Basingstoke Town Fc 5Th January 2019 Kick-Off 3.00Pm

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HARTLEY WINTNEY FC VS BASINGSTOKE TOWN FC 5TH JANUARY 2019 KICK-OFF 3.00PM

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HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY

artley Wintney Football Club was founded in 1897 and played in an area ad- H jacent to the village's golf and cricket clubs. In 1953, the club moved to its present ground in Green Lane, known as 'The Memorial Ground'. A pavilion was erected and the team played in the Basingstoke League and, later, in the Alder- shot League.

In 1973, Glynn Howell was appointed Manager. In his six year reign, the team won the Aldershot Senior League three times in succession, and the Aldershot Senior Cup. After several seasons in the Aldershot Senior League, Hartley were admitted to the Combined Counties League, which replaced the Surrey Senior League. After the first couple of seasons and two changes of management, the club appointed Ian Bedford as Manager. Once again an influx of senior players brought Hartley success. Within his three years in management, they gained trophies including the League Title (1982-1983) and Runners Up (1981-1982), Aldershot Senior Cup Winners (1980-1981), and George Allen Cup Winners (1981-1982). They were also Runners Up in the League Cup (1982-1983) and Aldershot Senior Cup (1981-1982).

During this period a new Clubhouse was opened. David Willoughby, the then Sec- retary & Treasurer, and Bill Mitchell, the then club Chairman and now President, devoted excep- tional hours in the em- bryo stages of this ven- ture. Further invest- ments around this time included floodlights, new changing rooms and covered seating.

In 2007-08 under manager Mike Scott, the club gained promotion from Divi 1 of the Combined Counties League, but 2008-09 ended in relegation by a narrow margin. Under manager and assistant Pete Gray and John Con- don, the first team rallied, finishing 5th in CCL Div 1 in 2009-10. Coach Louis King took the reigns as manager when Pete Gray stepped down, guiding the team to 7th in CCL Div 1 in 2010-11.

A management team of ex-Basingstoke Town and Oxford United striker, Neville Roach, Assistant Mick Wollen and Coach Scott Tarr took charge for 2011-12 and it was a notable season, with the club achieving promotion back to the Com- bined Counties League Premier Division. Hartley also had a fine FA Cup run that took them to the Third Qualifying Round, but the euphoria of the cup run and promotion was dampened even before the champagne bubbles had burst, when the coaching staff and almost the entire squad left for Thatcham Town. For the 2012-13 season, ex-Millwall defender, Dave Tuttle, was given the summer to prepare a new squad. However, a string of poor results led to a second change in management in less than 4 months, with 24 year-old ex-Basingstoke Town and Hartley striker, Ben Dillon, given his first managerial position. Once again there was an almost total outflow of players and Ben, with assistants Ja- son Minton and Joe Lawler, set about rebuilding the squad, but by this time with Hartley well and truly set adrift at the bottom of the table. Their enthusiasm, 2 PROUD HAMPSHIRE CLUB SINCE 1897 belief and the introduction of a talented group of players quickly restored the spirit around the club. In what became known as the season of the club's 'Great Escape', the Row’s place in the CCL Premier was secured against all the odds after a truly remarkable second half of the season.

Dillon further strengthened the squad, with Steve Saunders and Dan Brownlie brought in to the coaching setup alongside Jason and Joe. The 2013-14 season started well and there were wins in the FA Cup to setup a home tie in the 4th Qualifying Round for the first time in the club's history, losing out to an in-form Daventry Town in front of a crowd of over 1,000. The cup run took its toll on the league form but the club finished a creditable 7th in the CCL Premier Division.

A new Club crest was commissioned ahead of the 2013-14 season, with a design that is modern but holds true to the traditions of a village club founded over 100 years ago. Designed by Philippa Bell, the current crest incorporates several ele- ments of historical significance. With the village recorded in the 13th century under the name of Hertleye Wynteneye, meaning "the clearing in the forest where the deer graze by Winta's island", the crest shows a tree and a stag, as well as the rose emblem of the Club's home county, Hampshire. The Club's nickname of 'The Row' is taken from 'Hartley Row', a former hamlet within Hartley Wintney. The nickname and the year in which the Club was founded are also incorporated in the crest.

2014-15 saw the club consolidate its place in the CCL Premier Division, finishing a comfortable 9th. Dillon stepped down at the end of the season and Dan Brownlie and Anthony Millerick were appointed as Joint First Team Managers for 2015-16, with Joe Lawler remaining part of the coaching setup, and Luke Tuffs coming in as First Team Coach while continuing as Youth Team Manager.

It was a very eventful 2015-16. After a memorable FA Cup win away at Merthyr Town in the Second Qualifying Round, Hartley battled back from 2-0 down to 2- 2 away at Conference South Eastbourne Borough, only to be beaten by a goal struck deep into injury time. In the FA Vase, Hartley Wintney broke a longstand- ing club record by reaching the 5th Round Proper. In front of a sell-out 1,300 at Green Lane, eventual finalists Hereford proved too strong, but the Row went on to top the CCL Premier Division for most of the season and claimed the 2015-16 league title, finishing 10 points clear on 106 points, with a goal difference of +87 and having lost just four league games all season. Promotion, however, was de- nied due to ground grading issues. Faced with attempting to achieve back-to-back title wins and put in place the substantial ground improvements that would allow progression, the 2016-17 season under co-managers Dan Brownlie and Anthony Millerick, and coach Luke Tuffs, was extraordinary. The Row topped the Combined Counties League Prem- ier Division for the entire season, reached the semi-finals of the Hampshire Sen- ior County Cup and the final of the Aldershot Senior Cup, and secured the re- quired ground grading to allow the Row to take their place in the Southern League South, making it to Step 4 of the football pyramid for the first time. And to top off a wonderful 2016-17, Luke Tuffs’ Youth team won the Hampshire FA Youth Cup against a strong Aldershot Town U18. 3 HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY

The team took life at Step 4 in their stride, helped by the consistency provided by an unchanged management team and settled squad, and the 2017-18 season was to prove even more remarkable than the previous campaign. The Row sat within the top four for much of the season, never dropping below 8th.

They set down a marker in the FA Cup, beating local rivals Basingstoke Town in a replay at Green Lane. Town later responded by signing Hartley's top goalscorer and club captain, Sam Argent. Argent's departure was a huge setback, but the management team responded by bringing in Rowan Vine, the charasmatic ex-professional. Vine restored belief in both the team and the supporters; it was an inspired signing. The Row embarked on their first FA Trophy campaign, which included wins against Gosport Borough and Farnborough FC before going out 0- 2 in the First Round Proper against eventual finalists, Bromley FC.

Vine joined the management team at one of his former clubs battling relegation late in the season. Losing Rowan seemed a massive blow at a critical point, but again the management team made an inspired signing. Nic Ciardini joined from Farnborough and was instrumental in keeping the momentum going. Hugely important was also the strong central defensive partnership that had grown during the second half of the season between Jack Ball and Liam Eagle.

A Play-Off place was secured and the Row won the semi-final against AFC Dun- stable 2-0. Cambridge City had triumphed at Hayes & Yeading FC in the other semi. In front of a crowd of over 700 at Green Lane, a tense game was decided by a single goal scored by Ciardini and so the Row clinched promotion and made it to the Southern Premier at Step 3; a truly outstanding achievement. The final season highlight was in lifting the Aldershot Senior Cup with a 4-1 win against Eversley & California FC.

20182018----19191919 The Club heads into new territory in the Southern League once again as it takes its place proudly in the Evo-Stik League South, Premier South for this season, having negotiated the steep climb from Step 5 to Step 3 in just two seasons. A revised management team is at the helm, with Dan Turkington stepping in as co -manager alongside Anthony Millerick, and there is a new and experienced coaching setup under Head Coach Luke Tuffs, with Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst and Keith Benjamin joining the background team.

We also welcome a new First Team Shirt Sponsor. BOSS Professional Services are a market leading ERP consulting and recruitment business that specialise in the sourcing of high level permanent and contract resources. We are delighted and honoured to have their support, alongside long-time sponsor CSL.

