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2010/2011
Skegness
Town 2 Horncastle Town 4
Lincolnshire League
02-04-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
The Challenge Cup finalists were this week pitched
against a Skegness Town side riding high in the Lincs league.
Town were again without the services of several
regular first team players and in particular a Goalkeeper (Town
have played seven different keepers this season) so up stepped a
new signing Luke Robinson of Wragby.
Horncastle started ok and should have done better with chances
falling to Tony and Michael but found themselves a goal behind on
24 mins when Skegness scored with a good goal giving the Town
keeper no chance. Town battled back well and got themselves level
with a great strike from "have you seen my new boots"
Michael! So off the Wongers strolled to the bar for a bit of
liquid refreshment and very nice it was thankyou.
Town took the lead early in the second half after
a quick corner by Chalky to Jacko who crossed for Tony to head
home. Jacko then got on the score sheet himself putting Town
3-1 up after good work from Tony. Dave A then replaced
Smithy and Harry came on for Dave M as Town Kept the same
formation with a comfortable lead. Town then went 4-1 up
after pressuring Skegness enough for them to score an own goal.
Podge made his last change bringing off Ollie for
Tom P as Town looked to see the game out without having any more
injuries. Skegness did manage to give Town a slight scare
with a few minutes left when they scored their consolation.
Town ended worthy winners beating again a side much higher them
themselves in the divison.
Wonger Wally of the week...the groundsman I'd say
as the pitch was woeful but then again if you have car boots and
scooter rallies on it what do you expect, wouldn't catch DJ
allowing that.....No way Jose! UTW
Team: Luke Robinson,Dave,Gaz,Alco,Johno,Chalky,Michael,Smithy,Ollie,Jacko
&Tony.
Subs: Harry,Dave A,Tom P.
Boston
United Res 0 Horncastle Town 1 Lincolnshire League
Challenge Cup S/F
26-03-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
A
fantastic result for the injury stricken Town warriors that sees
them in the final at Sincil Bank. Before the game I will admit
that the Wongers were worried about this
game with all the injuries and the players missing.
Town
stated the game really well playing some good neat passing football whilst
the opposition were happy to just lump the ball long. Town
had the best of the half and just before the break Tony was clear
on goal and was brought down just outside the area which saw the
Boston centre half sent off much to the Wongers delight ! Off to
the bar we went and quite happy with Towns efforts.
The
second half started and Town again started well with Jacko and
Ollie bossing the midfield and their Boston counterparts
struggling to cope. Boston
slowly came into the game and Lewis was not for beating,
everything they threw at him he kept out and inparticular one save
from a free kick was world class which was followed by a display
of passion from Lewis shouting and backslapping his players ! Town
had their chances with Michael and Tony going close . Podge made
two changes bringing on Will for the returning and hard working
Chalky and Dave for the injured Browny who had left his mark on
the game and Sarges shin.
On
to the dreaded extra time but Town were easily the better side in
the first 15 but could not convert the chances. Town got their
chance to go ahead in the next half when they were awarded a
penalty but the keeper saved well from Ollie. Just as we
were thinking penalties and disappointment Gaz received the ball
on the edge of the area and curled the ball into the net off the
inside of the post to send players, Podge and Dale and all the
Wongers into a frenzy. Could we hang on ???? Course we could
apart from the little scare at the end when the big Boston striker
( you know) should have equalised .... But be didn't !
Game
over and all the players deserve great credit for this result,
only team to have gone to Boston this season to keep a clean sheet
and only team to win there and most important the only team to
stop them doing the double! Wonger Wally of the week ....
Step forward sarge !
On we march to The final against Lincoln United , come on Town.UTW
Team:
Lewis,Browny,Gaz,Alco,Johno,Smithy,Chalky,Ollie,Jacko,Michael
& Tony.
Subs:Frank,Dave & Will
Louth
Town Reserves 3 Horncastle Town 0 Lincolnshire League
23-03-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
were facing 7 players from the mighty White wolves first team this
evening while having an injury ravaged side themselves.
Town
more then held their own in the first half and had the better
chances to open the scoring.
To
make matters worse for Town the return of Flash was marred by him
picking up an injury.
Town
went in at half time 1 nil down after Ollie J fouled in the area
with only minutes remaining.
Ollie
K took Flash's place and Town played Tony up front on his own.
Not
to dwell to much about the Louth Town side well mostly first team
but they scored a further two goals in the second half but again
Town will feel this was another game they should have got
something from.
Tony
had a great chance to give Town a goal when he was through 1 on 1
with the goalie and was clearly brought down but the refereete
(female) waved play on, later booking Tony for his first challenge
of the night.
Wonger
Wally of the Week was an easy choice Louth number 10 , Jam
apparently his name is ...... Just an annoying whinging and not
very good player !!!
Special
mention to the travelling Wongers who again this season
outnumbered the home fans which is a credit to the club.
So
we roll on to Boston on Saturday UTW.
Team:
Andy, Dave,Gaz,Johno, Alco,Jacko,Ollie J,Smithy,Michael,Flash
& Tony.
Subs:Ollie
K,Matty & Frank
Sleaford
Town 0 Horncastle Town 4 Lincolnshire League
19-03-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
were still without several players for the trip to Sleaford and I
dont think they will have an easier afternoon in the Lincs League
this season.
