Durham & District Sunday League Match Reports

Barons Brace Puts Kelloe Into Semi’s

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-03-01T18:41:29+00:00

By Groundhopper

In the Durham County Football Association delayed Sunday Cup Quarter Final Kelloe Wmc entertained Staindrop wmc and a Fine 3-1 win made sure they joined fellow Durham Sunday League Sides Brandon Bay Horse and Hetton Lyons Cricket Club in the semi-finals. It was the Staindrop Wmc who started brightly and went ahead from their first set piece corner. This lifted Kelloe into attacking mode but came up against an inspired goalkeeping performance. Kelloe had numerous chances but just couldn't find the net. ! - 0 at half time. The second half started much the same as Kelloe dominated possession and as Staindrop tired, Kelloe created their chances. Gavin Barton finished an Ian Ward cross after 75 minutes to settle their nerves. Kelloe then pressed further and quickly went in front when Ian Ward dribbled through the Staindrop defence and rounded the keeper making it 2 - 1. Barton then scored his second when chipping the keeper with 5 minutes to go making the final score 3 - 1 to Kelloe In the Semi Final they entertain Hetton Lyons Cricket Club at Kelloe on Sunday 20th March Kick Off 10-30 in the Other Semi Final Brandon Bay Horse Travel to Birtley to Play Gateshead Sunday League Side Barley Mow Wmc on the same Date.

In the Leagues Domestic Cups New Durham Wmc Reached the Final Of the Presidents Trophy with a Hard Fought Home win over Durham Bede Lodge 4-2. First Half Goals, 2 From Nicky Marley and 1 From Mark Wild, And a Second Half Goal from Andrew Chester did the Job for New Durham.

In the League Knockout Cup 2nd Round Houghton Comrades were 2-1 winners at Sherburn Village Lambton Arms In the 3rd Round of the Competition , Langley Park Steelers travelled to Quarrington Hill Wmc , A game where the quality of the opposition showed with Steelers playing excellent football and Quarrington Hill being punished for mistakes at both ends of the pitch. Having contained the league 1 side for 20 minutes and creating a few chances themselves, Quarrington Hill conceded a penalty which allowed Langley Park Steelers to take the lead. Another deflected goal then saw Steelers take much more control of the game leading to a half time score of 0-4. Second half Quarrington Hill played better but still could not match Steelers for ability and but for some outstanding saves from Quarrington Hill keeper Doc Clewes the score could have been worse than the 0-6 full time score. Q Hill did play well in parts but the difference in quality was reflected in the score.

In the Quarter Final of the Presidents Trophy Washington Lambton Village were 3-2 winners at Coxhoe Wmc.

In the League Cup Sponsored by Spennymoor town FC Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Handenhold to play the Bird Inn, There was only ever going to be one winner in this game as the Lyons totally outclassed the home side. Hetton got off to a good start and after 5 minutes Daniel Moore was fouled in the penalty area and Keith Graydon scored from the spot 0-1. The Lyons had plenty of chances in the first half but some good goal keeping and clearances of the line and Jason Ainsley's rasping 25 yard drive that smashed against the cross bar kept the score down until just before half time good work between Keith Graydon and Michael Canavan and it was Graydon's shot that gave him his second goal and the Lyons to take a two goal lead. The second half was very much like the first with the Lyons well in control and Captain for the day Michael Canavan scored after 59 minutes, a great shot from Nicky Kane and the goalkeeper couldn't keep a hold of it and Canavan was there to put the ball in to the net 0-3. Warren Byrne finally got his goal with a shot from inside the box and the goalkeeper well beaten and the defender couldn't stop it from going over the line 0-4.

I think the home side were very relieved to hear the full time whistle as for most of the game they were totally outclassed and only bad shooting saved them from been defeated heavily.

The Weather again affected Games in the League with Only One game in the Premiership taking Place, Brandon Bay Horse winning 3-0 at Chester Hilda Park.

In the First Division all scheduled games took Place, Washington Arms got off to a great start in the Home Game against Burnside WMC with two goals in the first ten minutes. Danny Murray scored in the first minute and Gary Allen netted the second. Danny Murray increases the Arms lead with his second of the game on the thirty minute mark. Burnside get back into the game with a brace of goals, one either side of the half time break, from their man of the match Craig Ellison. However a defensive blunder lets the Arms in to increase their lead to 4-2 with fifteen minutes. Danny Murray missed a chance of a hat-trick by blasting a penalty kick wide of the goal. With five minutes to go the Arms finally kill off Burnside with a good individual goal from Michael Reay to make the final score 5-2.. David Hall struck the winning goal as Houghton Mill All Stars beat Gilesgate Moor Hotel 2-0 in a close division one encounter. Midway through the first half Mill's Nick Thompson lobbed a long high ball into the opposing penalty area where it struck the arm of a Gilesgate defender and referee Tommy Bulmer had no hesitation in pointing to the penalty spot. Gary Adey tucked away the resulting kick past keeper Scott Williams to put Mill ahead. On sixty five minutes Gilesgate were reduced in numbers when centre half Terry Patterson was dismissed for foul and abusive language towards the referee. Mill had just made a double substitution and the 'fresh legs' of Paul Rogerson and debutant Max Stoker gave Mill the upper hand against the ten men opposition. On eighty two minutes Stoker made a darting run down the right wing before crossing into the path of an incoming David Hall. Hall neatly rounded keeper Williams to slot home and give Mill a valuable win. Sedgefield Black Lion were 3-2 winners at Sacriston Wmc.

In the Second Division Chilton Wmc were 5-1 Home winners over Washington Lambton Village Inn, Chester Plough lost 3-2 at Waterhouses.

In The Third Division Only Two Games Out Of Five Were Played, Framwellgate Moor WMC Thumped Bishop Middleham Cross Keys 8-0, Michael Jones Was The Star Of The Show With 4 Goals For Fram, The Other Goalscorers Were Steven Carraher (2) And Jonathon Heslop (2). In Truth It Should Have Been By An Even Greater Margin As Fram Created And Spurned Dozens Of Chances. Bowburn Cooperage Lost 3-1 at Chester Easystreet.

In the Fourth Division promotion chasers Chester Cricket Club and Ferryhill Post Boy had to settle for a share of the spoils in a 1-1 draw. The Post Boy arguably started the better of the two teams, applying pressure without creating a clear cut chance until their winger was allowed to drive into the box, leaving two defenders behind, to slide home from a tight angle. This shocked Chester CC into action and they gradually pulled themselves back into the game and, with half time approaching, some good work on the right from Ryan Davidson led to a Michael Redshaw shot being parried into the path of John Adamson who finished from close range. The second half was a tight affair with very few chances created by either side, but the final 10 minutes saw Chester CC spurn three excellent chances to snatch victory. Framwellgate Moor Salutation travelled to New Brancepeth Wmc A tough game for the Salutation today after ,They never got going at all today with Brancepeth bossing possession from start to finish and to be fair to them we never looked like getting to the game. They played football throughout with the left winger no 15 I think and their no 11 rang ring round us and caused all kinds of problems. Early in the second half Brancepeth had a man sent off for a bit of handbags off the ball but it didn’t change the game at all, the sally had more of the ball but only managed one or two chances of merit. All in all a 4-1 win for New Brancepeth wmc that was well deserved. Kelloe Davy Lamp were 3-2 winners at Washington Honest Boy,.Ferryhill Dynamo’s crashed to an 8-2 Defeat at Langley Park Rams Head. Durham Garden House travelled to Albany Park to play Washington Colloiery,Colliery got going the quickest and took the game to the opponents strait away but it was proved to be a game was full of missed chances from start to finish. Colliery went behind midway through the 1st half when Durham Garden's midfeilder burst through to beat the offside trap and just touched the ball past the advancing Tom Hallam to trickle into the empty net. Colliery huffed and puffed but nothing was coming off until just after the hour mark when Tom Hallam caught a Durham corner and threw it strait to Drew Gray who played a great ball down the line to Craig Neal who crossed for John Kelly who put the ball into the net.

Johnson Hits Three to send Supporters Home

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-02-22T11:14:30+00:00

By Ground hopper

In the Quarter Finals of the Durham Football Association Sunday Cup Brandon Bay Horse entertained Hartlepool Supporters Association from the Hartlepool Sunday League. The Brandon Pitch at Dorlonco Villas was passed fit, very heavy but Playable. Brandon made the Home advantage pay as they comfortably won the Tie 6-1, A Hat Trick from Adam Johnson and one each for Michael Fort, Dave Lawson and Mick English, Star man for the Bay Horse was Gavin Mudd. Defending cup holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club deservedly progressed in to the semi finals of the competition but they had to work hard for their victory on a very heavy pitch at Boldon against Home side Boldon Shack from the South Shields Sunday League. Hetton started the game without a recognized forward due to injuries but it didn't stop them from creating some good chances early in the game, Chris bell had a great chance but his shot that went thru the keepers legs hit the post and went out of play, a minute later Daniel Moore had the ball in the back of the net but his goal was disallowed by the linesman for offside then minutes Chris bell saw his shot hit the bar after some good work from Steve Capper. Half time the Lyons well on top but nothing to show from it. Second half underway Boldon got in to the game a bit more but the Lyons defence was solid. Hetton got the breakthrough in the 73rd minute, a long ball from Tommy English and Leon Ryan flicked it on to Chris Bell and he chipped the advancing goalkeeper, great goal it took a long time but it was worth the wait 0-1. Both teams made changes as there was some very tired players and it was the Lyons sub Jason Ainsley that put the Lyons 2 goals up in the 90th minute, a free kick from 25 yards and he kept it low and the Boldon goalkeeper couldn't hold on to it and the ball was in the back of the net 0-2. Boldon did have a chance in injury time but Carl Beasley cleared the ball off the line.

The Leagues First Cup Final of the Season was decided in the JD Taxis Trophy Semi-Finals. Langley Park Steelers Entertained Chester Cricket Club, It the Langley Park Steelers came out on top in this semi final. Michael Redshaw headed home a corner to give Chester Cricket Club a 1-0 lead, which they held onto until conceding a penalty shortly before half time. Kieron Moralee who ventured forward and earned a penalty kick when he was up ended in the area. Liam Burn flicked on a Michael Quinn throw in and the skipper was felled as he took the ball across the box. Stepping up to take his first penalty for the Steelers, Jamie Clifford made no messing with a fine shot to the keepers right to level the scores. The second half saw the Steelers enjoy a greater share of the possession, but both sides managed to create decent chances to snatch a winner. Indeed, with less than 10 minutes to go, Chester Cricket Club saw an effort cleared off the line only for Steelers to go up the other end and grab victory. with 10 minutes left on the clock. Michael Nichol had entered the field of play 10 minutes earlier and he controlled a quality cross field ball from Chris Welch. He advanced down the right flank and then pulled the ball back for Jamie Clifford to hammer into the roof of the net from close range, 2-1 Steelers
There was still time for drama, however, as the Cricketers saw a goal chalked off for a hotly disputed offside, but Steelers held on to their 2-1 victory to reach the final. The game was good to watch for the healthy crowd.In the Other Semi-Final Waterhouses Fc crashed to a 5-0 Defeat at Washington Victoria.

Pelton ROAB Progressed to the semi final of the Spennymoor Town FC League Cup with a Hard Fought 4-0 win at Pelaw Grange Dogs. Elton Took the lead on 39 Mins Kenny Ball firing Home, In the 56 Min Pelton were awarded a Penalty Craig Marron ran up, and with a right footed shot the ball found the net. Pelton went further ahead in the 67 Min. Luke Kerry added the final touch from close range with the right foot. Then with 10 Mins remaining Anthony Davison found the net from six yards out with a speculative right footed effort. To make it 4-0.
In the Presidents Trophy Quarter Final New Durham Wmc entertained Framwellgate Moor Wmc And It Was New Durham Wmc Who Progressed To The Semi Finals Of The Competition Beating Framwellgate Moor 2-1, Mark Wild Opened The Scoring With A Great Goal In The First Minute Of The Game Framwellgate Moor Levelled On The Half Hour, Then 5 Minutes Later New Durham Took The Lead Again, The Second Half Saw New Durham Create Chance After Chance Hitting The Bar And Post On 4 Occasions, ,But Overall A Comfortable Win For New Durham.

In the First Round of the D and P Trophies Knockout Cup Washington Honest Boy entertained Sherburn Lambton Arms. The scores Level at 0-0 at the half time break, with the Honest Boy squandering 3 or 4 chances. Then early in the second half Lambton Arms scored with a slack piece of Honest Boy defending resulting in a good goal from Sherburn. After the end to end passage of the first half Sherburn whipped a cross in and there striker latched on to it to get another goal 2-0 then the Honest Boy fought back with Andrew Thompson rounding the goal keeper only to fluff the ball over the bar, which summed up the honest boys day hitting the post 4 times and another 3 yard sitter from Paul Craister. They finally got there reward when Karl Bell rose like a salmon to score from a corner. But Sherburn held on till the final whistle, well done to the ref who had a cracking game in tough wet conditions. Final score 2-1.Lumley Fc Cruised into the Quarter Finals of the Competition Following a Hard Fought Victory over Chester le Street Easy Street. Sean Henderson Gave Lumley An Early Lead, Only For Easy Street To Equalise Soon After. Then Alex Malcolm Scored Twice To Give Lumley A 3-1 Advantage & At This Point Lumley Were In Full Control, Only For Gary Jackson To Be Sent Off For Retaliation. Veteran John Lines Came Off The Bench To Provide Defensive Cover But Easy Street Soon Pulled 1 Back Then Ex Lumley Forward Wood Levelled 3-3. On The Stroke Off Half Time 10 Man Lumley Regained The Lead Through Gray. The Second Half Saw Sean Henderson Net To Regain Lumley's 2 Goal Advantage But Again Easy Street Replied, 5-4. Easy Street Were Then Reduced To 10 Men, As Easy Street Searched For An Equaliser, Lumley Broke & Won A Corner. From The Resulting Corner Victory Was Secured From an Unlikely Source, As Veteran Come Super, Sub John Lines Pounced On A Lose Ball, 6-4

In the Leagues Premier Division 2nd Placed Kelloe Wmc crashed to a 3-2 Defeat at Sacriston Cricket Club, and Washington JFC lost 3-2 at Sedgefield st Edmunds.

In the First Division the only game to be played saw Houghton Mill All Stars Travel to Burnside Wmc. Burnside WMC took the Honours in a 2-1 win, Mill lead after only five minutes when Gary Adey beat keeper the Burnside Keeper Dean Caris with a low shot from ten yards out into the right hand corner of the net. Mill's joy was short-lived however as Burnside quickly equalised through Alec Chapman whose speculative shot from thirty yards out deceived Mill keeper Dan Pearson. On thirty five minutes Burnside were unlucky not to go ahead when Jamie Fletcher was harshly judged to be off side knocking the ball into the net from six yards out after it had hit the upright. In the second half Mill had a glorious chance for a 2-1 lead when a Gary Adey shot was parried by keeper Caris to Paul Rogerson who with the goal at his mercy some how managed to scuff the ball wide. Mill keeper Dan Pearson made three excellent second half saves to keep the game at deadlock including a one on one with Burnside's Trevor Laidler. But it was Laidler who netted the winning goal heading in a right wing cross on seventy eight minutes to give Burnside the three points.

In the Second Division promotion chasing Coxhoe wick travelled to Chester Le Street to play the Plough In at the Riverside Complex. Coxhoe wmc maintained their good run of form with a comprehensive victory. Coxhoe started the game slowly and found themselves a goal down early in the first half. The scores were soon level when Luke Lavery swivelled in the box to drill a low shot beyond the Chester keeper. Colin Young scored two well taken goals in two minutes to give Coxhoe a 3-1 lead going into half time. Daniel Davis extended Coxhoe's lead when he lobbed the Chester keeper when put clean through by Simon Ord. Chester grabbed a goal on the break to reduce the deficit to two goals midway through the second half. Coxhoe were not to be denied the three points however as Paul Broom notched two goals in the final 15 minutes to give Coxhoe a comprehensive 6-2 victory. Pelton Fc crashed to a 6-2 Defeat at Chilton Wmc.

In the Third Division the only game played saw East Rainton FC beat Ferryhill Saints 3-2.Goals from Callum Hopps, Andrew Shepherd and Jonathan Gaunt did the damage for East Rainton. In this hugely entertaining Division 3 clash.

In the Fourth Division Ferryhill Post Boy were 4-2 Home winners over Dubmire Wmc, Quarrington Hill Wmc won 6-4 against Visitors Burnmoor Jkr, Another entertaining game between these teams which has produced 16 goals this season. Great for the neutral not so good for the managers. Quarrington Hill Wmc took an early lead after 3 minutes through Alex Clewes. Burnmoor equalised 2 minutes later. By the 26 minute Quarrington Hill were leading 3-1 after goals from Dan Beaney and Chris Winter. Half Time 3-1.

Second half Burnmoor started brightly pulling a goal back on 50 minutes, only for the Q's to grab another goal through MOM Chris Winter 2 minutes later to make it 4-2. But credit to Burnmoor who refused to give up and started to control the game and managed to get back to 4-4. But goals from Alex Clewes and Dan Beaney sealed the points for Quarrington Hill. Washington Colliery's 1st home fixture for 3 & half months ended 4-3 to the visitors Ferryhill Dynamo’s. The 1st half didn’t really get started until the 44th min when out rushing Gordon Harrison took down the Dynamo’s attacker resulting in a penalty which was put away to give the Dynamo’s a 1-0 lead at half time. The 2nd half was an end to end encounter with 6 goals coming in the last 20 mins. Colliery got the equaliser when Drew Grays corner floated strait into the net, not long after Colliery were awarded a penalty which was confidently put away by sub Mark Wallis. Dynamos didn’t give up and there persistence paid off when they got themselves an equaliser. Chris Grier restored Collieries lead after slotting home Craig Neal’s cross. That’s the way it stayed till 2mins from time when Dynamo’s got 2 goals in as many minutes to make the score 3-4, the final whistle went seconds after the restart.

The Following Games were cancelled due to the weather:
D and P Trophy
Davy Lamp v Witton Gilbert Wmc
Premier Division
Ferryhill Wmc v Langley Park Wmc
Newton Aycliffe Wmc v Hilda Park
First Division
Houghton Comrades v Washington Arms
Ushaw Moor CC v The Osborne Wmc
Sedgefield Black Lion v The Biddick Inn
Second Division
Bede Lodge v Netpark
Third Division
Chilton Lodge v Cross Keys
Pittington v Bird Inn
Shadforth v Cooperage.
Fourth Division
Garden House v Leonard’s
New Brancepeth v Salutation.

Dans Pilling Driver sees off Ferryhill

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-02-15T16:17:49+00:00

By Groundhopper

In the Quarter Finals of the League Cup sponsored By Spennymoor Town Fc; Second Division Sedgefield Net Park entertained Premier League Side Ferryhill Wmc. In a very close game Net Park edged it winning 4-3,. The scores level at 3-3 Stephen Turland scoring twice for the Net Park and One Goal from Dan Pilling, then the Game settled by a ridiculous 20 yard overhead kick that made Rooneys look average!! Dan Pilling scoring from 20 Yards with and Overhead Kick Final score Sedgefield Net Park 4-3 Ferryhill WMC the Other Game between Pelaw and Pelton ROAB was off Due to a Waterlogged Pitch

In the 5th round of the Alan Smith Trophy sponsored by Castle Insurance Ltd, Framwellgate Moor Wmc pitch was declared unplayable so the Tie was Transferred to Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Home Pitch at Murton.Third Division side Framwellgate Moor Wmc found The Premier League Leader Hetton Lyons Cricket Club to strong as Hetton Lyons dominated the majority of the game and had plenty of chances before they got their first goal in the 25th minute when Jason Ainsley was fouled in the penalty area and Keith Graydon scored from the penalty spot 1-0. Nicky Kane scored two goals his first came in the 53rd minute with a great strike that gave the keeper no chance, then seven minutes later with some great work in midfield from Ainsley who then threaded a ball through to Kane and he calmly slotted the ball home to make it 3-0.Jason Ainsley was in the thick of it again when his 30 yard pass to Chris Lawther and he squared it to Warren Byrne to make it 4 -0. Fram Moor came close to scoring minutes later but a brilliant save from Simon Bishop denied them. Byrne got his second of the game in the 83rd minute a quality ball from Tommy English and Warren Byrne's strike smashed in to the net 5-0.

In the First Round of the Ramside Hall Hotel Cup Winners Trophy the, Draw created a Chester le Street Derby. The Osborne Wmc entertaining Easy street, a scrappy game that saw both teams unable to pass the ball like they wanted. The Osborne enjoyed most of the first half possession but it never came to anything. The Second Half was the same at the First both side cancelling each Other out in Midfield with Both Keepers rarely called upon to make a Save. The Osborne broke the deadlock in the 85 min a Long Ball forward Found Lloyd McGee unmarked who dully lobbed the Easy street Keeper Mark Middlemas to Give the Osborne a 1-0 Lead, This Fired the Easy street into action with The Osborne Keeper Steve Barnes having to make two Good saves, also the Osborne Full Back Ben Connolly had to kick a Easy street shot of the Line with Barnes well beat, Final Score 1-0 to the Osborne.

In the 2nd Round of the D and P Trophies Sponsored Knock out Trophy at the Riverside Chester-le-Street produced an exiting seven goal encounter between Chester Plough Inn and the Washington Arms. The Arms took the lead almost from the kick off, Darren Green heading home a corner. Daniel Hill thumped the ball home ten minutes later to level the score but within two minutes Chris Morrison restores the Arms lead, further Arms goal from Steve Crame and a spot kick from Danny Murray sees the Arms cruise into the half time break. The second half opens brightly for the Plough; Mark Atchinson makes it 2-4 on the sixty minute mark and twenty minutes later Aaron Sheriff puts the Plough right back into the game, and however stout defending by the Arms sees them through to the next round. Langley Park Steelers FC progressed through to the third round of the Knockout Trophy with a 5-4 win in extra time. In what was a scintillating match against Pelton FC the one goal in extra time was enough to see the home side as victors. Pelton took the first initiative when they scored a brilliant goal from the left by-line and it stayed that way until the half time whistle. Steelers FC rallied back in the second 45 with four goals out of the seven scored with the first coming from Jamie Clifford to level the match. The home side then took a 2-1 lead with a solo effort from Ben Harris and then again to make it 3-2 with a Craig Thompson one on one with the keeper after Pelton had equalised once more. The visitors levelled yet again at 3-3 before taking the lead in the final stages to push Steelers all the way. With 4 minutes left on the clock the skipper ventured forward to meet a Craig Thompson corner and head us level to take the match into extra time. Robert Russell had a top game for Pelton FC and was named as their MOM but it was the Steelers skipper who received the MOM accolade from the visitors as he broke the deadlock and their hearts in the second 15 with another header from a Thompson corner that was flicked on by Liam Burn. Although, not a good day for any supporter as it was pretty cold but those that stuck it out certainly watched an entertaining game that was played in great spirit.Framwellgate Moor Salutation Travelled to Quarrington Hill Wmc, an pitch Inspection because of the weather was ok when the Referee deemed the pitch Playable. The Salutation started slow and could not string any passes together to get in to the game. This allowed Quarrington Hill to dominate the early exchanges, but failed to score. This carried on for the most half till The Salutation began to put more than 2 passes together. The change in game resulted in the first goal coming from Paul Innes. A good passage of play down the right led to the ball being played across with Paul Innes hitting it from the edge of the box past the Quarrington Hill Wmc Keeper keeper. To give the Salutation a 1-0 lead at Half Time. In the Second half saw Steve Hughes coming on for injured Innes, and within a few minutes Andrew Harle had played the ball through and with a great first touch by Hughes he slotted low past the home keeper. The third goal for the Salutation came soon after from skipper David Smith. It was something he has tried a couple of times already this season without any joy. A near post run from a corner and a glancing shot, this time taking a couple of slight touches on the way in to the net. The game carried on in the same vain, although the home team did start to pile a bit more pressure on after they made a couple of substitutions. This resulted in a penalty being awarded after a harsh challenge by substitute Dave Armstrong. This ended in a red card for the away side’s player, and also a goal for Quarrington Hill. There wasn’t long left in the game after that, Dan Beaney grabbed a consolation penalty goal with two minutes remaining for Quarrington Hill.The score could have been a Lot more but for some Cracking saves from the Home Keeper Doc Clewes.The Final score Quarrington Hill 1 Fram Moor Salutation 3. Coxhoe Wmc were 7-1 home winners over West Rainton Fc.

In the Tie Carried Over from Last Week Lumley Fc entertained Sacriston Wnc in the First Round of the Competition, The road to Wembley (well New Ferens Park) began at Lumley Park.Vistors Sacriston wmc took an early lead thanks to a superb finish. But the hosts, Lumley fc rallied & levelled when Alex Malcolm nodded home from a corner. With the scores level at half time, the second half began with chances at both ends. When Alan Thompson broke and played a 40 yard pass to Alex Malcolm who finished to make it 2-1. Only for Sacriston to level. The game went into extra time. With neither team able to find a break through and penalty's looming Sean Henderson was able to race clear, score & win the game for Lumley FC

In the Bishop Auckland Heart Foundation Trophy Kelloe Wmc entertained Darlington Sunday League Side Darlington Haughton Grey Horse a decent game which was played on a very heavy Field both teams weren't at 100% and you could tell that on the pitch with a host of missed chances. Haughton had the better opening of the game and should have taken chance when they came but as the game wore on Kelloe started passing the ball well and took control of the match and played some good football, then a goal for Kelloe with 8 mins to go, put Kelloe into the Next Round .Two sides from the League met each Other Premier League Side Brandon Bay Horse Travelled to First Division side Houghton Comrades. Houghton just about deserved their victory after a slow start from the Bay Horse, The Comrades 2-0 after30mins however Brandon had a few good chances in the first half without really testing the keeper.2nd half the Bay Horse on top but Houghton Comrades still looked comfortable and Defended well .The Bay Hose got 1 back with 20 minutes left and also missed a last min pen. Final score 2-1 to the Comrades.
In the Premier Division the Only Game Played saw Sedgefield st Edmunds beat Visitors Sacriston Cricket Club 3-1,The Cricket Club started the game ok and they created a few promising situations in and around the Sedgefield area without getting any worthwhile shots on there goal, the weather conditions and the state of the pitch were not conducive to playing good football and at least the Cricketers were trying to play football the passes were not sticking and Sedgefield played the conditions better with a much more direct style of play.On 35 minutes Sedgefield went 1-0 up following a header from a corner which squirmed underneath Marc Hall in the Sacriston goal with Marc Baden having lost his man .Half time came and went and then on 47 minutes Sedgefield went 2-0 up when Dean Smith miss judged the flight of the ball and allowed his man to get in on goal and his shot was well saved and the danger seemed to have passed with Sacriston getting men back to defend but the same Sedgefield player managed to get hold of the ball and smash a shot in at the near post from a tight angle.On 64 minutes the Cricketers did get one back when Rob Draper headed in Gary Draper's corner at the far post but a minute later Sedgefield went urther ahead when John Robson hesiatated in defence and allowed the Sedgefield forward to take the ball into the box where he found himself one on one with the keeper and he finished superbly into the bottom right corner. Sedgefield had further chances to extend there lead when Brian Fairhurst hit the post from a tight angle which was well saved by Cricketers Keeper Hall.Final score 3-1 to Sedgefield
In the First Division Birtley Barley Mow Inn were 2-1 winners at Burnside Wmc, Ushaw Moor Cricket Club crashed to a 6-3 Home defeat from Visitors Gilesgate Moor Hotel, After losing 8-0 the previous week Houghton Mill All Stars bounced back with a fine 1-0 win against Fatfield Biddick Inn, this was a good competitive game throughout played in great spirit by both sides. The only goal of the game was after fifty minutes - Mill's Chris Rogerson brought the ball out of defence and made a neat pass to David Jane on the left wing. Jane crossed the ball into the goal area where an attempted clearance by the Biddick defence fell to David Hall lurking on the eighteen yard line. Hall fired the ball goalwards and into the net off the inside of the post.

In the Third Division East Rainton FC travelled to High Handenhold to play the Bird Inn, in a very entertaining game East Rainton beat High Handenhold Bird FC 6-3 in an epic division 3 clash. Steve Spence with a hat trick, Jon Gaunt with 2 and Steve Shepherd did the damage for East Rainton.Houghton Chilton Lodge were 3-1 winners at Bishop Middleham Cross Keys .New Durham Wmc won their 8th league game of the season beating local rivals Bowburn Cooperage 8 -1, New Durham kicked against a blustery wind first half but still went in at Half Time 2-1 up, second half, New Durham took control of the game and scored a further six goals to take another 3 points

In the Fourth Division Games at Durham Garden House and Burnmoor were cancelled due to Waterlogged Pitches, Chester Cricket Club entertained Dubmire Wmc; But the Misfiring Cricketers lost 4-1. Despite taking an early lead through Simon Masters, a disappointing first half performance saw Dubmire go in 2-1 up at half time. There was an improved second half performance from the Cricketers, but as they pushed forward to try and find an equaliser Dubmire struck twice more to round off a deserved victory. Langley Park Rams Head lost 8-5 at Ferryhill Dynamo’s. Washington Colliery took on top of the league New Brancepeth Wmc , only just managing to get 11 players, With many players playing 1st games and out of position the individual and team performances were more important than the result which is just aswell as New Brancepeth won 6-0. From a Colliery point of view the game had 3 major talking points..... 1- Mark Smith's excellent save of a goalbound header....... 2- Craig Neal's last minute MISSED penalty........ 3- Paul Short's 35 yard volley which flew into the back of the net, unfortunately though it was into his own net.

Byrnes Four puts out the Vics

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-02-01T16:15:13+00:00

Sunday 30th January 2011
By
Grasshopper

In the 1st Round of the Ramside Hall Hotel Cup winners Cup Hetton Lyons Cricket Club were 7-0 winners at Washington Victoria. Hetton Lyons had this game won with 6 goals in 32 minutes. Top scorer Warren Byrne got the Lyons on their way after 7 minutes, a cross from Johnny Butler and Byrne made no mistake with his header 0-1. Five minutes later good work between Byrne and Chris Lawther and it was Lawther's shot that gave the keeper no chance 0-2. Byrne got his 2nd of the game when he was fouled in the penalty area and slotted home the penalty 0-3 after 29 minutes Chris Bell got on the score sheet he cleverly beat the defender on the bye line and the strength of his shot beat the goalkeeper 0-4. Two minutes later and a sublime ball from Jason Ainsley for Lawther to run on to and he gave the goalkeeper no chance 0-5, a minute Byrne got his hat trick after Chris Bell's shot was saved and Warren Byrne was first to react to put the ball in to the net 0-6.Second half and Washington kept battling away to score but without any luck and on the 75th minute Keith Graydon Chipped the ball to Ainsley and he knocked it to Byrne to get his 4th of the game 0-7. Credit to both teams played in good spirit on a very heavy pitch

In the 5th Round of the Alan Smith Trophy Fatfield Biddick Inn entertained Handhold Bird Inn, Goals from Gav Grieves, Stuart Anderson two each for Kyle Dinsdale and Dave Jackson and a Hat Trick from Lee Baxter, put the Biddick in the Quarter Finals with an 8-3 win. Chester Osborne also progressed with a 6-0 Home win over Ushaw Moor Cricket Club.