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4 CLUB OFFICIALS 2018-2019

PRESIDENT: William Mitchell VICE PRESIDENT: Nick Vint CHAIRMAN: Luke Mullen VICE CHAIRMAN: Steve Noakes HON. LIFE VICE PRESIDENTS: Dennis Burgess, David Willoughby, Paddy White, Luke Mullen LIFE VICE PRESIDENT: Brian Barnard VICE PRESIDENTS: Derek Ames, Len Ashby, Ian Bedford, Ann Bradley, Mick Clarke, Lisa Collins, James Cooke, Neil Doody, Paula Flanders, Andrew Harris, Frank Kenton, David Lenthal, Margaret Lewington, Bob Major, Mark Porter, Mike Roberts, Janet Richardson, Niall Sco, Linda Sco, Josie Shipman, Ray Shipman, Andy Spiers, Chris Stanley, Roy Smpson, Trudy Smpson, Roger Taplin, Nick Vint, Elizabeth Webb, Anthony White, David Willoughby, Gerry Wykes

TREASURER: Colin Charlton HONORARY SECRETARY: Elayne Duddridge MATCH SECRETARY: Gerry Wykes UNDER 18s SECRETARY: Eric Howard BAR SECRETARY: Paddy White MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Jeremy Fox, Sue Trimmer COMMITTEE: Ann Bradley, Dave Williams, Brendan Devlin, Jeremy Fox, Nick Elkington, Peter Auchterlonie SOCIAL COMMITTEE: Sue Trimmer, Lauren Breau, Tracy Collier, Lani Kealoha Charman, Samantha Vallance

FIRST TEAM MANAGERS: Dan Turkington, Anthony Millerick FIRST TEAM COACHES: Luke Tuffs, Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst, Keith Benjamin RESERVE TEAM MANAGERS: Ricky Hogsden, Neil Lancaster A TEAM MANAGER: Andy Storey U18 YOUTH TEAM MANAGER: Luke Tuffs

MATCH DAY OFFICERS: Ray Boorman, Jeremy Fox, Phil Blakey PROGRAMME EDITOR: Kevin O’Byrne, Luke Mullen PRESS OFFICER & WEB ADMIN: Kevin O’Byrne

Hartley Wintney F.C. Hartley Wintney F.C. GROUNDSMEN: Eric Howard, David Marn COMMERCIAL CONSULTANT: Chris Applegarth COVER PHOTOS: Ed Boyden @edboydenphotos

Green Lane, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire RG27 8DL Tel: 01252 843586 @HartleyFC 5 WELCOME TO HARTLEY WINTNEY FC

the same score; our scorer that day EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH being Romario Hart. 5th January 2019 Ironically, the two teams will also meet each other again in the CSS League vs Challenge Cup at the Camrose on Tuesday night, 8th January 2019. Basingstoke Town FC On New Year's Day we entertained Kick Oﬀ: 3.00pm Swindon Supermarine, a team that boasted a similar record to us, separat- ed in the table only by goal difference.

Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen The game was an enjoyable if nervy and welcome to the Memorial Ground encounter. We fell behind early on but for this Evo-Stik League South, Premier by half time we were in front thanks to South Division fixture against our near two fine goals from Marley Ridge and neighbours Basingstoke Town. To their Mitchell Parker. Our opponents equal- players, officials and supporters we ised minutes after the break via a extend a warm welcome and hope you header, and when we were reduced to enjoy your short stay with us today. 10 men after 60 minutes, things didn't look good. We did, however, continue Our visitors this afternoon are currently to play well, albeit we were grateful for 19th in the league with 25 points from some profligate finishing by the visi- 21 games. They arrive here at the Me- tors. morial Ground having won 2, lost 3 and drawn 1 of their last 6 encounters. Today also sees the return to action of the Reserves and the A Team. The Re- We are currently in 11th place in the serves travel to Abbey Rangers and the league with 30 points from 23 games. A Team travel to Yateley United looking Our form in our last six outings shows to keep their unbeaten run going. that we have won 2, lost 2 and drawn 2. Back to today's encounter here. This is a 'proper' local derby, with players on A look at the league table (page 49) both sides having played for both shows how this is an extraordinarily clubs. I hope the game is a good one tight league, with a plethora of teams and that it is enjoyed by everyone. whose fate could be relegation come the end of the season. Please get behind the boys today, your support is always appreciated by the Today's game sees both sides looking management and the players. to take the upper hand in our encounters this season. To date both sides #UTR have recorded 3-1 wins, Hartley win- ning at the Camrose in the League at the end of November, goal scorers for Luke the Row that day being Paget, Hart and Cook. A week later The Stoke were victorious in the Hants Senior Cup by

VS BASINGSTOKE TOWN : 5 JAN 2019

Jack French in action against Farnborough on Boxing Day Pic: Colin Rogers

7 VOICES FROM THE DUGOUT

Good afternoon to you all and welcome counter. all those from Basingstoke travelling the short distance; in particular we wel- We have beaten some very good teams come all the ex Hartley, some of whom here of late, and done so playing a played a big part in our rise up the very good brand of football which has leagues. given everybody around the club a great sense of belief. Come 1700 to- 2018 was a fine year for our club in day, we hope that feeling is only en- which we achieved something not hanced. many thought was possible. Another promotion, our highest ever league Enjoy the game. placing (this season) and some fine, entertaining football on display. Like Up the Row! any football club, there have been a few bumps along the way, more re- Millers and Dan cently a drop in form which has coin- cided with the birth of a new playing ethos at this football club and an over- haul in playing staff.

Late November and throughout Decem- ber has seen the evolution of this, and some of the football we have played is up there with the best we've seen over the last couple of seasons. Each game recently has presented a different challenge and tested us as a squad. We were good at Farnborough, a game in which we should have won by quite a margin. We were good for 40 minutes at Gosport, average for 40 minutes and very poor for 10, which cost us. Against Swindon, a good side and one in fine form, after the early set-back we were terrific and the two goals we scored were excellent. Again we suffered early set-backs in the second half but showed some real steel to see the game out and secure a point with 10 men.

Basingstoke will always be a massive game for us and we hope we get another decent gate. Our first exchange at the Camrose saw us come away worthy winners, likewise Basingstoke in the reverse fixture early in December. We both know a lot about each other’s squads and style of play etc., and it should make for an entertaining en- Pic: Colin Rogers 8

THE ROW : PLAYER SPONSORSHIP

PLAYER NAME SPONSOR Adam Desbois Tyler House Paul Strudley Chris Harris Stuart Norman Matt Evans Nathan Smart Steve Duff Louie Paget Mark Harpur Steve Noakes Hartley Wintney Juniors FC Liam Eagle Dave Williams Jack Ball Duncan & Suzanne Swan Luke King Romario Hart Josh Webb Tony Flanders Tyron Smith Jack French David Graham Nic Ciardini Colin Charlton Jacques Kpohomouh Mike Parish Michael Campbell David Willoughby Ross Cook Zoom Leisure Mitchell Parker Jayden Englefield Dan Stewart Freddie Gee Anthony Millerick (manager) James Sharples Dan Turkington (manager) Luke Tuffs (head coach) Eric Howard (physio) John Whitehall Colin The Kit Man Nic Ciardini & Anna Musgrove Sam Rafique (coach) Keith Benjamin (coach) Mark Hurst (coach)

Sponsor a member of the Row. Only £60 for the season and get mentions in the Match Day Pro- gramme & on our Website. Please contact Colin by email: [email protected] 12 THE PAPERS SAID : GOSPORT BOROUGH

