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Binfield Torpedoes Under 11 2008/2009East Berks Youth Football League - Division 1
Whitegrove Rangers v Binfield Torpedoes 04/10/08Whitegrove Rangers 2 - 0 Binfield Torpedoes.
10.30 kick off. Saturday 4th Oct 2008.
Venue : Whitegrove. League Match.
Conditions : Cold. Pitch Firm.
Attendance - 22.
Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Tom.
A disappointing game from a Torpedoes perspective, having plenty of shots, but unfortunately none on target! Unable to turn possession into goals, they started slowly and only after going 2 - nil down did they start to play with any urgency. They put Whitegrove under concerted pressure, again creating chances but failing to convert. The team that was scoring for fun early in the season just couldn't quite muster a goal that they probably deserved. However, Whitegrove had a game plan and stuck to it, and won the match. Defending in numbers the Torpedoes struggled to break down a very tough and solid defence. Whitegroves' outlet ball was to their fast forward who had two chances a took both of them, scoring a good goal and unselfishly setting up a team mate for the second.
The boys should not get deflated by this result, you get days like these, the goals will come again, hopefully next week in the derby game.
Man of the Match - Tom. Binfield Torpedoes v Ascot United RoyalsBinfield Torpedoes 0 - 5 Ascot Royals. 9.00 kick off Saturday 27th Sept 2008
Venue : Stubbs Lane. Cup Match.
Conditions : Foggy. Pitch firm.
Attendance - 19.
Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Tom.
After last weeks goal feast it was back to earth with a bump today.
First Half Against what must be the best team in the division the boys should remember the positive and extremely encouraging first 25 minutes when they made Ascot work hard. They created numerous half chances and looked like a team that was not out of its' depth. The boys just could not find the final touch or composure to finish and this was the basic difference between the two teams today. Ascot were strong defensively, and did the simple things well and took their goal chances very well, especially the quick passing that led to their opening goal just before half time.. that was to be the turning point.
Second Half Started with the Torpedoes chasing the game, but Ascot picked off more goals and the Torpedoes were second best in this half. Nobody played badly, it was just that the other team were better, Jamie made four or five great saves and his performance was a major highlight. Michael was given man of the match for his first half running and energy. Adriano was unlucky not to score when his shot hit the post... a consolation goal would have been deserved, but it just didn't happen today.
Man of the Match - Michael.
Binfield Torpedoes v Sandhurst Town Falcons 20/09/08Binfield Torpedoes 10 - 1 Sandhurst Town Falcons
09h00 kick off. Saturday 20th Sept 2008.
Venue : Stubbs Lane. League Match.
Conditions : Mild and Sunny. Pitch firm.
Attendance - 33.
Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Tom.
The boys played very well today, scoring plenty of goals, too numerous to describe individually. The game started with the Torpedoes taking an early lead and the confidence grew as the game progressed and more goals followed. Credit to Sandhurst, they never gave up, and scored a good goal themselves, and despite going further behind they kept playing with their heads held high and made the Torpedoes work hard. Congratulations to Tom for his first goals in a Torpedoes shirt, and well done to Louie and Josh for their hat tricks. Thanks to Michael and Josh for taking over between the posts to give Jamie the opportunity to see what it's like to play out on pitch. This was a good result, but sterner tests are looming on the horizon, the boys should enjoy the win, but keep focused for the next game. Adriano was named man of the match for his energy levels and tigerish tackling.
Goals: Josh (3), Louie (3), Adriano (1), Tom (2), Michael (1)
Man of the Match: Adriano
Binfield Torpedoes vs California Bears 13/09/08Binfield Torpedoes 5 - 0 California Bears
09h00 kick off. Saturday 13th Sept 2008.
Venue : Stubbs Lane. League Match.
Conditions : Mild and Sunny. Pitch firm.
Attendance : 28.
Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Tom.
