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HARTLEY WINTNEY FC
VS SWINDON SUPERMARINE
THE ROW 1ST JANUARY 2019
KICK-OFF 3.00PM
THE EVO-STIK
LEAGUE SOUTH
PREMIER SOUTH
HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY
H artley Wintney Football Club was founded in 1897 and played in an area ad-
jacent to the village's golf and cricket clubs. In 1953, the club moved to its
present ground in Green Lane, known as 'The Memorial Ground'. A pavilion was
erected and the team played in the Basingstoke League and, later, in the Alder-
shot League.
In 1973, Glynn Howell was appointed Manager. In his six year reign, the team
won the Aldershot Senior League three times in succession, and the Aldershot
Senior Cup. After several seasons in the Aldershot Senior League, Hartley were
admitted to the Combined Counties League, which replaced the Surrey Senior
League. After the first couple of seasons and two changes of management, the
club appointed Ian Bedford as Manager. Once again an influx of senior players
brought Hartley success. Within his three years in management, they gained
trophies including the League Title (1982-1983) and Runners Up (1981-1982),
Aldershot Senior Cup Winners (1980-1981), and George Allen Cup Winners
(1981-1982). They were also Runners Up in the League Cup (1982-1983) and
Aldershot Senior Cup (1981-1982).
During this period a new Clubhouse was
opened. David Willoughby, the then Sec-
retary & Treasurer, and Bill Mitchell, the then club
Chairman and now President, devoted excep-
tional hours in the em- bryo stages of this ven-
ture. Further invest- ments around this time
included floodlights, new changing rooms and
covered seating.
In 2007-08 under man- ager Mike Scott, the club
gained promotion from Divi 1 of the Combined
Counties League, but 2008-09 ended in relega-
tion by a narrow margin. Under manager and assistant Pete Gray and John Con-
don, the first team rallied, finishing 5th in CCL Div 1 in 2009-10. Coach Louis
King took the reigns as manager when Pete Gray stepped down, guiding the
team to 7th in CCL Div 1 in 2010-11.
A management team of ex-Basingstoke Town and Oxford United striker, Neville
Roach, Assistant Mick Wollen and Coach Scott Tarr took charge for 2011-12 and
it was a notable season, with the club achieving promotion back to the Com-
bined Counties League Premier Division. Hartley also had a fine FA Cup run that
took them to the Third Qualifying Round, but the euphoria of the cup run and
promotion was dampened even before the champagne bubbles had burst, when
the coaching staff and almost the entire squad left for Thatcham Town.
For the 2012-13 season, ex-Millwall defender, Dave Tuttle, was given the sum-
mer to prepare a new squad. However, a string of poor results led to a second
change in management in less than 4 months, with 24 year-old ex-Basingstoke
Town and Hartley striker, Ben Dillon, given his first managerial position. Once
again there was an almost total outflow of players and Ben, with assistants Ja-
son Minton and Joe Lawler, set about rebuilding the squad, but by this time with
Hartley well and truly set adrift at the bottom of the table. Their enthusiasm,
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PROUD HAMPSHIRE CLUB SINCE 1897
belief and the introduction of a talented group of players quickly restored the
spirit around the club. In what became known as the season of the club's 'Great
Escape', the Row’s place in the CCL Premier was secured against all the odds
after a truly remarkable second half of the season.
Dillon further strengthened the squad, with Steve Saunders and Dan Brownlie
brought in to the coaching setup alongside Jason and Joe. The 2013-14 season
started well and there were wins in the FA Cup to setup a home tie in the 4th
Qualifying Round for the first time in the club's history, losing out to an in-form
Daventry Town in front of a crowd of over 1,000. The cup run took its toll on the
league form but the club finished a creditable 7th in the CCL Premier Division.
A new Club crest was commissioned ahead of the 2013-14 season, with a design
that is modern but holds true to the traditions of a village club founded over 100
years ago. Designed by Philippa Bell, the current crest incorporates several ele-
ments of historical significance. With the village recorded in the 13th century
under the name of Hertleye Wynteneye, meaning "the clearing in the forest
where the deer graze by Winta's island", the crest shows a tree and a stag, as
well as the rose emblem of the Club's home county, Hampshire. The Club's nick-
name of 'The Row' is taken from 'Hartley Row', a former hamlet within Hartley
Wintney. The nickname and the year in which the Club was founded are also
incorporated in the crest.
2014-15 saw the club consolidate its place in the CCL Premier Division, finishing
a comfortable 9th. Dillon stepped down at the end of the season and Dan
Brownlie and Anthony Millerick were appointed as Joint First Team Managers for
2015-16, with Joe Lawler remaining part of the coaching setup, and Luke Tuffs
coming in as First Team Coach while continuing as Youth Team Manager.
It was a very eventful 2015-16. After a memorable FA Cup win away at Merthyr
Town in the Second Qualifying Round, Hartley battled back from 2-0 down to 2-
2 away at Conference South Eastbourne Borough, only to be beaten by a goal
struck deep into injury time. In the FA Vase, Hartley Wintney broke a longstand-
ing club record by reaching the 5th Round Proper. In front of a sell-out 1,300 at
Green Lane, eventual finalists Hereford proved too strong, but the Row went on
to top the CCL Premier Division for most of the season and claimed the 2015-16
league title, finishing 10 points clear on 106 points, with a goal difference of +87
and having lost just four league games all season. Promotion, however, was de-
nied due to ground grading issues.
Faced with attempting to achieve back-to-back title wins and put in place the
substantial ground improvements that would allow progression, the 2016-17
season under co-managers Dan Brownlie and Anthony Millerick, and coach Luke
Tuffs, was extraordinary. The Row topped the Combined Counties League Prem-
ier Division for the entire season, reached the semi-finals of the Hampshire Sen-
ior County Cup and the final of the Aldershot Senior Cup, and secured the re-
quired ground grading to allow the Row to take their place in the Southern
League South, making it to Step 4 of the football pyramid for the first time. And
to top off a wonderful 2016-17, Luke Tuffs’ Youth team won the Hampshire FA
Youth Cup against a strong Aldershot Town U18.
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HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY
The team took life at Step 4 in their stride, helped by the consistency provided
by an unchanged management team and settled squad, and the 2017-18 season
was to prove even more remarkable than the previous campaign. The Row sat
within the top four for much of the season, never dropping below 8th.
