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BHYFC Results 12th January and Fixtures 19th January

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 12th January

BHYFC Under 9s vs Gt Bradfords

Bergholt Heath took on Great Bradfords on what was a rather sticky Bergholt pitch following on from the U11s match against Cornard earlier.  The hosts were the brighter in the first half with some very slick passing creating a number of scoring chances for Ollie and James in particular, but found the Bradfords keeper in exceptional form. When Bradfords did attack, the Bergholt defence were able to restrict their opportunities to a minimum, the best coming when Freddie upended the attacker on the edge of the area.  However, the freekick was sent over the bar.  HT 0-0.

The second half started the better for the visitors when early on both Thomas L and a Bradfords attacker went tumbling together in the box.  After a few seconds thought, the referee awarded a penalty to Bradfords whose striker smashed the ball into the roof of the net giving Daniel no chance.  This gave Bradfords a lift and they went further in the lead when the striker broke through the Bergholt defence and coolly slotted the ball past Daniel.  To their credit Bergholt did not give up and despite being on the end of some robust challenges continued to press, but once again the Bradfords keeper stood in their way making one fine save in particular when faced with Theo in a one-on-one situation.

Despite all her best efforts, the Bradfords keeper was only beaten when Oliver beat her with a piledriver from just inside the box.  However it wasn’t enough for Bergholt and the visitors came out winners 2-1.

BHYFC Under 11s vs Cornard Dynamos Reds

The Under 11s manager, Pete Sanderson, was not available to lead his team and see his son Matthew put in a ‘man of the match’ display that saw them overcome a valiant Cornard team 2-0 with goals from Jack Tomlin and Freddie Scott-Yates.

Stanway Rovers vs BHYFC Under 15s – Open Cup Round 1

The Under 15s started the defence of the cup they won as under 14’s back in May with a short away trip to Stanway to take on fellow A league side Stanway Rovers.

Already without striker James Holden who has a knee injury that will keep him out until around the end of January, Bergholt were dealt a blow in the warm up with key midfielder Cairan pulled his abductor muscle ruling him out of the game and possibly for a  further couple of weeks.

Despite this, Bergholt started the game brightly although the pitch was making their usual short passing game difficult against a team with a much more direct style.  The first goal of the game went to the home team when a long ball forward looked like it was going to carry to the ‘keeper but held up slightly in the mud to allow the striker to get there first and coolly finish with Connor stranded. Bergholt huffed and puffed and had a few half chances to equalise, plus one clear chance that the home ‘keeper saved well, but went in at half time trailing 1-0.

The second half started with Bergholt applying more pressure and with a little more composure in front of goal they would have equalised.  Against the run of play Stanway scored a second goal when Aaron miss-controlled and lost the ball to the striker who run directly into the area before turning back to finish well.  Bergholt were shell shocked by this and for a few minutes it looked like the home team were going to walk away with the game.  However a change of positions with Sam moving into midfield, James dropping back into central defence with Jamie moving to the right side, seemed to bring new life to Bergholt and they regained the initiative.  Again chances came but were not taken.  However with 10 minutes remaining Max got free on the right and drove into the penalty area, only to be upended as he went past the ‘keeper. Penalty.  Ollie stepped up to send the ‘keeper the wrong way to bring Bergholt back into the Match.

Another switch of formation to 3 at the back saw Bergholt dominate the remainder of the game and they duly managed to equalise with just 2 minutes left when Mickey, now playing as left wing back, was put through to finish well into the bottom right hand corner of the goal. There was still time left for Stanway to launch another attack down their right but Connor in the Bergholt goal came out commandingly to claim the cross – and the striker too (who had to go off injured) – to send the match into extra time.

Extra Time

The first half of extra time was generally a one way affair with Bergholt piling on the pressure against a team who were now playing with 10 men, as their striker who was injured at the end of normal time had tried but could not continue and Stanway did not have any substitutes available.  Jamie hit the post from a corner and the Stanway defence somehow managed to stop the ball crossing the all-important line on more than one occasion.  The second half of extra time saw the striker come back on in a deeper role and, although not moving well, this helped Stanway balance the play up and it took Connor to make another save to keep the score level at 2-2 at the end of extra time.

