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FANTASY FOOTBALL 2010/2011
IT'S BACK - Fantasy football is back. Get your thinking caps on a come up with your dream team. £5 entry fee which will be split between the top 3. The aim this year is to dislodge reigning champion "Stato" from his perch. Go to the fantasy football page for more info.
ROVERS STEAL FAIRBAIRN FROM LOCAL RIVALS
Manager Tom Price is rubbing his hands with glee after signing young left winger Jack Fairbairn from local rivals Falcons FC. Price said " I am glad to finally get my man. We have been working behind the scenes for months trying to tie up the deal and I am happy it is done. Price went on to say that he has got Jack at a young age and will be able to get the best from him in years to come playing him in his natural position as a left winger. Price also commented that his rebuilding had only just begun and there would be a few more new faces through the door before the big kick off.
PRE SEASON TRAINING
Pre season training will commence on Tuesday 6th July. Meet at 6.15 at Balcarass School, we will be training on the top pitch. Bring plenty of water. Any new comers are more than welcome. Ask for Tom Price, Rich Berry or Dex Walker for more information. There will also be training on Saturday mornings at Balcarass 10.00 till 12.00. Both these sessions will run until the end of August.
SECOND TEAM PROMOTED TO DIVISION 3
At th Cheltenham AGM on 09/06/2010 it was officially announced that Charlton Rovers Res. were promoted to Division 3. It meant the late winner in the last game of the season against rivals Falcons not only sent Rovers up but condemed Falcons to Division 4 for another season. A draw would have seen Falcons go up but not Rovers. So thanks and well done to all the players who helped achieve this for the reserves.
AWARD WINNERS
Well done to all teams this season and good luck for the coming season. Next year will be Rovers year. Congratulations to all award winners and you never know next season it might be you!!!!!
MANAGERS PLAYER
First Team - Jimmy Callinan
Second Team - Liam Beames
Third Team - Peter Oates
PLAYERS PLAYER
First Team - Jon Adams & Pat Daly
Second Team - Steve Rogers
Third Team - Dave Kane
MOST IMPROVED
First Team - Sam Johnson
Second Team - Charlie Homer
Third Team - Paul Haslett
AWARDS CEREMONY
The annual awards ceremony will be held at Pittville Pump Room on Sunday 6th June starting at 6.30pm. There is a bar on site and a Cheltenham Town star will be handing out the awards. Will be good to get everyone together, so see you there.
FANTASY FOOTBALL
The Premier League came to a close on Sunday in great fashion and this also brought an end to our Fantasy Football League. Congratulations to Alistair Kirby (a.k.a Stato) who won it for the second year on the trott and scooped the top prize of an amazing £35 with a score of 617 points. Second place went to Rich Adams on 600 points and he took £20. Third place went to the roulette champion Pete Hambling with 587 points and he takes home £10. Well done lads I look forward to next season.
IT'S ALL OVER
The season finally came to an end last night as The Second Team took on local rivals Falcons in the battle for fourth. Rovers again ran out 2 - 1 winners to make it 4 victories out of 4 over our rivals. Rovers came back from 1 - 0 down to win it 2 - 1 thanks to a penalty from Brad Hiscoke and the winner came from top goalscorer Matt Courtney-Smith. The Third Team finished thier campaign on Saturday with a 3 - 1 defeat to W.M.K. The Under 18's finished their season on a high running out 2 - 0 winners aginst Forest Green Rovers. Well done to all teams and enjoy the break.
A WIN & A THRILLER
The First Team finished their season with a 12 goal thriller at Balcarass "square nets". Rovers took on Dowty Dynamos and played as good as they have all season. Mike McCarthy enjoyed his new found position of wide left and scored himself a "Perfect" hat-trick. Pat Daly also bagged himself a brace from midfield, but Rovers failed to win and lost 7 - 5. Manager Tom Price said "with a patched up team we played really well, fair play to the lads for giving 100% to the final whistle. We will learn from this season and come back stronger next. Roll on Brighton". The Second Team kept up their push for fourth with a 3 - 0 win over Finlay FC. A brace from Charlie Homer and a penalty from Brad Hiscoke sealed the victory with 2 games left.
2 OUT OF 2
The Second Team took on local rivals Falcons on Thursday night at The Beeches. Rovers running out 2- 1 winners in a close encounter. Goals from Dan Short and Tom Barton sealed the victory as Rovers keep up their push for fourth. On Saturday The Third Team took on Belmore Res. and won 2 - 1 with goals from Jack Thompsett and Nick Bevan.
NO VICTORIES
The First Team lost away at Cinderford 4 - 2 on Saturday and 6 - 2 away at Northway on Tuesday night. Having only 11 players each time and patching the team up manager Tom Price said " It has been a long season, we have had problems from no goalkeeper to injuries, we have stuck together and all the lads will be looking forward to the break. I am looking forward to next season to see how everyone reacts. The Second Team lost away at second place C & G 5 - 0 on Saturday and drew 2 - 2 at Kings on Tuesday. Both times being down to the bare bones. Next up Falcons in the local derby Thursday night. The Third Team lost against Rovers old third team Montpellier 9 - 0 on Saturday. The Under 18's recorded their second win on the trot beating Bishops Cleeve 2 - 0, thanks to goals from Joe Ashton and Greg Rae.
MID-WEEK VICTORY
The Second Team travelled to Apperley & Tewkesbury Res. for their second of many mid-week games and came away with all 3 points. Rovers did not start to brightly and lost top gaolscorer Matt Courtney-Smith after 25 mins through injury. Going into the break Rovers were trailing 1 - 0. An inspired team talk did the trick and Rovers ran out 2 - 1 winners thanks to a brace from captain Steve Rogers, this win keeps Rovers push for fourth on track.