They set down a marker in the FA Cup, beating local rivals Basingstoke Town in
a replay at Green Lane. Town later responded by signing Hartley's top goalscor-
er and club captain, Sam Argent. Argent's departure was a huge setback, but
the management team responded by bringing in Rowan Vine, the charasmatic
ex-professional. Vine restored belief in both the team and the supporters; it was
an inspired signing. The Row embarked on their first FA Trophy campaign, which
included wins against Gosport Borough and Farnborough FC before going out 0-
2 in the First Round Proper against eventual finalists, Bromley FC.
Vine joined the management team at one of his former clubs battling relegation
late in the season. Losing Rowan seemed a massive blow at a critical point, but
again the management team made an inspired signing. Nic Ciardini joined from
Farnborough and was instrumental in keeping the momentum going. Hugely
important was also the strong central defensive partnership that had grown dur-
ing the second half of the season between Jack Ball and Liam Eagle.
A Play-Off place was secured and the Row won the semi-final against AFC Dun-
stable 2-0. Cambridge City had triumphed at Hayes & Yeading FC in the other
semi. In front of a crowd of over 700 at Green Lane, a tense game was decided
by a single goal scored by Ciardini and so the Row clinched promotion and made
it to the Southern Premier at Step 3; a truly outstanding achievement. The final
season highlight was in lifting the Aldershot Senior Cup with a 4-1 win against
Eversley & California FC.
2018-
2018-19
The Club heads into new territory in the Southern League once again as it takes
its place proudly in the Evo-Stik League South, Premier South for this season,
having negotiated the steep climb from Step 5 to Step 3 in just two seasons. A
revised management team is at the helm, with Dan Turkington stepping in as co
-manager alongside Anthony Millerick, and there is a new and experienced
coaching setup under Head Coach Luke Tuffs, with Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst and
Keith Benjamin joining the background team.
We also welcome a new First Team Shirt Sponsor. BOSS Professional Services
are a market leading ERP consulting and recruitment business that specialise in
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and honoured to have their support, alongside long-time sponsor CSL.
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CLUB OFFICIALS 2018-2019
PRESIDENT: William Mitchell
VICE PRESIDENT: Nick Vint
CHAIRMAN: Luke Mullen
VICE CHAIRMAN: Steve Noakes
HON. LIFE VICE PRESIDENTS: Dennis Burgess, David Willoughby,
Paddy White, Luke Mullen
Hartley Wintney F.C.
LIFE VICE PRESIDENT: Brian Barnard
VICE PRESIDENTS: Derek Ames, Len Ashby, Ian Bedford,
Ann Bradley, Mick Clarke, Lisa Collins, James Cooke, Neil Doody, Paula
Flanders, Andrew Harris, Frank Kenton, David Lenthal, Margaret
Lewington, Bob Major, Mark Porter, Mike Roberts, Janet Richardson, Niall
Sco*, Linda Sco*, Josie Shipman, Ray Shipman, Andy Spiers, Chris Stanley,
Roy S,mpson, Trudy S,mpson, Roger Taplin, Nick Vint, Elizabeth Webb,
Anthony White, David Willoughby, Gerry Wykes
TREASURER: Colin Charlton
HONORARY SECRETARY: Elayne Duddridge
MATCH SECRETARY: Gerry Wykes
UNDER 18s SECRETARY: Eric Howard
BAR SECRETARY: Paddy White
MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Jeremy Fox, Sue Trimmer
COMMITTEE: Ann Bradley, Dave Williams, Brendan
Devlin, Jeremy Fox, Nick Elkington, Peter Auchterlonie
SOCIAL COMMITTEE: Sue Trimmer, Lauren Breau, Tracy
Collier, Lani Kealoha Charman, Samantha Vallance
FIRST TEAM MANAGERS: Dan Turkington, Anthony Millerick
FIRST TEAM COACHES: Luke Tuffs, Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst,
Keith Benjamin
RESERVE TEAM MANAGERS: Ricky Hogsden, Neil Lancaster
A TEAM MANAGER: Andy Storey
U18 YOUTH TEAM MANAGER: Luke Tuffs
MATCH DAY OFFICERS: Ray Boorman, Jeremy Fox, Phil Blakey
PROGRAMME EDITOR: Kevin O’Byrne, Luke Mullen
PRESS OFFICER & WEB ADMIN: Kevin O’Byrne
GROUNDSMEN: Eric Howard, David Mar,n
COMMERCIAL CONSULTANT: Chris Applegarth
COVER PHOTOS: Ed Boyden @edboydenphotos
Green Lane, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire RG27 8DL Tel: 01252 843586 @HartleyFC
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WELCOME TO HARTLEY WINTNEY FC
As we move into the New Year, the
club is facing some stern challenges
EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH both on and off the pitch. The team are
1st January 2019 coming together nicely and for this all
credit to the management team and of
vs course to the players, who have battled
through some indifferent performances
Swindon Supermarine to steady the ship. I hope we can go
on and build from there.
Kick Off: 3.00pm
Off the field some big decisions need to
be taken regarding the ground and the
dictates of the FA regarding necessary
Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen grading works.
and welcome to the Memorial Ground
for this Evo-Stik League South, Premier In terms of the grading works, I think
South Division fixture against Swindon there is no secret that we require some
Supermarine. To their players, officials additional seating and covered accom-
and supporters we extend a warm wel- modation, together with associated
come and hope you enjoy your short ground works. We also have to install
stay with us today. an additional turnstile (which we have)
but again this entails ground works and
To all of you in attendance today or housing. Our problem with these
reading this online, may I take this op- works, as you can guess, is the time-
portunity to wish you and our loved scale, which is by the end of March,
ones a happy, healthy and prosperous and then of course the funds to be able
New Year. to do the works.