Gosport Borough v Hartley set up Sam Lanahan for a shot which Wintney, Evo-Stik League South, brought out a good save from Desbois. Premier South. Sat 29th Dec 2018 Hartley responded, Jack French setting- Report by David Graham up Platt for an opportunity which saw the young striker fire wide. Then on 34 Gosport Borough continued their recent minutes, Gosport's George Barker had good form with a win courtesy of the a good effort following a long free kick, only goal scored just before half time. bringing out another save from Adam Desbois. The first chance fell to the 'Boro on four minutes when a long clearance The Row had a great chance to go found Ryan Pennery in the clear and ahead on 36 minutes. The best Row 'keeper, Adam Desbois, a long interplay in the entire match led to Jack way from his goal. The 'Boro forward French setting Romario Hart free elected to shoot early but the ball went through the middle. The young striker wide of the empty net. rounded O'Flaherty, but instead of shooting into the empty net decided to A period of scrappy play followed until check back and the chance was lost. the 16th minute. Mickel Platt showed good skill coming in from the left and The 'Boro finished the half strongly and created a good chance for himself on 41 minutes Lee set-up Pennery before he was hauled down well inside whose strong shot was beaten out by the penalty area. The Row claims for a Desbois. But two minutes before the spot kick went unheeded by referee break, 'Boro went ahead after a period Lewis Sandoe. of intense pressure. Good play down the right resulted in a shot crashing off Three minutes later, George Barker for the crossbar. The ball was partially the 'Boro cut in from the right and saw cleared, only for another shot to come his parting shot well saved by well crashing off the same spot on the positioned Desbois. crossbar. The ball went out to left and a high looper into the penalty area saw On 22 minutes the Row had a good the 'Boro forwards the most chance to take the lead when Romario determined, and George Barker shot Hart set Salhin Abubakar clear for a home from close range. (1-0) one-on-one with 'Boro 'keeper, Pat O'Flaherty. The home custodian stood HT: GOSPORT BORO 1 HARTLEY 0 tall and saved well. Three minutes later, a free kick taken by Josh Webb It was the Row who had the first effort found Jack Ball, who saw his shot from of the half on 53 minutes when Hart the edge of the box blocked. tried his luck from 25 yards, however the shot lacked power and O'Flaherty Centre-back Jack Ball made an saved. A minute later, Platt set-up Jack unforced error on the half hour mark, French, who saw his effort deflected leaving Tony Lee with a clear run in on wide. But two minutes later, the Row goal. Desbois came out and parried the defence was at sixes and sevens and shot, with Nathan Smart completing was fortunate that Lee was unable to the clearance from under the crossbar. convert a presentable chance.

The 'Boro gained the upper hand in On 58 minutes, Marley Ridge and Dan midfield for a spell. On 31 minutes, Lee Stewart combined well down the left 13 THE PAPERS SAID : GOSPORT BOROUGH and the latter's strong, low shot GOSPORT BOROUGH: Pat O'Flaherty, brought out an excellent save from Harry Medway, Joe Lea, Matthew O'Flaherty. Casey, Sam Roberts, Sam Lanahan, George Barker, Charlie Davis, Tony Hartley were trying to play out from Lee, Ryan Pennery, Patrick Suraci. the back and were caught out on a Subs: Craig McAllister, Matthew number of occasions by losing Weaire, Joe Byrne, Jordan Brooks, possession in dangerous areas. On 65 David Gerrard minutes, Lee took advantage and was unlucky to see his effort go just wide. HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois, The Row gave another chance a Joe Felix, Josh Webb, Jack Ball, Nathan minute later and Lee's cross found Smart, Jack French, Marley Ridge, Dan substitute David Gerrard, who brought Stewart, Salhin Abubakar, Mickel Platt, out a good save from Desbois. Romario Hart Subs: Tyron Smith (on), Marc Vockins, Yet another similar chance was Hadda Zongo (on), Louie Paget, Nic provided on 67 minutes by Hartley and Ciardini (on) again Gerrard saw his effort saved by Desbois. On 78 minutes, more loose After the game, David asked the play by the Row enabled Pennery to Hartley joint managers for their get in a cross which found the head of thoughts on the narrow defeat, starting Gerrard. Again Desbois pulled off a with Anthony Millerick. smart save. "I see this as a setback after our recent In the final ten minutes the Row finally performances. We were not too started putting some decent moves despondent at half time, feeling we together and should have equalised on would get chances and pull things 81 minutes. A quick free kick from around, and we created a number of Webb released Platt into the penalty really good chances. Credit to Gosport, box. The young striker seemed to lose who played to their strengths, being his composure and blazed badly wide very direct. when it looked easier to score. "I felt we lost our identity a bit," Millers Hartley pressed until the end and a continued. "However, we must take our Marley Ridge shot was deflected over chances up top when we are on top. following a fluent move. The 'Boro held We were also a bit shakey at the back on for a win they just about deserved on occasions today." on balance of play. However, the Row had gold plated chances to score Dan Turkington added, several goals despite being some way "We are a young team and learning all short of their best form. They will be the time. In this league we must try looking to improve their finishing on and prepare mentally for each match. New Year's Day with the visit of At times we looked a bit more lethargic Swindon Supermarine to Green Lane. than usual; possibly caused by several players being affected by a nasty bug FT: GOSPORT BORO 1 HARTLEY 0 that is doing the rounds. We look forward to trying to get back on track." Attendance: 285 Entertainment 3/5 Man of the Match: Adam Desbois 14 THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH

Farnborough v Hartley Wintney, flag kick on the right by Kurtis Evo-Stik League South, Premier Cumberbatch saw Perry Coles swivel South. Wednesday 26th Dec 2018 and shoot home a good volleyed goal. Report by David Graham (1-0) Coles was to play a prominent part in the match later on. Hartley Wintney took a large support to Farnborough, helping 'Boro to easily The Row responded and on 24 minutes their biggest home crowd of the season a long clearance set Dan Stewart free. at 547. The spectators were rewarded The striker saw his parting shot well with a really good local derby. A one saved by Beach. minute's silence was held for the much respected former Farnborough Boro continued to trouble Hartley with Chairman, Alan Churchill, who recently their direct play. On 34 minutes, Marc passed away. Churchill was with the Charles-Smith had the ball in the net club when 'Boro had their famous FA after heading in a cross from Michael Cup match at West Ham Utd. Fernandes. However, the striker was adjudged to have pushed his marker It was the Row who had the first and the goal was chalked off. chance in the first minute when a pass from Josh Webb sent Mickel Platt clear. Hartley came into the game The young striker took his shot early approaching half time with Stewart but pulled it wide of the post. setting-up Platt, who saw his effort go just past the post. On the stroke of half The 'Boro had a scare on 5 minutes time, a Row clearance from a set piece when 'keeper, Liam Beach, saw his landed at the feet of Cumberbatch who clearance charged down by an saw his effort saved by Desbois. inrushing Dan Stewart. However, the HT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 0 'Boro 'keeper reacted quickest and got back to save. A minute later, a low Steven Duff replaced Josh Webb - who through ball deceived the Row defence was suffering a chest infection - for the and Perry Coles was left clear. Hartley second period. Almost immediately Duff 'keeper, Adam Desbois, came out made a surging run down the left and quickly and pulled off a smart save at his cross just eluded the incoming the expense of a corner. The flag kick forwards. Straight afterwards, 'Boro from Coles found the head of Aaron had a good chance to increase their Oakley whose effort went wide. lead after Coles sent Fernandes clear of the Hartley defence. Desbois came out, Play moved to the other end of the narrowed the angles and pulled off a pitch and on 8 minutes good play good save. enabled Jack French on the right to set -up Platt. The striker saw his first effort A defining moment arrived on 54 blocked, as was his follow-up. Five minutes. A 'Boro corner on the right minutes later, French got free down the appeared to be over hit, eluded left and set-up Marley Ridge, whose everyone, and appeared to go strong effort from 20 yards was harmlessly for a goal kick. However, deflected wide. referee Adrian Harris had seen a touch somewhere and awarded another Boro's main threats came from set corner on the left, much to the ire of pieces and it was from a corner that the visitors. The flag kick from Coles they took the lead on 20 minutes. A was partly cleared but the return ball 15 THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH into the penalty area found added time Stewart set-up Felix, who Cumberbatch with a good chance. The saw his fierce drive tipped over by midfielder was hauled down by Jack Beach. In the end honours even in an Ball and a penalty awarded. Perry Coles exciting local derby. stepped up but saw his well struck effort saved by Desbois at full stretch. FT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 1 ATTENDANCE: 547 Things were to get worse for Coles on MAN OF THE MATCH: Jack Ball 66 minutes when, in an off the ball incident, he punched Marley Ridge in FARNBOROUGH: Liam Beach, John the face. This was spotted by referee Oyenuga, Andrew Musungu, Kurtis Harris who issued a straight red card. Cumerbatch, Michael Kamara, Aaron Oakley, Michael Fernandes, Elliott The remainder of the match saw Bonds, Perry Coles, Marc Charles- Hartley camped around the 'Boro Smith, Reggie Young. penalty area as they sought an SUBS: Conner Cullen, Samij Bajja, equaliser. Nic Ciardini did well to set up Seth Owens, Tom Leggett, Rob Bartley Joe Felix on 68 minutes and the young full back saw his shot blocked. The HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois, rebound found its way to Stewart, who Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball, watched as his effort was saved by Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Jack Beach. A second dual between Beach French, Marley Ridge, Mickel Platt, Dan and Stewart came in the 70th minute Stewart, Salhin Abubakar when the Row striker worked his way SUBS: Tyron Smith (on), Steven Duff through the home defence. The 'Boro (on), Nic Ciardini (on), Chris Harris, keeper pulled off a smart save with a Hadda Zongo block, and Platt's follow-up was deflected wide. After the game, David spoke with Hartley joint manager, Dan Turkington. The pressure on the 'Boro goal became more intense and the Row had a "I thought 'Boro had a slight edge in golden chance to equalise on 79 the first half with their direct minutes. Nic Ciardini was pushed as he approach," said Turks. "However, even attempted to reach a long free kick in the first half we shaded them on from Tyron Smith. Smith took the spot chances and we were the better side in kick but shot wide. the second period. 'Boro always had a threat from set pieces and Adam did On 85 minutes, Ball set-up Ciardini but well saving a one-on-one early in the his effort lacked power and Beach second half. As well as that, his penalty saved. But Hartley were eventually save was excellent. rewarded for their efforts with a deserved equaliser on 88 minutes. A "It would have been difficult to long cross from the left appeared to be maintain the same levels we achieved over hit. Dan Stewart was not for against Taunton Town and Poole giving it up and managed to keep the Town," Dan continued. "We showed ball in play. He beat a defender and great resilience to keep going to the crossed for Jack Ball to head home end, and no one could deny that we from close range. (1-1) deserved at least a draw. Finally, a big thank you to the large Hartley Wintney The Row went for the winner and in support today." 16

