E.Y.F.C. Under 12s
Elsenham v Broadhall Tigers
- 13 April 2008
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 0-2 Broadhall Tigers
Elsenham lost their last match of the season against a a very strong Broadhall side who fielded several players who would have not looked out of place in the U17 league.
Straight from the opening whistle Elsenham were under intense pressure unable to cope against their physically bigger and faster opponents, Elsenham looked rusty after their long layoff.
On 8 minutes the Elsenham defence had thought the ball had gone off for a goal kick, however Broadhall played on and the ball ended up in the back of the net, 0 - 1.
Five minutes later a giant Broadhall striker broke through the defence unmarked and smashed the ball past stand in keeper Sam White, 0 - 2.
Towards the end of the first half Elsenham managed to start playing football and had a couple of promising attacks, Thomas Horton has a glorious chance to score however his thunderous shot cannoned off the cross bar.
The first half ended 0 - 2 however it could have been more but for a good defensive display from Billy Leed, Charles Cooke, Jordan Ditchburn and Josh Widdowson.
The second half proved to be a real battle as Elsenham improved and made a real fight of it, Billy Abery made a difference coming on a sub and threaded some lovely passes to the forwards, however each time Broadhall defended in numbers to deny us a goal.
Broadhall also had a number of good scoring opportunities, however they missed out due to a combination of poor finishing, good goalkeeping from Billy Leed and a large slice of luck.
The game finished 0 - 2 with Broadhall looking certain to gain promotion.
Man of the match was awarded to Billy Leed for a great defensive performance as central defender in the first half and goalkeeper in the second.
Straight from the opening whistle Elsenham were under intense pressure unable to cope against their physically bigger and faster opponents, Elsenham looked rusty after their long layoff.
On 8 minutes the Elsenham defence had thought the ball had gone off for a goal kick, however Broadhall played on and the ball ended up in the back of the net, 0 - 1.
Five minutes later a giant Broadhall striker broke through the defence unmarked and smashed the ball past stand in keeper Sam White, 0 - 2.
Towards the end of the first half Elsenham managed to start playing football and had a couple of promising attacks, Thomas Horton has a glorious chance to score however his thunderous shot cannoned off the cross bar.
The first half ended 0 - 2 however it could have been more but for a good defensive display from Billy Leed, Charles Cooke, Jordan Ditchburn and Josh Widdowson.
The second half proved to be a real battle as Elsenham improved and made a real fight of it, Billy Abery made a difference coming on a sub and threaded some lovely passes to the forwards, however each time Broadhall defended in numbers to deny us a goal.
Broadhall also had a number of good scoring opportunities, however they missed out due to a combination of poor finishing, good goalkeeping from Billy Leed and a large slice of luck.
The game finished 0 - 2 with Broadhall looking certain to gain promotion.
Man of the match was awarded to Billy Leed for a great defensive performance as central defender in the first half and goalkeeper in the second.
Potton Colts v Elsenham
- 9 March 2008
Venue:
Burgoyne Middle School
Score:
Potton Colts 5-1 Elsenham
Scorers:
Luke Felton
With four defenders unable to play and starting with only 9 players, Elsenham really had their work cut out against a spirited and resilient full strength Potton side.
The opening spell was very even as both sides attempted to gain possession,however Potton opened the scoring on 11 minutes when their striker broke free of the Elsenham defence, 1 - 0.
Potton extended their lead on 25 minutes when Elsenham gifted them a soft goal, 2 - 0.
Thomas Horton had a great chance to pull a goal back just before half time however unfortunately he scuffed his final shot.
The second half started with Potton on the attack and it only took them 5 minutes to score, 3 - 0.
A fourth goal followed 10 minutes later when the Elsenham defence was split open, 4 - 0.
Thomas Horton then had his shot well saved by the Potton keeper.
Potton's 5th goal came from an own goal, 5 - 0.
Elsenham picked themselves up for the last 10 minutes and made a real effort to grab a consolation goal, Luke Felton hit a terrific shot which was well saved by the keeper, the rebound felll to Thomas Horton and somehow his effort was scrambled away.
five minutes from time Kyle Kersey made a great clearance which fell perfectly to Luke Felton, Luke dribbled towards gaol and shot into the left hand corner, 5 - 1.
Luke almost scored a second when he dribbled past 5 Potton players however the keeper made a great save to deny him.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts (playing out of posiiton) for a very solid defensive display
The opening spell was very even as both sides attempted to gain possession,however Potton opened the scoring on 11 minutes when their striker broke free of the Elsenham defence, 1 - 0.
Potton extended their lead on 25 minutes when Elsenham gifted them a soft goal, 2 - 0.
Thomas Horton had a great chance to pull a goal back just before half time however unfortunately he scuffed his final shot.
The second half started with Potton on the attack and it only took them 5 minutes to score, 3 - 0.
A fourth goal followed 10 minutes later when the Elsenham defence was split open, 4 - 0.
Thomas Horton then had his shot well saved by the Potton keeper.
Potton's 5th goal came from an own goal, 5 - 0.
Elsenham picked themselves up for the last 10 minutes and made a real effort to grab a consolation goal, Luke Felton hit a terrific shot which was well saved by the keeper, the rebound felll to Thomas Horton and somehow his effort was scrambled away.
five minutes from time Kyle Kersey made a great clearance which fell perfectly to Luke Felton, Luke dribbled towards gaol and shot into the left hand corner, 5 - 1.
Luke almost scored a second when he dribbled past 5 Potton players however the keeper made a great save to deny him.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts (playing out of posiiton) for a very solid defensive display
LGCE Oranges v Elsenham
- 2 March 2008
Venue:
Pixmores
Score:
LGCE Oranges 1-5 Elsenham
Scorers:
Billy Abery 2, Alex Roke 1, Kyle Kersey 1 and Luke Felton 1
Elsenham secured a comfortable 5 - 1 victory over Letchworth Oranges to cement their 3rd place postion in the table.
Elsenham started brightly and had much of the possession in the opening spell of the match, on 17 minutes a good throw in from Kyle Kersey found Billy Abery who hit a lovely shot on the half volley to make it 0 - 1.
Letchworth battled hard to get back in the match however Elsenham extended their lead on 27 minutes when Kyle Kersey's intended cross fooled the keeper and ended up in the net, 0 - 2.
A minute from time Alex Roke scored his first goal of the season when his hogh looping shot went in off the left hand post to make the scoreline 0 - 3.
The second half started at a frantic pace with Elsenham searching for more goals, after 8 minutes Billy Abery got his second following good build up play from Sam White, Sam laid the ball off the Billy who's shot found it's way through a crowd of players,0 - 4.
Shortly afterwards Letchworth pulled one back after some poor defending from Elsenham, 1 - 4. This goal clearly encouraged Elsenham who had a good spell of pressure with a number scoring opportunities.
However Elsenham made the game safe when Billy Abery threaded a lovely through ball to Luke Felton who made no mistake in front of goal, 1 - 5.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke ..... well done !!
Elsenham started brightly and had much of the possession in the opening spell of the match, on 17 minutes a good throw in from Kyle Kersey found Billy Abery who hit a lovely shot on the half volley to make it 0 - 1.
Letchworth battled hard to get back in the match however Elsenham extended their lead on 27 minutes when Kyle Kersey's intended cross fooled the keeper and ended up in the net, 0 - 2.
A minute from time Alex Roke scored his first goal of the season when his hogh looping shot went in off the left hand post to make the scoreline 0 - 3.
The second half started at a frantic pace with Elsenham searching for more goals, after 8 minutes Billy Abery got his second following good build up play from Sam White, Sam laid the ball off the Billy who's shot found it's way through a crowd of players,0 - 4.
Shortly afterwards Letchworth pulled one back after some poor defending from Elsenham, 1 - 4. This goal clearly encouraged Elsenham who had a good spell of pressure with a number scoring opportunities.