The new season started brightly for the Torpedoes in an early kick off at Stubbs lane, but firstly, we wish Steven all the best at Reading FC, and good luck to Brandon with your trials at Brentford.
First Half.
The Torpedoes got into the passing groove straight from the kick off. Almost every player getting a touch of the ball with good possession football, ending with a near post cross from Josh that Louie lashed into the net for a dream start. The boys then weathered a strong period of play from California, with brilliant defensive performances from Seb and Adriano, and of course Jamie, who was in one of those moods where he refused to be beaten. More quick passing from Josh and Billy set Michael up for a long shot that flew into the net to increase the lead. The Torpedoes then settled into a more relaxed passing game, and new signing Tom was introduced. With his strong style of play and close control he held the ball up well and brought his team-mates into the game. The first half ended.... and with the boys now playing 30 mins each way they welcomed the break.
Second Half.
The second half saw the Torpedoes take further control of the game as Josh and Billy combined for Josh to score a great goal that his endless running deserved, he truly is the engine room of the Torpedoes midfield. Seb, now playing up front, struck soon afterwards with a cool finish that gave the Torpedoes a four - nil lead. California never gave up and only great goalkeeping from Jamie and well timed tackling from the ever reliable Adriano kept the Torpedoes clean sheet intact. The final goal came as Tom held the ball up well and the two defensive players were pulled into the action. The ball was passed back to Michael who squared to his defensive partner, Louie, to strike the ball home. Louie was unlucky not to get a hat-trick after great play from Billy and Seb made a chance that he hit against the bar. The final whistle went to end a very encouraging start to the season.
The boys celebrated their victory with the now infamous group dive !
Man of the Match - Louie.
Goals - Louie (2) Michael, Josh, Seb. END OF 2007/2008 U10 SEASONEND OF 2007/2008 U10 SEASON
A successful season with the Torpedoes finishing 4th in the league table. Well done! Binfield FC U10 Tournament 11/05/08Binfield Junior Tournament
Date: Sun 11th May 2008.
Venue : Stubbs Lane.
Conditions : Hot. Sunny. Pitch firm.
Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Steven.
In past tournaments the Torpedoes have played brilliantly only to stutter in the closing stages to end up with nothing to show for all their efforts. Playing some great attacking and entertaining football over the last two years, but no silverware in the trophy cabinet...... too often the bridesmaid, never the bride. The day of the first ever Binfield Tournament was the day the boys finally and emotionally ended their barren spell.
The group stages were full of wonderful football. The first game was a close affair separated by the narrowest of margins, a penalty coolly slotted home by Steven. The win was exactly the confidence boost the Torpedoes needed and they continued in the same attacking style over the next three games. Major highlights being Jamie's fantastic save against Holyport to stop the Torpedoes going a goal behind, and Adriano's defensive header that set up Billy and Josh to create the best team goal of the day, scored by Steven, who was fast turning into the goal machine that we always knew he was.
The boys seemed very relaxed as they produced a quarter final win over Camberley, then it was crunch time, a semi final meeting with the current under 10 league champions and undoubtedly the best team in the East Berks League.... Ascot Royals. With the Torpedoes supporters fearing another gallant exit and already preparing their speeches of consolation the boys produced their best ever tournament performance, scoring two great goals and defending as thought their lives depended on it, epitomised by Brandon's fantastic touchline tackle that made the whole team believe they could do it. Josh and Billy were brilliant in midfield and both played with a coolness that was unexpected in the furnace of a semi final situation. The whistle went, the boys were through to their first ever final where they were to come face to face with their village rivals and nemesis - the Binfield Arrows.
The boys success in the final was not just due to another great solo goal from Steven. Throughout the whole tournament the team had only conceded one goal, the defensive performances of Michael, Louie, Seb and Adriano were the platform the attacking players needed to create the goals and all four should take great pride in their displays, especially in the final where all were magnificent in repelling the Arrows' attacks. When the whistle went to end a remarkable day the boys justifiably celebrated their victory. Mums, and a few Dads were close to tears, such is the roller coaster of a ride as a Torpedoes' supporter.