In the 4th Round of the League Cup Kelloe WMC FC travelled to Houghton, to play Houghton Comrades. Kelloe went close early on as Alex Wilson hit the bar from a corner but it was the home side who deservedly took the lead with a great headed finish. Kelloe then missed chances to equalise before Gavin Barton fired home after 30 mins. Kelloe then pressed and took the lead when man of the match Kieran Megran chipped the keeper from outside the box. Stuart Thompson then quickly added a third before John Jury Scored making it 4 - 1 at half time. In the second half Kelloe dominated and missed several chances before Gavin Barton slotted neatly home. Barton then scored from a corner to complete his hatrick and the final score 6 - 1.In the Fourth Round of the Presidents Trophy a cup game that should have been played November last year ended but was cancelled due to the weather .Dubmire wmc travelled to play Bede Lodge Social, It was Dubmire who took the lead with 20 minutes gone and it stayed that way until half time. Shortly after the restart Bede Lodge equalised with a penalty, scored by Paul Richardson that resulted in a Dubmire player being sent off. Soon after another penalty was awarded and Paul Richardson scored again. Paul Richardson then scored a further 2 goals to make it 4 - 1. Dubmire then pulled a goal back before Neil Murray sealed the victory for Bede to make the score 5 - 2.In the 3rd Round New Durham Wmc were 4-3 winners at Ferryhill Postboy.In the Bishop Auckland Heart Foundation Trophy and all League Tie saw Chilton Wmc entertain Brandon Bay Horse, with the winners away to Houghton Comrades in the Quarter Finals. The Bay Horse was the stronger side winning 3-1 thanks to goals from Michael Fort, Dave Lawson and John Blades.

In the Premier Division Sacriston Cricket Club Travelled to Newton Wycliffe Waco , Aycliffe took the game to Sacriston from the start but goalkeeper Richardson had to make a couple of good saves to keep out the counter attacks. The game changed dramatically in the 60th minute when a left wing break from Sacriston led to Beggs planting a free header into the net to give Sacriston the lead. A few minutes later Aycliffes Brassel was sent off for a dangerous tackle on an opponent,Aycliffe threw on three substitutes, but found it difficult to adjust to the new set up.Sacriston scored three more good goals with the Aycliffe defence in disarray, and what had started as a good performance by Aycliffe turned into a rout. Chester Hilda Park entertained Washington Jkr This being Hilda Parks first Game since the 14th November. Washingtons midfield bossed the first half and poor defending let Hilda Park down, Hilda Park came back better in the second half but didnt finish any chances and Washington became dominant again winning 3-0. Sedgefield st Edmunds lost 3-1 at Langley Park wmc.The Game at Pelton ROAB against Ferryhill Wmc was cancelled due to the weather.

In division one Burnside Wmc were hosts to the Washington Arms. Burnside took the lead mid way through the first half when a quick free kick caught the Arms asleep, Carl Finch lobbing Arms keeper Ramsey from the edge of the box. The Arms retaliated with some fine play but the good approach work was let down by some poor finishing. Ten minutes before the end the Arms draw level, youngster Gary Allan heading home from a free kick. Both teams go all-out in search of a winner, the Arms centre forward Chris Morrison sees a tremendous rebound to safety off the post, from the restart Burnside pile forward and when the Arms fail to clear their lines Jack Cains forces home at the second attempt to earn Burnside all three points, Burnside winning 2-1. Langley Park Steelers had a Fine 3-1 Home win over Gilesgate Moor Hotel. The Game at Birtley between the Barley Mow and Sedgefield Black Lion was cancelled due to a Frozen Field.

In the second Division Sedgefield NETPark entertained Washington Lambton Village Inn
Sedgefield started the better of the two teams and took the lead on 10mins when Peter Sedgewick finished well from 18yards. Washington equalised after some slack marking at the far post allowed an unmarked Washington striker to head in the ball in at the far post. Then a mix up in the Washington defence allowed Sedgewick to pick up a loose ball and play in Ryan Boardmans well timed run he finished well, 2-1 at the interval. Sedgefield again started the brighter of the two sides with Washington not causing too many problems. Sedgefields Martin Broom broke free and was hauled down by the Washington CH. He was last man but no card was issued, Peter Sedgewick scored from the spot 3-1. Nick Walker replaced Sedgewick and wont forget his first touch, a rash tackle in his own box, penalty to Washington 3-2, game on. Another similar play by Sedgefield had Broom tearing down on goal again this time the tackle was slightly mistimed another penalty, Dan Pilling put it to the left corner but the Washington keeper saved well. Sedgefield played out the game and picked up the three points.Coxhoe wmc were 3-0 home winners over Chester Plough Inn, Lumley Fc crashed to a 5-1 Defeat at Sherburn Lambton Arms and Pelton Fc were 3-2 winners at West Rainton Fc.

In the Third Division Witton Gilbert WMC entertained Chester Easystreet, A very good end to end game played in Great Spirit by both sides and superbly refereed by Chris Bramley.A pitch inspection by the ref at 9.45 deemed the field playable and a fast end to end match resulted. Witton Wmc went 1 up through David Callcutt scoring from 15 yards in the 20th minute. Just before half time Easystreet were correctly awarded a penalty but the resultant kick was superbly saved low to his left by John Smith to keep it at 1-0 at the interval.Witton Wmc were 2-0 up when a superb left foot drive from Scott Embleton flew into the top corner but Easystreet never gave it up and got back into the game almost immediately at 2-1,Easystreet levelled the scores 15 minutes from time ,the last quarter hour could have gone either way and really a draw was probably about right on the day. Both sides deserve praise for the way in which the game was played but special praise should go to the referee who never put a foot wrong the whole game.Pittington Fc lost 6-1 at Houghton Chilton Lodge , Bow burn Cooperage travelled to Ferry hill Saints and shared the Points in a 2-2 Draw. The Games at Bishop Middleham and Shadforth were cancelled due to Frozen Pitches.

In the Fourth Division Chester Cricket Club travelled to Kelloe to play the Davy Lamp, The Cricketers Run Out 9-1 victors. A hat trick from man of the match Darren Redfearn, two goals apiece from John Sexton and Jonathan Haggerty, and a goal each for Dan Irving and Phil Forster led to a comfortable win for the Cricketers. An own goal gave Kelloe Davy Lamp their consolation goal. Washington Honest Boy Travelled to New Brancepeth Wmc, A very poor performance in the 1st half by the Honest Boy fc resulted in conceding 7 by half time. After a half time team talk the Honest Boy began to fight back in the second half having the lions share of possession and a few good chances but to no avail final score 8-1 to a well deserved New Brancepeth Wmc side.. A good all round performance from Washington Colliery today in the away game at Chester Leonards Fc. The result could have been a lot different if it wasn't for some excellent goalkeeping from stand in goalkeeper Dave Gillham and some missed chances at the other end. Colliery took the lead when a Gav Neal corner led to a goalmouth scramble and Andy McIntyre blasted home apparently via a deflection off Mark Wallis, the second goal came when Matty Davison's low cross was tapped in by a grateful Craig Neal. The score stayed 2-0 until Andy McIntyre decided to lob the keeper from 25yards out to make it 3-0 no doubt that goal was his. 4-0 came when sub Shaun Davies scored following up after Leonards keeper saved his initial shot. A good performance from all, a much deserved and needed win.Ferryhill Dynamos were 4-1 winners at Durham Garden House, while Langley Park Rams Head won 7-3 at Burnmoor JRS

Ryans double put Lyons Through

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-02-01T16:08:41+00:00

Sunday 23rd January 2011
By
Groundhopper

In the 3rd Round of the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup the league had three Teams left in the Draw, Holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club, Kelloe Wmc and Brandon Bay Horse.
Cup holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club travelled to Sunderland to play Sunderland Sunday League side Humbledon and Plains Farm Wmc. Hetton almost took the lead after 3 minutes but Warren Byrne's shot hit the post with the Plains Farm keeper well beaten but the Lyons were a goal down after 17 minutes with the Lyons keeper having no chance. The Lyons were soon back on level terms with a cross from Chris Bell and Leon Ryan's header found the back of the net 1-1 with 20 minutes gone. Three minutes later they took the lead, a free kick from the right hand side from Steve Capper and Leon Ryan out jumped the home defence to score a with a great header 1-2. Plains farm equalized after 42 minutes after the Lyons failed to clear the ball from a corner 2-2.The home keeper was in the thick of it again when he pulled off another great save from Steve Capper but in the 45th minute Capper got on the score sheet, good work from Byrne to work his way into the penalty area and he was brought down by the defender and Steve Capper slotted the ball home from the penalty spot 2-3.Second half and the home keeper was the kept busy with some fine saves and the Lyons deservedly scored again in the 75th minute with a well worked goal a corner from Capper to the front of the 6 yard box and Carl Beasley nipped in to beat the defender and the keeper 2-4. Plains Farm kept the game alive on 90 minutes with a scrambled goal that made it 3-4. Injury time and the Lyons were looking for another goal this time a cross from the left hand side from Steve Capper and Richard Hodgson got the final touch to make it 3-5 at full time. God win for the Lyons on a very heavy pitch, could have been more goals but credit to the Plains Farm keeper
Kelloe entertained Sunderland Sunday League Side Grangetown Florists .Kelloe pressed early and quickly went 3-0 up with 2 neat finishes from Gavin Barton and a great half volley finish from strike partner Ian Ward. Kelloe then dominated the game and Gavin Barton finished a first half hatrick when his pressure forced the Florists keeper to miss kick and left the striker with a tap in, 4-0 at half time. After the break a clever through ball from Chris Smith found midfield runner John Jury who calmly slotted home. Gavin Barton then finished well for his fourth and substitute Stephen Carruthers finished making the final score 7-0.
Brandon Bay Horse entertained Gateshead Sunday League Side Gateshead Belle Vue, a goal each from Michael Fort and One from Dave Lawson gave them a 2-1 Home win.

So the Quarter Finals Now Look Like This

Brandon bay horse v Hartlepool Supporters AthleticKelloe wmc v Staindrop WmcFarringdon Social v Barley Mow wmc
Boldon Shack v Hetton Lyons Cricket Club

In the Heart Foundation Trophy High Handenhold Bird Inn were beaten 5-1 by Visitors Staindrop wmc.

In the Alan Smith Trophy the Big Shock of the Day was East Rainton Fcs 5-1 Home win over Premier Side Pacemakers Newton Aycliffe Wmc. East Rainton FC put the performance of the season in to beat premier league side Newton Aycliffe WMC 5-1. After falling behind to a penalty, Rainton rallied with a hat trick from John Gaunt and goals from Dave Hopps and Steve Spence.

In the League Cup Chester Osborne Wmc travelled to Sedgefield St Edmunds. Both teams had chances in the first half, the half Time score 0-0. Both teams looked busy from the second half whistle with further chances at each end. The Osborne were awarded a Penalty when Forward Chris Winn was pulled down, Winn stepped up to take the penalty, firing into the Bottom Corner to put the Osborne ahead. Further pressure came from Premier League St Edmunds in the dying stages of the game but The Osborne held on to progress to the next round. New Durham Wmc Travelled to Premier League Side Ferryhill Wmc Ferryhill took the lead through a New Durham Defenders Own Goal on the half our mark, Ferryhill leading 1-0 at Halftime, the second half started the same as the first, Ferryhill going further ahead due to another own Goal. New Durham hit back with a strike from Gavin Joyce, to make it 2-1, but 5 minutes from the end the ref awarded a penalty to Ferrhill.,final score 3-1 ferry hill wmc, Dubmire Wmc entertained Gilesgate Moor Hotel,Dubmire were the better team throughout, Gilesgates Keeper had a tremendous game and managed to keep Dubmire at bay with some outstanding saves from Fenwick, Maddison,Jordison, Thompson ,Dubmire got the goal they deserved when Jordison was given the ball from Fenwick and he played an inch perfect pass to Maddison who after watching the ball drop over his shoulder volleyed it into the top corner with the keeper getting a hand to it but unable to keep it out .A well deserved win for the Dubmire 1-0.Pelaw Grange Dogs Travelled to New Brancepeth Wmc .It was the home side who started the better, having most of the possession but Pelaw were defending very well, then after 22 minutes a clever free kick from David Donnelly played down the inside of the penalty area found Andrew Tippins who managed at full stretch to connect with the ball and divert it past Hall the Bancepeth Keeper. Ten minutes later Neil Worley made it 2-0 after being laid off by Fleming in the area, but he still had some work to do and he evaded a defender before finding the top corner with a good left foot finish. Early in the second half Pelaw had the chance to increase their lead from the spot after a handball in the area, and Worley calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner to make it 3-0. Shortly after the hour mark it was 4-0 when David Donnelly found the net with a very good finish after the keeper got caught out of position, and he curled it over the last defender into the far corner from just inside the box. Pelaw then made a change bringing on Anthony Nicholson for Neil Worley up front and he almost scored after a one-two with David Carter saw a header well saved by Hall in goal. Craig Bain then also went close hitting the bar with a header from a Donnelly corner. Another change for Pelaw saw Paul Curry replaced by Chris Gosnell in the centre of midfield. New Brancepeth had a few chances with Ricky Box pulling the strings in midfield but Wayne Laws played very well in the Pelaw goal was equal to anything thrown at him, and Pelaw defended well throughout to hold onto a clean sheet. Shadforth Plough welcomed Pelton, hoping of a Giant Killing but it was not to be, the premier league side showed there class in a 5 0 victory. The Plough defended well in the opening 20 minutes, but a shot from the edge of the area was blocked and fell to Garry Dryden A great left footed finish from just inside the box, Shadforth then messed up with the kick off and Pelton grabbed their 2nd in a minute, when Craig Mickle fired home from long range with a superb left foot goal, following a through-ball from Kenny Ball. It stayed like that until half time. 0-2. Pelton would go onto to grab 3, 2nd half goals 57 min Kenny Ball supplied the through-ball, and Luke Kerry found the net from just inside the box with a superb right footed effort. 64 min Craig Marron is fouled in the box, and Luke Kerry slotted home with a fine right footed finish. 67 min Craig Marron supplied the through-ball, and Craig Mickle found the net from just inside the box with a tremendous left footed effort. Shadforth showed grit and determination and played until the end, they hit the bar through Ryan Ascherl and Stephen Maddox had a goal disallowed. Ryan Ascherl also had a chance with a header which the Pelton keeper Scott Cresswell saved.

In the 2nd Round of the JD Taxis Trophy Chilton Wmc were 2-1 winners over Ferryhill Post boy. In the presidents Trophy 4th Round Waterhouses Fc beat visitors Sherburn Lambton Arms 6-2.

In the Premier Division Washington JFC crashed to a 3-0 defeat at Langley Park Wmc.

In the first division Washington derby Fatfield Biddick Inn came from behind to soundly beat local rivals Washington Arms 4-1. David Fittes opened the scoring for the Arms with a power full header on the twenty minute mark, man of the match Lee Baxter equalised with first of his four goals shortly before half time. Fatfield dominate the second period and three goals from Baxter ensure Fatfield take the three points. Houghton Mill All Stars travelled to Sacriston to play Sacriston Wmc, The game started fairly even, with both sides having half chances. Houghton took the lead with a long ball over the top, same again for the second, defensive errors from the Sacriston centre halfs led to Houghton breaking through and scoring again. 2-0 to the visitors at half time.Sacriston started much better in the 2nd half, with more possession and creating several chances, their goal came from a forward run from centre half Gary Varty, and he went past 3 Houghton players before slipping the ball through for Ben Sanderson to curl past the goal keeper. As Sacriston went looking for an equaliser, they became stretched, On a boggy pitch they started to tire, Houghtons 3rd came late on, some nice work down the left wing aloud the winger to cut inside and poke it past the keeper. Sacriston continued to try but even with lots of possession in the Houghton half they lacked a goal threat. Final Score Sacriston wmc fc 1-3 Houghton Mill. Sedgefield Black Lion hadnt played since October, whilst Barley Mow had been visibly improving of late and the first 30 minutes certainly showed this as Barley Mow started by far the better scoring the first after ten minutes. Sedgefield were awarded a penalty after 22 minutes but Dan Newby had his shot well saved and somehow missed the even easier follow up. This was to prove costly in the end as Barley Mow converted a penalty towards half time to go into the break with a two goal advantage, though Sedgefield were beginning to get more into the game. The second half was a different story with Sedgefield on top for long periods, David Brumpton scored two in quick succession and when Stephen Collins scored the goal of the game with 20 minutes remaining and with Sedgefield well on top at that stage it looked as though they were destined for the points, but credit to Barley Mow as after several squandered chances by the home team, they were awarded a clear cut penalty in injury time and equalised in what was to prove that last kick of the match, final score 3-3. Houghton Comrades were 6-1 winners away at Burnside Wmc.

In the second Division Lumley FC entertained Sedgefield Net Park & scored early from Alex Malcolm, James Laidler doubled the lead & as half time approach Sean Henderson made the score 3-0. But Net Park scored two early goals, then with Lumley tiring Net Park equalised then added to win the game 4-3.In the Big Chester Derby Chester Plough entertained Pelton Fc, But a 30 min Strike from Ben Lloyd and a Further goal on 83 min from Aaron Sheriff was not enough as Pelton won 3-2.Coxhoe wmc were 5-0 winners at Washington Lambton Village, Washington Victoria were 3-0 Home winners over Durham Bede Lodge,.

In the Third Division Witton Gilbert Wmc were beaten 4-3 at Bowburn Cooperage. Chester Easy Street were 4-0 Home winners over Bishop Middleham Cross Keys, Ferryhill Saints and Houghton Chilton Lodge shared the Points in a 2-2 draw, Framwellgate Moor Wmc crashed to a 6-2 Defeat at Pittington Fc.

In the Fourth Division Durham Garden House Travelled to Langley Park Rams Head , It was Langley Park who started the strongest and got an early goal with some neat passing but a well taken Steven Gardener penalty pulled the Garden House level and as the match started to even out Gardener then give a penalty away which had Langley 2-1 up at half time, an inspired half time team talk saw Garden House come out and start the second half the better team and a Steven Clarkson wonder strike brought them level and then a well deserved header from Andrew Clarkson put them 3-2 up Phil Miller kept The Garden House in the game throughout with some fine save and was named MOM.
Chester Cricket Club ran out 5-0 victors over visitors Burnmoor Juniors. The home side quickly took hold of the game and took the lead through an Andrew Robinson header. A second was added midway through the first half when Andrew Robinson despatched a penalty following a handball. The Cricketers went on to create a number of chances to put the game to bed but the Burnmoor keeper was in outstanding form. Despite this, Dan Irving slotted home to put Chester CC 3-0 up with what was the last action of the half. The second half saw the Cricketers continue to dominate and they found a fourth when Simon Masters slid home from a tight angle, while Darren Redfearn bagged the fifth and final goal. Quarrington Hill wmc entertained Kelloe Davy Lamp a well contested game where both teams and the referee contributed towards a very good game of football. An even first half with both teams having chances but with Quarrington Hill guilty of squandering some very good ones. Some fine saves from the Kelloe keeper kept the score 0-0 at half time. Quarrington Hill continued to press in the second half with the breakthrough coming from a close range effort from Chris Winter. Quarrington Hill could and should have finished the game off but again poor finishing and better goalkeeping meant a nervy period until Chris Kane got the second with a fine finish. The points were sealed after Dan Beaney made it 3. Andrew Ross was superb in the middle of the park and Captain Stuart Walton was MOM Chester Leonards made the short Journey up the M1 to Washington to play the Honest Boy; Leonards looking for their 1st win after the mini winter break against a decent Honest Boy side. After going behind in the 1st minute Honest Boys Martin Fishwick cut in side and John Dean took it off his foot to bobble one in off the post. Leonards battled back, and quickly equalised through goal machine Aaron Wilkinson, running from the half way line before expertly finishing. But again sloppy defending saw them behind at 2-1 quite soon after, A cross by Steve Taylor to Alan Bell who drilled it in from 15 yards.Leaonards were quick to reply Honest Boy Keeper Boundy had to dive to his left to push a shot round for a corner and then save with his legs from 6 yards. Leonards levelled the scores, Aaron Wilkinson adding his second of the Game with a cool dummy and finish leaving the honest boy keeper Boundy in a heap on the floor. Wilkinson then completed his hat trick not long before half time, with the keeper unlucky to see the ball trickle over the line after he had got a good hand to it. . Half time 2-3. The 2nd half was far more one sided and only Leonards posed any threat. Wilkinson added his fourth of the day with a brilliant lob from 30 yards out. And Morrison and Fryer came off the bench to combine with fryer neatly finishing Morrisons cross after a good run down the right. Full time 2-5 and after competing so well in the first half honest boy couldn't have any argument about the result This was the first game for the Framwellgate Moor Salutation since the middle of November, as they entertained Washington Colliery Fc, it did show at the start of the match. Things were very scrappy from both teams, the Salutation struggling to put a foot on the ball and Washington looking for the pace of their front men with a ball over the top. This continued for the majority of the first half until the Salutation began to get a grip of the game. Then on 33 mins after a scramble in the box, Kevin Scorer made it 1-0 to the Salutation at the second attempt after Collierys keeper made a good save. It was 2-0 just before half time after Steve Maddox broke through from midfield and was brought down inside the box. After a bit of a battle as to who was going to take it, Paul Bowen stepped up to take the penalty and sent the Colliery keeper the wrong way. Second half was a bit more controlled from both teams, a lot more passing on the floor. Although in the middle third of the pitch this was proving quite hard because of the conditions. Colliery began pressing to try and get a goal back. But the Salutations defence was holding strong, with Bourne and Smith marshalling everyone really well. On 60 mins after another good attempt by Scorer, John Banes managed to follow up and hit the back of the net. Colliery heads may have gone down at this point, but they were still trying to press forward, most of the attacks coming from their right back. Which is where their goal came from, a nice ball slid across the box and tapped in at the back post. Unfortunately for Colliery, the Salutation killed the game off soon after. Some great inter-passing between Edwards and Harle, before playing Bowers through for a close range strike; Final score 4-1.

League News Sunday 16th Jan 2011

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-01-20T12:45:10+00:00

Bartons Hits Six in the Garden To Put Kelloe Through

By Groundhopper

In the Alan Smith Trophy sponsored By Castle Insurance Ltd, Kelloe eased through the 4th round of this Competition with an 11 nil win over a spirited Durham Garden House. Gavin Barton scored a double Hatrick (6) with John Jury (2), Kieran Megran, Adam Strong and Alex Wilson also adding to the score. Chilton Wmc lost 1-0 at Gilesgate Moor Hotel. After last weeks surprise defeat in the FA Sunday Cup at Liverpool, Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Stockton to play Stockton Rosegale in the 2nd round of the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup. Hetton Lyons got back to winning ways with a very work manlike performance in a strong blustery wind and a Very wet pitch..Lyons got off to a great start and were 1-0 up after 11 minutes a cross from the right from Steve Capper and Leon Ryan out jumped the Stockton defence and his header gave the goalkeeper no chance, two minutes later and they were 2-0 up, a cross from the right hand side again this time from Callum Griffiths and Warren Byrne's low header across the face of the goal and the keeper was well beaten. Stockton came back came back with a couple of half chances but the Lyons keeper Keith Finch kept them at bay. Hetton went close again in the 35th minute when a close range shot from Jason Ainsley smashed off the bar.

Second half underway and the ageless Ainsley was unlucky again with a tremendous shot that the keeper pushed on to the crossbar. In the 62 minute Stockton grabbed a lifeline with a goal from close range to make it 2-1 but it was the Lyons kept the pressure on for more goals and in the 75th minute a corner from Steve Capper and Leon Ryan headed it back in across the goal and Gavin Gogdon put it in the back of the net 3-1. Steve Capper got his goal in the 83rd minute from the penalty spot, Gavin Gogdon was brought down in the penalty area and from the penalty spot he made no mistake with the keeper going the wrong way. Full time and a good win for the Lyons. Coxhoe Wmc Run in the competition ended as they were beaten 4-1 by visitors Humbledon Plains Farm Wmc.

In the League Cup East Rainton Lost 4-1 at Sedgefield st Edmunds.

The League had Three Games in the Bishop Auckland Heart Foundation Trophy Pelton ROAB travelled to fellow Premiership Club Newton Aycliffe Wmc, the home side progressing to the Next Round winning 4-2, Ferryhill Saints Lost 7-1 at Home to Witton Park Rose and Crown, Houghton Comrades travelled to Bishop Auckland to play Hogans, the Comrades winning 5-2.

In the JD Taxis Trophy Chester Cricket Club won through to the next round with a 5-1 defeat of Burnside WMC. Burnside took a 1-0 lead after shaky start by the Cricketers, however this shook the home team into action and an equalising goal from John Sexton was followed by another from Andrew Robinson to see the Cricketers go in 2-1 up at half time. The second half was controlled by the Cricketers, who extended their lead with goals from Michael Redshaw & Jonathan Haggerty. The scoring was completed by Michael Redshaw to give the Cricketers a well deserved and comfortable victory. Sedgefield Net Park travelled to Waterhouses, In A scrappy game played on a very heavy pitch that resulted in Waterhouses reaching the semi-final of the JD Taxi's Cup. Net Park were leading 2-1 at the interval and were unlucky not to be 3-1 up with a great chance just before the whistle. Second half and Waterhouses fitness and some sloppy penalties given away by Net Park proved to be the difference between the two sides. Despite being reduced to ten men very early in the game the home side Langley Park Steelers won this game against visitors New Durham Wmc, to progress through to the next round of the Cup. A set piece from Craig Thompson opened the scoring followed by a great individual goal from Michael Nichol with Marty Merren scoring the last. Michael T Quinn was nominated MOM with the lad starting in central midfield before slotting into centre half on 17 minutes. The away keeper was kept very busy and for this reason he was given MOM from the Steelers.

In the Premier Division the only game saw Ferryhill Wmc loose 3-2 at Sacriston Cricket Club. Because of the midday Sunderland v Newcastle fixture Birtley Barley Mow and Houghton Mill All Stars kicked off their division one match at 9.00am. The early start and a very muddy pitch had an immediate effect on the game as it was half an hour before there was any meaningful action - Mill keeper Dan Pearson kicked the ball out of his hands straight up to the other end of the field, the ball bounced once before Gary Adey headed it over the outstretched arms of Birtley keeper Jon Reynolds into an empty net. Mill's lead was short lived however as five minutes later a speculative effort from twenty yards out by James Mcnaney deceived keeper Pearson for the equaliser.

Birtley went 2-1 ahead within a minute of the second half kick off - Jordan Smith waltzed through the Mill's defence before his shot at goal was parried by Pearson directly into the path of Sean Gilley who had an easy tap in to score. On the hour mark a mix up in the Mill's defence presented Jack Honour with a third goal for Birtley. With ten minutes remaining Mill reduced the deficit to 3-2 when a David Jane cross was knocked home by James Adamson. Birtley were unlucky not to have a fourth goal when Honour struck the upright in the dying moments of the game.

Lambton Village in the Second Division were 4.2 winners at West Rainton and Lumley Fc crashed to a 6-0 defeat at Washington Victoria

Pelaw Grange Dogs in the Third Division entertained Bishop Middle ham Cross Keys, This was the first game for over 7 weeks for the Dogs, and the pitch was very heavy. Although the players were fresh on both sides and eager to play the ground tended to hold them back. Bishop Middleham had two efforts in the first 15 minutes but neither side really threatened the goal before half time. After the interval Pelaw let Bishop Middleham in when the player went round two of Pelaws to score a well taken goal on around 55 minutes. This seemed to inspire the Pelaw players who were working hard but Scott Patterson was replaced by Kenny Brown after twisting his knee as he got up with the attack. Gary Ryan of Pelaw Grange Dogs laid on an excellent ball for Dave Cater to score his first of the year by chipping the ball over an advancing Steve Heslop for Bishop Middleton. Then around 10 minutes later persisentence by Chris Hawkins saw his pass put through David Carter again to make it 2-1 to Pelaw Grange Dogs FC. This was the final result. Referee Keith Hunter had a good game on a difficult pitch.Shadforth Plough Inn lost 3-2 at Durham Bede Lodge Social, Chester Easy Street were 5-3 winners at Pittington Fc.

In the Fourth Division Quarrington Hill Wmc won 4-2 at Burnmoor Jkr, Langley Park Rams Head lost 5-1 at Ferryhill Post Boy and New Brancepeth Wmc were 3-1 winners over visitors Chester Leonards in a game Leonards could of went top of the Division but didnt get the result...Their only Goal of the game on 20 Mins A superb free-kick by Paul Chilly Chilton, guided home with the right foot from outside the area past the Brancepeth Keeper.

FA Sunday Cup

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2011-01-11T10:58:59+00:00

In the Only Game in the League Hetton Lyons Cricket Club travelled to Liverpool to play Paddock in the FA Sunday Cup.

FA Sunday Cup 3rd rd

Paddock FC 3 - 2 Hetton Lyons Cricket Club

FA Sunday Cup holders Hetton Lyons were knockout of the competition and its a game they will quickly want to put behind them. Although they were leading by 2-0 they never seemed to be in control of the game and created very few chances. Two goals from set pieces (15min and 41st min) and Leon Ryan got his head on both of them to put the Lyons in front but just on the stroke of half time Paddock pulled a dubious goal back, the Lyons defender clearing his line but the linesman gave the goal by saying the ball was over the goal line half time 2-1.
In the second half Paddock put the pressure on the Lyons and two goals in seven minutes (60 & 67) saw them take the lead, Hetton tried to push forward for the equaliser but created very little and it was the Liverpool side that went through to the next round. Bad day at the office

Thompson’s Brace puts Kelloe Through

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-12-14T09:59:18+00:00

In the Second Round of the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup, Kelloe Wmc of the Premier Division of the Swinburn Maddison Sunday League, Travelled to Hartlepool to play Hartlepool WHTDSOB with No snow covering the Pitch Referee declared the Pitch Playable, and it was the visitors who started brightly dominating possession. After 5 minutes forward John cook turn neatly in the box and was brought down but strike partner Gavin Barton struck the subsequent penalty against the post.Kelloe opened the scoring after 10 Mins; Stuart Thompson with a right footed conversion from 18 yards out, following a John Cook pass. After more pressure Hartlepool did well to keep the score to 1 nil at half time. After the break Hartlepool stepped up a gear, Hartlepool levelled the scores; Kelloe went ahead in the 65 Min a great right footed finish from just inside the box by Stuart Thompson, following a goalmouth scramble. Thompson’s second of the game .Then on 75 Mins Kelloe sealed the win, Gavin Barton fired home from close range with a speculative right foot goal, following a cross from Stuart Thompson. Kelloe now have a Home tie in the Third round scheduled for 9th Jan 2011 against South Shields Brigham’s SC or Sunderland Grangetown Florists.

Coxhoe Wmc home game against Humbledon Plains Farm was called off due to a snow covered pitch the same as Houghton Comrades home game against Sunderland Farringdon SC, both games scheduled to take place on Sunday 19th December.

In an all Premier Division of the Swinburne Madison Sunday League Tie Brandon Bay Horse entertained Langley Park Wmc the Home side winning 6-0 and will now play the winners of Greenside FC or Gateshead Belle Vue on Sunday 9th Jan 2011.

In the Football Association Sunday Cup Hetton Lyons CC v Paddock was cancelled due to a Snow Bound Pitch and is now re-scheduled for Sunday 19th December at 1.00pm: at Spennymoor Town Fc.