Penalty shoot out.

Stanway took the first kick and scored, as did Ben for Bergholt. Stanway scored their second penalty, as did Luke. The home team missed their third with the ball going wide of the post, with Jamie scoring to put Bergholt into the lead.  Stanway scored their fourth but then Mickey had his kick easily saved by the home ‘keeper. Connor then saved Stanway’s fifth attempt to allow Sam the chance to win the match for Bergholt with the final kick. Unfortunately he put his shot over the bar to take the shoot out into sudden death.  The sixth taker for Stanway also put his shot over the bar and Max walked up to put his shot off the inside of the post and into the net to win the cup tie for Bergholt!

Final score AET: 2-2. Bergholt Heath won 4-3 on penalties

Bergholt Heath ‘man of the match’: after a draining couple of hours it was decided to award the whole team for an heroic effort to pull the result out of the bag, rather than an individual.

Next weeks fixtures Sunday 19th January:

  • Oyster Youth vs Under 9
  • Under 11 vs Wivenhoe Town,  KO 10am
  • Wivenhoe Youth vs Under 15
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Gardeners’ Spring & Summer Update

Recent talks

Woodland TrustThe West Bergholt Gardeners Association report that they ended 2013 with interesting talks by Sally Hepher on the Woodland Trust and Barry Kaumann-Wright on his former occupation of Wildlife Crime Officer with Essex Police.

Sally Hepher’s talk illustrated the value of the Woodland Trust in creating new woodland, restoring old woods and in particular protecting ancient woodlands from the pressure of todays road, rail and housing developments. It was becoming increasingly important to retain woodland to save endangered species and their habitats for future generations.The talk was well appreciated by the Members and it is more than likely that she will be asked to return to give a further talk on one of her varied interests.

Badger cubsBarry Kaufmann-Wright described the ongoing work aimed to protect our wildlife population from both man and machine. He talked of the protective works which had been carried out to save several species.  He referred in particular to his knowledge of both newts and badgers, the former still threatened by new developments and the latter from man and illegal baiting. In all an interesting as well as an educative talk.

2014 Spring & Summer Programme

So we embark upon a new year, full of sunshine(?) and gardening promise. It is hoped that the program for the next six months will encourage people to come along to one of our meetings and participate in our outings – you may well like to join the Association.

  • 17 February   Eddy Harris    Looking for plants in South Africa
  • 17 March    Geoff Hodge      Luscious Lawns – Lawn Care
  • 14 April     Richard Ford     Hostas
  • 19 May       PLANT SALE – all proceeds to Charity
  • 19 June     Day Trip        Waddesdon Manor
    (Includes House, Gardens and Aviary, Woodland also Shops, Restaurants & Wine Cellars).

We welcome new members and anyone that may be interested in either joining the Club or participating in our summer outing should telephone 01206 241256 or email at [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”].

Tom Souter (Publicity)

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BHYFC Results 15th December and Fixtures 9th January

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 15th December

The Under 9’s are on their mid-season break until January.

BHYFC Under 11s vs Feering Falcons Blues

A tough fixture lay ahead for the boys today.  They battled really hard in the first half with some excellent tussles going on all over the pitch.

We could have taken the lead , when Ty raced onto a clearance by Jo. With the defender breathing down his neck and the keeper racing out to him Ty was under some pressure and took the wrong option at the vital moment. We went in to half time one down when we conceded to a well converted corner by their excellent striker.

Still all to play for in the second half though.  Matt equalised after 10 minutes with a superb free kick from  the right side of the  box high into the opposite corner.  For the next 5 minutes things were looking OK and there was a feeling we could get something out the game.

But then a defensive error let Falcons retake the lead. From here it started going downhill especially at the back. There were some good periods of play by the boys near the end but Feering ran out deserved winners.