Special mention must go to Steven, scoring seven goals was just the icing on the cake for one of the best footballing displays in a tournament. Finally, the management tactics, substitutions and team selections were also a major contribution to a successful day and both Steve and Trevor deserve this victory as much as the boys.
Binfield Torpedoes 1 - 0 Bracknell Town Pumas. Binfield Torpedoes 2 - 0 Ascot United Aces. Binfield Torpedoes 2 - 1 FC Holyport. Binfield Torpedoes 0 - 0 California.
Quarter Final :- Binfield Torpedoes 2 - 0 Camberley Town Youth.
Semi Final :- Binfield Torpedoes 2 - 0 Ascot United Royals.
Final :- Binfield Torpedoes 1 - 0 Binfield Arrows.
Hawley Raiders v Binfield Torpedoes 26/04/08Hawley Raiders 2 - 1 Binfield Torpedoes 10h00 kick off. Tue 26th April 2008. Venue : Hawley Leisure Centre. League Match. Conditions : Sunny, mild. Pitch firm. Attendance - 19. Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Steven.
In a squad possessing three left and two right wingers, all with exceptional pace and control, coupled with the training in recent weeks emphasising the need to find space and utilise the wings, it was a disappointment to discover the postage stamp pitch we had to play on. Still both teams had to play on the same pitch, so there can be no excuses.
First Half.
The first half saw the Torpedoes attacking well, and creating some good moves, eventually leading to Louie scoring a well taken goal. Just as the boys seemed to be taking control of the game and with the defence playing well, Hawley scored an equaliser that seemed to have a major demoralising effect on the whole team. Moments later Hawley scored a second, after Jamie had brilliantly stopped their first effort, and the boys were genuinely shocked that they had been playing so well, but were now losing. Steven was unlucky not to get the Torpedoes back into the game when his shot hit the cross bar.
Second half.
With twelve players out on a small pitch the game deteriorated into a crowded midfield scrum. The Torpedoes seemed to have lost their passing game, and with the ball being punted from end to end or side to side, most of the time was spent in the bushes retrieving the ball for a throw in or goal kick. Hawley were finishing the game the stronger and Jamie and the defence did well to hold out. Billy had a chance to snatch a point for the Torpedoes as he burst through from midfield to smack a great shot against the post.
Goals - Louie.
Man of the Match - Michael. Binfield Torpedoes v Ascot United Royals 15/04/08Binfield Torpedoes 3 - 2 Ascot United Royals 18h30 kick off. Tue 15th April 2008. Venue : Stubbs Lane. League Match. Conditions : Cold, windy. Pitch firm. Attendance - 29. Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Seb, Steven. First half. A dreary windy Tuesday evening. After the kick off the Torpedoes simply couldn’t string a decent pass together. Every challenge was won by Ascot. Brandon shot off from the pack to latch on from a long pass from Josh with only the keeper to beat, only to trip over the ball. A dubious free kick given away which led to a goal from long range 0-1. Soon after kick off, with heads down it was much the same. Instead of passing the ball, the Torpedoes seemed to be trying to kick it as hard as they could at each other, only to get onslaught after onslaught with Jamie making save after save.Another easy ball given away led to another shot from Ascot with Jamie picking the ball out of the back of the net again 0-2. After a good build up on the right, Steven had the goal in sight; he produced a scorching shot which was handled in the box and resulted in a penalty and he nervously (by his own admission) stepped up to make it 1-2. Second Half It was apparent that it was a different team that ran out onto the pitch, must have been the pep talk from the managers. With heads held high Torpedoes were straight on the attack, from a cross from Billy on the left Louie had a shot saved and earning a corner. Ascot hit back but Seb was like a pit-bull in defence, he just wouldn’t let go not letting Ascot put a cross in. Josh was in central midfield and winning the ball passed it out to Billy who shot just over the bar.Ascot was now on the ropes and with some excellent tackling from Adriano the ball