MATCH DAY SPONSOR : HART TAXIS

Hartley Wintney FC is pleased to welcome HART TAXIS as today’s Match Day Sponsor and we thank them for their continued sponsorship of the Club. As one of our valued community partners, the company already have 3 near pitch perimeter hoardings in place. Their sponsorship of today’s match is one of three games they have opted to sponsor during the season.

We are pleased that HART TAXIS will be joining us for refresh- ments in the boardroom today and will also have the honour of picking the Hartley Wintney Man of the Match. We trust they will thoroughly enjoy their time with us as our special guests.

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HARTLEY WINTNEY FC PEN PICS

Steve Noakes Jacques Experienced defender, Kpohomouh with the Row for Defender recently several seasons. joined, having previ- Previous clubs include ously played for Fleet Town and MET Bangor City, South- Police. Great organiser, port and Droylsden. motivator and tactically Quick, strong and intelligent defender. powerful in the air. Sponsored by Sponsored by Mike Hartley Wintney Parish Juniors FC

Matt Evans Louie Paget Joined us in the closed A versatile player season. A defender, who can play at full Matt has represented back on either flank the Army over 30 times or anywhere in mid- and UK Armed Forces field. Former U18 team 10 times. Played youth team captain. for Rushden & Dia- Sponsored by Mark monds & Winchester. Harpur

Nathan Smart Michael Experienced defender Campbell on dual registration Striker with pace, from Slough Town. good close control Adds a wealth of tal- and an eye for goal. ent, pace and strength Joined the Row this to the squad. summer. Sponsored by David Willoughby

Dan Stewart Jack French Comfortable playing as Midfielder with su- striker or in midfield, perb first touch who Dan was previously finds his way out of with Guildford City and seemingly impossi- is a former Millwall and ble situations with Charlton Athletic acade- his tight ball control. my player. He joined Terrific workrate. the Row in Nov 2018. Sponsored by David Graham

Steve Duff Mitchell A Hartley fans’ fa- Parker vourite and club 24 year-old striker legend, The Train with a good helped the club goalscoring record achieve two champi- from his time with onship wins and a Reading City. double promotion. Joined us from Rejoined us at the Basingstoke Town end of November. in December .

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Josh Webb Ross Cook Hard working and A prolific goalscorer combative midfielder and a Hartley fans with an incredible favourite. Rejoins engine. Josh joined the Row for 2018/19 Hartley from Met after a successful Police ahead of the spell last season 2017/18 season. with Thatcham Sponsored by Town. Sponsored Tony Flanders by Zoom Leisure

Tyron Smith Romario Hart Cultured and experi- Joined at the start enced midfielder of this season but now in his 2nd sea- was out for a while son with us. Previ- following an injury. ously played with Quick, tricky winger Kingstonian and Met previously with Police. Colliers Wood and Godalming Town.

Jayden Nick Englefield Hutchings A young, skilful Attacking full back winger who joined who reads the game us from Winchester extremely well. City. Now in his 2nd Joined us from Farn- season with the borough ahead of Row. the 17/18 season.

Jack Ball Adam Desbois Central defender The young 'keeper now in his 2nd sea- joins the Row on a son with us. Formed season-long work a superb partner- experience placement ship with Liam Ea- from Reading FC. gle to help us to Adam is a member of promotion. Spon- the England U19 sored by Duncan squad. Sponsored by & Suzanne Swan Tyler House

Nic Ciardini Chris Harris Experienced forward An up and coming & midfielder, Nic goalkeeping talent came to us from who has featured for Reading U/23. Farnborough last Assured handler of season. ‘Cards’ is the ball. Was under- our club captain for study to Struds last 18/19. Sponsored season. by Colin Charlton

MANAGEMENT & COACHING STAFF

Anthony Millerick ‘Millers’ is now in his 4th season with the Row and undoubtedly our prize possession. A much sought-after manager whose services we are fortunate to retain. Tactically astute and, whilst he can be uncom- promising, he has a way with his players that engenders loyalty. Sponsored by James Sharples Dan Turkington ‘Turks’ joined as 1st team co-manager alongside ‘Millers’ ahead of the 2018-19 season. Dan managed Camberley Town during one of their most successful spells and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge he now brings to the Row. Luke Tuffs 1st Team Head Coach and U18 Youth Team manager, ‘Tuffs’ Holds the UEFA B licence and is an Academy Man- ager at Pulse Chertsey. Has been with the Row throughout our recent rise up the non-league pyramid. Tuffs is always willing to assist anyone with an interest in the game. Now helping forge ever closer links with the Juniors.

Sam Rafique Sam holds a UEFA License and is currently an academy coach with Aldershot Town FC. He’s had spells at Fleet Town, Godalming Town & Camberley Town, the latter with a considerable success. Sam and Luke Tuffs have known each other well for a number of years; both share the same footballing philosophy. Keith Benjamin An experienced goalkeeping coach, Keith has known Millers and Tuffs for over ten years, having working with them whilst they were players at Camberley Town. He comes with a wealth of experience including recent spells at Farnborough and Kingstonian FC. He now provides specialist goalkeeper mentoring and coaching to our group of talented ‘keepers. Mark Hurst Mark is one of the highest regarded football coaches locally. He previously worked with Anthony Millerick at Cove FC and has worked as a coaches' coach at both Fulham and Villareal FC recently. His coaching experience, and approach to helping the players achieve their best, is sure to benefit everybody directly involved with football at the club.

Eric Howard - Physio. Came to us with a wealth of footballing nouse and has been part of the background staff behind our rise up the pyramid. Served us as Reserve Team manager. Sponsored by John Whitehall Mick Beard - Physio. Stalwart for the Row over several seasons. Colin Charlton - Kit man. So much more than just the man who looks after the kit! Sponsored by Nic Ciardini & Anna Musgrove 22 THE NLP COLUMN

This week’s NLP programme col- Premier League show they have one umn was written by Matt Badcock too in 2019 and restore some lost faith.