Town
caused Sleaford problems from the start and were ahead inside 15
minutes when a cross by Smithy was met by Gaz in the area who was
clearly pushed, Tony stepped up and calmly scored from the
resulting penalty.
A
shout of "well done Smithy" by Podge was met with a wave
from the man himself !
If there was an award for the best dressed manager then the
Sleaford gaffer would win hands down with his pristine white
shirt, Tie, Waistcoat and to top it all off Crocodile skin shoes !
Back to the game and Town were busy pushing forward and Gaz again
went close with a header that tested the very capable Sleaford
keeper.
Wonger
Wally of the week goes to Sleaford number 8 who in the words of
the gaffer was a right tool, after Gaz had fouled him he then goes
on a rant how Gaz is a marked man and he had his number, shame he
couldn't keep up with him for the rest of the game.
The
first half finished with Smithy hitting the bar with a curling
shot from outside the area. After a couple of beers in the very
nice bar it was time for the second half to kick off.
Much was the same this half with Town pushing forward with Jacko
in command of the midfield, within the first 5 mins Jacko and Tony
had tested the keeper. Michael made it 2 nil and soon after
Town found themselves 3 up when Man of the Match Smithy got his
reward scoring a goal with a great finish.
Johno
was then replaced by Spoons as he had a injury that hopefully is
not too serious.
At the moment Michael finds himself as Town's prolific scorer and
he did it again to make it 4 in 3 games when he finished off the
best move of the match which was started with a majestic bit of
skill from Smithy who laid the ball to Gaz who let Michael in to
finish.
With the game now sewn up Podge made two more changes bringing on
Matt Simmons and Tom Phillips for Frank and Browny.
The
suave manager of Sleaford tried in vain to change the game by
giving his defender a piece of paper and telling him 4-3-3
now......the defender looked bemused and put the paper in his
sock......
A
good victory by Town following the disappointment of Wednesday and
on to Louth we go for another night game. UTW
Team:
Danny,Frank,Dave,Browny,Johno,Ollie K,Jacko,Gaz,Smithy,Michael
& Tony. Subs:Matt Simmons,Spoons,Tom Phillips.
Lincoln
Utd Res 4 Horncastle Town 4
Lincolnshire League
11-03-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
This
was without doubt the best away game I have witnessed in the Lincs
League, an eight goal thriller.
Town could not have started any worse finding themselves one nil
down in the first five minutes and to be honest Lincoln United
were all over Town and playing some good neat football.
To make matters worse United took a two goal lead in the 20th
minute and Alco who was a Wonger for the night due to injury was
sensing an embarrassing scoreline...... Lewis in goal made two
fantastic saves to keep the score down, that was in despite of
having a little Clash moment (should I stay or should I go) but on
the stroke of half time Matty got the ball on the left wing and
delivered an inch perfect cross for Tony to pull a goal back with
a great header at the far post.
After a couple of swift pints it was time for the second half and
what a half it was.
Town started the second half with a spring in their step and went
in search of the equaliser, they got their reward when Jacko
played a great ball to find Matty who made no mistake.
United came straight back at them with a ball over the top and
Lewis was judged to have brought their forward down and Town found
themselves facing a penalty and Lewis was shown a yellow card.
United scored from the resulting penalty and Town had to pick
themselves up again.
Gaz and Matty were causing United all sorts of problems on the
left side and but Matty got injured in a challenge and had to go
off to be eplaced by Mickey.
Jacko really was having a great game and bossing the midfield and
the United number 4 who was given the accolade of Wonger of the
week could not get near him.
Now the United number 4 thought it would be a good idea to enter
into a bit of banter with the watching Wongers.........and calling
our defence Sh*t......what a mistake, the best move of the match
saw a great passing move finished off by Mickey to send the
Wongers wild and of course giving the United (you are blowing out
of your Arse) number 4 some more stick!
Now by this time Alco had already decided that he was not playing
football anymore as he found watching the game with the Wongers
far more enjoyable.
Dave was replaced by Jamie and the noise from the Wongers did not
cease as Town pushed forward yet again and it was a moment to
savour as Jacko pounced onto the ball in the area and smashed the
ball home to see the Wongers and the players burst into
celebrations, Jacko was at the bottom of a pile of Town players,
Lewis ran all the way from his goal kissing the badge to join in
and the Wongers..........there was cuddles, there was hoardings
being kicked and Townie jumped the barrier to celebrate on the
pitch......all fantastic stuff.
United came back at Town again and Jamie got injured in a
crunching challenge that saw....Frank stride onto the pitch.
Town fought hard but somehow could not hold on for the last few
minutes and United levelled the game.
The whistle went and it was over.
What a game and a great display by all the lads and a fantastic
night out for the Wongers.
Team: Lewis, Dave, Gaz, Shelley, Johno, Jacko,
Ollie J, Ollie K, Matty, Tony & Will. Subs: Jamie, Mickey
& Frank.
Cleethorpes
4 Horncastle
Town 3 Lincolnshire League
19-02-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
will be disappointed not to have come away with at least a share
of the points from Cleethorpes.
