The final session of 2007 will be a joint fun session with the U8s on Sat 22nd (10.30) at The Closes. If you can't make it, thanks for all the hard work and effort in the last few months.
We start training again at Cumnor School on Sat Jan 12th. We're trying to arrange a match for either the 19th or the 26th. We'll let you know as soon as a fixture is confirmed.
Have a great Christmas and New Year
David & Tim
Tuesday 18 December 2007
Saturday 1 December 2007
Cumnor U7s v Carteron U7s 1st Dec 2007 (friendly)
Cumnor Dig Deep To Remain Unbeaten
Biting cold and a well-drilled Carterton meant Cumnor had to play especially well to keep our unbeaten record. With key players (Rory, Laurie and Henry) out, Ollie going to the wrong ground (oops Ollie and Liz!!!) and a third of our squad heading off to see revolting Romans... the coaches were more than happy with today's performances.
In the first game, Adam M played in goal, Joe in defence, with Will/James and Ben/Fyn playing half each in midfield, Freddie and Adam W also in midfield and Binky up front. It was end to end stuff from the kick-off with both teams threatening to take an early lead. Will made a strong run pushing the ball into the box but the Carterton keeper was on it, whacked it into Binky and then watched in horror as the ball went inches wide. Cumnor played the more measured football with Ben controlling the midfield. Increased pressure saw Adam W through on goal, with a split second to react, Adam did the right thing, shot early and sent a terrific shot just past the post.
Carterton came back strongly from two early Cumnor chances with Joe - ever alert at the back - showing yet again why he has been our our best (and most important) players. Freddie, making his debut, showed some lovely touches and passed the ball beautifully. The best move of the half led to Cumnor's opening goal when Ben, out wide on the right, hit a superb pass into space for Binky. Showing great awareness, Binky sent a low cross into the middle for Will, who seized his opportunity well and slid the ball past the diving keeper. 1-0. Cumnor almost ended the half 2-0 up when Ben's intelligent lob over the Carterton defence was just claimed by the goalie.
In the second-half, Fyn and James replaced Ben and Will and were straight into the action. Carterton started to look dangerous but a great pass by Fyn to Binky saw Cumnor go close again. With Carterton threatening from corners (blame the coaches for not showing the boys how to defend them!) Adam M was getting more involved in the game. The Carteron goal finally came in bizarre circumstances when a clearance ball cannoned off a Cumnor player and past an unlucky Adam. 1-1.
The game was well and truly on. Freddie, James and Adam W linked up well but we were increasingly forced to defend deep. Another blistering Carteron corner was initially beaten away before being scrambled in. 2-1 Carterton.
With the game drawing to a close, Cumnor kept fighting. Fyn played another clever pass through to James who despite stretching every sinew to reach it, couldn't quite get on the end. Moments later Fyn was through, hit a low hard shot which thudded into the post and out. With the ref looking at his watch (and the coaches getting more frantic) Cumnor launched one last attack. The ball ended up in the area and was bouncing around the box before somehow hitting the back of the Carterton net. 2-2. At time of writing, Steve Earl is reviewing video evidence to see who can claim the goal: Binky or his son, James (no pressure then, Steve!).
But... the match wasn't over! Carterton attacked again and their tricky no.8 almost broke the post with a fierce drive. The ball eventually went out for another Carterton corner which thundered into the box before James miraculously (I think) hooked it over his own bar. Final whistle: 2-2. Phew.
In the second match, Will started in goal, Adam M and Ben shared defensive duties, James (swapping with Will at half-time), Louis and Toby played in midfield with Fyn up front. Cumnor controlled this game from the start with Adam M laying a solid foundation at the back and Fyn being a constant threat in attack. But it was in midfield where we really shone: Toby was quite superb raiding down the right wing like Robert Pires at his best! Ben continued to play like Michael Essien (is that okay, Tim?) and James displayed the passing prowess of Michael Carrick. Special praise must go to Louis who, on his debut, showed why he is so highly rated.
The first goal of the game was an absolute gem with Toby flying in from the right wing to send a scorching shot into the corner of the net. Then Louis opened his account for Cumnor shortly afterwards with a well-taken left-footed effort. 2-0. With Cumnor on top we still managed to keep our shape and play excellent football. Toby went close again just before half-time.
In the second-half, Adam M pushed up front, Fyn dropped into midfield, Ben dropped back and Will and James swapped. With Will threatening down the left and Toby down the right, Cumnor went straight into attack mode. A free kick on the the left hand side saw Louis play a smart ball to Ben who leathered a long range shot at the startled keeper. Shortly afterwards, Ben took the ball down the left wing and played Louis in to score his second. 3-0. At this point in proceedings Cumnor, with a commanding lead, tend to lose our shape and chase goals but thanks to some disciplined positional play by Ben and Louis, we didn't today. Will showed the benefit of following up and raced into the box to smash a rebound in. 4-0. Carteron kept fighting and did threaten briefly. James looked thoroughly bored in goal but his dad was on hand to remind him to keep his eyes on the game. In the last couple of minutes, Louis took Will's cross in his stride and scored his third goal. 5-0: a great win.
