14's v 12's Friendly

Well done to the 12 s last nite in our little warm up game. I thought u did fantastic and really can see u doin well this year. U played some great football at times last night so if u can do that against us girls u can do it against any team. I know the 14s where takin it easier than usual but when I was watchin u playin the ball around and tryin ur little socks off, it reminded me of our team 2 or 3 yrs ago and to be honest u looked just as good as us then so well done again girls. Keep workin hard and listen to your coaches at training and especially in the matches, you have a very promising side there believe me, and just to say to the 14 s thanx last night too, you played your part in a very good exercise for the 12 s but dont forget, get back to full throttle on sat please lol.

ALAN BREWER - 14's Manager.

Thanks to all the 14's for helping us with a friendly, much appreciated, we really enjoyed it, and you were not too hard on us. Thanks also to Alan and Tim for your words of encouragement, and I'm sure we learnt a lot from your girls. Cheers.

Mad FOOTY Mum.

Thanks to the 14's and managers Alan and Tim for agreeing to play this friendly. I was really pleased with the attitude shown by the 14's to the 12's, and I could see that they were giving encouragement during the game - so thanks a lot girls, I knew I could count on you.

The match was more about the 12's because with the season just around the corner, me and Amy were keen to get some match practice in, and despite our best efforts to arrange friendlies against other local teams, it all came to nothing - so in was a case of 14's to the rescue.

With 3 new girls joining us during the summer, we wanted to try out players in different positions, which is why we opted for 4 x 10 min quarters. Despite all the swapping and changing we did, the 12's did amazingly well, against not only a team 2 years their seniors, but reigning champions of the South Manchester League.

There was lots of determination and effort, plus some very good football at times as well. It couldn't of been easy for the girls playing against such a high profile team, I know that when I was 11 (gone on say it - a very long time ago lol), if my manager had said you're going to play a team two years old who, just also happen to be the champions of their league; I would of run a mile.

Alan and Tim both came over after the game to say what a good little team the 12's are, and I know both me and Amy will take a lot from this game as we prepare for the 1st game a week on Saturday. We feel very optimistic and can't wait to start the season.

Well done girls, it looks like you're starting to believe in yourselves at last.

NIGEL.

Denton Town 4 Sale United 1 (U14's)

Another win today girls, well done. It was a lot more difficult than I think some of you thought but, when u realised that you had to work harder, we won quite comfortably in the end. Credit to Sale, they have improved a considerable bit since last season and played some goood football themselves, at times making our defence have to work. I think that they will cause a few problems for all defences as they go through the season, any way back to us. Me and Tim could tell that the training is working as we were still running strong at the end of the game. Yoyo on another day could have had 5 or 6 but, keep making them runs yo and u will be top scorer at the end of the season - we all have no worries there. Congrats to Keeley on her 1st goal for us and what a way to get it although, think Gavin got away cheaply with a fiver as most of us had to cough up 20 lol - especialy Warren and Sara, I think it cost em a lot more (we'll get u them new trainers yet bum bum). Captain today was Nicole, who I thought did the job really well barking out her orders to poor Kayleigh, Sally and Rebbeca and, then Chelsea. I think I feel sorry for the future Mr. Nicole - he better be a good boy. Anyway girls, well done again, and I'll see you all on Tues. Don't forget, lets work hard - its a long long season. Well done to u all.

Alan B.

Fantastic girls, another hard fought victory against a much much improved Sale, who will take a few teams by surprise this season, I'm sure. Echoing what Alan said above, congrats to Captain Nicole for constantly giving out instructions, and top goal Keely, you were awesome today. Some great passing moves that were a delight to watch, and I know there are still a few problems, but both you and Alan/Tim are more than capable of sorting them out over the coming weeks. At the moment, Alan and Tim are working on your fitness, which is the correct
thing to do, as fitness plays a more important role as you get to more senior levels - remember, as you get tired, the first thing you lose is your skills.

7 mins 1-0 Keely

24 mins 2-0 Yolanda

half time

36 mins 3-0 Yolanda

38 mins 3-1 Sale

63 mins 4-1 Yolanda

Jacob our new home ref did ok, so I gave him 8. The opposition player of the match was the goalie, and no surprise that ours was Yolanda with her terrific hat-trick.

Next games:- 22nd Sept Wythenshawe Ams 29th Sept Urmston Meds - both at home 12:30 kick off.

By the way, trying to sort the council out this week about which pitch to use. I though Blocksages was fine, but feel Armadale is a little better, especially when the bad weather starts to come in. I'll keep you posted.

Thanks for agreeing to play the 12's on Tuesday coming, I've struggled to get friendlies for the past few weeks, and all they have had this summer is one decent friendly and one tournament, in which they came a credible 3rd. They are really looking forward to it, and hopefully it will give me and Amy some ideas about who to play where (new players have joined and some have left over the summer).

Nigel.

Denton Town 3 Stockport County 3 (u11's 8th Sept)

WELL DONE GIRLS
the first game of the season 3-3 against Stockport not bad we could have won though
we had to juggle the team about what with no goalkeeper come on girls there must be someone you know who would make a good keeper. Getting back to the match Gabby, missed the match and we all no how good she is, we would have definitely won with her but hey you really did well it just shows how well you've come on over the past year I'm certain where going to finish in the top 3 or even WIN the league this year. Must mention Girl of the Match Emily you were fantastic in defence keep it up

I THINK THE MANAGER FROM SALE WAS WATCHING COZ HE'S CANCELLED THE MATCH ON SATURDAY SO NO GAME THIS WEEKEND YOU CAN ALL HAVE A LIE IN SEE YOU AT TRAINING THURSDAY.

ALLEN.

