Freshford United F.C

QUIZ NIGHT RAISED MORE MONEY - 04/02/12

We hosted a Quiz night again to raise money for the club and despite the weather stopping a few people making it we still had 54 people make it to The Bustard Club in Trowbridge who kindly hosted the event for us. We put on a ploughmans for everyone attending as part of their ticket prize and also had a raffle and some cash games inbetween rounds to increase the funds. We managed to raise £460.80 after all costs were paid for, a big Thankyou goes to Phil Little and Mark Birleson for preparing all the questions and delivering a very good quiz based on a school lesson for everyone. Thanks also to Chris Birleson for doing the food again and the Bustrad Club for letting us use their venue again. Thanks to everyone who heloed on the night and everyone who attended and supported the event.

SLACK AGAINST SEMMINGTON - 28/01/12

Freshford hosted Semmington Magpies in the League and should of continued their chase for the title but on the day it seemed alot of us were not switched on enough to contain Semmington. With the normal heated game taht is expected between the clubs it was business as usual with some hard challenges flying in and unfortunately a soft penalty was given against Andrew Backman midway through the half which Semington scored to take the lead. Freshford frustrated and hot under the collar switched off in many places and allowed Semmington to walk through us and make it two in five minutes. Freshford got themselves togeather a bit and Andrew Donald was bought down in the box in the last minutes of the half and stepped home to squeeze the penalty in to half the deficit. The second half saw us up our game a bit but not enough to get an equaliser and Semmington took the three points which was deserved and a dissapointment for Freshford and their title chase. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Adie Baker and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Andrew Backman for storming off the pitch midway through the half in protest against the referee.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 1 - 2 Semmington Magpies (1 - 2 HT)

BRATTON BEATEN IN A & B CUP - 21/01/12

Freshford travelled to Bratton in the A & B Cup on a windy day which didnt help the quality of football and with us playing against the wind first we were up against it. Mark Birleson forced a save from the keeper which came to Marcus Lewis on the edge of the box who curled it home nicely round the defenders to give us the first half lead. The second half did not improve and the wind still playing a big role in the game. Freshford were struggling to find that all important second goal Brattons hopes of an upset were increasing by the minute. Mark Birleson found the keeper somehow giving him the ball in open space and he made no mistake to return it over the stranded keeper in to the net to take us in to the next round. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Marcus Lewis and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Ryan Mortimer for trying to kick the ball and missing and falling over.

Final Score: Bratton 0 - 2 Freshford Utd (0 - 1 HT)

Away tie in 1/4 final - 16/01/12

Freshford have been drawn an away tie against Keinton Mandeville in the Quarter Final of the Somerset Cup who play in the Yeovil & District Premier League. The game will be played on Saturday 11th February 2011 at 1:45pm.

LOCOMOTIVES BEATEN IN CLOSE GAME - 14/01/12

Freshford hosted Locomotives FC in the Somerset Cup for the second time in 3 years and Freshford came out on top last time in the Quarter Final game away in Taunton in a scrappy 1-0 game. With an unchanged side Freshford looked to carry on from last week and on a heavy pitch it was hard work and it soon turned in to a battle with the opposotion putting in some hard challenges and soon a late challenge on Adam Hyde saw him have to be replaced due to injury and his replacement Elliott Smith only lasted ten minutes as he felt unwell and couldnt continue. With a unpredicted start from Freshford Andrew Donald managed to close down the Locomotives keeper on a back pass and squared it to Mark Birleson who chipped it over the returning defender to give us the lead at halftime. The second half continued as a heated game with both sides eager to win and both teams having good chances, midway through the half Neil Birleson found Mark Birleson who made no mistake making it two goals to the better. Locomotives did not give up and with 15 minutes reamining they managed to get a goal back after following up a saved shot with Freshford seeming a little distant thinking their work was done. The remainder of the game could of gone either way with both teams having chances but Locomotives looking like the team to take the next goal. But Freshford held on and a last minute goal line clearance from Sam Elkins helped Freshford progress to the Quarter Finals for the 3rd year running. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Mark Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Elliott Smith for his brief appearance as a sub.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 2 - 1 Locomotives FC (1 - 0 HT)

