U10 League Match Sunday 26th Apr 2009.
Kick Off 10.15 AM.
F.C Chippenham Youth 1 Trowbridge Wanderers A 0
Two minutes from the end and Marcus Fenton lit up an otherwise uneventful match with a superb long range strike assisted by a lovely pass from Alex Bowers to take the 3 points and seal 4th place in the league for the FC Chippenham Youths.
The last match of the league season for FC Chippenham against their rivals for 4th Place was always going to be a tight affair and so it proved to be. Chances in the first half fell to Matt Kirtley after 5 minutes with a free kick just outside the area and then Marcus Fenton had a shot well parried by the Trowbridge keeper onto the post with Harry Vickers and Sam Costain just missing putting the rebound away. Some good defending by the Trowbridge number 5 against some good passing and attacking play by Kieran Fitzwater, Harry Vickers and Marcus Fenton saw the first half finish nil nil.
The second half saw some more pressure from Chippenham with Harry Vickers and Alex Bowers both getting in good positions but were frustrated by the Trowbridge keeper. With 2 minutes to go Tadgh Feerick’s long goal kick found Alex Bowers who slid the ball to Marcus Fenton in the middle of the field. Marcus took a touch and let fly with a 20 yard dipping shot that smashed in between the keepers outstretched hand and the crossbar for a superb goal.
A last ditch attack by Trowbridge was cut out by Sam Fieldhouse triggering a Chippenham counter attack and substitute Will Summers had the last kick of the game with a shot that was saved again by the Trowbridge keeper.
Sunday, 26 April 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 League Match Thursday 23rd Apr 2009.
Kick Off 6.45 PM.
Trowbridge Town A 0 F.C Chippenham Youth 0
Nil - Nil does not tell the story of a superb match played in a great spirit and with a delightful display of quality football from both teams which was a credit to the standard of the Mid Wilts Blue Division.
Both teams had chances to steal this match as the attacks ebbed and flowed but in the end a draw was a fair result. Trowbridge always looked dangerous on the attack particularly from corners but also some superb linked up passing created opportunities which they were not able to convert due to the work of Chippenham defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse who together with keeper Tadgh Feerick are holders of one of the best defensive records in the league.
There were first half chances for FC Chippenhams Harry Vickers and Sam Costain, and Trowbridge had a free kick and several corners but neither side could break through. The quality of the tackling was superb and neither team gave the other time on the ball. The last chance of the half fell to Chippenham with a free kick but the shot went just over. At half time both teams were feeling the strain of playing at such a pace under the heat of the evening sun and the spectators were looking forward to another very entertaining half.
The second half saw more pressure from Trowbridge on the Chippenham goal but they could not find a way through. One effort saw a one on one with the Chippenham keeper coming out and the shot was put just wide of the post. FC Chippenham had the best chance of the half when a pass from Kieran Fitzwater put Marcus Fenton through for a clear shot on goal which was low and on target but superbly saved by the diving Trowbridge keeper. In the 18th Minute Trowbridge had a corner which was delivered perfectly in to the Chippenham box, the Striker found the space and made a good connection with the header but it was over the crossbar. Almost in harmony the sun went in as the referee blew to call time on one of the best displays of the season and both managers should be very satisfied that their players had given everything but just couldn’t find that missing piece to separate the teams.
Kick Off 6.45 PM.
Trowbridge Town A 0 F.C Chippenham Youth 0
Nil - Nil does not tell the story of a superb match played in a great spirit and with a delightful display of quality football from both teams which was a credit to the standard of the Mid Wilts Blue Division.
Both teams had chances to steal this match as the attacks ebbed and flowed but in the end a draw was a fair result. Trowbridge always looked dangerous on the attack particularly from corners but also some superb linked up passing created opportunities which they were not able to convert due to the work of Chippenham defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse who together with keeper Tadgh Feerick are holders of one of the best defensive records in the league.
There were first half chances for FC Chippenhams Harry Vickers and Sam Costain, and Trowbridge had a free kick and several corners but neither side could break through. The quality of the tackling was superb and neither team gave the other time on the ball. The last chance of the half fell to Chippenham with a free kick but the shot went just over. At half time both teams were feeling the strain of playing at such a pace under the heat of the evening sun and the spectators were looking forward to another very entertaining half.