Both teams played exceptionally well. In the first game, we fought hard and kept our nerve to earn a very good draw against a tough team. And in the second match, we played disciplined attacking football, kept our shape and deserved to win. Carterton are the best team we've faced this year so to go away from home and do what we did today was excellent. Well done!
Player of the Week: Excellent performances from Toby, Ben C and Joe but our two debutants deserve special praise: Louis for bagging a hat-trick and Freddie for such a mature display in midfield. Player of the Week is Freddie for making such an outstanding debut.
Golden Boot 12/1/2007
We're not saying! The Coaches think that the Golden Boot is making people a little 'goal crazy' so we're removing it from the website. For now. Don't worry, we'll keep an eye on the goalscorers and we'll announce our Golden Boot winner at the end of season awards night.
Training next week at Cumnor School
Biting cold and a well-drilled Carterton meant Cumnor had to play especially well to keep our unbeaten record. With key players (Rory, Laurie and Henry) out, Ollie going to the wrong ground (oops Ollie and Liz!!!) and a third of our squad heading off to see revolting Romans... the coaches were more than happy with today's performances.
In the first game, Adam M played in goal, Joe in defence, with Will/James and Ben/Fyn playing half each in midfield, Freddie and Adam W also in midfield and Binky up front. It was end to end stuff from the kick-off with both teams threatening to take an early lead. Will made a strong run pushing the ball into the box but the Carterton keeper was on it, whacked it into Binky and then watched in horror as the ball went inches wide. Cumnor played the more measured football with Ben controlling the midfield. Increased pressure saw Adam W through on goal, with a split second to react, Adam did the right thing, shot early and sent a terrific shot just past the post.
Carterton came back strongly from two early Cumnor chances with Joe - ever alert at the back - showing yet again why he has been our our best (and most important) players. Freddie, making his debut, showed some lovely touches and passed the ball beautifully. The best move of the half led to Cumnor's opening goal when Ben, out wide on the right, hit a superb pass into space for Binky. Showing great awareness, Binky sent a low cross into the middle for Will, who seized his opportunity well and slid the ball past the diving keeper. 1-0. Cumnor almost ended the half 2-0 up when Ben's intelligent lob over the Carterton defence was just claimed by the goalie.
In the second-half, Fyn and James replaced Ben and Will and were straight into the action. Carterton started to look dangerous but a great pass by Fyn to Binky saw Cumnor go close again. With Carterton threatening from corners (blame the coaches for not showing the boys how to defend them!) Adam M was getting more involved in the game. The Carteron goal finally came in bizarre circumstances when a clearance ball cannoned off a Cumnor player and past an unlucky Adam. 1-1.
The game was well and truly on. Freddie, James and Adam W linked up well but we were increasingly forced to defend deep. Another blistering Carteron corner was initially beaten away before being scrambled in. 2-1 Carterton.
With the game drawing to a close, Cumnor kept fighting. Fyn played another clever pass through to James who despite stretching every sinew to reach it, couldn't quite get on the end. Moments later Fyn was through, hit a low hard shot which thudded into the post and out. With the ref looking at his watch (and the coaches getting more frantic) Cumnor launched one last attack. The ball ended up in the area and was bouncing around the box before somehow hitting the back of the Carterton net. 2-2. At time of writing, Steve Earl is reviewing video evidence to see who can claim the goal: Binky or his son, James (no pressure then, Steve!).
But... the match wasn't over! Carterton attacked again and their tricky no.8 almost broke the post with a fierce drive. The ball eventually went out for another Carterton corner which thundered into the box before James miraculously (I think) hooked it over his own bar. Final whistle: 2-2. Phew.
In the second match, Will started in goal, Adam M and Ben shared defensive duties, James (swapping with Will at half-time), Louis and Toby played in midfield with Fyn up front. Cumnor controlled this game from the start with Adam M laying a solid foundation at the back and Fyn being a constant threat in attack. But it was in midfield where we really shone: Toby was quite superb raiding down the right wing like Robert Pires at his best! Ben continued to play like Michael Essien (is that okay, Tim?) and James displayed the passing prowess of Michael Carrick. Special praise must go to Louis who, on his debut, showed why he is so highly rated.
The first goal of the game was an absolute gem with Toby flying in from the right wing to send a scorching shot into the corner of the net. Then Louis opened his account for Cumnor shortly afterwards with a well-taken left-footed effort. 2-0. With Cumnor on top we still managed to keep our shape and play excellent football. Toby went close again just before half-time.