MARCH PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Rich Cox, Jim Callinan, Pat Daly
SECOND TEAM - Rich Hartley
THIRD TEAM - James Mirkovic
JUST A POINT
The Second Team were the only ones to gain anything this weekend. They were away at second placed Hanley Swan and were unlucky not to take 3 points home with them after Hanley scored with the last kick of the game to make it 2 - 2, this could turn out to be a vital point in their quest for fourth spot. The First Team were involved in an eight goal thriller away at Northleach Town. A brace from Tom Herbert and one for Pat Daly as the game finished 5 - 3 to Northleach. The Third Team were at home to AC Olympia Res. but lost 5 - 3. Good luck mid-week and next Saturday boys.
DROUGHT GOES ON
The First Team have now gone the whole of March without a victory. Losing at home 4 - 3 to Northleach Town condemned Rovers to their fourth straight defeat and leaves them second from bottom in Division 2. The Second Team were unlucky to lose to Hanley Swan 3 - 2. The First Team travel to Cinderford on Thursday night looking for a win and on Saturday the Second Team take on local rivals Falcons. Meanwhile the Under 18's have reached the League Plate Final, beating Bishops Cleeve 4 - 0 in the semi-final they will now take on Southside in the Final. Well done lads
NO VICTORIES AGAIN
The First Team were at home to Cinderford Town Res. and lost the game 3 - 2, a brace from Tom Herbert caused a tight finish. The Second Team lost at home to Southside 3 - 0 and The Third Team were unlucky to lose 3 - 2 away at Winchcombe. Better luck next weekend to all teams.
NON WINNING WEEKEND
The First Team lost at home to Bredon Res. 2 - 1. With Rovers in control and going into the break at 1 - 1, They failed to appear in the second half with the same display, chances were created but they were not taken. The Second Team were at home to table toppers Upton Town. Rovers were down to the bare 11 but with 10 mins to go were 2 - 1 up thanks to a brace from Matt Hartley. Then captain Steve Rogers got injured and had to solider on and effectively down to 10 men Rovers were punished and ended up losing 3 - 2. The Third Team's run of 3 wins on the trot was abruptley ended losing 6 - 1 away to Priors FC. Heads up and better luck next weekend teams.
3 OUT OF 3
The Third Team made it a record breaking 3 wins out of 3 after beating Cheltenham Saracens IV 5 - 3 at The Beeches thanks to goals from Tom Collinson, Peter Oates, Jak Thompsett, Rob McGeever and an own goal. The First Team travelled to table toppers Real Whaddon looking to upset the apple cart. Things started well for Rovers going 1 - 0 up thanks to a Pete Hambling lob. Whaddon soon equalised, then a Tom Barton cross was headed in at the back post by Pat Daly. Whaddon equalised and then the cruel blow happened two freak own goals a minute before half time put Whaddon 4 - 2 up. Rovers worked tirelessly and created several chances but to no avial. Then whaddon made it 5 and captain Mark Herbert un-impressed with the refs decision got his marching orders for telling him what he thought. The Second Team were away at Star III looking to avenge an early season defeat and they did running out 2 - 1 winners with goals from Josh Gadsby and Martyn Beards.
FEBRUARY PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Sam Johnson
SECOND TEAM - Charlie Homer
THIRD TEAM - Chris Sparks
RIVALS RUINED
It was another all winning weekend as 2 out of 3 teams took to the field. Rovers First Team took on local rivals Falcons and were hoping to add to there away victory earlier in the season. The game was played in good spirit and Rovers ran out easy 2 - 0 winners. Goals from Mike McCarthy and captain Mark Herbert were witnessed by the biggest crowd of the season at Balcarass "Square Nets". Chants of "Can't we play you every week" are still ringing in the fields. Manager Tom Price said " It is always great to beat your rivals and we played very well again today and deserved the win. It was close at times but we stayed strong and battled for each other. 6 points taken of our rivals is always good in any season and not conceeding in both games was brilliant". Round 2 over at The Beeches saw Charlton Rovers Second Team and Falcons Res Team not make it out of the changing room as the game was postponed due to a heavy rain fall. The Third Team travelled to Northleach Res looking to build on last weeks victory and for the first time this season managed back to back victories, running out 4 - 2 winners.
WINNING WEEKEND
With only The First Team in action Charlton Rovers managed an all winning weekend for the first time this season. Rovers travelled to Gala Wilton and came away with all 3 points, thanks to a brace from Tom Herbert. This game saw many first's, the return of the Price brothers, Joe back in the heart of the defence and Tom back in the managerial hot seat. A first win for 2010 and a clean sheet as well as the introduction of Rich "pinky & perky" Cox in the sticks. Rovers played well and put themselves in good stead ahead of the local derby at home to Falcons next week and round 2 will take place at The Beeches where Rovers Reserves take on Falcons Reserves at the same time. Good luck to all teams for the up and coming games.
STOP START TO 2010
So far 2010 has been a stop start in the terms of actually playing football. The First Team have played 2 games. Losing both to the teams lying in 2nd & 3rd in the league. Rovers did not go down without a fight and gave a good account of themselves. The Second Team have managed 3 games, winning and losing one in the league and going out of the cup on penalties thanks to a certain individual. The Third Team have also managed to play 3 league games losing 2 and winning 1. This weekend looks like it could be a "white out" aswell, but fingers crossed we will get some action.
JANUARY PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Keith Hall
SECOND TEAM - Matt Hill
THIRD TEAM - Paul Haslett
FINGERS CROSSED
It looks like we may at last get a weekend of football. With no teams playing since December 5th it will have been 7 weeks off. The First Team are at home to high flying Broadway United, The Second Team are away at Apperley & Tewkesbury Dynamos and The Third Team take on AC Olympia Reserves at The Beeches. Good luck to all teams.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
NOVEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Jon Adams
SECOND TEAM - Rich "chud" Hartley
THIRD TEAM - Dan Aslan
CUP RUN OVER, BUT BIG WIN AT LAST
The First and Second Teams were both at home in the County Cup. The First Team lost to Stroud Division 1 leaders Whitminster and the Second Team lost to Cheltenham Division 3 leaders FC Barometrics Res. But the result of the day came as the Third Team smashed 7 (seven) past Belmore Res. When manager Matt Chilvers was asked what was different about todays performance his reply was "My boys learnt how to score and how to enjoy a game".