However Elsenham made the game safe when Billy Abery threaded a lovely through ball to Luke Felton who made no mistake in front of goal, 1 - 5.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke ..... well done !!
Baldock Lancers v Elsenham
- 24 Febuary 2008
Venue:
Hartsfield School
Score:
Baldock Lancers 2-4 Elsenham
Scorers:
Billy Abery 2, Kyle Keresy 1, George Roberts 1.
Elsenham returned to winning ways with a 4 - 2 victory against Baldock Lancers on a very compact pitch.
Elsenham started brightly and on 5 minutes Billy Abery opened the scoreline with a neat goal, 0 - 1. Shortly afterwards Thomas Horton went close when his rasping shot hit the crossbar.
However, the next goal went to Baldock, Elsenham failed to clear the danger and Baldock took advantage to equalise, 1 - 1.
On 18 minutes Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball in the box however Kyle Kersey's spot kick went over the bar.
Two minutes later Billy Abery scored his second goal with some lovely skill in the penalty area, his final shot was low and hard into the right hand corner.
The second half carried on where the first had left, Luke Felton had a great chance to extend the lead however his thunderous shot cannoned off the post.
Eight minutes into the second half Luke Felton played a great ball through to Kyle Kersey who made no mistake from close range, 1 - 3.
Baldock were not finished however and they took advantage of some poor defending to nick a goal back to make the scoreline 2 - 3.
Elsenham then had to endure some very heavy pressure as Baldock threw players forward and at times there was some frantic defending from Elsenham.
Five minutes from time Elsenham made the game safe much to the relief of the away crowd. Harry Pratt broke free down the right wing and crossed to George Roberts on the edge of the area who slotted the ball into the right hand corner to make it 2 - 4.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke for an ice cool defensive performance.
Elsenham started brightly and on 5 minutes Billy Abery opened the scoreline with a neat goal, 0 - 1. Shortly afterwards Thomas Horton went close when his rasping shot hit the crossbar.
However, the next goal went to Baldock, Elsenham failed to clear the danger and Baldock took advantage to equalise, 1 - 1.
On 18 minutes Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball in the box however Kyle Kersey's spot kick went over the bar.
Two minutes later Billy Abery scored his second goal with some lovely skill in the penalty area, his final shot was low and hard into the right hand corner.
The second half carried on where the first had left, Luke Felton had a great chance to extend the lead however his thunderous shot cannoned off the post.
Eight minutes into the second half Luke Felton played a great ball through to Kyle Kersey who made no mistake from close range, 1 - 3.
Baldock were not finished however and they took advantage of some poor defending to nick a goal back to make the scoreline 2 - 3.
Elsenham then had to endure some very heavy pressure as Baldock threw players forward and at times there was some frantic defending from Elsenham.
Five minutes from time Elsenham made the game safe much to the relief of the away crowd. Harry Pratt broke free down the right wing and crossed to George Roberts on the edge of the area who slotted the ball into the right hand corner to make it 2 - 4.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke for an ice cool defensive performance.
Stotfold v Elsenham
- 10 Febuary 2008
Venue:
Riverside Park
Score:
Stotfold 4-2 Elsenham
Scorers:
Luke Felton and Kyle Kersey
Despite a promising start a 9 man Elsenham side were unable to overcome a full stength Stotfold team.
Elsenham were missing 5 players due to the half term holidays and were without a goalkeeper and 2 first choice defenders. However, Elsenham started brightly and on 5 minutes Luke Felton broke free of the Stotfold defence and hit a shot that the keeper was unable to hold to make the scoreline 0 - 1.
Elsenham looked to have settled well into the game, however they gave away a cheap goal when a goal kick went striaght to the stotfold striker who gladly slotted the ball in the back of the net for the equaliser 1 - 1.
On 22 minutes Stotfold took the lead from a corner kick when the keeper was unable to punch clear and the striker headed the ball over the line, 2 - 1.
Two minutes later Kyle Kersey had a great chance to equalise however his shot went just wide of the right post.
The second half opened with Elsenham on the back foot however after 4 minuutes Elsenham won a free kick and Kyle Kersey hit the ball hard and low to make it 2 - 2.
Shortly afterwards Stotfold took the lead with a well worked goal that splt the Elsenham defence, 3 - 2.
Stotfold then won a penalty which stand in keeper charles Cooke saved however the linesman spotted Charles off his line and the kick was retaken, this time the striker made no mistake. 4 - 2.
Man of the match was awarded to Billy Leed for an outstanding defensive display.
Elsenham were missing 5 players due to the half term holidays and were without a goalkeeper and 2 first choice defenders. However, Elsenham started brightly and on 5 minutes Luke Felton broke free of the Stotfold defence and hit a shot that the keeper was unable to hold to make the scoreline 0 - 1.
Elsenham looked to have settled well into the game, however they gave away a cheap goal when a goal kick went striaght to the stotfold striker who gladly slotted the ball in the back of the net for the equaliser 1 - 1.
On 22 minutes Stotfold took the lead from a corner kick when the keeper was unable to punch clear and the striker headed the ball over the line, 2 - 1.
Two minutes later Kyle Kersey had a great chance to equalise however his shot went just wide of the right post.
The second half opened with Elsenham on the back foot however after 4 minuutes Elsenham won a free kick and Kyle Kersey hit the ball hard and low to make it 2 - 2.
Shortly afterwards Stotfold took the lead with a well worked goal that splt the Elsenham defence, 3 - 2.
Stotfold then won a penalty which stand in keeper charles Cooke saved however the linesman spotted Charles off his line and the kick was retaken, this time the striker made no mistake. 4 - 2.
Man of the match was awarded to Billy Leed for an outstanding defensive display.
Elsenham v Hitchin Town Cove
- 3 Febuary 2008
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 1-4 Hitchin Town Cove
Scorers:
Kyle Kersey
Elsenham made the better start to the match however the visitors left with all three points on a bitterly cold and very windy day at the recreation ground.
With a very strong wind behind them in the first half Elsenham took the game to Hitchin and had a number of goal scoring opportunities.
Early in the game Kyle Kersey found himself clear through on goal however the linesman flagged for offside. A few minutes later Thomas Horton made a strong run down the right wing and delivered a good cross into the box, George Roberts shot narrowly wide.
After 12 minutes Luke Felton's corner was met by Kyle Kersey who headed strongly towards the goal however the ball was cleared off the line.
The best chance of the first half came when Elsenham broke and Billy Abery delivered the perfect ball through to Kyle Kersey however his shot went wide of the goal.
Shortly afterwards George Roberts broke free of the defence but again the final shot was wide of the target.
Hitchin's only real chance of the first half came just before half time when a rasping shot from the edge of the area hot the post and was cleared away.
A great effort from the lads a thoroughly entertaining first half 0 - 0.
Elsenham kicked off the second half into a very strong headwind which proved to be the turning point of the game, the opeing spell had Elsenham pinned back in their own half struggling to create any real attacking moves.
The opening goal went to Hitchin under bizarre circumstances, Elsenham has cleared a Hitchin attack with the ball heading harmlessly towards the line for a throw in, the ref noticed an Elsenaham defender was injured and stopped the game. The ref then awarded a drop ball in the six yard box (in the position that the injured elsenham defender) which Hitchin gratefully took advantage of to score, 0 - 1.
Elsenham seemed to fall asleep for a few minutes and Hitchin extended their lead with two quick goals when Elsenham failed to clear the danger, 0 - 3.
Kyle Kersey then had a chance and looked to have scored when his high looping shot had the keeper beaten however it failed to cross the line due to the very strong headwind.
Hithcin scored a fourth to wrap the game up.
In the last minute Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball and Kyle Kersey hit an unstoppable shot high into the roof of the net, 1 - 4.