On
a day that saw Podge without a regular keeper up stepped Dave
Marshall in between the sticks, that along with still being
without Johno, Flash and Matty. The
pitch had three inspections before the Ref said it was playable
and to be honest it was not and at times it could be said that it
was dangerous.
The
game started with Town having more of the ball trying to play in
the dreadful conditions, Cleethorpes tested Dave a couple of times
in the half but Dave made two good saves.
On 21 mins Tony got the ball in the
area and went past a defender before curling the ball past the
keeper. Two minutes later and Town doubled their lead when Gaz won
the ball and played a great pass to Tony who sent Chalky on his
way to score.
Cleethorpes
then stared to press Town back in their own half and on the 33
minute hit the bar but fortune was on Town side as the ball
bounced clear.
Town gave away a silly corner in the
39th minute and Cleethorpes scored from the resulting corner.
In
the last minute of the first half Chalky and Tony were through and
Tony was brought down in the area but to everyones suprise the
idiotic Ref gave the free kick to Cleethorpes.
The watching Wongers were drenched and
in need of a couple of pints to dry off and it was while enjoying
these welcoming refreshment that the second half started and
Cleethorpes scored to make it 2-2.....then apparently according to
a Cleethorpes supporter who came into the bar we heard "they
have scored its 3-2 and the Town forward is a diving ******"
surely not our Tony we thought but yes and Ollie scored from the
spot.
So off we
trudged in what was fast becoming quick sand like conditions to
take our place at pitch side. Alco
had gone off injured and Frank was on with his bulging biceps
rippling his shirt! The conditions were atrocious and Podge was
questioning whether it should be called off (when we were winning
by the way) but the Ref ignored all pleas of common sense.
Town were under pressure all half to be
honest and Cleethorpes went on to score twice in a half that saw
Ryan replace Michael.
With
the last kick of the game Frank had a chance to put in his name in
the Town history books when he was clear on goal but instead of
curling it into the top corner....... skyed the ball high and
wide. Jesus we all thought!
Anyway
Wonger Wally of the week has to be the Ref for allowing the game
to be played but we did find out that he was being assessed by
someone from the FA so he is a bigger Wally for not having the
balls to call it off!
Town
team:Dave M, Jamie, Scott,Alco, Browny, Michael, Gaz, Ollie, Jacko,
Chalky & Tony. Subs: Frank & Ryan.
Next Saturday sees Town away to Boston
United Reserves in the cup and it is reported as a 130PM kick off,
it would be great to take a good following to York Street.....come
on you know it makes sense.
Horncastle
Town 1 Boston United Reserves 0 Lincolnshire League
12-02-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
This was never going to be an easy game, facing the league
leaders is tough enough but Town were without four first team
regulars, Scroggs, Johno, Flash and Alco.
Boston fielded their strongest team of Horncastle based players
but they were to come up against a Town side that wore their heart
on their sleeves, that battled for every ball and won the
majority.
There was blood spilt and tempers were frayed in a contest
that meant so much to the watching Wongers who were not let down
by the performance of the excellent Town side.
The first half was a close affair with Town just having the edge
and getting most results by playing the ball down the flanks to
Matty and Michael. Boston had a couple of chances but were up
against Lewis a keeper today who wasn't for beating!
Boston as we have come to expect were moaning at every
decision that went against them and after Wonger Wally of the week
SARG clearly dived and was booked the game was held up for what
seemed like ages as the Boston coaching staff held a conference
with the referee using what only can be described as foul
language, even a senior Boston United supporter could be heard
telling them they were a disgrace to Boston!!
Half time came and the talk around the ground was that Town were
holding their own and you never know we may get a draw, but little
did we know that the Town players were going to serve us up a
treat.
The second half was under way the half time pints were being
guzzled and we were off!!
Town came out with all guns blazing giving the opposition a torrid
time, up front on his own the superb Tony Edwards who ran his
heart out and chased every ball, in midfield Ollie was having the
game of his life, mixing his normal game of quick feet and acute
passing with tackles that were biting the Boston midfield, at the
back Browny like a trojan horse he won everything.
It was nerve jangling stuff as Boston again went close but
again Lewis made what can only be described as a world class save
diving to the foot of the post almost Banks like.
Then it happened ........Matty into the area looked like he was
brought down, the ball broke loose to Tony who made no mistake
firing the ball into the roof of the net, the watching Wongers
went wild and it was time for another beer!
Could they hang on? Could they indeed! The young Town team
played like men never giving anything away, Boston just could not
take the mauling.
Boston made a few changes to try and get something out of the
game, they kept bringing on subs named BUSA but all their team
seemed to be named BUSA, special place tho Boston isn't it ?
Wonger Wally of the week SARG then clearly elbowed Browny in
the face cutting his head, Browny had to come off and on went
Hollywood, the Wongers by now were a nervous wreck, 20 mins to go.
Then Boston were down to 10 men when SARG brought down Jacko
with a challenge worthy of a straight red but was shown his second
yellow and off he marched, get it SARG ....marched!!!
As the Wongers held their beer Town held their nerve and the
final whistle went..... every Town player was clapped off the
pitch by the supporters and every one of them deserved it.
Lets not underestimate this result, Four big players missing,
Boston top of the table and never played a game this season
without scoring.
