Squires Gate vs 1874 Northwich

v 1874 Northwich 12.03.2016 NWCFL Premier Division Kick Off: 15:00 Issue 18 ÂŁ1.50

After his move to Barnsley, Kay returned to Squires Gate for our game against Alsager Town where Mark Ashmore interviewed him about his time at Gate and what we can expect to Josh, you returned to the club on Saturday for the first time since your move to Barnsley FC. Just tells us how big an impact Squires Gate FC has had on your footballing career to date?

Having been given the chance to play men's football has had a big impact on me physically and mentally as it has taught me a lot on the pitch. An example is the players are more experienced and do certain things to try and put you off your game which I learnt the hard way at first.

It's two months since you're move to Barnsley, How did the move come about?

The move came around from Barnsley watching me at squires gate and then monitoring my process for a while and liked what they saw that's when they invited me in for a weeks trial at the back end of January, I impressed them on the trial and they made the decision to offer me a professional contract.

How are you finding the transition into full time football?

During the first few weeks of the full time football I was very drained but also I was excited and ready to kick on straight away and get myself into the squad for my first game against Bolton at home. Having played 2 games for the u21's now I am starting to get used to the full time training and I'm hoping to push on further within the next 6 months.

Barnsley are well known for being the club to give John Stones a chance who is now an England International, do you think that more clubs should be looking into Non League to pick up young players like yourself a chance higher up?

Yes, I think that there is a lot of talent within the non leagues that doesn't get mentioned. I've played against a few players in non league that I think could easily fit into a professional set up having seen their ability. Some of the grounds you play on aren't great at all but that's where players learn the physical side of the game which I personally think you need to be a player.

You're of course not the only former non league player to make the move to Barnsley recently with Shaun Tuton and Marc Roberts making the move. Is giving Non league players a chance part of something that attracted yourself to Barnsley.

What attracted me to Barnsley is they take a good look into the non league divisions and they also give youth a chance to show their ability which is what lads like me need to progress as

Ben Fletcher (Sponsored by S.E.I. [Maintenance] LTD) Superb young shot stopper that had a tremendous season last year. He kept numerous clean sheets and played every single minute of every single game. 2015/16 will be his 3rd season with the club where he’ll be looking to continue his fine form.

Nathan Trout (Available for sponsorship) Nathan moved to the Fylde coast from Liverpool. A ball winning centre half that has a big presence on the pitch, he’ll be hoping to force his way into the team and make his position his own.

Alex Colquhoun (Available for sponsorship) After a short spell at the club last season, Alex has returned to the club hungry and determined to play on a regular basis. He showed signs of quality last season and will be looking to cement his place in the 2015/16 season.

Brett Ferguson (Sponsored by Service Solutions Direct Ltd) One of the main characters within the changing room, “Channy” as he is called, always has stories to tell, consistently produced good displays during last season and got on the score sheet on numerous occasions. A very adaptable player that has made a huge impression on all within the club. Winner of Clubman of the Year 2014/15.

Andy Richards (Available for sponsorship) A club stalwart! ‘Rico’ as he is known, has been with the club for many seasons and has become a linchpin of the side. His performances and changing room experience has played a vital role in recent success. A player with many superstitions that is well liked at the club.

Josh Westwood (Sponsored by Mark Ashmore) Josh was a rock at the heart of defence during last season. He produced some fine individual displays and chipped in with a few headed goals. A quiet individual but very popular player that lets his feet, or head do the talking. Josh is also adaptable to play up front.

Mike Hall (Available for sponsorship) Mike was only with Gate briefly last season but his knowledge and experience of the game was beneficial to all that played alongside him. He was influential in his performances and will be looking to have the same impact throughout the 2015/16 season.

Conah Bishop (Available for sponsorship) Conah is one of the youngest players in the squad and plays on the right side of midfield. He has the pace to run at the opposition and can also score goals. He is a great addition to the team.

Joe Noblet (Available for sponsorship) Joe had a spell with Gate a few seasons ago, and returned under the new management of Danny Penswick. He is an attacking midfielder with an eye for goal and will be sure to add goals to the squad.

Alex McKendrick (Available for sponsorship) Alex has been at the club for a number of seasons, first arriving under the stewardship of ex manager Russ McKenna. His work rate and willingness to do the unfashionable jobs in a game have been hugely important to the team. Injury put a halt to his 2014/15 season but he’ll be looking to come back a stronger player this season.

Billy McKenna (Available for sponsorship) The flying winger missed a large part of last season due to injury but is looking to make the right midfield position his own. A popular player within the changing room that can have a big influence on games when in the mood.

Antony Stayte (Available for sponsorship) Stayte is a great addition to the squad, who brings experience from his time at AFC Fylde and from teams in a higher tier. He knows how to organise and motivate his team mates and is very good at holding the ball up.

Ashley Rowley (Sponsored by TravelCare World) Ash joined Gate towards the end of last season, and impressed in the time he played. He scored a crucial equaliser at home to Congleton Town and will be looking to have an impact this season.

Danny Penswick (Sponsored by Bill White) Danny is the manager and captain of the club. He first joined midway through the 2013/14 season and soon established himself as a leader and highly influential player. His game understanding and levels of performance have seen him become a focal point of the team.