In the second-half, Adam M pushed up front, Fyn dropped into midfield, Ben dropped back and Will and James swapped. With Will threatening down the left and Toby down the right, Cumnor went straight into attack mode. A free kick on the the left hand side saw Louis play a smart ball to Ben who leathered a long range shot at the startled keeper. Shortly afterwards, Ben took the ball down the left wing and played Louis in to score his second. 3-0. At this point in proceedings Cumnor, with a commanding lead, tend to lose our shape and chase goals but thanks to some disciplined positional play by Ben and Louis, we didn't today. Will showed the benefit of following up and raced into the box to smash a rebound in. 4-0. Carteron kept fighting and did threaten briefly. James looked thoroughly bored in goal but his dad was on hand to remind him to keep his eyes on the game. In the last couple of minutes, Louis took Will's cross in his stride and scored his third goal. 5-0: a great win.
Both teams played exceptionally well. In the first game, we fought hard and kept our nerve to earn a very good draw against a tough team. And in the second match, we played disciplined attacking football, kept our shape and deserved to win. Carterton are the best team we've faced this year so to go away from home and do what we did today was excellent. Well done!
Player of the Week: Excellent performances from Toby, Ben C and Joe but our two debutants deserve special praise: Louis for bagging a hat-trick and Freddie for such a mature display in midfield. Player of the Week is Freddie for making such an outstanding debut.
Golden Boot 12/1/2007
We're not saying! The Coaches think that the Golden Boot is making people a little 'goal crazy' so we're removing it from the website. For now. Don't worry, we'll keep an eye on the goalscorers and we'll announce our Golden Boot winner at the end of season awards night.
Training next week at Cumnor School
Saturday 17 November 2007
Cumnor U7s v Witney Vikings U7s 17 Nov (friendly)
Goal Glut at The Closes
In an all action encounter with a spirited Witney Vikings, Cumnor put in two clinical - and winning - performances. In the first match, Binky threatened from the kick-off going very close with an early effort. Henry was quickly into his stride too and almost scored before Witney could draw breath. But after two early scares the visitors settled and attacked well down the left flank before goalkeeper Toby collected the ball and put a mighty kick up field. From the knockdown Binky was there again and saw his shot cleared from the line. After another Witney attack, Ben Mc gathered the ball in the Cumnor area, threaded a short pass through the crowd and set Binky free to run the whole length of the field to score a great individual goal.
Minutes later, Cumnor were back in the Witney danger zone when Henry powered through and unleashed a great shot drawing an excellent save from the Witney keeper. But Binky was on hand to pounce and slot his - and Cumnor's - 2nd home. Binky netted his hat-trick after another Rooney-esque stinger from Henry fell at his feet. With Joe yet again rock solid at the back and Adam W, Laurie and Ben Mc scrapping for everything in midfield... Binky and Henry were enjoying the freedom to attack.
3-0 half-time.
In the second-half, Toby went wide on the left and Joe went in. Toby was instantly in the action - using all that pent up frustration at being in goal - and set up Henry for his 1st and Cumnor's 4th. Despite playing in defence, Henry cropped up out wide, slid a wonderful ball through to Binky who couldn't quite finish it. Within seconds of the miss, Toby went through to score his 1st goal and take Cumnor to a commanding 5-0 lead.
Despite being well ahead, Cumnor continued to play football. Binky was again on the receiving end of some good midfield work to score his 4th of the match. But it wasn't all Cumnor, Witney threatened and would have scored if Joe hadn't rushed the striker and put him off. Another great midfield interception set Henry (now giving up his defensive duties completely!) free to score another excellent goal. 7-0 but Witney weren't finished; a hopeful shot went skimming towards Joe who aimed a massive kick at it, missed, and saw the ball roll past him into the net. Unlucky Joe... but you still have to go in goal when it's your turn!
With seconds left Henry had a chance to claim his deserved hat-trick but sent the ball inches wide.
Result: 7-1 and a terrific performance full of excellent movement, strong tackling and great finishing especially by Binky and Henry. Well done.
In the second match Cumnor started with Fyn in goal and Will up front. Ben C was straight into the action and teased the Witney defence with an early run. More Cumnor pressure saw Adam M burst through a crowd of players to score a smartly-taken goal. With Cumnor organized and disciplined, the chances kept coming and Will grabbed the 2nd goal. More clever work by Ben saw Cumnor go agonisingly close again.
With Rory solid at the back, Cumnor were able to hold their shape and attack. But we weren't afraid to go Route 1 if necessary with a whacking great kick by Fyn controlled nicely by Will who just over ran the ball before getting his shot in. The chances kept coming with Adam and James - a potent force in midfield - both going close. Will had a cracking shot saved by the Witney keeper only for Ollie to score from the rebound and put Cumnor 3-0 up.