steeple AShton beaten by five stars - 07/01/12

Freshford hosted Steeple Ashton in the League for the first game back after Christmas, with a good start to the second half of the season crucial Freshford stepped up to the plate when a flick from Andy Donald found Mark Birleson just inside the oppositions half saw the keeper off his line and he looped it in over his head using the sun to his advantage to give us the lead after 5 minutes. Freshford continued to create chances and two clear chances went begging but midway in to the half Ryan Mortimer set up Mark Birleson for his second of the game. With the first half drwaing to a close Andy Donald was pulled down on the edge of the box which he slotted in the top right hand corner only to have the referee make him take it again as he didnt blow the whistle to which Andy Donald reply was to slot it in the top left hand corner to give us our third of the game. A few minutes later a good team build up found Dave Birleson who slotted it to Ryan Mortimer who slotted it through the crowd to give us four to the better at halftime. The second half started with Freshford being a little too relaxed and Steeple Ashton having a few chances but the defence holding firm, with ten minutes to go Mark Birlesons shot ended up with Phil Little who dribbled through the crowd and then slotted home through some players to give us the 5th and to kill the game off. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Mark Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Adam Hyde for chasing after his man he was marking although he was taking the corner and an attempted shot in the second half which he sliced massively.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 5 - 0 Steeple Ashton (4 - 0 HT)

points shared with castle combe - 10/12/11

Freshford travelled to Castle Combe in the league with expectations of 3 points after beating the new team easily in the first game of the season. Castle Combe have improved since the start of the season and started the game well creating chances and both teams were doing everything apart from scroing any goals. The second half saw much the same but with Freshford starting to put alot more pressure on but just failing to find the finishing touch when needed. With tenminutes remaining a free kick delivered by Ryan Mortimer was met by a Castle Combe defender who instead of clearing it he managed to put it in his own net. Freshford should of sealed the game up and taken the points but instead let Castle Combe break from one of our attacks and a 2 on 1 sitaution saw them find an equaliser with 5 minutes to go. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Dave Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Adam Hyde for instead of letting the ball roll out for our throwing he tried to control it and kicked it out for an opposition throwing.

Final Score: Castle Combe 1 - 1 Freshford Utd (0 - 0 HT)

MELKSHAM PROGRESS IN KO CUP - 03/12/11

Freshford travelled to Melksham Town Reserves in the Knockout Cup and with a few injuries and players away we started the game very well and were creating plenty of chances testing the home defence and after 20 minutes we were rewarded when Mark Birleson put Luke Giles through one on one with the keeper who he slotted it past to give us the lead. We continued to dominate the half but not find the second goal required but with minutes left in the half some slack defending Melksham got back in the game with a breakaway goal. The second half saw both teams tire on the big pitch and chances being created but no one finding the net. With minutes before extra time looming another defensive error let Melksham in to grab the winning goal. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Chris Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Mark Birleson for not bringing the Jaffa Cakes from last week and not wearing the forefit headband.

Final Score: Melksham Town Reserves 2 - 1 Freshford Utd (1 - 1 HT)

CLOSE CALL AT BROUGHTON - 26/11/11

Freshford travelled to Broughton Gifford in the league and were keen to secure the double over them this season. The game started off in Broughtons favour and were rewarded a free kick on the edge of our box after ten minutes which they scored from as our wall split and left a gap letting the ball through to give the hosts the lead. Both teams continued to create pressure and Freshford seeming to not get that finishing touch with the woodwork and broughton defence keeping them ahead. The second half continued at a good pace with Freshford eager to get a goal back it came with 15 minutes to go when Phil Little put the ball through to Adam Hyde who slotted home to bring us back level. With the clock ticking Freshford were the side who were looking like scoring the winning goal and with ten minutes left Adam Hyde was in the middle of it all again when he turned provider for Phil Little who tapped home to give us the lead and three points. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Adam Hyde and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Mark Birleson for a good run beating many players then kicking the floor instead of the ball when he tried shooting.

Final Score: Broughton Gifford 1 - 2 Freshford Utd (1 - 0 HT)

struggle at semington - 19/11/11

Freshford travelled to Semmington Magpies at their new ground in the A & B Cup. The game started off at an even pace with both teams creating chances and it was just a matter of time before a goal was scored and it was Freshford who broke the deadlock with a delivery from Ryan Mortimer found Mark Birleson on hand to give us the lead at halftime. The second half saw much the same as the first half but it was Semmington who found the net first witha looping header from a corner to give Freshford something to think about and we soon started playing some football and Neil Birleson latched on to a half cleared ball to calmly lob the advancing keeper. Semmington didnt give up and created a few problems for us but we held out to earn an away game to Bratton on the next round just before christmas. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Andrew Backman and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Neil Birleson for telling the ref he was the last to touch the ball on a corner/goal kick decision.

