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Despite a stirring second half comeback, the Green Reserves went out at the semi final stage of their Divisional Cup to a rejuvenated Appledore side that is looking to achieve the double under coach Paul Giles. Only a goal down at the break after their defence was caught for pace, the Green went further behind after a series of errors before rallying and having the better of the second half exchanges. With Reece Hagger outstanding at the back and a midfield that worked hard against very useful opposition, there appeared every chance of extra time being forced when Lee Bloxham took his chance well. However, a block shot somehow flew into the net past Shaun Dadd and that was that. Full report from the manager will follow on Match Reports link later.

Plenty of games called off again today with just one Kent County League match surviving [Stansfeld O&B Club 3 Cray Valley 0 which keeps the home side well placed for a title challenge]. Nearer home, New Romney gained a comfortable 4-0 victory over visitors Guru Nanak in Division One while the improved form of Lydd Town Reserves continued with a deserved point from a 1-1 home draw against University of Kent Reserves in the Eastern Reserves Division. Of the local senior sides, in the Kent League, Hythe maintained their bid for Ryman football next term with a 1-0 home win over Croydon while at Bourne Park Sittingbourne and Ashford ended all square at 1-1.

Turning to the Ashford Sunday League, the only Green game on this weekend is at Appledore in the morning when the Dores start hot favourites to win the Division Two Cup semi final tie against Phil Wedge’s second string. After some disappointing recent outings and a stop-start season, Wedge has challenged some of his players to start playing to their ability.

The only Green game on tomorrow (Sunday) is the Divisional Cup semi-final at Appledore (10.30 kick off)

SUNDAY’S GAME AT SMARDEN AGAINST TROGGS IS OFF DUE TO THE STATE OF THE PITCH AFTER TODAY’S GAME

Saturday 2.30pm update: THE CUP SEMI FINAL AT APPLEDORE TOMORROW IS ON

Friday pm update: ALL BROMLEY GREEN HOME GAMES ARE OFF THIS WEEKEND DUE TO WATERLOGGED PITCHES

Friday 3.30pm: SHEERNESS GAME IS OFF

Clearly the torrential rain early in the week followed by melted snow has left pitches in a sodden state. There is a pitch inspection later today at Sheerness [now off] and on Saturday morning a decision will be made at Smarden (Troggs fixture); and as soon as there is any news we will let you know.  No news yet from Appledore, so let’s remain hopeful! Any players or supporters in doubt are advised to contact the respective team manager before travelling.

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