Overall a great effort from the boys with the scoreline ending up a bit harsh. Man of the match was awarded to Jordan Ditchburn for a great poerformance in defence.
With a very strong wind behind them in the first half Elsenham took the game to Hitchin and had a number of goal scoring opportunities.
Early in the game Kyle Kersey found himself clear through on goal however the linesman flagged for offside. A few minutes later Thomas Horton made a strong run down the right wing and delivered a good cross into the box, George Roberts shot narrowly wide.
After 12 minutes Luke Felton's corner was met by Kyle Kersey who headed strongly towards the goal however the ball was cleared off the line.
The best chance of the first half came when Elsenham broke and Billy Abery delivered the perfect ball through to Kyle Kersey however his shot went wide of the goal.
Shortly afterwards George Roberts broke free of the defence but again the final shot was wide of the target.
Hitchin's only real chance of the first half came just before half time when a rasping shot from the edge of the area hot the post and was cleared away.
A great effort from the lads a thoroughly entertaining first half 0 - 0.
Elsenham kicked off the second half into a very strong headwind which proved to be the turning point of the game, the opeing spell had Elsenham pinned back in their own half struggling to create any real attacking moves.
The opening goal went to Hitchin under bizarre circumstances, Elsenham has cleared a Hitchin attack with the ball heading harmlessly towards the line for a throw in, the ref noticed an Elsenaham defender was injured and stopped the game. The ref then awarded a drop ball in the six yard box (in the position that the injured elsenham defender) which Hitchin gratefully took advantage of to score, 0 - 1.
Elsenham seemed to fall asleep for a few minutes and Hitchin extended their lead with two quick goals when Elsenham failed to clear the danger, 0 - 3.
Kyle Kersey then had a chance and looked to have scored when his high looping shot had the keeper beaten however it failed to cross the line due to the very strong headwind.
Hithcin scored a fourth to wrap the game up.
In the last minute Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball and Kyle Kersey hit an unstoppable shot high into the roof of the net, 1 - 4.
Overall a great effort from the boys with the scoreline ending up a bit harsh. Man of the match was awarded to Jordan Ditchburn for a great poerformance in defence.
Elsenham v Potton Colts
- 27 January 2008
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 5-1 Potton Colts
Scorers:
George Roberts 3, Kyle Kersey 1 and Thomas Horton 1.
Elsenham weren't at their best in this match however in the end they won comfortably with the help of another hat trick from 'in form' striker George Roberts.
The opening spell was evenly contested with both sides battling hard, however the first real goal scoring opportunity fell to Kyle Kersey who unleashed a thunderous shot from the edge of the area which just skimmed the top of the crossbar.
A couple of minutes later Billy Abery threaded a lovely ball through to George Roberts who cooly slotted the ball past the oncoming keeper to open the scoreline, 1 - 0.
For the next spell of the game Elsenham had to weather pressure from the visitors however on 26 minutes Charles Cooke made a huge clearance from defence which fell to Harry Pratt, Harry laid a clever pass off to Kyle Kersey who slotted the ball home to make it 2 - 0.
Elsenham looked to be on top however Potten managed to pull a goal back when the defence failed to clear from a corner, 2 - 1.
Barely a minute had passed when Elsenham extended their lead, the ball fell to George Roberts on the edge of the area and he hit a great shot into the top left hand corner to make it 3 - 1.
Elsenham started the second half strongly pushing forward in search of more goals, after 4 minutes Luke Felton's corner kick fell to George Roberts who shot through a crowded six yard box to score his hat trick, 4 - 1.
Elsenham wrapped up the game with a final goal from Thomas Horton who scored from close range from another corner.
Man of the match was awarded to Luke Felton for a good all round display.
The opening spell was evenly contested with both sides battling hard, however the first real goal scoring opportunity fell to Kyle Kersey who unleashed a thunderous shot from the edge of the area which just skimmed the top of the crossbar.
A couple of minutes later Billy Abery threaded a lovely ball through to George Roberts who cooly slotted the ball past the oncoming keeper to open the scoreline, 1 - 0.
For the next spell of the game Elsenham had to weather pressure from the visitors however on 26 minutes Charles Cooke made a huge clearance from defence which fell to Harry Pratt, Harry laid a clever pass off to Kyle Kersey who slotted the ball home to make it 2 - 0.
Elsenham looked to be on top however Potten managed to pull a goal back when the defence failed to clear from a corner, 2 - 1.
Barely a minute had passed when Elsenham extended their lead, the ball fell to George Roberts on the edge of the area and he hit a great shot into the top left hand corner to make it 3 - 1.
Elsenham started the second half strongly pushing forward in search of more goals, after 4 minutes Luke Felton's corner kick fell to George Roberts who shot through a crowded six yard box to score his hat trick, 4 - 1.
Elsenham wrapped up the game with a final goal from Thomas Horton who scored from close range from another corner.
Man of the match was awarded to Luke Felton for a good all round display.
Hitchin Town Cove v Elsenham
- 13 January 2008
Venue:
Purwell Lane
Score:
Hitchin Town Cove 2-1 Elsenham
Scorers:
James Golden
Elsennham adopted a more defensive formation against high scoring league leaders Hitchin which very nearly worked, however a late goal cruelly ended all hope of a shock result.
From the kick off Elsenham were under heavy pressure and on 4 minutes Hitchin opened the scoring when Elsenham failed to clear a corner.
It looked as though it was going to be a case of 'damage limitation' however the boys dug in and produced a superb battling display to frustrate the home side.
Just before half time Elsenham won a corner, George Roberts delivered a terrific kick into a strong head wind which fell to James Golden who slotted home the ball from close range to make it 1 - 1.
The second half was end to end action with Elsenham defending as though their lives depended on it, Charles Cooke nearly scored from a corner however somehow his shot was cleared off the line, Hitchin had a number of goal scoring opportunities however Elsenham defended well.
Hichin delivered a cruel blow when they scored a well taken goal 5 minutes from time to make it 2 - 1.
Elsenham desperately fought back in search of an equaliser and Kyle Kersey had a good chance when he broke free of the defence however his final touch deserted him and the keeper smothered the ball.
Despite the loss, one of our best performances of the season, well done boys !!
Man of the match was awarded to Josh Widdowson for a great defensive display.
From the kick off Elsenham were under heavy pressure and on 4 minutes Hitchin opened the scoring when Elsenham failed to clear a corner.
It looked as though it was going to be a case of 'damage limitation' however the boys dug in and produced a superb battling display to frustrate the home side.
Just before half time Elsenham won a corner, George Roberts delivered a terrific kick into a strong head wind which fell to James Golden who slotted home the ball from close range to make it 1 - 1.
The second half was end to end action with Elsenham defending as though their lives depended on it, Charles Cooke nearly scored from a corner however somehow his shot was cleared off the line, Hitchin had a number of goal scoring opportunities however Elsenham defended well.
Hichin delivered a cruel blow when they scored a well taken goal 5 minutes from time to make it 2 - 1.
Elsenham desperately fought back in search of an equaliser and Kyle Kersey had a good chance when he broke free of the defence however his final touch deserted him and the keeper smothered the ball.
Despite the loss, one of our best performances of the season, well done boys !!
Man of the match was awarded to Josh Widdowson for a great defensive display.
Albion Youth v Elsenham
- 16 December 2007
Venue:
St Nicholas Park
Score:
Albion Youth 1-4 Elsenham
Scorers:
George Roberts 3, Kyle Kersey 1
George Roberts scored his second hat trick in successive matches to help Elsenham secure all three points away to Albion Youth.
The opening period was very even, Elsenham struggled to get a foothold in the game and but for a good save from George Mortimer could have found themselves a goal down early in the match.
