Bromley Green FC

Mark 'Spud' Smith

The club sends birthday wishes to former Peter Knott Memorial Trophy winner for the Most Improved Player, Mark Smith, who is 38 today

The Members’ Forum will now be on Tuesday 7 September 2010 at the ground after training at 8.15pm. All players are encouraged to attend.

The tracksuits are almost all sold … quite simply those with the cash up front take priority … email or ring Stan Donald [for his details click on Contact tab]

There are two home games tomorrow (Tuesday) but managers would like it stressed that all those players not actually selected are expected to train as normal

The local Bank Holiday fixtures didn’t throw up any surprises and our friends from Hythe Town easily won 3-0 away to a Lordswood outfit that seems destined once again to struggle in the Kent League top section. A crowd of 125 watched as Brendon Cass gave the seasiders a half time advantage with further strikes from Craig Thompson and former Ashford Town lad Ronnie Dolan settling matters during the second period.

Dulwich Hamlet and Tunbridge Wells replay their FA Cup tie on Tuesday with Eastbourne Town and VCD Athletic having another go the following night. A massive game at Winches Field on Wednesday as Herne Bay play host to Deal Town with both sides amongst the title hopefuls.

Jason Thomas: netted the decider

The Green Sunday Reserves boys took advantage of the wind in the second period against visitors Albion Eagles this morning to turn a 2-1 deficit into a 4-3 win. Daryl Hagger, Ashley Webster, Tommy Lockett and Jason Thomas netted the Green goals in a game of two distinct halves in which the pub team looked the hungrier for the bulk of the opening half hour.

Aaron Neil: top class performance

A good workout for all concerned with the Green’s superior fitness finally settling the balance. Top performances from Tyrone Calveley and second half substitute Aaron Neil complemented the experience of Charlie Clark, Shaun Curry and Tom Poyner as the home team took control. Full managers report to follow. Green squad: Mark Bennett; Ricky Milton, Tom Lockett, Tyrone Calveley, Reece Hagger, Ashley Webster, Emmanuel Awuni, Kenny Hallett, Ryan Fitzgerald, Jason Thomas, Aaron Neil, Tom Poyner, Daryl Hagger, Charlie Clark, Shaun Curry. 

Coming up: Saturday 3rds at home to Levin Athletic on Tuesday; Trevor and co welcome Aldington, also on Tuesday; and on Thursday Highfield are at the Swan Ground for a game with the Sunday Reserves. All the squads and build-up news on this website. Evening kick offs 6.15 please or it will be dark!

For Tuesday, Trevor Strand will go with the following squad against Aldington: James Howard, Tom Welham, James Cross, Kevan Strand, Brett Fewell, Paul Barron, Rob Clark, Ken Hallett, Jason Thomas, Ryan Norman, Ryan Fitzgerald, Craig Mannering, Andy Davies, Liam Smith, Kevin Quinn

Without strikers Harris, Collins, Mifsud and Cornell, the Green were clearly lacking in firepower on Saturday and had to settle for a 0-0 stalemate with visitors Saga. A really good contest, well officiated by Kevin Lee. Managers report to follow. Tomorrow sees Kevin Lee take the whistle yet again for the Sunday Reserves at home to Albion Eagles (10.30).

In the Kent County League Premier Division, there were some high scoring affairs and Woodstock Park have come down to earth with a bump after last season’s triumphs, being pointless after three games – the latest a 6-1 home humiliation by Lewisham Borough. Phoenix thrashed promoted Charlton Athletic Community 6-0 while once invincible Bearsted were trounced 7-0 at home by Cray Valley PM. Early leaders of the pack are Rusthall with a maximum nine points after their 3-2 victory over Canterbury City.

It was FA Cup day for several of our local clubs with the Kent derby at the Charles Ground ending Deal Town 2 Hythe Town 4. Goals from Andy Hadden and Aaron Robinson were not enough for the home side who were beaten by scores from Lee Winfield, David Cook, Craig Thompson and Brendon Cass. Norton Sports came through 2-0 at the expense of Banstead Athletic with goals by Lewis Rivett and Ashley Baverstock, while at the Culverden Stadium Tunbridge Wells clawed back a 3-1 half time deficit to earn a replay against Dulwich Hamlet. Keelan Mooney, Andy McMath and Benji Agana (in the last minute) were on target for the Wells in a game that kept the 172 spectators entertained throughout. VCD drew with Eastbourne Town 1-1 while Faversham will be looking for a good cup run to boost finances after seeing off visitors Pagham 2-0 at Salters Lane. A pleasing performance by Whitstable Town who kept a clean sheet at home to Croydon and progressed with goals by Stuart Vahid (2) and Gareth Cornhill.

