August 2005
 
Changing Coaches 26th August 2005

We are sorry to announce the departure of Coach Terry Beck due to work commitments. Terry always gave 100% as a player and coach and his infectious enthusiasm will be missed. However for once the saying about every cloud having a silver lining is true as we are fortunate in being able to replace Terry with Ashley Marsh, another who never gives less than 100% and who also enjoyed a long and successful playing career with us and other local clubs. Ashley's playing career was ended in unfortunate circumstances last season by a very bad injury and we are pleased that he will still be part of the club.
Sully's double ton 24th August 2005

Congratulations to midfield enforcer John O'Sullivan who on Saturday reached 200 appearances in a blue shirt. The Enfield Town game also marked his 50th appearance since returning to the club in the summer of 2004 and last nights game at Uxbridge put him the road to a third century.
FA Cup update 21st August 2005

Following yesterday's Extra Preliminary round matches we now know who our opponents will be. St Margaretsbury beat St Ives Town 2-1 and will now meet the Blues for the right to play Billiericay Town in the first qualifying round. The match will be at Mayesbrook Park on Saturday August 27th kick off 3pm. Another match from yesterday of interest took place when two of our recent opponents at the Preliminary round stage Soham Town Rangers and Yaxley met - with Soham winning 2-1.
Player news 15th August 2005

Dennis Elliott has signed Terry Everett and Troy Braham on Southern League forms.

Sam Taylor is expected to have a X-Ray this week to determine the extent and nature of his injury.

Carl Bruce has joined Romford and played in their game at Burnham Ramblers on Saturday. We wish him well with the usual proviso except when playing against us.
More signings 11th August 2005

Dennis Elliott has signed three further players on Southern League forms Ben Wood - who has been on holiday. Jason Henry who made 13 appearances for the Blues last season and the last signing is Andy Aransibia who has made nine appearances for Barking and played briefly under Richard Thomas in season 2002/03 - but has played under Dennis Elliott at Ford United. Further signings are anticipated.
League fixtures released 11th July 2005

The league fixtures for season 2005-06 have been announced and Barking opening their campaign with a visit to newcomers Potters Bar Town on August 13th. The first game at Mayesbrook Park is on the following Tuesday August 16th when Chatham Town are the visitors.

Player signings 9th August 2005

The following players listed below have signed Southern League forms and further signings, including players currently on holiday, are anticipated   

Ryan Doyle, Jay Murray, Wayne Vaughan, Tony Tucker, Jamie Murat, Ben Willis, Jay Devereux, Sam Taylor, Gary Waters, Bradley Woodards, Steve Slade, Jon Higgs, Steve Blaney, John O'Sullivan.
Changes 8th August 2005

Continuity has been maintained with our management team of Dennis Elliott, Jay Devereux and Terry Beck unchanged but there have been some changes. Physiotherapist Donna Read has moved on, as has Reserves Manager Tony Myers, who is now at Brentwood with, former chairman John Edgeworth. Dave Ross continues to run the youth team. On the playing front Billy Read has retired as has Ashley Marsh (at least temporarily), John Morgan has joined Enfield Town, Warren Haughton has joined the Angels of Tonbridge and Niall Ritchie has left. Paul Carr, Joe Turner and Ryan Quincey have joined Tony Myers at Brentwood. The playing squad will be announced as soon as possible.