By now, Cumnor were getting a bit goal crazy and although we played some nice football, we sacrificed our shape and discipline in the pursuit of goals. Ollie did remember to pass however, and set Will up for his second. Will repaid the favour a minute later as Ollie banged home Will's rebound. But the best Cumnor move was saved for the last seconds of the half: James received the ball wide left, looked up and found Will who played a first time ball into Ollie to score his 3rd. A reminder that, when we look for the pass, we play better football.
Half-time 7-0
In the second-half, Rory replaced Fyn in goal who returned to his usual position up front.... and it wasn't long before the captain - and Cumnor's very own 'fox in the box' - got on the goal sheet turning Ben C's corner in. Will reverted to his wide left position and played a lovely pass into the rampaging James who took his goal nicely. Another sweet Will pass saw Fyn go close to grabbing his 2nd. Full credit to Witney however, who kept pushing forward. Rory had little to do in goal which made his superb save - low down to the right - even more impressive. Ollie was asked to play at the back but was determined to get forward (and claim an outright lead in the race for the Golden Boot, perhaps?) Cumnor's final - and 10th - goal was a Witney own goal. Then, with seconds left, Witney launched one last attack and just managed to squeeze the ball past an unlucky Rory. It was the 1st goal this Cumnor team have conceded all season.
A 10-1 win is an impressive feat. Again, Cumnor took all their chances well. Despite only scoring three goals in the second-half, the coaches both felt it was a much better team performance.
Two matches, two wins... fantastic effort and well done to everyone.
Player of the Week: everyone deserves special praise but for dominating the action with his clever running, passing and decision making, our POTW is Ben Cruttenden.
Next Week: Training at Cumnor School (10.30 - 12.00)
Next Match: Carterton (tbc) at the Closes 1 Dec 2007
In an all action encounter with a spirited Witney Vikings, Cumnor put in two clinical - and winning - performances. In the first match, Binky threatened from the kick-off going very close with an early effort. Henry was quickly into his stride too and almost scored before Witney could draw breath. But after two early scares the visitors settled and attacked well down the left flank before goalkeeper Toby collected the ball and put a mighty kick up field. From the knockdown Binky was there again and saw his shot cleared from the line. After another Witney attack, Ben Mc gathered the ball in the Cumnor area, threaded a short pass through the crowd and set Binky free to run the whole length of the field to score a great individual goal.
Minutes later, Cumnor were back in the Witney danger zone when Henry powered through and unleashed a great shot drawing an excellent save from the Witney keeper. But Binky was on hand to pounce and slot his - and Cumnor's - 2nd home. Binky netted his hat-trick after another Rooney-esque stinger from Henry fell at his feet. With Joe yet again rock solid at the back and Adam W, Laurie and Ben Mc scrapping for everything in midfield... Binky and Henry were enjoying the freedom to attack.
3-0 half-time.
In the second-half, Toby went wide on the left and Joe went in. Toby was instantly in the action - using all that pent up frustration at being in goal - and set up Henry for his 1st and Cumnor's 4th. Despite playing in defence, Henry cropped up out wide, slid a wonderful ball through to Binky who couldn't quite finish it. Within seconds of the miss, Toby went through to score his 1st goal and take Cumnor to a commanding 5-0 lead.
Despite being well ahead, Cumnor continued to play football. Binky was again on the receiving end of some good midfield work to score his 4th of the match. But it wasn't all Cumnor, Witney threatened and would have scored if Joe hadn't rushed the striker and put him off. Another great midfield interception set Henry (now giving up his defensive duties completely!) free to score another excellent goal. 7-0 but Witney weren't finished; a hopeful shot went skimming towards Joe who aimed a massive kick at it, missed, and saw the ball roll past him into the net. Unlucky Joe... but you still have to go in goal when it's your turn!
With seconds left Henry had a chance to claim his deserved hat-trick but sent the ball inches wide.
Result: 7-1 and a terrific performance full of excellent movement, strong tackling and great finishing especially by Binky and Henry. Well done.
In the second match Cumnor started with Fyn in goal and Will up front. Ben C was straight into the action and teased the Witney defence with an early run. More Cumnor pressure saw Adam M burst through a crowd of players to score a smartly-taken goal. With Cumnor organized and disciplined, the chances kept coming and Will grabbed the 2nd goal. More clever work by Ben saw Cumnor go agonisingly close again.