The match only really came to life towards the end of the first half, a rather dubious goal resulted in Albion taking the lead. The Albion striker found himself with a one on one with the Elsenham keeper and they both collided heavily, George Mortimer was clearly hurt however the ref took no action and Albion played on and tapped the ball into the back of the net to make it 1 - 0. George need attention for a couple of minutes and was replaced by Charles Cooke as he was unable to carry on.
On 25 minutes Elsenham equalised, George Roberts broke free on the edge of the area and unleashed a terrific shot to make the scoreline 1 - 1. Two minutes later Kyle Kersey had a chance to take the lead however his shot was well saved by the Albion keeper.
Just before the stroke of half time Elsenham won a corner and Luke Felton delivered the perfect kick which was met powerfully by Kyle Kersey, his header just going over the bar.
Elsenham started brightly in the second half and after 4 minutes Kyle Kersey scored from close range, 1 - 2.
Two minutes later Jordan Ditchburn pressed forward down the left wing and pulled the ball back to George Roberts who hit a lovely shot into the top right hand corner to extend the lead to 1 - 3.
Elsenham had several more chanes to score with good build up work from Jordan Ditchburn, Tom Horton and Luke Felton, however it was George Roberts who wrapped the game up with his third goal of the game, 1 - 4.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts for his clinical finishing.
The opening period was very even, Elsenham struggled to get a foothold in the game and but for a good save from George Mortimer could have found themselves a goal down early in the match.
The match only really came to life towards the end of the first half, a rather dubious goal resulted in Albion taking the lead. The Albion striker found himself with a one on one with the Elsenham keeper and they both collided heavily, George Mortimer was clearly hurt however the ref took no action and Albion played on and tapped the ball into the back of the net to make it 1 - 0. George need attention for a couple of minutes and was replaced by Charles Cooke as he was unable to carry on.
On 25 minutes Elsenham equalised, George Roberts broke free on the edge of the area and unleashed a terrific shot to make the scoreline 1 - 1. Two minutes later Kyle Kersey had a chance to take the lead however his shot was well saved by the Albion keeper.
Just before the stroke of half time Elsenham won a corner and Luke Felton delivered the perfect kick which was met powerfully by Kyle Kersey, his header just going over the bar.
Elsenham started brightly in the second half and after 4 minutes Kyle Kersey scored from close range, 1 - 2.
Two minutes later Jordan Ditchburn pressed forward down the left wing and pulled the ball back to George Roberts who hit a lovely shot into the top right hand corner to extend the lead to 1 - 3.
Elsenham had several more chanes to score with good build up work from Jordan Ditchburn, Tom Horton and Luke Felton, however it was George Roberts who wrapped the game up with his third goal of the game, 1 - 4.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts for his clinical finishing.
Elsenham v Baldock Town Lancers
- 2 December 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 9-4 Baldock Town Lancers
Scorers:
George Roberts 3, Harry Pratt 2, Billy Abery 2, charles Cooke 1 and Thomas Horton 1
Elsenham got back to winning ways against a 10 man Baldock side at a very wet recreation ground.
Elsenham opened the scoring through George Roberts in the opening spell, to their credit Baldock responded well and made it difficult for Elsenham's numerical advantage to count.
However Thomas Horton extended the lead when he deflected a long range shot from Luke Felton that would have otherwise gone wide, 2 - 0. Again, Baldock responded well and pulled a goal back when the Elsenham keeper failed to hold onto a long range shot and a Baldock striker was on hand to prod the ball into the net from close range, 2 - 1.
George Roberts got his second goal of the match when his shot from the edge of the area found it's way through the legs of a couple of the defenders and hit the back of the net to make the score 3 - 1.
Elsenham were not at their best in the first half, they found it difficult to settle in the match and were a little fortunate to find themselves 3 - 1 up.
The second half opened with Elsenham very much on the attack, for over 10 minutes Elsenham battered the Baldock goal area with chance after chance but somehow the ball wouldn't go in.
Finally Harry Pratt eased the tension when he got on the end of a good through ball and scored with a low shot to make it 4 - 1.
Shortly afterwards George Roberts bagged his hat trick with a lovely goal, the ball fell to him on the edge of the area, he turned and shot hard and low into the left hand corner, 5 - 1.
Elsenham's 5th goal looked to have sealed the 3 points however within the space of 5 minutes Baldock pulled 3 goals back to make the score 5 - 4, settling up a tense climax to the match.
Fortunately Elsenham responded well and scored through Harry Pratt, Charles Cooke and Billy Abery (2) to put the game beyong Baldock's reach. Final score 9 - 4.
Man of the macth was awarded to Luke Felton for a fine all round display in midfield.
Elsenham opened the scoring through George Roberts in the opening spell, to their credit Baldock responded well and made it difficult for Elsenham's numerical advantage to count.
However Thomas Horton extended the lead when he deflected a long range shot from Luke Felton that would have otherwise gone wide, 2 - 0. Again, Baldock responded well and pulled a goal back when the Elsenham keeper failed to hold onto a long range shot and a Baldock striker was on hand to prod the ball into the net from close range, 2 - 1.
George Roberts got his second goal of the match when his shot from the edge of the area found it's way through the legs of a couple of the defenders and hit the back of the net to make the score 3 - 1.
Elsenham were not at their best in the first half, they found it difficult to settle in the match and were a little fortunate to find themselves 3 - 1 up.
The second half opened with Elsenham very much on the attack, for over 10 minutes Elsenham battered the Baldock goal area with chance after chance but somehow the ball wouldn't go in.
Finally Harry Pratt eased the tension when he got on the end of a good through ball and scored with a low shot to make it 4 - 1.
Shortly afterwards George Roberts bagged his hat trick with a lovely goal, the ball fell to him on the edge of the area, he turned and shot hard and low into the left hand corner, 5 - 1.
Elsenham's 5th goal looked to have sealed the 3 points however within the space of 5 minutes Baldock pulled 3 goals back to make the score 5 - 4, settling up a tense climax to the match.
Fortunately Elsenham responded well and scored through Harry Pratt, Charles Cooke and Billy Abery (2) to put the game beyong Baldock's reach. Final score 9 - 4.
Man of the macth was awarded to Luke Felton for a fine all round display in midfield.
Elsenham v Stotfold Juniors
- 25 November 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 1-6 Stotfold Juniors
Scorers:
Billy Abery
Elsenham's winning run came to an end against a well organised and determined Stotfold side.
The opening spell was very even as both sides tested each other out, Elsenham had a couple of half chances but couldn't apply the finishing touch.
However it was Stotfold who opened the scoring on 10 minutes when Elsenham gifted them a soft goal, the defence failed to clear and the Stotfold striker was only too happy to take advantage, 0 - 1. Barely a minute had passed and Stotfold were two up, again a mix up in defence resulted in a needless goal, 0 - 2.
Four minutes later the ref awarded a penalty to Stotfold after a clumsy challenge in the penalty area, the striker hit the ball hard and low giving the keeper no chance, 0 - 3.
Elsenham had a number a good attacking moves and Kyle Kersey had a great opportunity to pull a goal back however the Stotfold keeper made a great save from close range.
Just before half time the ref awarded a second penalty to Stotfold for a handball in the area, again the striker made no mistake with his spot kick, 0 - 4.
The first half ended with a scoreline that didn't seem to reflect the run of play, a few lapses of concentration proved costly.
Elsenham looked a different side in the second half and were playing with more urgency and spirit. After only 3 minutes Billy Abery scored a superb goal, collecting the ball on the edge of the box he dribbled past two defenders and bent the ball round the diving keeper, 1 - 4.
Elsenham pushed forward with wave after wave of attacks and were unlucky not to score more goals. Stotfold hit Elsenham on the break towards the end of the match to make the final score 1 - 6.
Man of the match was awarded to Sam White for a an excellent defensive display ..... well done !!