Third Round Durham County Football Association Sunda Cup - Sunday 9th January 2011 Kick Off 10.30 am Coundon Miners Arms or Jarrow Robin Hood Perth Green v Washington The Stella or Boldon Shack
Easington HMS Victory or Hartlepool Athletic Rugby v South Shields Vets Reunited or v South Shields Vets

Kelloe WMC v South Shields Brighams SC Sunderland Grangetown Florists
Coxhoe WMC or S’land Humbledon Plains Farm v Stockton Rosegale N & SA or Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Stockton Hardwick SC or Birtley Barley Mow WMC v Felling Fiddlers Three or Middlestone Moor Masons Arms Hartlepool Throston Wanderers or Winlaton Commercial v Houghton Comrades or Sunderland Farringdon SC
Brandon Bay Horse v Greenside FC or Gateshead Belle Vue
Staindrop FC or Craghead Johns Castle Inn v Shotton Comrades or Hartlepool Peninsular Smallcrafts

Rooneys Double sinks Kelloe Wmc

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-11-23T10:11:53+00:00

By Groundhopper

The League had Two Teams in the 2nd Round of the Football Association Sunday Cup the holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club entertained Brow Fc from Birkenhead and Kelloe Wmc entertained Oyster Martyrs from Liverpool. The Holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club progressed in to the next round of the cup with a comfortable victory over the team from Birkenhead on a very heavy Spennymoor pitch, it had been raining for the Last 30 hours and the grounds man had been working since the early hours to get this game on .The Lyons took the Lead after 18 minutes when Moore played the ball through for Lewis Dodds who beat the offside trap and his shot beat the goalkeeper to make 1-0 they almost doubled their lead minutes later but a brilliant save from the Brow goalkeeper Kelly denied Tommy English from scoring. Brow scored on 23 minutes, a corner from the left and a free header from Cassidy gave the Lyons keeper no chance 1-1. Lewis Dodds put the Lyons back in to the lead 3 minutes later, a brilliant ball was put through by Griffiths that split the Brow defence for Dodds to run on to and took it around the goalkeeper to score 2-1.Hetton were starting to move the ball about much quickly and went 3-1 up after 30 minutes, a cross from Capper and a bullet of a header from Carl Beasley gave the keeper no chance, the Lyons were well on top but some Brilliant saves from Kelly and wasteful chances kept the score down to 3-1 at half time.

The second half and the Lyons kept the pressure up for more goals with Byrne denied twice by the goalkeeper and Lawther coming close. Warren Byrne got his reward for all his hard work in the 81st minute when the ball was played up to him from English he then beat the defender and smashed it past the keeper to make it 4-1. In the dying minutes Chris Lawther almost scored from one of his many chances this time he beat the goalkeeper but his shot hit the cross bar. Full time 4-1.In the other Tie Kelloe Wmc entertained Oyster Martyrs at Coxhoe.The game started in very Heavy Rain, Kelloe started brightly but Rooney the cousin of Wayne Rooney, scored an outstanding individual effort against run of play to give the Martyrs the lead. Kelloe were quickly back in the game with some slick passing and quality crosses with Gavin Barton netting twice the First on 15 Mins Heading Home Keiran Megrans Cross and the second on 25 Mins, this gave Kelloe a 2-1 Lead at Half Time. After the break the conditions got very heavy the Rain lashing down, The Martyrs changed their formation and upped their game. Kelloe struggled in the conditions to get any decent possession and the Martyrs thoroughly deserved their equaliser, a tense last 5 mins saw Kelloe mount attack after Attack, Thompson going into the box and brought down, however the ref chose to play on as Cook hitting the post twice, and the Martyrs defender clearing off his own bar following a Barton Shot. The Martyrs then went straight down the field ,their centre forward clean through The Kelloe Keeper brought him down, Referee awarded a Penalty Rooney stepped up to fire the ball Home , Game ,over 3-2. A tough defeat for Kelloe but all credit to the Martyrs. A good entertaining game

In the Premier Division Newton Aycliffe Wmc entertained Sedgefield st Edmunds, Ayciffe went closest after 21 minutes with a Hall header being cleared off the line. Five minutes later Sedgefield took the lead when a close range effort from Cleary squirmed under the Aycliffe Keepers body. Aycliffe were knocking the ball about well but there was no final product with Sedgefield defending comfortably. After the break Aycliffe returned to attacking mode with Sedgefield looking dangerous on the break. After 70 minutes an excellent passing move ended with Bagshaw heading neatly passed Wood in the home goal, to give Sedgefield a 2.0 lead. Aycliife finally managed to get a bit of bite into their attacks, and the last fifteen minutes of the match was hectic. Mason fired home a great effort into the top corner to make it 2.1, but a couple of minutes later a sloppy pass by the Aycliffe keeper allowed Cleary to roll the ball into an empty net, to maintain the two goal advantage. Back up to the other end and Hall crashed in Aycliffes second. Aycliffe threw everything at the Sedgefield defence, but it was not to be and Sedgefield held out for a 3.2 victory. Brandon Bay Horse and visitors Washington JFC shared the points in a 1-1 Draw, Langley Park Wmc were 2-0 winners at Sacriston Cricket Club.

In the First Division Houghton Mill All Stars' Thompson brothers both netted to give the homeside a 3-2 win over Sacriston WMC. Sacriston took the lead on twenty minutes when a defence splitting pass was met by Ben Sanderson who ran at goal to score past keeper Golightly. But within fifteen minutes Mill had taken the lead - the first was a beautiful left foot volley into the corner of the net by Nick Thompson after good work from David Hall and Gary Adey. Then a Scot Watson long throw in caused chaos in the Sacriston goalmouth before Adey scrambled the ball home. Sacriston equalised ten minutes into the second half when Dave Wardle struck a well taken penalty kick past Mill keeper Neil Golightly who was harshly judged to have fouled striker Aaron White. However Mill came out victorious - the winning goal was again started, from a long Watson throw in; confusion reigned in the Sacriston goalmouth before Philip Thompson blasted the ball into the net from eight yards out. Mill's Chris Rogerson was outstanding at left full back and was deservedly awarded man of the match. Burnside Wmc were 7-5 winners at Gilesgate Moor Hotel, In wet conditions the Langley Park Steelers gained 3 valuable points against visitors Sedgefield Black Lion, it was enough to take the Steelers into second place in the league. It wasn't until the second half that Steelers made the breakthrough and this was down to an excellent performance from the visiting keeper, Andrew Jefferson. He pulled off a string of fine saves during the match and on one of the few occasions when he could have been beaten the shot was fired over the bar. Cruelly, it was a deflected goal that put the home side in front. Adam Malekpour drove a fierce shot goal wards and a deflection off the full back took it beyond Jefferson's reach. Adam Malekpour grabbed a second late in the game when the Lion pushed forwards for an equaliser. It was as good a game as you will see considering the conditions but the home side did deserve the win as the visiting keeper was the busier of the two. The Steelers defence were outstanding on the day and deserved another clean sheet. In dismal conditions the Birtley Barley Mow Inn put on a sparkling first half display to stun their visitors Washington Arms in a first division encounter at Birtley Leisure Centre. Michael Bradley opens the scoring on the ten minute mark following some great work down the right hand flank by Ryan Moore. The Washington Arms responded with a fine Daz Green effort that was finger tipped onto the bar by former Arms keeper Andy Maddocks. Neil Evans grabbed Birtleys second after thirty minuets and shortly after Karl Laverick made it three nil. On the stroke of half time David Richardson stabs home a loose ball in the penalty box to lift the Arms hopes for a second half revival, but to no avail and the game ended with a well deserved victory for Birtley Barley Mow.

In the Second Division Chester Plough Inn lost 4-1 at Washington Victoria the Ploughs goal coming in the 75 min Chris Cuthbertson intercepted a poor pass by the full back and put in an inch perfect cross for Daniel Hill to volley past the keeper from 8 yards out. The Game at Sherburn between the Lambton Arms and Visitors Lumley Fc was abandoned after 30 Mins due to the Weather.

In the Third Division East Rainton Fc entertained Bowburn Cooperage. Rainton took a two-goal lead only to throw it away and go 3-2 behind. Rainton showed great fighting spirit to regain the lead and come out 4-3 winners. Goals from Gaunt 2 and Shepherd 2, Framwellgate Moor Wmc lost 3-2 at Bishop Middleham Cross Keys, Pelaw Grange Dogs and visitors Shadforth Plough Inn share the points in a 1-1 draw, Chilton Lodge won 4-1 at Witton Gilbert Wmc.

In the Fourth Division Chester Cricket Club stretched their winning run to four games with a deserved 5-1 victory over Washington Honest Boy. Played on a muddy surface the early exchanges were fairly even as both teams came to terms with the conditions, with Honest Boy perhaps having the better of the early chances. It was Chester CC who made the breakthrough, however, as Andrew Robinson collected a throw in on the edge of the Honest Boy's box before turning to smash a left footed effort into the far corner. The Cricketers extended their lead when Darren Redfearn capitalised on a defensive error to pass into an empty net and the same player gave the home team a 3-0 lead to take into half time. John Sexton was the architect this time, supplying a pin point cross for Redfearn to finish from close range. Honest Boy came out fighting in the second half to try and get back into the game but it was put well and truly beyond them when Darren Redfearn completed his hat trick, a fine run saw him reach the by-line and smash the ball into the roof of the net from the tightest of angles. The fifth arrived shortly after when an excellent team move ended with Craig Newbigin supplying the pass for Andrew Robinson to finish. The Honest Boy kept going however and found a consolation with a superb strike from their centre half which gave home keeper Jack Taylor no chance. DubmireWmc entertained Langley Park Rams Head, it was Dubmire that started really well and had Langley pinned back in their own half for long periods .They were playing some really good football despite the heavy conditions and creating plenty of chances. After 20 mins Dubmire took the lead with an excellent move starting with Henshaw who played in Maddison and he crossed to Jordison to score from 8 yards .Dubmire were well in control and playing some great football .Totally against the run of play Langley pinched the ball in the centre and played it into their striker who placed it into the net 1-1.Dubmire were straight back attacking and a some good link up play between strikers Maddison & Parkin put Parkin through only for the keeper to just take it off Parkin`s Foot but somehow it squirmed out his hands and fell to Parkin to tap in 2-1.Dubmire were totally dominating the game now and look likely to score every time they went forward .Jordison`s corners were causing all sorts of problems for the Langley defence and another corner nearly resulted in the 3rd goal but Langley were able to clear after a scramble in the 6 yard box .Another long throw from price was flicked on by Maddison and Parkin headed in at the back stick for his 2nd and Dubmire`s 3rd .
Half time 3-1.Langley came out 2nd half meaning business and made Dubmire defend for long periods but they couldnt breach the Dubmire defence .Dubmire came back into the game and went close to increasing their lead on numerous occasions the best effort came from Jordison which the keeper tipped over the bar. Another good attack sent Parkin clear and he was pulled down for a penalty .Fenwick stepped up only to miss the Goal Totally with his spotkick.2 mins later Gardiner was sent clear and the defender pulled him down just as he was getting ready to shoot.Parkin stepped up to send the keeper the wrong way and clinch his Hatrick . Final score 4-1 A really good win in at times terrible conditions. Chester Leonards got back to winning ways this week, with a good display away at Quarrington hill. But for a 10 minute spell at the end of the 1st half, Leonards were the better side throughout with every player putting in a performance. Aaron Wilkinson put them ahead midway through the 1st half with a fine header after good work from Jon Morrison down the left. Wilkinson then double the lead with a great lob from 25 yards after a defensive error. Credit to Quarrington hill who rallied and had Leonards on the back foot and pulled a goal back before the break and had chances to equalise.Leonards 2nd half performance was particularly pleasing and Quarrington hill rarely threatened. Wilkinson completed his hat trick with a wonderful free kick, before Luke McClelland rounded off the scoring with a fine strike from distance. Todays game between Framwellgate Moor Salutation and Ferryhill Dynamos started in poor conditions with the rain over the past few days. The Salutation started quick out of the blocks, After 7 mins, the ball was played out on to the right and Marshall put a great cross in to pick out an unmarked Gareth Bowen to tap in. This was the story of the first half really, The Salutation trying to get the ball wide in their new look 3-4-3 formation. And on 11 mins from a left wing corner, Maddox rose virtually unmarked to head in and make it 2-0. Dynamos only attacks were coming about by them playing a long ball up to their big striker and looking to get their midfielders around the back, but the home defence was staying strong. On 24 minutes a mix up in Dynamos defence allowed Hughes to tap in for his 13th goal of the season. The best of the 4 goals was saved till last, the ball coming in from the left to the feet of Barnes, making his first appearance for the club; he turned and slotted it in to the top corner beating the keeper all ends up. Half time 4-0.Second half was a bit more open as Dynamos knew they had to attack and press if they had any chance of getting anything out of the game. The conditions were worsening, mid way thought the half, a misjudged clearance by Foster went under his foot, and allowed the away side to get a goal back. After that they pressed hard, which forced a change in formation by the home side to 4-2-3-1. This allowed the Salutation to handle any extra men Dynamos were throwing forward, and then able to cause problems for the away side on the counter. Which happened with ease towards the end of the game as Dynamos piled men forward in hope of getting another goal. Hughes, Barnes and Bowen all had chances to put the game too far out of the away sides reach. Burnmoor Jfc lost 3-2 at Ferryhill Postboy.

In the Alan Smith Trophy sponsored By Castle Insurances goals from Luke Kerry, Tony Davidson, Michael Graver, Craig Mickle, Criag Marron, Chris Moody and Two from Paul Freeman, gave Pelton Roab an 8-1 win at Durham Bede Lodge. Mark McKenzie getting the Bede Lodge Consolation Goal.

In the Spennymoor Town Sponsored League Cup The Bird inn started slow against Chester Easy street and found themselves 2-0 down at halftime, but a much better second half found themselves in a better game with two goals from Shane Swift and one from Jonathan Swift sore the Bird win the game 3-2 and go to the 5th rd of the league cup M.O.M Dean Turnbull.

In the JD Taxis Trophy In wet conditions Sedgefield Net Park caused an upset in the last 16, by beating top of division one side Houghton comrades 3-1. Goals from Steven Turland and Dan Piling in the first half saw Sedgefield take a strong lead. Houghton pulled one back as they had a spell but Ryan Boardmans goal put Sedgefield further ahead and they could have had a couple more in the closing stages.

In the Presidents Trophy Coxhoe Wmc were 5-1 winners at Ferryhill Saints.

Cricketers Do well in the Park

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-11-16T10:21:19+00:00

By
Groundhopper

In the Premier Division Hetton Lyons Cricket Club returned to league action and a good victory over a well organized Chester Hilda Park side in fact Hilda Park could have taken the lead after the first 30 seconds but a brilliant double save from Lyons keeper Simon Bishop kept them at bay. Hetton's first good chance came after 15 minutes when a great cross from Callum Griffiths and Chris Masons header just went over the bar. The Lyons broke the deadlock 2 minutes later when Niki Cane was fouled in the penalty area and Warren Byrne scored from the spot 1-0. Chester had a chance to draw level 5 minutes later but a great clearance off the line from Mason saved them. In the 38th minute Chris Lawther made it 2-0 a cross from Chris bell and Lawther's shot beat the keeper at his near post.Second half and the Chester goalkeeper was kept busy with some outstanding saves and in the 68th minute the Lyons increased their lead, Kane was brought down outside the penalty area and Lewis Dodds bent the ball around the Chester defensive wall and gave the goalkeeper no chance, brilliant goal 3-0. Warren Byrne had his chance to double his tally 5 minutes later when he was fouled in the penalty area but the keeper saved from his spot kick. The Lyons were getting more chances and in the 79th minute Byrne got his second, some great work in the middle of the park between Kane and Yalcin and Byrne's left footed strike bent it around the goalkeeper and it hit the top of the inside of the post and into the net a exquisite goal that could grace any football ground. Full time 4-0. Newton Aycliffe Wmc entertained Washington JFC and Most of the first half was played in the Washington half of the field with Wood eventually scoring after 40 minutes, after previously hitting both posts. Early in the second half a goal from Robinson appeared to seal the victory for Aycliffe, but within ten minutes Washington had pulled one back. Aycliffe regained their two goal advantage through Mason, but took their foot off the pedal, and a spirited fight back from Washington saw them score two more goals, the second a penalty for handball, to level the scores. At the end it was anybodys match with both sides going close Final score 3-3Brandon Bay Horse were 2-0 winners at Langley Park Wmc.Pelton Roab entertained Sacriston Cricket Club in a local derby This was a very scrappy game from start to finish with very little quality shown from either side. The game was decided in the 24th minute when Michael Gravers speculative shot from 25 yards found the net when the ball bounced awkwardly just in front of Hall in the Sacriston goal. Hall will feel he should have done better with the shot.Pelton were much the better side in the first half and wanted the game more than Sacriston .John Robson volleyed wide with a right footed shot and Dean Smith found himself with 2 good shooting opportunities on the edge of the Pelton box but none of these troubled the keeper.Hall redeemed himself in the 2nd half by keeping Sacriston in the game with a couple of good saves and Dean Smith saved a certain goal with a last ditch tackle in the box on the Pelton right wing back.The game was very tight in the 2nd half and Sacriston showed lots more fight and determination ,10 minutes from the end Gary Draper who had done as much as anyone in a Sacriston shirt ,sprung clear of the Pelton defence and he got through one on one with the keeper but he shot straight at him.Although Sacriston still tried hard to get a equalizer the game finished 1-0 to Pelton Roab

In the First Division Chester Osborne hosted Houghton Mill All-stars on a boggy field which proved hard work for both sides, however it was the Osborne who started well and were 1-0 up at the break with Chris Bennett cut in from the left wing to beat Mill keeper Neil Golightly. Mill equalised ten minutes into the second half when a fine through ball by David Hall found Gary Adey who beat the offside trap before rounding the keeper to fire into an empty net. . The winning goal for the Osborne came on seventy five minutes when an Osborne corner kick eventually found its way to Chris Winn who was lurking at the farpost to knock home from five yards out. Houghton Comrades were 3-2 winners at Barley Mow Inn. In a cracking game Langely Park Steelers came from behind to beat Washington Arms 1-3 both teams playing attractive football which was a joy to watch. The Arms after going close with a couple of long range efforts took the lead after thirty minutes with a Danny Murray header. Adam Malekpour grabs an equaliser ten minutes after the break then shortly after Jamie Clifford puts the Steelers in front. Steelers push hard to consolidate the advantage and should of had a third from the penalty spot but Arms keeper Michael Ramsey saved Liam Burn's spot kick. The Arms push forward in search of an equaliser and go close with efforts from Michael Reay and Chris Morrison but are caught out with a great break out from defence ending with Adam Malekpour finishing off well to make the final score 1-3.Sacriston Wmc wntertained Ushae Moor Cricket Club, With both sides fielding stronger sides than the last meeting, this was poised to me a close game. Sacriston started the better side with plenty of possesion and several half chances. David Wardle scored with only a few minutes of the first half left. Sacriston forced a corner and Wardle who was unmarked at the back post managed to head home to make it 1-0The second half began much the same way has the first ended with Sacriston looking the more dangerous when going forward, The game then turned scrappy with both sides giving away freekicks, Sacriston should have scored several times in the second half with Wardle and Sanderson both coming close.Generally Sacriston defended well with Ushaw only looking dangerous from deadballs.

In the Second Division On what was a terrible surface for football Sedgefield Net park came through comfortable winners 5-0, against visitors Washington Lambton village, Sedgefield played some good football despite conditions with a fine individual display from Peter Sedgewick scoring 4 goals, Dan Piling grabbed the other as Sedgefield took the points. A Bright Lumley Fc Start Saw The Host's Squander Numerous Goalscoring Opportunities against todays visitors Waterhouses Fc, Just Before Half Time Waterhouses Were Reduced To 10 Men. As Lumley Fc Tried To Find A Break Through Waterhouses Fc Scored A Goal Despite Loud Offside Appeals. Waterhouses Then Doubled Their Lead. Lumley's Responce Was To Put Sub Andy Armstrong Upfont. Lumley Struck The Woodwork, Waterhouses Keeper Made Saves Before Armstrong Scored Only For it to be Disallow For Offside. Then Armstrong Struck Again Only For The Referee To Disolow Again For Offside Final Score .Waterhouses were 2-0 winners at Lumley Fc.Chester Plough Inn were Beaten at Home by Chilton Wmc 3-2 A slow start from Bede Lodge Social saw West Rainton fc take a 2 goal lead within 20 minutes. 2 goals from Mark McKenzie in the next 10 minutes made the scores level, and shortly before half time a goal from Jonathon Kelly put Bede Lodge into the lead. Midway through the second half West Rainton equalised but goals from Paul Richardson and Chris Vaughan sealed the victory for Bede Lodge.5-3

In the Third Division With only 11 players available Framwellgate Moor Wmc Travelled to East Rain ton Fc,it was always going to be a tough task ,but Fram will be pleased to come away with a point after a battling display. East Rainton started well and their tactic of playing long balls behind the Fram full backs was working to good effect and they created plenty of chances without taking any of them. They were made to pay when Stephen Phillips curled an excellent free kick onto the head of Danny Beardmore who gave the Rainton keeper no chance. After taking the lead Fram grew in confidence and went in at the break 1-0 up. East Rainton stepped up a gear in the second half and continued to create chances but some resolute defending and some inspired saves from MOM David Passmore in the Fram goal kept the lead intact.Rainton equalised when Andrew Shephard turned inside the box and lashed the ball home. With their tails up they cranked up the pressure but Fram looked increasingly dangerous on the break and Rainton couldn't find the winner. Rainton created plenty of chances and will feel they deserved the 3 points however Fram defended brilliantly and a draw was probably a fair result. Bowburn Cooperage were 2-0 Home winners over Ferryhill Saints.West Rainton lost 5-3 at Durham Bede Lodge.

In the Fourth Division Framwellgate Moor Salutation Started with a changed team following the signing of a few new players, and had number 1 goalkeeper Andy Byrne back between the posts for the Visit to Washington Colliery,. Salutation began the brighter side, keeping the ball well and passing it around on the floor... Half time 0-0.Second half started the opposite way, Salutation quite slow getting out of the blocks, and colliery pushing on trying to get the early first goal. Andy Byrne producing a great save with his feet when the Colliery striker managed to escape the Salutations solid defence Salutation got back in to the game gradually, Hughes doing his usual great job of holding the ball up and bringing others in to play, which led to another great save low to his right, this time by colliery's keeper. Salutation pushed on towards the end but to no avail. All in all a thoroughly entertaining 0-0 draw. Man of the match for the away side Andy Byrne. Washington Honest Boy suffered their first league defeat of the season at the hands of Langley Park Rams Head. The Honest Boy started off well with Dean Sinclair warming Langley Park's Keepers hands with a fierce volley. Langley Park opened up the scoring when their centre forwards Mark Watsons shot from the edge of the box squirmed through The Honest Boys Keeper Boundy's hands. The Honest Boy continued their pressing off the self destruct button and when Boundy Came out to claim a throughball shouting "keepers Ball" under no pressure, Paul Craister knocked it past him to make it 2-0 to Langley Park. Langley Park continued to pressure and Boundy had to get across well to tip a long range shot out for a corner, then they had a free kick from outside the box that Boundy clawed out of the top corner, getting up quickly to block the follow up. The Honest Boy then came to life and had 7 corners in the first half but poor deliveries saw none of them beat the first man. A few other chances came Honest Boy's way but a mixture of poor final ball, poor finishing and bad luck meant that the score at half time stayed at 2-0. The Honest Boy started off well but were then hit with a sucker punch when Dean Sinclair failed to clear from a corner and a game of head tennis ended up with a Langley Park player heading in the score was 3-0. Once again The Honest Boy applied pressure but were unable to make any chances count until the 75th minute when Allan Taylors cross was handled by a Langley Park defender, the ensuing penalty was calmly put away by Sinclair... 3-1. With the Honest boy now pushing men forward and Langley had to withstand pressure but looked dangerous on the attack and nearly added to their tally when a forward got one on one with Boundy, but his block and some good clearing up by Steve Head kept The Honest Boy in the game. With two minutes to go the Honest Boy pulled a goal back to make it 2-3, a deep cross/shot by Sinclair was headed in by Fishwick from 2 yards. Sinclair then spoilt what had been a great performance lunging in for a ball he was never going to get to on their centre half and getting their late and no complaints from the Honest Boy about the Red Card he received - this ended any hopes of a come back and the game ended 2-3. New Brancepeth Wmc were 8-1 winners at Burnmoor Jfc. Dubmire and visitors Durham Garden House shared the Points in a 2-2 draw. Q.uarrington Hill Wmc recorded their first win of the season with an emphatic win over neighbours Kelloe Davy Lamp . Although a closer game than the scoreline suggests it did reflect some good finishing, slice of luck and some outstanding defending by Quarrington Hill.Lewis Newton opened the scoring in the tenth minute slotting home cooly when 1v1 with the lamp keeper, in what was an evenly matched game up to half time with both teams creating chances.The second half Q. Hill were the better team and took their chances well with 2 goals from Chris Taylor, 1 from skipper Chris Winter and 1 each for subs Ricky Gardiner and Jordan Nicholson, his first for the club.Final score Kelloe Davy Lamp 0 -6 Quarrington Hill Wmc,Chester Leonards Lost 5-1 at Ferryhill Dynamoes.

In the Alan Smith Trophy 4th Round sponsored By Castle Insurances Gilesgate moor travelled to Chester le Street to play Easy street Fc. It was Gilesgate who started the better and they took the lead. Second half Easy street drew Level 10min into .Gilesgate Scored with 5min to go and then held on till full time to win 2-1. In the Spennymoor Town sponsored League Cup 3rd Round Fatfield Biddick Inn Lost 7-1 at Sedgefield St Edmunds, a good performance from Sedgefield who have had keeper problems this Season , this being the 8th Keeper used in 13 Games.

In the 3rd Round of the JD Taxis Trophy Coxhoe WMC welcomed Chester le Street Cricket Club FC to Coxhoe. In a game played in difficult conditions the Chester le Street side came away with a 2-1 victory. Coxhoe took the lead in the first half with a well struck free kick from Simon Ord beating the Chester keeper low down to his left. The second half saw the Cricketers come back into the game and begin to handle the conditions a lot better. Substitute Phil Quigley made an instant impact on the game as he was felled in the box to give Andrew Robinson a chance to score from the penalty spot. Chester Cricket Club went on to take the lead with less than 20 minutes to go when the ball fell to Andrew Robinson in the six yard box who turned to finish. The last 20 minutes saw the Cricketers withstand a lot of pressure as Coxhoe put everything into trying to find an equaliser. A mix of last ditch blocks and tackles and some good saves from Chester Cricket Club goalkeeper Jak Taylor ensured victory, while Coxhoe were reduced to 10 men when their goalkeeper saw red for a handball outside of the box.New Durham Wmc were 6-1 winners at Sherburn Lambton Arms.

In the 2nd Round of the Presidents Trophy Pelaw Grange Dogs Travelled to Ferryhill to play the Post Boy, Pelaw Grange Dogs Fc found themselves a goal behind within 3 minutes when a thrown in taken by Post Boys Paul Robson was hurled into the net from a throw in down the slope of the pitch and past Pelaw's keeper.Pelaw battled hard but made little head way until David Cater made it level about 10 minutes before half time but then a cross into the box saw Pelaw's Paul Hargreaves put the ball past his own keeper to make it 2-1 at half time to the Postboy. Again Pelaw had trouble with the long throw in but the defence had settled down and were handling them well and eventually pulled it level 10 minutes before full time with a well taken goal by David Carter. A second book able offence then saw Postboys Billy Snaith sent off and the game went into extra time. A bad decision by Pelaws Centre back/ sweeper saw Ferryhill again take the lead with 2 of their players clear on goal. Despite Pelaw Grange Dogs efforts both teams and both teams were tired Pelaw failed to score. In the dying minutes they gave away a penalty but this was well saved by Wayne Laws who had a good game throughout to get man of the match. Scott Tarry had come on for Chris Gosling half way in the second half and had some good touches and Phil Hawkins came on for a very tired Kenny Brown who also had a knock. Referee Craig Dean did well to keep control of a forcefully contested game. The man of the match for Pelaw was given to Wayne Laws for his fine efforts in goal.Postboy3 -2 Pelaw.

Youngs Brace Knocks Out Dawdon

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-11-09T11:40:09+00:00

By Groundhopper

In the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup the Big shock of the Day saw the Much Fancied Dawdon cw Of the Peterlee Sunday League Premier Division, crash out of the Competition at Second Division Coxhoe Wmc.Coxhoe wmc winning 3-2 . In a good contested game Coxhoe went 1 - 0 up with a Colin Young Goal in the 36th min, within 2mins Dawdon equalised 1- 1.In the 63rd min of the game a mistake by the Dawdon keeper left an open net for Colin young to score his second of the game bringing it 2 - 1 to Coxhoe, Dawdon replied in the 80th min 2 -2.with extra time possibly on the cards Luke Lavery made a solo effort into the Dawdon box, with what seemed to take an eternity to shoot the ball was in the back off the net making it 3 - 2 Coxhoe with 7mins remaining.The Holders of the Cup Hetton Lyons Cruised into the next round an excellent performance against North Biddick from the Gateshead Premier League. Chris Lawther set them on their way after 6 minutes after good work from Warren Byrne; Keith Graydon made it 2-0 after 15 minutes when Chris Bell was fouled in the penalty area. Tommy English had a great shot saved from the visiting keeper but Lawther was there for the rebound and scored to make it 3-0 on the half hour. The Lyons stepped up a gear for more goals and 4 goals were scored in the next 12 minutes Warren Byrne scored a hat trick in 9 minutes and Lawther got his third goal on 42 minutes and to send the Lyons 7-0 up at half time Second half underway and the Lyons found the back of the net after 48 minutes with a great cross from English and Byrne slotted the ball home (8-0) a minute later Chris Bell beat the off side trap and squared the ball for Lawther to score (9-0). Probably the best goal of the game involved some great football between Bell Lawther and Ainsley and it was Ainsleys strike from 18 yards that smashed in to the back of the net (10-0) Lawther got his 5th goal on the hour mark and not to be outdone Byrne got his 5th goal of the game after some good work from English and make it 12-0. A very solid Performance from Hetton Lyons in every department.Kelloe WMC FC travelled to premier rivals Sedgefield St Eds, Keiran Megran crossed early for striker Ian Ward to head home. Kelloe then pressed further and were rewarded when Stuart Thompson crossed for John Cook to head goal wards to bring an excellent save from Alan Wilkinson only for Ian Ward to finish the rebound. Kelloe then dominated the game and striker Ian Ward finished from outside the box to score his hat trick within 30 minutes. After the break Sedgefield started well when a cross was finished making it 3 - 1. Kelloe then produced some great football to create chances and Neil Charlton struck from outside the box for Kelloe's fourth. Charlton then crossed for substitute Stephen Carruthers to finish making the final score 5 - 1 to Kelloe WMC FC.. Brandon Bay Horse were 6-0 Home winners over Wear Valley Side St Johns Chapel, thanks to goals from Dave Fort 3, Phill Morris 2 and one from Mick English... Pelton ROAB were beaten 3-1 at Sunderland Sunday League side Plains Farm in a very scrappy game.Fatfield Biddick Inn lost 5-2 at Hartlepool Sunday League side Hartlepool Supporters. Houghton Comrades were 1-0 winners at Wearside Wildcats, Chester Easystreet lost 3-2 at South Shields Side South Shields Brighams.Langley Park Wmc were 5-3 winners at the Sunderland Side the Jolly Potters.
In the League s Premier Division their were only two Games Chester Hilda Park Travelled to Sacristan Cricket Club, The Cricketers Dominated the first 25 minutes, having plenty of possession but they didn't make it tell on 27 Minutes Hilda Park crossed the Ball from the left hand side along the floor and the Hilda Park Paul Chapman ghosted into the box and finished well. The Cricketers levelled the game 10 minutes into the 2nd half after a succession of corners and free kicks resulted in John Robson heading home a Graeme Embleton free kick at the near post. The game was in the balance for the next half hour with Sacriston doing most of the pressing for a winner and with 5 minutes to go substitute Petts finished beautifully after a great team move with the final ball played in by Beggs who found Petts in the box and he finished cleverly with a side footed volley into the bottom corner.Sacriston made the game safe in the final minute when we broke out of our own penalty box and Graeme Embleton found the perfect pass for the overlapping Gareth Sharp who capped a brilliant individual and team performance by slotting in the 3rd goal with a right footed shot at the near post. To give the Cricketers a 3-1 win. Newton Aycliffe wmc were 3-0 winners at Washington JFC

In the First Division David Hall struck twice to give Houghton Mill All Stars a 2-0 home winover Ushaw Moor Cricket Club.Both goals came before the break - the first after fifteen minutes whenHall slotted the ball into the net from ten yards out after a great leftwing run and cross by Gary Adey. For the second Hall won the ball on the half way line after closing down the away teams centre half, he then ran towards the goal beating anotherdefender before rounding Ushaw Moor Keeper Steven Hancock to fire home. In the absence of suspended goalkeeper Dan Pearson Mill had new signing Neil Golightly keeping a clean sheet in an impressive debut.. Washington Arms and Sacriston Wmc shared the points in a closely contested game at Glebe Park .. The second half was a much more evenly contested affair. Washington were awarded a penalty when sub Neilson Jude was judged to have handled the ball in the box, Andrew Elliots spot kick was initially stopped by Sacriston Keeper Bryan Potts but Elliot reacted quickest to hammer the rebound home Both sides had several opportunities to score but finally with 10 Min's to go Sacriston pulled level. Some neat play in the middle of the park released Peter Lawler down the left wing; he checked back inside and squared the ball to Ben Sanderson, who slotted the ball away from 12 yards. Both sides went looking for a winner but it finished 1-1 fair result. Barley Mow Inn won 5-2 at Gilesgate Moor Hotel.