Final score:  Bergholt Heath 1 – 5 Feering Falcons Blues.

Bit of a disappointing end before the extended Christmas break. Hopefully the boys will come bouncing back in the new year.

MOM went to Harvey for another fine display.

BHYFC Under 15s vs Heybridge Swifts

Bergholt were again without a key player for this match, with Ollie Sanderson missing.  However Sam Clark was back at the centre of defence.   The match started evenly some play mainly in the centre of the pitch, however it was the visitors who took the lead when their striker was left unmarked at the far post to hit home after around 8 minutes.  Bergholt were struggling to get their passing game going and generally the final pass option seemed to be the wrong one, and were tending to stand off the visiting players a bit too much, allowing them time to pick their own passes.  With 10 minutes to go before half time Bergholt equalised when James Hirst powered his way through from the left of midfield to life his shot over the advancing ‘keeper and into the far corner for his first goal of the season.  HT 1-1.

The second half started more brightly for Bergholt and they began to get on top, with most of the early play taking place in the visitors half.  Against the run of play, it was Heybridge who took the lead again: a long ball over the top sent the striker away towards the area with the Bergholt central defender pressurising him away from a direct run through on goal.  However as they jostled each other for the ball, the Bergholt ‘keeper decided to come out and try to claim the loose ball and collided with the defender – leaving the striker to place the ball into the empty net.

Bergholt did not deserve to be behind and immediately took the game to Heybridge.  Within 5 minutes they equalised again when Luke got on the end of a lose bouncing ball on the edge of the area and managed to lob the ‘keeper first time with a right foot shot, the ball dropping into the back of the net. A superb instinctive finish.  Within a minute Bergholt almost took the lead when a misplaced clearance was picked up by Max who burst between the defenders and lifted the ball deftly over the ‘keeper – only this time the ball dropped agonisingly over the bar rather than into the net.

The remainder of the game was an open affair with both teams going for the win – which was finally taken by the visitors when their striker neatly turned Harry just outside the area and hit a first time shot into the roof of the net before Connor had time to really set himself in goal.

Final score: Bergholt Heath 2 – 3 Heybridge Swifts

Bergholt Heath man of the match: Max Booth – another all action midfield display

Next scheduled matches: Sunday 5th January 2014

  • Under 9 vs Rowhedge Juniors  KO 11am
  • Under 11 – No game
  • Stanway Rovers vs Under 15

Wishing all players,  parents and supporters of Bergholt Heath YFC a very Merry Christmas

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BHYFC Results 8th December and Fixtures 15th December

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 8th December

The Under 9’s are on their mid-season break until January.

BHYFC Under 11s vs Feering Falcons Reds

The morning did not get off to the best start with both Ben and Richard phoning in sick. It got even worse when Harvey turned up feeling unwell and then took a knock in the warm up for good measures.

This meant we had 8 and a half players to face Feering who we had succumbed to earlier in the season. Thankfully this was as bad as it got as the boys put in a terrific show. The passing and teamwork was far better today.

Straight from kick off we took the game to Falcons and numerous chances were had and missed in the first half. Ty got through twice one-on-one with the keeper but showed too much at the crucial moment.  Tom had a chance as did Fred and Alex.  One of the better ones came from Matt who whose shot passed the keeper but was kept out by the crossbar.

Finally the deadlock was broken when after a corner, Tom put home from 10 yards.  At the other end Nathan, Jonah and Jack kept the attackers at bay. Poor Harv was getting colder as time passed.

The second half was even better with the boys switching play about to move up field.  The second came from a brilliant surging run by Jack whose ball in found Ty to knock it into the net.  Tom got his second with a short range stab in to make it 3-0.

It was at this point we had to go down to 8 as Harv had to come off ill.  Tyler took his place between the sticks.  A man down but still the guys attacked and Tom finished his hat trick from another corner.  There was just time for Matt to knock in a fantastic shot into the top left corner after missing several chances to make the final score 5-0.

Well done boys a great effort considering the shortage of players.