The opening spell was very even as both sides tested each other out, Elsenham had a couple of half chances but couldn't apply the finishing touch.
However it was Stotfold who opened the scoring on 10 minutes when Elsenham gifted them a soft goal, the defence failed to clear and the Stotfold striker was only too happy to take advantage, 0 - 1. Barely a minute had passed and Stotfold were two up, again a mix up in defence resulted in a needless goal, 0 - 2.
Four minutes later the ref awarded a penalty to Stotfold after a clumsy challenge in the penalty area, the striker hit the ball hard and low giving the keeper no chance, 0 - 3.
Elsenham had a number a good attacking moves and Kyle Kersey had a great opportunity to pull a goal back however the Stotfold keeper made a great save from close range.
Just before half time the ref awarded a second penalty to Stotfold for a handball in the area, again the striker made no mistake with his spot kick, 0 - 4.
The first half ended with a scoreline that didn't seem to reflect the run of play, a few lapses of concentration proved costly.
Elsenham looked a different side in the second half and were playing with more urgency and spirit. After only 3 minutes Billy Abery scored a superb goal, collecting the ball on the edge of the box he dribbled past two defenders and bent the ball round the diving keeper, 1 - 4.
Elsenham pushed forward with wave after wave of attacks and were unlucky not to score more goals. Stotfold hit Elsenham on the break towards the end of the match to make the final score 1 - 6.
Man of the match was awarded to Sam White for a an excellent defensive display ..... well done !!
Elsenham v Albion Youth
- 18 November 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 7-3 Albion Youth
Scorers:
Kyle Kersey 2, Billy Abery 2, Harry Pratt 1, George Roberts 1, Luke Felton 1.
Elsenham extended their winning run by taking all three points against bottom side Albion Youth on a bitterly cold day at the recreation ground.
However it was Albion who made the brighter start putting Elsenham under pressure straight from the kick off and it didn't take long for them to open the scoring, 0 - 1.
Elsenham equalised straight from the restart when a good pass found Kyle Kersey who finished superbly, 1 - 1. On 13 minutes Albion restored their lead with a well taken goal.
Fortunately Harry Pratt levelled the score when he raced onto a through ball and broke free of the Albion defence to make it 2 - 2. Just before half time Kyle Kersey almost scored again when his screamer of a shot rattled the cross bar.
Elsenham were clearly not at their best in the first half and struggled to adapt to the pace of the game and the freezing conditions.
With the wind behind them in the second half Elsenham looked more like their usual selves with numerous attacks and attempts on goal.
Within one minute Elsenham scored, Luke Felton hit a long range shot which the keeper could only parry and Billy Abery was on hand to slot the ball home, 3 - 2. Four minutes later Billy Abery got his second goal to make it 4 - 2.
Shortly afterwards Albion gifted a goal to Elsenham, the keeper made a poor goal kick which fell to George Roberts who made no mistake from 10 yards thumping the ball into the back of the net, 5 - 2. Billy Abery very nearly got his hat trick when his close range shot looked certain to end up in the net however the Albion keeper made a fantastic save.
Albion were not finished though and pulled a goal back with an impressive high looping shot that gave our keeper no chance. George Roberts almost scored his second with some superb work on the left, beating 3 defenders George cut onto his right foot and unleashed a superb shot across the goal which hit the right hand post.
Luke Felton made the game safe with a terrific long range shot, 6 - 2. Kyle Kersey then got his second goal shortly afterwards to make the final score 7 - 3.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts for an impressive all round display.
However it was Albion who made the brighter start putting Elsenham under pressure straight from the kick off and it didn't take long for them to open the scoring, 0 - 1.
Elsenham equalised straight from the restart when a good pass found Kyle Kersey who finished superbly, 1 - 1. On 13 minutes Albion restored their lead with a well taken goal.
Fortunately Harry Pratt levelled the score when he raced onto a through ball and broke free of the Albion defence to make it 2 - 2. Just before half time Kyle Kersey almost scored again when his screamer of a shot rattled the cross bar.
Elsenham were clearly not at their best in the first half and struggled to adapt to the pace of the game and the freezing conditions.
With the wind behind them in the second half Elsenham looked more like their usual selves with numerous attacks and attempts on goal.
Within one minute Elsenham scored, Luke Felton hit a long range shot which the keeper could only parry and Billy Abery was on hand to slot the ball home, 3 - 2. Four minutes later Billy Abery got his second goal to make it 4 - 2.
Shortly afterwards Albion gifted a goal to Elsenham, the keeper made a poor goal kick which fell to George Roberts who made no mistake from 10 yards thumping the ball into the back of the net, 5 - 2. Billy Abery very nearly got his hat trick when his close range shot looked certain to end up in the net however the Albion keeper made a fantastic save.
Albion were not finished though and pulled a goal back with an impressive high looping shot that gave our keeper no chance. George Roberts almost scored his second with some superb work on the left, beating 3 defenders George cut onto his right foot and unleashed a superb shot across the goal which hit the right hand post.
Luke Felton made the game safe with a terrific long range shot, 6 - 2. Kyle Kersey then got his second goal shortly afterwards to make the final score 7 - 3.
Man of the match was awarded to George Roberts for an impressive all round display.
FC Comets v Elsenham
- 4 November 2007
Venue:
Canterbury Way
Score:
FC Comets 4-5 Elsenham
Scorers:
Kyle Kersey 2, Billy Abery 1, Charles Cooke 1 and George Roberts 1
A fourth successive victory ensured Elsenham retained their top of the table position however the scoreline should have been by a wider margin as Elsenham made hard work of beating a motivated Comets side.
Elsenham had a dream start on 2 minutes when a clever through ball found top scorer Kyle Kersey who made no mistake, 0 - 1.
The scoreline increased on 15 minutes after good work from Luke Felton on the left wing, Luke crossed to Billy Abery who scored from close range to make it 0 - 2.
Comets almost pulled one back a few minutes later when their striker broke free however they were denied by a good save from goalkeeper George Mortimer.
Charles Cooke scored his first goal of the season as he powered through the defence to chip the oncoming keeper to make the scoreline 0 - 3. All in all a comfortable first half performance from Elsenham.
The second half was a different story as Comets opened much the stronger side, Elsenham seemed to be a bit complacent and paid the price as Comets soon scored to make it 1 - 3, this lifted their spirits and they pressed forward in search of more goals.
Thankfully Elsenham were next to score, a great ball through the heart of the comets defence was met by George Roberts who cooly slotted the ball past the oncoming goalkeeper, 1 - 4.
Comets, to their credit, kept going and within a couple of minutes scored themseleves, a long ball split the Elsenham defence and the Comets striker hit the ball past our keeper, 2 - 4.
The best move of the game resulted in another goal for Kyle Kersey, Charles Cooke passed to George Roberts on the left wing who in turn passed to Kyle in the box, Kyle shot low and hard into the right hand of the goal to extend the lead, 2 - 5.
However, Comets were not finished and pulled two goals back in a matter of minutes to set up nerve racking end to the game. Elsenham held strong and were relieved to hear the final whistle.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke for a very solid defensive performance.
Elsenham had a dream start on 2 minutes when a clever through ball found top scorer Kyle Kersey who made no mistake, 0 - 1.
The scoreline increased on 15 minutes after good work from Luke Felton on the left wing, Luke crossed to Billy Abery who scored from close range to make it 0 - 2.
Comets almost pulled one back a few minutes later when their striker broke free however they were denied by a good save from goalkeeper George Mortimer.
Charles Cooke scored his first goal of the season as he powered through the defence to chip the oncoming keeper to make the scoreline 0 - 3. All in all a comfortable first half performance from Elsenham.
The second half was a different story as Comets opened much the stronger side, Elsenham seemed to be a bit complacent and paid the price as Comets soon scored to make it 1 - 3, this lifted their spirits and they pressed forward in search of more goals.