NON WINNING WEEKEND
The First Team lost away at Bredon 6 - 4 in an entertaining game, the weather did not help either side and in diabolical conditions Rovers suffered against the wind, rain and slope in the second half to let a 3 - 2 half time lead slip away. The Second Team were away at fellow title challengers Upton Town and lost to a late goal 1 - 0. The Third Team were at home to Priors and after being down to 10 men within 10 minutes it was always going to be a struggle and they eventually lost the game 6 - 0. Better luck next weekend teams.
COUNTY CUP DRAWS
In the Junior Cup third round the First Team have been drawn at home against Stroud Division 1 side Whitminster. The match will be played at Balcarass on Saturday 5 December 2009 with a 2pm kick off.
TO VIEW THE FULL JUNIOR CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
The Second Team triumphant after defeating Beeches (THE) in the second round of the Intermediate Cup have been drawn at home and will take on FC Barometrics Res. in the third round on Saturday 5 December 2009 with a 2pm kick off.
TO VIEW THE FULL INTERMEDIATE CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
OCTOBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Jon Adams
SECOND TEAM - Steve Rogers
THIRD TEAM - James Coulthard
ALL WINNING WEEKEND
For the first time this season all 3 senior sides managed victory on the same day. The First Team took on fellow Division 2 side Cinderford Town Res. at home in the second round of Junior County Cup. Rovers won the game 5 - 3 thanks to a brace each from Pete Hambling and Tom Barton and a 26 yard left footed screamer from Jonny "Jdubs" Williams. Tom Herbert also enjoyed some of the action between the sticks saving a penalty and then being booked for diving to early. The Second Team were at home in the second round of the Intermediate County Cup and they won comfortably against Cirencester Division 1 side Beeches (THE). Running out 5 - 0 winners thanks to two from Tom Green, a screamer from Matt Courtney-Smith, and one each for Rich Hartley and Charlie Homer. The Third Team got their first victory of the season beating Northleach Res 2 - 1 thanks to goals from manager Matt Chilvers and one from Alex Wade to round of the all winning weekend.
ON TOP
The Second Team moved back to the top of Division 4 with a comfortable 3 - 0 win at home to Kings Res. Goals From Brad Hiscoke, Pat Daly and Caz Lonergan sealed the victory for stand in manager Steve Rogers. The First Team were unlucky though drawing 1 - 1 at home to second placed Gala Wilton Res. Rovers played their best football of the season in the first half and were leading 1 - 0 at the break although it should have been about 5. But then in a bad condition manager Tom Price tried reverse psycology and it back fired on him, and Rovers could only draw a game they should of won Price said " the boys had played fantastic but my mate "hangover" kicked in to gear and my mouth followed. I can assure you I was severely punished by the team in Southampton for my errors"
AT LAST
Rovers First Team were the only one's in action again this weekend and played a high profile local derby against Falcons. Rovers made the long trip through the gate to The Beeches and made the short walk back with all 3 points. A great team goal involving Pete Hambling, Tom Barton and Mike McCarthy saw Hambling slot the only goal of the game mid way through the second half. Manager Tom Price said " It is always nice to win a derby and it was a close affair, we had to hold on at the death. I saw something for the first time this season today, players were actually knackered and some appeared to have sweat on their brows, which is what I want to see every week. It was a vast improvement on previous weeks but the question is can they repeat it next week at home to the team that now occupy second spot Gala Wilton Res??" Price answered that question with "They bloody better or heads will roll!"
OVER AND OUT
The First Team were the only one's in action this weekend travelling to Andoversford for the 1st round of the Senior League Cup. Rovers started well but found themselves trailing to a long range free kick. The second half was a lot better chance after chance came but to no avail. Andoversford soon found themselves 3 - 0 up but Rovers had other ideas getting the game back to 3 - 2 thanks to 2 goals from Pete Hambling, but as Rovers pushed for the equaliser Andoversford broke and scored 2 more. Not the best preperation for the return of league action away at Falcons next week!!!
7 OUT OF 7
The Second Team made it 7 wins out of 7 with a slender 1 - 0 away victory against Tivoli Rovers. Rich Hartley poped up to head the winner and leave Rovers joint top of Division 4. The First team are slipping further of the pace in Division 2 losing 5 - 2 away at Dowty Dynamos. Manager Tom Price said " we are stuck in a black hole and are struggling to see any light. At least the boys had a smile on their faces at the end and enjoyed a drop of beer together". The Third Team are still searching for their first victory after losing 4 - 1 to W M K. Manager Matt Chilvers said "Even though we lost there were plenty of plus points".
COUNTY CUP DRAWS
In the Junior Cup second round the First Team have been drawn at home against Division 2 new comers Cinderford Town Res. The match will be played at Balcarass on Saturday 7 November 2009 with a 2pm kick off
TO VIEW THE FULL JUNIOR CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
The Second Team triumphant after defeating Cam Bulldogs in the first round of the Intermediate Cup have been drawn at home and will take on Beeches (The) in the second round on Saturday 7 November 2009 with a 2pm kick off.
TO VIEW THE FULL INTERMEDIATE CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
CLOSE CALL
The Second Team scraped through to the second round of the Intermediate County Cup. After destroying Cam Bulldogs in the First Half and leading 4 - 0 thanks to goals from Pat Daly, Mark Herbert and a brace from Matt Courtney-Smith. Rovers started the second half playing some good football but got a bit complacent and had to hang on in nervy last 10 minutes to win the game 4 - 3. The Third Team took on FC Lakeside for the second week and were unlucky to lose this one. After taking the lead everytime thanks to goals from Jon Adams, Caz Lonergan and a brace from Jack Cooper, Rovers were deadlocked at 4 - 4 going into the last few minutes and looked like grabbing a point, that was until a diabolical refereeing decision handed the away team a penalty which they duly converted.
SEPTEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Mike McCarthy
SECOND TEAM - Dan 'Wiggy' Short
FIVE OUT OF FIVE
The Second Team made it 5 wins out of 5 with a 5 - 1 demolition of Smiths III. Goals from Charlie Homer, Sam Johnson, Jimmy Callinan, Pete Hambling and Pat Daly sealed the comfortable victory that moved Rovers 3 points clear at the top of the table. The Third Team were knocked out of the County Cup at the first hurdle, losing to fellow Division 6 outfit FC Lakesdie 5 - 3. The Under 18's also lost at home to Forest Green Rovers 6 - 3, the goals coming from D Payne and 2 from S Townley.
POOR STARTS CONTINUE
The First Team's poor start continued as they looked to build on their mid week victory over Cheltenham Civil Service Res only to be knocked down by a Broadway sucker punch. The Second team continued their fine form winning 4 - 3 against Apperley & Tewkesbury Dynamos Res. Two goals from Matt Courtney-Smith and one each for Tom Green and Charlie Homer sealed the nervey win. The Third Team lost away to AC Olympia Res. 3 - 0 and the under 18's also lost 1 - 0 away at Bishops Cleeve in what the Rovers manager said was a game where they were robbed blind.
COUNTY CUP DRAWS
In the Junior Cup the First Team have been given a bye for the sixth season on the trot and will enjoy an early weekend break.
TO VIEW THE FULL JUNIOR CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
The Second Team triumphant from winning the Minor Cup have been moved up a weight and will take on Cam Bulldogs in the first round of the Intermediate Cup at home on Saturday 3 October.
TO VIEW THE FULL INTERMEDIATE CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
The Third Team will take on fellow Division 6 outfit FC Lakeside in the first round of the Primary Cup. This tie will take place on Saturday 26 September at The Beeches.
TO VIEW THE FULL PRIMARY CUP DRAW CLICK HERE
LEAGUE CUP DRAWS
The league cup draws have been made and in the Senior Charity Cup The First Team have been drawn away at Division 1 Andoversford, this tie is to be held on Saturday 17 October with a 2pm kick off. The Second Team has a bye in the first round of the Junior Charity Cup and they will face either Elmbridge OB or Apperley and Tewkesbury Dynamo Res. in round two. The Third Team also have a bye in the first round of the Minor Charity Cup and they will face Winchcombe Town III in the second round on Saturday 12 December.
TO VIEW THE FULL LEAGUE CUP DRAWS CLICK HERE
JUST THE ONE
The Second team made it 3 wins out of 3 and 17 goals in 3 games also after beating Finlay FC 5 - 1. Two goals apiece for Olly Bues and Brad Hiscoke and one for the returning Pete Hambling. The First Team lost 3 - 1 at home to Northway. Creating several chances but not hitting the back of the net and missing 2 penalties did not help Rovers to jump start their season. The Third Team lost against Montpellier 5 - 3 but manager Matt Chilvers said " Although we lost the game there were plenty of positives to take from it"
TOPSY TURVY START
The Second Team opened their campaign with an away defeat to Andoversford Res. In poor weather and playing conditions Rovers lost 5 - 3. On Saturday they took on Bredon III at The Beeches and made up for the opening day defeat running out 4 - 1 winners thanks to goals from Dan Short, Matt Hartley and two from Olly Bues. On Wednesday 9 September they take on Andoversford in the reverse of the opening fixture and will be looking to avenge their early defeat. The First Team lost away at AC Olympia in what manager Tom Price described as "A dark day for football, A black day for Rovers and A blackout for Luke Smith". The Third Team opened their season with a 7 - 2 defeat at Dowty Dynamo Res. Rich Adams scoring twice for Rovers.
WINNING START
Rover's First Team got the season off to a flyer, beating Cheltenham Civil Service Res. 5 - 2. Goals from Caz Lonergan, Matt Payne, Tom Herbert, Mike McCarthy and Pat Daly rounded of the comfortable victory. In conditions that matched the opening game from last season Rovers this time were stronger and manager Tom Price said "We played some great passing football and some of the goals were great team play, we hope to build on this, but we realise it is only one game down 23 to go and we will have to work hard every game to claim victory"
THE BIG KICK OFF
In Just under a week's time the season will get under way. The First Team open Rovers season with a home game against Cheltenham Civil Service Res, at Balcarass on Tuesday 1st September with a 18.00 kick off. The Second Team are in action the next night with an away game at Andoversford also kicking off at 18.00. By the time the Third Team kick off their campaign on Monday 7th September away to Dowty Dynamos Res, with a 18.00 kick off the First & Second teams will be gearing up for their third game.
IT 'S BACK
It is that time of the year again when not only are we getting fit for the start of the new season or should I say trying, but it is also the big kick off in the Premier league. This means one thing FANTASY FOOTBALL is back. This year to keep everyone interested there will be a £5 entry fee, so at the end of the season the top 3 will get a pay out. For more information go to the Fantasy Football page.
PRE-SEASON TRAINING
Pre-season training will commence on Tuesday 30th June, and then every Tuesday unil the end of August. Meet at 6.15 at The Beeches for a 6.30 start. Bring plenty of water, don't be late and make sure you are there. Any new players are more than welcome.
2008 - 2009 AWARDS
MANAGERS PLAYER OF THE SEASON
FIRST TEAM - JACK COOPER
SECOND TEAM - MATT COURTNEY-SMITH
THIRD TEAM - MARC BEEDON
PLAYER OF THE SEASON
FIRST TEAM - JOE PRICE
SECOND TEAM - BEN WILLIAMS
THIRD TEAM - MIKE CAUNTER
MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
FIRST TEAM - MIKE McCARTHY
SECOND TEAM - JORDAN COOPER
THIRD TEAM - DAN PAYNE
FANTASY FOOTBALL
After ten months of battling it out with each other the Charlton Rovers Elect Fantasy Football league came to an end. Congratulations to Alastair "stato" Kirby who was crowned champion after winning the league by a clear 6 points from Tom Price who came 2nd. Pat Daly was 3rd and Tom Herbert finished 4th. To see the final table and find out who got the wooden spoon, go to the fantasy football page. Next season we will have an entry fee and then cash prizes for the top 3, just to make things more interesting.