With Rory solid at the back, Cumnor were able to hold their shape and attack. But we weren't afraid to go Route 1 if necessary with a whacking great kick by Fyn controlled nicely by Will who just over ran the ball before getting his shot in. The chances kept coming with Adam and James - a potent force in midfield - both going close. Will had a cracking shot saved by the Witney keeper only for Ollie to score from the rebound and put Cumnor 3-0 up.
By now, Cumnor were getting a bit goal crazy and although we played some nice football, we sacrificed our shape and discipline in the pursuit of goals. Ollie did remember to pass however, and set Will up for his second. Will repaid the favour a minute later as Ollie banged home Will's rebound. But the best Cumnor move was saved for the last seconds of the half: James received the ball wide left, looked up and found Will who played a first time ball into Ollie to score his 3rd. A reminder that, when we look for the pass, we play better football.
Half-time 7-0
In the second-half, Rory replaced Fyn in goal who returned to his usual position up front.... and it wasn't long before the captain - and Cumnor's very own 'fox in the box' - got on the goal sheet turning Ben C's corner in. Will reverted to his wide left position and played a lovely pass into the rampaging James who took his goal nicely. Another sweet Will pass saw Fyn go close to grabbing his 2nd. Full credit to Witney however, who kept pushing forward. Rory had little to do in goal which made his superb save - low down to the right - even more impressive. Ollie was asked to play at the back but was determined to get forward (and claim an outright lead in the race for the Golden Boot, perhaps?) Cumnor's final - and 10th - goal was a Witney own goal. Then, with seconds left, Witney launched one last attack and just managed to squeeze the ball past an unlucky Rory. It was the 1st goal this Cumnor team have conceded all season.
A 10-1 win is an impressive feat. Again, Cumnor took all their chances well. Despite only scoring three goals in the second-half, the coaches both felt it was a much better team performance.
Two matches, two wins... fantastic effort and well done to everyone.
Player of the Week: everyone deserves special praise but for dominating the action with his clever running, passing and decision making, our POTW is Ben Cruttenden.
Next Week: Training at Cumnor School (10.30 - 12.00)
Next Match: Carterton (tbc) at the Closes 1 Dec 2007
Saturday 3 November 2007
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Cumnor U7s v Stanford Youth U7s 3rd Nov 2007 (friendly)
The unbeaten run continues!
Beautiful morning and two more excellent performances against a very spirited Stanford Youth.
The B's were involved in another roller coaster match full of hard tackling, strong running and slick passing. Binky had little to do in goal in the first-half due mainly to another terrific defensive performance by Joe. In midfield Henry, Laurie, Ben Mc and Adam W were everywhere whilst Toby was a constant threat in attack. It was a real tussle in the middle and the deadlock was broken when Ben Mc seized on a loose ball in the Stanford area and scored his first goal for Cumnor Minors. Well done, Ben!
Half-time: 1-0 Cumnor.
In the second-half, Laurie replaced Binky in goal and was immediately called upon to make a sharp save. Binky was sprightly with the ball at his feet and he and Henry continued to make incisive breaks. Adam handled the pressure of playing his 'home' team exceedingly well and was influential on the left. Toby went looking for the ball and was central to many of our best moves. However, Stanford started to look dangerous but Joe was marvellous with his no nonsense interceptions. As in recent weeks, the boys dug in, fought for one another and looked like holding onto the win until the live wire Stanford number 7 scored a spectacular goal. Laurie could have been 10 foot tall with telescopic arms and he still would have struggled to keep out such a lob. Unlucky. 1-1.
There was drama in the last seconds as Henry (our late goal specialist) saw his excellent shot hit the post. Final whistle, 1-1, unbeaten.
Earlier, the A's put in another superb team effort to continue their impressive start to the season with a 6-0 win. James barely touched the ball in goal in the first-half (relax, you've done your stint in goal now, James!). Rory was again, awesome at the back, timing his runs to perfection and snuffing out the Stanford attacks. Will, Ben C, Adam M and Ollie were quite unstoppable in midfield and Fyn threatened every time he had the ball.
Ollie - playing like Steven Gerrard - was quite magnificent in the middle and scored early on. Will netted goal number two after the Stanford goalie saved Fyn's shot before Ollie grabbed his second. By now Cumnor were firmly in control and played some lovely passes into space and down the flanks. Adam M showed great touch and awareness. Ben continued the good work with a thundering goal before Will scored his second... and his first goal of the season with his favoured left foot.
Half-time: 5-0
In the second-half Ben went into goal and had to put up with his dad standing behind him offering 'advice'. James and Rory pushed into midfield and Will dropped back into defence. It was a much tighter half and Cumnor probably got a bit carried away with the scoreline and went chasing the ball. Stanford stayed organised and kept battling. Will went wandering and left his defensive duties behind but luckily, the ever-watchful Rory was there to cover. Cumnor only really had one chance in the second half and hat-trick hero Ollie was on hand to take it.