The second half saw more pressure from Trowbridge on the Chippenham goal but they could not find a way through. One effort saw a one on one with the Chippenham keeper coming out and the shot was put just wide of the post. FC Chippenham had the best chance of the half when a pass from Kieran Fitzwater put Marcus Fenton through for a clear shot on goal which was low and on target but superbly saved by the diving Trowbridge keeper. In the 18th Minute Trowbridge had a corner which was delivered perfectly in to the Chippenham box, the Striker found the space and made a good connection with the header but it was over the crossbar. Almost in harmony the sun went in as the referee blew to call time on one of the best displays of the season and both managers should be very satisfied that their players had given everything but just couldn’t find that missing piece to separate the teams.
Monday, 13 April 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 League Match Thursday 9th April 2009.
Kick Off 6PM.
Devizes Town 0 F.C Chippenham Youth 4
A bright but chilly Thursday evening at Devizes Town football ground was the venue for the second encounter of the season for these two teams in the Blue Division.
Devizes had some encouraging attacks right from the first whistle and Chippenham were unusually untidy at the back and lucky not to concede a goal in the first five minutes. Devizes had a free kick for a foul challenge just outside the area. It was struck well but whizzed just wide of the post and Chippenham were let off.
After 8 minutes and a little against the run of play Chippenham opened the scoring when Marcus Fenton received the ball after some good passing between Harry Vickers and Matt Kirtley in midfield. Marcus turned and immediately fired a long range shot that flew into the back of the Devizes net. Two minutes later Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick launched a goal kick into the middle of the Devizes half, Fenton trapped the ball superbly, and in one move turned and fired again with superb accuracy and stunned Devizes with another spectacular goal to make it 2 nil. Devizes aware of the threat from midfield got tighter marking but in a midfield tackle just minutes later the ball broke loose for Fenton again in the same spot and the Devizes defence could only watch inevitably as the technique was repeated and the ball flew into the back of the net for the third time. A stunning hat-trick in the space of 5 minutes put Chippenham into a commanding 3 nil lead which they took to half time.
At the break substitutes Alex Bowers and Toby Ferguson came on. Chippenham despite players in some unfamiliar positions did play most of the second period in the Devizes half although Devizes made some quick breaks and Sam Fieldhouse in the Chippenham defence did very well to block these. Devizes had a couple of free kicks in dangerous positions but were unable to convert, including a goal line scramble that was scooped away by Feerick who got injured in the process. Shortly afterwards in what was an untidy half Kieran Fitzwater received a good ball from Toby Ferguson, skipped past a defender and drove the ball into the bottom right of the Devizes goal. Will Ferguson then replaced Will Summers to make his debut in the league and took up position in defence where he immediately found himself in the middle of the action. Chippenham then lost 2 players in quick succession when Matt Kirtley and Kieran Fitzwater both got winded in separate incidents. Devizes sensed an opportunity and made one last push to get a goal and the pressure created a goal mouth scramble which was scooped out by Chippenham keeper Feerick who himself got injured in the mix.
A last minute free kick on the edge of the Chippenham box gave Devizes a great chance. After careful setup for the kick and with the Chippenham box and goal line full of Devizes players the strike was good and on target but was pushed over by Chippenham keeper Feerick. The resulting corner went out for a goal kick and that signalled the end of the match with FC Chippenham earning a valuable 3 points.
Kick Off 6PM.
Devizes Town 0 F.C Chippenham Youth 4
A bright but chilly Thursday evening at Devizes Town football ground was the venue for the second encounter of the season for these two teams in the Blue Division.
Devizes had some encouraging attacks right from the first whistle and Chippenham were unusually untidy at the back and lucky not to concede a goal in the first five minutes. Devizes had a free kick for a foul challenge just outside the area. It was struck well but whizzed just wide of the post and Chippenham were let off.