Football is a game to be enjoyed, but WREXHAM fans are understandably there are times when you really end up upset about manager Sam Ricketts questioning what it’s all about. The leaving to take over at League One side £5m golden handshake being given by Shrewsbury. The former Bolton and the Premier League clubs to outgoing Hull City defender only took over in the chief executive Richard Scudamore was summer but quickly showed he’s a boss one of those moments. It also brings with a bright future as he led the Welsh home what the lower levels of football club to the top of the National League. in this country are up against when cash of that amount is handed out at But look at the bigger picture and it will the drop of the hat. Yes, the Premier hopefully be a boost to Non-League League does give money down to Non- football if he can do well. Managers at League football, and without it many this level rarely get a chance to step clubs wouldn’t have been able to im- up. Opportunities are much more avail- prove their facilities. But imagine how able to players. There are so many top much more could be achieved and the bosses outside the Football League – it good it could do for English football. would be great if more get a shot higher up the ladder. Part of the problem is the disconnect between the top and the bottom. Non- DID you catch the amazing goal-line League football couldn’t seem any fur- defending by Dulwich Hamlet last ther away from the riches enjoyed at weekend? Wingate & Finchley couldn’t the elite level. But, more crucially, the believe they hadn’t scored from a goal- top clubs just don’t appear to give a mouth scramble in their FA Trophy tie. hoot. And that’s what this payment to Hamlet keeper, Preston Edwards, and Scudamore says. Personally, no prob- some incredible desire from Ibrahim lem with players being well-paid. They Kargbo, kept the ball out as the Win- are in an entertainment industry, pull- gate peppered their goal – Kargbo fi- ing in the pound notes and they de- nally throwing his head at the feet of serve to get their slice in what is a an attacker to finally get the ball clear. short career. I also don’t ever buy the argument that a player should simply The clip quickly racked up the viewing hand over some of his wages just be- figures to well over two million. It cause a club has overspent and hasn’t shows the power of social media. paid their debts. That’s on them, not Hopefully it might even lead to some Alexis Sanchez, for example. It’s just new fans turning up at their local club tough to swallow a sizable hand-out over the coming weeks. It’s the sort of when so many clubs are doing it the commitment to defending we can all right way but still having to beg, bor- appreciate. row and steal to get by. @Nonleaguepaper When the news broke, I had a rare www.thenonleaguefootballpaper.com rant in my NLP column because I feel it’s an insult to all those who put in the hard work throughout the season at our levels. It was from the heart. Let’s hope the 23

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Date Opponents Result Att Comp 1 2 3 4 For stats on our games this season prior to September, please refer to a previous programme (downloadable via our website) 01 Sep A Dorchester Town L 2-1 306 League Norman Paget Hutchings Noakes 08 Sep A Dorking Wanderers L 2-0 331 FAC 1Q Strudley Evans Webb Eagle 11 Sep A Beaconsfield D 3-3 85 League Norman Paget Webb 1 Eagle 15 Sep A Weymouth D 2-2 744 League Strudley Paget Kpohomouh 1 Eagle 22 Sep A Staines Town W 3-5 177 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Eagle 1 29 Sep H Merthyr Town D 1-1 275 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Eagle 06 Oct A Harrow Borough D 2-2 153 League Desbois L King Paget Ball

09 Oct A Winchester City W 6-7p Hants Snr 2 Desbois Paget 1p Hutchings Smith 13 Oct H Hendon L 2--3 313 League Desbois L King Paget French 16 Oct A Thatcham Town W 8-9p 138 Lg Cup R1 Desbois 1 Evans Hutchings Kpohomouh 20 Oct H Kings Langley D 0-0 242 League Desbois Evans Hutchings Ball 23 Oct A Fleet Spurs W 1-4 Ald Snr Cup Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Ball

27 Oct H Tiverton Town D 1-1 162 FAT 1Q Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Smith 30 Oct H Tiverton Town L 5-1 148 FAT 1Q Rply Desbois Kpohomouh L King Ball 03 Nov A Wimborne Town L 2-1 326 League Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Ball 13 Nov A Met Police W 1-5 47 Lg Cup R2 Desbois Evans Hutchings Ball 1

17 Nov A Salisbury L 4-2 689 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 20 Nov H Met Police L 1-4 166 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 24 Nov A Tiverton Town D 1-1 211 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 27 Nov A Basingstoke Town W 1-3 342 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget 1 Ball

01 Dec H Chesham Utd L 1-2 227 League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 04 Dec H Basingstoke Town L 1-3 176 Hants Snr 3 Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 11 Dec H Walton Casuals P-P League 15 Dec H Taunton Town W 3-1 184 League Desbois Felix Paget Ball 22 Dec H Poole Town W 4-3 255 League Desbois Felix 1 Paget Ball 1 26 Dec A Farnborough D 1-1 549 League Desbois Felix Paget Ball 1 29 Dec A Gosport Borough L 1-0 285 League Desbois Felix Webb Ball 01 Jan H Swindon Supermarine D 2-2 247 League Desbois Felix Paget Zongo 05 Jan H Basingstoke Town League 08 Jan A Basingstoke Town Lg Cup R3 12 Jan A Walton Casuals League 19 Jan H Salisbury League 26 Jan A Met Police League 02 Feb H Wimborne Town League 09 Feb A Kings Langley League 16 Feb A Chesham Utd League 23 Feb H Tiverton Town League 02 Mar H Staines Town League 09 Mar A Taunton Town League 16 Mar H Harrow Borough League 23 Mar A Hendon League

30 Mar H Weymouth League 06 Apr A Merthyr Town League 13 Apr A Frome Town League 20 Apr H Beaconsfield Town League

22 Apr A Swindon Supermarine League 27 Apr H Dorchester Town League 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15

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BASINGSTOKE TOWN FC CLUB HISTORY

There is little doubt that football was Isthmian League. It was a disastrous being played in the Basingstoke area in first season as the club were relegated. the early 1890's, but it wasn't until But the following year promotion was 1896 that a Basingstoke Town F.C. club achieved with a last day victory at was formed from Aldworth United and Southwick and, for the first time, the Basingstoke Albion. In 1901 the club club reached the Trophy 1st round, entered the Hampshire League and in losing at Kettering Town after a replay. 1909 the local North Hants Ironworks team merged with the Town club. This The following year saw more cup suc- merger produced dividends, with title cess as the club reached the 2nd success in 1911/12 and 1919/20. Round of the F.A. Cup for the first time. A crowd of over 4,000 saw Tor- After playing at a couple quay United win 3-2. of grounds in the area, the club moved to its The Hampshire Senior present site in 1946. Ini- Cup was won with a rec- tially the club had a 15- ord breaking 8-0 thrash- year lease given by 1st ing of Lymington. Viscount Camrose, but on his death in 1953 his The next few seasons son, 2nd Viscount Cam- were a struggle, and in rose increased the lease 1993/94 the club suf- to 2052. fered relegation. After two years in Division The sixties were the be- One, the club had only ginning of a more suc- another Senior Cup successful period for the Camrose club, cess to show for its efforts. finishing as runners up in 1965/66 and the following season. It was third time But in 1996/97, promotion was lucky in 1967/68 when the Hampshire achieved as runners up, and another League title was won. appearance in the Senior Cup final saw a second successive 2-0 win over Wa- After being runners up again in terlooville. 1968/69, they won back to back titles in 1969/70 and 1970/71. The latter The 1997/98 season became the club's came without a league defeat and the most memorable to date, with F.A. Cup Hampshire Senior Cup was won for the success over Wycombe Wanderers. first time. The club joined the Southern After a draw at Adams Park, 2-2, the League in 1971/72 and finished 8th in team won the replay on penalties after its first season. The highlight was another thrilling 2-2 draw at the Cam- reaching the F.A. Cup 1st Round for rose. A new record attendance of 5,085 the first time ever. A then record at- saw this remarkable result, as in both tendance of 3,400 saw Northampton games Stoke had trailed at every occa- Town win 5-1 at the Camrose. sion.

In 1984/85 the club won the Southern In the 2nd Round it was an away trip League Southern Division, without los- to Northampton Town and, despite ing a home game. After a couple of being under pressure for much of the years in the Premier Division, the club game, the club earned a replay with a had the chance to move across to the late equalizer. The replay saw Sky 28 BASINGSTOKE TOWN FC CLUB HISTORY

Sports beam the game live, and another crowd of nearly 5,000 saw Stoke this During season 2006/07 the club had a time go out on penalties on a night that marvellous F.A Cup run, creating club has been regarded as the coldest ever history when beating Chesterfield 0-1 in Basingstoke! on their own ground in the First Round League form was difficult at this time Proper. Unfortunately the run ended in and it needed a run of just four defeats the Second Round Proper, losing nar- in twenty-one games to ensure the club rowly to near neighbours Aldershot finished in the top half. Town in a replay at the Camrose.