Podge was a proud manager at the end and in the clubhouse as
once again all the players got a great reception as did the
official's who had to put up with alot of verbal abuse from not
only the Boston coaching staff but also a local based Boston
supporter, just like it was said earlier... a disgrace.
Well done Town you were all fantastic and thank you for
making a 47-year-old man jump around like we'd won the FA cup.
Next week back to earth time with Cleethorpes away. UTW!!!.
Town Team: Lewis, Jamie L, Browny, Dave M, Gaz,
Chalky, Michael, Matty, Ollie, Jacko & Tony. Subs: Bodds &
Hollywood Dave.
Plough
Skellingthorpe 0 Horncastle
Town 3 Lincolnshire League
05-02-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
came away from a very windy and wet day in Skellingthorpe with all
the points.
Initially
Town were slow off the mark and it was Skellingthorpe who started
the brighter with Town struggling in the windy conditions.
The
game changed on the 15th minute after good work from Chalky on the
left who crossed to give Flash his first touch of the game and he
slotted the ball away neatly to give Town the lead.
Two
minutes later and Town doubled their lead when Tony scored after
getting on the end of a mis-directed shot from Michael.
The
game should have been dead and buried in the first half when Flash
failed to finish at the far post.
After
the two quick goals Skellingthorpe didn't offer much of a threat
and Lewis only had one save to make from a free kick.
The
second half resumed with Town on the offensive which saw a hatful
of chances fail to be put away, meanwhile up the other end saw
Lewis pull off two very good saves.
With
25 mins remaining Dave was replaced by Jesus is a Wonger and he
soon got stuck in with a couple of decent challenges.
Town
looked in command of the game with Alco and Browny having good
solid games at the back and Ollie and Jacko pulling the strings in
midfield, Michael seems to be improving with every game putting in
some great crosses from the right.
In
the 70th minute Town went 3 up when Ollie struck the ball from 30
yards that deceived the goalie to hit the back of the net.
Podge
made one more change bringing off Tony to be replaced by the very
impressive Kieron.
All
in all a good 3 points for Town and the only Wonger wally of the
week was the weather!
Town
Team: Lewis,Dave,Gaz,Alco,Brownie,Jacko,Ollie,Chalky,Michael,Flash
& Tony. Subs: Jesus is a wonger & Kieron Hotchin.
Horncastle
Town 3 Cleethorpes 3
Lincolnshire League
29-01-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
will feel that after their second half display that they should
have come away from this game with all the points.
Expectations were high after last weeks goal feast but despite it
being basically the same team apart from Gaz being injured Town
struggled to get going.
Cleethorpes
went ahead in the 8th minute which they did deserve after playing
some good football in the opening few minutes, Town rallied
quickly with stern words being shouted from the touchline by Podge.
Town were awarded an 8th minute penalty when Tony was
brought down in the box and the Ollie casually slotted the ball
away.
This
should have been the springboard for Town to press further
ahead........however on 18 minutes they found themselves behind
again when Cleethorpes scored when their player was left unmarked
in the box to freely head home a corner. Again
Town had to come from behind and on the 33 minutes, he did it
again.....one chance, one shot, Flash equalised.
The second half saw Town put in a much improved performance with
plenty of chances falling to Town's forwards who should have put
the match out of Cleethorpes sight. Again Cleethorpes went
ahead again on 75 mins with the Town players were appealing that
the Cleethorpes forward had handled the ball.
Town pressed forward straight away and within two minutes
were level again when Dave threaded the ball through for Michael
to equalise. Chalky was back in the starting line up and was very
impressive throughout and after the game was awarded the man of
the match in the bar.
Now.....Wonger Wally of the week is the Cleethorpes number 4 who
was belting the ball out all second half and would you believe
telling the watching Wongers to fetch, discraceful, also his
attempt to handle the ball after being lobbed in the second
half...priceless.
Town
are away next Saturday at Skellingthorpe.
Town
Team: Lee Edwards, Dave, Chalky, Johno, Alco, Matty, Michael,
Jacko, Ollie J, Flash & Tony. Subs: Jesus is a Wonger &
Alex.
Horncastle
Town 8 Rustons 1 Lincolnshire League
22-01-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
This
was a totally emphatic display by Town, which saw them score a
hatful of goals at home to a Ruston team whose own results had
improved of late. From the kick off Town set the tone to the match
playing their brand of fast passing football with Ollie and Jacko
totally running the midfield. Town had a few chances before Ollie
powered the ball home from inside the area with 27 mins played.
Within a few minutes Rustons struck back when a ball over the top
caught the Town defence out and the Rustons striker fired past Lee
Edwards who was in goal for the injured Scroggsy. Town went
straight back on the attack and within a few minutes Flash curled
a great shot into the top corner of the net. Just before the break
Ollie was brought down in the area and then coolly slotted the
ball home from the resulting penalty.
Minutes
into the second half and Rustons were down to ten men after a
player lashed out after a Jacko tackle. Town then extended their
lead when Johno headed home an Ollie J free kick. Town never
relented and went further in front via a Gaz curling shot. Matty
and Tony gave way for Browny and Chalky and also Alex came on for
Tony Edwards. Jacko got goal number 6 when his fierce shot gave
the Ruston keeper no chance. With the Town keeper having nothing
to do Town pressed forward and the hard working Michael saw his
good shot go wide before he crossed the ball in the next attack
for Alex to score, Flash added the eighth to finish a fine
performance from Town.