Stockport County 1 Denton Town 2 (U14 8th Sept)

Well done girls - a great start but dont get over excited, its just 1 game of
many and as last season was tough this season is goin to be a lot harder. Stockport are a good side, they will be there challening along with others so
we need to just focus on each game 1 at a time. We played some bright
football at times and can I see so much potential to come but we are still
making some silly mistakes but I know we can sort them out. We looked a little fitter today too so as we get more matches under our belts we will get stronger and stronger so make sure u get to all the training u can so we can get the fitness levels up and sort these little errors out. I'll see u all on tues girls and dont forget to listen and work hard - its for your benefit and u will get tons better than u are and ur all at a good level so lets see how far we can get yeh. ALAN.

Knowing what a good side Stockport are, and they finished last season very strongly, this match was for me, all about getting 3 very important points in the bag, and you did it. You started off brilliantly, with several really good chances before Megan netted on 16 mins, giving her a goal on her league debut. Mid way through the first half, Stockport got back into it, but thanks to Chloe W, who was alert and quickly off her line on numerous ocassions, you kept them at bay.

Sam's strike on 59 mins gave us a much needed cushion, and enabled Tim and Alan to change things round a little bit, ensuring everyone got plenty of footie. On 65mins, Stockport hit back, and this paved the way for a tense finish, in a match that overall, could of gone either way. Well done to all the girls that have moved up from the 12's - Megan, Sophie and Keely.

This was a thoroughly good game, and a credit to both sides, who both went out to win the game. Any neutrals watching, would surely of gone away with positive thoughts about girls football, as both you and Stockport put on a performance as good as any boys matches I've seen down the years.

As per usual, Stockport nominated our goalie as player of the match, but this time, I think they were correct, as Chloe W commanded her area magnificently. For them, their no.7 Renee Healey who was always a threat. The referee was Kirsty Wilkinson, officiating her first competitive match. I gave her 7 as she was nervous, a little unsure, and was a little too quick to give decisions Stockport's way when they appealed - which is why YOU should ALWAYS APPEAL for fouls, handballs, corners and throw-ins. Not saying Kirsty was biased in any way, and today's game was probably a good learning experience for her.

Alan stated above, don't get carried away. Sale next week, and you will be forgiven for thinking 3 easy points - don't! The start of the season always throws up a few surprises, and teams often change quite considerably during the summer - so beware!

NIGEL.

Stalybridge Celtic (15's) 3 Denton Town (14's) 0

Will not the result we would have wished for, but this friendly was essential to give Alan and Tim the opportunity to see how you all played together, now that you have moved upto 11 a-side, as well as assessing the new girls.

All three of us were happy with your overall performance (certainly no lack of effort), but momentary lapses of concentration (ball watching), enabled Stalybridge to punish us. Fitness perhaps played a part as well. Their left winger (no. 11), played exceptionally well, and did most of the damage, but there were many good things to come out of the game for us as well.

For me it was nice to see how Keely, Megan and Sophie blended into the team, which also means, that together with Yoyo, Ruby and Chloe B, we now have 6 of our squad of 15 that are playing a year above - i.e. all six girls could play for an under 13's team.

Some excellent saves by keeper Chloe W, and also some quality passing moves in midfield going forward. We had many good chances, particularly early on when it was still 0-0, and had one of them gone in, the result could have been so different. Plenty to work on, and you're more than capable of turning over Stockport next Saturday - remember, KO is 11am.

Nigel.

Under 12's Opening Fixture and league details

Just some details about your new league.

The matches will be played at Chapel Rd, Oldham. Travelling from Denton along the motorway, come off at jn22 and turn right, going back over the motorway. Chapel Rd is about the 6th on the right, and the centre is on the left.

Kick off times are the moment set to 11:25, so please arrive by 11:15 latest.

You will be playing on artificial grass, so no metal studs/blades are allowed. Trainers and plastic studs/blades are ok.

Our first fixture is on 29th Sept vs. Uppermill Rockettes 'A'. There is a problem with the league's website so I can't tell you anymore fixtures for the time being. Other teams in the league are: -

Heyside Angels Clarets
Moston Valley Angels
Oldham Athletic Girls
Curzon Ashton Tigers
Droylsden Juniors
Heyside Angels Navys

Don't ask me if they are any good or not, because I don't know. I will try and arrange some friendlies before the season kicks off.

See you on the 6th Sept at Egerton.

Nigel.

Opening Fixtures 11's & 14's

I know you're all excited and can't wait for the 1st match, so here are the opening fixtures:-

UNDER 11's (ALL matches at Partington - ko 12:30)
8th Sept Stockport County
15th Sept Sale United
22nd Sept Urmston Meadowside 'B'
29th Sept Deans
6th Oct Urmston Meadowside 'A'
13th Oct Unicorn Athletic

UNDER 14's (Home matches at Armadale Rd, Dukinfield - ko usually 12:30)

1st Sept Stalybridge Celtic AWAY Friendly. KO 1:30. Please arrive 1pm at Stalybridge Juniors, Mossley Rd, Ashton-under-Lyne (on right hand side about 1/4 mile after Tameside Hospital - pitch can be seen from main rd.).

8th Sept Stockport County - AWAY kick off 11am in Brinnington
15th Sept Sale United - HOME
22nd Sept Wythenshaw Amateurs HOME
29th Sept Urmston Meadowside HOME
6th Oct Poynton AWAY
13th Oct Deans HOME

UNDER 12's (ALL matches in Oldham venue TBA, and ko times will vary)
Your season starts on 22nd Sept, but I don't have any fixtures yet.
Training starts again on Thurs 6th Sept, Egerton Park, 6:30-8pm.
I'm trying to sort you out a friendly, but many teams still have players away. Watch this space.

Nigel.