Southam Utd vs Newent Town Matchday Programme

Management

First Team Manager Richard Kay

First Team Assistant Lee Petch

First Team Assistant Lee Walkinshaw

First Team Coach Ryan Champkins

Goalkeeping Coach Alan Kinnear

Southam United Committee

Owner/Chairman Michael Davis

Secretary Amanda Woolley

Events Manager Rachel Anderson

Media Rhian Tilley

First Team Rep Richard Kay

Member Alan Kinnear

First Team Liaison Group

Photographer Marie Price

Hospitality Lisa Walkinshaw

Hospitality Amy Dunkley

Media Rhian Tilley

Matchday Groundsman Paul Kay

Matchday Programme

Editor/Design Amy Dunkley & Rhian

Tilley

6 LETTER FROM THE MANAGER

8 MATCH REPORT

10 OUR HISTORY

14 MEET THE TEAM

16 LEAGUE STANDINGS

17 UPCOMING FIXTURES

RICHARD KAY

A warm welcome to BHP to the staff, players and committee of Newent Town. The year is 2030 and we finally get to play a home game! O a serious note, 8 straight away games has been a huge effort for everyone involved It has really taken its toll recently I've never known a schedule like it in all my years of being a player and a manager

It has been away game after away game over the course of the last 2 months We have been to the Cotswolds, Swindon midweek, and then back to the Cotswolds It's been relentless We have had some great performances on the road, most notably Milton United away, where going into the game they were second in the league and looking to chase down Pershore It was a top performance and by far the best team performance of the season. A week later and another trip to Shortwood Shocking preparation led to a really poor performance It was absolutely one away game too many on the back of travelling to Royal Wootton Bassett MIDWEEK in SWINDON for the Challenge Cup quarterfinal. We were given no chance of progressing, however the lads acquitted themselves very well against Step 5 opposition. We played some excellent football but were taught a lesson in being clinical in front of goal

The Hellenic league secretary needs to give his head a wobble and there needs to be a serious conversation with the league at the next AGM It's not realistic or sustainable for any club

In the midst of such a hectic period I was over the moon and humbled to each my 100th game as manager of Southam United The game didn't go to plan but I had such an incredible day/night that will

live long in the memory I made sure that I messaged every player and staff member that has played for me and represented the club since 2019 Some of the messages or phone calls I received really did make me feel very proud of the journey we have been on and made me feel very humble There are many reasons why I enjoy being a manager/coach but for me it's all about my players I'd like to think I've given individuals the opportunity to have a career in non-league football, a second chance when it's been needed the most and to find that love of the game they have lost All I have ever wanted to do is give back to the game through my experience, my passion, my love affair with football

I would like to finally say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey It's been a rollercoaster So many highs and lows but so many priceless memories To all the players who have played for me and represented the club, you are all absolute club legends. What has been achieved over the years, and where the club is today is because of you You are the foundation, the pillars on which this club has been built Thank you for giving me your all, for giving me everything a manager could ask of his players. Heart, passion, pride in the shirt and badge I can't describe how proud I am to be your manager.

We are now in a situation where it's a one game season. Our semi final against Kenilworth is our season It's all on the line for a place at the CBS Arena Today's game is vitally important We need to make sure our performance levels are high and have momentum going into a 50/50 cup tie that will come down to on the night

"The year is 2030 and we finally get to play a home game!"

MATCHREPORT

By David Hucker

UHLSPORT HELLENIC LEAGUE DIVISION ONE

Harry

A goal for Clanfield's Reuben Harry was all that separated the two sides who, after two postponements, met at the third time of asking at Radcot Road.

Southam, playing their first match for two weeks, were looking to get back on the winning trail following their 5-0 defeat at Shortwood United, but were up against an inform Clanfield side that had consolidated their fourth place in the division with a 3-2 away win at Long Crendon on Saturday.

Shane Osborne and Adam Neale made their 50th appearances for Southam and both were in the thick of the action as Osborne went close from a free kick at the start of the second half, and Neale made a goal line clearance to keep the score at 1-0 after Harry had given the home side the lead.