After 8 minutes and a little against the run of play Chippenham opened the scoring when Marcus Fenton received the ball after some good passing between Harry Vickers and Matt Kirtley in midfield. Marcus turned and immediately fired a long range shot that flew into the back of the Devizes net. Two minutes later Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick launched a goal kick into the middle of the Devizes half, Fenton trapped the ball superbly, and in one move turned and fired again with superb accuracy and stunned Devizes with another spectacular goal to make it 2 nil. Devizes aware of the threat from midfield got tighter marking but in a midfield tackle just minutes later the ball broke loose for Fenton again in the same spot and the Devizes defence could only watch inevitably as the technique was repeated and the ball flew into the back of the net for the third time. A stunning hat-trick in the space of 5 minutes put Chippenham into a commanding 3 nil lead which they took to half time.
At the break substitutes Alex Bowers and Toby Ferguson came on. Chippenham despite players in some unfamiliar positions did play most of the second period in the Devizes half although Devizes made some quick breaks and Sam Fieldhouse in the Chippenham defence did very well to block these. Devizes had a couple of free kicks in dangerous positions but were unable to convert, including a goal line scramble that was scooped away by Feerick who got injured in the process. Shortly afterwards in what was an untidy half Kieran Fitzwater received a good ball from Toby Ferguson, skipped past a defender and drove the ball into the bottom right of the Devizes goal. Will Ferguson then replaced Will Summers to make his debut in the league and took up position in defence where he immediately found himself in the middle of the action. Chippenham then lost 2 players in quick succession when Matt Kirtley and Kieran Fitzwater both got winded in separate incidents. Devizes sensed an opportunity and made one last push to get a goal and the pressure created a goal mouth scramble which was scooped out by Chippenham keeper Feerick who himself got injured in the mix.
A last minute free kick on the edge of the Chippenham box gave Devizes a great chance. After careful setup for the kick and with the Chippenham box and goal line full of Devizes players the strike was good and on target but was pushed over by Chippenham keeper Feerick. The resulting corner went out for a goal kick and that signalled the end of the match with FC Chippenham earning a valuable 3 points.
Sunday, 29 March 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 Cup Semi Final Match 29th March 2009.
Venue: Leafy Lane, Corsham
F.C Chippenham Youth 1 Marshfield Juniors 0
A perfect Sunday morning for football at Leafy Lane greeted FC Chippenham Youth and Marshfield Juniors with great anticipation for a very exciting game. With no history between these 2 sides neither team was sure of how this game would unfold.
FC Chippenham made a nervous start and Marshfield showed very quickly that they were an attacking side not afraid to commit plenty of players forward. Some early pressure was soaked up by the Youths and they looked to be settling into a rhythm when after 7 minutes disaster struck. A high ball lobbed into the Chippenham box bounced and as the defender tried to get control it struck his hand – Penalty to Marshfield. Chippenham hearts sank as the ball was placed for the spot kick. The sizeable crowd lining the sides held their breath as the striker confidently took his run up and smartly struck a well placed shot towards the bottom corner. FC Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick was equally confident and dived to save it superbly with the rebound surprising the on looking players who were thrown into a fierce scramble to get the loose ball and with great determination defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse cleared the danger.
Having survived the scare the Youths were sparked into action and suddenly it was all Chippenham. The pressure was now piled on Marshfield who were happy to concede corner after corner. Marcus Fenton had a header just over the bar and Will Summers had a shot bravely stopped by the Marshfield keeper. Despite these chances amazingly the half finished all square.
In the second half Chippenham looked the more inventive side. Alex Bowers came on for Will Summers and Toby Ferguson replaced Harry Vickers. Kieran Fitzwater was running the midfield for Chippenham, one minute making a tackle in defence the next making an attacking run. 8 minutes into the second half and a Chippenham attack down the left side was blocked. The ball was laid back to Marcus Fenton just beyond the centre spot, he had space and took a touch before letting go a screaming shot which took a very slight deflection into the top corner for a superb goal, the deadlock was broken.