Final Score: Semmington Magpies 1 - 2 Freshford Utd (0 - 1 HT)

race night a success again - 12/11/11

Freshford held their third Race Night which was yet again another success and good night had by all. We held it at Freshford Village Hall again but had less people attending this time to lack of players involvement for various reasons but still had 59 people on the night. The Raffle mad £166.00, the betting £610.00, race sponsors £185.00 and the bar £411.50 which combined with the 59 peoples tickets and costs we raised £1132.92 which is a great total for the amount of people attending. Thanks to our sponsors CDP, Fonesolutions, Bath & West Fire & Safety, The Rising Sun at North Bradley, Dentons Directories Ltd, Ken Birleson and Hughie & Ruth Fulton. Also thanks to Chris Birleson for organising the night and all teh people who helped on the night to make it run smoothly and Mark Birleson for doing the bar along with Anne and Peri. Also thanks to the Race Night staff for all their hard work and everyone who attended and supported the event.

Home tie in next round OF SOMERSET- 14/11/11

Freshford have been given another home tie in the next round of the Somerset Junior Cup. We have been drawn against Locomotives who we played 2 years ago in the quarter finals, they play in the Taunton & District League. The game will take place on Saturday 14th Januray 2012 at 1:45pm.

nailsea beaten to last 16 - 12/11/11

Freshford hosted Nailsea Town Reserves in the Somerset Junior Cup and started the game very much on the front foot and within a minute Andrew Donald broke free and squared it across the goal for Neil Birleson to tap it in to the empty net then a minute later Andrew Donald assisted again for Mark Birleson to make it 2 goals in a matter of minutes. With about ten minutes gone a well placed cross by Andrew Donald again for Elliott Smith to put it in at the back post, then a few minutes later it was a Corner from Mark Birleson which Andrew Donald headed home at the back post. With a bit too much confidence we switched off for a while and let the visitors play with plenty of room and they were rewarded witha goal before halftime and then again just in to teh second half. We soon got our stride back and another assist from Andrew Donald set up Mark Birleson at the back post for his second of the game. Mark Birleson stepped up when we were awarded a penalty to make his hat trick and then to finish off teh game Luke Giles set up Mark Birleson for our 7th and his 4th of the day. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Mark Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Marcus Lewis for a missed one on one chance.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 7 - 2 Nailsea Town Reserves (4 - 1 HT)

EXTRA TIME WINNER IN KO CUP - 29/10/11

Freshford hosted Holt in the first round of the Knockout Cup and with a few people away we started the game off on the back foot by not starting with the desire that Holt had to win the game. A few missed cahnces form both teams saw halftime come with no score and Holt looking the better side. The second half saw Freshford start the better team and had the majority of play for the half and endless chances went begging with a many players missing chances to win the game. Extra time started much the same as the second half and within minutes soem good work by Jed Osborne and Sam Elkins lead to Sam providing a cross which Ryan Mortimer attacked and gave us the winning goal. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Ryan Mortimer and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Mark Williams for a shot in the middle of the pitch outside the box which went out for a throw in.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 1- 0 Holt (AET 0 - 0 AFT 0 -0 HT)

littles Last minute winner - 22/10/11

Freshford hosted Westbury United Reserves in what was another 6 pointer for both teams and we seemed to be the most eager to win from the start, a well delivered free kick from Andrew Backman found Andy Donald on hand to give us the lead after ten minutes. We seemed to switch off soon after and Westbury started creating chances and putting the pressure on our defence and a second penalty appeal within minutes was given which Westbury finished to bring the scores level. Freshford still not getting back to the start they had Westbury had a shot in the box which hit Dave Birleson on the arm who was only a yard away when it was hit and strangely another penalty was given which Westbury scored to give them the lead seconds before halftime. The second half started with both teams well up for the battle of the second half, it was midway through the half when Andy Donald was bought down in the box and picked himself up to finish from the spot to bring the scores back level. With the game looking like it was going to finish level both teams were pressing and not happy to settle for the draw and Freshford had the better of the chances with many bad misses by various players but a cross from Andy Donald found Phil Little at the front post who made no mistake glancing his header in to the net with only a minute to go. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Andy Donald and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Marcus Lewis for missing an open goal from 2 yards.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 2 Westbury United Reserves (1 - 2 HT)

TEAM NIGHT OUT THIS WEEKEND - 22/10/11

We are having a team night out this saturday starting after the game at the Rose & Crown then heading in to Bath about 7pm.