After a run of five consecutive matches on the road, Southam are at home on Saturday when they

will be looking to complete a league double over Newent Town, who they beat 3-2 on a frosty Gloucestershire night in December.

Kick off at Bobby Hancocks Park is 3:00pm.

At the time of writing, Southam are scheduled to face Kenilworth Sporting in a Coventry Telegraph Cup semi-final next Tuesday, but are also down to play the away league match at Long Crendon postponed from 28th February. Discussions are ongoing with the respective bodies.

Attendance: 65

Southam United: Jacob Rabone, Ryan Harris, Callum Stewart, Adam Neale, Craig Watkin, Andy Yeates, Bradley Goddard, Ellis Champkins, Shane Osborne, Ethan Champkins, Joshua Dixon

CLANFIELD 85 FC 1

30'

SOUTHAM UNITED 0

SOUTHAM UNITED FC

Southam United was founded in 1905 following the amalgamation of two village teams. Southam United or "Saints" as they are known has a long and distinguished history.

From 1947 to 1956 the club won most of the titles in the then prestigious Coventry and North Warwickshire League culminating in the Coventry Evening Telegraph Cup.

Saints moved into the Midland Combination in 1980/81 and immediately won the Division 3 title and completed the double by winning the Vase Final with a 3-1 victory over Kingsbury United. When the League was reorganised in 1983/84, United were invited into the Premier Division but after struggling for several seasons they were downgraded to Division 1 when it was discovered that their pitch was now too short owing to the construction of a bowling green next to it. It took until 1995/96 for United to get back into Premier Division football. In 1997/98 Saints enjoyed their most successful season in the Midland Combination finishing as Premier Division Runners Up and winning the Birmingham County FA Vase with a convincing 3-0 victory over Shirley Town.

All time leading goalscorer (over 1,000 goals) and record appearance holder is Bob Hancocks who served the Club loyally in virtually every capacity In 2002 Bob and his wife Anne received a presentation from the Club to mark their over 50 years of loyal service to Southam United and their contributions to the game were finally recognised by the FA Long Service Award in June 2012.

In 2001 the Club merged with Southam Town FC, a progressive junior club formed in 1972 which, amongst other things, has pioneered Ladies and Girls football in Warwickshire. Long-term development plans have now been put into place to strengthen the football base in Southam both on and off the field.

SOUTHAM UNITED FC

The Club is an FA Charter Standard Community Club. Currently, the Club's range of junior teams runs from the Mini Soccer School (boys and girls of 5 years upwards) being introduced to the game in a fun and safe environment through the junior age groups up to the Under 16's with some 250 players participating in coaching sessions and games throughout the season. The club also maintains a successful Wildcats and Girls section, encouraging more girls into the game and hoping to retain them for the future. This is with a view to eventually growing our own Ladies team.

Southam United are also fully committed to supporting it's volunteer coaches and developing homegrown officials. All managers and coaches are supported in following their ambitions to complete FA coaching courses and as of the 21/22 season, the club has supported 3 of its former junior players to undertake their referee qualifications. With more to follow - subject to courses being available.

First Team results from 1998 to 2004 were largely disappointing. A sixth placed MidComb Premier Division finish in 2004/05 augured well for the future but could not be improved upon in season 2005/06 thanks to inconsistent league form. There was, however, some comparative success in Cup competitions, including an appearance in the first ever Cup Final at the Ricoh Arena, when Saints finished as Runners Up to Coundon Court in The Coventry Charity Cup.

Cup success was achieved in 2008/09 as the Club lifted the BCFA Midweek Floodlit Challenge Cup with a convincing 3 - 1 victory over Darlaston Town and again in 2010/11 with victory in the Telegraph Challenge Cup Final at The Ricoh Arena. Runners Up spot in the Premier Division was achieved in 2011/12 when the team fell away with the finishing line in sight.

In both 2012/13 and 2013/14 the Club were runners up in the BCFA Midweek Floodlit Cup; and in 2014/15 were beaten finalists in the Les James Cup at Walsall's Banks's Stadium and the Coventry Charity Cup at Coventry City's Ricoh Arena.