Final score: 6-0. Wonderful work, boys!
It was a fantastic morning and Stanford were great guests considering they only had 8 players. They battled hard and never complained.
That means played 6, won 4, drawn 2.
Player of the Week for his tenacity and fighting spirit: Laurie
Golden Boot 3/11/2007
Will 6
Fyn 5
Ollie 5
Ben C 3
Henry 1
Binky 1
Rory 1
Toby 1
James 1
Ben Mc 1
Next match: Witney Vikings at home Sat Nov 17th (tbc)
Training next Saturday at Cumnor School
Beautiful morning and two more excellent performances against a very spirited Stanford Youth.
The B's were involved in another roller coaster match full of hard tackling, strong running and slick passing. Binky had little to do in goal in the first-half due mainly to another terrific defensive performance by Joe. In midfield Henry, Laurie, Ben Mc and Adam W were everywhere whilst Toby was a constant threat in attack. It was a real tussle in the middle and the deadlock was broken when Ben Mc seized on a loose ball in the Stanford area and scored his first goal for Cumnor Minors. Well done, Ben!
Half-time: 1-0 Cumnor.
In the second-half, Laurie replaced Binky in goal and was immediately called upon to make a sharp save. Binky was sprightly with the ball at his feet and he and Henry continued to make incisive breaks. Adam handled the pressure of playing his 'home' team exceedingly well and was influential on the left. Toby went looking for the ball and was central to many of our best moves. However, Stanford started to look dangerous but Joe was marvellous with his no nonsense interceptions. As in recent weeks, the boys dug in, fought for one another and looked like holding onto the win until the live wire Stanford number 7 scored a spectacular goal. Laurie could have been 10 foot tall with telescopic arms and he still would have struggled to keep out such a lob. Unlucky. 1-1.
There was drama in the last seconds as Henry (our late goal specialist) saw his excellent shot hit the post. Final whistle, 1-1, unbeaten.
Earlier, the A's put in another superb team effort to continue their impressive start to the season with a 6-0 win. James barely touched the ball in goal in the first-half (relax, you've done your stint in goal now, James!). Rory was again, awesome at the back, timing his runs to perfection and snuffing out the Stanford attacks. Will, Ben C, Adam M and Ollie were quite unstoppable in midfield and Fyn threatened every time he had the ball.
Ollie - playing like Steven Gerrard - was quite magnificent in the middle and scored early on. Will netted goal number two after the Stanford goalie saved Fyn's shot before Ollie grabbed his second. By now Cumnor were firmly in control and played some lovely passes into space and down the flanks. Adam M showed great touch and awareness. Ben continued the good work with a thundering goal before Will scored his second... and his first goal of the season with his favoured left foot.
Half-time: 5-0
In the second-half Ben went into goal and had to put up with his dad standing behind him offering 'advice'. James and Rory pushed into midfield and Will dropped back into defence. It was a much tighter half and Cumnor probably got a bit carried away with the scoreline and went chasing the ball. Stanford stayed organised and kept battling. Will went wandering and left his defensive duties behind but luckily, the ever-watchful Rory was there to cover. Cumnor only really had one chance in the second half and hat-trick hero Ollie was on hand to take it.
Final score: 6-0. Wonderful work, boys!
It was a fantastic morning and Stanford were great guests considering they only had 8 players. They battled hard and never complained.
That means played 6, won 4, drawn 2.
Player of the Week for his tenacity and fighting spirit: Laurie
Golden Boot 3/11/2007
Will 6
Fyn 5
Ollie 5
Ben C 3
Henry 1
Binky 1
Rory 1
Toby 1
James 1
Ben Mc 1
Next match: Witney Vikings at home Sat Nov 17th (tbc)
Training next Saturday at Cumnor School
Thursday 25 October 2007
Cumnor U7s v Stanford Youth U7s Sat Nov 3rd
Two friendly fixtures against Stanford are now confirmed at the Closes. Kick off is at 10.30, please be at the ground by 10. There is also training for the U6s.
Monday 15 October 2007
Saturday 13 October 2007
Cumnor U7s v Kingston U7s 13th Oct 2007 (friendly)
U7s v Kingston... another storming display by Cumnor.
Despite a mix up with the kit, Cumnor emerged unbeaten in another friendly fixture (perhaps we should always play in red?)
The A's held their shape and put together some crisp passing moves to ensure a stunning 5-0 win.
Adam M was a strong presence in goal and commanded his area well. Rory continued his excellent form from last week and made some telling interceptions. In midfield, Ollie and James battled hard for the ball and distributed well. Particular credit must go to James who almost didn't play due to a recent illness. Out wide, Will and Ben were a constant threat to Kingston... and they also tracked back extremely well to contain the dangerous Kingston number 7, Tommy. Up front, capt. Fyn showed his natural goalscoring instincts with three beautifully taken goals.