In the Second Division Sedgefield Net park played a spirited bottom of the league Lumley FC in a must win game. It was pretty even until Stephen Turland put Net park 1-0 and added another shortly after to make it 2-0 at half time. Ryan Boardman scored after a great build up 3-0. Lumley pulled one back as a cross come shot sneaked in 3-1. Turland completed his hat-trick 4-1. Then a Backpass hit a bobble n the Net park keeper sliced it into his own goal 4-2. Turland netted his fourth 5-2, and then a good move reduced it to 5-3. Net Park should have won comfortable but the Lumley keeper was producing some fantastic one on one saves. Martin Broom scored with a great finish at the death 6-3.West Rainton Crashed to a 7-1 defeat at Pelton Fc

In the Third Division East Rainton fc entertained Pittington Fc, Rainton Took the lead through Callum Hopps. But inspired substitutions from Pittington turn the game on its head and Pittington run out 4-1 winners High Handenhold Bird Inn Battled hard to beat Shadforth Plough after finding themselves 1-0 down and a man short at half time. But a good team performance and goals from Jonathan Swift then Terry Mackell saw the bird win 2-1 and a M.O.M performance from Shane Swift took the points for the bird. Mew Durham Wmc were 3-1 winners at Bishop Middleham Cross Keys. Bowburn Cooperage shared the Points in a 2-2 draw at Framwellgate Moor Wmc.

In the Fourth Division Chester Cricket Club travelled to Quarrington Hill Wmc and returned home with a well deserved 9-2 victory. Despite a scrappy start, the Cricketers took an early lead when Darren Redfearn provided Andrew Robinson with an opportunity to strike home from the right-hand side of the box. Quarrington Hill quickly got back into the game when a foul by Michael Redshaw led to a penalty which was duly converted by Dan Beaney scored from the spot on 10 mins. This proved the catalyst for the away team to take control of the game and they began putting together some good attacking moves, which paid dividends when John Sexton slotted home from a Jack Kilgannon pass. A defensive error was pounced on by Darren Redfearn who cut in from the left to curl into the far corner to give Chester CC a 3-1 lead at half time. The Cricketers stepped up a gear at the start of the second half and further goals from John Sexton and Darren Redfearn saw them race into a 5-1 lead, Phil Forster the architect for both goals. With the game now beyond Quarrington Hill, left back Steven Redshaw took the opportunity to get forward and with Andrew Robinson playing the ball through Redshaw notched the sixth. With Chester CC pressing for more goals, Quarrington Hill got another consolation goal Dan Beaney scoring his second of the Game, however there was never any danger of a comeback and the away team went on to further affirm their superiority. John Sexton crossed for Andrew Robinson to head home and Darren Redfearn completed his hattrick when Phil Forster played him through to finish with aplomb from a tight angle. The rout was completed when Simon Masters found Jack Kilgannon at the back post for the left winger to poke home. Chester Leonards travelled to Langley Park Rams Head an entertaining game of 2 middle of table teams.Chester started the better and were 2-0 up within the first 5 minutes, Langley seemed though they were still asleep. Then Langley got going and Michael Watson was fouled about 25 yards out after 12 minutes and Steven Mikel scored a cracking free kick right into the top corner.Langley were now the better side and pushed to draw game level and they finally did After 30 minutes, Michael Watson was again involved and he played a lovely through ball to Steven Mikel who scored his second of the game.Langely kept pressuring but didnt get the breakthrough they wanted the score two all at half time.Lanlgey had to make two changes as injuries to couple of players and seem to disturb Langley as second half just didnt get going. Chester scored a third after 60 minutes Chester got a penalty not long after but Simon Huscroft made a good save to keep Langley in it, But Langley pressed for an equaliser and Chester got Langley with a counter as a mistake by the right back let Leonards in to wrap up the game .Leonards won 4-2.New Brancepth Wmc shared the Points in a 3-3 Draw at Washington Colliery,
Colliery went into this game hoping to get a better result than last time out. Colliery were the better of the 2 teams throughout the game, Craig Neal put Colliery 1-0 up after 10mins and his second followed shortly afterwards. Brancepeth pulled 1 back not long after. before the half hour Colliery were awarded a penalty and Craig Neal made no mistake and sent the keeper the wrong way to grab his hat-trick and collierys 3rd. Half time 3-1. Brancepeth started the second half brightly looking to get back into the game 10mins into the 2nd half they did that. Both teams were reduced to 10 men after a bit of a scuffle ,resulted in 2 red cards. Brancepeths equalliser came with 15 mins to go with unsportsmanship conduct after a drop ball was needed Colliery said they would pass back to Brancepeths keeper but the player took the ball on to power it past Tom Hallam. Final Score Washington Colliery 3 V New Brancepeth 3.Kelloe Davy Lamp won 6-2 against Visitors Burnmoor Jkr and Dubmire were 3-2 winners at Durham Garden House.

In the 3rd Round of the Presidents Trophy Washington honest boy got off to a flying start Home to Waterhouses Fc, when Nathan Varty rounded the keeper and tucked the ball home after a cracking lofted through ball from Dean Sinclair.1-0 then Waterhouses fought back with a long free kick resulting in a tidy headed goal. 1-1 Then Waterhouses scored again from a free kick which bounced through a crowd of players and left Mark Boundy the Honest Boy Keeper with no chance 2-1. Honest boy fought back But Waterhouses scored again from 7yrds after a nice flowing move. 3-1 honest boy lifted there heads and after a sweet through ball down the left wing Warren Tullis smashed the ball left footed into the top left corner. 3-2. Jonathan Gaunt then launched the ball into the air on the left hand side of the pitch Nathan Varty then latched on to it cut inside and drilled a shot at the goal which deflected and lobbed the keeper 3-3. HTThe Honest boy turned out a rejuvenated side in the second half they pushed on and resulted in Varty getting his hatrick after once again rounding the keeper and slotting home.4-3 This boosted the Honest boy who went on to get another goal through Warren Tullis 5-3. Waterhouses did not really test the honest boy for a good 20mins who piled on the pressure taking it to 6-3 after a cracking cross from Andrew Thompson put it on a plate for Warren Tullis to get his hatrick. On a boggy pitch fatigue set in and the Honest boy looked tired Waterhouses took good advantage of this and got another goal to take it to 6-4 after what might have been a big OG for Lee Simpson, the fight back was on! Water houses pushed on to get another making it 6-5. Then in the last few minutes of the game Waterhouses threw everything but the kitchen sink at the Honest Boy (even the keeper) who won the header off a corner the ball got muddled up in the box resulting in another goal for waterhouses.6-6 FT In extra Time the Honest boy had there heads down after throwing away a three goal lead. Waterhouses punished there lack of commitment by getting two goals with in the extra time period. A few tired tackles where made in tough conditions or more like a mud bath but Waterhouses held on to the end. Good competitive game and well done to the referee who had a quality game. FT Washington honest boy 6 Waterhouses 8 Chester Plough travelled to Durham Bede Lodge In an excellent game saw Chester Plough take the lead with half an hour played. Bede Lodge, inspired by Andrew Foster, replied with goals from Nicky Barker, Jamie Bennett, Kev Kerr and Jamie Taylor to win the game 4-1.Chilton Wmc lost 3-1 at Sherburn Lambton Arms.

In the JD Taxis sponsored Guards Cup Witton Gilbert Wmc entertained Ferryhill Postboy, Witton having transferred goalkeeper Bryan Potts to Sacriston WMC in midweek and also missing the influential David Duke through injury this was always going to be a tall order. The Post Boy took the lead but Witton deservedly drew level after 15 minutes when the very impressive Scott Embleton scored from close range. Wittons Hopes were further dented when James Smith who had started very brightly was forced off with injury to be replaced by David Callcutt. Post Boy scored Just before Half time. At the interval Witton turned round facing a 1-2 deficit but were creating the chances but unfortunately not taking them. Adam Milburn headed wide from a great angle and Grant Boyd also glanced a header wide and then saw a mazy run stopped by a last ditch tackle. Wittons luck seems to be going at the minute as they conceded a 3rd, Dave Callcutt then pounced on an error to score at the near post and Liam Summers grabbed an equaliser at the death to take us into extra time. Witton lost Wes Haley who had been superb at centre half causing a complete reshuffle at the back. Extra time did Witton no favours as they conceded 2 unlucky own goals to rebounds in the first period and from there we gambled and threw people forward and were undone again to give the score a very unrealistic look. Final score 7-3 to the Post Boy. Langley Park Steelers won 6-1 at Ferryhill Dynamos, and Washington Victoria were 3-2 winners at Houghton Chilton Lodge.

Bishop Auckland HEART FOUNDATION Cup

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-11-02T10:48:34+00:00

An under strength Newton Aycliffe Wmc travelled to Bishop Auckland Hospital Club, Aycliffe moved comfortably into the next round with a 6 - 0 victory. A superb hatrick from Campbell and goals from Wright, Bussomworth and Mason saw off the opposition. Langley Park wmc crashed to a 6-3 Defeat at Albert Hill Wmc. The Bird Inn were 4-3 winners at Bishop Auckland Cricket Club, Houghton Comrades had a Fine 3-2 home win over Tindale Crescent Wmc. Brandon Bay Horse progressed to the next Round winning 5-2 against Visitors Coundon Miners, Ferryhill Wmc lost 3-1 at Home to Staindrop Fc.Ferryhill Saints also moved into the next round with a Fine 3-2 home win over Newton Aycliffe Cobblers.

Sunday 31st October

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-11-02T10:47:22+00:00

Kelloe Unlucky at the Lyons
by
Groundhopper

Premier Division
In the Premier Division the Big game of the Day was at Murton Welfare were last season Champions Hetton Lyons Cricket Club entertained the Premier Runners up from last Season Kelloe Wmc. Kelloe got off to the best possible start with a goal after 11 minutes when John Cook supplied the through-ball, and Kieran Megran found the net from outside the area with a speculative right footed effort. And gave the Lyons goalkeeper Keith Finch no chance 0-1. Neither team took command of the game with a lot of passes going astray and they were cancelling each other out. Second half and the Lyons started much better than the whole of the first half when Chris Bell broke through the centre of the Kelloe defence and his shot gave the goalkeeper Morris no chance 1-1. Kelloe had the chance to take the lead 5 minutes later but a brilliant save from Keith Finch denied them then it was the turn of the Kelloe goalkeeper Carl Morris to keep them in the game with a great save from Hetton Forward Micky Rae. The game was starting to open out a little with both teams having a couple of chances but Substitute Chris Lawther gave the Lyons the lead with 6 minutes remaining, a cross from Griffiths and Lawther's strike smashed the ball past Morris 2-1. Kelloe pressed for the equalizer but the Lyons stood firm. Sacriston Cricket Club entertained Sedgefield St. Edmunds both sides sharing the points in a 3-3 Draw Goals scored for Sedgefield, Richard Bayles, Brian Fairhurst and Paul Cleary. Wash JFC welcomed Chester Hilda Park to there home ground for today’s Premier Fixture ,in the first of this seasons game against the two newly promoted sides from the First Division The game was played in Great Spirit both teams having a lot of mutual respect for each other. End to end play in the first half saw JFC create many chances to take the lead but just couldn’t put the ball in the net, . but it was Hilda Park who had the first real opportunity on the JFC goal after Paul Greggs was released down the left who picked out Chris Duke inside the six yard box, but his header was straight at the JFC keeper.Just before Half Time Hilda Park missed a Great chance from a right wing corner, but captain Marc Smiths header couldn’t find the target and a low left wing drive across the face of the goal from Callum Turnbull was just missed by striker Damon Ellis.Half Time – Washington JFC 0-0 Hilda Park FC,The second half saw JFC have even more of the play than they had enjoyed in the first half but try as they did the MOTM McGuire the Hilda Park keeper stepped up to the line and had an absolute blinder, McGuire tipped 2 shots on to the cross bar and then pulled off a cracking save to turn Vincent’s 20 yard volley onto the post and then kept a clean sheet for his team with a excellent performance, 0 - 0 fulltime.

First Division.
In the First Division, Steelers FC could not match Burnside WMC as the visitors comfortably took all 3 points. Jamie Clifford did bring the Steelers back into the game when he levelled the scores on 32 minutes but his 50th goal for the club was not enough to get something from the match. Burnside played a very good game and their industrious midfield was enough to see them through on the day with a 2-1 victory. Chester Osborne hosted Saciston wmc, and it was the home team who started the better of the two teams, a through ball from Wes Hood found Paul Botcherby who beat the oncoming keeper and scored into an empty net, shortly after the Sacriston defender was unlucky to turn it into his own net to give the Osborne a 2-0 lead. Osborne’s third goal came from Andrew Willcock scoring from 18 yards into the bottom corner. 3-0 at half time and it was Sacriston who started the second Half a little brighter and scored just after the re start lobbing Peter Roddham in the Osborne Goal. The Osborne settled in and Andrew Willcock picked out defender Alan Neesam for his first goal of the season with a header at the far post. The Osborne’s debutant keeper Steve Barnes got a run out upfront and Wes Hood found him on the six yard box, Barnes then calmly finished into the bottom corner making it 5-1 to the Osborne.Sedgefield Black Lion were 3-1 winners at Gilesgate Moor Hotel After four games without a win Houghton Mill All Stars hit fine form with a 1-0 victory away at Washington Arms. The only goal of the game came after fifty minutes when a Gary Adey blaster from twenty yards out got a slight deflection to beat keeper Ramsey. Arms best chance of the game came with five minutes remaining when Carlo Barrass was through running at goal but a superb sliding tackle from Mill's Alistair Dodds stopped the shot to make sure Mill claimed all three points.

In the Second Division
A scrappy game at Sedgefield as Net Park entertained Waterhouses with both teams struggling to get the ball down and play. Waterhouses took an early lead with a penalty 0-1. Ryan Boardman finished well to make it 1-1. Waterhouses took the lead again after NET Park failed to clear 1-2. Chris Barber made it 2-2 on the stroke of h/t with a firm header.NET Park dominated and had four or five great chances which they really should have taken to win this game, final score 2-2.West Rainton Fc scored after 5 mins through Ian Brown on their Visit to Chilton Wmc, Chilton levelled on 8 mins with Nicky Pickford scoring. A dour game with few chances for both sides. Chilton had to wait until the 65th min to win the game through Nicky Pickford scoring again. To give Chilton the three points in a 2-1 win.Bede Lodge Entertained Pelton Fc at Framwellgate Moor A good hard fought game with both sides totally committed. Bede Lodge took the lead courtesy of a Jonathon Kelly volley with 20 minutes gone. Pelton Fc equalised midway through the second half and Bede Lodge won the game through a Kev Kerr header with 3 minutes to go. Lumley entertained Sherburn Lambton Arms and took an early lead through Sean Henderson, But Sherburn equalised through Parnaby on the stroke of half time. Parnaby netted again to give Sherburn a 2-1 lead. Sherburn ended any hope of a comeback with an excellently finished third.,and Washington Victoria were 1-0 home winners over Coxhoe Wmc.

In the Third Division
In the Third Division East Rainton Fc entertained Witton Gilbert Wmc , Rainton were without Top Marksman without Jon Gaunt due to Injury, East Rainton still turned on the style in a 5-1 win, Goals from Callum Hopps, Andrew Shepherd, Robert Walker and a brace from Steve Spence .New Durham wmc maintain there good start to the season beating Chester easy street 4-0, with goals from Nicholas Marly Steve Bowes, and a brace from Robert Allen, it could of been a bigger score line .but for mom Chester’s keeper. Shadforth Plough lost 1-0 at Pittington Fc. Bowburn Cooperage and Houghton Chilton Lodge shared the Points in a 1-1 Draw.

In the Fourth Division
Chester Leonard’s entertained Quarrington Hill WMC,Leonards looking to keep their winning streak going Leonard’s started well and were 4-1 up at half time with Wilkinson, Lowes and Alex Peake 2 getting the goals for Leonards with Lewis Newton replying for the Hill. Leonard’s got a bit sloppy 2nd half and with 10 mins to go Quarrington hill were in the game Goals from Chris Winter and Chris Taylor pulled the score back to 4-3 and looking to equalis.. Wilkinson then sealed the win with a great volley at a great time to ease the Leonard’s nerves. Chester Cricket Club made a welcome return to league action with a 5-2 victory over Durham Garden House. The Cricketers went 1-0 up within a few minutes, Ash Balfour finishing from a tight angle after Andrew Robinson flicked on from a throw. The Cricketers extended their lead soon after when Ash Balfour supplied John Sexton to finish from close range. With Chester CC looking to put the game beyond doubt, Garden House were awarded a penalty after a blatant push in the box. The penalty was duly despatched and Garden House found an equaliser when a free kick into the box caused confusion in the home defence allowing the striker an easy finish. With the game evenly poised at half time, Chester Cricket Club came out the better team in the second half and Darren Redfearn supplied the pass for Andrew Robinson to put the Cricketers 3-2 up. Andrew Robinson returned the favour soon after, putting Redfearn through on goal, the striker finishing to give the home team a 4-2 lead. The game was put beyond doubt when a free kick deflected into the path of Michael Redshaw who fired home to give Chester CC a 5-2 win. New Brancepeth wmc were 3-0 Home winners over Ferryhill Dynamo’s.

LEAGUE CUP sponsored By Spennymoor Town fc
In the 4th round of the league cup Division 4 team Dubmire Wmc went through comfortably against 3rd Division team Bishop Middleham Cross Keys Fc The 1st half provided no goals even though Dubmire were the better team and had enough chances to take the lead .A strong 2nd half display from Dubmire ,Who controlled it throughout and in the end ran out comfortable 3 nil winners .The 1st goal was a real goal poachers Goal from Maddison as he followed in a shot which the keeper spilled into his path and he expertly guided it into an empty net .The 2nd goal came a little later when a great cross from Jordison caused confusion in the Bishop box and Thompson latched onto the ball and drilled a shot passed the bishop goalkeeper., The 3rd goal came from another excellent cross from Jordison ,Who pick out Price at the back post an he rifled it into the Bishop’s goal giving the goalkeeper no chance The whole Dubmire team performed well in the game but Maddison ,Thompson & Jordison all starred for Dubmire

PRESIDENTS 3RD RD
lGoals from John Haydon 3,Jon Heslop 2,Michael Jones 4 and one each for Steve Philiphs and Dan Beardmore gave Framwellgate Moor Wmc a 11-0 win at Washington Lambton Village.

Bishop Auckland HEART FOUNDATION Cup
An under strength Newton Aycliffe Wmc travelled to Bishop Auckland Hospital Club, Aycliffe moved comfortably into the next round with a 6 - 0 victory. A superb hatrick from Campbell and goals from Wright, Bussomworth and Mason saw off the opposition. Langley Park wmc crashed to a 6-3 Defeat at Albert Hill Wmc. The Bird Inn were 4-3 winners at Bishop Auckland Cricket Club, Houghton Comrades had a Fine 3-2 home win over Tindale Crescent Wmc. Brandon Bay Horse progressed to the next Round winning 5-2 against Visitors Coundon Miners, Ferryhill Wmc lost 3-1 at Home to Staindrop Fc.Ferryhill Saints also moved into the next round with a Fine 3-2 home win over Newton Aycliffe Cobblers.
The Next Round of the Competition looks like this:

West Auckland Eden Arms or Bishop Beehive v Albert Hill WMC or Middlestone Moor Masons
High Handenhold Bird Inn or Shildon Jubilee v Staindrop FC
Ferryhill Saints v Witton Park Rose and Crown
Kelloe WMC v Darlington Haughton Grey Horse
Bishop Hogan’s v Houghton Comrades
Chilton WMC v Brandon Bay Horse
Newton Aycliffe WMC v Pelton RAOB
Crook Town Sunday or Framwellgate Moor WMC or Shotton Comrades v Darlington DRSM All-stars or Coundon Foresters.
The Crook /Framwellgate Moor wmc game is subject to protest which has been referred to Durham FA for adjudication due to nature of complaint
The next round of games is scheduled for 28th November 2010 which unfortunately co-insides with County Cup date and several of above may still be involved after the matches due to be played on 7th November.

Owen Hits four for Aycliffe

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-10-26T10:29:56+01:00

By
Groundhopper

PREMIER Divison
In the Premier Division Langley Park Wmc Travelled to Newton Aycliffe Wmc, There was little to choose between the sides in the early exchanges, and both sides created a couple of good chances. After 25 minutes a long ball into the Langley box created havoc and ended with a defender slicing the ball into his own net. Five minutes later a neat one two between Mason and Brischuk led to Brischuck rolling the ball into the net. Pressure began to mount on the Langley defence, and right on half time Wright managed to force the third home from close range.The second half belonged to Aycliffe winger Stuart Owen who scored four times, the second being a penalty, which resulted in a Langley defender being shown the red card. After being reduced to ten men Langley were under constant pressure and McMullen also grabbed a goal to make the final score 8-0.Sedgefield st Edmunds Travelled to Washington JFC, the First meeting between the two sides. Two second half goals from Andrew Beamson and Paul Cleary, gave st Edmunds a fine 2-0 away win.Sacriston Cricket Club and visitors Brandon Bay Horse shared the Points in a 1-1 Draw.

DIV 1
The Washington Arms bounced back from lasts Weeks County Cup hammering to give Sedgefield Black Lion a 9-0 mauling in the Division One encounter at Glebe Park. David Lyall opened the floodgates after ten minutes after which the goals flowed, man of the match Craig Smith netting two as did Danny Murray, Chris Morrison scored before making way for substitute Carlo Barrass who promptly went on to score a hat-trick.Ushaw Moor Cricket Club entertained Sacriston Wmc, It was Fairly even for the first 10 min until Sacriston had to make a sub due to a injury .Sacristons defence had to put up with a barrage of long balls from Ushaw Moor and nearly conceded a Goal midway through the 1st half. Ushaw Moor had a corner and one of their players came in unmarked at the back post only to head against the underside of the bar, the ball bounced on the line and was then cleared, the Ushaw Moor players appealed for a goal but it was not given. Sacriston continued to create chances with Davey Wardle working hard in Sacriston midfield Sacriston scored with after a goalmouth scramble just before Half Time with Wardle poking the ball home. 1-0 at half time Ushaw Moor made a sub in the second half and their looked a lot more dangerous, only solid defending from the Sacriston back four stopped them from equalising, Ushaw Moor kept pressing and forced a error from Gary Varty to allow the striker through on goal, he slotted it past the oncoming keeper to make it 1-1.
Sacriston kept wasting chances but finally Ben Sanderson scored a trademark goal, beating the offside trap he was left one on one with the goalkeeper, he put the ball in the corner to make it 2-1.
Sacriston should have scored a 3rd with good play down the right wing, the ball was squared and Aaron White only had to pass it in to an empty net but somehow he managed to miss the ball!!
Final Result: Ushaw Moor 1-2 Sacriston WMC Barley Mow Inn travelled to Langley Park to play the Steelers, Steelers FC were 3 goals to the better in this 11 goal thriller. A game not recommended for the faint hearted but a huge spectacle for the neutral could have gone either way until mid way through the second half. A hat trick for Adam Malekpour and a brace to Kieron Moralee for the second week running with Jamie Clifford and Liam Burn who scored his first for the club being enough to see off the visitors. Barley Mow Striker Ryan Moore Hitting a Hat Trick and Barley skipper Neil Evans scoring for the opposition, Final score 7-4 to the Steelers. The old clich 'a game of two halves' certainly applied to Houghton Mill All Stars home league division one match with neighbours Burnside WMC. Mill were much the better side throughout the first half and three David Hall goals gave Mill a 3-0 half time lead - Hall's second goal was a joy to watch as he lobbed the ball over the Burnside defence on the half way line before running at goal, rounding keeper Chris Wilson and firing the ball into an empty net. Whatever Burnside's Manager Brett Cummings said to his team mates at half time worked wonders as Burnside started the second half much the livelier team as they netted two goals within two minutes of the restart. Cummings himself scored the first and Carl Finch the second. On seventy five minutes Burnside's Jon Caris had a shot at goal from twenty yards out and the ball deflected off the heel of Mill's Scot Watson to deceive keeper Pearson for a cruel but well deserved equaliser.

DIV 2
Sedgefield Net Park played their worst 45mins of football all season against visitors Pelton Fc; it was Pelton Fc took full advantage by notching four goals in the first 30mins. Credit to Pelton some of the goals were very well worked with their two forwards causing a lot of problems, for Net parkH/T 4-0 ,Net park came out to salvage some pride and played much better. A strong run by Andrew Shepherd resulted in a high ball that Dan Pilling got a touch before the keeper to give Net park hope 4-1. Net Park piled the pressure on but the Pelton keeper and mom Jip were up for the challenge. Lines finished well after 70mins to give Net Park a chance 4-2. Chris Barber had a great chance to score Net parks 3rd but the keeper saved brilliantly if that had gone in who knows but credit to Pelton they held on to take all 3 points. Chilton Wmc were 8-0 winners at Lumley Fc and Chester Plough Inn were 7-4 Home winners over West Rainton Fc

DIV 3
Shadforth entertained top of the league Pelaw Grange dogs, knowing a win would see them just one point behind the leaders.Shadforth came into this game of the back of two great league wins against other promotion contenders, East Rainton & New Durham WMC. The Plough started 3 5 2, And took the lead in the first half with a great team goal, Martin Denney was played in down the right hand-side after a great bit of build up play, Dan McCaffery made a late burst into the box to grab his fourth of the season with a well placed volley into the far top corner. The visitors were level within a matter of minutes, with a shot from David Donnelly on the edge of the box rattled the shins of Richard Scott then hit of Jack Moore and bobbled into the back of the net. The Plough regained the lead from the spot, Stephen Maddox jinxed through five challenges on the edge of the box and threaded a neat ball trough to Stu Coxon, who was took out from behind the ref give the kick. Moore stepped up to convert confidently. Half Time 2 1, The second half got under way and it would get better for the centre half Moore, he started the move off and ran through into the box and was un marked, Dan Hall crossed and found Moore who had the simple task of nodding beyond a helpless keeper, Moore would get the 4 and his hat-trick, we went forward for a corner and the ball dropped to his left foot and finished emphatically, a perfect hat-trick, one with the right, one with the head and one with the left. The Plough looked comfortable and were good for their 3 points and deserved them, The Plough were without four regular players this season, but the lads proved we really do have a great squad this term.Full Time 4 1. New Durham Wmc won 5-0 at Houghton Chilton Lodge. It was back to the bread and butter of the league after good performances in cup ties in the previous 2 weeks as Witton Gilbert Wmc entertained Bishop Middleham Cross Keys.Witton started brightly enough and for the first 25 minutes had the majority of the game but failed to gain any advantage and suffered a sucker punch when Bishop went one up in their first meaningful attack. It took Witton a while to gain composure but came back into it when Scott Embleton smashed a 25 yard dive into the net to level the scores up. Just before half time Bishop Middleham went further ahead .In the second half Witton went further behind with 26 minutes left. David Callcutt was sent on as a Sub for Witton to try and get them back into the game, it paid off as he crashed in Wittons second from 10 yards out. But Bishop Middleham Fought back and added two quick Goals to make it 2-4, in a frantic last 10 minutes Callcutt got another goal for Witton. Witton then missed a great opportunity to level things up when Callcutts near post shot was dragged wide. Scott Embleton then missed another great chance when his header went wide in the last Minute of the Game to make the Final score 4-3 to the visitors.

DIV 4
Kelloe Davy Lamp Travelled to Framwellgate Moor to play the Salutation, the Davey Lamp started the game very quick and got a goal within the first couple of minutes from a ball through the defence. Salutation gradually clawed themselves back in to the game and played some very good one and two touch passing through the middle of the park, with Anthony Bussey and Liam Maddox controlling things. A ball in from the right saw Hughes slide in and get an equaliser which put the Salutation on the front foot and Bowen then got another goal with a right foot finish in to the corner after another ball in from the right. All Davy Lamps threats were coming from balls over the top and the Salutation got caught out twice in succession trying to play the offside trap and kelloe took their tally to 3. Another goal a piece from a Hughes and then Bowen saw the Salutation take a 4-3 lead in the second half. Davy lamp then pushed an extra man forward trying to get an equaliser, which came shortly after that from a comer kick that wasnt cleared at the near post and was stabbed home to make it 4-4. It was then all hands to the pump for a few mines as Kelloe piled forward, but the Salutations better passing started to tell and more chances began to be created. Smith missing from close range from a low shot that the keeper saved, then Anthony Bussey grabbed his first of the game. A tap in at the far post after great work from Hughes to take his man on and cross from the left. Bowen then completed his hat trick after another ball from the wide area, this time from the right by Hughes and after a great dummy by Bussey; Bowen had all the time in the world to slot it past the keeper. Anthony Bussey finished off the scoring and grabbed his second of the game by chasing a long ball down the left, cutting in and beating two men before shooting past the keeper at the far post. A deserved win for the salutation 7-4, New Brancepeth Wmc were 4-1 winners at Durham Garden House. Chester Leonards recorded a 4th win on the bounce as they entertained Ferryhill Dynamos, thanks to a late winner from captain Nichol. In what was a poor game, Leonards went behind,. Then Leonards equalised all most instantly through new striker Wilkinson. Then the winner came late on from the skipper. Full time. Leonards 2-1 dynamosALAN SMITH TROPHY
Chester Cricket Club Travelled to Fatfield Biddick Inn, the Cricketers, for large parts, they were the better team and produced another good performance against higher division opposition. Fatfield took an early lead when a debatable foul on a clearing defender went unpunished; the ball fell to a Fatfield midfielder who struck home from distance. Despite this setback, The Cricketers gradually regained confidence and enjoyed long spells of attacking possession without ever having the cutting edge to find an equaliser, going in at half time only a goal down but looking the better team. Chester CC tried to continue where they left off at the beginning of the second half; the home side extend their lead to 3-0. The Cricketers managed to pull a goal back shortly after through Michael Redshaw, the big centre half nodding home at the back post, but with Chester CC pushing for more goals, Fatfield Biddick wrapped up the game with another two goals. Credit to Fatfield Biddick Inn who took their chances when they came along in an enjoyable cup game played in the right spirit. A Hat trick from Callum Hopps and a David Lowther Goal seal an East Rainton Fc 4-2 win over Dubmire WMCPelton ROAB Travelled to Ferryhill Post Boy, Pelton tacking the Lead on 11 mins, converted from outside the area with a right footed finish; it was a superb individual goal which Kenny Ball wont forget! The move started with some clever play from Anthony Davison. Then on 24 Mins Ryan Drummand fired home from 18 yards out with a well-finished left foot goal, following a cross from Michael Graver. To Give Pelton a 2-0 lead in the second Half on 67 min a well delivered corner from Anthony Davison was converted by Paul Freeman. A textbook finish with the head from close range, then Pelton completed the scoring in the. 73 min Ryan Drummand fired home from close range with a clinical left foot goal, following a cross from Michael Graver. To give them a 4-0 win.