Mark Buchan (Available for sponsorship) Mark models himself on Ally McCoist. A fiery Scot that knows where the goal is. His workmanlike performances often go unnoticed, but he scored some valuable goals during last season. An influential player both on and off the pitch and will be a key player during this season.

Aaron Clarke (Available for sponsorship) Aaron was part of the Kirkham and Wesham squad which was victorious at Wembley in 2008. Unfortunately for Aaron, he picked up an injury the week before the final so didn’t take part in the game. A quick striker who possesses skill and eye for a pass and can also play in behind the striker in attacking midfield. Aaron will be looking to cement a spot up top and to fire Gate up the table.

Ryan Tanser (Available for sponsorship) Ryan joined the club in October and came off the bench in the 5-2 defeat away at Atherton Collieries. He scored his first goal for the club on his first full debut in our 5-1 win over Maine Road in the MEN United cup. He will bring goals to the team for sure.

SQUIRES GATE

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2 ALSAGER TOWN HT: 1-1

SUBS NOT USED

WOODS

1

1

JOHNSON

RICHARDS

2

2

SMITH

HIGHAM

3

3

LEDWARDS

MINTON

(HALL 54) COLQUHOUN

4

4

MACKINTOSH (SMITH 65)

MACHIN

WESTWOOD

5

5

CLAKSON

PENSWICK

6

6

STUBBS

MCKENNA

7

7

CROFTS

MCKENDRICK

8

8

BOOTH

(TANSER 68) BUCHAN

9

9

BROWN

HIGGINS TROUT

SUBS NOT USED BROTHERTON

NOBLET 10 10 LENNON (GIBSON 62) FERGUSON 11 11 SKELLERN Squires Gate hosted bottom of the league Alsager in a big game at the bottom of the NWCFL Premier Division this Saturday. This was the first meeting this season of the two sides in a tie which last season produced a superb 7-2 win for Squires Gate.

Mark Buchan, in after several games out injured had the chance of a quick equaliser a minute later but his fancy backheel wasn’t strong enough and was collected by the keeper. In a busy first half Woods saved Gate inside the first 10 minutes from going behind further in a one on one. Gate had the next chance on 15 minutes when Buchan picked up a poor Gate made two changes to the clearance from the Alsager keeper. He starting 11 from last Tuesday’s win beat his man but Billy McKenna couldn’t away at Nelson. Alex Mckendrick came in for Anthony Stayte who was meet his cross at the back post. McKenunavailable and Mark Buchan came na made up for his miss on 37 minutes when he closed down the back pass to in for Ryan Tanser who dropped to the keeper. He scuffed his back pass the bench. which bounced off Billy McKenna and Gate made the worst possible start into the net. Gate could have taken the to the game and went behind after lead a minute later with the momentum just two minutes. Westwoods head. in their favour. Joe Noblet hit the crossbar from outside the box with a lovely After having a chance of their own curling shot before Billy McKenna couldfrom the corner, which the keeper n’t adjust is body far enough and shot did well to take away from Buchan and Colquhoun’s head’s the vistors over the bar. Alsager had the last chance broke forward. A strange decision to of the game when they played on with Gate stood still thinking the ball was out give a freekick to the away side on of play. Crofts burst past the static playthe half way line allowed them to ers and tried to curl the ball past Josh play the ball into the edge of the Woods but he pulled out a brilliant save box. He found the attackers feet who spun his marker and curled the to deny them. ball into the top corner.

Gate had some good spells of play in Alsager’s half at the start of the second half but couldn’t really penetrate Alsager’s defence.

Gate started the second half with an early corner in the first minute but the Alsager keeper did well to collect the ball off . Alex Mckendrick had a great chance to score his first of the season as he was sent through on goal but the Alsager keeper did well to smoother the ball at his feet.Alsager smelt blood in the last 10 minutes and put Gate under a lot of pressure. Unfortunately for Gate they made the pressure count. In the 89th minute a long ball down the right found the Alsager attacker who crossed the ball into the back post where Leigh Skellern tapped the ball in to win the game for Alsager.

Gate had a golden chance to equalise late on when Westwood took the ball down and fired a shot that rattled the crossbar.

Reported By Mark Ashmore

Pics byBy Albert Cooper Picture Albert Cooper

Saturday 12th March 2016

Wednesday 16th March 2016

AFC Liverpool v Abbey Hey

AFC Darwen v Congleton Town

Ashton Athletic v Nelson

Saturday 19th March 2016

Barnoldswick Town v Runcorn Linnets

Abbey Hey v Barnoldswick Town

Cammell Larid v AFC Darwen

AFC Darwen v Winsford United

Congleton Town v Silsden

AFC Liverpool v Nelson

Padiham v Atherton Collieries

Atherton Collieries v Runcorn Town

Runcorn Town v Alsager Town

Bootle v Padiham

Squires Gate v 1874 Northwich

Cammell Larid v AFC Blackpool

West Didsbury & Chorlton v Bootle

Colne v 1874 Northwich

Winsford United v Maine Road

Congleton Town v Squires Gate

Monday 14th March 2016

Runcorn Linnets v West Didsbury & Chorlton

Atherton Collieries v Runcorn Linnets

Silsden v Alsager Town

West Didsbury & Chorlton v Abbey Hey Tuesday 15th March 2016 1874 Northwich v Cammell Larid 1907 AFC Blackpool v Padiham Barnoldswick Town v Silsden Nelson v Colne