In the first half, Cumnor pressed forward from the whistle. Will made some fine breaks, hugging the left touchline and setting Fyn up for goal number 1. A lively Ben C scored the second when his smart shot was deflected in off an unfortunate defender. Tim made sure that Ben rightly claimed the goal! More slick passing saw Will put Fyn through for his second and a lead of 3-o at half-time.
We changed it around for the second-half with Ollie finally getting his chance in goal. The dynamic Adam M slotted nicely into midfield and pushed forward with real purpose. Will got the fourth goal burying a difficult chance with his right foot before Fyn finished off his hat-trick in true O'Shea style. James took a much-needed breather at the back and Rory came into midfield and really got stuck in.
Well done everyone... and bragging rights for Ben C when he goes back to school on Monday and faces all his Kingston friends!
The B's fought well and deserved their 1-1 draw. Ben Mc was once more very assured in goal in the first half. Joe - our player of the week last week - was superb in defence yet again and was well partnered by Adam W. In midfield, Toby, Henry and Binky fought for every ball. Laurie started up front but was much happier dropping into midfield where he could be right in the thick of the action.
Cumnor made some excellent breaks with Toby being especially dangerous out wide and on the edge of the box. In an astute tactical move by the coaches(!), Binky was pushed up front and within seconds was through on goal. Showing nerves of steel he slid the ball past the goalie for a 1-0 lead. Kingston pressed forward and managed to draw level just before half-time.
In the second-half, Henry replaced Ben Mc in goal and made a brilliant save with his feet which kept us in the game. In a fast, end-to-end half, both teams tested each other to the limit. Joe, Toby and Laurie tackled hard and both Binky and Adam W took knocks. Adam M was called on as a late replacement and made some powerful runs. For the second week running Adam W made a telling interception with his back to the ball (great awareness, Adam!)
The game finished 1-1 and for the second week running, the boys showed real character and fight.
It was an excellent day and we were made to feel very welcome by the Kingston players, coaches and parents (great bacon butties, too!)
That means we've played 4, won 3 and drawn 1. What an excellent start to the season.
Player of the Week for his all round play and excellent attitude: Toby
Golden Boot 13/10/2007
Fyn 5
Will 4
Ollie 2
Ben 2
Henry 1
Binky 1
Rory 1
Toby 1
James 1
Training for U6s and U7s on Sat Oct 20th at Cumnor School
Next match: Stanford Youth at home Sat Nov 3rd (tbc)
Despite a mix up with the kit, Cumnor emerged unbeaten in another friendly fixture (perhaps we should always play in red?)
The A's held their shape and put together some crisp passing moves to ensure a stunning 5-0 win.
Adam M was a strong presence in goal and commanded his area well. Rory continued his excellent form from last week and made some telling interceptions. In midfield, Ollie and James battled hard for the ball and distributed well. Particular credit must go to James who almost didn't play due to a recent illness. Out wide, Will and Ben were a constant threat to Kingston... and they also tracked back extremely well to contain the dangerous Kingston number 7, Tommy. Up front, capt. Fyn showed his natural goalscoring instincts with three beautifully taken goals.
In the first half, Cumnor pressed forward from the whistle. Will made some fine breaks, hugging the left touchline and setting Fyn up for goal number 1. A lively Ben C scored the second when his smart shot was deflected in off an unfortunate defender. Tim made sure that Ben rightly claimed the goal! More slick passing saw Will put Fyn through for his second and a lead of 3-o at half-time.
We changed it around for the second-half with Ollie finally getting his chance in goal. The dynamic Adam M slotted nicely into midfield and pushed forward with real purpose. Will got the fourth goal burying a difficult chance with his right foot before Fyn finished off his hat-trick in true O'Shea style. James took a much-needed breather at the back and Rory came into midfield and really got stuck in.
Well done everyone... and bragging rights for Ben C when he goes back to school on Monday and faces all his Kingston friends!
The B's fought well and deserved their 1-1 draw. Ben Mc was once more very assured in goal in the first half. Joe - our player of the week last week - was superb in defence yet again and was well partnered by Adam W. In midfield, Toby, Henry and Binky fought for every ball. Laurie started up front but was much happier dropping into midfield where he could be right in the thick of the action.
Cumnor made some excellent breaks with Toby being especially dangerous out wide and on the edge of the box. In an astute tactical move by the coaches(!), Binky was pushed up front and within seconds was through on goal. Showing nerves of steel he slid the ball past the goalie for a 1-0 lead. Kingston pressed forward and managed to draw level just before half-time.