Marshfield were stunned and in the next 5 minutes Chippenham created chances where they could have had 2 more, the best of which fell to Alex Bowers but the finish went just over the cross bar. With 5 minutes to go Marshfield were not going to give up easily and had some determined attacks on the Chippenham goal the best was a clear shot on goal from inside the box but was smartly dived on and held by Tadgh. With 2 minutes to go Marshfield won a free kick just outside the area to give them one last chance – the shot was struck superbly and was possibly going just wide of the left post but was pushed out by the keepers hand for safety. Again Marshfield committed forward for the corner which was cleared by Chippenham and the passing move forward set up Toby Ferguson for a one on one with the Marshfield keeper but the finish was just wide of the post and that was to be the last chance of the game. The final whistle blew and Chippenham Youth celebrated being through to the final. Marshfield who had put up such a Valliant effort were out.
Venue: Leafy Lane, Corsham
F.C Chippenham Youth 1 Marshfield Juniors 0
A perfect Sunday morning for football at Leafy Lane greeted FC Chippenham Youth and Marshfield Juniors with great anticipation for a very exciting game. With no history between these 2 sides neither team was sure of how this game would unfold.
FC Chippenham made a nervous start and Marshfield showed very quickly that they were an attacking side not afraid to commit plenty of players forward. Some early pressure was soaked up by the Youths and they looked to be settling into a rhythm when after 7 minutes disaster struck. A high ball lobbed into the Chippenham box bounced and as the defender tried to get control it struck his hand – Penalty to Marshfield. Chippenham hearts sank as the ball was placed for the spot kick. The sizeable crowd lining the sides held their breath as the striker confidently took his run up and smartly struck a well placed shot towards the bottom corner. FC Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick was equally confident and dived to save it superbly with the rebound surprising the on looking players who were thrown into a fierce scramble to get the loose ball and with great determination defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse cleared the danger.
Having survived the scare the Youths were sparked into action and suddenly it was all Chippenham. The pressure was now piled on Marshfield who were happy to concede corner after corner. Marcus Fenton had a header just over the bar and Will Summers had a shot bravely stopped by the Marshfield keeper. Despite these chances amazingly the half finished all square.
In the second half Chippenham looked the more inventive side. Alex Bowers came on for Will Summers and Toby Ferguson replaced Harry Vickers. Kieran Fitzwater was running the midfield for Chippenham, one minute making a tackle in defence the next making an attacking run. 8 minutes into the second half and a Chippenham attack down the left side was blocked. The ball was laid back to Marcus Fenton just beyond the centre spot, he had space and took a touch before letting go a screaming shot which took a very slight deflection into the top corner for a superb goal, the deadlock was broken.
Marshfield were stunned and in the next 5 minutes Chippenham created chances where they could have had 2 more, the best of which fell to Alex Bowers but the finish went just over the cross bar. With 5 minutes to go Marshfield were not going to give up easily and had some determined attacks on the Chippenham goal the best was a clear shot on goal from inside the box but was smartly dived on and held by Tadgh. With 2 minutes to go Marshfield won a free kick just outside the area to give them one last chance – the shot was struck superbly and was possibly going just wide of the left post but was pushed out by the keepers hand for safety. Again Marshfield committed forward for the corner which was cleared by Chippenham and the passing move forward set up Toby Ferguson for a one on one with the Marshfield keeper but the finish was just wide of the post and that was to be the last chance of the game. The final whistle blew and Chippenham Youth celebrated being through to the final. Marshfield who had put up such a Valliant effort were out.
Tuesday, 24 March 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 Blue League Match 22nd March 2009.
F.C Chippenham Youth 2 Larkhall Athletic Falcons 1
A fine FC Chippenham performance saw them dominate against a plucky Larkhall side on a sunny Sunday morning at Stanley Park.
FC Chippenham started brightly and played some quality football. The early exchanges saw FC Chippenham force several corners, the most notable of which saw Kieron Fitzwalter play a short ball for Matt Kirtley whose drive bounced off several Larkhall defenders before being scrambled clear.
Although mainly on the back foot, Larkhall always looked dangerous and produced several decent passing moves of their own. Midway through the 1st half and somewhat against the run of play, Larkhall created a quick counter attack and swept the ball accross the Chippenham box to find a man over whose initial shot was superbly saved by Tadgh Feerick but the Larkhall attacker followed up well to put Larkhall into the lead.
FC Chippenham responded to this setback with great character and continued to enjoy the bulk of possession before finally, just before half time, they got their reward. Marcus Fenton chipped a well balanced ball into the Larkhall box and Harry Vickers reacted quickest turning quickly to volley the ball into the roof of the Larkhall net.
