Central City did us a big favour on Wednesday night by beating Twyford 3-1, meaning whatever the outcome of their last game against Alphington we will finish Division 1 runners-up so congratulations, you should be very proud of yourselves.
This is a fantastic achievement in a league that has been very competitive this season. We have played some amazing football, scored incredible goals (Kaden's acrobatic goal against Colyton will live long in the memory), defended gallantly and managed to win every game played in 2018 which is no mean feat. Aside from the Alphington fixture where we were unable to raise a team, we only actually lost 2 games all season.
Congratulations to Oakley for winning Player of the Year, Luke for Players Player of the Year and Matt for Most Improved Player of the Year. Also, well done to Alfie for finishing as our top goalscorer with an impressive 24 goals, including a number of great hat-tricks.
There is a league presentation evening at the Corn Exchange on 10th June. As runners-up you will all receive a medal and it would be good to see as many of you as possible there to represent the club. U14s and U15s awards are scheduled between 8.15-9.15pm so you will not need to be there for long - http://www.exeteryouthleague.co.uk/
Thinking ahead to next season, it looks like we will need to increase numbers slightly but by how many will depend on you letting me know your plans for next season, so can you all let me know asap, by text or email, if you are a YES, NO or a maybe.
Well done lads and thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable season!
Jon
Saturday 19 May 2018
Saturday 12 May 2018
Central City 0-3 Central United
It was our 2nd game in 48 hours and whilst the pitch was a far cry from what we played on on Monday evening at least the conditions were cooler. Right from the start it was clear City were up it and we were in for a tough encounter. The first goal would be important one and fortunately it came in our favour early on when Oakley's quick feet lead to him being brought down inside the box and Alfie kept his composure under pressure to slot home the resultant penalty kick.
We improved as the half went on and began to dominate the match with some excellent football and we took a 2-0 lead when Oakley produced, what is becoming bit of a trademark goal, another wonder strike from long range.
Playing up the deceptive slope in the second half we still had it all to do against determined opposition. City started to gain more possession and applied the pressure in a bid to get back into the game but were unable to make the break through due to some excellent defending. Towards the end of the half City were becoming more and more stretched in having to chase the game and Alfie capitalised with some great chasing down to score from close range to make it 3-0.
Another superb performance demonstrating that as well as playing some great football and scoring goals we can also be dogged at the back too.
Man of the Match goes to Oakley, for pulling all the strings in midfield and of course that fantastic goal!
Now we have to sit and wait, tentatively, to see if we have done enough to hold on to 2nd place!
We improved as the half went on and began to dominate the match with some excellent football and we took a 2-0 lead when Oakley produced, what is becoming bit of a trademark goal, another wonder strike from long range.
Playing up the deceptive slope in the second half we still had it all to do against determined opposition. City started to gain more possession and applied the pressure in a bid to get back into the game but were unable to make the break through due to some excellent defending. Towards the end of the half City were becoming more and more stretched in having to chase the game and Alfie capitalised with some great chasing down to score from close range to make it 3-0.
Another superb performance demonstrating that as well as playing some great football and scoring goals we can also be dogged at the back too.
Man of the Match goes to Oakley, for pulling all the strings in midfield and of course that fantastic goal!
Now we have to sit and wait, tentatively, to see if we have done enough to hold on to 2nd place!
Friday 11 May 2018
Colyton 2-5 Central United
It was a beautiful evening but on the hot side for football, so understandibly the game didn't start at a high tempo but it wasn't too long before we got a foothold in the game through two quick fire Alfie goals, the second of which was a brilliant solo effort.
At 2-0 we eased off slightly and things got a bit sloppy allowing Colyton to get one back before half time. It wasn't long into the second half before we restored the 2 goal advantage with an absolute stunner from Oakley into the top right corner.
Our forth came after some great passing down the left side played in Kaden who shimmied onto his right foot and struck a crisp shot across the keeper and into the right hand side of the goal.
Colyton got another after a small spell of pressure but we replied almost immediately after Alfie, who was a thorn in Colyton's side all evening, bagged another hat-trick.
Another win, some fanastic football and top quality goals on a night that we could have easily hit double figures if it wasnt for some amazing saves by the Colyton keeper.
Man of the Match goes to Kaden who once again provided great entertainment with his incredible skill on the ball and superb goal.
Jon
At 2-0 we eased off slightly and things got a bit sloppy allowing Colyton to get one back before half time. It wasn't long into the second half before we restored the 2 goal advantage with an absolute stunner from Oakley into the top right corner.
Our forth came after some great passing down the left side played in Kaden who shimmied onto his right foot and struck a crisp shot across the keeper and into the right hand side of the goal.
Colyton got another after a small spell of pressure but we replied almost immediately after Alfie, who was a thorn in Colyton's side all evening, bagged another hat-trick.
Another win, some fanastic football and top quality goals on a night that we could have easily hit double figures if it wasnt for some amazing saves by the Colyton keeper.
Man of the Match goes to Kaden who once again provided great entertainment with his incredible skill on the ball and superb goal.
Jon
Sunday 6 May 2018
Change of KO time
Hi all
Tomorrow's KO is 6pm not 6.30pm as previously posted. So it's 5.30pm meet for 6pm KO.
Jon
Tomorrow's KO is 6pm not 6.30pm as previously posted. So it's 5.30pm meet for 6pm KO.
Jon
Saturday 5 May 2018
Colyton away
Hi all
It's our penultimate game of the season on Monday against Colyton. KO is 6.30pm so can we meet at 6pm please.
Address is:
Chantry Playing Field
Chantry Bridge
EX24 6DT
See you then!
Jon
It's our penultimate game of the season on Monday against Colyton. KO is 6.30pm so can we meet at 6pm please.
Address is:
Chantry Playing Field
Chantry Bridge
EX24 6DT
See you then!
Jon