Our visitors this afternoon are currently If there is anyone reading this that can
10th in the league with 29 points from help us, please get in contact - offers
22 games. They arrive here at the Me- of help in any shape or form are wel-
morial Ground undefeated in their last come. This work is required in or-
five league games, during which time der to maintain our current status,
they have recorded wins against Ba- not for promotion.
singstoke (5-2), Dorchester (3-0) and
on Saturday against Merthyr (3-0). Back to today's encounter, if the league
positions are an indicator then this
We are currently in 11th place in the promises to be a closely fought con-
league with 29 points from 22 games, test. Please get behind the boys today
our recent run of undefeated perfor- and cheer them into the New Year
mances coming to an end at Gosport with a victory.
on Saturday when we lost out to a sin-
gle goal conceded a minute before half HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
time. We played some decent football
but our quality, and to some extent #UTR
luck, in the final third deserted us.
From my point of view we need to get
more first time shots off. Luke
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VS SWINDON SUPERMARINE : 1 JAN 2019
The boys celebrating Jack Ball’s late goal at Farnborough on Boxing Day
[Pic: Colin Rogers]
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VOICES FROM THE DUGOUT
Happy New Year and reflecting on goals to our name. We lost our way a
2018, what a year it was! little in the second half and that will
serve to be a lesson to the group: we
Welcome to all the Swindon fans trav- need to play our game and not morph
elling; the hospitality you provided us to the style of our opposition.
last season was very good and we're
sure we'll provide you with an equally We hope you all enjoy today and we'll
friendly, welcoming atmosphere. see you all in the bar after.
Swindon are currently riding the crest Up the Row,
of a wave right now and are in fine
form. Good results have seen them Millers and Dan
surge up this tight league, sitting one
place above us on goal difference.
Make no mistake, today will be
tough.
Our last two home games have
been very encouraging, with two
terrific results against two form
teams (at the time of playing). Both
games we absolutely deserved max-
imum points, and both games we
felt the victory margin should have
been far greater. Our performances
have been good to watch, playing
an energetic brand of football which
now must become our identity.
The games against Farnborough and
Gosport have left us feeling slightly
frustrated. We're sure all those who
were at Farnborough (without rose
tinted glasses) would have come
away scratching their heads at how
we had not won a game in which we
created a number of good chances.
Ultimately, a point away in a big
derby game isn't the worst outcome,
but we all felt slightly deflated we
didn't take maximum points. Our
performance was good and the spirit
we showed to constantly probe for
the equaliser shows what this new
squad is about.
Likewise against Gosport, we felt we
were good first half and, with the
exception of a bad 5 minute spell,
should have come in with a number of Pic: Colin Rogers
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12THE PAPERS SAID: TAUNTON TOWN
Hartley Wintney v Taunton Town, Taunton finished strongly and Desbois
Evo-Stik League South, Premier atoned for his slip by pulling off a good
South, 15th December 2018 save from substitute Dan Sullivan on 73
Report by David Graham minutes. Steve Duff had a fine shot
saved by Irish ten minutes later, then
Hartley Wintney ground staff worked the Peacocks pushed forward and, a
hard to get the game on and were minute later, Sullivan's snap shot found
rewarded with the Row turning in an Desbois well positioned to save.
excellent performance against the
league leaders. The first half saw the The visitors thought they had equalised
Row start well and it was 42 minutes for an instant but Andrew Neal's shot
before the Peacocks' first notable effort had grazed the post. Another chance
arrived. The Row then had two one-on- for Matt Buse saw an effort saved by
one situations but Mitchell Parker and Desbois, again well positioned. At the
Mickel Platt were denied by the visiting other end, another effort from Duff
'keeper, Lloyd Irish. HT 0-0 saw Irish bring out a good save by
tipping over the bar.
The Peacocks were first to show in the
second period when a snap shot from The Row made the game safe in added
Brett went narrowly past the post. The time. Good interplay between Dan
Row responded and the lively Parker Stewart and Jack French set up Josh
created a chance which saw his effort Webb, who curled in a good shot from
blocked. The ball rebounded to Steven 18 yards. (3-1)
Duff who shot over. Hartley continued
to press and were rewarded on 59 Both sides deserved enormous credit
mins. Jack French managed to force his for producing a good match in very
way through the middle. A defender challenging conditions. [D Graham]
slipped, enabling the Row midfielder to
curl a shot beyond Irish. (1-0) FT: HARTLEY 3 TAUNTON TOWN 1
If Hartley's goal was helped by the MAN OF THE MATCH: JOSH WEBB
conditions, Taunton's equaliser was ATTENDANCE: 184
also fortuitous. On 62 minutes, a
corner on the right from Brett looked a HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois,
safe catch for 'keeper Adam Desbois. Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball,
However, the young 'keeper slipped Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Steven
Duff, Mickel Platt, Mitchell Parker, Dan
and the ball trundled into the net. (1-1)
Stewart, Jack French.
On 65 minutes, good play between Dan Subs: Marc Vockins, George Frise,
Stewart and Mickel Platt saw the Harry Woodward, Steven Noakes,
latter's shot parried by Irish. Two Jayden Englefield (on)
minutes later, Jack French set up Dan
Stewart, who saw his effort blocked. TAUNTON TOWN: Lloyd Irish, Shane
White, Lewis Hall, Ben Adelsbury, Ed
But Hartley quickly regained possession Palmer, Matt Buse, Ollie Chamberlain,
and restored their lead on 67 minutes. Ryan Brett, Matt Wright, Josh Nelmes,
After a good move down the left Andrew Neal
enabled Duff to send over an inch Subs: Craig Veal, Dan Sullivan (on),
perfect cross, Mickel Platt was at the Pierce Mitchell, Douglas Camilo, Keith
back post to head home. (2-1) Emmerson.
13THE PAPERS SAID : POOLE TOWN
Hartley Wintney v Poole Town, Then Dolphins 'keeper, Luke Cairney,
Evo-Stik League South, Premier saw his attempted clearance only find
South. Saturday 22nd Dec 2018 French, who quickly found Platt, but his
Report by David Graham shot ended wide.