MOM went to Tom not for his hat trick; but for going the whole of the second half without his laces coming undone.

Cornard Dynamos Blues vs BHYFC Under 15s

It was a hard fought draw today, but our boys could easily have taken all 3 points had we had better luck and finishing.

We got a perfect start when James headed on to Ben and he shrugged off a couple of defenders to get to the ball first and slot it under the keeper to put us in front.  Cornard drew level from a corner when their captain had a free header and powered it in.  They were dangerous from set pieces and after this we did get to grips with their movement and kept them at bay, but from open play Cornard didn’t create a clear chance in the first half.  We had a few efforts on goal, but hit them straight at the keeper or snatched at the shot and miscued it.  About 10 minutes before the break, Max put James through and his early shot was saved well by the keeper as he tipped it around the post.  Ollie took the corner and Jake made sure he won the header and scored from close in.  It was good to be in the lead at half time and feel confident, but we knew Cornard would be determined to turn it around in the second half.

They did attack with more purpose, but our defence (minus Sam Clark this week), were working well and reducing them to long wayward shots.  The only time they really worried us was from set pieces, with Connor tipping one shot onto the crossbar.  It was quite end-to-end and we got into some good positions in and around their area without finding the final shot.  Owen tried to find James, but could have had a shot himself and Jake failed to hit the target when 1-on-1 with the keeper.  As we were having the better of the possession I felt we could see the game out and maybe extend our lead, but a little lapse in concentration and miss control gifted possession to Cornard’s best player midway in our half.  He ran on and made space to fire right into the corner to level the scores.  We battled on though; and James, Ollie, Max and Luke all had shots that were again straight at the keeper and in the last 10 minutes we really pegged Cornard back in their half.

With around 5 minutes to go a ball into the Cornard area was clearly handled by one of their defenders, but the referee (who made some poor decisions for both sides) waved play on.  This spurred us on some more and we were all over them, eventually the chance came and Jake got clear and fired straight at the keeper again.  So it finished 2-2 which is a decent result away to last year’s champions, but after that last 15 minutes where we worked so hard it was a bit disappointing not to win. It is one of those games where me might look back and think, if only we had taken one of those chances.

Bergholt Heath ‘man of the match’: Jamie Bowden – held the makeshift defence together with a determined display.

Next weeks fixtures – Sunday 15th December (last fixtures before Christmas)

  • Under 9 – No game (mid season break)
  • Under 11 vs Feering Falcon Blues,  KO 10am
  • Under 15 vs Heybridge Swifts,  KO 10.30am
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BHYFC Results 1st December and Fixtures 8th December

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 1st December

The Under 9’s are on their mid-season break until January

Stanway Villa Greens vs BHYFC Under 11s

Once again work got in the way of another Sunday for Pete the manager so the baton was handed to Ash.  Apparently the first half was a very even affair. The guys improved during the second period.  Perhaps it took the first half to warm up from the avoidable and unnecessary delay at the beginning of the game.

Just when the away fans thought they were not going to see the bag bulge a cross in found Jack who volleyed it in GOOOAAALLL!!!

Well done boys a good win and well done Ash who keeps up his 100% record.

MOM went to Jack for a great finish

BHYFC Under 15s Vs Halstead Town

In round 2 of the league cup the Under 15’s were up against Halstead, who were relegated from the A league at the end of last season. For a change, Bergholt, started brightly and in their first attack only a last ditch tackle prevented the home team taking the lead.  However from the resulting corner, Sam headed against the far post and the rebound fell nicely for him to knee the ball into the net to put Bergholt 1-0 up with only one minute on the clock.  Halstead tried to respond but most of the play was in the visitors half with their defence and ‘keeper over worked.