Thankfully Elsenham were next to score, a great ball through the heart of the comets defence was met by George Roberts who cooly slotted the ball past the oncoming goalkeeper, 1 - 4.
Comets, to their credit, kept going and within a couple of minutes scored themseleves, a long ball split the Elsenham defence and the Comets striker hit the ball past our keeper, 2 - 4.
The best move of the game resulted in another goal for Kyle Kersey, Charles Cooke passed to George Roberts on the left wing who in turn passed to Kyle in the box, Kyle shot low and hard into the right hand of the goal to extend the lead, 2 - 5.
However, Comets were not finished and pulled two goals back in a matter of minutes to set up nerve racking end to the game. Elsenham held strong and were relieved to hear the final whistle.
Man of the match was awarded to Alex Roke for a very solid defensive performance.
Elsenham v BSCFC United
- 28 October 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 2-1 BSCFC United
A superb all round performance against the league leaders, Bishops Stortford Utd, saw Elsenham record their 3rd successive victory.
In a game that resembled a cup tie both sides battled hard to secure the 3 points however Elsenham had a steely determination to evenge their 6-2 defeat against Stortford earlier in the season.
The opening spell of the game was very even with both sides being caught offside a number of times, however it was Elsenham who opened the score on 13 minutes with a long range shot from new signing Luke felton, 1 - 0.
Barely a couple of minutes had passed before Utd levelled the score, Elsenham failed to clear the danger from the box and Utd shot hard and low to make it 1 - 1.
The game was pulsating end to end action with some neat flowing football and crunching tackles, both sides went in at half time to the warm applause of the spectators.
The second half opened as the first with attacking football, Elsenham had several opportunities to score which somehow Utd manage to prevent. Utd also looked dangerous on the break and played the long ball through the middle to their strikers, the Elsenham defence had to be alert.
To the relief of the home support Elsenham increased the score to 2 - 1, Luke Felton hit a long range shot which the Utd keeper fumbled and the ball crept over the line.
This set up a nail biting climax to the match, Utd threw more players forward in a desperate attempt to nick an equaliser, Elsenham held firm and when the ref blew the whistle for full time the boys (and home crowd) went wild.
Man of the match was awarded to Josh Widdowson for a very solid perfomance in defence ...well done !!
In a game that resembled a cup tie both sides battled hard to secure the 3 points however Elsenham had a steely determination to evenge their 6-2 defeat against Stortford earlier in the season.
The opening spell of the game was very even with both sides being caught offside a number of times, however it was Elsenham who opened the score on 13 minutes with a long range shot from new signing Luke felton, 1 - 0.
Barely a couple of minutes had passed before Utd levelled the score, Elsenham failed to clear the danger from the box and Utd shot hard and low to make it 1 - 1.
The game was pulsating end to end action with some neat flowing football and crunching tackles, both sides went in at half time to the warm applause of the spectators.
The second half opened as the first with attacking football, Elsenham had several opportunities to score which somehow Utd manage to prevent. Utd also looked dangerous on the break and played the long ball through the middle to their strikers, the Elsenham defence had to be alert.
To the relief of the home support Elsenham increased the score to 2 - 1, Luke Felton hit a long range shot which the Utd keeper fumbled and the ball crept over the line.
This set up a nail biting climax to the match, Utd threw more players forward in a desperate attempt to nick an equaliser, Elsenham held firm and when the ref blew the whistle for full time the boys (and home crowd) went wild.
Man of the match was awarded to Josh Widdowson for a very solid perfomance in defence ...well done !!
Elsenham v FC Comets
- 21 October 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 3-1 FC Comets
Scorers:
George Roberts, Thomas Horton, Harry Pratt
Elsenham came out on top of a close hard fought victory to secure all 3 points against FC Comets.
Both sides could only manage to field 10 players due to the half term holidays, however the match was end to end action with numerous opportunities for both teams to score. The opening spell was very even, George Roberts and Jordan Ditchburn both had shots well saved by the keeper and Comets had a couple of scoring chances that very nearly resulted in a goal.
The opening goal was scored by Thomas Horton who was alert enough to latch onto a poor back pass and shot low and hard into the left hand corner 1 - 0 Elsenham.
Three minutes later Elsenham extended their lead with a great attack, Alex Roke delivered a good pass to Luke Felton on the right wing who shot from an acute angle, the ball hit the left post and George Roberts was on hand to slot home the rebound 2 - 0 Elsenham.
Comets almost scored when a long ball beat the whole defence and the Comets striker looked certain to score however stand in keeper Charles Cooke sprinted off his line to make a superb save.
Elsenham should have scored a third when Harry Pratt was clean through on goal however the keeper did very well to save his effort.
The opening spell of the second half was very even, Billy Abery and Luke Felton both had good efforts go narrowly wide, however Comets broke free to score on 34 minutes to make it 2 - 1. Comets encouraged by the goal pushed forward in search of an equaliser and Elsenham had to endure some heavy pressure.
On 38 minutes Luke Felton's corner fell to Harry Pratt who stabbed the ball into the net from close range to seal the victory 3 - 1.
A very tight nail biting game with some good attacking moves, man of the match was awarded to Billy Abery for a solid match in midfield.
Both sides could only manage to field 10 players due to the half term holidays, however the match was end to end action with numerous opportunities for both teams to score. The opening spell was very even, George Roberts and Jordan Ditchburn both had shots well saved by the keeper and Comets had a couple of scoring chances that very nearly resulted in a goal.
The opening goal was scored by Thomas Horton who was alert enough to latch onto a poor back pass and shot low and hard into the left hand corner 1 - 0 Elsenham.
Three minutes later Elsenham extended their lead with a great attack, Alex Roke delivered a good pass to Luke Felton on the right wing who shot from an acute angle, the ball hit the left post and George Roberts was on hand to slot home the rebound 2 - 0 Elsenham.
Comets almost scored when a long ball beat the whole defence and the Comets striker looked certain to score however stand in keeper Charles Cooke sprinted off his line to make a superb save.
Elsenham should have scored a third when Harry Pratt was clean through on goal however the keeper did very well to save his effort.
The opening spell of the second half was very even, Billy Abery and Luke Felton both had good efforts go narrowly wide, however Comets broke free to score on 34 minutes to make it 2 - 1. Comets encouraged by the goal pushed forward in search of an equaliser and Elsenham had to endure some heavy pressure.
On 38 minutes Luke Felton's corner fell to Harry Pratt who stabbed the ball into the net from close range to seal the victory 3 - 1.
A very tight nail biting game with some good attacking moves, man of the match was awarded to Billy Abery for a solid match in midfield.
Buntingford Cougars Whites v Elsenham
- 14 October 2007
Venue:
Luynes Rise
Score:
Buntingford Cougars Whites 0-4 Elsenham
Scorers:
Thomas Horton, Kyle Kersey 2, George Roberts
A strong attacking performance saw Elsenham U12s do the double over Buntingford Whites to secure third place in the league table. The opening spell of the game was evenly contested as both sides battled itout in midfield, however on 13 minutes a good corner kick from Luke Felton found its way through to Thomas Horton who slotted the ball home from close range 0 - 1. A minute later Elsenham pressed forward down the right wing and Thomas Horton threaded a lovely pass through to Kyle Kersey on the edge of the box who made no mistake 0 - 2. Elsenham surged forward in search of further goals and had several decent chances to extend their lead, new signing Luke Felton, looked particularly lively and was beginning to form a good partnership with the forwards. A minute before half time Elsenham made it 0 - 3, Billy Abery made a huge clearance which found its way to centre forward, Kyle Kersey, Kyle calmly dribbled the ball round the keeper and walked the ball over the goal line. Buntingford opened the second half the stronger with some intense pressure, however the Elsenham defence held firm, Charles Cooke and Alex Roke, in particular, showing their quality. Having weathered the storm, Elsenham responded with a number of goal scoring opportunities, Charles Cooke and Kyle Kersey both came close however the Buntingford goal keeper was in very good form and made some fine saves. On 29 minutes Elsenham broke from midfield and Kyle Kersey made a lovely pass through to George Roberts on the left wing, George pressed forward towards goal and hit a low hard shot past the oncoming keeper to make it 0 - 4. A very good attacking performance from the boys with some very good passing and intelligent play, however defensively we were stretched at times with too many players surging forward which against a stronger side could have proved costly. Man of the match was awarded to Luke Felton who showed great energy and skill in midfield.