Hartley Wintney completed their first Constant pressure saw the Row get
double of the season with a good their reward. Marley Ridge returned a
display and following a narrow win over partially cleared corner on 37 minutes
Poole Town. and Jack Ball stole in behind the
Dolphins defence to score from close
The Row started well and opened the range. (2-1)
scoring in just three minutes. A cross-
field pass from Jack French eluded the Three minutes later the Row increased
Dolphins' defence, allowing Joe Felix a their lead. Josh Webb found space on
run towards goal. The full back fired in the left and his cross tempted Dan
a low shot which found the corner of Stewart to nip in before a defender to
the net (1-0). It was to be an eventful score from close range. (3-1)
afternoon for Felix, on loan from QPR,
one way or another. HT: HARTLEY 3 POOLE TOWN 1
Felix almost found the net again, but at Hartley had a good chance to increase
the opposite end, when his attempted their lead further, straight after the
clearance went narrowly past the post break. Josh Webb's pass split the
on 14 minutes. Then Hartley almost visitors' defence, leaving Parker
added to the lead when a slick move through on goal. Cairney in the Poole
three minutes later resulted in Dan goal came out and produced a good
Stewart shooting narrowly wide. stop.
On 19 minutes, Jordan Alawonda- The Dolphins worked hard to get back
Williams made good progress down the in contention and were rewarded on 53
right for Poole. His cross found Marvin minutes. Corby Moore gained
Brooks, who saw his effort saved by a possession in midfield and his accurate
well positioned Adam Desbois in the cross saw Luke Roberts head over
Row goal. Adam Desbois in the Row goal and into
the net. (3-2)
Poole Town pulled level on 21 minutes.
Referee Andy Bennett spotted a push Hartley put together some good moves
from Felix in the penalty area after a but were let down by the final pass on
corner and awarded a penalty kick. several occasions. On 64 minutes, a
James Constable stepped up and good lofted pass from Louie Paget sent
scored with a low shot. (1-1) Platt clear, but his lob over the
outrushing Cairney was just too high
Hartley responded well and gained the and went over.
upper hand for the remainder of the
half. On 32 minutes, Felix made good Four minutes later, after a spell of
progress down the right and his pressure from the visitors, Constable
accurate pass sent Mickel Platt created space but saw his parting shot
through. The striker delayed his shot saved by a well positioned Desbois. Six
and then set up Mitchell Parker, who minutes later it was Corby Moore who
was unlucky to see his shot blocked. tried his luck, but again Desbois was in
14THE PAPERS SAID: POOLE / FARNBORO
just the right place to make the save. to improve. It's a young team who
work very hard; they have a good spirit
On 82 minutes Hartley made the game and give nothing less than 100%."
safe. Josh Webb released Mikel Platt Millers continued, "Some clubs may
down the left side of the penalty box have felt that several results we've
and his low cross was converted by achieved were a 'flash in the pan'. The
Dan Stewart. (4-2) last two results should have hopefully
dispelled those thoughts."
To their credit the Dolphins plugged
away until the end and were rewarded Dan Stewart was pleased with the
with a third goal in the fifth minute of result. "This is a good club and I feel
added time. A left wing in-swinging I've settled in well here. Despite the
corner from Moore saw Joe Felix short time I've been here, there have
deflect a header into his own net. (4-3) been a number of changes and the
team are playing a high intensity game
FT: HARTLEY 4 POOLE TOWN 3 which is what I like. A feature is that
every player in the team wants to play
MAN OF THE MATCH: DAN STEWART football on the floor."
ATTENDANCE: 255 Dan's goals came at a price. "I'm
pleased with my two goals but took a
Hartley Wintney: Adam Desbois, Joe kick from the defender when I scored
Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball, Nathan the first, which hurt," he added with a
Smart (c), Josh Webb, Marley Ridge, grimace.
Dan Stewart, Mitchell Parker, Mickel
Platt, Jack French Farnborough v Hartley Wintney,
Subs: Hadda Zongo, Tyron Smith (on), Evo-Stik League South, Premier
Salhan Abubakar, Harry Woodward, Nic South. Wednesday 26th Dec 2018
Ciardini Report by David Graham
Poole Town: Luke Cairney, Jordan Hartley Wintney took a large support to
Alawode-Williams, Josh Leslie-Smith, Farnborough, helping 'Boro to easily
Will Spetch. Jamie Whisken, Jake their biggest home crowd of the season
Smeeton, Sam Griffin, Corby Moore, at 547. The spectators were rewarded
James Constable, Marvin Brooks, Luke with a really good local derby. A one
Roberts. minute's silence was held for the much
Subs: Richard Gillespie, Sam House, respected former Farnborough
Jack Dickson, Jez Bedford, Adam Chairman, Alan Churchill, who recently
Granage passed away. Churchill was with the
club when 'Boro had their famous FA
After the game, David spoke with Cup match at West Ham Utd.
Hartley joint manager, Anthony
Millerick, and double goal scorer, Dan It was the Row who had the first
Stewart. chance in the first minute when a pass
from Josh Webb sent Mickel Platt clear.
"We believe that taking six points out The young striker took his shot early
of six against a good team like Poole but pulled it wide of the post.
Town is a good achievement," said a
visibly pleased Millerick. "Even so, I The 'Boro had a scare on 5 minutes
don't think we have reached 100% of when 'keeper, Liam Beach, saw his
our potential just yet, but we continue clearance charged down by an
15THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH
inrushing Dan Stewart. However, the HT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 0
'Boro 'keeper reacted quickest and got
back to save. A minute later, a low Steven Duff replaced Josh Webb - who
through ball deceived the Row defence was suffering a chest infection - for the
and Perry Coles was left clear. Hartley second period. Almost immediately
'keeper, Adam Desbois, came out Duff made a surging run down the left
quickly and pulled off a smart save at and his cross just eluded the incoming
the expense of a corner. The flag kick forwards.
from Coles found the head of Aaron
Oakley whose effort went wide. Straight afterwards, 'Boro had a good
chance to increase their lead after
Play moved to the other end of the Coles sent Fernandes clear of the
pitch and on 8 minutes good play Hartley defence. Desbois came out,
enabled Jack French on the right to set narrowed the angles and pulled off a
-up Platt. The striker saw his first effort good save.
blocked, as was his follow-up. Five
minutes later, French got free down A defining moment arrived on 54
the left and set-up Marley Ridge, minutes. A 'Boro corner on the right
whose strong effort from 20 yards was appeared to be over hit, eluded
deflected wide. everyone, and appeared to go
harmlessly for a goal kick. However,
Boro's main threats came from set referee Adrian Harris had seen a touch
pieces and it was from a corner that somewhere and awarded another
they took the lead on 20 minutes. A corner on the left, much to the ire of
flag kick on the right by Kurtis the visitors. The flag kick from Coles
Cumberbatch saw Perry Coles swivel was partly cleared but the return ball
and shoot home a good volleyed goal. into the penalty area found
(1-0) Coles was to play a prominent Cumberbatch with a good chance. The
part in the match later on. midfielder was hauled down by Jack
Ball and a penalty awarded. Perry Coles
The Row responded and on 24 minutes stepped up but saw his well struck
a long clearance set Dan Stewart free. effort saved by Desbois at full stretch.