Most of the Bergholt attacks were either finding the keeper, who had an excellent half making at least half a dozen crucial saves, or were put out for corners. Chances came and went with James and Sam both heading over and Owen and Max having the ball saved at their feet by the ‘keeper. Mid way through the half Bergholt extended their lead when Ollie curled a free kick towards the top corner of the goal only for the ‘keeper to yet again get across and make a superb save touching the ball onto the junction of cross bar and post. The ball bounced out to the feet of Sam who gleefully put the ball back into the net for his second of the match.  Sam then scored his third – hat trick – goal by heading in from another corner.  HT: 3-0.

The second half saw a change of ‘keeper for the visitors, and it was only two minutes old when Owen made it 4-0 following up after his initial shot was cleared off the line.  Soon after, James scored his first, heading powerfully into the net when left unmarked from a corner.  He then followed this up by scoring his second when he chipped the out rushing ‘keeper after being put through by Ollie.  Max got on  the score sheet, finishing powerfully from a cut back by Ben, James completed his hat trick with a near post finish and Owen scored his second when left alone in the box to poke home from Jake’s cross.  In the last couple of minutes Leo scored 2 further goals – one set up by an unselfish Owen who passed to him rather than try to score his own hat trick, and then tapping in from almost on the line as James hit a low ball in from the left.

Final score: Bergholt Heath 11-0 Halstead Town.

Bergholt Heath ‘man of the match’: James Holden

Next weeks fixtures Sunday 8th December:

  • Under 9 – No game
  • Under 11 vs Feering Falcon Reds,  KO 10am
  • Cornard Dynamo Blues vs Under 15
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BHYFC Results 24th November and Fixtures 1st December

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 24th November

Bures United vs BHYFC Under 9s

Bergholt played their last league match before the December break against local rivals Bures United.

Bergholt started the brighter of the two teams looking to attack at all opportunities.  Having been told to shoot whenever they got a clear sight of goal, Bergholt and in particular Theo, did this when the opportunity arose.  Although none of the shots went in they certainly drew a few “oohs!” and “aahs” from the crowd.  Unfortunately, as has the been the case so many times this season, Bergholt fell behind when a rare breach of Bergholt’s penalty box saw Bures squeeze the ball in at the far post.  HT 0-1.

The second half was a more open game as both teams looked to attack and it was the visitors who struck when Oliver wriggled clear of his marker and cracked the ball with his unfavoured right foot past the keeper.  With the score back level again it was a case of to and froing with both teams stopping each other outside of their own box before launching an attack of their own.  So with the clock ticking by it was clear that which ever team scored the next goal would win the game.

Unfortunately for Bergholt it went to Bures, when Bergholt’s nemesis this season of “the attacker bursting through at speed” got through the defence and toe-poked it home past Daniel just as he was about to be tackled.  Final score: 2-1 to Bures.

Another frustrating game for Bergholt as once again the performance and possession didn’t turn into the result that they probably on balance deserved.

Bergholt Heath player of the match: Joseph Watkins – solid defending and crucial tackles

BHYFC Under 11s:  vs Lexden Saints Blues

An entertaining game with lots of end to end football saw the visitors run out 5-2 winners.  Bergholt Heath ‘player of the match’: Harvey Wilkinson

BHYFC Under 15s vs Romford Flyers Black (Essex Cup R3)

The visitors arrived at the Poors field very early, and being a big imposing team probably won the game at that point judging by the comments made by the home players as they arrived!

The game started with Romford showing a very quick and direct style against Bergholt’s more measured approach, resulting in some early chances for the visitors that luckily were wayward.

Bergholt’s first real foray into the visitors penalty area on 7 minutes resulted in a penalty as Max was brought down by the ‘keeper as he rounded him to put the ball into the net.  Ollie calmly sent the keeper the wrong way from the spot. 1-0. Romford came back into the game, but Bergholt held their own and in fact had the better of the possession and with a little more composure could have gone further ahead.  However with just 5 minutes of the half left Sam left the pitch with an injury from a high kick and as the defence was in the process of reorganising its personnel, the Romford striker got away down the right and hit a hard cross shot to the near post which unfortunately Connor could only parry into his own net.  HT: 1-1.