In the Ryman Premier, it is a generally dismal scene locally with 5 of the bottom 6 sides coming from Kent. Folkestone Invicta and Margate have just a point apiece while Cray Wanderers, Maidstone United and Tonbridge Angels have yet to pick up a single point. Cray went down 3-2 at home to Tooting & Mitcham on Friday night while today a James Peacock goal proved of no avail to Maidstone who lost 2-1 to visiting Bury Town. Sutton United overcome Folkestone 1-0 while the Angels were far from their best against their visitors Harrow, goind down 2-1. At Crown Meadow, Lowestoft edged in 2-1 against the Gate while Hastings, who top the pile with seven points from their three opening games, gained a creditable goalless draw away to Hendon.

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WEST HAM UNITED

Watch it live on ESPN at the ground today after the Green-v-Saga match

Everybody welcome as always

The sun is out after a pretty wet and miserable week weather-wise and as always there is plenty to occupy minds at the Swan Ground this weekend. The Saturday firsts welcome Saga for a 3pm kick off this afternoon; while tomorrow Ashford Eagles are our guests [10.30am]. All the news and reports as it happens.

Fixtures revised***Click on Fixtures for updated list

Dave Smith previews the visit of Tony Gawler’s former club Saga tomorrow afternoon

Bromley Green v Saga Sports

Saturday we take on Saga in our last pre-season friendly before the season starts next week. Our 3 previous games have seen us gradually improve as the players match fitness levels rise, the newcomers to the squad are settling in well and the general shape of the side is developing.

Liam Smith: outstanding in pre-season

There are still a few issues for myself to sort before the big kick off next week as we will have some players carrying suspensions from last season, but the squad is strong and this will give the guys who get a first team place the opportunity to play well and keep it. Training for the first time was poorly attended on Tuesday, but with games on Tuesday and Wednesday I am sure this was a one off and not the norm, it is so important this week that we not only continue our improvement in our friendly games but the training commitment remains high as getting off to a good start in September will be crucial for the whole season.

Squad  C.Smith, M.Hadlum, T.Head, T.Perk, G.Mackett, L.Milton, R.Hayles, D.Barham, M.Howells, R.Greenfield, A.Mercer, D.Cornell, L.Smith, K.Hallett.

Squad to meet at the ground 2pm for a 3pm ko

Happy Birthday to Peter Stanley today [Thursday]

Don’t forget to have a go at the Photo Caption Competition … Trevor will be most disappointed if you don’t show an interest in his ‘other life’ … click on Competition and ping in your entry … a good prize as always

Thanks to our trainers

Tony Gawler [left] took the last Thursday night training session with another good turn out of seniors and youngsters mixing well and again it was most productive. As well as thanking Tony, Trev and Ian, I know the boys have loved having Rocky, Marc Collins, Matty Hadlum, Lee Milton, Ricky Milton, Steve Harris and others there every Thursday. Two players have recorded 100% attendance at pre-season training: Emmanuel Iwuni and Peter Missing … well done!

Rocky: big favourite with the kids

Decisions will need to be made as to where we train on Tuesdays in the near future once the season is under way. The MUGA should be ready but from past experience I won’t be holding my breath! And will it be big enough? These issues were to be discussed next Tuesday at the Forum but that has been put back due to our having two home games that night. If we hire somewhere again, will everyone chip in? Players are welcome to email me their views on training and I will collate comments for the Executive and Management Committee to consider … dhomewood@yahoo.com

Those wanting tracksuit tops should let Stan know the size needed [S,M,L] … he will be at the ground on Saturday afternoon … cash up front … they are selling like hot cakes, so don’t leave it if you want one …

 

 Essembee have called off Sunday’s first team friendly

BROMLEY GREEN & KENNINGTON GOLF DAY - 10TH SEPTEMBER ETCHINGHILL – names and deposits by Wednesday 1st September, I will be at ground Tuesday evening [Trev]

Message from Steve Mailey

* 4.30pm stop press: anyone thinking of watching the Croydon-v-Margate game in the Ryman Premier don’t bother as the pitch is waterlogged

* Bromley Green FC is featured in the September issue of upmarket magazine insideKent…click on the link on the right or below to view the photos and the write-up. Complimentary copies will be down the ground for all the read.  www.insidekentmagazine.co.uk 