The striker saw his parting shot well
saved by Beach. Things were to get worse for Coles on
66 minutes when, in an off the ball
Boro continued to trouble Hartley with incident, he punched Marley Ridge in
their direct play. On 34 minutes, Marc the face. This was spotted by referee
Charles-Smith had the ball in the net Harris who issued a straight red card.
after heading in a cross from Michael
Fernandes. However, the striker was The remainder of the match saw
adjudged to have pushed his marker Hartley camped around the 'Boro
and the goal was chalked off. penalty area as they sought an
equaliser. Nic Ciardini did well to set up
Hartley came into the game Joe Felix on 68 minutes and the young
approaching half time with Stewart full back saw his shot blocked. The
setting-up Platt, who saw his effort go rebound found its way to Stewart, who
just past the post. On the stroke of half watched as his effort was saved by
time, a Row clearance from a set piece Beach.
landed at the feet of Cumberbatch who
saw his effort saved by Desbois. A second dual between Beach and
16THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH
Stewart came in the 70th minute when HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois,
the Row striker worked his way Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball,
through the home defence. The 'Boro Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Jack
keeper pulled off a smart save with a French, Marley Ridge, Mickel Platt, Dan
block, and Platt's follow-up was Stewart, Salhin Abubakar
deflected wide. SUBS: Tyron Smith (on), Steven Duff
(on), Nic Ciardini (on), Chris Harris,
The pressure on the 'Boro goal became Hadda Zongo
more intense and the Row had a
golden chance to equalise on 79 After the game, David spoke with
minutes. Nic Ciardini was pushed as he Hartley joint manager, DAN
attempted to reach a long free kick TURKINGTON.
from Tyron Smith. Smith took the spot
kick but shot wide. "I thought 'Boro had a slight edge in
the first half with their direct
On 85 minutes, Ball set-up Ciardini but approach," said Turks. "However, even
his effort lacked power and Beach in the first half we shaded them on
saved. chances and we were the better side in
the second period. 'Boro always had a
But Hartley were eventually rewarded threat from set pieces and Adam did
for their efforts with a deserved well saving a one-on-one early in the
equaliser on 88 minutes. A long cross second half. As well as that, his penalty
from the left appeared to be over hit. save was excellent.
Dan Stewart was not for giving it up
and managed to keep the ball in play. "I suppose it would have been difficult
He beat a defender and crossed for to maintain the same levels we
Jack Ball to head home from close achieved against Taunton Town and
range. (1-1) Poole Town," Dan continued. "We
showed great resilience to keep going
The Row went for the winner and in to the end, and no one could deny that
added time Stewart set-up Felix, who we deserved at least a draw.
saw his fierce drive tipped over by
Beach. "Finally, a big thank you to the large
Hartley Wintney support today. This is
In the end honours even in an exciting much appreciated and made a
local derby. difference."
FT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 1
ATTENDANCE: 547
MAN OF THE MATCH: Jack Ball
FARNBOROUGH: Liam Beach, John
Oyenuga, Andrew Musungu, Kurtis
Cumerbatch, Michael Kamara, Aaron
Oakley, Michael Fernandes, Elliott
Bonds, Perry Coles, Marc Charles-
Smith, Reggie Young.
SUBS: Conner Cullen, Samij Bajja,
Seth Owens, Tom Leggett, Rob Bartley
17HARTLEY WINTNEY FC PEN PICS
Steve Noakes Jacques
Experienced defender, Kpohomouh
with the Row for Defender recently
several seasons. joined, having previ-
Previous clubs include ously played for
Fleet Town and MET Bangor City, South-
Police. Great organiser, port and Droylsden.
motivator and tactically Quick, strong and
intelligent defender. powerful in the air.
Sponsored by Sponsored by Mike
Hartley Wintney Parish
Juniors FC
Matt Evans Louie Paget
Joined us in the closed A versatile player
season. A defender, who can play at full
Matt has represented back on either flank
the Army over 30 times or anywhere in mid-
and UK Armed Forces field. Former U18
team 10 times. Played youth team captain.
for Rushden & Dia- Sponsored by Mark
monds & Winchester. Harpur
Nathan Smart Michael
Experienced defender Campbell
on dual registration Striker with pace,
from Slough Town. good close control
Adds a wealth of tal- and an eye for goal.
ent, pace and strength Joined the Row this
to the squad. summer.
Sponsored by
David Willoughby
Dan Stewart Jack French
Comfortable playing as Midfielder with su-
striker or in midfield, perb first touch who
Dan was previously finds his way out of
with Guildford City and seemingly impossi-
is a former Millwall and ble situations with
Charlton Athletic acade- his tight ball control.
my player. He joined Terrific workrate.
the Row in Nov 2018. Sponsored by
David Graham
Steve Duff Mitchell
A Hartley fans’ fa- Parker
vourite and club 24 year-old striker
legend, The Train with a good
helped the club goalscoring record
achieve two champi- from his time with
onship wins and a Reading City.
double promotion. Joined us from
Rejoined us at the Basingstoke Town
end of November. in December.
20HARTLEY WINTNEY FC PEN PICS
Josh Webb Ross Cook
Hard working and A prolific goalscorer
combative midfielder and a Hartley fans
with an incredible favourite. Rejoins
engine. Josh joined the Row for 2018/19
Hartley from Met after a successful
Police ahead of the spell last season
2017/18 season. with Thatcham
Sponsored by Town. Sponsored
Tony Flanders by Zoom Leisure
Tyron Smith Romario Hart
Cultured and experi- Joined at the start
enced midfielder of this season but
now in his 2nd sea- was out for a while
son with us. Previ- following an injury.
ously played with Quick, tricky winger
Kingstonian and Met previously with
Police. Colliers Wood and
Godalming Town.
Jayden Nick
Englefield Hutchings
A young, skilful Attacking full back
winger who joined who reads the game
us from Winchester extremely well.