Following a period of transition for the First Team and an absence of several seasons, the First Team successfully returned in 2018/19 playing in the Hellenic league and managed by Rich Kay. Since this time, and despite the challenge of COVID, the team have gone from strength to strength, gaining promotion and as of 2021/22 season are now play Oxford Senior League Premier, from where they are looking to springboard to the next level.

NEW SPONSOR ALERT!

Brindley Twist Tafft & James Solicitors are delighted to be sponsoring Southam United FC as the match ball sponsor for the remainder of the season.

Our local office is located on Coventry Street in the heart of Southam, as a local business we wholeheartedly wish the club every success.

Private Client Solicitor Katie Nightingale, based at our Southam office says “We are thrilled as a firm to be supporting Southam United FC. Working in Southam and being part of the local community, we are keen to see our local club flourish “

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MEETTHE 2022/23TEAM

22/23 LEAGUE STANDINGS

Hellenic League Division 1

3 points were deducted from Bourton Rovers for: 07/10/22 Reason Unknown

APRIL FIXTURES

1st Newent Town (H)

4th 10th 13th 15th

7th 18th

Long Crendon (A)

Calne Town (A)

Littleton (H)

Cheltenham Saracens (A)

Calne Town (H)

Moreton Rangers (A)

Fixtures & Lineups

AUG 2022

Wednesday 3rd

Saturday 6th

Tuesday 9th

Saturday 13th

Wednesday 17th

Saturday 20th

Monday 29th

SEPT 2022

Saturday 3rd

Wednesday 7th

Tuesday 20th

OCT 2022

Saturday 1st

Saturday 8th

Saturday 15th

Monday 19th

Saturday 22nd

Wednesday 24th

Saturday 29th

NOV 2022

Saturday 5th

Saturday 12th

Saturday 19th

Saturday 26th

DEC 2022

Saturday 10th

Saturday 17th

Tuesday 27th

JAN 2023

Monday 2nd

Saturday 7th

Saturday 14th

Saturday 21st

Friday 27th

FEB 2023

Saturday 4th

Saturday 11th

Saturday 18th

Tuesday 21st

Saturday 25th

MAR 2023

Saturday 4th

Saturday 11th

Saturday 18th

Saturday 25th

APR 2023

Saturday 1st

Saturday 8th

OPPOSITION

Bishops Itchington (H)

Long Crendon (H)

Abingdon United (A)

Milton United (H)

FC Stratford (A)

Bourton Rovers (H)

Morton Rangers (H)

Kidlington Res (A)

Pershore Town (H)

Littleton (A)

Shipston Excelsior (H)

Cheltenham Saracens (H)

Cirencester Town Dev (H)

Smethwick Rangers (A)

Clanfield 85 (H)

Kidlington Res (H)

Hartpury University (A)

Malmesbury Victoria (H)

Chalfont Wasps (H)

Shortwood United (H)

Stonehouse Town (A)

Calne Town (H)

Cheltenham Saracens (A)

Cirencester Town Dev (A)

Clanfield 85 (A)

Hartpury University (H)

Malmesbury Victoria (A)

Newent Town (H)

Shortwood United (A)

Stonehouse Town (H)

FC Stratford (H)

Abingdon United (H)

Long Crendon (A)

Bourton Rovers (A)

Milton United (A)

Shortwood United (A)

Moreton Rangers (A)

Kidlington Res (H)

Pershore Town (A)

Littleton (H)

STARTING XI

Hudson, Bloomer, Speed, Neale, Fitzmaurice, Barby*

Hudson, Dunn, Bloomer, Neale, Fitzmaurice, Barby, E

Hudson, Dunn, Green~, Neale, Harris, Yeates, El Cham

Hudson, Bloomer, Green, Neale, Locklin, Yeates, El C

Hudson, Dunn, Green, Neale, Barby, Yeates, El Cham

Hudson, Dunn, Green, Neale, Barby* , Yeates, O’Brien,

Hudson, Dunn*, Green, Neale, Harris*,Barby, El Cham

Skidmore, Dunn, Stewart,Barby, Harris, Yeates, El Ch

Skidmore, Bloomer, Harris,Barby, Tennant, Osborne, Hudson, Bloomer~, Stewart, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, D

