominated with the latter just edging my Man of the Match award but he'd slipped off before I could give him the Teamsport90 trophy. Well officiated by Mr Nixon and his team. These two sides still have the Division 2A league title to pay for.
Sportspy 2008/09
 | At Highbury Avenue, Fleetwood for tonight's Division 1 Cup final that was played between FC loco and Northern Care Reserves FC. The first of three Cup finals being played at the ground of Fleetwood Town FC over the weekend. Here's a brief match summary and a few photographs before it went too dark. |
Northern Care Reserves FC have completed their league programme and will finish either in 8th or in 9th. As for the Loco a recent upsurge in form has seen them climb to 7th and if they apply themselves properly in their final two fixtures then Scott Elliot's side could still finish as high as 4th. In league action both of these teams shared the points with win apiece. In mid August Loco beat Northern 4-0 but in February Matt Livingstone's side took revenge in the reverse fixture thanks to a 3-2 win.
FC Loco have reached tonight's final by knocking out Fleetwood Car Centre in the quarter-final as they received a first round bye. Northern progressed by purring out Golden Eagle in round 1 and in-form Shovels in the quarter-final. Excellent condition for the final after day of warm spring sunshine the breeze had dropped. The officials for the match were referee Tony Zak assisted by Peter Sutton and Marton Rogers. FC Loco were sporting their yellow kit and it was they who kicked off.
FC Loco 2008/09
Northern Care Reserves FC 2008/09
The teams emerge from the tunnel
Referee Tony Zak (centre) with Peter Sutton (Left) and Martin Rogers.
'Heads it is'
Michael Donohue (Right)
The Northern bench
I was very impressed with the improvements at Fleetwood Town FC
After a breezy opening from FC Loco, Northern Care Reserves FC quickly took control as they enjoyed the lion's share of the possession. On 20 minutes they took the lead as a ball swung in from the right by Elvis went over the head of Loco keeper Goldberg. At the other end Dale Woolhouse looked dangerous on the ball but all too often his Loco team-mates gave up possession too cheaply.
The opening goal as Donohoe's shot come cross eludes Goldberg in the Loco goal. 1-0
Northern keeper Tom Baldwin dominates his area.
FC Loco keeper Goldberg makes a decent save from the free kick
An acrobatic overhead kick from Paul Simpson.
On 35 minutes Northern extended their lead. Ex Blackpool player Wayne Maden picked up the ball on the edge of the box and fired home with the outside of his right boot. The ball bending away from Goldberg's dive. 2-0. The next 8 minutes were disastrous for FC Loco as two defensive slips cost them the match. Firstly, Jake Turner picked up the loose ball in the box to make it 3-0 and two minutes later keeper Goldberg and the defender failed to communicate and Jordan Smith picked up the pieces to give Northern a 4-0 lead.
Wayne Maden (6) hits an unstoppable right footed effort that hits the back of the net. 2-0.
The Loco bench unhappy with first half events.
Half time score : Northern Care Reserves FC 4 – 0 FC Loco
The second half begins.
FC Loco go close.
Good block by Goldberg
FC Loco were much improved in the second period and although the game was gone they maintained effort and team spirit. It was all undone on 63 minutes as further defensive dawdling let in Wayne Maden who showed good composure to slot it past Goldberg. 5-0. Late in the game Loco grabbed a consolation as they for once got around the back of the Northern defence and the subsequent cross was duly converted by Chris Smith.
Wayne Maden makes it safe for Northern Care Reserves FC. 5-0
Fixtures' secretary Carole Cox calms down the unruly Loco fans
Chris Smith scores a deserved consolation for FC Loco.
Final score: Northern Care Reserves FC 5 – 1 FC Loco.
FC Loco collect their runners up medals
Injured FC Loco player Joel Chappell collects his.
The officials are handed their momentos.
Carole Cox presents the Cup to Northern captain Paul Wallis.
Division 1 Cup winners 2008/09 – Northern Care Reserves FC.
'Lets' crack open the Strongbow'
In summary this game was not as close as the pundits initially predicted as Northern Care Reserves FC had the game all wrapped up by haf time. The secret of their success was down to the energy, pace and enthusiasm of youngsters Turner and Smith along with the experience of Paul Simpson and play-maker Wayne Maden. On the few occasions they were tested at the back they remained solid and keeper Tom Baldwin was confident in his handling and shot stopping. A disappointing evening for FC Loco and they'll be unhappy with their first half defending but a good effort nevertheless in both reaching the final and by not throwing in the towel in the second half. My Teamsport 90 Man of the Match was Jordan Smith who looked a good young talent, confident on the ball with a good eye for a pass he was always in the thick of the action in the offensive third of the pitch.