BSCFC United v Elsenham
- 7 October 2007
Venue:
Grange Paddocks
Score:
BSCFC United 6-2 Elsenham
Scorers:
Billy Abery, George Roberts
Playing the league leaders with 5 players missing proved too much for Elsenham despite a battling display from our boys.
Elsenham were on the back foot straight from the whistle and had to endure heavy spells of pressure including 6 corners in the first few minutes. The ball was scrambled off the goaline on a couple of occassions with stand in keeper, George Roberts, making a couple of good saves.
Inevitably the heavy pressure led to the opening goal for BS on 17 minutes with an excellent shot that our keeper had no chance of saving, 1 - 0.
Elsenham had a few attacks however there was no real threat to the goal as the BS defence were well organised and solid.
Two further goals left the scoreline 3-0 at half time. A change of keeper saw Shaun Rogerson go in goal with George Roberts moving to the right back position.
The second half proved to be a lot closer with Elsenham making a number a threatening attacks, good play from Kyle Kersey, Billy Abery together with some strong runs from Charles Cooke gave the team confidence.
On 38 minutes Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball. Billy Abery stepped up to take the spot kick however his shot was saved by the keeper.A couple of minutes later Billy made amends and scored a lovely goal from 6 yards out, much to his delight, 3-1.
Elsenham pushed forward in search of more goals which left them stretched at the back and unfortunately BS hit us on the break a couple of times to make the score 5-1.
Three minutes from time George Roberts scored an absolute beauty, the ball fell to him just inside the BS half and he hit it hard on the half volley, the ball flew high towards the goal and dipped into the top of the net to leave the keeper with no chance ...... a contender for goal of the season !! 5-2.
On virtually the last kick of the game BS scored again to make it 6-2. Man of the match was awarded to Billy Abery for his attacking efforts.
Elsenham were on the back foot straight from the whistle and had to endure heavy spells of pressure including 6 corners in the first few minutes. The ball was scrambled off the goaline on a couple of occassions with stand in keeper, George Roberts, making a couple of good saves.
Inevitably the heavy pressure led to the opening goal for BS on 17 minutes with an excellent shot that our keeper had no chance of saving, 1 - 0.
Elsenham had a few attacks however there was no real threat to the goal as the BS defence were well organised and solid.
Two further goals left the scoreline 3-0 at half time. A change of keeper saw Shaun Rogerson go in goal with George Roberts moving to the right back position.
The second half proved to be a lot closer with Elsenham making a number a threatening attacks, good play from Kyle Kersey, Billy Abery together with some strong runs from Charles Cooke gave the team confidence.
On 38 minutes Elsenham were awarded a penalty for handball. Billy Abery stepped up to take the spot kick however his shot was saved by the keeper.A couple of minutes later Billy made amends and scored a lovely goal from 6 yards out, much to his delight, 3-1.
Elsenham pushed forward in search of more goals which left them stretched at the back and unfortunately BS hit us on the break a couple of times to make the score 5-1.
Three minutes from time George Roberts scored an absolute beauty, the ball fell to him just inside the BS half and he hit it hard on the half volley, the ball flew high towards the goal and dipped into the top of the net to leave the keeper with no chance ...... a contender for goal of the season !! 5-2.
On virtually the last kick of the game BS scored again to make it 6-2. Man of the match was awarded to Billy Abery for his attacking efforts.
Elsenham v Letchworth Whites
- 30 September 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 1-4 Letchworth Whites
Scorers:
Kyle Kersey
Despite a battling display Elsenham were knocked out the the league cup by a Letchworth side from the division above.
From the whistle Letchworth imposed themselves and surged forward in search of an early goal, Elsenham had two key defenders missing however the back four, to their credit, worked tirelessly. On 10 minutes Letworth opened the scoring with a well worked goal, a cross from the right wing was headed high into the net 0 - 1.
Elsenham fought back and had a few attacks in the first half however the Letworth defence were well organised and snubbed out any threat. The sides went in at half time 0 - 1.
Letchworth started the 2nd half on the attack and Elsenham had to endure sustained pressure for long periods however our Goalkeeper, George Mortimer, made several excellent saves to deny the visitors. However on 45 minutes a very unlucky own goal extended Letworths lead.
A minute later Elsenham had a great chance to pull one back when Thomas Horton broke clear of the defence and saw his shot go wide of the goalpost.
On 51 minutes suffered further bad luck when the ref awarded a penalty to Letchworth for hand ball, a powerful shot hit the hands of an Elsenham defender who had raised his hands to protect his face, the ref felt no option but to award the penalty. Our keeper saved the penalty however the ref spotted an infringement and Letworth made no mistake with the 2nd effort.
Six minutes later Elsenham pulled one back with a fantastic goal, Letchworth gave away a free kick on the edge of the box and Kyle Kersey hit an unstoppable shot into the top right hand corner ..... a truly superb goal that would grace any professional game !!
Elsenhams spirits were lifted and the boys surged forward in search of another however Letchworth defence remained solid.
The last kick of the game resulted in the 4th goal for Letchworth to finish the match at 1 - 4.
Man of the match award was given to George Mortimer for several crucial saves.
From the whistle Letchworth imposed themselves and surged forward in search of an early goal, Elsenham had two key defenders missing however the back four, to their credit, worked tirelessly. On 10 minutes Letworth opened the scoring with a well worked goal, a cross from the right wing was headed high into the net 0 - 1.
Elsenham fought back and had a few attacks in the first half however the Letworth defence were well organised and snubbed out any threat. The sides went in at half time 0 - 1.
Letchworth started the 2nd half on the attack and Elsenham had to endure sustained pressure for long periods however our Goalkeeper, George Mortimer, made several excellent saves to deny the visitors. However on 45 minutes a very unlucky own goal extended Letworths lead.
A minute later Elsenham had a great chance to pull one back when Thomas Horton broke clear of the defence and saw his shot go wide of the goalpost.
On 51 minutes suffered further bad luck when the ref awarded a penalty to Letchworth for hand ball, a powerful shot hit the hands of an Elsenham defender who had raised his hands to protect his face, the ref felt no option but to award the penalty. Our keeper saved the penalty however the ref spotted an infringement and Letworth made no mistake with the 2nd effort.
Six minutes later Elsenham pulled one back with a fantastic goal, Letchworth gave away a free kick on the edge of the box and Kyle Kersey hit an unstoppable shot into the top right hand corner ..... a truly superb goal that would grace any professional game !!
Elsenhams spirits were lifted and the boys surged forward in search of another however Letchworth defence remained solid.
The last kick of the game resulted in the 4th goal for Letchworth to finish the match at 1 - 4.
Man of the match award was given to George Mortimer for several crucial saves.
Elsenham v Letchworth Oranges
- 23 September 2007
Venue:
Elsenham Rec
Score:
Elsenham 6-4 Letchworth Oranges
Scorers:
Sam White, Kyle Kersey 3, Thomas Horton, George Roberts
On a sunny but windy day the Elsenham boys must have had a hearty breakfast as they started much the stronger side. From the moment the whistle blew they took the game to Letchworth and within minutes had a number of chances and corners. After four minutes Kyle went mightily close with a well struck shot. The team pushed forwards and on 14 minutes Charles’s shot was stopped only by a good save from the Letchworth keeper. Seven minutes later Tom struck a left foot shot which once again was saved well by the keeper.