In the second-half, Henry replaced Ben Mc in goal and made a brilliant save with his feet which kept us in the game. In a fast, end-to-end half, both teams tested each other to the limit. Joe, Toby and Laurie tackled hard and both Binky and Adam W took knocks. Adam M was called on as a late replacement and made some powerful runs. For the second week running Adam W made a telling interception with his back to the ball (great awareness, Adam!)
The game finished 1-1 and for the second week running, the boys showed real character and fight.
It was an excellent day and we were made to feel very welcome by the Kingston players, coaches and parents (great bacon butties, too!)
That means we've played 4, won 3 and drawn 1. What an excellent start to the season.
Player of the Week for his all round play and excellent attitude: Toby
Golden Boot 13/10/2007
Fyn 5
Will 4
Ollie 2
Ben 2
Henry 1
Binky 1
Rory 1
Toby 1
James 1
Training for U6s and U7s on Sat Oct 20th at Cumnor School
Next match: Stanford Youth at home Sat Nov 3rd (tbc)
Monday 8 October 2007
Cumnor U7's vs Eynsham U7's
Two good victories to start the season off:
Cumnor U7s had a good start to its friendly fixtures for the 2007/08 season. There was a full turn out of players for our inaugural game against Eynsham at The Closes and all those who played enjoyed the games and seemed keen to do it again!
Cumnor U7s 8 – 0 Eynsham U7’s:
Cumnor got off to a great start in the first game, passing the ball very nicely from the kick-off and spending much of the first half in the Eynsham half of the pitch. Early goals by Will and Ben put Cumnor on the front foot and these were followed up with 4 more goals by half time, Fyn scoring two, Ollie and Will adding the others. At half time Adam was relieved in Goal by Will and the formation of the team was changed somewhat.
The second half was a much tighter affair, however with Adam and James linking up well in midfield Cumnor still created more chances. Cumnor added two more goals during this period, with Ollie adding to his first half strike and Rory getting his first goal of the season.
Cumnor U7s 3 – 2 Eynsham U7’s:
The second match was much closer, however Cumnor still emerged victorious. Ben M started in goal in his very first session for the club and made a number of sharp saves. Toby was a good threat up front and linked up well with Binky and Laurie. This threat led to Cumnor getting a penalty, which was very well saved by the Eynsham keeper. However, from the resulting corner Toby scored to put Cumnor in the lead. 1-0 at half time.
Adam replaced Ben in goal for the second half and made a couple of good saves (one of which he knew very little about), however Eynsham battled back into the game to make it 1-1. Will then replaced Toby due to injury and he had an immediate impact, putting Cumnor back in front. Eynsham responded again to make it 2-2, before Henry made on final charge, shrugging off two heavy challenges and poking the ball past the Eynsham keeper to give Cumnor the win. Throughout the match Cumnor defended very well, and this was epitomised by Joe who kept the dangerous No. 9 of Eynsham in check with great tackles. For this Joe was named Player of the Week.
Cumnor U7s had a good start to its friendly fixtures for the 2007/08 season. There was a full turn out of players for our inaugural game against Eynsham at The Closes and all those who played enjoyed the games and seemed keen to do it again!
Cumnor U7s 8 – 0 Eynsham U7’s:
Cumnor got off to a great start in the first game, passing the ball very nicely from the kick-off and spending much of the first half in the Eynsham half of the pitch. Early goals by Will and Ben put Cumnor on the front foot and these were followed up with 4 more goals by half time, Fyn scoring two, Ollie and Will adding the others. At half time Adam was relieved in Goal by Will and the formation of the team was changed somewhat.
The second half was a much tighter affair, however with Adam and James linking up well in midfield Cumnor still created more chances. Cumnor added two more goals during this period, with Ollie adding to his first half strike and Rory getting his first goal of the season.
Cumnor U7s 3 – 2 Eynsham U7’s:
The second match was much closer, however Cumnor still emerged victorious. Ben M started in goal in his very first session for the club and made a number of sharp saves. Toby was a good threat up front and linked up well with Binky and Laurie. This threat led to Cumnor getting a penalty, which was very well saved by the Eynsham keeper. However, from the resulting corner Toby scored to put Cumnor in the lead. 1-0 at half time.
Adam replaced Ben in goal for the second half and made a couple of good saves (one of which he knew very little about), however Eynsham battled back into the game to make it 1-1. Will then replaced Toby due to injury and he had an immediate impact, putting Cumnor back in front. Eynsham responded again to make it 2-2, before Henry made on final charge, shrugging off two heavy challenges and poking the ball past the Eynsham keeper to give Cumnor the win. Throughout the match Cumnor defended very well, and this was epitomised by Joe who kept the dangerous No. 9 of Eynsham in check with great tackles. For this Joe was named Player of the Week.
See you all at Kingston.
Friday 28 September 2007
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