MELKSHAM TURNED AROUND - 15/10/11

Freshford hosted high flying Melksham Town Reserves in the league which may well proove to be a six pointer game for both teams. Melksham had the better start with Freshford loooking very nervous and too quiet for such a big game and Melksham were soon rewarded for their start when they took the lead after 20 minutes. This seemed to wake Freshford up and within 5 minutes a good ball from Waleed Bakali found Sam Elkins at the back post who found the back of the net from a tight angle. The second half saw both teams up for the second half but it was another assist from Waleed Bakali this time setting up Mark Birleson to give us the lead. With Melksham pushing to find the equaliser Freshford continued to battle well and contain teh visitors then with about 5 minutes left a ball over the top from Mark Williams found Mark Birleson again to give Freshford their third and the game. The teams vote for Man of the Match was given to Mark Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Adam Hyde for firstly going to Melksham thinking it was an away game and then for being one on one with the keeper he kicked the ball out for a goal kick instead of having a shot.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 1 Melksham Town Reserves (1 - 1 HT)

hOME TIE IN NEXT ROUND - 10/10/11

Freshford have been given another home tie in the next round of the Somerset Junior Cup it is against Nailsea Town Reserves who play in the First Division of the Weston Super Mare and District League. It will be played on Saturday 12th November 2011 at 1:30pm. The same day as our Race Night.

FIRST WIN IN SOMERSET CUP - 08/10/11

Freshford hosted West & Middle Chinnock in the Somerset Junior Cup in the first game of the defence of the title we won last year. With a different side available we started the game a little bit on edge and a few nervy moments early on were dealt with plus a good double save from Chris Birleson kept us in it and the visitors were throwing their all in to the game. We carried on trying to play our game and the visitors cleared a corner was picked up by Andrew Backman off the back post who delivered the ball back in nicely for Ryan Mortimer to head home from 6 yards to give us the lead 30 mins in. The game continued to be a good battle with both teams creating good chances but neither able to convert. With 20 mins to go Elliott Smith found himself in good space about 35 yards out tried his luck with a powerfull effort which sailed past the keeper caught out and giving us the 2 goal cushion and pass in to the next round. The teams vote for Man of the Match was given to Chris Birleson and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Marcus Lewis for messing up an easy one on one.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 2 - 0 West & Middle Chinnock (1 - 0 HT)

Out of wilts cup first round - 01/10/11

Freshford travelled to Swindon on the hottest day of the year to face high flying Queensfield Utd in the first round of the Wiltshire Junior Cup. With a scratch team we didnt really seem up for it and it was difficult to get going in the heat. With the opposition being weak in defence and strong up front we made a few mistakes and gave away a penalty and soon found ourselves 3 - 0 down and then Matt Attree pressured their keeper and forced an error which enabled him to steal the ball and knock it in the empty net. Unfortunately just before halftime we conceeded a 4th goal. The second half started much the same with not enough determination and another goal was conceeded after ten minutes then a good delivery from a free kick found Amdrew Backman at the back post who headed back across goal to find Phil Little who scored our second of the day. We couldnt find the next breakthrough and with ten minutes to go the hosts made it six and soon after Dave Birleson forced and error from their keeper again to get our third. Their was no vote for man of the match but the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Andrew Backman for his foul giving away the penalty.

Final Score: Queensfield Utd 6 - 3 Freshford Utd (4 - 1 HT)

First loss against seend - 24/09/11

Freshford travelled to Seend looking to continue their winning ways and with a few players missing and injuries we were slow to start the game and neither side were creating many chances. With a scrappy half coming to the end a Seend breakaway resulted in a penalty being conceeded by Chris Birleson and to give the hosts the lead at halftime. The second half started better from Freshford but could still not find the equalising goal. A few chances were not finished and we were unlucky to not earn a draw. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Waleed Bakali and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Chris Foley for putting his effort over the bar from six yards.

Final Score: Seend Utd 1 - 0 Freshford Utd (1 - 0 HT)

RACE NIGHT DATE RELEASED - 19/09/11

We will be holding another Race Night on Saturday 12th November 2011 from 7:30pm at Freshford Village Hall. We are looking for some businesses to sponsor the races at £25 per race. Tickets are £10 per person which will include food, please contact Chris on 07738 741477 for more details or tickets.