Difficult
to pick the Wonger Wally of the week but this was settled in the
clubhouse after when it was revealed that a Town player had washed
his muddy boots out in the shower! We just need to know
who!!!!!!!! UTW.
Town
side: Lee Edwards, Dave M, Gaz, Alco, Johno, Ollie J, Jacko,
Michael Tony, Flash & Matty. Subs: Browny, Chalky & Alex
Agorini.
Horncastle
Town 1 Plough Skellingthorpe 1 Lincolnshire League
15-01-2011
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Town
will be very disappointed not to take all the points from this
game. The first half was a forgettable affair with the windy
conditions playing a big part but it was Town who always looked
the better of the two teams. After 15 mins of the second half a
great run by man of the match Michael finished with a cross that
Flash tucked away to send Town 1 up. Town should have finished the
game off with good chances falling to Tony and Michael.
The
Town goal was rarely threatened with Scroggsy having very little
to do. One of the highlights that does deserve a mention was
a great piece of Tekkers shown by Johno whilst on the byline he
somehow managed to curl the ball into the home dugout!
It
was beginning to be a struggle to think who could be named Wonger
Wally of the week when up poped the Ref to claim the
prize.....Flash was given off side and swore at the linesman (no
worse than any other player had said all game) and was given a
straight red card! Then to add to Town's worries Scroggsy
was hurt in a challenge and was clearly in pain.
A
rare mistake by the Town defence allowed Skellingthorpe to get
back in the game with virtually the last kick. The down side
to this game is that Scroggsy thinks he will be out of action for
a while and Flash will also miss a number of games due to the
inconsistency of the Wonger Wally of the week!
Team:
Scroggsy, Dave, Gaz, Alco, Johno, Ollie J, Michael, Jacko, Tony,
Flash & Will. Subs: Frank, Shelley, Matt Simons & Matty
Lowe.
Horncastle Town
1 Skegness Town 0 Lincolnshire League
20-11-2010
A
Wongers view by Simon Nagle
A
good win for Horncastle despite the unfortunate loss at Boston and
they had a good edge most of the game. The starting line-up
consisted of Scrogsy, Browny, Johno, Alco, Matty, Micky, Jacko,
Ollie, Tommy, Gaz and Tony. On the bench for Town were Jamie,
Frank and Dave. The 1st half was frustrating but the possession
was mostly Towns but despite a few
good breaks from Town the finish was never there. The ref gave a
few bad decisions but we still came out with 0-0 at half time.
The 2nd half was under way and the ref
seemed to be getting worse and worse. The chances came but again
the finishes were never there. The ref gave a yellow card for
Tony's clean challenge but the Skeggy players were putting the
decisions into his head. As Town were on the break Matty Lowe
picked up the ball and took it to the edge of the box. Looking as
he was going to cross the ball Matty Lowe hit a volley and the
keeper was nowhere, 1-0 Town!!!!!As Tony Edwards went in for a
clean challenge getting the ball the ref blew for a free kick but
the decision was appalling. Already picking up a yellow Tony
Edwards got another yellow and was sent off. The ref needed to get
some glasses as it was the worst decision yet. In the late minutes
of the second half number 15 from Skeggy went harshly in on Browny
obviously a challenge deserving a red card but to the Town fans
disgust he was only shown a yellow. What a Crap ref!!!!!!!
The
official Wongers Wally of the Week has got to go to the awful ref
with his lets say not the slimmest lino. Thanks to all that came
along to support the Town it was a well deserved win!!!
Horncastle Town
1 Skegness Town 0 Lincolnshire League
20-11-2010
By
Robin Harrison
Horncastle
Town ran out deserving winners in this afternoons Lincolnshire
League encounter
against high flying Skegness Town despite losing Tony Edwards mid way through
the second half to a very controversial referring decision.
Horncastle
had the bulk of the possession throughout the game and won through a
superbly struck volley from the edge of the penalty area by Matty
Lowe.
Despite
being reduced down to ten men for the final 20 mins, plus
what appeared to be an exceptionally large amount of added time
Horncastle Town held on to record a famous victory!
Wally
of the week hmm the men in black or to be more precise the
one with the whistle!
Boston
United Reserves 5 Horncastle Town 1 Lincolnshire League
13-11-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
The Wongers travelled in numbers to the ground where Gaza
once graced the pitch, and like Gaza met in the bar for a few shandy's before KO. The
flattering score is not really a good or true reflection of the game this afternoon.
Town played very well in the first half and looked more like the team at the top of the division.
Town passed the ball well against a very strong United team,
Town went close a few times with Flash having a shot cleared off
the line.
Scroggsy had very little to do in the opening half but it was the
home side who scored with their first real attack on Towns goal.
Half time and yes you know what that means ... BAR !!
On the way the Boston massive tried to give us some stick but
like gentlmen we did not retaliate and also they were all under 10
!
Second half and Boston quickly doubled their lead and not
long after Town were down to 10 men when Flash was shown a red card for retaliation after a
brutal foul by Lurch.
From the resulting free kick Ollie curled the ball into the
top corner for a superb goal !
Town tried to come back but found United too strong with the
extra man and the game finished 5-1.