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0

2

0

0

2

0

0

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0

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30

0

0

0

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WOODS

4

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

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4

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0

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RICHARDS

31

0

0

2

0

0

2

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3

0

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39

0

0

0

0

MCKENNA

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2

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WESTWOOD

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28

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PENSWICK

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HALL

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7

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BUCHAN

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12

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BISHOP

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Mark Ashmore In our new feature, we ask Gate players and committee members what they would do with 10 minutes in given scenarios. This week we spoke to Mark Ashmore; ‘the media man’

IF YOU WERE TOLD YOU HAD 10 MINUTES TO LIVE. WHAT WOULD YOU DO FIRST? Rob a bank? I'm not sure, I’d probably eat all my favourite food like they do on death row!

IF YOU COULD SPEND 10 MINUTES IN HOUSE WHEN THEY WERE AWAY, WHOSE WOULD IT BE? Buckingham Palace probably.

IF YOU COULD PLAY FOR ANY TEAM FOR 10 MINUTES, WHICH TEAM WOULD YOU CHOOSE? Squires Gate of course! Last 10 minutes to come on a score the winning goal.

WHO WOULD YOU CHOOSE TO SPEND 10 MINUTES STUCK IN A LIFT WITH? Ian Holloway, what a man!

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY WERE YOUR BEST 10 MINUTES EVER? One of my many trips to Wembley with Blackpool or staying up at Ashton Athletic a couple of years ago or scoring 7 goal at Runcorn Town last year.

IF YOU COULD SPEND 10 MINUTES ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD, WHERE WOULD IT BE? New York.

Five RANDOM QUESTIONS WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE ABOUT YOURSELF? Probably the fact that I’m obsessed with football YOU ARE SITTING AT HOME WATCHING YOUR FAVOURITE TV SHOW AND SOMEBODY KNOCKS ON THE DOOR WHO ANSWERS? Not when football’s on. No one.

WHAT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR YOU TO GIVE UP? Football WHAT WAS THE LAST THING YOU BOUGHT? A red bull after an 11 hour shift on 5 hours sleep.

IF YOU WERE GIVEN THE POWER TO READ 1 PERSONS MIND - WHO WOULD YOU CHOOSE? God knows...

Five FIRST, WORST & BEST FIRST PERSON I WOULD PICK IN A PUB QUIZ TEAM? Albert, the man has vast knowledge FIRST THING I WOUD BUY IF I WON THE LOTTERY? Squires Gate FC (sorry Stuart)

WORST GAME I HAVE BEST GAME I HAVE EVER WATCHED? EVER WATCHED? There has been some bad ones in the last couple of years but I’ve tried to wipe them from memory.

Our away game at Colne was pretty impressive.

Or Blackpool’s 3-2 win against Cardiff to get us promoted at Wembley.

WORST PLACE IN THE BEST STADIUM IN WORLD? THE WORLD?

Central Drive on a Friday FIRST THING I DO IN THE night is a bit dodgy.

MORNING?

Anfiled was special, even better when we won there.

Check my phone.

BEST PLACE IN THE WORLD?

FIRST SONG I CAN REMEMBER SNGING? Not sure if I can remember to be honest. Pass.

MY WORST SUBJECT AT SCHOOL? I hated maths

WORST MEAL I HAVE EVER EATEN? Had a chicken and mushroom pizza walking back from a house party a few years ago, it didn't do

School Road, of course…

Goals, comebacks, and last minute penalty saves were all part of the picture painted by the seven games that survived the weather at the weekend.

Despite only four games being played in the Premier Division, the top three were all in action, and Runcorn Linnets stay at the top after a 3-1 win at home to Padiham.

After a team of Linnets volunteers worked hard to ensure the pitch passed an inspection, they suffered an early setback when Kieron Pickup put the visitors ahead in the 14th minute.

But Antony Hickey levelled for Linnets just after the half hour, and goals from Kyle Hamid and Ryan Cox in the last 13 minutes moved Linnets eight points clear at the top of the table, ahead of both Atherton Collieries and Colne.

Colls are second on goal difference, and had to settle for a goalless draw at AFC Liverpool, but there was a dramatic ending when the Reds were awarded a penalty in the last minute, when Colls keeper Danny Taberner was red carded for a professional foul.

Midfielder Dave Sherlock donned the goalkeeper’s gloves and earned his side a point with a fine diving save from the spot kick.

Colne bounced back from their disappointing defeat at Colls at the start of the week with a 2-1 win at Runcorn Town. A Joseph Gaughan opener and a Ben Hoskin penalty gave the Reds a two goal advantage at the break, which they until four minutes from the end, when a Paul Shanley spot kick reduced the deficit.

Alsager Town missed the opportunity to narrow the gap on their relegation rivals, and remain bottom of the table after falling to a single goal defeat at home to Maine Road, with Connor Hughes scoring the decisive goal a minute after the break for the visitors.