Green Saturday Reserves-v-Mersham is on tonight despite some surface water

MoM Chris Pearson in action against Mersham Res

The Green continue their warm-up games at the Swan Ground tonight against Mersham first team [details below] but let’s have a quick look at last night’s senior results: Dover win 2-0 at Ebbsfleet in front of 1131 spectators in the Blue Square South. Maidstone slump 4-2 at home to Hastings and Tonbridge equally flopped on their own patch 3-2 against Bury Town in the Ryman Premier. Mixed fortunes for our local teams in the Ryman South with Dulwich Hamlet beating Whitstable 2-0 and Ramsgate still without a goal or indeed a point after 185 fans left Southwood disgruntled following a 1-0 home defeat by Chipstead. Dare one say they still need our Gazza there! Better luck for Chatham [2-0 success at Merstham] and Faversham Town who defeated Walton & Hersham 2-0. A disappointing crowd of just 122 at Salters Lane however.

Brett Fewell: already a big favourite at the Green

The rain poured down on Wednesday as the Saturday seconds welcomed Mersham’s first team and another fascinating contest developed. Kenny Hallett once again proved what an enigma he is with two brilliant headers as wide men Ryan Fitzgerald and Jason Thomas caused havoc. Although the visitors pulled one back when Ryan Norman slipped, Brett Fewell, surely a candidate for man of the match, expertly chested in a third. The game ended 5-2. For full report from Trevor, click on  Match Reports 2010-11.

More photos below from last night’s Sat 3rds victory … go to Bonus Photos for even more

Hurst and Stanley celebrate another goal

Ewan Stanley scores in last night's friendly

Tuesday night’s match between the Sat 3rds and Mersham Reserves was again very useful for both clubs as different ideas were tried out in preparation for the new league campaign. The Green lads emerged 5-2 winners thanks to goals by Kieran Hawkins (2), Ewan Stanley (2) and Emmanuel Iwuni; with Jack Waring and Craig Mannering netting consolation scores for the visitors. For full report click on Match Reports 2010-11. More photos to follow.

Wednesday night action at the Swan Ground starts at 6.30pm with the Mersham first team providing the opposition for Trevor Strand and company.

* Trevor Strand as you’ve never seen him before! Join in the New Season Caption Competition [click on Competition link above]

Monday night result: Folkestone Invicta gained their first point of the season in the Ryman Premier with a 1-1 draw away to Aveley

Ewan Stanley faces his father again tonight!

On Tuesday we welcome Mersham Reserves for the latest in our warm-up games. James Sloan and Eddie Fitzgerald are on holiday while Martyn Dalby has work commitments. Trialist Michael Possee could get his chance for the Green who need extra firepower up front to complete their plans for the new campaign. Likely Green 15: Dale Stringer, Peter Missing, Adam Jeffery, Michael Possee, Michael Dryland, Nicky Bacon, Tyrone Calveley, Ewan Stanley, Aaron Neil, Chris Pearson, Jamie Hurst, Shqipron Ahmetaj, Kieran Hawkins, Matty Jarvis, Emmanuel Iwuni. Reserves will be David Ogbonnah and Marcus Dalby. Kevin Lee will officiate and we hope to get under way at 6.15pm. Players to meet at the ground 5pm as notified please. Next up will be Mersham’s first team on Wednesday against the Saturday Reserves, again at the Swan Ground. Team news when it arrives. Don’t forget to ring or email Stan with your tracksuit size … he will have some at the ground on Tuesday [so if you are not sponsored, bring the cash please].

A hug from Danny Barham as Milts hammers in the third this morning

Mixed fortunes in this morning’s friendlies with the Sunday Firsts overcoming Artois United 3-1 [Liam Smith, Danny Barham, Lee Milton] and the Sunday Reserves not really clicking as they went down 4-0 to William Harvey. Reports to follow later from the managers [click on Match Reports 2010-11]. Midweek action coming up: on Tuesday the Saturday 3rds entertain Mersham Reserves while the following night Mersham’s first team are at the Swan Ground to meet the Saturday Reserves. Start both games as near to 6.15pm as possible.

Tom Scorer who made his debut against Artois

Those waiting for tracksuit tops, they have arrived. Either sponsorship or your own purchase. Payments to Dave or Stan and let us know your size [S, M, L]

Action from the Sun Res defeat to William Harvey today

Good to see Shawn Dadd at the ground today and let’s hope being amongst his clubmates cheered him up. Shawn is determined to be recovered in time to get a couple of games in before the end of the season but knows he must not rush things.

Happy birthday to Kevin Barrett who is 27 today. Kev is pictured [bottom]at the Reebok Youth Tournament in Bolton when he played for our youngsters.

Danny Hodges, John Gibbs, Kevin Barrett, Sean Gibbs, David Cook, Matt Gomez, Ross Turner