LEAGUE CUP
In the League Cup Sponsored by Spennymoor Town Fc the big game of the day was the Local Derby Kelloe WMC entertained rivals Coxhoe WMC in the 3rd round of the Competition. Kelloe started the brightest and forced the play, Kieran Megran hitting the bar early on from a free kick. Kelloe then broke through Stuart Thompson who crossed for Jonathan Hare to finish. Kelloe then dominated possession and had other chances to extend the lead before half time. After the break Kelloe's superior fitness started to tell and made numerous chances before Kieran Megran crossed for Gavin Barton to head home to make it 2 - 0. Coxhoe had a couple of half chances before Paul Broom slotted home foe a consolation goal making it 2 - 1 with 10 minutes left. Kelloe pressed forward and should have extended their lead but missed again numerous chances. Chester Osborne wmc played host to Bowburn Cooperage, an early penalty award to the Osborne was taken by Nathan Barrels the Cooperage Keeper making a Brilliant save, shortly after Bowburn Cooperage took the lead. The Osborne levelled through Nathan Burrell who played the ball superbly through the defence and ran on to take the ball around the Cooperage keeper and turn it in, The Osborne then went on to take the lead with Glen Taylor scoring from a Lloyd McGee pass. The Osborne sat back and it was Bowburn who went in 3-2 up at the interval. The Osborne made changes and never looked back, Chris Winn came out of goal and obliged with a hatrick in fifteen minutes, 2 goals from Paul Botcherby and 1 each from Andrew Willcock and substitute Michael Toon saw them through to the next round 9-4 winners.Gilesgate Moor Hotel were 4-0 Home winners over Durham Bede Lodge. 3rd division Framwellgate Moor Wmc faced the daunting task of playing against probably the best side in England Hetton Lyons Cricket Club at Murton, the Lyons Cricket Club making five changes from last week, The Lyons Got off to a great start 3 minutes had gone and Warren Byrne was upended in the box and Keith Graydon scored from the penalty spot. Daniel Moore made it 2-0 after 15 minutes when a cross from Ainsley that beat the keeper and Moore slotted the ball in to the net,22 minutes gone and good work down the right hand side from Lawther and his cross was put into the net from the Fram defender 3-0. Chris Bell made it 4-0 after 35 minutes with a great run, when his first shot was saved but he made sure the rebound went into the back of the net. Five minutes before the break and a brilliant ball from Johnny Butler that split the defence open like a can of sardines and Keith Graydon ran on to it and smashed the ball in to the net half time 5-0.The Lyons kept the pressure up in the second half and Warren Byrne deservedly got his goal in the 47th minute with some good work in the penalty area then beating the keeper 6-0. Lowther got his first of the game when Beasley set him up with a great pass in which Lowther made no mistake to make it 7-0 with 58 minutes gone. Two minutes later and a great run from Bell and his pass to Canavan his shot hit the post and Lowther was there to poke the ball home to make it 8-0. Michael Canavan made it 9-0 (65 mins) when the Fram defenders failed to clear the ball and his shot gave the keeper no chance. Chris Lowther got his hat trick 8 minutes later with a clinical shot from the edge of the six yard box 10-0, and with 5 minutes to go Keith Finch cleared the ball down field, Chris Bell picked it up beat the defender and his shot gave the goalkeeper no chance 11-0. The Lyons played some good football and with some big games coming up no one wants to be left out also full credit to the Framwellgate Moor players for never stop trying for the 90 minutes and especially there keeper David Passmore who made some brilliant saves.

PRESIDENTS TROPHY
In the 2nd Round of the Presidents Trophy , this A game, where first half Quarrington Hill wmc struggled to get to grips with the opposition Ferryhill Saints who were 4 - 0 up at half time through some generous play and a couple of well worked goals. Second half was a much more even affair, Quarrington hill getting one with a well taken Dan Beaney penalty but Ferryhill extending the lead late on. Man of the Match was Alex Clewes who was outstanding in the middle of the park committing to every tackle and playing some neat football throughout.. Waterhouses were 5-2 Home winners over Chester Easystreet Fc, Washington Honest Boy Entertained Washington Colliery in the Big Washington Derby .The weather made for tricky conditions and The Honest Boy were down to the bare bones missing 4 or 5 first team players but it was The Boy who started the brightest with Martin Fishwick hitting the post after only five minutes and stringing together some nice passing moves against derby rivals Washington Colliery. Five minutes later The Honest Boy did take the lead with Andy Thompson passing a ball forward to Nathan Varty on edge of the box; Nathan turned and struck a low drive into the bottom left corner. After that Washington Colliery started to come back into the game and Mark Boundy had to react well to block a low drive from the angle with his legs. From Mark's save the ball broke to Lee Simpson who played an incisive long pall (he booted it up the pitch) for Andy Thompson to run on to, he broke into the box and was brought down by The Colliery's Centre half for a penalty. Dean Sinclair Stepped up to take the penalty but the keeper read it and did well to get across and palm it away. This seemed to spur The Colliery on and they were unlucky not to score when a deep cross to the back post was volleyed against the post With Johnny Gaunt clearing the rebound away. Soon after the Boy were two-nil up after Varty, usually a right back but making a rare appearance up front, pounced on a Sinclair shot which held up in a boggy goalmouth to put it in from 2 yards. Shortly after that Varty returned the favour leaving Sinclair with the easiest of finishes. 3-0 HALF TIME Colliery started off the better of the two teams in the second half and Boundy had to go full length to keep out a long range strike that seemed to be heading for the top corner. From the resulting corner The Colliery did make it 3-1 after a looping cross that Boundy lost in the sun dropped onto the forward who was all on his own and he headed it into the top corner. The Colliery then pushed on and Boundy tipped over a fierce volley from the edge of the box and Simpson and Gaunt had to stand strong against a barrage of long balls. The Colliery nearly got back into the match after getting a second goal, the ball holding up in the same boggy goalmouth as assisted the Boy in the first half for their lad to square it and an easy finish from 3 yards. Honest Boy then made a change bringing off Varty and introducing Duff. The managerial masterstroke paid off soon after when Taylor played a ball inside from the left for Duff who let the ball run across his body and hit a sweet strike with his right foot that left the keeper with no chance. It wasnt long before it was 5-2, Taylor sliding a ball through for Tullis who produced a delightful chip from 25 yards that once again, left the keeper with no chance. The game was wrapped when Taylor who made no mistake from all of 1 yard. 6-2 to the Honest Boy who progress to the next round but special mention goes to the referee who tried to let the game flow in tricky conditions and The Colliery lads who we wish well until we play them in the league later this season.Washington Victoria Travelled to Langley Park to play the Rams Head. The game kicked off and after Both Teams settled down with the Victoria having the better of the chances; Steve Wilson went close as did Lee Munro. The deadlock was broken after 15 Mins , Steven Douglas slid the ball through to Mark Liddle who pushed it past the 'keeper only to be brought down and the referee awarded the penalty. Liddle hit it firmly into the top corner for 1-0. Not long after, Tom Hunt had a chance from a corner, his header flashed wide of the post. The Victoria scored a second not much later though, Wilson driving in a cross which seemed to change direction in the air and surprised everyone by clipping the post and nestling in the back of the net. It remained 2-0 until half time. Second half Langley only tests Talbot in goal once, which he saved really well down low to his left. The Victorias 3rd came from a corner, Lee Charlton nipping in to side foot home from close range. By now we were comfortable, but we still pushed for more. Steven Wilson was a constant threat down the right, and Langley tried pretty much everything to stop him, while Mickey Dowson was also getting the better of his marker, only to be fouled constantly as Langley resorted to kicking people instead of the ball. The Victoria got a 4th with 5 minutes remaining; Douglas skinned his marker in midfield before putting Kindon through on goal, who curled it into the top corner for the goal of the game. 4-0 and through to the next round,

Match Report Sunday 17th October

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-10-19T10:40:00+01:00

Lyons Leave It late
By
Grounhopper

Premier Division
Hetton Lyons travelled to Newton Aycliffe Wmc and made hard work of this Premier League Game, it should have been all over in the first half with the chances they had and some great saves from the Aycliffe goalkeeper. Newton Aycliffe were two goals up within the first 23 minutes, Mark Brischuk on 18 mins with an unstoppable shot from about 15 yards, and then From a corner Aycliffe made it 2 with a volley from Liam Cooper just outside the box on 22 mins. The Lyons pulled a goal back in the 32nd minute with some good work from Dodd’s and he crossed the ball for Warren Byrne to score (2-1) Lyons hit the post and the crossbar and other chances but couldn't score.The Lyons started the second half with the pressure on the home teams goal and Lewis Dodd’s was unlucky to see his effort scrambled off the line and in the 53rd minute the Lyons drew level with a scrambled goal in the box with Chris Bell getting the final touch (2-2) six minutes later the Lyons took the lead, a corner from the right from Dodd’s to the near post and Carl Beasley got the faintest of touch to claim the goal (2-3). Hetton once again were guilty of not putting the game out of sight with some great chances and Aycliffe were looking for a break to get a goal and in the 90th minute they got it, a shot into the penalty area and the ball hit Beasley's hand and the Aycliffe Striker scored from the penalty (3-3). The home team looked like they had grabbed a point but the Lyons weren't finished and in the 91st minute a great ball from Dodd’s put Bell through and he smashed the ball past the goalkeeper (3-4) a minute later and not to be out done Lewis Dodd’s picked the ball up from midfield beat two defenders then the keeper to score (3-5). Washington JFC entertained Sacriston Cricket Club this the 2nd time in 7 days the clubs have played each Other. The game started end to end with both teams well matched in all departments, The game changed in the favour of JFC when a clever free kick by Vincent beat all and sundry to find its way into the far corner of the goal, 1-0 JFC at halftime, Sacriston probably felt hard done by as they had enjoyed there fair share of the ball. Washington JFC started stronger in the 2nd half and there pressure paid dividends when Miller burst into the Sacriston penalty area and after a great one - two with Laidler saw Miller pass to Cuthbertson who got off the mark for his new club with a well controlled shot passed the Sacriston keeper 2-0 to JFC.With 15 minutes remaining Sacriston came closest to scoring when there midfielder hit a cracker from 25yds just to see Smith JFC’s keeper make a great save tipping the ball over the bar. JFC made 2 substitutions with 15 mins to go Chippa for Tanky and Clarkey for Biff and with 5 minutes to go Biff Grainger arrived at the far post like a shadow in the night to smack home a deflected ball from a corner, full time a 3-0 Wash win for JFC.

Division One
In the First Division Two Goals for James Grey was not enough to prevent Barley Mow inn loosing   3-2 against visitors Gilesgate Moor Hotel. Langley Park Steelers kept up their promotion hopes with a 4-3 home win over Houghton Mill All Stars. Mill took the lead after only five minutes when a David Jane corner was headed home by Gary Adey. But despite a bright start Mill then folded for the remainder of the first half conceding four goals - two from Michael Nichol including a penalty kick, and a further brace from Kieron Moralee. Mill reduced the deficit ten minutes into the second half when a low cross into the box from Steve Malloy was slotted into the net by Andy Adey and with five minutes remaining a fine Steve Malloy run and shot made it 4-3. In the dying moments of the game both sides were reduced to ten men when Mill keeper Dan Pearson reacted to a rash challenge from Steelers Martin Merren and both players received their marching orders.

Division Two
In the Second Division Lumley Fc‘s first win of the season against visitors West Rainton Fc, was soured by the news that Richard Kay had broken his leg after a 50/50 challenge. Lumley FC   young guns controlled the game & went ahead through Laidler then West Rainton equalised before goals from McKee & Robson put Lumley in control. Rainton pulled one back on the stroke of half time making it 3-2. In the second half Robson converted a penalty before Clawson struck home a free kick giving Lumley a fine 5-2 victory.Pelton Fc were 6-1 home winners over Washington Lambton Village.Bede Lodge lost 5-1 at Sherburn Lambton Arms.

Division Three
In the Only game in the 3rd Division Bow burn Cooperage were 5-0 winners over Visitors Bishop Middleham Cross Keys.

Division Four
In the Third Division Chester Leonard’s won for a third consecutive week and the 2nd week in a row against visitors Burnmoor JFC. Leonard’s were quick out of the traps and were a goal to the good within 1st minutes. Brennan volleying home fryers nod down. This lead was extended to 2 before half time through Peakes deflected shot from distance. In truth, it wasn't a very good game and the 2nd half continued the same way. Leonard’s went 3 up 10 minutes from time, substitute Nichols pin point cross headed home expertly by Brennan for his 2nd. Burnmoor then denied Leonard’s the clean sheet, with consolation goal with virtually the last kick. Final score: Leonard’s 3-1 Burnmoor . A great advert for sunday league football with two teams playing good football in a competetive sporting manner overseen by a by a good referee. New Brancepeth took the lead on ten minutes after a mistake at the back and made it 2-0 after 18 minutes with a good move down the left. Q hill gave themselves a chance scoring just before half time after a superb cross from Lee Carter was smashed in at the far post by Dan Beaney. The second half saw more good football with New Brancepeth missing a few chances before extending the lead after a fine finish from a wide angle on the left side. However Q hill continued to press and a double substitution on 70 minutes saw both subs score, Jeff Dean with a speculative shot from 30 yds on the right side and Scott Wilson following in after a save from the keeper to level the score. Either side could have won the game in the last minute but Q Hill's resilience matched New Brancepeths slick passing game. Another Lively Performance From Q Hill MOM Chris Kane

League Cup Sponsored By Spennymoor Town Fc
In the 4th round of the league Cup sponsored by Spennymoor FC Pelaw Grange Dogs FC hosted Pittington FC from the same division and Tommy Bulmer the referee had a very good game The game was at a fast pace with both sides showing good touches but it was Pelaw Grange Dogs FC that went ahead by a strike by Paul Curry after some good approach work. This was turned onto the post by the keeper and went in on around 15 minutes of play. Then after around 25 minutes they went 2 nil up when centre forward Chris Hawkins broke clear to make it 2 nil. It was 3 nil 10/15 minutes later when Neil Worley scored. After the interval Paul Curry of Pelaw Grange Dogs Fc was replaced with Daniel Fraterrigo and it looked as if the rest of the midfield were taking a rest with Pittington piling on the pressure and if it wasn't for man of the match Wayne Laws in goal it could have been a different story. Wayne made several fine saves in goal. Craig Bain was replaced with Kenny Brown during the second half and Pittington also used their substitutes. However as time went on they left gaps at the back and full back David Fleming went round 2 or 3 players before slotting the ball home to make it 4 nil with plenty of support available. Anthony Nicholson also got a run out replacing Neil Worley. Pelton Roab entertained Witton Gilbert Wmc and goals from Kenny Ball, Luke Kerry and Carl Ritchie gave them a hard fought 3-2 win. An even contest for the first thirty minutes at Sedgefield were Net Park entertained Washington Honest Boy, with not many goal scoring chances in the First Half. Then Net Park broke the deadlock when an Honest Boy defender pulled back Martin Broom resulted in a penalty which Nicky Walker finished to put Net Park In Front 1-0. Then a corner from Dan Pilling was met with a firm header from centre half Lee Peat to net his 7th of the season, 2-0 at half-time. Then a moment of madness from the Washington midfielder who fired insults at the referee resulted in a 2nd yellow and an early bath. The 2nd half Net Park just went through the motions missing several one on ones with the keeper playing very well and single handily keeping the scoreline respectable. Washington never really threatened the Net park goal and the game ended 2-0. Handenhold Bird Inn were 5-2 winners at Durham Garden House.

Presidents Trophy 2nd Round
Chester Plough Inn entertained Kelloe Davy Lamp in the 2nd round of the Presidents Trophy, The Plough taking the lead after 6 min Joel Baddams fired home from 8 yards out with a well-finished right foot goal, following a cross from Daniel Hill. Two mins later Baddams added his second firing home from 18 yards out with a superb right foot goal, following a through-ball from Ben Lloyd. The Plough went further ahead a well delivered cross from Chris Cuthbertson was converted by Daniel Hill. A textbook finish with the right foot from 18 yards out. The Plough put pressure on the Davey Lamp defence on 30 Mins were further ahead A left footed finish from six yards out by Mark Atchison, following a goalmouth scramble Just before Half time the Plough were winning 5-0 . A well delivered cross from Jamie Seymour was converted by Daniel Hill. A great finish with the right foot from 18 yards out. In the 50 min Jamie Seymour fired home from close range with a well-finished right foot goal, following a cross from Daniel Hill. On 60 min 7-0) A spectacular individual goal and a moment of magic! Good lead up play from Joel Baddams led to Jamie Seymour scoring from long range with the right foot. 10 mins later A spectacular individual goal and a moment of magic! Good lead up play from Daniel Hill led to John Forster scoring from long range with the right foot. To make it 8-0 The Davey Lamp pulled a Goal back in the 73 min, but on 75 min the Plough wrapped the game up when Daniel Hill fired home from 18 yards out with a tremendous right foot goal, following a through-ball from Elliott Rose. To make it 9-1 to the Plough.
Jd Taxis Guards Cup
Framwellgate Moor Wmc entertained fellow 3rd division side Houghton Chilton Lodge in the 2nd round of the JD Taxis cup. Chilton Lodge started much the brighter side and deservedly took the lead before Framwellgate rallied and equalised when Miller Fletcher followed up Danny Beardmores shot back off the post to coolly slot home. Chilton then re-took the lead seconds before half time with a deflected effort. Dave Pratt set up Michael Jones to level again only for Houghton to go 3-2 ahead in the 70th minute. The remainder of the game saw plenty of Framwellgate pressure but some excellent saves and resolute defending ensured Houghton qualified for the next round. Burnside wmc were 4-0 winners at Washington Colliery. Chilton Wmc entertained Framwellgate Moor Salutation , The Salutation started out without their number one goalkeeper. Anthony Bussey, Salutation began decent enough with one or two chances created, until Chilton got a grip of the game in the middle of the park and spreading the play wide as often as they could. They began to take their chances coming from the away sides defence being stretched and an inexperienced goalkeeper behind them. Chilton scored first with Dayle Taylor after 10th min. Chilton went further ahead when Kyle Wren scored again for Chilton in the 18th min, then A Salutation player put through his own goal for Chilton’s 3rd in the 32nd min. Jonathan Bowen then pulled one back from a good free kick just outside the area to make it 3-1,Nicky Pickford scored Chilton’s 4th in the 37th min. Salutation were awarded a Penalty ,Anthony Bussey, who by this time had moved even further forward was felled in the box and scored the resulting spot kick. Curt Pickford got the 5th for Chilton in the 65th min.Nicky Pickford got the 6th in the 78th min Final score 6-2 to Chilton Wmc. Sacriston Wmc entertained Waterhouses Fc Both teams had several players missing, Sacriston had most of the play in the first half but were unable to make it count, half time 0-0.The second half started much the same with Sacriston dictating the game, Sanderson opened the scoring with a lovely goal struck from 18 yards after a corner. Sacriston then sat back and conceded late on to take it into extra time. Sacriston went 2-1 up with a tidy finish from Shaun Foster, but they were down to 10 men as David Winter had to go off injured and they had used the only sub. Waterhouses kept trying to find an equaliser and they did only a few minutes from time, smashing the ball past the stand in keeper. 2-2 Extra Time No further goals were scored so the Tie went to penalties .Mark Brown took Sacristons 1st, poor penalty and the keeper saved, Waterhouses scored Dean Smith took the 2nd, again a poor penalty, keeper saved, Waterhouses scored. Ben Sanderson took the 3rd, lovely pen slotted into the corner. Waterhouses hit the bar. Timmy Asquith took the 4th, keeper saved; Waterhouses scored and won 3-1 on pens.Houghton Comrades were 5-2 Home winners over Chester Easystreet,Langley Park Rams Head lost 4-1 at Ferryhill Dynamoes. Washington Colliery went into todays game with an unchanged team from last week. With there being 3 divisions between them and visitors Burnside Wmc ,. Although Colliery did test the Burnside keeper on numerous occasions most of the shots were from distance. Burnside were 5-0 victors and at times it looked to easy for them.
Castle Insurance Alan Smith Memorial Trophy
New Durham lost this 4th round cup match to Chester Osborne 1-0, Durham missed a hat full of chances, and Osborne keeper was out standing making 5 great saves, both teams were for preparing for extra time, then a free kick for Osborne in the 88 min, left Durham’s goal keeper glued to his line New Durham pressed for the equalizer but missed a Good chance in the 89 min Final score 1-0 to the Osborne. Having been unbeaten for over a month, Shadforth Plough Entertained Ushaw Moor Cricket Club, the Plough were looking to keep the run going over a team 2 divisions above Them .: The Plough made a good start and were leading 1-0 at half time through a Jack Moore penalty. However we conceded an early goal in the 2nd half, but kept pressing & missed two open goals which on another day we would have scored. As often happens, Ushaw Moor went to the other end and scored late on to win the tie. 2-1

Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup.
In the 3rd Preliminary round of the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup, An unusually depleted and dishevelled Washington Arms crashed out of the county cup 7 - 0 at Sunderland Sunday League side Humbledon & Plains Farm Wmc. The Humbeldon lads took control from the start and the seven goal reward could of been a lot more except for the man of the match performance by Arms keeper Michael Ramsey.. Chester Cricket Club crashed out of the Competition following a 7 - 2 defeat against visitors Old Shotton Black Bull of the Peterlee League. The Cricketers found themselves 3-0 down after around half an hour, a combination of good play from the away team and defensive errors gave the Black Bull the best possible start. Chester CC kept going however, and found a way back into the game shortly before half time when a free kick found Michael Redshaw at the back post who headed the ball back across goal for Darren Redfearn to nod home.  The Cricket Club started the second half strongly and further reduced the deficit shortly after the restart when a deft header from Darren Redfearn after a Phil Forster cross brought the score back to 2-3. At this point The Cricketers appeared to be getting on top of the game and an equaliser looked imminent until a shot from the edge of the area slipped through the home keeper's hands to gift a 4-2 lead to the Black Bull. Chester CC never recovered from this despite creating some decent half chances and the Black Bull added a further three goals to secure a fully deserved victory. Dubmire wmc lost 4-1 at Home to Wear Valley side Bishop Auckland Sausage. Fatfield Biddick Inn were 5-2 Home winners over Sunderland Side Hendon Blue.Coxhoe wmc won 4-2 at the Golden Lion.

FA Sunday Cup
In the Fa Sunday Cup Kelloe who were due to Travel to Hull to Face West Lee Fc were awarded a Walkover as West Lee Fc dropped out of the Competition.

Match Report Sunday 10th October

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-10-12T12:40:52+01:00

Hetton Maintain Top Spot
By Groundhopper

Premier League Leaders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Sedgefield st Edmunds , Sedgefield St Edmunds took the lead after 25 minutes from a corner John Shephard climbing above the Hetton Defence to Head the ball past the Hetton Keeper. Lyons were guilty of great chances before that with some good saves from the goalkeeper and wayward shots. Hetton did get their chance to equalize in the 36th minute when Warren Byrne was fouled in the penalty area but his spot kick was saved brilliantly by Sedgefield Keeper Phil Waddleton , 3 minutes later The Lyons were on Level terms with some good work between Butler and Bell and Jason Ainsley's strike from the edge of the box gave the goalkeeper no chance (1-1).Second half and The Lyons kept the pace up and looking for the second goal and after 58 minutes the Lyons took the lead with Warren Byrne's left foot strike from 25 yard strike gave the goalkeeper no chance with the ball flying in to the top corner of the net (1-2). Byrne scored again 6 minutes later with some good work from Chris Bell and Byrne putting the ball past the keeper (1-3). Hetton never dropped the pace of the game and kept on looking for more goals and a terrific shot from the Tommy English in which the keeper could only parry it to Keith Graydon who calmly put the ball in to the net (1-4). In the 90th minute came the goal of the game, Callum Griffiths hit a brilliant cross from the half way line on the right hand side to Tommy English on the left flank who sent it straight in to the penalty area for Warren Byrne to get his well deserved hat trick with a great strike (1-5).Goals from Kenny Ball, Luke Kerry And Tony Davidson Gave Pelton Roab A 3-0 Home Win Over Brandon Bay Horse. Newton Aycliffe wmc were 3-0 winners at Langley Park Wmc. Washington JFC recorded a Fine 3-0 away win at Sacriston Cricket Club.

In the First Division Sacriston Wmc travelled to the Biddick in Close game with Biddick taking the lead midway through the first half, Sacriston pulled level with Ben Sanderson beating the offside and slotting passed the Keeper. Biddick then got a second and again Sacriston pulled level through Sanderson with a carbon copy of the first goal, The Biddick defence were unable to catch him 2-2 Second half was very close with the Biddick Keeper pulling off several good stops to keep them in the game, Biddick scored around the 70 min mark with a lucky goal, Sacriston's stand in goalkeeper was beaten cross/shot that found the top corner.Sacriston desperately tried to level for the third time in the game but despite several good chances they were unable to find the net. Final result Biddick 3 Sacriston 2. Ushaw Moor Cricket club Lost 6-2 at Burnside Wmc.The Black Lion from Sedgefield were 2-1 winners at Houghton Comrades.

In the Second Division Washington Lambton Village entertained West Rainton Fc in the First Half Lambton Village went three nil up with Strikes from Steven Cuthbertson and 2 from Andy Bell scoring before conceding a soft goal following a defensive mix up before half time. Half time 3-1. The second half started similar to the first with Lambton extending their lead to 4-1 when Cuthbertson completed his hat-trick. Rainton pulled one back to take it to 4-2 before two late goals by Bell give him his hat-trick two and a comfortable 6-2 win for Lambton Village.Waterhouses Lost 5-3 at Pelton Fc, Coxhoe Wmc were 2-0 winners at Durham Bede Lodge. A Super Sean Henderson Strike Gave Lumley fc An Early Lead against visitors Chester Plough In , But Plough Fought Back Then Took The Lead Before Half Time with Goals from Joel Baddams and Natham Baddams . Lumley Equalised Early In The Second Half Though Richard Kay, Lumley Were On Top But Couldn't Score , Chester Plough went Further ahead when Mark Atchison burst down the left flank and into the opposing penalty area before pulling back for Joel Baddams to bundle over the line from close range, he Plough Increased the lead 10 Mins later David Wilcocks long clearance from defence went over the defenders head and Daniel Hill raced clear before superbly finishing past the Lumley keeper, then on 90 Mins Joel Baddams scored His Third of the game to give the Plough Inn a 5-2 win.

In the Third Division East Rainton bounce back to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Visitors Chester Easy street FC. David Lowther with two and Steve Spence with the goals for Rainton. Bowburn Cooperage were 4-2 winners at Houghton Chilton Lodge. Shadforth Plough Inn were looking to keep the good run of form going with a win over visitors unbeaten New Durham WMC. Jamie Collingwood the inform Shadforth Keeper was forced to make a string of fine saves to keep the visitors out, then a great passing move saw Wade slide a ball in behind of the left back for Simpson, he dinked it over the Keeper and Brent Ascherl was on hand to nod over the line. The Plough then kept it tight and tried to keep hold of the ball. Collingwood would make a few more great saves before the game was over.

In the Fourth Division Framwellgate Moor Salutation entertained Durham Garden House Both teams missed penalty chances in the early stages of the game. Garden House then capitalised on a poor clearance to go 1-0 ahead. Not long after the Garden House conceded a free-kick on the edge of their 18yd box.Bussey drove the ball hard and low into the box, centre-back Hodgson hammered the ball home to level the score. Garden went 2-1 up when Steven Gardener finished from close range, only to see Salutations Andy Marshall score a cracking volley from 35yds. A scrappy first half ended even. Salutation started the second half much the better side and pulled ahead when a low Bussey cross was turned in at the front post by Gareth Bowen. The home side had plenty of chances to finish the game but didn’t manage to do so. Garden House rallied in the latter part of the game and finished the stronger side, only to lose 3-2. Chester Leonard’s travelled to Burnmoor JFC, IN a Hard Fought Game they were rewarded with 5-3 win. Burnmoor probably had the better of the opening exchanges, but Leonard’s took the lead with a brilliant finish from new signing Aaron Wilkinson. But Burnmoor fought back against a weary looking Leonard’s and Leonard’s were 2-1 down at half time. Leonard’s were much better 2nd half with Brennan in particular dominating the game. And everyone including the subs played there part in a good 5-3 wins. Washington Colliery entertained Quarrington Hill wmc despite the score line a very good game of football. Colliery were the far better team in the first half and Q's needed an inspired performance by MOM keeper Dan Beaney to keep the score at 1-0 til half time with some fantastic saves. Second half was much more even with Q Hill enjoying some good spells of possession and getting a deserved equaliser on 84mins after Captain Stuart Walton beat the colliery keeper from 25 yds. Q's survived a late scare when a shot was smashed of the bar and the rebound turned in but was ruled offside

In the Alan Smith Trophy Washington Honest boy entertained Framwellgate Moor Wmc, they got off to bad start conceding 2 goals in 1st half. . Framwellgate Moor Wmc taking the lead after 30 minutes when a good move resulted in Ian Fields playing in Jonathon Heslop to score with ease. Fram's pressure told again in the 40th minute when Jonathon Heslop followed up his own shot to fire past the keeper. Half time 0 2. Second half saw honest boy come out a rejuvenated side. A steady stream of pressure resulted in Dean Sinclair scoring with a quality finish turning the defender with his left then slotting the ball in bottom right corner with his right foot. Now with wind in there sails the Honest boy pushed on with a string of chances managing everything, but put the ball in the Framwellgate Moor net. . Framwellgate Moor easily coped with the Honest Boy pressure and were looking dangerous on the break. After shooting wide seconds earlier Michael Jones finished from close range to make it 3-1 to Fram. Honest boy changed to 3 up front in an attempt to get some thing out of the game as Andy Thompson super sub scored off a corner as the ball hit his head on the line. To give Fram a well deserved 3-2 win. The Bird Inn were 4-2 winners at Witton Gilbert Wmc. Kelloe Wmc progressed to the next round with a controlled win over Langley Park Steelers. Kelloe opened the scoring within 2 minutes when Stuart Thompson crossed for Stephen Caruthers to finish. Kelloe then went 2 nil up when Neil Charlton struck from outside the box. An open second half produced a solid performance from the Steelers keeper, Kerry Moralee although there was little he could do to prevent the home side stretching their lead to 3-0 after 65 minutes when Neil Charlton again finished, Steelers did create further opportunities in the second period with the best chance falling to Adam Malekpour ,Kelloe had much of the possession throughout the game and were put under pressure for the last 15 minutes playing with 9 men as two players had to go off injured and Kelloe had already used all three subs. Chilton Wmc Travelled to Ferryhill Dynamo’s. Ferryhill took lead in the 1st min when a shot was parried by the Chilton keeper into the path of a home player who tapped in. Chilton drew level Dayle Taylor scored in the 15th min. The same player scored again in the 35th and 37th min to turn around at half time leading 3-1. Nicky Pickford scored Chilton's 4th in the 60th min to run out winners 4-1. Gilesgate Moor Hotel were 3-2 winners at Ferryhill Saints.