Feasey, Bloomer, Tennant, Harris, Watkin*, Yeates, El Hudson, Bloomer, Tennant, Harris*, Watkin, Yeates, S

Hudson, Bloomer, Stewart,Harris, Watkin, El Champk

Hudson, Bloomer, Tennant, Watkin, Locklin, Yeates, B

Hudson, Harris, Tennant, Neale, Watkin, O’Brien, Dixo King, Dunn, Tennant, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, Dixon, O

Hudson, Harris, Tennant, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, El Ch

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Hudson, Harris, Stewart, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, El Ch

Hudson, Harris, Stewart, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, Osbo

Hudson, Dunn, Stewart, Barby, Watkin, El Champkin

Hudson, Harris, Stewart, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, Et C

Hudson, Harris, Stewart, Neale, Watkin, Yeates, Et C

Hudson, Dunn, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, Et Champkins

Hudson, Harris, Stewart, El Champkins, Watkin, Barb

Hudson, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, El Champkins

Hudson, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, El Champkins

Hudson, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, El Champkins

Hudson, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, El Champkins

Hudson, Harris, Watkin, Yeates, Neale, El Champkins

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SUBSTITUTES

Skidmore, Boe(74), Drummond*(68), Green(85)

O’Brien, Drummond(72), Boe, Green, Speed Drummond, Skidmore, O’Brien, Dixon, Boe Dunn, Speed, Osborne, Mauritson, Barby

Dixon, Bloomer, Boe, Feasey

Bloomer, Drummond, Boe, Fitzmaurice

Dixon*, O’Brien, Tennant, Skidmore

Goddard, Bloomer, King, Drummond, Tennant King, Goddard, Watkin, O’Brien, Drummond (45’) Lawes*, King, Et Champkins, Neale, Goddard

Goddard*, Neale*, O’Brien*, Osborne, Stewart Goddard, Locklin, Stewart, Neale, Dunn

Lawes* (61), King, Locklin, Tennant~ (45’), O’Brien (70’) Dixon, Mauritson, Neale, O’Brien, King Mauritson (71), Dunn (92), Bloomer, King, Goddard (83) Osborne, Hudson, Bloomer, Harris, Barby Lawes*, Dunn, Goddard, Feasey, King

O’Brien, Dunn (58’), Goddard, King, Barby King (80), Dunn (61), Goddard (57), Tennant (69), Barby Goddard (90+3), Barby (15), King, Tennant, Dunn Drummond, Goddard, King

hampkins, El Champkins, Osborne, Barby, Dixon

hampkins, El Champkins, Osborne, Barby, Dixon Newell-Holley, Barby (C), Osborne, El Champkins, Dixon

Dunn, Newell-Holley, Goddard, Drummond, Tennant

Drummond, Goddard, Stewart Goddard, Stewart, Drummond, Harris Myton, Rabone Goddard, Rabone, Stewart, Dunn, Drummond

by (C), Dixon, R Barby, Osborne, Et Champkins, Newell-Holley , Et Champkins, R Barby, Osborne, S Barby (C), Dixon , Et Champkins, R Barby, Osborne, S Barby (C), Dixon

, Et Champkins, R Barby, Osborne, S Barby (C), Dixon

, Et Champkins, R Barby, Osborne, S Barby (C), Dixon , Et Champkins, R Barby, Osborne, S Barby (C), Dixon

SATURDAY 1st APRIL - 3:00PM

BOBBY HANCOCKS PARK

Southam United Football Club Newent Town Football Club

First Team Manager: Richard KAY

First Team Assistant: Lee PETCH

First Team Assistant: Lee WALKINSHAW

First Team Coach: Ryan CHAMPKINS

Goalkeeping coach: Alan KINNEAR Simon BARBY (C)