FC Chippenham started the 2nd half determined to dominate and they did, restricting Larkhall to a few unsuccessful forays into their half. From a Chippenham perspective, the pleasing aspect was that we kept excellent shape throughout the game and the midfield of Kieron Fitzwalter, Marcus Fenton and Sam Costain were dominant throughout, winning the ball and creating numerous moves. Defensively, anything the midfield missed was comfortably mopped up by Sam Fieldhouse and Matt Kirtley at the back. Subs Toby Ferguson and Alex Bowers also made appearances and contributed.
The deciding goal came from a FC Chippenham corner. Harry Vickers forced a defensive error and from the resulting corner Kieron Fitzwalter delivered an excellent ball into the box which was attacked for Marcus Fenton to drive firmly home from close range.
FC Chippenham are now looking forward to their Cup semi-final next week after a thoroughly deserved win.
F.C Chippenham Youth 2 Larkhall Athletic Falcons 1
A fine FC Chippenham performance saw them dominate against a plucky Larkhall side on a sunny Sunday morning at Stanley Park.
FC Chippenham started brightly and played some quality football. The early exchanges saw FC Chippenham force several corners, the most notable of which saw Kieron Fitzwalter play a short ball for Matt Kirtley whose drive bounced off several Larkhall defenders before being scrambled clear.
Although mainly on the back foot, Larkhall always looked dangerous and produced several decent passing moves of their own. Midway through the 1st half and somewhat against the run of play, Larkhall created a quick counter attack and swept the ball accross the Chippenham box to find a man over whose initial shot was superbly saved by Tadgh Feerick but the Larkhall attacker followed up well to put Larkhall into the lead.
FC Chippenham responded to this setback with great character and continued to enjoy the bulk of possession before finally, just before half time, they got their reward. Marcus Fenton chipped a well balanced ball into the Larkhall box and Harry Vickers reacted quickest turning quickly to volley the ball into the roof of the Larkhall net.
FC Chippenham started the 2nd half determined to dominate and they did, restricting Larkhall to a few unsuccessful forays into their half. From a Chippenham perspective, the pleasing aspect was that we kept excellent shape throughout the game and the midfield of Kieron Fitzwalter, Marcus Fenton and Sam Costain were dominant throughout, winning the ball and creating numerous moves. Defensively, anything the midfield missed was comfortably mopped up by Sam Fieldhouse and Matt Kirtley at the back. Subs Toby Ferguson and Alex Bowers also made appearances and contributed.
The deciding goal came from a FC Chippenham corner. Harry Vickers forced a defensive error and from the resulting corner Kieron Fitzwalter delivered an excellent ball into the box which was attacked for Marcus Fenton to drive firmly home from close range.
FC Chippenham are now looking forward to their Cup semi-final next week after a thoroughly deserved win.
Sunday, 15 March 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 League Match 15th March 2009.
F.C Chippenham Youth 0 Warminster Highbury A 2
FC Chippenham put up a very brave effort against the league leaders but a last gasp effort to equalise didn’t pay off and a lightning quick break saw Warminster make it 2 nil with the last kick of the game.
Chippenham Youth soaked up a lot of pressure in the first 10 minutes and looked to be settling down when a careless hand ball from Will Summers gave Warminster a penalty. The spot kick was driven low and hard but was superbly stopped by the firm hand of Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick and the resulting rebound went out for a throw in.
The Youths were rallied by this and then had their best spell of the match the best opportunity falling to Matthew Kirtley who had a shot just over the crossbar. On the 18th Minute Warminster drove in a corner from the right hand side and a fine header put them 1 nil up.
In the second half the match ebbed and flowed with Warminster always looking threatening and putting the Chippenham defence under a lot of pressure. Despite the rare heat of the morning and tiring legs Chippenham defended well with Will Summers making some fine tackles. A long goal kick put Harry Vickers into a fine attacking position on the edge of the Warminster box, he turned the defender well but had his shot charged down for a last minute corner. FC Chippenham pushed everyone up in an all or nothing effort to try and save the game. The corner burst into the box but was scrambled away by Warminster who made a rapid counter attack down the right wing and with 2 men over in the Chippenham box the second goal was a simple tap in for the last kick of the game.