PRESENTATION DAY
SATURDAY JUNE 6TH
AT BALCARRAS
11.45 - Dads 6 a-side tournament
12.30 - Bar will be open
15.00 - Presentation of awards
16.00 - Penalty shootout/Soak the manager etc.
17.45 - Close
Please note this event is weather pending
CUP WINNERS
Charlton Rovers reserves won the GFA County Cup Final 4 - 0. This is the only trophy the club have not won and easily cruised to a 4 - 0 victory. Captain Steve Rogers opened the scoring after two minutes. Then Tom Green was brought down in the box. Up stepped Adam Gyde to make it 2 - 0. The scoreline increased after the break when the Stonehouse number "slim bloke" 4 scored an own goal. Matt Courtney-Smith rounded things off after latching onto a great pass from Olli Bues. Well done to Rich Berry on another achievement to add to his CV and also great congratulations to the retiring Dave Payne. Who has decided to hang up his boots after "100" years of playing. Well done Mr Payne you have served the club impeccably.
GFA COUNTY CUP FINAL SQUAD ANNOUNCED
The squad selected to represent Charlton Rovers Reserves on Tuesday 5th May Vs Stonehouse Town Reserves
Tom Barton
Rich Berry
Olly Bues
Jordan Cooper
Chris Courtney-Smith
Matt Courtney-Smith
Mike Davies
Josh Gadsby
Tom Green
Adam Gyde
Charlie Homer
Sam Johnson
Tom Middleton
Dave Payne
Steve Rogers
Ben Williams
Kick off is 6.30pm at Brimscombe & Thrupp home ground in Stroud. We hope to see some good support for the team. Well done to all the players who have taken part in getting the team to the final.
MIDWEEK GAMES
The Second Team were the only ones in action this week and they continued their good form beating Brockworth Albion 1 - 0 away. Another Matt Courtney-Smith goal making it 15 in 15 games sealed the victory. Rovers now sit clear in fourth place but need results to go their way if they are to gain an automatic promotion place.
JUST THE ONE
The Second Team were the only victors this weekend beating Bredon 1 - 0 thanks to yet another Matt Courtney-Smith goal. The First Team were feeling very aggreived after losing to Apperley & Tewksbury Dynamos thanks to the referee awarding a last minute penalty to the home side, which should never have been. The Third Team lost again, 3 - 0 at table toppers C & G.
MIDWEEK GAMES
The First Team took on AC Olympia on Tuesday night and ran out 1 - 0 winners thanks to a great looping header from Tom Herbert. On Thursday the Second Team took on top of the table and unbeaten Churchdown Panthers. Rovers are the only side this season to take any points of them but were unable to do this again losing the game 3 - 0.
SECOND TEAM ONLY THE ONE
The Second Team were the only victorious team this weekend, beating Brockworth Albion 111 4 - 2. The First Team lost away at top of the table Whaddon Res 5 -2 in a game which the scoreline did not reflect, The Third Team lost to local rivals Charlton Kings 3 - 0 and the Under 18's lost 4 - 1 away at top of the table Almondsbury FC.
SECOND TEAM TRIUMPH
The Second Team started the first of nine games in 23 days with an away victory over Smiths Res. Rovers won the game 2 - 0 thanks to goals from Olly Bues and Matt Courtney-Smith. Courtney-Smith has now scored 24 goals in 24 games and has become top goalscorer this season despite only playing in half of the league games so far.
MARCH PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Pat Daly
SECOND TEAM - Matt Courtney-Smith
THIRD TEAM - Mike Caunter
ONE WIN AND 2 DRAWS
The First Team's promotion hopes took a big dent after only being able to draw 0 - 0 at home to Northleach Town. The Second Team beat Southside 2 - 1 thanks to goals from Matt Courtney-Smith and Matt Hartley. The Under 18's managed a 2 - 2 draw away at Olveston United, with goals from Nick Bevan and Charlie Homer.
A WIN, A DRAW AND TWO DEFEATS
The First Team picked themselves up from last weeks defeat and thumped Gala Wilton Res 5 - 2. Goals from Callum Lonergan, Mark Herbert, Jack Cooper and a brace from Pat Daly making it 6 goals in 3 games for the inform striker sealed the comfortable victory. The Second team played out a boring 0 - 0 draw at home to Kings AFC. The Third Team lost 3 - 1 away at Belmore United to confirm their relegation to Division 6. The Under 18's lost for the second consecutive week, going down 3 - 0 at home to lowly placed Frampton United.
NON WINNING WEEKEND
The First Team took on top of the table Star FC Res and where unlucky to come away with out a share of the points. Rovers lost the game 2 - 1 in a close encounter. The Third Team lost 4 - 1 away at Sherbourne Harriers and the Under 18's lost 1 - 0 away at St Nicholas B.
COUNTY CUP FINAL HERE WE COME
The Second Team became the first Rovers Senior team to get through to a County Cup Final. Rovers came from behind thanks to Dave Payne's "header" for his first of the season (20-1 at Paddypower) and Matt Courtney-Smith's double to book thier place in the final, congratulations go to all the team. The First Team made it 4 wins out of 4. After a poor start Rovers won the game 4 - 0 thanks to a penalty kick form Mark Herbert and a hat-trick from man of the match Pat Daly. The Third Team grabbed a point drawing 2 - 2 with Apperley 111. The Under 18's made it 3 wins out of 3 with a 3 - 1 victory away at Forest Green. A double from Bradley Hiscoke and one from Rich Gamble sealed the victory.