City. Now in his 2nd Joined us from Farn-
season with the borough ahead of
Row. the 17/18 season.
Jack Ball Adam Desbois
Central defender The young 'keeper
now in his 2nd sea- joins the Row on a
son with us. Formed season-long work
a superb partner- experience placement
ship with Liam Ea- from Reading FC.
gle to help us to Adam is a member of
promotion. Spon- the England U19
sored by Duncan squad. Sponsored by
& Suzanne Swan Tyler House
Nic Ciardini Chris Harris
Experienced forward An up and coming
& midfielder, Nic goalkeeping talent
came to us from who has featured
for Reading U/23.
Farnborough last Assured handler of
season. ‘Cards’ is the ball. Was under-
our club captain for study to Struds last
18/19. Sponsored season.
by Colin Charlton
21MANAGEMENT & COACHING STAFF
Anthony Millerick
‘Millers’ is now in his 4th season with the Row and undoubtedly our
prize possession. A much sought-after manager whose services we
are fortunate to retain. Tactically astute and, whilst he can be uncom-
promising, he has a way with his players that engenders loyalty.
Sponsored by James Sharples
Dan Turkington
‘Turks’ joined as 1st team co-manager alongside
‘Millers’ ahead of the 2018-19 season. Dan managed
Camberley Town during one of their most successful
spells and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge
he now brings to the Row.
Luke Tuffs
1st Team Head Coach and U18 Youth Team manager,
‘Tuffs’ Holds the UEFA B licence and is an Academy Man-
ager at Pulse Chertsey. Has been with the Row throughout
our recent rise up the non-league pyramid. Tuffs is always
willing to assist anyone with an interest in the game. Now
helping forge ever closer links with the Juniors.
Sam Rafique
Sam holds a UEFA License and is currently an academy coach
with Aldershot Town FC. He’s had spells at Fleet Town, Godalming
Town & Camberley Town, the latter with a considerable success.
Sam and Luke Tuffs have known each other well for a number of
years; both share the same footballing philosophy.
Keith Benjamin
An experienced goalkeeping coach, Keith has known
Millers and Tuffs for over ten years, having working with
them whilst they were players at Camberley Town. He
comes with a wealth of experience including recent spells
at Farnborough and Kingstonian FC. He now provides
specialist goalkeeper mentoring and coaching to our
group of talented ‘keepers.
Mark Hurst
Mark is one of the highest regarded football coaches locally.
He previously worked with Anthony Millerick at Cove FC and
has worked as a coaches' coach at both Fulham and Villareal
FC recently. His coaching experience, and approach to help-
ing the players achieve their best, is sure to benefit every-
body directly involved with football at the club.
Eric Howard - Physio. Came to us with a wealth of footballing nouse and has
been part of the background staff behind our rise up the pyramid. Served us as
Reserve Team manager. Sponsored by John Whitehall
Mick Beard - Physio. Stalwart for the Row over several seasons.
Colin Charlton - Kit man. So much more than just the man who looks after the
kit! Sponsored by Nic Ciardini & Anna Musgrove
22THE NLP COLUMN
This week’s NLP programme col- the night and follow the Thurlow Nunn
umn was written by Hugo Varley league, then we believe their presence
in the pyramid provides a brilliant ex-
Are Hashtag United leading a new era posure for British Non-League football!
in football?
Silly season is fast approaching….
The arrival of Hashtag United in Step
Six this season has potentially heralded As the nights begin to rapidly draw in
the start of a footballing revolution. and the thermostat readings start to
The North London club, who are in plummet, we are quickly entering a
their inaugural season in Non-League, period of the campaign that is often
were founded by Youtube blogger loathed by supporters and groundsmen
Spencer Owen and boast a social me- alike. Waterlogged and frozen pitches
dia following which rivals many of the will likely become an ever increasing
top teams around the globe. phenomenon over the next few weeks
as fixtures begin to fall foul of the
With over 400,000 subscribers on weather, leaving players and fans kick-
Youtube, more than European giants ing their heels on Saturday afternoons.
Tottenham Hotspur, Atletico Madrid
and Inter Milan, Hashtag are promoting These postponements are certainly a
a unique way of following a football nuisance, especially for sides who are
team. beginning to string together a few good
results and will lead to the typical fix-
The club post regular behind the ture backlog in the spring, where play-
scenes clips onto social media through- ers often bust a gut to play several
out the week, while each match is doc- times each week. However, it is at this
umented through a stylish video, fea- time of year that we should think about
turing highlights, footage from inside the volunteers who put in countless
the changing rooms and interviews hours of work at clubs across the entire
with players and coaches. Non-League pyramid.
When it comes to the footballing side It is these volunteers who often help
of things, the team have also shown out with the thankless task of battling
that they are anything but a group of against the miserable weather condi-
fame hungry prima donnas. Managed tions as well as the odds to try and
by former East Thurrock boss Jay Dev- ensure that fixtures are fulfilled as the
ereux, Hashtag have spent much of the winter months begin to bite.
season near the top of the Thurlow
Nunn Division One South table and are As always, all Non-League fans owe a
targeting an instant promotion this huge amount of gratitude to these spir-
summer. ited individuals!
There is no doubt that the club divides @Nonleaguepaper
opinion within the footballing communi- www.thenonleaguefootballpaper.com
ty and in many respects they represent
a far cry from the humble tradi-
tions of Non-League. However,
ultimately if Hashtag are inspiring
people on the other side of the
world to wake up in the middle of
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SWINDON SUPERMARINE CLUB HISTORY
The football club was founded in 1992 manager, Ray Baverstock, took on the
from the amalgamation of two estab- difficult task of saving the club from
lished Hellenic League clubs - Swindon relegation and duly obliged with seven
Athletic and Supermarine. After the wins from the last eight league games.