ALSAGER TOWN 3 FOGG 8 (PEN), LENNON 26,39 SUBS NOT USED

3 SQUIRES GATE TANSER 40,74, HIGHAM 68

HT 3-1

JOHNNSON

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WOODS

SMITH

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GIBSON

STUBBS

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HIGHAM

PENSWICK

FOGG

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MCKENDRICK (FERGUSON 68)

CLARKSON

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SMITH

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TROUT

COCKS

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7

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BROWN

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8

STAYTE

BROWN

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9

TANSER

LENNON

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10

NOBLET (BUCHAN 51)

SKELLERN

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HALL

Squires Gate travelled to bottom of Gate started the second half by making a the league Alsager for a big six point change bringing Mark Buchan on for Joe game on Tuesday night.

Noblet. Alsager had a chance to make it four on 54 minutes but Leigh Skellerns The two teams had met 10 games header was over the bar. ago with the game ending 2-1 after a Nathan Trout had the chance to equalise late winner for Alsager. Since then on 13 minutes but he headed the Gate hadn't played a game but AlFreekick up into the air and then fired sager had played twice since. They over the bar. lost both games and remained on the same points as when they beat Alsager made it 2-0 after 22 minutes.

Gate.

Josh Westwood slowing down to appeal Gate had to make a late change to the foul but the Alsager attacker carried the starting 11 when Alex Colqhoun on and squared the ball across the box was injured in the warm up. He was to the waiting man to make it two. Gate replaced by Alex Mckendrick. switched off at the back on 25 minutes Gate had two good Chances in the but luckily Alsager couldn't capitalise. opening 5 minutes but crosses from McKenna and Tabser from either Alsager scored a second after 34 side couldn't be met in the middle. minutes. Not strong enough from Gate Alsagers first flurry into the Gate half down the left hand side allowed Lennon produced a Freekick for the home to turn and shoot into the top corner. side. They fired the ball into the box Unfortunately for Gate the finish was a where an Alsager attacker just good one. flicked the ball off the crossbar and over.

Gate got a goal back just before half Alsager would take the lead soon time. Ryan Tanser thread through the after. A scramble in the box led to an middle of the defence bar again. Alex Alsager player going down between Mckendrick could have opened his goal two Gate players. He stepped up scoring for the season on 58 minutes but and converted the penalty to give he was judged to be offside after he the bottom side the lead. to beat the drifter in of the left hand side. Ryan centre backs. He saw the keeper off Tanser had the chance to add his second the line on the penalty spot to chip of the game but he shot wide one on the ball over him and into the back one with the keeper. Just minutes later of the net.

Mark Buchan had the chance to chip the keeper but he hit the ball the wrong side of the net.

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Gate chose to bring Ferguson on to replace Alex Mckendrick and the move worked wonders. Jake Higham moved to the left wing with Ferguson replacing him behind. Higham found himself running late into the box soon after the move to volley the ball home with his weaker right foot to give Gate hope.

That goal gave Gate a great amount of confidence and they made the pressure count on 74 minutes. Ryan Tanser in the right place at the right time to run into the box and volley the loose ball underneath the keeper to put Gate deservedly level.

Billy McKenna had two chances in the last 10 minutes to win the game but first his shot from the keepers clearance went over the bar. Then lovely build up play lead to him shooting over the bar.

Reported by Mark Ashmore

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THIS SEASON

CURRENT FORM

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W

D

L

F

A

27

16

4

7

60

47

PTS POS 52

4th

LAST 6 GAMES

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D

L

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6

3

0

3

10

9

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11th

14/15 RECORD

23 Jan

Barnoldswick Town (A)

L 1-2

02 Feb

Abbey Hey (H)

W 2-1

13 Feb

Ashton Athletic (A)

L 2-3

15 Feb

Runcorn Town (A)

W 2-0

27 Feb

Maine Road (A)

L 2-4

29 Feb

Winsford United (A)

W 3-0

Next 6 GAMES

HOME WINS:

10

DRAWS:

5

AWAY WINS:

11

DEFEATS:

4

POSITION:

3rd

Founded: 2012

Ground: Barton Stadium Capacity: 3,000 Chairman: Paul Stockton Manager: Ian Street

15/16 RECORD

15 Mar

Cammell Laird 1907 (H)

NWCFL

HOME WINS:

11

19 Mar

Colne (A)

NWCFL

DRAWS:

4

22 Mar

Silsden (H)

NWCFL

AWAY WINS:

6

28 Mar

Winsford United (H)

NWCFL

DEFEATS:

7

02 Apr

Padiham (A)

NWCFL

POSITION:

4th

05 Apr

Ashton Athletic (H)

NWCFL

Highest Attendance: 565 (Vs Runcorn Linnets 2014) FA Vase Progression: Third Round

It is probably something of a misnomer to describe the next few paragraphs as a history of our football club. After all, by its very definition, the word ‘history’ suggests that 1874 Northwich have a proud and glorious past that stretches over many years and its supporters can look back over past campaigns – good and bad – with a great deal of pride, nostalgia and fondness.

But actually, nothing can be further from the truth! You see, 1874 has only been in existence since the night of Thursday 15th November 2012 when disillusioned members of the then Northwich Victoria Supporters Trust voted overwhelmingly to form a new fans-run and democratically operated club.