FRESHFORD END WANDERERS RUN - 17/09/11

Freshford hosted top of the table Trowbridge Wanderers in a hope to close the gap on the current league leaders. The game was set to be a lively one with Freshford looking for revenge from their only defeat in pre season came from Trowbridge Wanderers. With Matt Attree making his debut for Freshford we started the game full of energy and were creating chances against a sluggish starting Wanderers. After ten minutes corner from Mark Birleson found Waleed Bakali unmarked who headed in to the far corner to give us the lead. We continued to create chances and put pressure on our opponents who were continuing to make mistakes and then a free kick some 40 yds out was hit by Ryan Mortimer and it sailed in to the net with teh keeper only getting a weak hand to it. The second half started a bit better from the visitors but Freshford managed to contain the pressure and within ten minutes of the restart Ryan Mortimer battled well down the right wing and delivered a ball to the back post which Sam Elkins headed back in to the box where Waleed Bakali nade no mistake from ten yards to make it three goals for the day. Trowbridge made some changes and started creating and were rewarded with a consilation goal with about ten minutes to go. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Waleed Bakali and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Adie Baker for a sliced clearance that came right across our box which could of put Trowbridge back in the game if they had made use of it.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 1 Trowbridge Wanderers (2 - 0 HT)

COUNTY CUP DRAWS - 12/09/11

Freshford begin their defence of the Somerset Junior Cup at home against West & Middle Chinnock on Saturday 8th October 2011. The opponents are based down near Yeovil and play in the Perry Street Premier League. In the Wiltshire Junior Cup we have been given an away tie to Queensfield Utd on Saturday 1st October 2011. Our opponents play in the Swindon Premier League.

FIVE STAR AGAINST CASTLE COMBE - 10/09/2011

Freshford hosted newly promoted Castle Combe in the second league game with injuries picked up on tuesday a bare 11 started hoping for no more injuries and started the game slightly nervously dealing with long balls over the top and long throwings from the visitors. Good pressure from the whole team soon enabled Elliott Smith to break the deadlock to give us the lead after 15 minutes. Castle Combe created more pressure but couldnt break our defence and we gained our confidence back and with ten minutes to go Marcus Lewis doubled our lead with a good strike from the edge of the box. Minutes later a deflected shot found Mark Birleson in the right place to tap in for the third and with the last few minutes of the half a corner from Sam Elkins found Andrew Donald Jumping well to score a great header to all but finish the game by halftime. The second half saw both teams a little more laid back with a few chances being made but no one finding the next goal until good pressure from Andrew Donald with ten minutes left took advantage of a fumble from their keeper to give us the fifth goal of the day. The teams vote for Man of the Match was Andrew Donald and the 'Jaffa' was awarded to Ryan Mortimer for an awful sliced shot when in a good position to score.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 5 - 0 Castle Combe (4 - 0 HT)

Broughton Beaten in first game - 06/09/2011

Freshford hosted Broughton Gifford in their first league game of the season and started the game a little bit nervy with Broughton creating more of the pressure to start but Freshford soon found their stride and started creating some good chances unfortunately Luke Giles making his league debut pulled up injured midway through the half. Simon Kitchen came on instead and Andy Donald pushed up front and was immediately effective shooting from the edge of the box and putting us one ahead. Broughton replied well creating good pressure and had plenty of Free kicks on the edge of our box but could not find the back of the net. Whilst trying to play out from the back Broughton defenders were put under pressure by Andy Donald who was rewarded when he stole the ball from a defender and tucked it past the keeper to give us a two goal lead at half time. Both teams started the second half well but with injuries creeping through our side and some silly tackles in dangerous places Broughton had plenty more chances and Free kicks in good areas but could not score with some good saves coming from Chris Birleson. On the break Freshford sealed the game with Sam Elkins showing his hunger to attack and linked up with Phil Little to put him through one on one with the keeper which found the bottom left corner to get our third of the night.Stuart Lewis made his debut coming off the bench but unfortunately picked up an injury soon after coming on. The teams vote for Man of the Match was given to Sam Elkins and the 'Jaffa' was given to Mark Williams for a number of needless challenges around our box.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 0 Broughton Gifford (2 - 0 HT)

CLEAN SHEET AGAINST CHILCOMPTON - 30/08/2011

Freshford hosted Chilcompton in their final pre season friendly and found the opponents to be a young side who were very much a passing team who liked to play out from the back and gradually create their chances so Freshford had lots of work to do in winning the ball back. the deadlock was broken by Rob Little who was assisted by Mark Williams to give us the lead at half time. The second half was much the same as the first with Freshford having to work hard all round the pitch and Ryan Mortimer found our second goal with an assist from Rob Little.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 2 - 0 Chilcompton Sports (1 - 0 HT)