came out to Brandon who put in a well placed cross to Louie. Louie then chipped the ball up to loop it straight over the goalkeeper leaving him in a crumpled mess in the back of the net with the ball 2-2. The last five minutes were hectic with Seb intercepting the ball and doing a quick one -two with Adriano to lay the ball off to Josh who ran past two of Ascot to pass to Steven on the right. With Steven’s blistering pace the ball seemed to stick to his feet as he dummied a player to lay it on to Louie who passed it straight back for Steven to smash the ball past the keeper and straight through the back of the net to make it 3-2. A couple more nervous moments before the referee eventually blew the final whistle. A hard fought win. Goals: Steven 2, Louie 1 Man of the Match: Brandon Sandhurst Town Eagles v Binfield Torpedoes 12/04/08Sandhurst Town Eagles 4 - 5 Binfield Torpedoes. 9.00 kick off. Sat 12th April 2008. Venue : Sandhurst. League Match. Conditions : Cold. Pitch firm. Attendance - 23. Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Jamie, Josh, Louie, Michael, Seb, Steven. First Half. The game started at a hectic pace with good end to end play. The Torpedoes soon got into a groove and the passing and running was fantastic to watch. An early poachers goal from Louie was soon followed up by another Louie strike after a great cross from Michael. Adriano and Seb were playing very well at the back and Sandhurst were only allowed to a few half chances. Louie missed the chance of a hat trick as his goal bound shot was inadvertently cleared off the line by one of his own team-mates. Jamie was in command of his area, and Steven and Billy were full of running. Josh dominated the midfield and his awareness of a pass was exceptional, especially when he put Brandon through to shoot the Torpedoes into a three nil half time lead. Second Half. Three nil up, the game looked won at half time....this was not to be the case ! A bit of over confidence and complancy crept into the Torpedoes game, coupled by a re-vitalised Sandhurst team that was obviously responding to whatever their manager had told them at half time. A flying one handed save by Jamie to stop a certain goal was an early warning, but two quick Sandhurst goals got the Torpedoes supporters feeling a bit uncomfortable.The game was pulled back to 2-3. The boys seemed to have faith in their ability, and when Billy played a slide rule pass to Michael, he beat the defender to the ball and clipped his shot over the advancing keeper. Another great run and cross from Billy put Brandon through to score with a precise finish that was to be the match winning goal. Sandhurst got another couple of goals back, but time finally ran out on their gallant fight back. A nine goal thriller, with plenty of entertaining attacking football. Well done both teams. Goals - Louie (2), Brandon, Michael, Own goal Man of the Match - Brandon. Finchampstead Athletic v Binfield Torpedoes 01/04/08Finchampstead Athletic 1- 3 Binfield Torpedoes 18:15 kick off. Tuesday 1st April 2008. Venue : Finchampstead. League Match. Conditions : Cool. Pitch firm. Attendance - 237. Binfield Players : Adriano, Billy, Brandon, Josh, Louie, Michael, Steven
On a lovely early April evening, the Torpedoes took on improving Finch!
First Half
After 30 seconds, it was clear that the Jekyll team had turned up – rather then the Hyde from the last match. The boys piled on the pressure with wave after wave of great attacking play on an excellent playing surface.
The Finch keeper was in great form as he made saves from all angles.
It was only a matter of time before the goal came - and it was a great move. The ball was played down the left, and Adriano produced a great cross for Josh to nod home through a crowded penalty area.
Half time came with the boys well placed.
Second Half
The second half continued where the first had left off. A great shot/cross from Michael hit the bar, and Louie was on hand to force the ball over the line. This was followed soon after by another headed goal from Josh - direct from a great Brandon corner.
Finch managed a consolation goal just before the end.
A great performance and win!
Goals: Josh (2), Louie Man of the Match: Adriano
2007/2008
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