For those who backed the move it was a heart-breaking decision as they had followed ‘The Vics’ loyally for many years, worked selflessly for the club and had shared in all its highs and lows. But numerous off the field sagas and financial controversies – which culminated in the loss of the hugely impressive Victoria Stadium – eventually lead the majority to decide that they could no longer identify themselves with the club that they had once loved and that something radical had to be done.

There was an overwhelming desire to bring the game of football back as the central focus, to re-build links with the people and businesses of Northwich and to put control of this new club into the hands of those people who ultimately would have its best interests at heart – the fans.

In keeping with its democratic structure, the name of the new club was decided upon by the members and is a conscious reference to the once proud heritage of the club that followers of 1874 used to follow. In a similar way, the club crest and colours are both a nod to the past but they are also sufficiently different to make it clear to all that 1874 is something different, something new.

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28 MAR 15:00 VS AFC BLACKPOOL

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1874 NORTHWICH 2 SQUIRES GATE 2

SATURDAY 21ST MARCH 2015 15:00

Squires Gate were on their travels again this weekend this time returning to Winsford where 1874 Northwich were the opponents.

Gate made the same trip two weeks ago when they drew 0-0 with Winsford. Gate opponents for today, 1874 Northwich are a fan owned club in their first year in the North West Counties Premier Division. This is the first time the clubs have met in the league. 1874 sit two places above Gate in third position on 60 points whilst Gate sit fifth on 55 points. Gate made two changes to the team that drew 1-1 with league leaders Runcorn Linnets during the week, Danny Penswick returning in place of Zach Clark from suspension and Alex McKendrick coming back onto the bench.

The game started at a quick pace with both teams looking to play with a quick tempo. 1874 had a good spell of pressure early on but could create noting due to a combination of good defending by Gate and a lack of a killer instinct meant they could find any way through. Gates first chance of the game came when Mark Buchan was fouled just outside the box and the striker would take the resulting free kick but could only find the wall. Gates next chance was the best of the opening 20, good link up play between D unn and Buchan but Dunn's ball across the box couldn't find a Gate man. Gates pressure would finally pay off when they would take the lead on the 25th minute. The ball thrown into the box and what seemed like a fairly easy catch for 1874 keeper Matt Conkie was made difficult when Alex Murphy got his head to the ball before Conkie could claim. Murphy's quick reactions then saw him take the ball down and slot into the empty net with Conkie grounded to score his 11th league goal of the season. That's how the two teams would go into half time, just the one goal separating them but both teams very much still in the game.

The second half came but didn't affect either team who both still went for the win. Gates passing accuracy and closing down will surely please the management team with this evident throughout the second half on what is a difficult pitch. Gate will also be happy with the ability shown to keep a team that has scored 60 goals so far this season quiet. Gate restricting the home side to mostly long range shots with Keeper Ben Fletcher not having much to do. Alex Murphy showed good vision five minutes into the second half when he found space on the right hand side of the box but before he could get a shot away 1874 defender Lee Duckworth cleared the ball off his toe.

Gate had a golden chance to make it 2-0 and possibly to wrap up the game. With 1874 pushing forward for the equaliser Gate caught them on the break 3 vs 3 and with the ball at his feet Harry Dunn chose to pass instead of shoot.. His ball found Mark Buchan but the

SQUIRES GATE 0 1874 NORTHWICH 1

SATURDAY 11TH APRIL 2015 15:00

It was the visitors that started the quicker and with just 30 seconds on the clock won a corner. Gate did well to deal with the threat of the early corner which was easily cleared. 1874 Northwich would see alot of the ball in the opening 10 minutes clearly with the intention of scoring early to put their mark on what would undoubtedly be a tight game. Gates first chance came after 15 minutes, Brett Ferguson bursting forward from left back unchallenged before releasing a rasping strike, unfortunately for the defender the wind caught his strike which sent the ball off target and behind for a goal kick. Minutes later Gate had another chance this time from Mark Buchan, after a nice chipped through ball from Alex Murphy, Buchan struggled to keep his shot down after hitting it first time and the ball flew over the cross bar. Gate almost made it hard work for themselves when Westwood's backwards header fell short of its target, luckily for the home side keeper Ben Fletcher was quick of his line to cut out any danger. The last chance of the first half would fall to Neil Chappell, the visitors midfielder riffled a shot towards goal but Fletcher got down well behind the ball to comfortably save what could have been a tricky shot.

The second half started much like the first ended both teams looking to get the ball forward and attack the game. Much like the last few games though Gate struggled to really keep possession of the ball often loosing the ball through simple mistakes and sloppy passes not finding a teammate. Gates only clear cut chance of the second half came when Josh Kay found his way into the box but his shot was pulled wide of the post. 1874 sub Wellstead had the chance to open the scoring with his first touch after coming on, but his shot like many others today went over the bar. Soon after Ben Fletcher made a quality save to deny the visitors but it would be the corner from is save that would produce the first goal. The ball crossed into the near post deflected off Brett Ferguson to score to unfortunate own goal.

Despite throwing extra men forward Gate couldn't find an equaliser. That's how the game would end this being only the third time Gate have lost at home this season.

1874 Northwich are currently 4th in the NWCFL Premier Division and have netted 60 goals this campaign. We take a look at their main threats and which players have played a big part this season.