The club played sixty-nine games that The Hampshire Senior Cup was won in season, the last match being the Full season 2007/2008, beating local rivals Members Cup Final against Hendon, Farnborough in the final at Bourne- who deservedly won 4-1 on the night. mouth, and again in the 2013/2014 season, beating Havant and Water- 1998/99 saw the club reach the 1st looville at Fratton Park, Portsmouth. round of the F.A. Cup again, losing 2-1 at home to Bournemouth after a mem- The club suffered relegation to the orable 4th qualifying round win at Do- Southern League at the end of the ver Athletic. 2015/2016 season. The Hampshire Senior Cup was won again in season The next few years saw the club con- 2016/2017, beating AFC Bournemouth solidating its position in the Ryman on penalties after the game finished all Premier League before becoming mem- square in normal time. The last couple bers of the newly formed Nationwide of seasons have seen comfortable mid Conference South in season 2004/05. table finishes.

A bit of fun for visiting supporters; name the ex-Basingstoke Town players here.

Good luck, no prizes but get them all right and you can consider yourself a true ‘stoke FC historian!

Answers can be found on page 39 below the TV listing.

29 BASINGSTOKE TOWN FC PEN PICS

MARTIN KUHL - MANAGER DEAN STOW - DEFENDER Martin is a highly decorated Pro Li- Dean is an experienced, versatile de- cenced coach having won promotions fender / midfield player who joined the with both Aldershot and Wycombe club in July 18 from local rivals Hartley Wanderers. He also played a major role Wintney. Famed for his free kick ability, at Reading Football Club working under he has also played for Thatcham Town, Brian McDermott, Nigel Atkins and Gosport Borough and Hungerford most recently Jaap Stam. Alongside Town. that role Martin managed one of Read- ing’s most successful Under 23 sides. JAMES ORVIS - DEFENDER James is a competent defender who DANIEL BROWNLIE - joined the club in August ASSISTANT MANAGER 18. He spent a brief spell Dan is of course already with the club last season very well known and whilst also being registered liked at Hartley from his with Team Solent. time as a player, coach and assistant manager, ROBERT GERRARD - having played a huge DEFENDER part in the club’s two Robert is a strong, com- back-to-back champion- bative left sided defender ship titles and successive who joined the club in Oc- promotions from Com- tober 18 from Reading City. bined Counties League He has also played for Al- to Southern Premier League. dershot Town, Bracknell Town and Highmoor Ibis. COLM McADDEN - GOALKEEPER Colm is a young goalkeeper who joined DREW MATTHEWS - DEFENDER the club in August 17 from Crystal Pal- Drew is a promising young central de- ace. He has also had loan spells at Met- fender currently on loan from Crystal ropolitan Police, Sutton United, Three Palace. Bridges and Merstham. CHARLIE KENNEDY - MIDFIELD DAN BAYLISS - DEFENDER Charlie is a midfield player who has the Dan is a young, strong central defender ability to switch play and possesses a who joined the club in July 17 from good ball striking technique. He joined Flackwell Heath. He has a bright future the club in July 16 from Barnet. Spent ahead of himself after representing time on loan at Hayes and Yeading and England Schools. Northwood.

SHANE HOLLAMBY - DEFENDER DAN COLLIER - MIDFIELD Shane is an experienced defender who Dan joined the club in August 16 from joined the club in July 17 after leaving Wokingham and Emmbrook. He has local side Hartley Wintney. He started suffered some serious injuries in his his career at Queens Park Rangers be- short career but has the ability to play fore having a spell with Basingstoke at a higher level. Town and Thatcham Town. Shane can also play in a midfield role.

30 BASINGSTOKE TOWN FC PEN PICS

SAM DEADFIELD - MIDFIELD local lad who started his career at Ba- Sam joined the club in July 16 from singstoke before going on to play in the Beaconsfield Sycob. He is comfortable football league for Peterborough Unit- playing either in a midfield roll or as a ed. His other clubs include Hampton striker. Started his career at Reading and Richmond Borough, Crawley Town, before joining Birmingham City where Braintree Town, Forest Green Rovers, he played in the quarter finals of an F A Salisbury City, Eastleigh, Havant & Wa- Youth Cup. terlooville and Maidenhead United.

HARRY PEARSE - MIDFIELD SAM ARGENT - STRIKER Harry is a talented left sided midfield Sam is a prolific goal scorer who re- player who joined the club in December joined the club in October 17 from from Chesham United. Previously a Hartley Wintney having played for the trialist at Wycombe wanderers FC and club during the 2014/2015 season. He Gillingham FC, Harry then took a foot- started his career at Southampton FC ball scholarship in the USA. After grad- and has also played for Hayes and uation he played in the 2nd tier of the Yeading, Whitchurch United and Hun- American football pyramid for a team in gerford Town. Long Island. Has also played for Win- dor and Hayes and Yeading.

ZIDAN AKERS - MIDFIELD Zidan is a young, exciting, pacy winger who joined the club in July 18. He started his career at Wallingford Town before joining the Reading Academy. After his release in 2016, he moved to Hearts in Scotland. Has also represented Maiden- head United and Binfield.

SAM SMART - STRIKER Sam is a pacy young striker who joined the club in July 17. He is a product of the Portsmouth academy and has also played for Hornde- an. Last season Sam was voted the supporters’ player of the season. Had trials recently at Sunderland and Sheffield Wednesday.

BEN WRIGHT - STRIKER Ben is a vastly experienced, prolific goal scorer who joined the club in July 17 hav- Two of Basingstoke Town’s potent strike force, ing spent the previous season ex-Row striker Sam Argent, and Sam Smart with Gosport Borough. He is a 31 HARTLEY WINTNEY JUNIOR FC

Hartley Wintney Junior Football Club - U12 Falcons The U12 Falcons comprises 13 local boys, many of whom started playing together as six year olds! They play 9-a-side fixtures on Saturday mornings, and home matches take place on the Jubilee Playing Field (just behind the hedge from where you are currently stood… unless you’ve downloaded the programme! Ed .)

The team is in Division 4 of the North East Hants league and this is the first season of competitive matches (whereby results are published). Opponents include teams from Haslemere, Camberley, Rushmoor and Alton.

32 HARTLEY WINTNEY JUNIOR FC

U12 Falcons 2018/19 stats to date (combined league and cup matches) * Won 4 * Drawn 1 * Lost 8 * Goals for 12 * Goals against 29 The team reached the quarter finals of the Plate knock-out competition, which was a real boost! The boys' attitude and love of the game, week-in, week-out is first class. Thank you for taking an interest in our team! Andrew Ewbank Manager, Hartley Wintney Falcons U12s And as a footnote, the team photo was taken by none other than Adrian Dennis, who has two lads playing for the Junior club - Adrian was named Sports Photog- rapher of the Year 2012 by The Sports Journalists Association in recognition of his London 2012 coverage. And then in 2014, after covering The FIFA World Cup, Commonwealth Games and Ryder Cup, he was once again voted Sports Photographer of the Year, and the Ed Lacey Trophy found its way back to his mantelpiece, proving it wasn't a fluke after 2012! ------Hartley Wintney Junior FC was founded in 1996 - known as the Hawks, the club started with just 2 teams playing friendly matches. We now support over 250 children across more than 20 teams ranging from under 7s to under 18s - and we start with children from the age of 5 joining us in weekly training sessions. We welcome players of all abilities - across our age groups we have a range of teams that cater for the needs of the individual player, engendering a spirit of learning through having fun. We wish all our Junior Football Club Teams the very best of luck - but above all else, enjoy your football and being a part of this wonderful orange community! For more information & to get in touch, visit www.hartley-wintney-junior-fc.co.uk