FEBRUARY PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Jon Williams, Mark Herbert, Callum Lonergan
SECOND TEAM - Jordan Cooper
TWO WINS, A DRAW AND A DEFEAT
The First Team continued their fine form with an away victory at Northway. Looking for revenge from an early season defeat Rovers started well. Pete Hambling had 2 goals disallowed and then Rovers fell behind. But up stepped Tom Herbert to notch the equaliser then score a stunning winner in the last minute. The Second Team took on top of the table FC Barometrics Res. And came away with a well deserved point, lets hope that when we meet them next week in the County Cup Semi-Final Rovers can get the victory to book a place in the final. The Third Team lost to local rivals Falcons Res 3 - 0 and are still to notch a victory this season. The Under 18's carried on their good form beating Bishops Cleeve in their own back yard 3 - 0. Thanks to goals from Harry Marrick, Charlie Homer and Bradley Hiscoke.
RACE NIGHT
After last year's successful night Charlton Rovers Fund Raising & Social Committee are happy to announce that on Friday 27th March at The London Inn starting at 7.30 a Race Night will be held.
Tickets are £5 and this includes food. It is an adult only event and anyone interested should contact Sage Stevens
sagestevens5 @aol.com
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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TWO OUT OF THREE
The First Team continued to build on from the "Winston Churchill" speech, and beat Bredon Res 1 - 0 at home. This game saw the return of Mark "Taxi Fighter" Herbert being restored to the starting line up for the first time since his knee break. He took the captains armband, scored the winning goal and walked away with the man of the match award. Rovers were never really tested but it was a hard fought victory. The Second Team were unable to make up ground on the top two, losing away at Elmbridge Old Boys 6 - 3. The Under 18's got back to winning ways with a 3 - 0 victory over Olveston United, thanks to goals from Harry Marrick, Charlie Homer and top scorer Bradley Hiscoke.
JUST THE ONE
The First team were the only senior side in action this weekend. As the Second team's game fell foul to the weather and the Third teams game had been re-arranged. So the First team travelled to Cheltenham Civil Service and came away with a 3 -2 victory. Thanks to a first goal for summer signing Callum Lonergan and one each for Jon Williams and Pat Daly. The Under 18's played their re-arranged League Plate Quarter Final match away at Ashton Boys and were unable to proceed into the semis, losing the game 2 - 0
FIXTURE RE-ARRANGEMENTS
After all the fantastic weather, the league have re-arranged all fixtures. As the weather currently stands it is touch and go for this weekend, which could result in another mid week fixture. So after weeks with no football, at the end of season we will be playing two or three times a week.
JANUARY PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - James Payne
SECOND TEAM - Dave Payne
THIRD TEAM - James Blackmore
NON WINNING WEEKEND
The First Team lost away to lowly placed Cheltenham Saracens. Rovers started brightly but things soon turned sour, losing the game 4 - 3. The Second Team were looking to continue their fine form but could only manage a 1 - 1 draw at home to Tivoli Rovers. The Third Team were unlucky to lose 2 - 1 away at FC Electrics. The Under 18's took on top of the table Almondsbury and lost 5 - 1 and with that their unbeaten record at Balcarass "square nets" went too.
A WIN, A DRAW AND A DEFEAT
The First team drew for the second week on the trot. Drawing 0 - 0 at home to Winchcombe Town and dropping to sixth in the division. The Second Team continued their fine form beating Cheltenham Saracens 5 - 2 thanks to a Tom Barton hat-trick. The Third Team are still searching for their first victory after losing 5 - 0 to Cleevonians. The Under 18'S game was called off.
TWO WINS A DRAW AND A DEFEAT
After a long period of no football all four sides managed to compete in league fixtures this weekend. The First team travelled to Brockworth and could only manage a 2 - 2 draw. The Second team wiped the floor with Finlay Rovers res, running out 8 - 0 winners. The Third team are still searching for their first victory of the season after losing 4 - 0 away at Star III. The Under 18's continued their fine form beating Stonehouse 3 - 0.
COUNTY CUP DRAW
Charlton Rovers Reserves have been draw to play fellow Division 4 team FC Barometrics Reserves in the Semi-Final of the Minor County Cup. The game is to be played at The Beeches on Saturday 7th March 2009, 14.00 kick off.
DECEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Jack Cooper
SECOND TEAM - Adam Gyde
THIRD TEAM - Fred Essex
COUNTY CUP
The Second Team were the only one's in action over the christmas period. They took on Stroud League Division 5 outfit AFC Phoenix in the Quarter-Finals of the Minor County Cup. On a cold January day Rovers were triumphant, running out 3 - 0 winners thanks to a brace from Olly Bues and one from Tom Barton to ease their way into the Semi-Finals. We are still awaiting the draw, but could this be the season Rovers finally get their hands on the one trophy they have never won!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR
OVER AND OUT
The re-arranged cup matches saw all 3 of Rovers sides exit the competition. The First team crashed at home, losing 2 - 0 to AC Olympia. Who have been drawn away to Whaddon in the next round. The Second team went to the wire against ST Marks CA losing 4 - 2 on penalties after events ended 2 - 2 after 90 minutes. The Third team crashed out losing 4 - 0 away to Gala Wilton. The Under 18's kept their unbeaten run at home drawing 1 - 1 with third place Charfield. Jordan Cooper scored direct from a corner to draw the game level, but Charlie Homer missed a penalty and the chance of taking all 3 points.
5 OUT OF 5
The Under 18's are going from strength to strength in the Bristol Football league. They made it 5 wins out of 5 on Sunday with an emphatic 5 - 1 win over Bishops Cleeve. Goals from Andy Gallagher, Bradley Hiscoke, Charlie Homer and 2 from Rich Gamble moved Rovers upto second in the table. Still undefeated at Fortress"Square Nets" Balcarass, Rovers take on third placed Charfield next week and they will be looking to avenge their early season defeat against them.
WASH OUT
Rover's three League Cup matches were all cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions. All three games our now to be re-played next Saturday 20 th December.