merger, Swindon Supermarine regularly
finished in the top eight in the Hellenic For a fifth consecutive season Super-
Premier Division. In 1994/95, under marine started the 2005/06 league
managers Alan Dyton and Leo Colucci, campaign in the Southern League, with
Supermarine entered the Wiltshire Mark Collier in his first full season as
Premier Shield for the first time and manager and Ian Howell as his assis-
went all the way to the final only to tant. A fifth place finish was secured,
lose out to Trowbridge Town. That all the team losing in the play-off's to a
changed in 1996/97 when they won strong Hemel Hempstead Town. 06/07
their first trophies since the club's mer- season was even more successful, end-
ger, defeating Devizes Town in the final ing in a 2-0 win in the play-off final
of the Wiltshire Premier Shield and win- over Taunton Town to take SSFC into
ning the Hellenic Premier Division Chal- the Southern League Premier Division
lenge Cup. Then under John Fisher and for 07/08. The team were also success-
former Swindon Town stalwart, Don ful in winning the Wiltshire Premier
Rogers, in 1997/98 the team secured Shield 2-1 over Swindon Town.
their first Hellenic Premier Division
Championship. In 07/08 the side finish a creditable
12th. 08/09 saw them in the top six in
In 2000/01 the team won the Hellenic January and they had an excellent FA
League Premier Division and their ap- Trophy run, losing in the last 16 at
plication to join the Southern League Conference side Ebbsfleet. The cup run
(sponsored by Dr Martens) was accept- stretched them and they finished the
ed after a number of ground improve- campaign in mid-table. 09/10 saw the
ments were successfully undertaken. team struggle for most of the season, a
Manager Alan Dyton stepped down late run of results taking them out of
because of work commitments so in the relegation places to finish 15th.
July 2001 the club appointed Swindon
Town's community officer, Clive During the summer of 2010, the Execu-
Maguire. Unfortunately, Clive resigned tive Committee released a statement
at the end of October. His resignation indicating that the team was likely to
came after a disastrous start to the be disbanded due to a lack of funding.
season, with twelve defeats from thir- A new committee was formed to take
teen games. The club then secured the the club forward. A commitment to fi-
services of the vastly experienced John nancing a playing budget was made by
Murphy. With John at the helm the the new committee and Mark Collier
team staged a tremendous comeback accepted the position of continuing as
to ensure Southern League survival. club manager and began the task of
recruiting a playing squad for 2010/11.
At the end of September 2002 John That season saw the club maintain its
Murphy decided to relinquish his mana- Southern League Premier Division sta-
gerial position with the club rooted at tus with a very creditable 10th place
the bottom of the league. Academy finish. The team also had an exception-
Director, Tom Jones, was appointed al FA Cup run when they went further
but resigned following eight defeats. A than ever before as they reached the
few days later, former Cirencester Second Round and only lost 1-0 away
28SWINDON SUPERMARINE CLUB HISTORY
to NPower League 1 side, Colchester stage. On this occasion it came from a
United. A memorable day for all con- 2-1 defeat at Taunton Town. But alt-
nected to SSFC and its supporters. hough a disappointing end, the players
did themselves proud and were unlucky
A short while after this FA cup run, the to lose a game they dominated.
club accepted the resignation of Man-
ager Mark Collier and Assistant Tom The 2016/17 season saw a team shake
Jones in February 2011 due to personal up at the beginning, with a number of
reasons. Experienced players Gary Hor- experienced players being released and
gan and Matt Robinson took over in a a group of youngsters set to make their
caretaker role and the team finished mark on the team and the Southern
the season on a League. The play-
high. ers worked hard
all season, and all
2011/12 ended in but for a late slip
disappointment when they could have
the team were rele- made the play-
gated to Division One offs as the team
South & West after finished in sixth
finishing 22nd, miss- place, just one
ing out on 21st and position outside
survival only on goal the play-offs. In
difference. Shortly the Cups, SSFC
after the 2011/12 were successful in
season ended, High- winning the Wilt-
worth Town manager shire Senior Cup,
Dave Webb was ap- beating neigh-
proached by the club bours Highworth
committee with a Town 2-1 in the
view to taking over final.
the managerial position. Webb accept-
ed the offer and, along with his assis- In mid-January the following season,
tant at Highworth, Lee Spalding, they 2017/18, manager Dave Webb depart-
were duly appointed Manager and As- ed the club and his assistant, Lee Spal-
sistant Manager in May 2012 and ding, took on the role of Caretaker
quickly began the job of building a side Manager until the end of the season.
ready for the season ahead in 2012/13. Come the end of the season, Lee and
his team had finished in fifth place and
In Dave Webb's first two seasons he so in a play-off position, with a Semi-
managed to lead SSFC to two play-off Final at Evesham United. After drawing
finishes and two semi-final defeats, 1-1 after extra time, Marine went
both at the hands of Merthyr Town, the through 5-4 on penalties and onto a
first on penalties. play-off final at third placed Wimborne
Town. In another tight game, which
The 2015/16 season saw a couple of ended 0-0 after extra time, Marine won
wins in the FA Cup and FA Trophy that 4-3 on penalties and won promotion
helped the club’s funds. The team fin- back to the Evo-Stik South Premier Di-
ished the season in a play-off position vision; the South Division for season
and, just as they did in 2012 and 2013, 2018/19.
they unfortunately lost at the semi-final
29SWINDON SUPERMARINE PEN PICS
LEE SPALDING Manager: Joined as gerford Town after playing at Reading
Assistant Manager in July 2012 having Academy since a youngster.
spent the previous seasons at High-
worth Town, firstly as player and then ASH TAYLOR Defender: Joined in July
as assistant to Dave Webb. Played at a 2015 from then Hellenic League neigh-
high level, including at league sides bours Highworth Town. Powerful cen-
Swindon Town & Wycombe Wanderers. tral defender with good qualities on the
ball. Made the step up a division after
KEVIN MILSOM Assistant Manager: helping Highworth reach the Semi-Final
Kevin began his association with the of the FA Vase in 2014/15.
club a couple of seasons and stepped
up as assistant manager in Feb 2018 MATT COUPE Defender: Matt joined
when Lee Spalding became manager. in Oct 2017 from Cirencester Town.
Vastly experienced central defender
JOSH HILL Goalkeeper: Josh joined who began his career at Swindon Town
the club in July 2017 having been a and went on to play for Bath City, Chip-
triallist at Forest Green Rovers. penham Town, Gloucester City, as well
as Forest Green Rovers, Aberystwyth
WILL HENRY Goalkeeper: Will joined and Clevedon Town. After helping the
the club on loan from neighbours Swin- team to promotion last season, he was
don Town on 9th Nov 2018. rewarded with the manager’s Player of
the Season award.
