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Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 18th DecemberThe boys started the final weekend before Christmas by enjoying Leisure World to themselves for the annual festive do. All three teams, the development school and their families were welcome to attend.
Back on the field the next morning the Under 8s had Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 18th December”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 11th DecemberThe under 8s had no fixture this weekend
Our under 10s were away to St Edmunds. There they encountered a physical match , where several two footed challenges came their way which were not dealt with by the referee. Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 11th December”
Updates from St Mary’s and the Methodist Church includes listings of lots of Christmas events, services, bible readings and St Mary’s Good News articles.
We are very pleased to announce that St Mary’s will be now be open to visitors on weekdays between 9am & 4pm. All are welcome to come in to the church for a time of quiet and reflection. Continue reading “Churches Christmas Update – 9th December”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 4th DecemberLast weekend saw a win, a draw and a loss… Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 4th December”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 27th NovemberOur Under 8s were at the University taking part in a trophy event. Perhaps due to recent good form, they were put in a group including teams who had players linked to pro-clubs. This proved a big ask for the boys and they didn’t make it through the group stage.
Hopefully they learnt from the experience.
No match for the under 10s as their opponents cancelled.
This week Bergholt travelled to high-flyers Rowhedge Juniors missing their top two scorers Oscar and Theo and midfield dynamo Tommy.
For the first half of the match Bergholt gave Rowhedge a real shock. They took the game to the hosts and their tackling and passing were some of the best seen this season. With James solid in goal and the defence working their socks off, midfield and Ollie were able to get forward. Creating a number of chances, they found the ‘keeper in good form, but it was his unfortunate error that gave Bergholt a just reward. Thomas’s strike was superbly saved by the goalie but the ball came back with Thomas’s second effort squirming under the ‘keeper’s desperate grasp.
Bergholt nearly doubled their lead when Eddie (who due to our absentees was enjoying his role in central midfield), flashed the ball just past the Rowhedge post. HT 1-0.
At half-time the Bergholt manager impressed upon his players to continue doing what they had been doing in the first half but understand that Rowhedge would now attack with more players than before as they sought to get the equaliser. For the first few minutes of the half it was as the first with Bergholt repelling all attacks, but then it was Bergholt’s time to have misfortune strike as the Rowhedge striker and Aaron chased the through ball and the shot was saved by James but the ricochet then hit Aaron and bobbled in for the equaliser.
This goal then gave Rowhedge a big lift and they then added a second soon after before they then put the game beyond the tiring Bergholt with a fantastic strike which gave James no chance. Bergholt, to their credit, didn’t give up and still pushed forward when opportunity arose but then were dealt a final blow when Jameson was adjudged to have fouled the Rowhedge player just inside the box and the penalty was duly scored. FT 1-4.
The boys came off the pitch deflated as they had given their all. They had played exceptionally well and came away with a scoreline which didn’t reflect the closeness of the game. However they have nothing to be downhearted about as they did themselves proud.
Bergholt Heath player of the match: Billy Sutton – an excellent first half against a tough winger.
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 20th NovemberBefore this weekend’s fixtures we joined together with our CDYL comrades in a minute silence for Jack Atkinson who sadly passed away after playing for his Under 18 side.
The 8s and 10s play ‘uncompetitive football’ and as such we are not allowed to publish results.
The Under 12s Leapfrogged above their opponents with a fantastic win, report from their manager David.
This week Bergholt hosted Wivenhoe Tempest Reds. Pre-match it was honours even as Bergholt had been victors in a pre-season tournament whilst Tempest had got revenge in the first game of the season.
The game kicked off with Bergholt in unfamiliar territory shooting towards the goal at the road end, which they normally do in the second half but it didn’t seem to phase them too much. That said, the first ten minutes of the game saw Tempest in control and they were first on the scoresheet when a cross was glanced goal-wards and the ball went under James. Billy was able to get to clear off the line but his clearance hit the Tempest striker and bobbled in.
Bergholt didn’t let this setback cause them issue as they cleared their heads and finally got their game together as the passes flowed freely so opportunities arose, the first for Oliver whose shot flew over the bar and for Jameson who too did likewise. Oliver however did get on the scoresheet soon after when he was put through and his first attempt hit the post but he got the ball back, kept his composure and slotted the ball coolly through the ‘keeper’s legs. Bursting through the Tempest defence and picking his spot perfectly, he soon followed this up with second.