COUNTY CUP DRAW
Charlton Rovers Res have been draw at home to AFC Phoenix of The Stroud & District Football League in the Quarter-Finals of the Minor County Cup. AFC Phoenix play in Division 5 and currently sit mid-table. The game will take place at The Beeches on Saturday 3 January 2009.
TO VIEW THE FULL COUNTY CUP MINOR DRAW CLICK HERE.
A WIN, DRAW, ONE THROUGH, ONE OUT
The Under 18's demolished Barton & Tredworth Allstars 10 - 0 to carry on their good run. The Second Team made it through to the last 8 of the County Cup after beating Stratton United 3 - 2. The Third Team managed a very respectable 2 - 2 draw with high flying Tewksbury Town Res. The First Team crashed out of the County Cup losing 5 - 0 to Frampton United.
NOVEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Joe Price
SECOND TEAM - Jason Harries
THIRD TEAM - Fred Essex
3 OUT OF 4
The First Team continued their fine form beating Gala Wilton 1 - 0. The victory was sealed by a Pat Daly goal and moved Rovers upto fourth in the league and leapfrog Gala. It was another solid performance carrying on from last week. The Second Team got back to winning ways, beating Kings AFC Res 3 - 0. But this victory came at a cost as top scorer Jay Jones limped of with ligament damage and could miss the rest of the season. The Third Team carry on searching for their first victory after losing to Star III 4 - 1. The Under 18's returned to action after three weeks off. They took on Bishops Cleeve at Balcarass in the League Cup Plate. The game finished 3 - 3 after extra time, with two goals from Brad Hiscoke and Jordan Cooper. The Game then went to penalties and Rovers were victorious. Converted penalties from Brad Hiscoke, Andy Gallagher, Rich Gamble and James Jardine and stand in goalkeeper Harry Marrick saved two to send Rovers through.
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER FIXTURES
1st Team, Away Vs Gala Wilton 2.30pm K/O
Meet at The Gala Club at 1.45pm
2nd Team, Away Vs King's Res 2.30pm K/O
Meet at Plock Court at 1.30pm
3rd Team, Home Vs Star III 2.30pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 1.30pm
TABLE TOPPERS TOPPLED
The First Team took on top of the table Star FC and trying to close the gap on the leaders. Rovers knew what was required to gain the victory and playing against a midfield that were all 6' 6" plus and a Star player who would have given " Rory Delap" a run for his money in the long throw stakes. But Rovers stood strong and battled till the end, winning the game 2 - 1. Thanks to goals from Pete Hambling and Mike McCarthy. The Third Team managed a 1 - 1 draw with Sherbourne Harriers courtesy of a " Matt Chilvers " Goal. Rovers should have won the game after dominating for long spells.
SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER FIXTURES
1st Team, Home Vs Star FC 2.30pm K/O
Meet at Balcarass at 1.45pm
2nd Team, NO GAME
3rd Team, Home Vs Sherbourne Harriers 2.30pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 1.30pm
A WIN, A DRAW, A LOSS
The First Team got back to winning ways with an easy 4 - 1 victory over Dowty Dynamos. A Tom Herbert penalty to make it 5 goals in 5 games, a Jon Adams wonder goal and 2 from James Payne sealed the result. The Second Team took on top of the table Churchdown Panthers. With ten minutes to go Rovers found themselves 2 - 0 to the good, but unfortunately could not hold onto this and finished the game with a share of the points at 2 - 2. The Third Team still searching for that elusive first win, were unable to get it losing 5 - 1 to Apperley & Tewksbury Dynamos III.
QUIZ NIGHT
Charlton Rovers Fund Raising & Social Committee are holding a Club Quiz Night on Saturday 29 November at The Merryfellow Inn, Charlton Kings. £2 per person - Teams to be made up of 4 to 8 ADULTS. Prize's for the winning team!!!
For more Information contact Tom Price
NON WINNING WEEKEND
The First team lost at home to Northway in a thrilling match for the neutral. Coming back from 2 - 0 down to make it 2 - 2, but finally losing the match 4 - 3 after getting it back to 3 - 3. The Second Team were looking to make it 8 wins out of 8 but lost 4 - 1 to fellow title challengers FC Barometrics Res. The Third team recorded their second point of the season. Playing against local rivals Falcons, Rovers came back from 2 - 0 down to finish the match 2 - 2. The Under 18's game was called off.
COUNTY CUP DRAW
Rovers First Team have been drawn away to Frampton United on Saturday 6 December. Frampton are in the Stroud & District League Division 1 and currently sit mid-table.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW COUNTY JUNIOR CUP THIRD ROUND DRAW IN FULL
7 OUT OF 7
The Second Team made it 7 wins out of 7 with a 2 - 0 victory over Elmbridge Old Boys. Goals from Tom Barton & Jay Jones sealed the victory. The First Team travelled to Uley in the 2nd round of the County Cup. Winning the game 4 - 1, thanks to goals from Mike McCarthy, Tom Herbert, Pete Hambling & Jon Adams. The Third Team were unable to build on their impressive point against the C & G, losing away to Gala Wilton III. The Under 18's also record their second victory on the trot beating Barton & Tredworth Tigers 2 - 1. The goals coming from Josh Tyler and Nazim M.
OCTOBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Jon Williams & Jack Cooper
SECOND TEAM - Jay Jones & Ben Williams
THIRD TEAM - Mike Caunter
SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER FIXTURES
COUNTY CUP
1st Team, Away Vs Uley 2pm K/O
Meet at Uley Playing Field at 1pm
LEAGUE
2nd Team, Home Vs Elmbridge Old Boys 2.30pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 1.30pm
3rd Team, Away Vs Gala Wilton III 2.30pm K/O
Meet at Plock Court at 1.30pm
ALL WINNING WEEKEND
The First Team got back to winning ways in what manager Tom Price described as "The best team performanceof the season". Rovers out played, out classed, out fought and out scored Cheltenham Civil Service. Winning the game 3 - 0 thanks to a brace from Pat Daly and a thunder bolt free kick from Tom Herbert, that brother Mark would be proud of. The Second Team continued their great run, after coming back from a goal down to beat Matchplay Reeves 2 - 1 in the County Cup. Matt Courtney-Smith and Tom Barton were the scorers. The "JOSE" Berry band wagon keeps on rolling. The Under 18's bounced back with a 3 - 2 victory over Hardwicke. Two stunning free-kicks from Bradley Hiscoke and a third from Jordan Cooper sealed the win.