BETTER AGAINST BATH ARSENAL - 23/08/2011

Freshford hosted Bath Arsenal in their 4th friendly of the season and took the game to their opponents and were soon ahead with two goals from Andrew Donald one assisited by Rob Little. The visitors found their stride after this and got back in to the game and managed to get a goal back before half time. The second half started evenly until Simon Kitchen scored our third with an assist from Marcus Lewis. The visitors then upped their game again and got another goal back and could of had many more if it wasnt for a good performance by Craig Guthrie playing in goal for us. An great individual effort from Tom Jaukovic sealed the game for us and teh two goal cushion to see out the game.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 4 - 2 Bath Arsenal (2 - 1 HT)

BEATEN BY WANDERERS - 16/08/2011

Freshford hosted Trowbridge Wanderers in the third pre season friendly and we were outplayed by a team who wanted to win every ball and errors on our part resulted in the opposition getting 2 goals in the first half when breaking from our errors.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 0 - 2 Trowbridge Wanderers (0 - 2 HT)

Bradford beaten in friendly - 09/08/2011

Freshford hosted Bradford Utd in the second pre season friendly and got off to a very poor start again with not enough effort being put in all round and a quick corner put Bradford ahead after ten minutes. We didnt really improve after this and battled through till halftime lucky not to be behind by more than one goal. With some changes and a teling off at halftime we started the second half with a bang forcing a corner within the first minute and the cleared corner was sent straight back in to the box by Neil Birleson where Luke Giles headed home from close range. We continued to put the pressure on and within ten minutes Ryan Mortimer made a run in to the box and was brought down for a penalty which he tucke nicely in to the corner to give us the lead. We continued to be in control for the second half with Bradford tiring and not causing too many problems at the back some good passing football found Phil Little on the left side who crossed the ball into the box where Tom Jaukovic was on hand to slot it home to seal the game.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 1 Bradford Utd (0 - 1 HT)

fIRST FRIENDLY FIRST WIN - 02/08/2011

Freshford hosted The Lamb in the frist pre season friendly, with lots of new faces and a big squad we nearly had 2 teams one for the first half and one for the second half. The first half got off to a nervous start with The Lamb seeming more on the ball and us struggling to take from what we had been doing at training, once we started passing the ball around we started creating chances and midway through the half a blocked shot from Tom Jaukovic fell to Neil Birleson who slotted it past the keeper from about ten yards out. With ten minutes left in the half we switched off a little and some poor defending saw The Lamb equalising with a header from a corner. The second half saw 9 different players starting compared the first half where again it took a few minutes for everyone to settle in and a cross from Ryan Mortimer found Phil Little there to get the second for Freshford. With more chances being created Rob Little went through one on one which the keeper saved but Phil Little was on hand again to win a 50 50 challenge to get our third goal. With 5 minutes to go a penalty was conceeded by Mark Williams which Chris Birleson could only get fingertips too but not enough to save it.

Final Score: Freshford Utd 3 - 2 The Lamb (1 - 0 HT)

six-a-side success again - 16/07/11

We hosted our second Six-a-side tournament at Browns Park and despite the continuous rain we had all morning whilst trying to set up we managed to be about ready by the time the teams started turning up and the rain stopped which was a relief as well. The tournament got underway with all teams seeming to enjoy the day and only one rain shower during the tournament. Our side unfotunately lost in the Quarter Finals on Penalties which lead to the Final being between Castle Combe and Boomsbury which Boomsbury won 1-0.

The funds raised this year were not quite as good as last year mainly due to the weather but we managed to raise £599.55 which is still agreat help to our pot for new facilities. Thanks to the Referees on the day and all the helpers who made this event happen.

SIX-A-SIDE TOURNAMENT - 16/07/11

Freshford are holding their second Six-a-side Tournament on Saturday 16th July 2011 at our pitch at Browns Park. We have 16 teams entering this year and the first games will start at 1pm with the final scheduled for 5:30pm.

We will be having a Bar and BBQ again and would appreciate any help anyone can offer on the day and if you want to bring the family up to watch some games and have a catch up it would be good to see you. Any questions please call Chris on 07738 741477

 

Pre season training starts - 07/07/11

Freshford pre season training will be starting Thursday 7th July at 6:45 pm so arrive a bit before so we can start promptly. New players are always welcome call Chris on 07738 741477 for any information.