The second half started with Romford in far more confident mood and they took the game to Bergholt attacking in an even more direct style.  Within a couple of minutes Bergholt found themselves 2-1 down – the result of a penalty awarded when Harry got too close to the back of the striker as he run away from goal, and tripped him up.  2-1 became 3-1 within another couple of minutes when, from a corner, a Romford player headed towards goal. Connor look destined to take it in his hands but somehow the ball ended up in the net.

By now Bergholt were looking decidedly shaky with the shape of the team disappearing and speedy visiting players cutting through a dishevelled midfield almost at will. Romford scored again when Connor got his hand to another cross shot only for the winger to get in front of Aaron to tap the ball into the empty net. The fifth came when Mickey was caught too far forward which left the right winger time and space to drive into the box and hit a powerful shot into the roof of the net. The sixth and final goal came a couple of minutes from time: after a Bergholt corner, a long ball out of the visitors defence caught the Bergholt defenders outnumbered. Jamie tried to close down the striker as he got onto the bouncing ball but just before the challenge came he hit a first time shot from just outside the area into the net with Connor stranded on his penalty spot.

Final score: Bergholt Heath 1 – 6 Romford Flyers Black

Bergholt Heath man of the match: Jamie Bowden – never gave up and tried to keep the team together..

Next weeks fixtures – Sunday 1st December:

  • Under 9 – Mid Winter Break – no games until 10/01/14
  • Stanway Villa Greens vs Under 11
  • Under 15 vs Halstead Town LCR2, KO 10.30am
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Hillhouse Wood AGM & talk on Foraging for Fruits

Fruits that can be found locally whilst foragingForaging for Fruits of the wood is the title of the illustrated talk being given by Mitchell McLean immediately after the Friends’ AGM.

HollyThe 19th Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Hillhouse Wood will be held on Wednesday 11th December 2013 at 7.30pm in the Orpen Hall, Lexden Road.   Refreshments will be served from 7.00pm.

The meeting is open to members and non-members alike.

For more details contact the Friends Hon. Secretary, M. R. Pluck on 514173.

 

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Mary and Joseph’s local journey

Posada - Mary & Joseph touring West Bergholt & Great HorkesleyWill you meet Mary and Joseph on their journey this year?

The churches in West Bergholt and Great Horkesley, as part of their Christmas preparations, are supporting Mary and Joseph on their journey around the villages.

They will be visiting the various West Bergholt Guide, Brownies, Cubs, Beavers and Rainbow packs in the lead up to the Gift and Parade service with the Uniformed organisations at 11am on Sunday 1st December.  This will take place in the West Bergholt Methodist Church, Chapel Road and all are welcome to come to this celebration service.

Mary and Joseph will also be visiting other groups/organisations that are happy to offer them hospitality. Their itinerary is still being finalised but it is already known that among others they will be visiting:-

  • Bluebell pre-school
  • Christmas tree festival at Great Horkesley
  • St. Marys for young people’s activities

Posada

This custom of the figures of Mary and Joseph going on a journey in the local community stems from Mexico where it is known as ‘Posada’.  As we welcome the figures of Mary and Joseph we are encouraged to remember those who are homeless and outcast today and to reflect on how we might offer hospitality to others this Christmas. These figures of Mary and Joseph are travelling around West Bergholt and Great Horkesley to remind us of that first Christmas journey to Bethlehem. When they arrived no room could be found for them, except in a stable, but hopefully this year they will receive a warm welcome in the groups that they visit and there will be places for them to stay.  They are keeping a diary of their travels which will be available at West Bergholt Methodist Church from their Candlelight Carol service at 6.30pm on 22nd December onwards.

If your group is interested in having a visit from Mary and Joseph and would like to welcome them please contact Andrew Wilks to arrange this (01206 242511; [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”]).

On behalf of West Bergholt Methodist Church, St Mary’s Church West Bergholt and All Saints and St John’s Churches Great Horkesley.