SATURDAY 25 OCTOBER FIXTURES
1st Team, Home Vs Cheltenham Civil Svs 3pm K/O
Meet at Balcarass Sports Ground at 2.15pm
COUNTY CUP
2nd Team, Home Vs Matchplay Reeves 2pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 1pm
FIVE OUT OF FIVE
The Second Team made it 5 wins out of 5 with a comfortable 2 - 0 victory over Cheltenham Saracens 1V in the Junior Charity Cup. Two goals from the inform Jay Jones, making it 8 goals in 6 games sealed the victoty. an all round good and comfortable team performance puts Rovers into the next round. The Third Team looking to gain their first points of the season took on top of the table C & G, who had won their previous four games. Rovers put in a great team effort and battled tirelessly till the end to earn themselves a point as the game ended 1 - 1
A WIN, A DRAW AND TWO DEFEATS
The First Team got back to playing the way they should in a two all draw away at AC Olympia. Coming from behind twice, through a stunning strike from Jon Williams and then a first touch for super sub Tom Herbert to draw the game level again. The Second Team continued their fine form beating Smiths 3 - 1. Two goals from Jay Jones and a wonder cross from the young Ben Williams sealed victory. The Third Team are still searching for their first victory after losing 5 - 1 away to local rivals Charlton Kings. Thun Under 18's came back down to earth with a 9 - 4 defeat at the hands of Matson.
SEPTEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH
FIRST TEAM - Tom Barton
SECOND TEAM - Charlie Hommer
THIRD TEAM - Steve Cruse
SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER FIXTURES
1st Team, Away Vs AC Olympia 3pm K/O
Meet at Bishops Cleeve Sports Ground at 2.15pm
2nd Team, Home Vs Smith's Res 3pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 2pm
3rd Team, Away Vs Charlton Kings 3pm K/O
Meet at The Beeches at 2pm
3 OUT OF 3 FOR THE 2ND'S
The Second Team made it 3 wins out of 3 with the demolition of Tivoli Rovers. 5 - 1 the scoreline finished and Rovers are starting to look the business in Division 4. The First Team however were lucky to hang on for a draw away at Bredon Res. The Third Team are still searching for their first victory of the season after losing 6 - 0 to FC Electrics Res. The Under 18's bounced back from last weeks defeat to beat Frampton Youth 2 - 1. The goals coming from Josh Tyler and Charlie Hommer.
2ND'S MAKE IT 2 OUT OF 2
The Second Team managed to make it 2 wins on the bounce, after finally overcoming Leonard Stanley 4 - 3 in the County Cup. Rovers were 3 - 0 up at half time, but the game ended up going to extra time, where Rovers won it. Charli Hommer scoring to make it 3 goals in as many games. The Third Team were not so lucky, they lost at home to The White Horse 3 - 0 and are still searching for their first victory of the season. The Under 18's came crashing back down to earth losing 4 - 0 away to Charfield.
UNDER 18'S
The newly formed Under 18's Team have started life well in the Bristol Under 18 Football Combination League. They opened the campaign at home to Forest Green Rovers and earned a well deserved point in the 1 - 1 game. They took on Stonehouse Town last Sunday and came away with a 3 - 0 victory. Goals from Harry Marrick, Charlie Hommer and James Jardine sealed the comfortable victory. Their fixtures and match reports pages have now been added to the web site.
2ND'S BRING HOME THE BACON
The Second Team were the only one's to walk away with victory this weekend. Looking to bounce back from an unlucky defeat the week before, Rovers comfortably won 3 - 1 against Cheltenham Saracens 1V. The scoreline should have been more, but 3 points was the desired outcome. The First Team travelled to Winchcombe and were lucky to only lose 1 - 0. The Third Team travelled to Cleevonians, where yet again they had their own referee, there were some shocking decisions and this took it's toll on Rovers who finished the game with a 3 - 1 defeat and 10 men.
JUST THE ONE
The First Team were the only victorious one's this weekend, as the Second's and Third's both lost. The First Team beat Brockworth Albion 4 - 1, thanks to a hat-trick by Pat Daly and the fourth by Jon Adams. The Second Team found themselves 3 - 0 down at half time against Finlay Rovers Res, but managed to get it back to 3 - 2 and Dave Payne was denied the equaliser late on after his free kick came back of the bar. The Third Team lost 5 - 0 to Tewksbury Rovers Res and will be looking to put things right next week.
9 GOAL THRILLER IN CURTAIN RAISER
The First Team got the ball rolling in the new season for Rovers in a thrilling 5 - 4 victory against a very young Cheltenham Saracens. Rovers were slow of the mark and found themselves one down after five minutes, but Pat Daly soon had Rovers level. Rovers playing a new formation and coming to terms with playing against opposition went into the break 2 - 1 down. An inspired team talk by the "Three amigos" got Rovers ticking at the start of the second half. In a twelve minute period Rovers had scored three goals through man of the match Tom Barton, sealing his hat-trick from the spot after a Saracens defender had rugby tackled Tom Herbert to the floor and then received his marching orders. Even with ten men Saracens did not give up and managed to draw level. But up stepped Pete Hambling, frsh of the bench Hambling created three great chances and produced three great saves from the visitors keeper within five minutes. He then took the ball in his stride and beat the last man before placing the ball in the bottom corner to give Rovers their first victory of the season at Fortress "square nets" Balcarass.
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