With their tails up, Bergholt kept applying the pressure, trying to make their dominance count and they extended their lead further when some excellent play put Oscar in front of goal and he made no mistake. To their credit Tempest did not give up and they made a real attempt to get back on the scoresheet before half-time; the Bergholt defence had to withstand a lot of pressure which they did very well with Aaron and Thomas, in particular, getting in some vital headed clearances from numerous corners. HT 3-1.
At half-time the Bergholt manager asked his players to ensure that they kept the two skilful and quick Tempest wingers in check and to continue to pass the ball around well as they had in the first half. These two things they did very well and, although Tempest had their chances, the defence held firm and, when breached, James made two excellent saves – one of which was particularly brave.
This gave Bergholt the confidence to pass the ball around and there was some great passing combinations with all boys showing their passing range and skills. This finally this resulted in another goal when Tommy’s through ball put Freddie clear down the wing and, despite the calls for the cross, instead smashed the ball into the roof of the net at the near post. FT 4-1.
A great game for the supporters to see as both teams looked to get the ball down, pass and play on the grass rather than just lumping it and hoping.
Bergholt Heath player of the match: James Laver – two valuable saves in the second half.
Bergholt Heath Football Development SquadBergholt Heath is keen to expand and is launching a “development squad” open to all local children. This will offer football training to children aged between 4 and 6 (before the age they are able to officially join a team and play organised football). Training will be on a Saturday morning at the Lorkin Daniel playing field starting in September 2016. The exact time will be set to avoid conflict with the existing Bergholt Heath teams also training on a Saturday morning at the Poors Field during term time. Any child entering EYFS (Reception) or Year 1 at the start of the 2016/2017 academic year will be able to join.
The focus of training sessions will be on children developing basic skills while having fun and making friends. Children will take part in a range of activities and games designed to ensure that everyone improves and enjoys themselves so they are ready to start playing games organised by the local Colchester league at Under 7 if they wish to. Boys and girls are welcome to attend training sessions. The cost is likely to be between £2 and £3 per session (payable only when they attend).
Training will be led by Gareth Minter, a teacher at Heathlands Primary School who holds FA coaching qualifications. All coaches will be DBS (CRB) checked and approved.
In order to take part in training children will need to be registered with the development squad. To register your interest in joining please email your name, the name of your child and their year group at the start of the academic year 2016/2017 to Gareth Minter at [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”]. If you have any questions please contact Gareth at this email address or speak to him at school.
More about Bergholt HeathBergholt Heath Youth Football Club is an FA charter standard club that has been running youth football in West Bergholt since 1999. Over the years, most of its young players have come from Heathlands School.
We are looking for enthusiastic coaches to assist in delivering the training sessions to the development squad. If prospective coaches do not come forward this will limit the number of children able to join the squad, so please, don’t be shy! Experience in playing and/or coaching the game would be ideal but not essential. If you are able to offer your help please contact Gareth Minter at [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”]. Please note anyone working with children will need to go through the DBS checking procedure (organised by the Club) to ensure the safety of the children attending the sessions. If there are people who wish to develop their coaching, Bergholt Heath will assist those wishing to take the FA level one coaching qualification.
Cricket Fest 2016Cricket Fest 2016 is a regular annual event from West Bergholt Cricket Club at their ground in Manor Road. Celebrating all things cricket from 6th – 10th July, the Festival features its Family Fun Day on 9th July.
Festival matches include: Continue reading “Celebrating Cricket Fest 2016”
BYG Needs You!BYG has been running for over 7 years now, growing in popularity during this time. There are currently over 100 registered members in school years 6 to 10 with each Club evening being attended by between 60 and 70 children.
Although the volunteer list has seen many people come and go over the years, it is the same core of adults that still make up both the Club evening “crew” and the management committee. However after 8 years many of this original group are now looking to step aside.
In addition to the adults, most of the Youth crew, who have come up through the membership, are of a similar age. Some have already been lost to University and over the next 18 months most of the remainder will also depart.
Without an injection of new volunteers – both adult and youth (school year 10 and above), BYG will not be viable and unfortunately will have to close its doors. It is, therefore, necessary to start planning now. By the end of this year a new core of volunteers needs to be in place
If you are interested in helping BYG in any way – ad-hoc or more formally by regular attendance at Club evenings or as a new management committee member – please contact Harry Stone on 01206 241026 or by email: [email protected].
BYG AGM 2015The Bergholt Youth Group AGM takes place next Thursday, 12th November, at the Church Hall in New Church Road. The meeting starts at 7:30pm and all members and parents are invited to attend.