In The League Cup sponsored By Spennymoor Town Fc, in an all Ferryhill Tie the Wmc were 3-2 winners Over the Post Boy.Chester Cricket Club recovered well from last week's League Cup exit to inflict defeat on 1st division Washington Arms in the 2nd round of the JD Taxis Guards Cup. The Cricket Club were quickly out of the blocks and certainly didn't look to be a team three divisions below their opponents. The home side's fluid passing game paid dividends early on when eventual man of the match Andrew Robinson put John Sexton in on goal, with only the goalkeeper to beat Sexton finished stylishly to give Chester CC a 1-0 lead. The home side went on to create and squander a number of good chances in the first half, most notably when John Sexton rounded the keeper only for his effort to be blocked on the line. Washington Arms were unlucky not to equalise when a headed effort from a set-piece was cleared off the line by Michael Reds haw. The Arms did find the net midway through the 1st half however, when playing the ball back to Chester CC from a drop ball the ball sailed over keeper Jack Taylor and into the goal. After some deliberation Washington Arms decided they did not want to take the goal and full credit should be given for this extremely sporting gesture. As the game approached half-time, Chester CC deservedly extended their lead as a corner from Andrew Robinson found Michael Reds haw at the back post, who nodded in from less than six yards. The 2nd half started in the worst possible manner for Chester CC, a mishit kick from keeper Jack Taylor found Washington Arms' Craig Smith who finished well with a lobbed effort back over the keeper's head. The 2nd half was fairly even but with Washington Arms pushing for an equaliser The Cricketers found themselves under a lot of pressure for most of the half. The away side were limited to mostly long range efforts however, and balls into the box were dealt with comfortably by the home defence. When Chester CC did mount attacks they were again guilty of missing good chances but were able to hang on to secure a 2-1 victory.Pelaw Grange Dogs FC hosted the game against 2nd division Sedgefield Net Park. Pelaw should have been the first to score after around 15 minutes when David Carter was clear with only the keeper to beat but his chip unfortunately went over the bar. Then a fast breakaway saw Sedgefield score at the other end on 20 minutes and then on around 35 minutes they made it 2 nil after the ball had been partly saved and kicked off the line twice but not cleared. Paul Curry also put over the bar for Pelaw from close range from a cross. However in the 44 minute of the first half a cross by Pelaw Grange Dogs Fc full back Paul Hargreaves saw Sedgefield's centre half head it into his own net. In the second half it was mainly all Pelaw but they lacked the final finish and it ended 1-2 to Sedgefield...

Washington Victoria progressed into the next round of the Guards Cup after a 4-2 home win over Houghton Mill All Stars. Victoria were much the better side throughout the first half and led 3-0 at the break - although their first goal was a disputed effort. A Callum Welsh shot hit the post and then the ball appeared to be cleared off the line but the referee begged to differ and awarded a goal. Mark Liddle and Lee Charlton added to the tally. Mill started the second half much brighter and quickly reduced the deficit to 3-2 with goals from Gary Adey and Steve Fenn (his 200th for the club). But with fifteen minutes remaining poor Mill defending let in Victoria's Ryan Mason to seal a 4-2 win.

In the Presidents Trophy Dubmire Wmc were 5-1 winners at New Brancepeth Wmc ,New Brancepeth started brightly.Dubmire drew 1st blood when a good move resulted in Jordison crossing for Finch to volley home from 10 yards.Dubmire were causing Brancepeth problems with their forwards pace .And went close again through Maddison then Jordison .Dubmire extended their lead after Thompson fed Finch who played in Maddison and he coolly dispatched the ball past the on rushing keeper and into the back of the net .Brancepeth were struggling to breakdown a very resilient Dubmire Defence.Dubmire were looking dangerous every time they went forward and they increased their lead when Thompson played in Jordison and as the keeper came to meet him he guided the ball passed the keeper.Half Time New Brancepeth 0 - 3 Dubmire Wmc FC Brancepeth started 2nd half well and pinned Dubmire back with 4/5 corners in a row but without causing the Dubmire Keeper any problems .Dubmire went close again when Jordison shot straight at the goalkeeper after another impressive move .Brancepeth were giving a lifeline when the Dubmire defender got the wrong side of the forward and was harshly adjudged to have fouled him .Brancepeth converted the penalty 3-1Brancepeth started pushing more and more players forward but were struggling to breakdown a strong Dubmire team.And Dubmire were causing problems every time they went forward and they went close twice through Thompson,Jordison and Finch Dubmire increased their lead when a great passing move ended with the ball finding Donaldson who crossed to Thompson who easily headed the ball into the Brancepeth Net.4-1Dubmire were threatening to run riot now and another cross from Donaldson was somehow Headed over from Maddisonfrom 5 yards.The 5th goal finally came in the 89th min after some neat one touch passing played in Jordison who lashed the ball into the top right hand corner of the net .Full Time New Brancepeth 1 Dubmire WMC Fc 5

Match Reports Sunday 2nd October

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-10-11T10:55:07+01:00

Lyons overcome the Cricketers.
By Groundhopper

The Bad weather hit the Leagues Fixture List with Games being cancelled due to Unplayable Fields.
In the Premier Division Current Lead Rae (pen), Byrne ers Hetton Lyons Cricket Club were 2-1 winners at Sacriston Cricket Club, with Goals from Michael Rae (pen)and Warren Byrne Hilda Parks Home Game against Brandon Bay Horse Cancelled due to a Waterlogged Pitch.
In the First Division Seven days after fielding a severely weakened team and being soundly beaten as a result, Sedgefield Black Lion entertained Houghton Mill All-stars in the return Division One fixture determined to get back on winning ways. And so it was to prove, after a hard fought first half played in heavy rain Sedgefield broke the deadlock fifteen minutes into the second half when David Brumpton scored with an acrobatic overhead kick. The second goal came from a corner ten minutes later, when Brumpton flicked on for recent signing Steve Beamson to head over the line. Houghton Mill were always in the game, but never really created a clear cut opportunity finding man of the match James Duddin in commanding form at the back, though they did miss and open goal near the end. Barley Mow Inn were 3-1 winners at Ushaw Moor Cricket Club,
In the Second Division the Only Game was Cancelled due to the Weather Lumley Fc were due to entertain Sherburn Lambton Arms.
In the Third Division Shadforth Plough too Strong for East Rainton FC. After leading the game twice East Rainton lost 6-3.
In the Fourth Division Chester Leonard's Travelled to Dubmire Wmc .Leonard's started well, and were soon 2 up after Zak Scott's fortuitous goal. But after Dubmire WMC pulled 1 back, Jo Nichol restored the 2 goal advantage. Dubmire pulled a goal back IN THE 46 Min. But Leonard's restored the 2 goal advantage again, and although Dubmire Wmc scored in the 80 Min to make it 4-3, Leonard's Hung on till the end to take all 3 points.
In the Alan Smith Memorial Trophy Pelaw Grange Dogs Fc from the 3rd division hosted this fixture against Premier league side Newton Aycliffe WMC FC on a very wet Sunday morning. The pitch looked quite good but as the match went on cut up quite a lot.. In the early stages Pelaw had the better chance with Chris Hawkins being clear and should have done better as the Aycliffe keeper came out quickly and cleared the ball with the help of a defender. However Pelaw were giving Aycliffe far too much respect and allow them to attack and attack and it wasn't long before they scored. At half time it was 3 nil to Aycliffe and Pelaw and looked like scoring. After a half time team talk Pelaw looked the better side again as they passed the ball around but it became 4- 0 before Pelaw made a substitution and David Carter came on. This seemed to change Pelaws efforts especially and they got to back 4-1 then it went to 5-1 but then Pelaw seemed to work up with more of the mid field and wing backs getting forward. This resulted in several efforts on goal which should have made it 5-3 but in the closing minutes with Pelaw pressed forward Aycliffe took advantage to make it 7-1. Durham Garden House won 3-1 at Bishop Middleham Cross Keys; Bowburn Cooperage won 9-2 at The Salutation. Washington Colliery went into today's game Home to Ferryhill Post Boy without manager Barry Davison as he was on a family holiday so assistant Dave Huntley took charge. Ferryhill Post Boy was unbeaten this season and unfortunately they remain unbeaten as they won the game 2-0. In a rain soaked game the two teams tried hard to score and both keepers were tested but the games 1st goal didn't come until the 80th minute when the Ferryhill striker rounded keeper Tom Hallam to score and put them up 1-0. Colliery tried hard to get an equaliser but to no avail, Ferryhills 2nd was a brilliant finish, the striker cutting in from the left to smash it into the top corner to grab Ferryhill's and his 2nd goal. Ferryhill went away 2-0 winners a score line which flattered the victors a little.
In the third round of the League Cup sponsored by Spennymoor Town the Washington Arms were knocked out By visitors Bede Lodge Social the Scores level after 120 Mins Bede Lodge winning the Penalty Shoot Out. The Arms open the scoring with a fine chip over the keeper by Chris Morrison after ten minutes but despite dominating the remainder of the game fail to capitalise mainly thanks to a man of the match display from Bede keeper Andrew Neill. Mid way through the second half Nicky Barker equalisers with a header to take the game into extra time. The Arms continue to create chances but keeper Neill keeps them at bay and the game is settled with a penalty shoot. Neill is again the hero and saves two of the spot kicks to see Bede Lodge through 4-2. In A game played played in horrendous conditions on a very heavy pitch Sedgefield Net Park entertained Chester Cricket Club. It was Net Park Who took an early lead through Stephen Turland. Then a 5 minute spell of individual mistakes and Goals from Andy Summers, Darren Redfearn and John Sexton let Chester Cricketers take a 3-1 lead.Netpark needed to score the next goal which they did through the prolific Chris Barber, Stephen Turland then added a second for Net Park to make It 3-3 at the interval. Nicky Walker then scored a fantastic strike from 20 yards 4-3 to give Net Park the lead. Net Park then dominate the game and added another two goals through Dan Pilling and Chris Barber 6-3. A last minute handball gave Chris Barber the opportunity to grab a hat-trick; Chris kept his nerve and finished well. 7-3 to Net Park and into the next round. Round. Chester Plough entertained New Durham Wmc, the Ploughs only came from a well delivered cross from Ben Lloyd was converted by Joel Baddams. A fine finish with the right foot from 18 yards out. As New Durham were 4-1 winners. In the Washington Derby the Victoria were 3-1 Home winners over the Lambton Village.
Chester Osborne Wmc Travelled to Burnside Wmc, to play in the JD Taxis Trophy, Osborne took the lead early on when Wes Hood was in the right place after the keeper parried from Chris Winn. Burnside Wmc found themselves level ten minutes; Burnside continued to look the strongest and went on to win 3-1 deservedly.Coxhoe wmc were 1-0 Home winners Over Gilesgate Moor Hotel. Langley Park Steelers ended up victors in this second round tie ,Up against a strong, in form New Brancepeth Wmc side the visitors fell behind to a 2 minute Craig Hindmarch goal that put New Brancepeth in the driving seat. This did not deter the Steelers as they went on to win 3-1 with first goals of the season for the captain Kieron Moralee on 6 minutes with a close range header and midfielder Liam Bowes with a 35 yard thunderbolt in the 23rd minute. Michael Nichol sealed the win with a fine header for the third from a Liam Burn cross on 72 minutes. The drenched supporters from both sides agreed that it was a fine game to watch in such horrible conditions.

In the Bishop Auckland Heart Foundation Trophy in the Preliminary Round Ferryhill Saints were 6-1 Home winners Over Bishop Auckland Cumberland, In an all League Tie Houghton Comrades were 6-1 winners at Ferryhill Dynamoes.Framwellgate Moor Wmc lost 2-0 at Crook Town Sunday.Ferryhill Wmc were 4-1 Home winners over Spennymoor Salvins.In the first round of the Competition, It was a repeat of last years semi final as Kelloe Wmc entertained Sedgefield St Ed's. Kelloe scored first after 15 mins when Lee Peachey struck a 35 yard screamer to hit the top corner only to concede 5 mins later when Sedgefield broke quick. Stephen Caruthers then crossed on 35 mins for Gavin Barton to beat the keeper in the air and score with his head. After the break Kelloe scored from the kick off as Gavin Barton was put through and finished well. Barton then scored with a back heel for his hat trick. The front man then scored another 2 goals to finish with five for the game as Kelloe won 6 - 1. Pelton ROAB entertained a Very Strong Ferryhill Celtic, In the 3 min a ball from Keith Lines led to a goalmouth scramble. Carl Ritchie made no mistake with a textbook headed finish from close range.10 Mins later The ball flew in from close range and went down as an own goal by the opposition, with an assist by Anthony Davison. To make it 2-0 to Pelton.Then on 35 min some good work from Ross Robson led to an opposition error. Luke Kerry took advantage by scoring a tremendous right footed goal from 18 yards out. 5 Mins Later Pelton Increased their Lead A great strike from 25 yards from Paul Freeman The Celtic scored two quick Goals to make it 4-2 then on 67 min - Ryan Drummand is fouled in the box, and Luke Kerry slotted home with a textbook right footed finish. Celtic added a Further Goal to make the Final score 5-3 to Pelton. Chilton Wmc were away to Etherly Dog&Gun and took the lead in the 35th min when Dean .Taylor scored from 20yds over the keepers head. The same player scored again 2 mins later from the penalty spot when he was brought down in the box. It was end to end stuff with few chances going begging,Etherly pulled one back in the 88th min when the full-back scored from a corner with a firm header.

Sunday 26th September

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-09-28T10:21:52+01:00

Kelloe outgun the Bankers.
By Groundhopper

Kelloe WMC FC entertained South bank of the Middlesboro Sunday Football League at Coxhoe's Beechfield Park in the preliminary round of the Football Association All England Sunday Cup. Kelloe Wmc suffered an early setback as the visitors took an early lead against the run of play. Kelloe Wmc pressed for an equaliser they were caught again on the break By South Bank and were 2 nil down after 30 mins. Kelloe Wmc. This woke Up Kelloe Wmc on 35 Mins they Pulled a Goal back Davey Southern Converted from just inside the box with the right foot, it was a well-finished individual goal. The Half Time score 2-1 to the Visitors.

After the break Kelloe dominated possession and were again guilty of missing numerous chances, hitting the post and bar twice. On 65 Mins John Jury was Up ended In the Box by a South Bank Defender, the Ref awarded Kelloe a Penalty with a clinical right footed shot Gavin Barton hit the back of the Net. To level the scores. In the 85 Min Kelloes Pressure paid Of as Keiran Megran Converted from outside the area with the right foot, Two Mins later Keiran Megran supplied the cross, and Davey Southern found the net from just inside the box with a tremendous right footed effort to Give Kelloe Wmc a 4-2 .Kelloe Wmc now Travel to Hull to play West Lee in the First Round on the 17th October.

The Leagues Other Representatives in the Competition Holders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club are exempt until the Second Round of the Competition.

In the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup 2nd Preliminary Round, Washington Arms Travelled to Darlington to play Darlington Rolling Mill All Stars the Darlington Sunday League stormed into a two goal lead with a brace from Roy Donald. Late into the second half the Arms snatched two goals to take the game into extra time Stuart Blair and Tom Lumsden doing the damage. The Arms dominate the first period of extra time and a brace of goals from Chris Morrison gives them a comfortable lead, Craig Smith puts the result beyond doubt from the penalty spot to make the final score 5-2.Despite having a number of players missing, Chester Cricket Club continued where they left off from last weekend's defeat of Chester Hilda Park, beating Sunderland Colliery Tavern from the Sunderland League's 1st division 4 - 1. From the start The Cricketers turned up with the right attitude, determined to put pressure on their opponents when not in possession and try and create things once they had won the ball. Their approach paid dividends when a good ball out of midfield found Phil Forster on the right who supplied a pin point cross for Phil Quigley to nod home from six yards. The remainder of the 1st half saw few chances created, though the away defence had to withstand some pressure from set pieces to enable The Cricketers to maintain a 1 - 0 lead at half time. Chester CC came out for the 2nd half in confident mood, and seemed to have put the game to bed when a long punt forward from goalkeeper Jak Taylor reached Andrew Robinson, who expertly lobbed the keeper from 20 yards to give The Cricketers a 2 - 0 lead. The Cricketers followed this up with a third goal soon after, the home keeper allowing a speculative 30 yard effort from Phil Quigley to inexplicably go between his legs and into the net. With the game seemingly heading towards a comfortable victory, the Cricketers conceded a penalty. The initial effort was saved by Jak Taylor but the referee ordered a retake after a number of defenders had encroached; the penalty taker made no mistake this time and gave his side a route back into the game. The penalty seemed to perk the home team up and they enjoyed a 5 or 10 minute period of possession and pressure on the away goal, however the game was finally over with around 10 minutes to go. Another good cross from the right from Phil Forster again found Phil Quigley's head to allow him to complete his hat trick. Newton Aycliffe Wmc lost 1-0 at Sunderland Hylton Castle Seniors, Fatfield Biddick In were 9-0 winners at Stockton Sun Inn Athletic. Durham Garden House Lost 10-0 at Washington North Biddick Inn. Dubmire Wmc were 4-2 winners at Sunderland New Silksworth. Chester Hilda Park

Once again we were let down by some of our players only had bare 11 with a goalkeeper playing up front were beaten 1-0 by Visitors Gateshead Belle Vue Wmc

In the Alan Smith Memorial Trophy Durham Bede Lodge Travelled to Chester Leonard’s, In a game affected by the wind Bede Lodge took control in the first half and raced into a 4-0 lead. During the second half Leonard’s took advantage of the conditions and managed to score 2 goals which was bettered by Bede Lodge who again scored 4 goals. Bede Lodge goal scorers were Nicky Barker with 3 and Jonathon Kelly, Mark Mackenzie, Colin Laverick, Chris Vaughan and Robert Palmer who all scored 1 each.Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Waterhouses for the 4th Round Tie. Waterhouses could have taken an early lead after 20 seconds but the strikers shot was wide of the Lyons goal. Michael Canavan opening the scoring for the Lyons after 15 minutes when the Waterhouses defence failed to clear the ball and the striker slotted the ball in to the net 0-1. Three minutes later and good work from Canavan again and his passed to Chris Lawther and his shot gave the keeper no chance 0-2. On the half hour mark a free kick from Keith Graydon from the edge of the box and a touch from Lewis Dodds looked like it was going in but Carl Beasley made sure it went in to claim the goal 0-3. Johnny Butler made Lawther's 2nd goal with some great work down the right hand side passed the ball to Lawther who beat the defender and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper 0-4. Lewis Dodds made it 5 for the Lyons just before half time with a brilliant goal working his way from midfield and then beating three defenders and then smashing the ball in the net 0-5 half time. The second half started where it had left off in the first when the Lyons got a penalty in the 51st minute when Keith Graydon was fouled in the box and Jason Ainsley scored from the spot to get his first of the season 0-6. Chris Lawther got his Hat-trick on 53rd minute with a great ball over the top from Ainsley and Lawther ran on to it and clinically put the ball past the keeper 0-7.Jason Ainsley doubled his tally when a ball from the left from Bell and Ainsley hit it on the volley from 20yds in to the top corner of the net 0-8.Ainsley was unlucky not to get his hat-trick minutes later but his shot was cleared off the line.Ainsley was the provider again after 63 mins with a ball through to Canavan for him to score his second of the game 0-9. Minutes to go and Chris Lawther got his fourth goal of the game 0-10. Credit must go to Waterhouses who never stopped trying throughout the game. Chester the Osborne proved too strong for Houghton Chilton lodge but were held to a single goal in the first half, Paul Botcherby finding Chris Winn in the penalty area who obliged with a powerful header in to the back of the net. Chester Osborne Travelled to Houghton Chilton Lodge .The Osborne settled in to the second half and found themselves 2-0 up after a Dan Johnson cross was met by Wes Hood who headed past the Houghton keeper, Dan himself scoring the third after some good work by Winn and Hood in the build up.Wes Hood found himself on the end of a Andrew Willcock cross with a diving header to make it 4 before more good work from Chris Winn forced a save from the keeper only to parry it to the oncoming Willcock who couldn’t fail to make it five from close range. Chris Winn rounded off a solid display by all involved from the Osborne scoring his second and The Osborne’s sixth from 12 yards out. Houghton got their consolation goal when Ben Connolly misjudged a long kick from the Houghton keeper and let the ball bounce through to the forward who simply knocked it over the keepers head. A good game between a premier league and fourth division side. Quarrington Hill wmc entertained Brandon Bay Horse. The Hill started well and took the lead with a well taken 25 yd shot from Scott Wilson. Brandon replied with two goals within 20 mins. A penalty just before HT saw the lead increase to 3 - 1.Second half was well contested and Quarrington Hill continued to play some good football with MOM Gary Walker causing problems for Brandon and taking a well deserved goal. But the difference in class began to show and Brandon were deserved winners with the final score of 8 – 2

In the Presidents Trophy Sedgefield Net Park made the Long Journey to Chester le Street to play Easystreet.A game that Easystreet should have won in 90mins but Darren Bill was outstanding in the NET Park goal. Still it was NET Park who were 3-2 up and seconds from winning the game until Easy street equalised with the last kick of the game, after some poor NET Park defending to take the tie into extra time.NETPark were down to 10 men with Martin Broom coming off injured all 3 substitutes had been used so NET Park were against it, then as soon as extra time started substitute Thomas Bradley pulled up with a hamstring strain but to his credit he stayed on the pitch albeit at walking pace, the game finished as a contest when Easy street scored their fourth, two other goals were added as the game fizzled out to put Easy street through to the next round.

In the 1st Round of the JD Taxis Chester Plough Inn entertained Chilton Wmc The Plough took lead in the 1st minute then scored again after 25 mins.,Chilton pulled one back through Nick Pickford.Chilton scored again 2 mins before half time through Chris.Pickford.Chester had a man sent off for a professional foul. Chilton took lead in 53rd min through Dean.Taylor.And scored again in the 85th min with a thunderbolt shot from 30yds from full back A. Local which screamed into top corner passed a helpless keeper.

In the 4th Round of the League Cup sponsored by Spennymoor Town Fc , Washington Colliery Travelled to New Brancepeth Wmc. It was Washington colliery who went 1-0 up in the 21 min with a deflected shot from outside the box from Gavin Neal; Brancepeth then drew level on 34 mins a headed goal from a corner, Brancepeth then took the lead on 40 mins with a good team passing move. Halftime 2-1 Brancepeth.second half Brancepeth dominated and scored a 3rd from a free kick which the colliery keeper saved but a Brancepeth player latched onto the rebound. And in the 80 min Brancepeth scored a 4th from the penalty spot fulltime 4-1 to Brancepeth Wmc.Ferryhill Saints were 4-1 winners at Kelloe Davy Lamp, Shadforth Plough Inn won 9-0 against Ferryhill Dynamo’s The Plough played some nice Football and it wasn’t long before they had the first goal of the game There were goals for Brent Ascherl (3), Ryan Ascherl, Ben Carman (2), Rob Wade (2) and Joe Simpson and Washington Vic won 4-0 at Langley Park Rams Head.

In the League’s Premier Division Washington jfc welcomed Pelton RAOB , the game was played in good spirit, very competitive with Pelton starting the stronger putting jfc under pressure from the off, this paid dividends when Pelton made it 1-0 after 10 minutes into the game after a goal mouth scramble Paul Freeman Netting from 4yds. After end to end play JFC levelled the score with a very well taken goal by Marc Baxter who’s half volleyed shot from 25yds went in off the bottom of the left hand post 1-1, the game was decided when Pelton were awarded a penalty decision, given by the ref for pushing and Pelton centre forward Luke Kerry slotted the ball home comfortably, Pelton made it 3-1 five minutes from the end Carl Ritchie Firing Home. Sedgefield St Edmunds entertained Langley Park Wm.

Langley Park went 1-0 up before half time but had a man sent off shortly after the start of the second half. Sedgefield won comfortably after 2 goals from Andrew Beamson and a goal each for John Davies and Paul Cleary.

In the First Division an entertaining game at Sacriston Welfare saw Sacriston entertain Gilesgate Moor Hotel, Sacriston reached the half time break with a deserved 2 goal lead. David Wardle continued his rich vein of form by opening the scoring with Gary Varty adding the second. Gilesgate started the second half in much better style and soon were level. Both sides had chances to win the game but on reflection a draw was a fair result. Houghton Comrades were 1-0 Home winners Over Langley Park Steelers. Burnside wmc were 5-4 winners at Barley Mow Inn. Houghton Mill All Stars had a comfortable 6-1 win against Sedgefield Black Lion. Mill were two up within the first twenty minutes. Philip Thompson netted the first - his first goal for eighteen months - side footing home following a cross from Nick Thompson and Kevin Johnston slotted the ball through the keeper's legs for the second. Mill's third after thirty five minutes was the goal of the game - David Hall collected the ball in his own half then poked the ball around Sedgefield's centre half on the half way line before running the rest of the pitch towards goal, rounding the keeper and slotting the ball into an empty net. Dan Newby pulled one back for Sedgefield just before the break firing in from the left wing. Gary Adey netted goals four and five - a free kick blaster from twenty yards out and a header after a fine run and cross by Steve Malloy. With ten minutes remaining Kevin Johnston doubled his goal tally knocking in another Steve Malloy cross to seal a 6-1 win.

In the Second Division Lumley Fc entertained Pelton Fc ,Sean Henderson grabbed a brace as Lumley collapsed at the hands of Pelton loosing 9-2.

In the Third Division The Bird Inn threw the points away with some bad defending to get beat at home by Visitors Bishop Middleham Cross Keys 5-6 with goals from Neil Tiffen, Jonathan Swift and a penalty from Shane Swift and two own goals from Bishop Middleham.M.O.M going to Jonathan Swift.Back to the bread and butter of Division 3 this week for East Rainton FC who entertained Pelaw Grange Dogs FC. Pelaw started brightly and took the lead through some clever of the ball running from the Pelaw striker and a clinical finish. The Lead was doubled from a long-range effort, which left the Rainton keeper with little chance.Rainton got a lifeline when Gaunt crossed for Hopps to score at the back post. Lowther was making his presence felt in the middle of the park. Gaunt was again the provider for Spence who made the game level at 2-2. Rainton where then undone again when the Pelaw striker ran through on goal and managed to slot the ball past the oncoming keeper with the aid of a defensive deflection. Pelaw where then reduced to ten men with a straight red card for a strong tackle on Spence. Unfortunately the Spence could not continue and Rainton could not make the numerical advantage count. Final score 3-2 to Pelaw.Bowburn Cooperage Lost 4-0 at Pittington

In the Fourth Division in the Only Game Played Framwellgate Moor Salutation Travelled to play Washington Honest Boy. Washington Honest Boy fc controlled the game from start to finish, with a comfortable win over Framellgate Moor Salutation. With a contender for goal of the season from Ross Sinkeld also getting a hatrick with man of the match as well. Also a hatrick for Martin Fishwick with his first opportunity as a forward. Another goal for Dean Sinclair finished off the salutation keeping up his record of at least a goal a game.

Cricketers Overcome Park

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-09-21T13:13:04+01:00

Newcomers in the Fourth Division Chester Cricket Club caused a major cup upset in the Alan Smith Memorial Trophy 3rd Round, beating neighbours Premier League side Chester Hilda Park 4-2. Despite having the better of the early exchanges Chester Cricket Club fell behind when a push on the Cricketers centre half Michael Redshaw went unpunished leaving the Hilda Park forward a simple finish. This spurred the Cricket Club on and they quickly found a way back into the game, a good cross from Andrew Robinson being turned into his own net by the Hilda Park defender. The Cricketers continued to press forward but again found themselves behind when a challenge from the Cricketers' left back Steve Redshaw saw a penalty conceded and duly converted. Chester Cricket Club again showed their resolve however, by fighting back and finding a second equaliser when the ball broke to Jonathan Haggerty in the box, who provided a comfortable finish to send the teams in level at half time. The second half saw Chester Cricket Club really stamp their authority on the game, and they took the lead following some indecision between the away keeper and his defenders, which allowed Jonathan Haggerty to pass the ball into an empty net. Hilda Park rarely threatened in the second half and were reduced to 10 men after a cynical foul saw their centre half receive a second yellow. With Chester Cricket Club continuing to dominate all over the pitch, the game was wrapped up when a pin point pass from Andrew Robinson to Ashley Balfour on the right was fired into the Hilda Park Net. Chester Cricket Club striker Andrew Robinson hit the post with a deft header in the Final Minutes of the game. Final Score 4-2 to the Cricketers.Shadforth Plough Inn were 5-1 winners at Burnmoor JFC and Washington Victoria won 4-1 at Langley Park Rams Head. Kelloe Davy Lamp FC entertained East Rainton FC for this 3rd round clash. East Rainton were on the back of four straight defeats and showed great character to win this game 9-2. With a 2-2 score line at half time and the game evenly balanced. Rainton put in their best performance of the season.

In the League Cup sponsored By Spennymoor Town Fc , Dubmire Wmc Entertained Quarrington Hill Wmc, and Dubmire who started really well and played some excellent football and scored some great goals. Goals from Ben Maddison 3,David Finch 3 ,David Brymer 1,Elsdon Thompson 1,Frank Henshaw 1,Jon Jordison 1 .Gave Dubmire a 10-0. Win. Chester Osborne Wmc entertained Sedgefield Black Lion, Wes hood found the net on half an hour with a glancing header past the stranded keeper from a Chris Bennett cross.

The Black lion found themselves reduced to ten men when their defender brought down Chris Winn who was through on goal. The Osborne found it hard to break down a resilient 10 men, but with a cracking solo effort from Chris Winn it gave the Osborne a 2-0 win, before the goal of the game, Chris Davison skipped past one player from defence and let fly with a forty yarded straight over Sedgefield's keeper. Black lions goalkeeper deserving a mention as it was him who kept the score down, Osborne were 3-0 winners..Fatfield Biddick In were 5-1 winners at Burnside Wmc, Gilesgate Moor Hotel were 2-1 winners at Langley Park Steelers and Pelaw Grange Dogs entertained Houghton Chilton Lodge, It was Pelaw who were the first to threaten in the game, particularly down the left hand side where Paul Hargreaves drove forward at every opportunity and he soon had a chance to shoot from just over 20 yards but saw it go wide, but his next effort from a little further out forced a very good save from keeper Boardman. Craig Johnson then rode a tackle just inside the Pelaw half before driving on and striking from 25 yards, it looked like Laws would just need to push it over the bar but he didn't get enough of a hand on it and it dropped into the net behind him to put Houghton 1-0 up. This knocked Pelaw's confidence and we didn't see much from them until Bain struck a beauty from long range right into the top corner going in off the post. Houghton though, hit back straightaway when Armstrong restored their lead to see them go in 2-1 up at the break. Pelaw then had much the better of the 2nd half. With 20 minutes to go Neil Worley went through one on one and calmly slid the ball past Boardman to equalise. Chris Gosnell then came on for David Carter. Pelaw continued to push and were rewarded when the ball broke to David Fleming on the edge of the area who hit a great shot high into the corner to make it 3-2. Anthony Nicholson then replaced Chris Hawkins up front and on one of many breakaways as Houghton searched for a route back into the game, he squared the ball on the edge of the box to Worley who beat the keeper once again with a very good finish for his second to make the final score 4-2 to Pelaw.