Dave and Tom came on as late subs for Gaz and Jamie.
Wongers Wally of the week ....... Could say the ref or the Boston
manager who watched the game from the stands a la premiership
manager not Lincs league!!! UTW.
Team:Scroggsy, Browny, Matty, Alco, Johno, Jamie,
Jacko, Ollie J, Gaz, Flash & Mickey. Subs: Dave,Tom & Frank.
Ivy
Taven 0 Horncastle Town 5 County Cup
06-11-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
This game saw Town march on through to the next round of the
County Cup with a  convincing win against the Ivy Tavern.
Town started on the offensive from the first whistle seeing
Flash test the goalie in the first minute.
With the game only five minutes old Browny broke up the Ivy
Tavern play and passed the ball wide to Flash who put over an
inviting cross for Tony to score with a diving header. Town were creating plenty of openings and Mickey went close in
the 18th minute shooting straight at the keeper.
The wongers soon realised that The Ivy defence had some
celebrity look-alikes with their number four passing a
resemblance to Bolton's finest, Peter Kaye, and their number
two giving a good impression of Caleb (thanks Towny) of Kings
of Leon. Any way back to the game.....Flash again went
close as he tried to dink, yes DINK, the ball over the goalie
but the ball span wide. Scroogsy had very little to do
first half and did all that was asked in catching the ball and
some superb kicking but when the opportunity came to throw it
the ball seemed curiously stuck to his gloves!
Town were working the ball well and Caleb was given a torrid
time by Matty and Chalky, Flash went close again after a shot
on the volley went inches wide after a cross from Chalky.
The last event of the first half was a  strike by Jacko that
hit the woodwork. Half time and the Wongers were off............yes to the bar
and may I say, also, were the Chairman and Lady chairman...its
catching!
The second half began with the Wongers watching from the bar
porch and Town again were straight into attack mode after a
long........PASS, by Scroggsy saw Flash again go close.
Ivy's Number 6 was shown a yellow card after a foul on the
hardworking Chalky.
Town's second goal was scored by Flash who eventually got his
reward seeing his right foot shot from the edge of the box
evade the diving goalie.
Podge then brought on Dave "I've got new boots "
Marshall for Browny who needed to go and find some balls with
young Tom! Again Town pressed forward and Scroggsy was
pinpointing the front two with his kicking, the Wongers gave
Scroggsy a big cheer when all of a sudden......he threw the
ball out to Dave....Scroggsy gave the Wongers...two fingers,
but we were sure he had only thrown the ball out once!
Gaz was brought on for Chalky and soon went close with a
header and then Flash had another chance after a cross by
Mickey was headed into his path by Gaz but Flash was unable to
convert. Podge made his final change bringing on Jamie
for Ollie for the last 20 minutes. Town's third was
scored by Flash and I really can't report how, as I was
checking my phone for Football results and for this I apologise
as I did to Ian and Towny after I informed that Ipswich had
gone one up against the Blades.
Now I was really struggling for Wonger Wally of the Week
until...........Ivy had a free kick outside the box and in the
group of players in the area it was clearly seen that their
number 15 HEADBUTTED Matty! So as he did not get anything from
the Ref he gets our award.
Tony got Town's fourth after good work by Gaz who won the ball
and then Flash put the ball through to Tony. Tony and
Flash are going to be a handful for any defence this season
and Flash got his hattrick and Town's fifth after great work between
the two strikers.
Great result for Town today and PLEASE can as many
supporters as possible turn out next Saturday when the boys
are away to local rivals Boston United Reserves, You know it
makes sense!!!
Up The Wongers!
Team:
Scroggsy,Browny,Alco,Johno,Matty,Mickey,Jacko,Ollie,Chalky,Tony
& Flash, Subs: Jamie,Gaz & Dave Marshall.
Hykeham
Town 1 Horncastle Town 0 Lincolnshire League
30-10-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Podge picked a strong team for the trip to
Hykeham, which proved to be a frustrating afternoon for Town.
Podge was assisted today in the absence of DJ by Andrew
"unleash the beast" Cotton who was soon letting his
feelings known to the ref as the game began with Town
struggling against a Hykeham side who made life difficult.
Within the first 10mins Hykeham had hit the post twice with
the second being a class save by Lewis.
Then Hykeham were awarded a penalty for what the
ref said was a push by Alco which no-one else saw, even the
player who was said to be pushed! Lewis stood tall in-between
the sticks and saved the resulting kick and justice was done!!
Hykeham got their goal after 15 minutes, which saw Lewis lobbed
from 20 yards. Town pushed forward and both Chalky and
then Tony from a free kick came close. On 35mins a
thundering shot from Ollie from all of 30 yards crashed off of
the bar and once again Town were foiled.
Hykeham with their own brand of what can only be
described as heavenly football, well I saw the ball go above the
clouds at least six times, were still causing Town problems and
went on to hit the Town bar after one of their hoofy
moves. Just before the break Town had a blatant penalty
shout turned down when Flash was pushed in the back while
climbing to head the ball, but the Ref waved play on. Town
came out in the second half trying to play football (one side
had to) and soon were creating chances with Tony and Flash
causing the Hykeham defence problems. A free kick by Johno
saw Gaz come close with a header but Town were just not getting
any breaks today, Flash saw a header just go wide of the goal as
Town pressed forward. Town then had another penalty claim
turned down by Cocoa the Clown, sorry meant to say Andy the Ref,
when Tony was hauled down in the box. There was a break in
play when Mickey came on for the hard working Gaz which gave the
local ducks time to fly over the pitch without the risk of being
hit by another
Hykeham punt into the clouds.