FOOTBALL AT THE FRONT 1914-1918

As we remember those who conversing, mainly in sign language. fought in the First World War in Debris littered No Man’s Land, including this special centenary year, the empty food cans, and somebody bored uplifting story of the revitalising kicked a can... and somebody kicked it effect football had on the troops at back. Kickabouts developed, with other the Front is recalled here. items used as footballs including bala- clavas stuffed with straw and, in a The British Expeditionary Force were Cheshire battalion’s case, Lieutenant involved in three months of continuous Brockbank noted “somebody produced heavy fighting after first going into ac- a little rubber ball, so of course a foot- tion against the German army on 21 ball match started.” August 1914. However, with football ubiquitous in the army, the soldiers There was no match with stretchers for organised impromptu kickabouts in any goals, a proper ball and the padre mak- spare moments; The Sporting Life, 23 ing incorrect offside decisions, just November 1914, reporting the game many spontaneous kickabouts. being played “in fields within the sounds of the guns.” By December ORGANISED FOOTBALL BEGINS 1914 the Athletic News ran regular fea- The Sporting Life reported that over tures on football behind the lines as the 200 teams had been established by war’s evolving stability allowed organ- December 1914 and a number of com- ised competitive sport, and footballs petitions were being played. In January were increasingly available, with over -February 1915, 45 teams competed 1100 balls provided by The Daily Mail for the 1st Cavalry Brigade Cup, the and The Sporting Life by Christmas. trophy provided by their Brigadier- General. In July 1915, Haig famously THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE, 1914 complained that the men were falling The manoeuvring war had resulted in asleep on night sentry duty because shortages of men and ammunition on they were playing football in their rest both sides and, with inclement weath- periods. By November 1915 it was said er, a major offensive was unlikely be- that “every section has its team”. fore spring. In places the trenches were 30 yards apart. Shouted messag- Sport was still unofficial and organised es were exchanged and the adversaries by junior officers but, as casualties realised they had common enemies in mounted, it became an important part lice, rats, flooded trenches, generals in developing esprit de corps. The Roy- and politicians. A ‘live and let live’ sys- al Engineers magazine, in January tem evolved. Some troops requested 1915, reported “our new comrades are their artillery not to shell the enemy at being told tales of the Army Cup, and meal times, as they did not want their having obtained a football, hunting the meals interrupted in turn. As Christmas leather is the order during the times of approached, similar emotions were relaxation from military duties”. raised as the foes were mainly Chris- tian, and spontaneous truces resulted. The revitalising effect of football on men returning from combat was no- Some two-thirds of the British line frat- ticed; General Harington rhetorically ernised, and on Christmas Day, thou- asked “How many times did one sands of British and German troops see a Battalion which had come congregated in No Man’s Land, burying out of the line in the Ypres Salient the dead, exchanging souvenirs and and elsewhere, battered to pieces 34

FOOTBALL AT THE FRONT 1914-1918 and sad at heart at having lost so At 07:27 Nevill went over the parapet; many officers and men, hold up its an observer remembered “I saw an head again and recover in a few infantryman climb on to the parapet hours by kicking a football?” into No Man’s Land, beckoning others to follow. As he did so he kicked off a THE FOOTBALL CHARGES football; a good kick, the ball rose and On 25 September 1915, the British travelled well towards the German launched an attack at Loos, the infan- line.” try walking forward in four lines in ex- tended order, one second apart, in si- By 07:50 the battalion were in the Ger- lence and in full kit. However, The Lon- man trenches, where both footballs don Irish Rifles dribbled and passed a were found next day. Nevill was killed. football as they advanced, having smuggled deflated footballs into the ORGANISED FOOTBALL MATURES trenches because their officers did not In August 1916 General Gough ordered approve. These were hurriedly blown that football grounds should be con- up as zero hour, 06:30, approached structed in each Brigade area and tour- but Captain Dale saw the balls and or- naments organised for resting units. dered them to be discarded; apparently The 19th Division held a three stage shooting one. Sergeant Frank Edwards, tournament with as many soldiers as the football captain, hid his and the possible playing. The first stage com- London Irish kicked off the southern prised of intra-battalion games and the end of the attack with the goal of cap- second stage inter-battalion competi- turing the German front and second tion; the third was the cup final where lines. Edwards’ ball was struck by a the 7th Loyal North Lancashire’s beat bullet or shrapnel and caught on the the 9th Cheshire’s 4-0. Thousands of German barbed wire. soldiers watched; football, as a spectator event, had become an institutional- The London Irish achieved their objec- ised part of life in reserve. tives, and their part of the operation was one of the few successes as the Football’s positive effects were formally Loos offense collapsed. recognised in the General Staff Instruc- tions for the Training of Platoons for Captain Billie Nevill, ‘B’ Company com- Offensive Action of 1917. Platoon com- mander, 8th East Surrey’s, was uncer- manders were ordered to arrange tain about how his men would react in games and competitions for the men their first battle at the Somme on 1st and take part themselves because “if July 1916. Perhaps influenced by the he induces his platoon to be deter- London Irish, Nevill asked permission mined to produce the best football to use footballs and this was sanc- team in the battalion, he will have done tioned “on condition that he and his a great deal to make it the best platoon officers really kept command of their in every way.” By 1918, six full time units and didn’t allow it to develop into engravers were kept busy in France a rush after the ball.” supplying trophies and medals for competitive sport; football had become part Nevill had two footballs and as zero of the way of life of the British army in hour approached, one was marked ‘The the battle zone. Great European Cup-Tie Final. East Surreys v Bavarians. Kick off at zero’ From an article by Iain Adams and on the other ‘No referee’. 35 UPCOMING FIXTURES

FIRST TEAM

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SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Walton Casuals (Away) Evo-Stik Premier South

SAT 19th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Salisbury (Home) Evo-Stik Premier South

SAT 26th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Metropolitan Police (Away) Evo-Stik Premier South

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SAT 5th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Abbey Rangers Res (Away) Suburban League Central Division

TUES 8th JAN 2019, KO 19:45 Eversley & California Res (Away) Suburban Challenge Shield

SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Eversley & California Res (Home) Suburban Challenge Plate

A TEAM

SAT 5th JAN 2019, KO 14:00 Yateley Utd Reserves (Away) Aldershot & District League, Senior

SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 14:00 Wey Valley (Home) Aldershot & District League, Senior

HWFC U18 YOUTH TEAM

WED 9th JAN 2019, KO 19:30 Thatcham Town U18 (Home) Allied Counties League, Central

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Saturday 12th January 2019 West Ham Utd v Arsenal Premier League 12:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Chelsea v Newcastle United Premier League 17:30 BT Sport 1 Millwall v Blackburn Rovers Championship 17:30 Sky Sports Football

Sunday 13th January 2019 Everton v AFC Bournemouth Premier League 14:15 Sky Sports Premier Lg Tottenham Hotspur v Man Utd Premier League 16:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg

Monday 14th January 2019 Manchester City v Wolves Premier League 20:00 Sky Sports Premier Lg

Friday 18th January 2019 Norwich City v Birmingham City Championship 19:45 Sky Sports Football

Saturday 19th January 2019 Wolves v Leicester City Premier League 12:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Arsenal v Chelsea Premier League 17:30 BT Sport 1 Swansea City v Sheffield United Championship 17:30 Sky Sports Football full schedule on www.live-footballontv.com

Answers to ‘Name The Basingstoke Players’ on page 29 Top row, left to right: Neville Stamp, Martin Whiddett, Nathan Stamp. Bottom, left to right: Scott Tarr, Ricky Allaway, Scott Smith.

CLUBS OF THE EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH

A summary of the clubs in the Premier South for those travelling to away fixtures. Post codes shown for sat-navs but check directions on the host club website before leaving to avoid ‘dumb instructions’. Mileage shown from our ground is approximate.