Elsenham were passing the ball around and playing some great football. Despite desperate defending by the visitors the inevitable happened. On 22 minutes a great out-swinging corner from George Roberts was met by Sam who calmly slotted the ball into the net. Just two minutes later Billy dribbled past a number of defenders and fired a left foot shot which just missed the goal. Two minutes later another chance fell this time to Tom whose well struck shot was saved by the Goalkeeper. With a lost ball & some injuries, time was ticking on with the score still at 1-0. Then on 34 minutes Elsenham were awarded a free kick. Charles took it, passed to Tom who then set up Kyle to score Elsenham’s second goal. Just two minutes later Tom was put through and scored with a firm right foot shot into the corner, making it 3-0.
Elsenham went in at half time with a feeling that they should have converted more of the many chances they made.
During the second half with the wind against Elsenham, Letchworth started the brighter team. Some early pressure from the visitors coupled with some poor defending from Elsenham led to an easy goal after 10 minutes making the score 3-1. This seemed to rally Elsenham and just three minutes later Kyle slotted the ball into the net but was ruled off side. Seven minutes later though Kyle had another chance. With a superbly weighted shot the ball was held up by the wind and dropped over the keeper into the goal. (4-1). On 22 minutes George Roberts broke free but his shot was well saved by the keeper.
However, unlike the first half, Elsenham came under sustained pressure from the visitors. As Elsenham pressed forwards gaps appeared in Elsenham’s midfield and defence. Letchworth scored next (4-2) and if not for some alert and brave goal keeping from George Mortimer, Letchworth could easily have scored on a number of further occasions. On 27 minutes though Letchworth scored taking the score to 4-3. With much relief from the Elsenham supporters, Kyle scored his hat trick on 30 minutes to make it 5-3. The game swung back to Letchworth though when they scored their fourth goal. With injury time it was not until the 38 minute that Elsenham secured the win with a final goal this time from George Roberts. A thoroughly entertaining match with lots of good passing from Elsenham but some work to do defensively before the next match.
Broadhall Tigers v Elsenham
- 16 September 2007
Venue:
Hampson Park
Score:
Broadhall Tigers 5-0 Elsenham
Despite some promising early pressure Elsenham U12s struggled to cope with a physically bigger Stevenage side.
Elsenham started brightly, however on 6 minutes Broadhall opened the scoring after Elsenham failed to clear their lines.
Elsenham managed to keep the hosts at bay for a decent period and on 27 minutes Kyle Kersey broke free with a great chance to even the score, however his shot was well saved by the Broadhall keeper.
The rest of the first half was dominated by two soft goals, both from corner kicks, in which Elsenham failed to clear the danger.
The second half started with Broadhall attacking downhill and it took only 5 minutes for them to extend their lead, a long cross from the right was tapped in at the near post to make the score 4 - 0.
Elsenham had a couple of half chances in the second half, but their keeper reacted quickly to snub out any threat.
The game ended with a final goal to Broadhall to make the scoreline 5 - 0.
Man of the match award went to Josh Widdowson for his battling display.
Elsenham started brightly, however on 6 minutes Broadhall opened the scoring after Elsenham failed to clear their lines.
Elsenham managed to keep the hosts at bay for a decent period and on 27 minutes Kyle Kersey broke free with a great chance to even the score, however his shot was well saved by the Broadhall keeper.
The rest of the first half was dominated by two soft goals, both from corner kicks, in which Elsenham failed to clear the danger.
The second half started with Broadhall attacking downhill and it took only 5 minutes for them to extend their lead, a long cross from the right was tapped in at the near post to make the score 4 - 0.
Elsenham had a couple of half chances in the second half, but their keeper reacted quickly to snub out any threat.
The game ended with a final goal to Broadhall to make the scoreline 5 - 0.
Man of the match award went to Josh Widdowson for his battling display.
Elsenham v Buntingford Whites
- 9 September 2007
Venue:
Home
Score:
Elsenham 4-1 Buntingford Whites
Scorers:
Kyle Kersey 2, George Roberts 1 and Thomas Horton 1
An encouraging start to the new season saw a positive Elsenham Youth U12 team brush Buntingford aside with a comfortable 4 - 1 victory.
Straight from the kick off EYFC looked hungry and applied pressure on the Buntingford defence with some neat passing and clever footwork. Buntingford struggled to cope with EYFC's 4 - 3 - 3 attacking formation and inevitably the 1st goal went to the home side. On 7 minutes, last season's top scorer, Kyle Kersey, broke free and scored a great opening goal slotting the ball low past the oncoming goalkeeper. Kyle had clearly spent the summer practising his goal celebrations as he performed a near perfect cartwheel.
EYFC had several more chances before Kyle Kersey scored again on 17 minutes to make it 2 - 0, good work from Harry Pratt who threaded a lovely pass to Kyle who made no mistake from just outside the 6 yard box.
On 20 minutes George Roberts made it 3 - 0, George collected the ball on the left side and sprinted forward towards goal shooting hard across the goalkeeper into the right hand side of the net, a lovely finish.
More pressure and several more chances fell to the home side, however they were unable to extend their lead.
The second half proved to be much more even as Buntingford looked much sharper and organised, they began to pressure the Elsenham goal and had a number of chances to score. On 40 minutes after some heavy pressure Buntingford scored much to the delight of the visiting supporters. The Elsenham players were looking tired after their impressive first half performance and Buntingford could sense a possible way back into the game.
Buntingford were clearly encouraged by the goal and pushed forward in search of another, however on 52 minutes Thomas Horton made the game safe with the final goal of the match to make it 4 - 1. The Elsenham goalkeeper, George Mortimer, made an impressive clearance which found its way through to Thomas who sprinted forward and cooly dispatched a low unstoppable shot to the left of the keeper.
All in all a very positive start to the season with a good all round performance from the whole team. Player of the match was new signing Jordan Ditchburn who gave an impressive performance, showing his quality and fitness - well done.
Straight from the kick off EYFC looked hungry and applied pressure on the Buntingford defence with some neat passing and clever footwork. Buntingford struggled to cope with EYFC's 4 - 3 - 3 attacking formation and inevitably the 1st goal went to the home side. On 7 minutes, last season's top scorer, Kyle Kersey, broke free and scored a great opening goal slotting the ball low past the oncoming goalkeeper. Kyle had clearly spent the summer practising his goal celebrations as he performed a near perfect cartwheel.
EYFC had several more chances before Kyle Kersey scored again on 17 minutes to make it 2 - 0, good work from Harry Pratt who threaded a lovely pass to Kyle who made no mistake from just outside the 6 yard box.
On 20 minutes George Roberts made it 3 - 0, George collected the ball on the left side and sprinted forward towards goal shooting hard across the goalkeeper into the right hand side of the net, a lovely finish.
More pressure and several more chances fell to the home side, however they were unable to extend their lead.
The second half proved to be much more even as Buntingford looked much sharper and organised, they began to pressure the Elsenham goal and had a number of chances to score. On 40 minutes after some heavy pressure Buntingford scored much to the delight of the visiting supporters. The Elsenham players were looking tired after their impressive first half performance and Buntingford could sense a possible way back into the game.
Buntingford were clearly encouraged by the goal and pushed forward in search of another, however on 52 minutes Thomas Horton made the game safe with the final goal of the match to make it 4 - 1. The Elsenham goalkeeper, George Mortimer, made an impressive clearance which found its way through to Thomas who sprinted forward and cooly dispatched a low unstoppable shot to the left of the keeper.
All in all a very positive start to the season with a good all round performance from the whole team. Player of the match was new signing Jordan Ditchburn who gave an impressive performance, showing his quality and fitness - well done.
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