In the JD Taxis Trophy Sacriston WMC entertained Bowburn Cooperage, It was Sacriston Wmc who eventually edged a closely fought contest played in good spirit. To be fair the early passage of play was pretty scrappy with both sides failing to get a hold on the game. Sacriston went ahead mid way through the first half when Andrew White side footed past the Bowburn keeper after good build up play from Aaron White. Bowburn levelled deep into the second half from a penalty after the Bowburn centre forward was deemed to have been fouled from behind. Sacriston scored the winner 5 minutes from time after good work from David Wardle and Andrew White saw Ben Sanderson score from close range. If both sides had taken their chances this game could have finished 6 a piece but a combination of poor finishing and some excellent goalkeeping particularly form John Lee, the Sacriston goalkeeper, kept the scores down New Durham Wmc progressed into the next Round, beating Durham Bede Lodge Lodge 2,0,first half saw New Durham take the lead through a 40 yard strike from Mickey Parker,2nd half New Durham piled the pressure on, and got the second from Andrew Chester, Washington colliery welcomed visitors durham garden house in the 2nd round of the jd taxis cup. With this in mind the manager barry davison again decided to shuffle the pack. The 1st half was full of wasted and missed chances by both teams, 0-0 at the break. 2nd half started and still both teams were guilty of missing chances until the hour mark when the durham garden house attack pounced on some lack luster defending by the colliery to break through and chip advancing keeper tom hallam with a neat finish to go 1 nil up. Colliery only had to wait 10 mins to get back into the game when some good work by matthew davison led to kris millen getting a shot in from range resulting in a deflection and the keeper diving over the ball 1-1. 10 mins later colliery scored what proved to be the winner when gavin neal produced the best cross of the game from a corner to put the ball straight on to jamie wilsons head who powered the ball home from a yard out. Colliery advance to the 3rd round after a hard fought victory against durham garden house. In the Leagues Premier Division Pelton Roab entertained Kelloe Wmc , a well deserved win for Pelton 4-2 with goals from Luke Kerry 2 ,Craig Mickle and Michael Graver, Kelloe started brightly and took and early lead through a strike from Kieran Megran. Pelton then came into the game and scored making the game 1 all at half time. After the interval Pelton created chances and went 4 - 1 in front. Gavin Barton scored a late consolation goal. Sedgefield st Edmunds Lost 4-2 at Brandon Bay Horse.Ferryhill Wmc earned a Point at Washington JFC. In the 0-0 draw. In the First Division Washington Arms had a comfortable 7-3 win over the youngsters of Birtley Barley Mow Inn. The first two goals coming from corner kicks, David Lyall and Andrew Elliot heading home. James McCraney pulled a goal back before the Arms stormed to a four goal advantage with goals from Daz Green, and a brace from Chris Morrison. After the break Barley Mow mount a determined fight back, goals from Jordan Smith and sub Phillip Marriott rattle the Arms. The Barley Mow pressing forward in search of more goals are caught out with a quick Arms breakout that is finished off by Chris Morrison to complete his first hat-trick of the season. Arms substitute David Ramsey makes it seven in the final minuteI In a tight division one encounter Houghton Mill All Stars drew 2-2 awayat Ushaw Moor CC.
Mill took the lead after twenty minutes when Kevin Johnston raced into the goal area from the left hand corner and fired a hard low cross into the six yard box where an outstretched Steve Malloy poked the ball into the net. Ushaw Moor equalised on the half hour when poor marking in the Mill's defence allowed Michael Chapman to head home from a free kick. On the hour mark Mill's Kevin Johnston had a glorious opportunity to score but dallied too long in the goal area and was eventually closed down. After sixty five minutes Gary Adey blasted a twenty five yard free kick straight at keeper Stephen Hancock who could only parry the ball to the feet of David Hall who slotted in for 2-1.With ten minutes remaining a neat through ball split the Mill's defence to find Scott Nattrass who ran at goal before his shot went in off the post beating keeper Ian Price for 2-2. In the second Division Sedgefield NET Park FC entertained Chester Plough Inn, A good game with two teams playing the game in a great manner.Netpark wasted numerous chances in the first half which finished goalless.
Plough Inn took the lead after 60mins Joel Baddams firing home, but this woke Net park up a little and they responded within minutes with a well taking goal by Ryan Boardman, NET Park then scored the winner with a cleared corner that was knocked back into the penalty box for centre half Lee Peat to score his 4th of the season with a headed goal that was looked to be a touch offside to give Net park a well deserved 2-1 win. Lumley FC entertained Washington Lambton Village; Lumley Conceded Form a Set Piece and Spurned a Host of Chances Allowing Lambton Village to Leave with A 1-0 Victory.Coxhoe Wmc maintained their position at the top of the second division with a 3-2 victory away to West Rainton. Coxhoe started brightly and were rewarded for their efforts with a 25th minute Paul Broom goal when a flowing move was finished in style with a right foot volley from all of 25 yards. Colin Young added Coxhoe's second goal in the 37th minute after good work in the penalty area saw him drive a low left foot shot beyond the West Rainton keeper. Coxhoe went further ahead in the 65th minute when Michael Cairns struck with a clinical volley to give them a 3-0 lead. A nasty facial injury to Paul Broom and two late goals from West Rainton were not enough to stop Coxhoe extending their unbeaten run in league and cup to 8 games. In the Third Division Bishop Middleham Cross Keys and Pittington Fc shared the Points in a 2-2 Draw, The Bird Inn lost 3-0 at Ferryjhill Saints and Easystreet and Visitors Witton Gilbert Wmc shared the Points in a 3-3 draw. In the Fourth Division Framwellgate Moor Salutations roller coaster season continues, having struggled to get a team out for the previous game the home side had nearly its full team appearing today. Chester Leonard's the Visitors and found themselves 2-0 down by half time with strikes from Salutation forwards Mark Hughes and Kyle Bola. Salutation gave away a penalty in the early stages of the second half Chris Fryer netting Salutation regained a two goal advantage when Hughes scored his second .Gareth Bowen complete the victory with a delicate flick from an Bussey shot. New Bracelet Waco lost 5-0 at Ferry hill Post Boy, Washington Honest Boy were 5-1 Home winners over Ferry hill Dynamo's.

Sunday 12th September 2010

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-09-19T17:50:44+01:00

Arms Loose Out in Nine Goal Thriller!

The second round of the Alan Smith Memorial Cup brought together local rivals Washington Arms and Fatfield Biddick Inn in a local derby that produced a nine goal thriller. The Arms storm into a three goal lead with a John Wilson opener followed up with a brace from Chris Morrison, but with five minutes to the half time whistle Gavin Grieves pulls a goal back. The Biddick take command of the second half but it took the introduction of subs Lee Baxter and Chris Lowery to break the Arms resolve. Baxter makes it 2-3 and two minutes later man of the match Richard Logan hits the equaliser. Biddick continue pressing forward and with eight minutes of normal time remaining Lowry puts them ahead. The Arms dig deep and press forward in numbers for the final minutes and are rewarded with an injury time equaliser, Carlo Barrass scrambling the ball home. The extra time is evenly contested and just when it looks like going to a penalty shoot-out super sub Lee Baxter strikes the Biddicks winner with the last kick of the game. Gilesgate Moor Hotel were 2-0 winners at Burnside Wmc.Chester Plough Inn were back in cup action as they travelled to fellow division 2 side Waterhouses FC.

Waterhouses took the lead. A long punt up field from the goalkeeper wasn’t dealt with and the Waterhouses striker ran on to the ball and bundled his effort over the line past Stuart Lambert in the away goal. Waterhouses doubled their led on the 20th minute mark when the away defence failed to clear and the striker made no mistake from close range. The Plough Inn were now facing an uphill battle at 2-0 down but picked their game up and raised the tempo. Andrew McGuiness playing in at full back brought the ball inside and chipped a lovely ball over the top of the defence for JAMIE SEYMOUR to run from a deep position and coolly slot past the home keeper. The goal gave the away side a much needed lift and ten minutes later grabbed a deserved equaliser when Ben Lloyd done a sublime bit of skill before providing a fantastic through ball for JOEL BADDAMS to run onto and fire past the Waterhouses keeper. Half Time saw the scores Level at 2-2.The Plough Inn started the second half and were very slow out the traps. Waterhouses were enjoying most of the possession although never provided any real great threat in front of goal. Chris Dodd’s for the home side, sheer determination was winning the midfield battle and his Ariel presence was causing problems for the away side. Waterhouses took a deserved lead as John Adamson stood and appealed for an offside and the Waterhouses player continued his run and shot at goal, only to see it saved brilliantly by goalkeeper Stuart Lambert but his colleague followed up and put the ball in the back of the net. The Plough pressed forward and had some great opportunities to grab an equaliser. First of all Hill linked well with Seymour who raced clear of goal only for an excellent last ditch tackle prevent him from scoring. Hill was involved again when his curling effort crashed off the cross bar and away to safety with the keeper beaten and in the last few moments Joel Baddams shot tamely at the keeper from only 6 yards out. The Final Score 3-2 to Waterhouses.

In the Spennymoor Town Fc League Cup Pelton ROAB were too powerful for Chester Leonards, as Pelton were 9-0 winners.

In the 2nd Round of the President’s Trophy Dubmire WMC FC entertained Pelton Fc A hard fought win against a strong pelton side .Dubmire started the more brighter and there passing was causing Pelton problems .an excellent shot from 25 yards from Donaldson was spectacularly saved by the pelton keeper .Madison went on a run and after beating 3 men he then sent the keeper the wrong way to only see the ball hit the side netting .another flowing move sent Eldson away down the right and shot Cum cross could only be helped into the back of net by the defender .1-0Pelton started coming more into the game and went close on a couple of occasions .Another attack and Pelton equalised when a ball dropped on the edge of the box and the midfielder hammered it through the players and into the net .1-1Pelton had the ascendency and were causing Dubmire problems and another ball knocked out of the area fell to another midfielder and he put it into the net with ease .2-1 Half time Dubmire came out meaning business and pushed pelton back in search of the equaliser and it came after 55 mins when another great move resulted in Price crossing and the ball fell to finch who spun and hit a spectacular volley into the top corner giving the keeper no chance .2-2Dubmire were pressing for a winner and pelton were struggling to contain them another one touch passing move sent Pricey away down the right and he lashed the ball towards the Goal the keeper was caught out and could only help it into the net .3-2Pelton threw everything at Dubmire and they missed to great opportunities inside the box .But Dubmire were able to hold on to a well-deserved Cup Win. East Rainton FC entertained New Durham WMC in this all Division 3 clash. New Durham WMC proved to be too strong and ran out easy 8-0 winners. A poor start from Durham Bede Lodge saw Bishop Middleham Cross Keys take a 3-0 lead within 30 minutes of the start. Shortly after Nicky Barker scored to reduce the deficit and it remained 3-1 until half time. The second half was dominated by Bede and goals from Nicky Barker and 2 from Phil Clark confirmed a well-deserved and great comeback for Bede Lodge worthy 4-3 winners. Chester Cricket Club travelled to Chilton WMC. Chester CC more than matched their 2nd division opponents in a tight 1st half, creating some decent chances without being able to really test the home keeper. The Cricketers were denied a goal midway through the 1st half when the ball fell a foot over the line, but with the referee unsure he was unable to give it. The Chester CC defenders were called upon to make a number of last ditch tackles and blocks to keep the game goalless going into half time. The 2nd half was a similarly tight affair but Chester CC's creativity seemed to have deserted them. Chilton WMC went close to scoring, hitting the woodwork a couple of times before making the breakthrough with around 20 minutes to go. With Chester CC pushing for an equaliser, Chilton put the game to bed with a second goal. Injury Hit Lumley Fc Travelled To Kelloe Davey Lamp For Their Presidents Trophy Tie, With Only The Bare Bones Of A Team. They Fell Behind To 2 First Half Goals. In The Second Half Saw Chances At Both Ends But Kelloe Scored Their Third. Lumley Piled On The Pressure & Strikes From Wood Then Laidler Made For A Great Finish Only For Kelloe To Break Away & Secure Their Place In The Next Round With A 4-2 Win. Witton Gilbert progressed into the next round of the Presidents cup through a 7 -2 win over 4th division Durham Garden House. The first half Witton Gilbert dominated and should have been more than 3 goals up thanks to Calcutt scoring twice and Smith the other. This was to prove decisive as within fifteen second half minutes Durham pulled two goals back with Witton Gilbert on both occasions allowing an opposition attacker time and space to score two well taken goals. Thankfully the mini comeback was short lived as Witton managed to score four goals unanswered though Bradley, Embleton, Summers and substitute Jewitt to but a more realistic perspective on the score line. A stand out player from today’s game was Grant Boyd who ran the show in midfield and thoroughly deserved the man of the match award. Although Witton managed to win by five goals they will not have been happy with the way they started the second half allowing the opposition far too much time and space and letting them back into the game. Against better opposition this could prove crucial when defending a lead.

In the Premier Division Leaders Hetton Lyons Cricket Club travelled to play unbeaten Chester Hilda Park, Hilda Park with a 100% record so far this season knew they would face a team that would put them on the back foot for a lot of the game and the Chester goalkeeper was in the thick of it after 4 minutes when he denied Jason Ainsley from scoring with a fingertip save, a minute later he denied Tommy English from opening the scoring with another great save. The Lyons kept up the pressure and in the 26th minute a corner from Johnny Butler and Carl Beasley rose above everyone else to head the ball in to the net 0-1. The Lyons went 2 up after 32 minutes when English work hard on the left hand side and crossed the ball and Warren Byrne's excellent finishing gave the goalkeeper no chance 0-2. Shortly after the restart Beasley replaced Lyons keeper Simon Bishop who had a hamstring injury, half time was approaching and the Lyons kept on the pressure Steven Capper crossed from the left hand side and once again Byrne found the back of the net with a great strike 0-3 half time. In the 54th minute the Lyons were awarded a penalty when the Chester defender was alleged of holding Byrne he duly stepped up and gave the keeper no chance with his spot kick and to claim his hat trick 0-4. Warren Byrne scored his 4th goal of the game in the 62nd minute with a great ball from Ainsley and Byrne's strike gave the keeper no chance 0-5. Hilda Park scored a consolation goal from the kick off with some good work on the right hand side and Williamson slotted the ball passed Beasley 1-5. Liam Beeston was unlucky not to score 10 minutes later with a great cross from Lewis Dodd’s and Beeston's strike hit the post and the goalkeeper gathered the rebound. Full time 1-5. Sedgefield st Edmunds entertained Ferryhill Wmc an even first twenty minutes until Ferryhill had two players sent off for throwing punches. Sedgefield peppered Ferryhills goal after that, hitting the bar and the post until Sedgefield Debutant Paul Cleary grabbed the winner in the 93rd minute. After good work from John Davis. Kelloe WMC FC travelled to Washington JFC with the bare 11 including manager and assistant who were forced to play. Kelloe started brightly and had chances to score first but the only goal of the game came after 60 mins when Andrew Soppitt headed back for Gavin Barton to finish, to give Kelloe 1-0 win.

Sacriston Cricket Club entertained Newton Aycliffe Wmc, Newton Aycliffe took the lead on 31 minutes when Hall’s poor attempt at a pass aimed at Fenton on the left hand side was cut out and the Newton Aycliffe player intercepted the ball and passed it forward to his team mate who shot from 20 yards and his shot squirmed underneath Hall’s body for a goal. This shook Sacriston for a while and on 45 minutes things looked to be going for bad to worse when Marc Bladen fouled an Aycliffe player in the box to concede a penalty. Hall redeemed himself saving the penalty by diving to his right and pushing the ball to safety. Then on 61 minutes the Cricketers levelled the scores, Gary Draper won a free kick which he took himself and he found the head of Rob Draper who beat the on rushing Aycliffe keeper to the ball to head home the equalizer., Yates put the Cricketers 2-1 ahead on 67 minutes when he broke clear of a couple of defenders and his shot found the bottom right hand corner. Then on 75 minutes Sacriston made it 3-1 when Yates picked up the ball just inside his own half and turned and ran past at least 6 players and a couple of his own in a direct route to goal where he eventually squared the ball to his striking partner Renwick who slammed home his shot from just inside the box. Newton Aycliffe came straight back and on 77 minutes scored when a ball was centred into the box from the by line and was well finished from around 12 yards with a shot into the roof of the net.The final whistle blew with the Cricketers winning 3-2

In the First Division Sacriston Wmc looking for their first win of the season, travelled to Birtley Barley Mow Inn, Sacriston with an understrength side went 3-0 down; Sacriston had plenty of possession but could not find the goal until just before half time when Davey Wardle scored to make it 3-1 at half time. Sacriston started the second half the much better side and thanks goals from Wardle, White and Wheeldon Sacriston went 4-3 ahead, birtley pulled one back to level the game, but Sacriston proved too strong with a goal from Shaun Foster and Davey Wardle scored again to complete his hat trick. Final Score Birtley 4 Sacriston WMC 6.Houghton Mill All Stars and Langley Park Steelers produced a thrilling league division one encounter.
Both sides played attractive football throughout and despite chances at both ends the first half remained goalless which was mainly due to two excellent saves from Mill keeper Ian Price. Steelers broke the deadlock on fifty two minutes when a neat through ball from the left into the inside right channel found Ben Harris who ran at the Mill goal and duly slotted it under the advancing Price. But within five minutes Mill had equalised when Gary Adey latched onto a loose ball in Steelers defence, he then rounded keeper Moralee to score into an empty net. The game continued to flow from one end of the field to the other, both keepers were in fine form and it looked like the only way the match could be settled would be by something special - and indeed it was. After seventy minutes Steelers' Craig Thompson collected the ball thirty five yards from goal and leashed a pile driver of a shot which deceived keeper Price and thundered into the top corner of the net to seal a 2-1win for Steelers.

In the Second Division Sedgefield Net Park travelled to Washington Victoria, A really good game of football for the neutral two teams who know each other very well battling and playing the game in a first class manner. An evenly contested first half but Victoria were the more clinical of the two teams given them a 4-2 half-time lead.
NET Park knew the first goal in the 2nd half was going to be a vital one and it was NET Park who scored the third making it game on, NET Park then started to dominate creating the better chances and they drew level on 75mins. Victoria were still dangerous with their two prolific strikers always a threat but NET Park scored two within 5mins after 80mins to put the game out of Victoria's reach. A well-deserved 3pts for NET Park with goals from Barber 3, Turland 2 and 1 from mom Kevin Broom.

In the Only Game in the Third Division High Handenhold Bird Inn entertained Chester Easystreet Evenly matched game with chances falling to both teams but the Bird took the only chance of the game after a loverly through ball from Terry Mackell found Neil Tiffen who took one touch then drove it right footed into the left corner on 20 mins. More chances fell to both sides but good defending from the bird In gave them a 1-0 win.

Swinburn Maddison Durham Sunday League Sunday 5th Spetember

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-09-07T16:46:48+01:00

New Brancepeth Wmc Fall to the Jury
Kelloe WMC FC entertained New Brancepeth in the 3rd round of the Alan Smith Cup and it was the visitors who started brightly putting Kelloe under pressure for the first 20 minutes. Kelloe gradually started to dominate possession and went close when Gavin Barton hit the bar from a header. 0-0 at half time and the second half continued in the same way as Kelloe were guilty of missing several chances before John Jury scored with 10 minutes left. From the kick off Kelloe gained possession and went up and scored their second with a strike from Kieran Megran. The visitors then scored a last minute consolation goal. New Durham Wmc were 2-1 winners at Langley Park Wmc.

In the 1 st round of the President’s Trophy Chester Plough Inn entertained High Handenhold Bird Inn Fc, the home side started brightly however against the run of play The Bird Inn took the lead when Chris Cuthbert’s gave away possession and the Bird Inn took full advantage of the error to take the lead. The Plough surged forward in search of an equaliser and it didn’t take long. JOHN FORSTER making his first start of the season picked the ball up from 25 yards before unleashing a super strike into the roof of the net! The Plough Inn continued to press forward and took the lead when JOEL BADDAMS shot from outside the area squirmed under the goalkeeper’s body. Half time score 2-1 the second period kicked off and immediately burst into action when goalkeeper Stuart Lambert collided with the Bird Inn striker and the referee pointed to the spot. The penalty was duly converted to make it 2-2. Chester Plough Inn were still full of confidence that they would go on to win the game, however they were rocked ten minutes later The Bird Inn scored to make it 3-2. The home side picked themselves up and continued to surge forward and put pressure on the away defence but found the Pelton Bird keeper in sparkling form pulling off a string of fine saves to keep his side in front. Ben Lloyd had a great strike from distance that look destined for the top corner, however the keeper managed to get a fingertip to the ball on to the cross bar. The Plough did grab the equaliser with 15 minutes remaining and it came from top scorer and defender MARK ATCHISON. Chris Cuthbertson took the corner which directly hit the rear post and Atchison tapped the ball in from close range. 90 Mins score 3-3With the game now into extra time the home side were hoping their fitness was about to come into it. They certainly looked the stronger of the two sides as they pressed forward for a winner. The home side did manage to grab the winner through BEN LLOYD as he headed home from close range to see The Plough through to the next round. In the 2nd Round of the Same Competition Coxhoe Wmc Travelled to Framwellgate Moor Salutation Div 2 highflyers were given the fright of their lives against a strong Farm Salutation side. Smarting from the previous weeks league defeat Salutation totally overwhelmed Coxhoe going 2-0 up in a comprehensive battering in the first 40 mins with goals from Johnny Bowen and Mark Hughes.Just before the break the visitors pulled one back. Salutation continued to make goal scoring chances but failure to finish let Coxhoe make it 2 all as the game approached the 90minute mark. The extra-time period saw Salutation lose several key players which gave Coxhoe the upper hand. The home team paid the penalty of countless missed chances losing the game 5-2, a result that doesn’t tell the full story Washington Victoria were 3-1 winners at Chester Leonards.

In the League’s Premier division Sedgefield St Edmunds Entertained Pelton Roab, Sedgefield went 2 nil up before half time with goals from Andrew Beamson and John Davies and had chances to increase their lead. Pelton pulled one back just after half time and with chances at both ends Sedgefield held on to get their first league win of the season thanks to good defending and good goalkeeping from veteran Alan Wilkinson.Brandon Bay Horse were 3-0 winners at Washington Jfc

In the First Divison Washington Arms Travelled to Ushaw Moor Cricket Club ,The Arms after having the majority of the possession had to settle for a share of the points in their division one clash with Ushaw Moor CC. Steve Crame opened the scoring for the Arms straight from a corner kick just before half time.  Ushaw Moor grabbed an equaliser fifteen minutes before the final whistle, Gilesgate Moor Hotel entertained Houghton Comrades another entertaining game with Houghton taking an early lead and having most of possession 1-0 at half time. Giles gate started the second half better than the first and had a few chances to equalise and they did 15mins in with Craig McManus latching on to a half chance and finishing well, but soon after Houghton punished Giles gate again going 2-1 up and it wasn’t long before they scored another 2 making it 4-1 Giles gate scored another 10 mins from the end Craig McManus got his 2nd of the game. The Biddick Inn were 3-1 winners at Barley Mow Inn.

In the Only Game in the 2nd Division Waterhouses Beat Washington Lambton Village.
In the Third Divison Chester Easystreet Travelled to Houghton Chilton Lodge, Easy Street extended their unbeaten record to five games despite a disappointing 2-2 draw against Chilton Lodge. Despite going two goals to the good through Damien Baston and Andrew Coffer, a poor second half cost Easy dear yet again. Easy were dealt a blow before the game had even kicked off with keeper Mark Middlemass unable to make the kick-off due to being stranded in Gateshead. It was left to Paul Corlett to take his place between the sticks, a position he took up in the first game of the season against Pelton Dog Track. Not wanting a repeat of that game, Michael Dalkin named the strongest possible side from the 13 players he had available with Lewis Holmes starting on the left, Baston in midfield and Coffer partnering Andrew Jacques up front. The first half was encouraging with some slick passing and deadly through balls unleashing the pace of Coffer, who was too hot to handle for the Chilton defence. It was Baston who did it after 20 minutes, striking a low shot from the edge of the box that just managed to beat the keeper.
Coffer then made it 2-0 with a finish of real quality. A lofted through ball from Marriott was seized upon by the striker who took one touch before volleying the ball into the net for his first goal of the season and for the club.
Easy were looking comfortable and good value for their lead. But a mistake from Marriott cost them dear just before half-time. A long ball from the Chilton backline was misjudged by the Easy centre half; the Chilton winger lobbed the ball over the advancing Corlett and into the net. The second half was yet another one to forget for Easy as Chilton frustrated them with some stern defending. With the home side cranking up the pressure on the Easy defence it was a question of when not if they would equalise. It became a reality 15 minutes from time. A ball into the box wasn't dealt with by Easy and despite the number of bodies in the area a Chilton player managed to get a foot to the ball and guide it into the net. Final score 2-2.Ferryhill Saints and Visitors Shadforth Plough shared the Points in a 2-2 Draw
In the Fourth Divison Chester Cricket C Club travelled to Washington Colliery the Cricketers were handed an early advantage when the home goalkeeper failed to control a simple back pass, allowing it past him to give the visitors a 1-0 lead. Washington Colliery went on to take a 2-1 lead as two defensive lapses allowed soft goals to be scored, however Chester CC found an equaliser before half time when Phil Forster hit a well struck shot after coming in from the right. Chester CC started the second half well and took the lead when a good passing move was finished by Jonathan Haggerty . Washington Colliery again found their way back into the match however, when a penalty was awarded and successfully converted after a Chester CC defender was adjudged to have handballed in the box. The resulting debate saw Chester CC reduced to 10 men when Phil Forster saw red for a second booking for dissent. Washington Colliery looked to have won the game with a headed goal from a free kick following some poor marking from the Chester CC defence. The 10 men of Chester CC kept going and managed to salvage a point when some indecision between the home defence and keeper allowed Jonathan Haggerty to steal in and score his second.
In the First Round of the Durham County Football Association Sunday Cup the League had Mixed Fortunes. Newton Aycliffe wmc entertained Sunderland Hendon Vics, It was Aycliffe who attacked from the start and after 5 minutes Hanson turned the ball in at the near post to give them the lead. Five minutes later Swinburn fired home a loose ball and at 2.0 the match seamed over. Aycliffe continued to press, but in a break away Sunderland were awarded a penalty, which they put the wrong side of the post. With the half drawing to a close Cooper made it 3.0 to Aycliffe.A greatly under strength Aycliffe team took their foot of the pedal in the second half, and two well taken goals by Sunderland, put them back in the game. However there were no further goals and both sides were left rueing missed chances in the first half. Houghton Mill All Stars crashed out at the first hurdle with a 7-2 defeat away at Darlington Albert Hill WMC. Steve Malloy and Gary Adey were the Mill's goalscorers in what was a poor All-stars performance.Quarrington Hill Wmc Travelled to Hartlepool St Francis a close game well contested between two teams trying to play good football. St Francis took an early lead when a mistake by the Q's defence allowed a cross from the right to be turned in from close range. Q Hill rallied and got an equaliser with a fine finish from Dan Beaney. The game was decided by a second half penalty which was saved brilliantly by Stephen Peters, but St Francis were quicker to the rebound. A rampant Spennymoor Salvin Arms side spoilt East Rainton FC’s debut in the county cup. Spennymoor controlled the game from start to finish and thoroughly deserved their victory winning 7-2. Other Results
Newton Aycliffe the Cumby 4-1Lumley FC, Durham Garden House 2-0 Sunderland bar One
Sunderland Hendon Blue 1-0Burnmoor JFC, Felling Fiddlers Three            1-4Chester le Street Osborne
Horden CW U 21s 0-1Sherburn Lambton Arms, Peterlee Helford United 7-1Sedgefield Black Lion
Boldon Big Club 4-0 Kelloe Davy Lamp, Bishop Auckland Blacksmiths Arms 2-4Ferryhill WMC,
West Rainton FC 1-2Billingham The Merlin, Sunderland Hall farm (Sunday) 5-0 Langley Park Rams head,
Hunwick WMC 2-2Chester le Street Hilda Park (AET - HILDA PARK WIN ON PENALTIES)
Burnside WMC 5-7 Bishop Auckland Hospital Club, Easington Miners Hall 2-5Dubmire WMC,
Chilton & Windlestone WMC 2-3(AET) Shildon the Flag & Whistle, Billingham Synthonia Reserves       2-2 Durham Bede Lodge (AET - SYNTHONIA WIN ON PENALTIES) Leadgate Golden Lion 4-3 (AET) Sedgefield Net Park

Easy Win Big Chester Derby

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-08-30T17:21:38+01:00

Easy street win Big Chester le Street Derby, In the First Round of the JD Taxis Trophy Chester Easy street entertained Neiboughs Chester Leonards and It was Easy street who progressed to the next round of the cup last Sunday, after a closely fought game with Leonards, the Game ended in a penalty shootout. Leonards started the game well, and enjoyed large spells of possession in the 1st half, and found themselves 2 nil up at half time after 2 very good strikes, both of which slightly fortunate, in both coming back off the woodwork and going in off the keeper. Easy street were on top at the start of the 2nd half, and were level after 2 quick goals, the 1st of which a very good strike. Leonards probably enjoyed the better of the rest of the game and extra time, but couldn’t find the net again result in the shootout.
Easy street was clinical in the shootout and left Leonard’s keeper with little chance on all but 1 penalty which he got a hand to but couldn’t stop. And it was the easy street keeper who was the hero with 2 saves in the shootout. Sedgefield Net Park made the Long Journey to East Rainton
Both sides were evenly matched until Chris Barber broke the deadlock to put Net park 1-0 up at interval.Netpark went on to win the match comfortably with further goals from Turland 2 and Nicky Walker.Ferryhill Dynamos’ Travelled to Quarrington Hill Wmc it what was Definitely a game of two halves, Q Hill took until the second half to get started after being outplayed in the first half conceding 3. The second half was a much needed improvement, with Q Hill coming out 'all guns blazing' and adopting a very attacking mentality scoring the first of 2 goals with a Scott Wilson penalty on 60 minutes and the second from Jeff Dean on 75 minutes. Despite intense pressure in the last 15 minutes, Q Hill couldn't find the equaliser. Lumley Fc entertained Chilton Wmc an Alex Malcolm header gave Lumley fc an early lead only for Chilton wmc to equalise on the stroke of half time. Chilton were aided by the wind in the second half & took the lead only for Sean Henderson to equalise. But Chilton scored a third which proved to be the winner. Houghton Mill All Stars progressed into the next round of the JD Taxi's Guards Cup with a fine 2-0 away win at Pittington. Both Mill goals were Steve Fenn headers - the first after 25 minutesafter some neat work from Kevin Johnston and the second a flying header from a David Hall,cross on the hour mark. Late in the game Pittington had two glorious chances to reduce thedeficit - Mill keeper Gary Adey made a great save only for the ball tofall at the feet of Craig Ruddick who had an empty goal to shoot at but Ruddick some how missed the target.Brian Colledge then blasted over the bar from close range when it lookedeasier to score.Chester Cricket Club made the short Journey to Fence houses to play Dubmire Wmc. Chester CC started well and got an early goal 3 minutes in when a good through ball from Andrew Robinson was finished by Jonathan Haggerty. Chester CC dominated the rest of the half but couldn't find a second goal. The second half saw few chances created as the home team tried but failed to penetrate a strong Cricket Club defence.Coxhoe Wmc were 2-0 Home winners Over Fatfield Biddick Inn.Burnside wmc were 5-1 Home winners Over Burnmoor Jfc. The Chester Osborne entertained Ferryhill Saints FC Chris Winn broke the deadlock in a very scrappy 1st half when he fired home a 35 yard freekick. Andrew Willcock then added a 2nd shortly before half time. The Osborne were comfortable winners after a much improved 2nd half with further goals from Lloyd Mcgee, Chris Winn, Andrew Willcock and Wes Hood

In the League’s Premier Division Washington JFC entertained Langley Park Wmc After just failing to get something from the game against Hetton Lyons Cricket Club last Thursday JFC came out all guns firing and soon took the lead with a great move down the right involving Breezy Miller and Keith Vincent a simple one two resulted in Miller side footing a pass for Joni Hewitt to tap in from 3 yds., 1-0, after that the game was pretty much one sided and further goals from Tank Rousell a header and Breezy Miller ended the half 3-0 JFC. Langley were much stronger in the second half and scored a great header after a telling cross from the right 3-1, Jfc finished the game off with lots of pressure down both flanks and further goals from Lee Proudlock (pen) and Andy (Kenny) Middlemiss made the final result 5-1 to the home team, this game was played in good spirit and Langley Park were a much better side than the score suggested.Kelloe Wmc Travelled to Newton Aycliffe Wmc The first chance fell to Aycliffe after 5 minutes but Woods close range shot was blocked by the keepers legs. After a neat passing move Barton miscued his effort at the Aycliffe goal and the ball was hacked away to safety. The game at this stage was pretty even, before another defensive mistake caused chaos in the aycliffe penalty area. As the first half drew to a close Kelloe were getting on top against an under strength Aycliffe side.