Basingstoke Town 01256 327575 The Ark Cancer Charity Stadium btfc.co.uk The Camrose, Western Way RG22 6EZ Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 6EZ 12 miles

Beaconsfield Town 01494 676868 Holloways Park, Windsor Road beaconsfieldtownfc.co.uk Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 2SE HP9 2SE 35 miles

Chesham United 01494 783 964 The Meadow, Amy Lane cheshamunited.co.uk Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 1NE HP5 1NE 43 miles

Dorchester Town 01305 267 623 The Avenue Stadium, Weymouth Ave dorchestertownfc.co.uk Dorchester, Dorset DT1 2RY DT1 2RY 90 miles

Farnborough FC 07957 936436 Cherrywood Road, Farnborough farnboroughfc.co.uk Hampshire GU14 8UD GU14 8UD 9 miles

Frome Town AFC 01373 464087 Blindmans Brewery Stadium frometownfc.co.uk Berkley Road, Frome, Somerset BA11 2EH BA11 2EH 72 miles

Gosport Borough FC 023 9252 5797 Privett Park, Privett Road gosportboroughfc.co.uk Gosport, Hampshire PO12 3SX PO12 3SX 50 miles

Harrow Borough FC 0844 561 1347 Earlsmead, Carlyon Avenue Hosted on pitchero.com South Harrow, Middx HA2 8SS HA2 8SS 40 miles

Hendon FC Silver Jubilee Park, Townsend Lane hendonfc.net Kingsbury, North London NW9 7NE NW9 7NE 44 miles

Kings Langley FC Global Metcorp Stadium, Gaywood Park, kingslangleyfc.co.uk Hempstead Road, Kings Langley WD4 8AL Hertfordshire WD4 8AL 48 miles

CLUBS OF THE EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH

Merthyr Town 01685 359074 Penydarren Park, Park Terrace merthyrtownfc.co.uk Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan CF47 8RF CF47 8RF 140 miles Metropolitan Police FC 0208 398 7358 Imber Court Sports Club, Ember Lane Hosted on pitchero.com East Molesey, Surrey KT8 0BT KT8 0BT 34 miles Poole Town Black Gold Stadium, pooletownfc.co.uk School Lane BH15 3JR Oakdale, Poole, Dorset BH15 3JR 75 miles Salisbury FC 01722 776655 Raymond McEnhill Stadium salisburyfc.co.uk Partridge Way, Old Sarum, Salisbury SP4 6PU Wiltshire SP4 6PU 49 miles

Staines Town 01784 469240 Wheatsheaf Park Wheatsheaf Lane stainestownfootballclub.co.uk Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey TW18 2PD TW18 2PD 25 miles Swindon Supermarine 01793 828778 The Webbswood Stadium, Supermarine swindonsupermarinefc.com Road, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 4BZ SN3 4BZ 52 miles

Taunton Town 01823 254909 Viridor Stadium, Wordsworth Drive tauntontown.com Taunton, Somerset TA1 2HG TA1 2HG 112 miles Tiverton Town 01884 252397 Ladysmead, Bolham Road tiverton-town-fc.co.uk Tiverton, Devon EX16 6SG EX16 6SG 132 miles Walton Casuals 01932 787749 Elmbridge Sports Hub, waltoncasuals.com Waterside Drive, KT12 2JP Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 2JP 30 miles Weymouth FC 01305 785558 Bob Lucas Stadium, Radipole Lane theterras.com Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9XJ DT4 9XJ 96 miles Wimborne Town 01202 884821 Cuthbury, Cowgrove Road, wimbornetownfc.co.uk Wimborne, Dorset BH21 4EL BH21 4EL 72 miles

CLUB STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW

Hartley Wintney Football Club – F.A. League Rule 2.13 Ownership: In accordance with The Football Association Rule 2.13 Publication of Ownership in relation to Step 1 to Step 6 clubs within the football pyramid, we hereby confirm that the Legal Status of HARTLEY WINTNEY FOOTBALL CLUB takes the ‘Form’ of an Unincorporated Association. Hartley Wintney FC has a constitution which sets out the rules that govern its relationship and membership, and elects a Management Committee to run the organisation on behalf of its private members. That committee currently con- sists of the club’s elected Officers. A full copy of the constitution can be found on the Club Web Site: www.hartleyfc.com/club.html (see PDF Club Constitution)

An Excellent Licensed Event Venue Here in Hartley Wintney he Clubhouse at Hartley Wintney FC It's also an ideal venue for Corporate T is well equipped, welcoming and events including sales presentations, available for hire for events of all kinds client events and Christmas parties. at a sensible cost, and you don't need Entertainers can be arranged, given to be a member of the football club to sufficient notice. A multi-activity space hire a room. However big, small, happy provides an ideal setting for meetings, or sad the occasion, the layout of the small conferences, presentations, or as room can be tailored to suit your a base to run a course. We have a needs. range of audio visual, internet Wi-Fi and overhead projection equipment. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a griddle. The bar is well stocked with BOOKING THE CLUBHOUSE alcoholic and soft drinks. Special orders Please make your booking enquiry at for particular wines, beers, lagers and the bar, or by using the contact form ciders can usually be accommodated. on our website. Include your phone number in the message. During times There is a raised stage and a wooden when the Clubhouse is open, the club dance floor, with the remainder of the may be contacted by phone on 01252 room carpeted throughout. 843586.

46 HWFC GROUND REGULATIONS

1. All persons entering this ground are only admitted subject to these rules and the rules and regulations of the Football Association. 2. The Club reserves the right to prosecute or to eject or cause to be ejected any persons who within the ground or the club premises is considered by the Club its employees or agents (hereinafter called the Club) in their absolute discretion to be, or to have been behaving in any of the following ways: (a) Entering the field of play before or during the course of a game. The field of play is that area within the railings surrounding the perimeter of the pitch and the area beyond the goal line at the Southern Haye end of the ground. (b) Using obscene or abusive language or persistent swearing. (c) Being drunk or under the influence of drink or drugs to any degree. (d) Making vulgar gestures. (e) Using abusive language or behaviour, racial or otherwise. 3. NO bottles, metal cans, glasses, placards, firearms, knives or other similar articles are permitted and the police and club stewards have the right to search any spectator at anytime and to confiscate any article which they consider could be a danger to any other spectators. 4. NO alcohol is to be consumed within the ground. Alcohol may only be consumed within the confines of the clubhouse or other such designated and properly licensed area. All bar areas will close fifteen minutes before kick off time. 5. Climbing of floodlight pylons, fences, stands and other buildings is strictly forbidden and the police and club stewards have the right to eject any persons found doing so. 6. Spectators are advised that they must keep to the designated hard standings within the confines of the ground, these being defined as the walkway to the perimeter of the pitch on 3 sides excluding the area to Southern Haye behind the top goal, the dedicated stand and the sheltered area outside the club house. 7. Spectators are reminded that they must not retrieve any footballs that go in the hedges or rough grass areas. The Club will not be responsible for any injury sustained by any spectator retrieving footballs howsoever caused. A Club Official or designated ball boy will retrieve any balls that exit the field of play. 8. ALL vehicles parked in and around the ground must be properly parked to ensure access for emergency vehicles and to minimise disruption to local residents. All vehicles are parked strictly at the owner’s risk. 9. No unauthorised vehicles are allowed in the Clubhouse/changing room car parking area. The Club reserves the right to remove any vehicle parked in contravention of this regulation. The Club will not be responsible for any damage caused whilst removing the vehicle. By order of The Committee Hartley Wintney Football Club

47 48 LEAGUE TABLES & RECENT RESULTS

The Evo-Stik Premier South, Tuesday 1st Jan 2019 (Att: 247) Hartley Wintney 2 vs Swindon Supermarine 2 22' Marley Ridge 7' Henry Spalding 23' Mitchell Parker 46' Jerel Ifil

The Evo-Stik Premier South, Saturday 29th Dec (Att: 285) Gosport Borough 1 vs Hartley Wintney 0 44' George Barker

The Evo-Stik Premier South, Wednesday 26th Dec (Att: 547) Farnborough 1 vs Hartley Wintney 1 20' Perry Coles 88' Jack Ball

10/12 ACYL Central Division Sandhurst Tn U18 1 v Hartley U18 0

49 EVO-STIK LEAGUE SOUTH, PREMIER SOUTH Saturday 5th January 2019, KO 3.00pm

HARTLEY WINTNEY (from) BASINGSTOKE TOWN (from) ALL ORANGE ALL BLUE Adam DESBOIS (gk) Colm McADDEN (gk) Chris HARRIS (gk) James ORVIS Louie PAGET Dean STOW Joe FELIX Dan BAYLISS Jack BALL Drew MATTHEWS Nathan SMART Dan COLLIER Jacques KPOHOMOUH Sam DEADFIELD Steve NOAKES Robert GERRARD Mickel PLATT Shane HOLLAMBY Tyron SMITH Charlie KENNEDY Josh WEBB Harry PEARSE Jack FRENCH Ben WRIGHT Steve DUFF Zidan AKERS Dan STEWART Sam SMART Mitchell PARKER Sam ARGENT Michael CAMPBELL Liam HUNT Nic CIARDINI Ollie HARRIS Romario HART Salhin ABUBAKAR Hadda ZONGO Marley RIDGE

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