Teamsport90 Man of the Match Jordan Smith
Sportspy 2008/09
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 | The 42nd Gledhill Trophy Final takes place on Friday May 8th at Bloomfield Road, kicking off at 6:45pm. This year's finalists are Quilligans FC and Halfway House FC. Advertising spaces are available in the Final Programme on a first come, first served basis. |
| It's going to be a busy weekend at Fleetwood Town FC on the 18th/19th April when the ground hosts five matches in 24 hours. Firstly, Fleetwood Town FC host Stafford Rangers FC in their final home match of the season. Then shortly afterwards it's the BFSFA Division 1 Cup final between Northern Care Reserves FC and FC Loco kicking off at 18:15. At 10:30am Sunday morning it's the Division 2 Cup final between FC Eden and AFC Additions and then at 1pm it's the Premier Division Cup final between Quilligans FC and Red Rose Catering FC. Finally, there's a match going to be played in honour of Fleetwood Sunday footballer Marine Daz Smith between the famous Jollies/Old Vic FC and Fleetwood Cricket Club FC kicking off about 3:15pm. Don't forget Jim's Bar is open on both days for those all important refreshments. |
 | At Moor Park, Bispham this morning looking in on the two matches that were being played at the venue. Division 3B leaders FC Matrix were hosting Hampton Road Social Club and the Oxford FC were at home to Automedon FC. |
FC Matrix 2008/09
Hampton Road Social Club FC 2008/09
Referee Ross Swift with the respective skippers.
Jordan Cobb (Right)
Nick Devereaux (Right) claims he was being impeded by the defender.
FC Matrix go close from a corner and from the fall-out they create a chance down the right flank that just flies over.
Hampton Social fan Corey had some bad news on his mobile and was therefore in no mood for having his picture taken.
Jon Simmons (Left) and Westy in the middle of the Matrix defence.
Hampton keeper Monty is out at the feet of Devereaux.
Hampton Social manager.
The first goal came on about 20 minutes. Devereaux went around the keeper who got a glove to it but before he was back on his feet Devereaux had retrieved it before sliding it into the far corner. 1-0
FC Matrix manager Paul Cobb can relax a little.
Hampton go close at the other end but the keeper saves well.
Devereaux heads home his second. A peach of a cross from the right was perfect for the unmarked striker to nod home another. 2-0.
A minute later and Devereaux had his hat-trick as he danced around the defenders and slotted it home. Keeper Monty is shell-shocked.
He definitely needed a breather after all that.
“On yer feet son or it's the back of my hand”.
At half time the game was over and I was then lured over to Pitch 1 where the Oxford FC were hosting Automedon FC. On arrival it was 2-0 to the Oxford who went on to win this one 4-1. This match was the last of Automedon's 2008/09 campaign and they finished down in eleventh. The Oxford's win kept them in fifth and they still require at least another win to keep them there if they're to hold on to it. The Oxford are in the white.
Laid back enjoying the spring sunshine.
Chris Brown
Referee Colin Reidy.
3-0! Wes Standaloft (16 centre) slots home the cross.
Kirton & Wylie
It's half term and the 'Bispham Tuff's' art class has been busy in the holidays on their field trip to Moor Park.
He's there again. Standaloft (Centre) taps it in to make it 4-0.
'High Five Me'
'See ya later.'
Oxford manager Lee Kirton.
Darryl takes it off the top of the striker's head.
Big Sam shows a good touch.
Mr Standaloft in danger of rolling down the hill.
'I should have scored'………late Oxford sub Kirton rues a great opportunity to notch.
Sportspy 2008/09
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 | Easter Sunday morning on a warm and sunny Stanley Park. A busy playpark to keep the toddlers amused, and women's hockey on the astroturf providing a distraction for the dads. Oh, and Brun Grove were facing Fairhaven in a near top-of-the-table Division 2A clash. |
Brun Grove FC 2008/09 – no team pic of Fairhaven, they were still putting up the net
Young Charlie, tempted away from watching the women's hockey by an Easter Egg (hair by Pete The Barber)
Fairhaven FC, needing a win today to challenge Excelsior for runners-up spot
We're underway. Fairhaven played some nice football without result whilst Brun battled for possession
The early chances fell to Brun Grove, Fairhaven's keeper had to be on his toes froma couple of Danny Kelly efforts
Veteran Ref Tony Cunliffe. “There's no one fitter at his age except maybe Raquel Welch”
I bet they've not come to watch Brun Grove
Darren Swift (orange socks) puts Brun 1-0 up with a powerful header
2nd half, still 1-0 up and Brun are withstanding a bit of pressure from Fairhaven
Not for long though as a counter-attack leads to 18 year old Michael Long rifling home for 2-0
After the match, Ref Tony Cunliffe had to enquire about Swifty's well-being.'Are you feeling alright Swifty, that's the first time I've reffed you without sending you off!'
Brun Grove scorers, Michael Long (left) and Darren Swift