The second half opened in lively fashion with Kelloe's Andrew Soppitt having a shot well saved by Hartley in the Aycliffe goal. Then on 60 minutes a run and cross from Chase McMullen led to Brischuk turning and firing into the bottom corner to give Aycliffe the lead. On 65 minutes Garvin Barton powered in a header to bring Kelloe back level. A spate of substitutions followed. Both sides were having their moments and after a corner in the 76th minute Kelloe scrambled the ball over the line. Ten minutes later Kelloe scored their third with Aycliffe insisting on offside. As in their previous encounter in the cup Aycliffe found themselves more disorganised as the half wore on. And Kelloe ended up 3.1 winners.

Last Seasons Premier League Winners Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Ferryhill Wmc A game that certainly wasn't for the purists, a very strong cross wind and a small and bumpy pitch but Hetton had the majority of the possession ,but once again couldn't put their chances away. The Lyons did open the scoring after 12 minutes when some good work on the right hand side from Chris Hughes and squared the ball to Liam Beeston who beat the defender and hit the ball wide of the goalkeeper to make it 0-1.

Chances came in that half for Byrne, Hughes Lawther and Bell but all wide of the goal. Chris Bell did get on the score sheet after 59 minutes when he collected the ball on the half way line on the right hand side he beat two players the shot from 18 yards across the goalkeeper giving him no chance 0-2. The game was over for Ferryhill with Lyons keeping possession of the ball and creating a few chances but everyone was relieved when the full time whistle was blown with the wind getting stronger.

In the Only Game in the 3rd Division Pelaw Grange Dogs got back to winning ways after who was going to referee the game was sorted out. Referee T. Oladunjoye taking the game. David Fleming scored on 20 minutes with a low shot that went under Bowburns keeper David Robinson and into the corner of the net after cutting inside and getting his shot away. Neil Worley went off injured for the Dogs and was replaced by Peter Snowball just before this. There was still nothing in it coming up to half time but a great shot by Paul Curry for Pelaw Grange Dogs was really unlucky when it hit the post and away. After half time David Carter scored for the Pelaw Grange Dogs FC with a fine header on about 60 minutes but then Bowburn pulled one back to make it 2-1. With the wind behind them Bowburn continued to press but left the back open and had some narrow escapes before David Donnelly made it 3-1 for Pelaw Grange Dogs FC. Richard Cull then came on for Craig Bain who was struggling for the last 15 minutes.

Midweek Commencing Monday 16th August

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-08-25T16:53:47+01:00

In the Premiership Chester Hiilda Park Entertained Sacriston Cricket Club

This was another hard fought contest with both sides having there opportunities to win the match.,with 17 mins to go Hilda Park got into the Cricketers half and won a throw in which was fired into the box and the Hilda Park player got a good glancing header onto the ball which went into the corner of the net.This goal was totally against the run of play at that time and we battled hard to get our game going again but the goal had given Hilda Park the lift they needed and the game was effectively over on 86 mins when after a good challenge by John Robson 25 yards out we conceded a free kick which was well struck near the top corner of our goal where Hall got a good hand to it but couldn’t stop it going in.Even then we still created chances in the final few mins to score but it wasn’t to be and we came away with a 2-0 defeat despite having a very strong side and bench available to us.

Full credit to Hilda Park who played very well at times and I think they will do very well this season particularly on their own pitch and the two forwards and Smith the centre half were outstanding.
Credit goes to the referee Terry Metcalfe as well who kept his cards in his pocket for the whole game despite a number of fouls given in the game which were hard honest tackles and he kept up with the play at all times and was very approachable throughout the game. The best referee we have had in years.

Other results from the premier league Thursday 19th August 2010.

Langley Park WMC 2 Pelton RAOB 6
Kelloe WMC 2 Sedgefield St.Edmunds 1
Hetton Lyons CC 3 Brandon Bay Horse 0
Newton Aycliffe WMC 4 Ferryhill WMC 2

Pelaw Grange Dogs fC opened their home game with a good 4-2 win over Pittington FC on Tuesday night. By half time they were 3 nil up with goals from Chris Hawkins, Paul Curry from a header and Neil Worley. In the second half Pittington pulled one back but then Chris Hawkins made it 4-1 before Pittington made it 4-2. Craig Bain was replaced by Peter Snowball and Gary Ryan came on as well. Later in the game Anthony Nicholson came on for the last 10 minutes.

Shadforth Plough Climbed to second in the table with a confident performance over new boys Witton Gilbert Wmc , The Plough from the first whistle 3 points were from taking and they got the ball down and played it around confidently, unlike Sunday we kept hold the of the ball and didn’t try to force it and it worked to good effect. The Plough opted for the 3 – 5 – 2 again, Stu Coxon moving into centre midfield and Simpson up top with Moore.

Stu Coxon opened the scoring to make it two from two for him this season, and it was exactly what he deserved, showing persistence pays off he closed down the keeper, who played it off him, Stu ran to the touch line and fired home from a tight angle, 1 – 0 to the Plough.

We then kept the ball and did it well, Collingwood in goal was rarely troubled a couple of easy saves for him. The second goal came from Martin Denney’s hard work, he tracked the run of their of left winger and won the ball played it to Rob Wade who played a great 40 yard ball to Simpson, he waited for the keeper to come before lifting it over him and slotting home to double the plough’s lead before half time. The half time team talk was to get the ball down and play exactly how we just had, but most importantly don’t concede. Dan Hall limped off early on in the second half to be replaced by Jack Jones, he made a good run down the left hand-side squared it to Wade who looked up and put Moore through on goal, from 12 yards Moore wasn’t going to miss he drilled It into the top corner. Philip Connor left the pitch so Moore went to centre half, he was replaced by Stephen Clifford. Assistant Manager Craig Robson came onto replace Stu Coxon with 10 minutes to go. The Plough gave 110% as they stay unbeaten, and keep their first clean sheet of the season, they travel to Ferryhill on Sunday and another 3 point’s is wanted by the team. And they want to keep their good start to the season going. Stuart Coxon Man of the Match.

Chester Osborne opened their account for the season with a 2-1 win over the Burnside WMC. Chris Winn making it 1-0 in the first half with the burnside drawing level soon after. New signing Dan Johnson scored in the second

Sunday 22nd August Match Report

steve_ralling@mac.com — 2010-08-25T16:49:56+01:00

Barton Fires Kelloe Wmc into the Next Round
Holders of the League Cup sponsored By Spennymoor Town Fc Kelloe Wmc travelled to Fellow Premiership side Newton Aycliffe Wmc in this Seasons Competition; Newton Aycliffe went at the visitors from the start and after missing several half chances were awarded a penalty. Owens spot kick was well saved by Carl Morris, and within a minute of the Penalty Miss Kelloe took the lead against Aycliffe WMC FC through Stuart Thompson Fifteen minutes later Swinburn got free on the left and scored a deserved equaliser for Aycliffe, and then Mark Henson struck to make the game 2 - 1 at half time to Kelloe. With only a couple of minutes on the clock in the second Half, Swinburn volleyed his second goal to bring the scores level. Ten minutes later in what had been an excellent game Kelloe regained the lead Gavin Barton, scoring.Kelloes superior fitness began to tell and they scored two more goals in the last ten minutes, Nick Gibson and Andrew Soppitt to prove worthy winners.

Last Seasons Beaten Finalists Sedgefield Black Lion were 6-2 Home winners Over Chilton Wmc . Hetton Lyons progressed to the next round of the cup with a comfortable win against Visitors Houghton Mill All Stars, the All Stars Playing their 1000 th Competitive Game. The Lyons almost took the lead after 11 minutes but Leon Ryan's header hit the post, Hetton did open their account after 18 minutes with a cross from Johnny Butler and Leon Ryan headed the ball across the box giving the goalkeeper no chance. Houghton's Gary Adey came close to equalizing 4 minutes later with a free kick from 25 yards but the ball smashed against the cross bar, the Lyons went 2 up after 28 minutes when Chris Bell was brought down in the penalty area and Liam Beeston scored from the penalty spot. Keith Graydon saw his shot minutes later tipped over the bar from the Mill goalkeeper with a brilliant save. The Lyons pushed on in the second half and Tommy English chipped the goalkeeper from the edge of the 18 yard box with a brilliant goal to make it 3-0. Leon Ryan got his second goal of the game after 55 minutes with a great pass from Graydon and Ryan hit it on the volley and the keeper had no chance 4-0. On the hour mark the Lyons went 5 up when from a corner to Houghton goalkeeper Keith finch collected the ball then kicked it out to Bell who beat the defender then slipped it under the goalkeeper to score. Houghton scored after 73 minutes with a ball across the box and Gary Adey put it wide of the Lyons keeper to score.Adey should have scored his second goal from a penalty, when Beasley handled the ball in the area, but his spot kick went high over the crossbar. Final Score 5-1 to the Lyons.

With only 11 players available for selection Sedgefield Netpark for the Cup Tie at Lumley Fc .Netpark knew they would have a roll up their sleeves and dig in. Maybe it was just the incentive the Club needed as they gained their first victory of the season. The 1st half was very even with Lumley Fc taking the lead three times with Netpark replying.

There were some very good goals scored by both sides albeit at times with help of some poor defending. The score was 3-3 at H/T, Net park got into their stride straight away and were 5-3 up with 20mins remaining, Todd Young opened his account for Net park with a brilliant individual goal. Three Net park players were struggling with knocks but with no subs they all had to continue, Lumley put on some fresh legs but Net Park stood firm. Net park had two clear headers that missed the target any of them going in would have killed the game off early but Lumley did have a few chances near the end but overall Net park deserved the victory and a place in the 3rd Round.Pelton ROAB were reduced to 10 Men and needed extra Time to beat Brandon Bay Horse, Pelton Goals coming from Ball Peck Lines And Extra Time Winner From Graver.Ferryhill Wmc were 3-1 winners at Ushaw Moor Cricket Club.Washington Jkr crashed to a 3-0 Defeat at Sedgefield st Edmunds.

Langley Park Steelers were 2-1 winners at Sacriston Cricket Club, Chester Plough Inn entertained an under strength Waterhouses FC in the League Cup With only ten minutes on the clock the home side took the lead when Chris Howey's corner was headed home by MICHAEL CURL. The early goal gave the reds a big confidence boost and managed to double the lead in the 20th minute. Jamie Seymour broke down the left flank and burst into the box before pulling the ball back for MARK ATCHISON to drive the ball past the keeper. Midfield maestro Ben Lloyd was pulling the strings in the middle of the park and set DANIEL HILL through on goal who made no mistake. Ben Lloyd was involved again as he supplied the through ball for DANIEL HILL to race on to and coolly lob the away keeper. It was once again Ben Lloyd who set up JOEL BADDAMS with another defence splitting pass, with pacey midfielder racing clear before slotting home. It was now turning into a rout for the home side as Jamie Seymour twisted and turned in the area before squaring for MICHAEL CURL to fire home from close range. Half Time 6-0 to the Plough Waterhouses started the second period and were immediately on the back foot against a rampant Plough Inn. In the opening stages CHRIS HOWEY notched his first goal for the club when his cross from deep on the right sailed over the keeper and into the roof of the net. Three changes by the home side didn’t affect the balance of play and it was substitute John Adamson who linked well with MARK ATCHISON to fire into the corner of the net. Midfield man Ben Lloyd set NATHAN BADDAMS free on the left as he coolly curled the ball over the Waterhouses keeper. The home side were now looking for double figures and didn’t have long to wait as Michael Curl went on a dazzling run from centre half before crossing to JOHN ADAMSON to poke home from close range. New boy Craig Johnson was enjoying his midfield role and created an opening for MARK ATCHISON to complete his hat-trick as he fired home past Anthony Wilson in the away goal. Man of the match Mark Atchison turned provider as he burst down the left flank before playing in JOHN ADAMSON who finished superbly past the Keeper.Sacriston Wmc Lost 3-2 at Durham Bede Lodge.

Chester Hilda Park lost 2-1 at Houghton Comrades.

In the Only Game in the second Division The Fatfield Biddick Inn Travelled to Chester Osbornne,The Osborne went 1-0 up through Andrew willcock after around fifteen mins, Biddick drew level soon after with a fine back post volley. Steven Kirk up was sent off soon after and the Osborne down to 10 men. The Osborne held on right until the last second when Biddick were awarded a dubious corner that found a player at the back post unmarked who obliged by claiming all 3 points for biddick

In the Third Division East Rainton FC entertained Bishop Middleham Cross Keys Both teams wanted to play football and for the neutral there was some good Football played. Jonathan Gaunt Has continued where he left off last season with 4 goals, Callum Hopps is proving to be a great signing. Another goal and a constant threat. The scoring was rounded off by Martin Oscroft. Although Bishop Middleham were behind they continued to play some good football and on another day, the score may have been different. Final Score East Rainton 6-1 Bishop Middleham Cross Keys. Pelaw Grange Dogs won their 3rd game in a row but had to work hard as they went 1 nil down to Witton Gilbert WMC Fc within 10 minutes but responded within 5 minutes to go 1-1 and then in around another 15 minutes to go into the half time 2-1 up. The goals coming from forwards Chris Hawkins and Neil Worley. 15 minutes into the second half subs David Carter and Peter Snowball came on for Gary Ryan and Neil Worley and they then went 3-1 up but Gilbert were not finished and came back to make it 3-2 before the final whistle. Man of the match for the Pelaw Grange Dogs was awarded to James McGee who had a good game in defence. Witton scorer David Callcutt was theirs. Referee Stephen Clifford had a good performance. After a goalless first half Framwellgate Moor WMC took a lead early in the second half against visitors Houghton Chilton Lodge, This was against the run of play after a mix up in the Chilton Lodge defence. Headed goals from Shaun Smith and Gave Tate and a beautifully flighted free-kick by Jonathan Fox turned the game in Chilton's favour as they went on to win the match comfortably.3.1

In The Fourth Division The Big Chester Le Derby Saw The Leonard’s Travel To The Cricket Club, Leonards Got Their Season Up And Running After Two Shaky Defeats.After Playing The Last 10 Or 12 Games With A 3-5-2 System Manager Hornsby Decided To Go Back To 4-4-2. The Game Was Very Even Up Until 30mins When The Cricket Club Were Awarded A Penalty, Which Seemed Very Soft. The Pen Was Scored And Leonards Were Up Against It, However 2 Mins Later Peake Scored A Great Goal To Put The Scores Level. It Was A Sweet Strike With His Weaker Foot From 25 Yards.Into The Second Half And The Game Was Still Very Close, And With Leonards Pushing For A Second Goal Scott Was Pushed In The Back And A Penalty Was Given, Peake Scored From The Spot. Leonards Did Come Under A Lot Of Pressure For The Last 20 Mins But Centre Halfs Shipley And Chad Were Top Class At The Back, But The Drama Was Still To Come. With Only Minutes Left On The Clock The Ref Gave The Cricket Club Another Spot Kick. It Was Left To Choake To Be The Hero Making A Great Save. It Was A Great Game From Two Teams Who Try To Play Football. Chester Leonard’s Thoroughly Deserved Their Win Against A Lacklustre Chester Cricket Club. Framwellgate Moor Salutation Entertained New Brancepeth Wmc .The Salutation Took An Early Lead On The Break After A Couple Of Minutes, Which Seemed To Rally New Brancepeth. They Came Out Of The Blocks After That, And Dominated Possession In The Middle Of The Park. Always Seeming To Have A Man Spare Every Time They Had Possession. They Gradually Got Ahead And With About Ten Mins To Go Till Half Time They Were 5-1 Ahead. The Salutation Pulled A Goal Back Just Before The Break. Hoping That This Would Give Them A Boost. But After Half Time It Was Back To The Norm. Countless Attacks By New Brancepeth Without Much Reply From Salutation, Other Than The Odd Half Chance From Set Pieces. In The End A Convincing Win Of 8-2 From New Brancepeth. Who Were By Far The Better Team On The Day. Langley Park Rams Head Travelled To Quarrington Hill Wmc In A Well Contested Game Between Two Evenly Matched Sides With Q Hill Having The Majority Of The Play But Unable To Make The Possession Count On A Day When Langley Park Scored With Virtually Every Chance They Had. Q Hill's Goals Coming From A Superb Chris Winter Free Kick And An Opportunist Headed Goal By Jeff Dean. Final Score Quarrington Hill 2-5 Rams Head.A Local Derby Game Contested Between Ferryhill Post Boy And Ferryhill Dynamos. Ferryhill Dynamos Missed Early Chances. The Post Boy Then Over Powered The Dynamos And Fitness Proved Vital. Post Boy Ran Out 5-0 Winners. Kelloe Davy Lamp Travelled To Fencehouses Dubmire Wmc A Good Performance From Dubmire Who Started Off Really Well And Took The Lead After 5 Mins When Maddison Was Played Through And He Coolly Placed It Past The Keeper .After 10 Mins Another Through Ball To Parkin And It Was 2 Nil .Parkin Then Added His 2nd Shortly After With A Powerful Shot From The Right Hand Side Of The Area .Jon Jordison Then Converted A Cross To Make It 4 Nil After 20 Mins .Kelloe Came Back Into The Game As Dubmire Tool Their Foot Off The Pedal .Right On Half Time Kelloe Pulled 1 Back To Make It 4-1 .2nd Half Continued With Kelloe Trying To Get Back Into The Game But Dubmire Were Always Looking Dangerous When They Got The Ball .After 60 Mins Parkin Converted His 3rd With A Neat Finish From An Elsdon Pass.5 Mins Later And Jordison Was Put Through By Elsdon And He Obliged With Another Good Finish.Kelloe Got Another Goal From A Dubmire Defenders Mistake To Make It 6-2.Parkin Converted His 4th And Then Made Way For Finch To Come On And Within 2 Mins Finch Had Scored .Finch Then Scored Another 1 On 1 To Make It 9-2 Before Elsdon Got The Goal He Had Deserved. Finch Rounded Off the Win with His 3rd Goal and Dubmire`S 11thfinal Score Dubmire Wmc FC 11 Kelloe Davy Lamp 2

Season gets off to a good start!

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SwinBurn Maddison Durham Sunday Football League Started Its 44th Season On Sunday with Half of the League Involved in the Alan Smith Memorial Trophy. The Big Game of the Day, Holders Ferryhill Wmc entertained Fellow Premiership side Chester Hilda Park. It was the Holders Ferryhill who took the lead early in the First Half, Hilda Park Fought Back, just Minutes before half-time however they levelled the scores, after Damon Ellis released Chris Duke in the box who calmly slotted past the keeper. This Made the Half Time score Ferryhill WMC 1 - 1 Hilda Park FC. Despite the first half being an evenly fought battle the second was somewhat the opposite. A brilliant right-footed strike from Shaun Williamson put Hilda Park 2-1 up after 50 minutes and from then on Hilda Park started to run the Game Further Goals from Damon Ellis and once each for Callum Turnbull and Adam Williamson to make the score 6-1. Ferryhill rarely troubled Hilda Park at the back With Minutes Remaining Ellis Grabbed His Third of the Game and Hilda Parks seventh, making the Final score 7-1 to Hilda Park. Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Travelled to Sedgefield to play the Net Park .This a very one sided game but a good workout for the Lyons and 6 goals coming from Michael Rae. The Lyons opened their account for the season after 4 minutes with a great through ball from Carl Beasley and Rae turned inside and smashed it passed the keeper (1-0).In the 17th minute the goalkeeper pulled off a great save from Keith Graydon but Rae was there to pick up the rebound to make it 2-0. Chris Mason made it 3-0 after 34 minutes when he picked the ball up from the edge of the 18 yard box and loped it over the defenders and the goalkeeper. Rae got his hat trick on 39 minutes; Warren Byrne beat two defenders and was brought down in the penalty area the referee played the advantage for Rae to score (4-0).Lyons made 5-0 just before half time with Rae hitting the ball from the edge of the penalty area after some desperate defending from Sedgefield.

Second half underway and it was just a question of how many goals would the Lyons score, Warren Byrne got his well deserved goal after 53 mins with a cross from Johnny Butler and Byrne beat the defender to head it in 6-0. Carl Beasley made it 7-0 with a great strike after Sedgefield tried to clear the ball from a corner.Rae got his 5th goal on the hour mark with a great run down the right hand side beating the defender and crossing the ball for Rae to smash it in to the net 8-0, he got his double hat trick 7 minutes later with some good work from Jason Ainsley and Rae slotted the ball past the desperate keeper 9-0.Chris Lowther wrapped it up for the Lyons in the dying minutes when Byrne was tripped in the box and Lowther gave keeper no chance from the penalty.10-0. Full credit to Sedgefield lads for keeping it going. Kelloe WMC FC eased through the 2nd round of Competition with a 5 - 0 victories over new premier league rivals Washington JFC. Chris Smith (2), Gavin Barton, Nick Gibson with the goals along with a final own goal made by Neil Charlton

Pelton Roab entertained Sedgefield Black Lion Progressing to the Next Round winning 7-1 with goals from Craig Mickle two Luke Kerry ,Paul Freeman, Ryan Drummond ,Craig Ritchie ,Craig Marron .Lumley Fc Entertained Langley Park Steelers c. It was the Steelers FC were pushed all the way but ran out 3 -1 victors. Malekpour put The Steelers one up, then Merren gave the visitors a healthy lead before the home side pulled a goal back from Corner Debutant Lumley Alex Malcolm Rose To Head Home Making The Score 2-1 going into the break. Malekpour grabbed his second as the game etched towards a close and put The Steelers into the next round. Harris was MOM for the visitors as he constantly worked a solid defensive partnership. In another all Premiership Game Brandon Bay Horse entertained Sacriston Cricket Club. This was a cracking game played by 2 good sides and in a very fair and competitive spirit. Sacriston took the lead on 4 mins when Yates intercepted a poor pass from the Brandon defender after being put under pressure from strike partner Beggs and Yates dribbled with the ball into the box where he found himself one on one with the keeper and he struck the ball into the bottom left hand corner for 1-0.The Bay Horse levelled the scores on 18 mins when a cross from the left flank got into the box and Kevin Coates put through his own goal under pressure at the far post from David Fort. The Cricketers went 2-1 ahead 5 mins later when Yates was barged into by the Brandon defender inside the box and Beggs smashed home the penalty confidently into the bottom left hand corner. Then on 29 mins Brandon squared the game at 2-2 when Andy Robson got free from his marker to head in at the bottom corner from a Brandon corner. On the stroke of half time Sacriston went ahead for a 3rd time when good play down the left hand side led to Rob Draper crossing the ball into the box where Beggs headed in at the near post to make it 3-2 to Sacriston at half time.3 mins into the 2nd half and Brandon were level again when we got caught up field losing possession and Brandon counter attacked quickly and won a free kick on the edge of Sacriston’s box 20 yards from goal.Johnson struck the free kick to the goalkeepers side of the wall and the ball bounced awkwardly over Hall in the Sacriston goal and into the net to tie the game for the 3rd time. Both sides had good chances and the game ebbed and flowed from box to box and with 10 mins to go in the match Brandon won a free kick 40 yards from goal and Kevin Coates the Cricketers Defender was sent off for a 2nd yellow. Sacriston had to play the rest of the game with 10 men. Danny O’Brien went really close when his header hit the bar from Graeme Embleton’s free kick and Beggs nearly won the game with a clever flick in the box which was well saved by the Brandon keeper after some good work by Yates.Then the game was decided in injury time when
Brandon were awarded a penalty for a foul by Danny O’Brien, and Gav Mudd who had come on as a 2nd half substitute scored from the penalty via the left hand post.Sacriston still had time for one more chance when we were awarded a free kick right on the edge of the box but Embleton’s free kick hit the wall and the game was over. Brandon winning 4-3.Newton Aycliffe entertained Pelton Fc, Aycliffe took the game to Pelton from the start, but after ten minutes a breakaway by the visitors saw Chris Lawton put them one up. Aycliffe went back onto the attack with Mark Woods equalising from a freekick. Shortly afterwards the pressure told again,and after a run from the halfway line to the six yard box by Anthony Campbell,Marr side footed in, for 2.1 at the interval. By the mid point of the second half Aycliffe had scored three more goals, from Brischuk 2 and Marr. Aycliffe made three substitutions and took their foot off the pedal, allowing goals from Jonathon Yip and Adam Barrass to bring Pelton back into the game. However a late goal from Stuart Owen completed the victory. Langley Park Wmc Entertained Sedgefield St Edmunds, It was Sedgefield started the game coming close straight from the kick off. Langley settled into the game and scored after 18min with some very good play down the right hand side from Kris Reed and finished of by Kieran coming in from the left, the game was pretty even Langley made some more good chances but on 28min Greg Coates was sent off for kicking out at a Sedgefield left back Sedgefield then got on top but Langley defended very good and got to half time 1-0 up .Second half started much like the first with Sedgefield coming at Langley but the 10 men all worked hard and still passed the ball well and created some good chances and went 2-0 up after 55minute with some good build up play from the midfield and forward John Harrison put Kieran throw and he finished off with a great finish into the top left corner. Sedgefield then pushed more bodies forward and created a couple of half chances but the 10 men all dug in and all worked hard and on 65minutes scored a 3rd with a good finish from Kris Reed, on 75 mins Langley were awarded a penalty the Sedgefield centre half who was already booked elbowed Craig Cowell the ref give the penalty but never sent the player off, John Harrison tuck the penalty and the keeper pulled off a good save the game finished 3-0 great result for Langley park well deserved.

Houghton Comrades Travelled to Gilesgate Moor Hotel , both teams started the game at a really high tempo having equal possession, but after 35mins it was gilesgate moor who took the league with a really well worked goal and a good finish from Mark Wild . 1-0 at half time. the tempo of the second half was just as good as the first with both teams playing some good football and again it was the Gilesgate Moor Hotel fc who scored and went 2-0 up with another well worked goal scored by Chris Brown The Comrades then put pressure on the Moor Hotel and finally got the goal they were looking for and it was only a matter of time before they got an equaliser as they worked really hard to get back into the game. 2-2 with 15mins to go The Hotel had to step up their spell of good possession they finally got the winner 5mins from the end with a good solo goal from Robert Cooper. To make the Final score Gilesgate Moor Hotel fc 3 Houghton Comrades fc 2. Washington Lambton Village Lost 4-0 at Burnside Wmc,Waterhouses were 6-3 winners at Sacriston Wmc .Chilton WMC were 3-2 winners Over Coxhoe Wmc,Durham Bede Lodge were 4-2 winners at West Rainton, good start to the season for Bede Lodge went into a 4 - 0 lead with goals From Dean Card, Lee Pratt, Paul Richardson And An O.G. Rainton Responded With 2 Goals In The Last 20 Minutes But Bede lodge came away with the victory. , Ushaw Moor Cricket Club were 3-2 winners at Sherburn Lambton Arms,.

Washington Victoria were 3-0 winners at Barley Mow Inn. Washington Arms got their season off to a fine start with a 2-0 away win at Houghton Mill All Stars. Mill had chances to take a first half lead but Kevin Johnston blasted over the bar from close range and a Philip Thompson volley rattled the woodwork. The deadlock was broken on fifty five minutes when an Arms free kick landed twenty yards from goal for Carlo Barrass to hammer the ball into the net. Washington doubled their lead on seventy five minutes when Danny Murray netted from a right wing cross to seal a well deserved win.
In the League Games that were Played In the Third Division, Chester Easystreet having been promoted to the third division looked to take charge of the game in the first 30 minutes but had very few shots on goal and it was a poor clearance from the Pelaw Defence that allowed the Easystreet to score on the half hour.Shortley before this Pelaw's Gary Ryan who had been hobbling after a tackle had to come off and be replaced by Chris Gosling. Strangely enough the last 15 minutes Pelaw Grange Dogs looked the better side and looked more threatening. In the second half this was the similar storey but Easystreet still looked dangerous. However a mistake in the 80th minute saw a shot by Pelaw grange Dogs FC substitute Paul Hargreaves go under the Easystreets keeper and a few minutes later substitute Chris Gosling was encouraged to chase the ball down to the corner which he won and crossed leaving Chris Hawkins to put the winner in for Pelaw Grange Dogs FC at close range.Easystreet 1-2 Pelaw Grange Dogs, Newly Promoted Witton Gilbert Wmc Entertained Bowburn Cooperage , In a tight first half Witton took the lead in the 25th minute when a great cross from Smith was headed home by Scott Embleton.

They should have extended their lead straight from the kick off in the second half when Smith hit the post and Bradley blazed the rebound over the bar. Despite making several other good opportunities they were guilty of poor finishing and suffered the consequence when Bowburn equalised. The goal had been coming to be fair and Witton were only level thanks to good saves from Bryan Potts. However the keeper did make a mistake with 15 minutes to go and gave away a needless penalty which was converted to make it 2-1 to Bowburn. Framwellgate WMC entertained East Rainton FC
In a thoroughly entertaining 12 goal thriller, with East Rainton FC showing great fight and character to come back from 5-2 down. Both teams played some attractive Football and a draw seemed a fair result. At 6-6...New Durham Wmc were 2-1 winners at Ferryhill White Horse and Pittington Travelled to Shadforth Plough and in an entertaining game shared the points in a 2-2 Draw.

In the Fourth Division Newcomers Chester Cricket Club entertained Ferryhill Dynamo’s, The Cricketers started brightly with an opening goal coming after just 5 minutes when Darren Redfearn rounded off a good team move. Ferryhill Dynamos came back and equalised after 20 minutes with a free kick from just outside the box slipping under the home goalkeeper. Chester CC finished the half strongly and took a 2-1 lead into half time when a goal mouth scramble saw Darren Redfearn score his second. Chester CC scored two more goals early in the second half through Steven Redshaw after some good work down the left, and Jonathan Haggerty who finished well from inside the box. Chester CC created a number of chances to put the game further beyond the Dynamos, with Redfearn hitting the post to deny him a hat trick. Ferryhill created some good chances late on but were unable to finish them. Final Score Cricketers 4-1 Dynamo’s.
Fencehouses Dubmire entertained Framwelgate Moor Salutation , A competitive game which saw Dubmire score early in the first half then later when they went 2-0 up from the spot.Salutaion pulled a goal back(Bussey-penalty) At halftime Dubmire were worth their 3-1 lead. Salutation had a very good second half but couldn’t score.Dubmire finish the game with a late goal which killed off a good second half display by Salutation.

Langley Park Rams Head were at Home to newcomers New Brancepeth Wmc, an entertaining start to the new season, Langley were 2-0 up within 10 mins, Tony Rutter scored and Steven Cummings scored a bullet header, New Brancepth came back into the game, making it 2-2 after 25 mins, Langley took lead again after mistake by New Brancepeths keeper, Christopher Coates scored a 6 yard screamer!!! To make it 3-2.Langley withstood the Brancepeth Pressure and were 3-2 up at half time. The second half was different story, New Brancepeth got on top all over the pitch and overran Langley and won 6-3 in end .Washington Colliery 6-0 Chester Leonard’s
a promising 1st half performance from Leonard’s came to nothing, as silly errors and decisions gifted their opponents a two goal lead at the break. And that was as good as it got for the Leonard’s with the 2nd half performance lacking fight and spark. Colliery took full advantage of some very poor Leonard’s defending.

Witton Gilbert Wmc Entertained Bowburn Cooperage In a tight first half Witton took the lead in the 25th minute when a great cross from Smith was headed home by Scott Embleton.They should have extended their lead straight from the kick off in the second half when Smith hit the post and Bradley blazed the rebound over the bar. Despite making several other good opportunities they were guilty of poor finishing and suffered the consequence when Bowburn equalised. The goal had been coming to be fair and Witton were only level thanks to good saves from Bryan Potts. However the keeper did make a mistake with 15 minutes to go and gave away a needless penalty which was converted to make it 2-1 to Bowburn.Washington Honest Boy were 7-1 Winners over Burnmoor Jks, Ferryhill Post Boy won 3-0 at Quarrington Hill Wmc and Kelloe Davy Lamp were 4-3 Home winners over Durham Garden House.