Town tried to play some passing football to get
through the Hykeham defence whilst their coach could be heard to
tell his players " give it a Dink over the
top"................ A Dink !!!!
Anyway Town's last real chance of the game was a 30yrd effort
by Chalky but it was never going to be our day.
Wonger Wally of the Week was decided as soon as
the 10th minute, Andy the Ref who really had a truly awful game
and I would think by the end of the game he knew exactly what
the Town coaching staff and watching supporters thought of him.
RUBBISH! Up the Wongers !!
Team:
Lewis,Browny,Matty, Alco, Johno, Gaz,Ollie
J, Jacko, Chalky, Tony & Flash. Subs: Micky, Tom &
Frank.
Grimsby Borough Reserves 2 Horncastle Town 4 Lincolnshire League
16-10-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
The
Wongers travelled to Grimsby Borough today where the game was
played on a School pitch which wasn't great but beggers cant
be choosers! The starting line up for Town was, Lewis, Browny,Matty, Alco,
Johno,Ollie J,Jacko, Gaz,Michael, Tony and Flash. On the bench
were Ollie K, Jamie and Frank. Town started well and immediately started to cause Grimsby
problems, so much so that their number 9 went one better than
Browny last week by getting booked in under 2 minutes.
Both
the impressive Tony and Flash went close in the early part of
the first half and the only part Lewis had to play in the half
was to race out of his area with a Karate Kid like kick to
stop a rare Grimsby attack!
Town
pressed forward but was prevented clear chances by a linesman
who clearly did not have a clue, even the ref had a word with
him telling him to sort it out! On 40 mins a fine pass by Cromer, almost a forward one, found
Michael who delivered a great cross which was met by Flash who
headed against the bar.
More
and more Grimsby were displaying tactics which can only be described
as Filth which saw their number 8 get booked for yet another
late challenge. Just before the break Town broke through again
and yet again YODA the linesman put his flag up only to be
over ruled by the ref and Tony went on to score. The
whistle went for half time and the ref went off being
surrounded by the Grimsby players, the Wongers meanwhile were
too busy looking for a pint but to no avail. Town again
started well in the 2nd half and saw Flash make the keeper
save well and then an almighty scramble in the Grimsby area
when Johno shot and the keeper pushed the ball onto the bar,
then Tony headed, Gaz and Ollie also got in on the act, Oo's
and Argh's could be heard from the watching Wongers.
The
second goal was scored by the returning Flash after good work
on the left by Matty, who was coming more into the game
causing the Grimsby no 14 (who had the tightest shorts on seen
since 1981) all sorts of problems. Another fine move by
Town saw Tony hit the bar after Matty had crossed. Podge
then made two changes bringing on Ollie K and Jamie for Cromer
and Michael.
A
personal highlight was when the ball came hurtling out of the
sky towards the Wongers, Closey thought he had it covered but
I dropped a shoulder and back heeled the ball clear, Podge and
DJ were open mouthed as the onlookers all said
"TOUCH" Town then took complete control (we thought) when Matty scored
after a cross by Jacko.
An
injury to our captain marvel Johno meant Frank was introduced
to the defence but don’t worry we are 3 up..............
Frank made a couple of surging runs and headed a neat ball
through to Tony but............Grimsby got two goals back and
neither was down to Lewis even tho he did have a baseball cap
on!!
Just
as we were starting to say "surely not" Flash broke
through and not happy with just rounding the goalie once tried
it again, with Tony screaming for the square pass, Flash
buried the ball in the net. Town really should have
been out of sight in this game and could have netted ten.
The return of the Wonger Wally of the week saw the award going
to........YODA the linesman by far the worst we have seen.
Horncastle Town
6 Spilsby Town 0 Friendly
13-10-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
A good run out for Town
tonight which saw Podge give some younger players a chance to
impress. Louie was once again in goal and handled
whatever was thrown at him with ease.
The game was settled with goals from Tony Edwards with 2 goals
the return of Craig Flash Gordon with 2 goals, Tom Sewell and
Carl Wilson.
The biggest cheer was for
Carl Wilson's Klinsmann style goal celebration but no Wonger
Wally of the week ! Great beer tho! Wongers !!!!
Fulbeck
United 0 Horncastle Town 4 County Cup
09-10-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
After
the controversial last cup match at Long Sutton Podge was
looking at settling this game in normal time. With
Scroggsy unavailable Louie was Towns number 1 with Browny back
in midfield and Tom Sewell given a start up front alongside
Tony Edwards.
The
game started with Browny trying to make the biggest impression
and this he sure did when after 3 mins 40 he found himself in
the ref's book for two challenges (fouls) ! Town
initially seemed to struggle to find their usual passing game
although having the most possession.
Tom Sewell struck the post of the Fulbeck goal from 20 yards
as Town settled.