DAN WILLIAMSON Defender: Read-
ing based Dan signed for Marine in ZAK WESTLAKE Defender: Joined in
June 2018 from Winchester City, hav- the summer of 2016 having spent the
ing joined City from Fleet Town with previous four seasons with fellow
manager Craig Davis in 2016. Strong league side North Leigh where he was
and powerful player that likes to get a regular goalscorer from central de-
forward and support the front players. fence. Made club captain last season.
JEREL IFIL Defender: Jerel returned MATT WILLIAMS Defender: Joined
from a 4-year retirement when he Marine in Oct 2018 from Gloucester
signed for Marine in September 2018. City. Played for Evesham United before
He had a professional career that took joining Hungerford Town in Dec 2017,
him from Watford to Bristol Rovers be- stepping up two divisions to play Na-
fore returning to Swindon to live and tional League South football.
playing non-league football with
Staines Town before retiring in 2014. DAVID BAMPTON Mid/Defender:
Skipper and central defender for many
KIERAN DIAZ-BENITEZ Defender: seasons before a bad back injury
Signed Dec 2017 from Royal Wootton forced him to stop playing midway
Bassett Town. Pacey and determined through 14/15. First signed for Marine
right full back. Currently back with from Worcester City in Feb 2010. Be-
Wootton Bassett on dual registration. fore that he made 3 senior appearanc-
es for Swindon Town. In May 2005 he
MICHAEL HOPKINS Defender: signed for then Conference League
Signed in Feb 2018 from North Leigh. club Tamworth and, over four seasons,
Can play either left side of defence or became a fans’ favourite, playing in an
in midfield. Before joining North Leigh FA Cup tie against Premier side Stoke
he had spells at Didcot Town and Hun- City. His performances prompted selec-
30SWINDON SUPERMARINE PEN PICS
tion for the England Non-League side in the National League South. Proved
but injury prevented his debut. to be one of the most influential mid-
fielders in the National League South
JOE SHEPHERD Mid / Defender: whilst at Hungerford, and made over a
Signed for Marine in the summer of hundred appearances for Hayes &
2014 from the previous season's cham- Yeading.
pions, Cirencester Town. A box to box
midfield player who can also play in RYAN CAMPBELL Mid / Winger:
defence; has a great engine. Signed in Dec 2016 from Chippenham
Town. An attacking left sided player
JAMIE EDGE Midfielder: Joined in Nov with a sweet left foot which helped him
2018 from Gloucester City, having win goal of the season last term with a
joined Gloucester from Hereford in Sept last-minute winner against Northwood
2017 after winning the Southern Prem- in the FA Cup.
ier Division title. Was on the books of
Arsenal, with manager Arsene Wenger JOSH PARSONS Striker: Returned for
personally overseeing the acquisition of his third spell in Nov 2015 from Ciren-
Jamie from Cheltenham Town. cester Town. Has been Marine’s leading
goalscorer in the past two seasons and
BRAD HOOPER Midfielder: Joined in has scored over 100 goals for the club.
the summer of 2016 from Cirencester
Town. A precocious talent, skilful on BRADLEY GRAY Striker: Returned for
the ball with an eye for a pass as he a third spell with the club in Dec 2017
likes to keep the ball on the floor. from Evesham United having previously
Scored 15 goals in his first season at joined in 2011 from Forest Green Rov-
the Webbswoodm and 14 goals last ers and in 2013 from Hungerford Town.
season from midfield.
STUART FLEETWOOD Striker: Joined
CONNOR THOMPSON Def/Mid/ in June 2018 have played for Redditch
Striker: Signed in Jan 2016 after being United and Merthyr Town last season.
released by National Conference North A vastly experienced striker having
side Gloucester City. joined the Cardiff City Youth setup as a
12-year-old.
HENRY SPALDING Midfielder: Re-
turned to the club for his second spell CONOR McDONAGH Striker: Oxford-
in Nov 2018. The eldest son of Manag- shire based Conor joined in June 2018
er Lee Spalding, he first signed in the have played for Kidlington and Banbury
summer of 2016 from Bristol City United last season. The 25-year-old is
where he had been since a junior. an experienced striker who started his
career as a scholar with Oxford United
JOE SELMAN Mid / Winger: Arrived in before joining Oxford City in the sum-
July 2016 after being released by Bris- mer of 2011, playing primarily for the
tol City. Can play either on the right Oxford City Nomads side in the Hellenic
side of midfield or further forward. League. He joined Didcot Town at the
Pacey and technically gifted player. start of the 2015/16 season but moved
up two levels to join National League
LUKE WILLIAMS Midfielder: Previous South side Oxford City in September
Clubs Wealdstone, Hungerford Town, 2015 before signing for Banbury United
Hayes & Yeading. Joined Marine in a year later, and subsequently joining
Aug from Wealdstone where he played Kidlington in February 2018.
31HARTLEY WINTNEY JUNIOR FC
Hartley Wintney Junior FC - U15's
Going into the Christmas break, Hartley Wintney under 15's are top of their divi-
sion; the best start this team has ever had. It may be a coincidence that the
team has a new manager this season. That would be easy for me to say, as I'm
the bloke who has stepped
into these shoes (boots). It
may also be a coincidence
that the team is being
coached on Thursday eve-
nings by Anthony Millerick.
Watching from the sidelines
over the last few years, I felt
that the biggest thing the
boys needed to learn was
more about how to change
shape, as a team, reacting to
the changing game mo-
ments. Taking up the reigns
of management/coach has
enabled me to focus on that in the pre-season preparation.
I spent some weeks at the end of summer doing the Level 1 coaching badge.
Having played all my life, I didn't think I had much to learn, but it was a refresh-
ing upgrade on my experience as a player, that's for sure. It's helped structure
how to teach the boys what they need to do with a common, modern language
of Football.
It also means that what 'Millers' is teaching them in his coaching sessions is res-
onating more and more, because I'm able to reinforce it each weekend in the
pre-match warm up. The coaching from Millers is a critical part of the improve-
ment in the team’s performance. It feels like slow progress at times - I'm sure it
does for Anthony too. But the improvement is showing already in team perfor-
mances.
Being compact when out of possession, then finding width and space when in
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