Matt Beadle has netted 15 goals in 15 games, and will be looking to find the net again today. Matt Woolley has been the creator in midfield while Ryan Mitchell has been solid at the back.

Here is a little bit of information about the ones to watch.

MATT WOOLLEY An accomplished defender who has the ability to play in a number of positions, tough-tackling Ryan counts Winsford, Norton United, Alsager Town and Tranmere Rovers amongst his former clubs. His versatility resulted in him starting all but 8 of 1874’s 49 games last season.

So far in the 2015/16 season, Ryan has switched to play Centre Back more than his usual Full Back position but made this switch with ease, putting in quality performances earning high praise from the 1874 fans and that of the opposition.

Locally based Matt is an exciting prospect who was snapped up from reigning Mid-Cheshire League champions Knutsford towards the end of 2013. Matt - who is normally found occupying one of the central midfield berths - has also had spells at Witton Albion and most recently Congleton Town.

He has made 25 appearances this season but has only scored 1 goal.

However, he can boss the midfield and create chances.

Snapped up from fellow NWCFL Premier Division rivals Maine Road during the summer, Matt is a livewire and mobile striker who has already made an immediate impact by breaking the twenty goals barrier this term.

He also made 1874 history, scoring 4 times in a 9-0 FA Vase win over Wigan Robin Park, this meant that Matt became the first player to score a competitive hat-trick.

Matt has netted 15 goals in 15 games for 1874 this campaign.

LEAGUE APPS: 78

LEAGUE APPS: 65

LEAGUE APPS: 39

GOALS: 7

GOALS: 6

GOALS: 34

IAN STREET Appointed as 1874’s first ever manager in March 2013, 50 year old Ian has an impressive pedigree. Wigan born and bred, Ian started his career with his home-town club in the mid-eighties and went on to give great service for several Northwest based sides including Chorley, Horwich RMI, Bamber Bridge and Curzon Ashton. Horwich RMI provided the highlight of his career when the un-fancied Lancashire outfit beat Conference high-fliers Weymouth to lift the GMAC Cup in 1988.

Since graduating to the side lines, ‘Streety’ has guided a number of clubs including Warrington Town, Atherton LR and Winsford United where he guided the Barton Stadium outfit to victory in the North-West Counties Challenge Cup in 2011.

Ian recently signed a deal to remain as manager of 1874 until the end of the 2015/16 season.

JULY

Sun 5

15:00

Rishton FC

H

7-2

Friendly

Sun 12

15:00

Longsands FC

A

0-7

Friendly

Sun 06

14:15

Clifton Rangers

H

8-2

League

Thu 10

18:15

St Annes

H

9-0

League

Sun 20

14:15

Foxhall

A

2-5

League

Sun 27

14:15

Bispham Vipers

H

12-2

League

Sun 04

14:15

Euxton Villa

H

12-3

Cup

Sun 11

14:15

Lytham Juniors

A

2-5

League

Sun 18

14:15

Thornton Cleveleys Blues

A

2-10

League

Sun 25

14:15

Eccleston & Heskin

A

5-2

Cup

Sun 08

14:15

Thornton Blues

H

7-1

League

Sun 22

14:15

Lytham

A

2-6

League

14:15

BJ Vipers

H

9-1

League

Sun 14

14:15

Blackpool Rangers

H

9-0

League

Sun 28

14:15

St Annes

A

2-6

League

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

JANUARY Sun 31 FEBRUARY

Our under 13’s have not been action for a few weeks now and have slipped down to 3rd in the league.

However, they are through to the cup semi finals and are still unbeaten in the league. Mick Bishop has done a fantastic job this season, and will be looking to bring some silverware home for Gate this season.

Well done lads!

P

W

D

L

PTS

1

BJFF Blades

11

11

0

0

33

2

Foxhall

13

10

1

2

31

3

Squires Gate

9

9

0

0

27

4

BJFF Vipers

14

7

1

6

22

5

Lytham Juniors

11

6

1

4

19

6

Clifton Rangers

8

5

0

3

15

7

Thornton Cleveleys Blues

11

4

1

6

13

8

Poulton FC

6

4

0

2

12

9

St Annes

13

3

0

10

9

10

Foxhall Hoops

12

2

2

8

8

11

Fleetwood Gym

11

1

0

10

3

12

Blackpool Rangers

11

0

0

11

0

JULY Thur 23rd

19:00

Academica

H

0-2

Friendly

19:30

Bamber Bridge

A

A-A

League

Sat 5th

15:00

Padiham

A

4-0

League

Thu 10th

19:45

Colne

A

5-0

League

Wed 16th

19:45

Workington Town

A

2-1

Cup 1st Leg

Thurs 24th

19.30

Lancaster

A

3-4

League

Sat 26th

15:00

Lancaster City

H

4-3

League

19:30

AFC Fylde

A

3-0

League

Wed 4th

20:00

Workington Town

A

4-1

League

Thur 12th

20:00

Workington Town

H

1-5

Cup 2nd Leg

Thur 19th

19:45

Bamber Bridge

H

0-1

League

19:30

Colne

H

1-3

League

19:45

Bamber Bridge

A

5-1

League

Thur 11th

20:00

AFC Fylde

H

4-3

League

Thur 18th

19:45

Ashton Athletic

A

3-1

League

AUGUST Mon 31st SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER Fri 16th