With
5 mins remaining the ball broke loose in the box and Browny
made no mistake as the net rippled. Louie had nothing to
do all half until the last minute when Fulbeck played a ball
through and Louie coolly came out of his area collected the
ball on to his knee to his chest and passed the ball clear,
the watching Wongers cheered with delight !
The
2nd half started with the Wongers watching from the Executive
box ( bar) ! Gaz Melia put Town 2 up with a great strike from
what looked 20 yards from the steamed up windows of the Exec'
box . Tony Edwards then broke into the box in Towns next
attack and was hauled down and the ref pointed to the
spot. Cromer stepped up but had to re-take his kick
after initially passing the ball sidewards ! He made no
mistake when he was told the ball had to move forward !!!!!!!
Podge
then made use of his subs bringing on Jamie for Tiny and then
Jacko for Browny then trying to keep it simple Ollie for
........ Ollie ! Louie again with very little to do made
a great save scooping the ball out of the danger area and then
dummied the resulting ball from the corner.
Town
now in complete control had Jacko hit the bar and Jamie
finished the rout with Towns 4th.
No Wonger Wally of the week apart from Browny ! 3mins 40 ?????
WONGERS !
Ruston Sports 0 Horncastle Town 2 (aet)
02-10-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
To
say this was a one sided game is an understatement! Without
playing their best football of the season Town should have
been three goals up at half town.
own
began the second half trying to play more short passing
football and chance after chance went by! Even the watching
Wongers and coaching staff were beginning to laugh as the ball
just would not go in the net! Podge made some
changes bringing on Steve Brown for Jamie Lamming and Tom
Sewell for Gaz Melia.
Extra
time began and to be honest the feeling was that it would go
to penalties and the fear that Town would lose. But then Podge
brought Shelley on for Dave Marshall and within minutes
Shelley threaded an inch perfect pass to Tony Edwards who this
time made no mistake and buried the ball in the back of the
net. Like they say when it rains it pours and within minutes
Jacko had made sure of Towns progression to the next round of
the cup.
Wonger
W***er of the match goes to Ruston's number 8 who they called
Campo but was more like Compo who moaned all day to the ref
when there was nothing to moan about. So it's Skeg or Boston
in the next round and the Wongers know who we want !!!!
Nice pint of Becks at Ruston's and for this we say thank you.
Horncastle Town 3 Heckington United 1
25-09-2010
A
Wongers view by Alan
Wilkinson
Town gave The Wongers plenty to shout about today with a
comfortable win in a game they
dominated from the start. First half goals from Matty Low and
Tony Edwards gave Town a 2-0 lead although on chances created
it could easily
have been 5 or 6. Beer break was followed by much the same in
the second half and
skipper Jonno made it 3 with an AUDACIOUS
free kick from 25 yards out. Heckington got themselves a late
consolation just to give the returning Town keeper Scroggs
something to moan about.
Wongers
Wa**er of The Match was a difficult decision but was finally
won by the Heckington no.3 who in order to show off his fully tattooed
left arm decided play with one shirt sleeve completely rolled
up to his collar - well hard!
Special
mention to the excellent stand in barman Pete Nagle who's
expertise in pulling a pint was very much appreciated by The
Wongers this afternoon - in contrast to the piss poor tea on
offer from the new tea bar assistant!
Well done Town! UTW
Horncastle Town 1 Grimsby Boro 1
18-09-2010
A
Wongers view by Pete Nagle
Another
home draw for Town who never really got going in the first
half. Grimsby frustrated Town with a physical game that
the ref appeared to be a supporter of as he seemed to let a lot
of challenges go without a word . Grimsby took the lead
as a result of Town falling asleep and letting in a weak goal.
It was obvious from the look on Podges face at half time that
the boys were in for a bit of a talking to. Town came
back the second half more positive and levelled the score
after an "audatious" (thanks Mr Baxter) cross by
Tony Edwards for Alco to head the ball into the net.
Special mention to Lewis in goal who had a good solid
performance between the sticks .
Wonger Wa**er of the match goes to the Grimsby number 11 who
got booked for diving but only got a 5.9 from the watching
Wongers !
Long
Sutton 1 Horncastle Town 2 (AET) Lincs Junior Cup
11-09-2010
Report
by Travelling Wonger Pete Nagle
Town started the game very well
playing some superb fast passing football that Long Sutton
really could not live with. Town created chances in the first
half but could not make the breakthrough. Early second half
pressure paid off when Ollie Cromer Johnson put Town ahea...d.
Somehow Town could not punish Long Sutton and paid the price
for some poor finishing when the home side equalised. The full
time whistle sounded and it was extra time. The sides were
still equal when it was half time and then ......... mass
confusion ! Someone from Lincs FA was present and informed
that the game should have gone straight to penalties. After a
long discussion between the officials it was decided that the
extra time should continue. It was Town who got the
breakthrough with Michael Harness scoring with only a couple
of minutes to go ! So Town through to the next round or are
they ? If Long Sutton appeal the match may be replayed ! But
it's not all bad there is a very nice bar if we have to go
back !!!!! Wonger W***er of the match would have gone to Long
Sutton's number 11 who appeared to fall over more times than
Ann Widdecome will on strickly! But no this weeks award goes
to the Ref for not knowing the rules !!!!! A good day out with
Town having a healthy away following !
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