In the end Warminster were worthy winners but Chippenham were so unlucky not to have salvaged the draw.
F.C Chippenham Youth 0 Warminster Highbury A 2
FC Chippenham put up a very brave effort against the league leaders but a last gasp effort to equalise didn’t pay off and a lightning quick break saw Warminster make it 2 nil with the last kick of the game.
Chippenham Youth soaked up a lot of pressure in the first 10 minutes and looked to be settling down when a careless hand ball from Will Summers gave Warminster a penalty. The spot kick was driven low and hard but was superbly stopped by the firm hand of Chippenham keeper Tadgh Feerick and the resulting rebound went out for a throw in.
The Youths were rallied by this and then had their best spell of the match the best opportunity falling to Matthew Kirtley who had a shot just over the crossbar. On the 18th Minute Warminster drove in a corner from the right hand side and a fine header put them 1 nil up.
In the second half the match ebbed and flowed with Warminster always looking threatening and putting the Chippenham defence under a lot of pressure. Despite the rare heat of the morning and tiring legs Chippenham defended well with Will Summers making some fine tackles. A long goal kick put Harry Vickers into a fine attacking position on the edge of the Warminster box, he turned the defender well but had his shot charged down for a last minute corner. FC Chippenham pushed everyone up in an all or nothing effort to try and save the game. The corner burst into the box but was scrambled away by Warminster who made a rapid counter attack down the right wing and with 2 men over in the Chippenham box the second goal was a simple tap in for the last kick of the game.
In the end Warminster were worthy winners but Chippenham were so unlucky not to have salvaged the draw.
Sunday, 8 March 2009
U10 Match Report
U10 League Match 8th March 2009.
F.C Chippenham 2 Westbury 0
FC Chippenham bounced back from last weeks defeat to put in a very good team performance against Westbury with a convincing 2 nil win.
Some fine passing and moving created chances right from the kick off with a shot in the first minute bringing a save out of the Westbury keeper and moments later Harry Vickers hit the post. 8 minutes on the clock and Kieran Fitzwater found the net from a fine layback by Marcus Fenton.
In midfield Sam Costain worked very hard to win the ball and created many chances with some great passes into the box and was rewarded just before half time squaring the ball to Marcus Fenton in space just out side the box who shot into the bottom corner of Westbury’s goal to make it 2 nil.
In the second half Westbury looked very dangerous on the break and put some pressure on the Chippenham goal but FC Chippenham were also dangerous on the counter attack and were unlucky not to have 2 or 3 more goals in the second half. New signings Toby and Will Ferguson came on to make their home debuts both putting in solid performances to keep the game under control. The Chippenham defence of keeper Tadgh Feerick and defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse (replaced by Will Summers in the second half) worked hard for yet another clean sheet. Overall a very high quality game was enjoyed by all with Chippenham deserving the win.
F.C Chippenham 2 Westbury 0
FC Chippenham bounced back from last weeks defeat to put in a very good team performance against Westbury with a convincing 2 nil win.
Some fine passing and moving created chances right from the kick off with a shot in the first minute bringing a save out of the Westbury keeper and moments later Harry Vickers hit the post. 8 minutes on the clock and Kieran Fitzwater found the net from a fine layback by Marcus Fenton.
In midfield Sam Costain worked very hard to win the ball and created many chances with some great passes into the box and was rewarded just before half time squaring the ball to Marcus Fenton in space just out side the box who shot into the bottom corner of Westbury’s goal to make it 2 nil.
In the second half Westbury looked very dangerous on the break and put some pressure on the Chippenham goal but FC Chippenham were also dangerous on the counter attack and were unlucky not to have 2 or 3 more goals in the second half. New signings Toby and Will Ferguson came on to make their home debuts both putting in solid performances to keep the game under control. The Chippenham defence of keeper Tadgh Feerick and defenders Matt Kirtley and Sam Fieldhouse (replaced by Will Summers in the second half) worked hard for yet another clean sheet. Overall a very high quality game was enjoyed by all with Chippenham deserving the win.
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