March 2006

During Saturday's half time interval the diving suit wearing marathon walker extraordinaire Lloyd Scott took part in a penalty shoot out with representatives of the Barking Ladies teams in conjunction with the University of East London.

Ladies Press Officer Debbie Moore commented “A good time was had by all and raised approximately £1,000.00 to Lloyds charity. A big thank you to Dennis Elliott and Barking Football club who allowed the event to take place at half time”

Pictured left is Lloyd with the penalty takers

The Under 18's suffered their first defeat today when they lost 2-0 at home to Billericay Town who top the Eastern Junior Alliance South West section in the Essex FA Pelly cup semi final. his loss meant the end of the club record run of fourteen consecutive victories which stretched back to November 29th last year. The Under 18's are back in league action on Tuesday with a league double header against Ilford when both the home and away fixtures will be played at Mayesbrook Park. The matches kick off at 7:30pm and 8:45pm.

Gary Waters suspension for his dismissal at Sittingbourne continues for a further three matches with the
next game at Barton Rovers on March 21st followed by Wivenhoe Town (25/3) and concluding with Berkhamsted Town (1/4). 

Manager Dennis Elliott’s latest signing is 21 year old striker Anton Dwyer, formerly of Harrow Borough and Hampton & Richmond. Anton had proved his scoring ability in the reserves and scored a superb winning goal on his debut against Rothwell Town. Unfortunately he was sent off in a reserve game last week and in due course will be suspended for an unknown period. 

Another signing is Chris Clayton, who has been a consistent performer at Under 18 level for two seasons and was a unused sub for Saturday’s game. 

Wayne Vaughan and Steve Blaney both missed Saturday’s game due to injury and it is not yet known when they will be able to return. 

The Under 18's moved into another cup final at Mayesbrook Park last night when they beat Bowers & Pitsea 2-0 with two goals from Bradley Ross. Their opponents in the final are yet to be decided - however, the match will be played at Great Wakering Rovers FC on April 16th. 

For the first time in five games the Reseves got back to winning ways last night with a 2-1 win at Cricklefield over local rivals Ilford. Goals from Jason Henry and Billy Mole secured the points, the only downside of the evening was the sending off of Anton Dwyer and a Ilford player. The Reserves are not in action this Saturday and their next game is a home match against Stansted on March 25th, kick off 3pm. 

Our successful Under 18's team took their season to a new height today when they lifted the London FA Youth cup at the Mile End stadium by beating Dulwich Hamlet 3-0 in front of 149 people with goals from Remi Nelson, Chris Clayton and Richard Ashie. The win also increased their record breaking run to a new club record of thirteen consecutive victories, the Under 18's are in cup action again on Wednesday night (15/3) when they entertain Bowers & Pitsea in the Magnus cup semi final kick off 7:45pm.

Gary Waters suspension has been confirmed as four games - this includes an extra game due to a previous sending off against Dartford last October. The suspension will start this coming Saturday with the home game against Rothwell and will include the away games at Barton Rovers (21/3), Wivenhoe Town (25/3) and Berkhamsted Town (1/4). 

All players bar John O'Sullivan will be available for selection for the Rothwell game. 

It has been confirmed that our Easter Monday game at Ilford will kick off at 3pm. 

On March 18th we entertain Rothwell Town and during the half time interval a special penalty competition will take place to raise funds for Leukaemia. Representatives of the four Ladies teams will take penalties against Lloyd Scott who is well known for his fund raising exploits including walking the London Marathon in a deep sea divers outfit and will be wearing a 1920s goalkeepers outfit

Pictured left is Lloyd with the Ladies team

Tonight's game at Barton Rovers has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch - the game has been rescheduled for Tuesday March 21st kick off 7:45pm.
Also off is tonight's Reserve home game against Basildon United has also been postponed. 

This morning the Under 18’s traveled to Waltham Abbey to play Potters Bar Town in a league match. They
created a new club record, when they won their twelfth consecutive match with a 3-2 victory. Next Sunday the Under 18's play Dulwich Hamlet in the London Youth Cup final at the Mile End Stadium, Rhodeswell Road, London, E14 7TW. The kick off is 3pm. Your support would be most welcomed in their quest for the first of five trophy attempts. Admission with programme is £1 at the gate.

Following his sending off at Sittingbourne yesterday Gary Waters will be suspended for three games - the suspension has to be ratified, but will probably begin with the home game against Rothwell Town on March 18th. 

Supporters Club Chairman Ray Atkins has announced that there will be a meeting following the Harlow Town game this coming Saturday. Dennis Elliott, Jay Devereux and Ashley Marsh will be attendance to answer any questions members may have.