NOVEMBER

December Thur 17th January Thur 21st February

P

W

D

L

F

A

GD

PTS

12

9

1

2

33

14

19

28

2 Colne

11

8

0

3

31

21

10

21

3 AFC Fylde

12

7

1

4

32

26

6

22

4 Workington

10

6

1

3

39

21

18

19

5 Ashton Athletic

9

4

0

5

25

27

-2

12

6 Bamber Bridge

11

3

0

8

19

30

-11

9

7 Skelmersdale United

9

3

0

6

13

25

-12

9

8 Squires Gate

10

3

0

7

16

31

-15

9

9 Nelson

8

1

1

6

12

24

-12

4

1

Padiham

AUGUST

Sat 8th

15:00

1874 Northwich

A

2-0

293

19th

NWCFL

Wed 12th

19:45

AFC Liverpool

A

1-0

131

19th

NWCFL

Sat 15th

15:00

Barton Town Old Boys

A

2-2

122

FA Cup EP

Tues 18th

19:45

Barton Town Old Boys

H

2-4

34

FA Cup EP R

Sat 22nd

15:00

Cammell Laird 1907

H

2-2

48

19th

NWCFL

Tues 25th

19:45

Atherton Collieries

H

3-4

150

21st

NWCFL

Sat 29th

15:00

Barnoldswick Town

A

3-0

109

22nd

NWCFL

Tues 1st

19:45

Nelson

H

2-2

105

21st

NWCFL

Sat 5th

15:00

Irlam

H

2-2

37

FA Vase Q1

Tues 8th

19.45

Irlam

A

2-3

80

FA Vase Q1R

Sat 12th

15:00

Ashton Athletic

H

0-0

49

21st

NWCFL

Wed 16th

19:45

AFC Darwen

A

1-1

167

21st

NWCFL

Sat 19th

15:00

Congleton Town

H

1-2

69

21st

NWCFL

Tues 22nd

19:45

Colne

H

1-4

105

21st

NWCFL

Sat 26th

15:00

Runcorn Town

A

5-0

88

21st

NWCFL

Sat 3rd

15.00

Winsford United

H

0-2

36

Wed 7th

19:45

Padiham

A

0-1

149

21st

NWCFL

Sat 10th

15:00

Bootle

A

5-1

129

21st

NWCFL

Tues 13th

19:45

Silsden

H

3-1

45

21st

NWCFL

Sat 17th

15:00

West Didsbury

H

0-4

46

21st

NWCFL

Mon 19th

19:45

Atherton Collieries

A

5-2

208

21st

NWCFL

Sat 24th

15:00

Maine Road

A

1-5

41

Sat 31st

15.00

Padiham

H

3-2

70

20th

NWCFL

Tues 3rd

19:45

AFC Darwen

H

6-3

102

19th

NWCFL

Sat 21st

15:00

West Didsbury

A

3-0

112

20th

NWCFL

Sat 28th

15.00

Colne

H

2-5

40

15:00

Maine Road

H

0-5

60

21st

NWCFL

Sat 2nd

15:00

Barnoldswick Town

H

2-1

68

19th

NWCFL

Sat 9th

15.00

Maine Road

A

3-1

87

19th

NWCFL

Sat 23rd

15.00

Abbey Hey

A

3-1

68

19th

NWCFL

Sat 30th

15.00

AFC Liverpool

H

3-1

95

19th

NWCFL

Sat 13th

15:00

Colne

A

0-0

150

19th

NWCFL

Tues 16th

19:45

Nelson

A

1-3

42

18th

NWCFL

Sat 27th

15:00

Alsager Town

H

1-2

68

19th

NWCFL

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER FA Vase Q2

MU Cup R2

NOVEMBER

MU Cup R3

DECEMBER Sat 19th

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

Tues 8th

19:45

Alsager Town

A

3-3

70

19th

NWCFL

Sat 12th

15:00

1874 Northwich

H

NWCFL

Sat 19th

15:00

Congleton Town

A

NWCFL

Tues 22nd

19:45

Winsford United

H

NWCFL

Sat 26th

15;00

Cammell Laird 1907

A

NWCFL

Mon 28th

15:00

AFC Blackpool

H

NWCFL

Sat 2nd

15:00

Abbey Hey

H

NWCFL

Sat 9th

15:00

Winsford United

A

NWCFL

Tues 12th

19:45

Bootle

H

NWCFL

Sat 16th

15:00

Runcorn Linnets

A

NWCFL

Sat 23rd

15:00

Runcorn Town

H

NWCFL

Sat 30th

15:00

Ashton Athletic

A

NWCFL

15:00

TBC

TBC

NWCFL

APRIL

MAY Sat 7th

P

W

D

L

F

A

GD

PTS

1

Runcorn Linnets

28

22

0

6

69

24

45

66

2

Atherton Collieries

27

19

4

4

84

44

40

61

3

Colne

26

19

4

3

66

30

36

52

4

1874 Northwich

27

16

4

7

60

47

13

49

5

West Didsbury & Chorlton

30

16

1

13

61

51

10

47

6

Bootle

30

13

8

9

62

57

5

45

7

Maine Road

33

14

3

16

62

64

-2

43

8

Runcorn Town

29

13

4

12

60

49

11

42

9

Abbey Hey

28

12

6

10

50

48

2

39

10

AFC Liverpool

31

10

9

12

75

76

-1

38

11

Ashton Athletic

27

10

8

9

42

36

6

38

12

Barnoldswick Town

27

11

5

11

56

48

5

36

13

Congleton Town

25

10

6

9

48

45

3

35

14

Nelson

27

10

5

12

50

46

4

35

15

Winsford United

30

9

8

13

48

68

-20

35

16

Cammell Laird 1907

29

9

7

13

54

60

-6

34

17

Padiham

26