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BHYFC Results 17th November and Fixtures 24th November

Bergholt Heath Youth Football ClubBergholt Heath YFC – Results 17th November

Tempest vs BHYFC Under 9s

Bergholt’s first win of the season was against Tempest who were then playing in their first ever match together.  This time round Bergholt knew that they were in for a much closer game as the hosts have improved as the season progressed.

So it proved as the first half, much like last week, was even with both teams having some good possession.  Last week, Bergholt were shot-shy in the second half and so the Bergholt manager and coach asked the boys to try to change that and if they got an opportunity to then “have a crack!”.  From just outside the box, Theo did just that and his shot brushed past the post.  Despite this, and some excellent defensive work from the back three, Bergholt fell behind when Tempest broke down the right and the cross was angled such that it deceived Daniel and despite his desperate scramble to get to the ball, it sneaked in at the near post.  HT 0-1.

Needing to get an equaliser in the second half Bergholt looked to be more attacking and in particular both Ollie and Thomas H led the blues attack.  This paid off when after a scramble in the Tempest box, the ball fell to James just inside the box.  He sent a sweet left-foot curler into the corner of the net which sent the Bergholt supporters wild!
This boosted Bergholt’s confidence and Ollie burst through the Tempest defence and tested the keeper with a good effort.  But Bergholt didn’t have it all their own way and Tempest had quite some decent possession themselves.  They too came close to scoring themselves when the attacker shot across the face of the goal.  Daniel dived full length and pushed the ball round the post with an excellent save.

Not for the first time this season Bergholt were involved in a close game.  This time it ended as a draw.  FT 1-1.

Bergholt player of the match: Billy Sutton.  Super tackles and clearances.

BHYFC Under 11s vs Tempest

We met today’s opponents on the first day of the season way back in September.  Yet to this day we still await the leagues ruling as the match had to be played as a friendly.  It was good to see that Tempest had managed to keep a squad together and were starting to gel.  Our boys uncharacteristically started the first half well. There was much better passing going on with some nice interplay.  We were looking to start attacks with some through balls, they did not always come off but it was pleasing to see the boys trying to be creative.

Alex was having inspired game and a few times he broke into the box but was just too hesitant to fire off a shot. But it was from a quick throw by Al that Jonah caught the defence out and fired in the first GOOOAAALLL!

After all the good work it was a bit of a blow when our now normal defensive error allowed Tempest to equalise soon after. The guys continued to press and were soon rewarded when Jonah popped in his second GOOOAAALLL!!!

We started the second half in similar fashion with all the boys showing more composure today.  Fred was gaining ground down the right but we could not get the final ball in the box.  Things got tense soon after when a Tempest free kick popped in to equalise again.

The boys heads could have gone down at this point but they pushed on looking to retake the lead.  Eventually it came when Ty grabbed onto a defensive error and slotted it in GOOOAAALLL!!!

The game was finally made safe when on the edge of the box Jack played a nice backpass to Matt who from his trademark distance outside the area placed the ball high into the corner , GOOOAAALLL!!! of the game for me (but I’m biased).

Final score: Bergholt Heath 4-2 Tempest.

Man of the match went to Tyler who put in a good shift at the back in the first half and continued well up front in the second.

The Under 15’s had a free weekend with no match scheduled.

Next week’s fixtures Sunday 24th November:

  • Bures United vs Under 9
  • Under 11 vs Lexden Saints Blues, KO 10am
  • Under15 vs Romford Flyers (Essex Cup R3), KO 10.30am
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Open Gardens 2014 – have you a garden to be proud of?

Your village needs you - call for open gardensThe West Bergholt Gardeners Association are looking for gardeners in the village willing to take part in an Open Garden Day in June 2014.  The organizer, David Withnall, is looking for interested parties to contact him as soon as possible but preferably before March 2014.

The Association will consider all types of gardens whether big/small, formal/wild – if it is a garden you are proud of and willing to share they would be pleased consider its inclusion in the programme.

If you would like more information about the Open Garden day and how you can help, please contact David Withnall on [antibot mailto=”[email protected]”] or 07854 763977.