8

4

14

50

58

-8

28

18

AFC Darwen

27

7

6

14

55

82

-27

27

19

Squires Gate

28

7

6

15

40

68

-28

27

20

Silsden

26

5

7

14

36

64

-28

22

21

AFC Blackpool

24

5

6

13

40

63

-23

21

22

Alsager Town

29

4

5

20

39

76

-37

17

P

W

D

L

F

A

GD

PTS

1

Workington

40

27

9

4

86

28

58

90

2

Mossley

40

27

7

6

91

38

53

88

3

Vauxhall GM

40

26

7

7

92

40

52

85

4

Newcastle Town

40

25

9

6

86

33

53

84

5

Kidsgrove Athletic

40

24

7

9

90

47

43

79

6

Prescot Cables

40

21

8

10

78

44

34

72

7

Skelmersdale United

40

21

5

11

82

48

34

71

8

St Helens Town

40

22

11

13

77

58

19

71

9

Leeks Country School

40

14

7

15

52

58

-6

53

10 Salford City

40

15

5

18

63

73

-10

52

11

40

15

7

20

67

56

11

50

12 Ramsbottom United

40

14

6

19

52

63

-11

49

13 Maine Road

40

14

5

20

50

71

-21

48

14 Rossendale United

40

14

6

21

59

81

-22

47

15 Nantwich Town

40

12

6

22

54

68

-14

42

16 Glossop North End

40

12

6

22

53

81

-28

42

17 Cheadle Town

40

12

6

22

56

97

-41

42

18 Atherton Laburnum Rovers

40

10

9

21

45

73

-28

39

19 Atherton Collieries

40

9

7

24

50

88

-38

34

20 Bootle

40

9

7

24

41

84

-43

34

21

40

4

3

33

21

116

-95

15

Clitheroe

Holker Old Boys

P

W

D

L

F

A

GD

PTS

1

Fleetwood Freeport

36

21

8

7

102

34

68

71

2

Abbey Hey

36

20

6

10

70

35

35

66

3

Squires Gate

36

17

14

5

53

31

22

65

4

Warrington Town

36

18

9

9

82

46

36

63

5

Woodley Sports

36

17

10

9

61

38

23

61

6

Castleton Gabriels

36

17

10

9

72

57

15

61

7

Formby

36

17

7

12

81

60

21

58

8

Darwen

36

13

12

11

64

53

11

51

9

Chadderton

36

11

17

8

42

38

4

50

10 Tetley Walker

36

14

8

14

62

64

-2

50

11

36

11

14

11

47

61

-14

47

12 Daisy Hill

36

12

9

15

51

62

-11

45

13 Nelson

36

11

11

14

51

49

2

44

14 Curzon Ashton

36

12

7

17

56

58

-2

43

15 Maghull

36

11

10

15

50

70

-20

43

16 Colne

36

11

7

18

54

71

-17

40

17 Ashton Town

36

11

6

19

35

59

-24

38

18 Oldham Town

36

5

7

24

34

99

-65

22

19 Blackpool Mechanics

36

4

6

26

39

121

-82

18

Bacup Borough

Matthew Phillips

We spoke to Swansea and Wales fan Matthew Phillips about recently ‘completing the 92’ and asked After visiting all 92 Football League clubs, what would you say has been the best ground you have visited?

I would say the best ground out of the 92 is The Emirates, it looks different to the usual ‘new grounds’ around. It’s just a shame that the atmosphere is always lacking.

Do you remember the score from the first game and ground you visited?

My first ground was with the Swans, a 2-0 defeat at Yeovil Town’s Huish Park.

What encouraged you to start your adventures?

Well I never initially started out to go to all 92 grounds, I was just lucky enough to start following the Swans away when we made our rise from League 2, so I got to about 75 after our first season in the Premier League (Colchester, Chesterfield & Rotherham had all new grounds by then too.)

Having seen a lot of games in your time, what has been the best game you have ever watched live?

Best game (non Swansea) would have to be Brazil 1-7 Germany in the World Cup semi final. It was so surreal, Brazil were 5-0 down at half time and their fans were crying. The whole ground was in shock.

Have you ever witnessed memorable moments for clubs you’ve visited?

Probably my favourite ever moment following the Swans has to be the goal from Darren Pratley from the halfway line against Nottingham Forest in the play off semi final 2nd leg. We were under a lot of pressure for a while and the Liberty just erupted when the ball hit the net. We were going to Wembley. But there have been quite a few others, winning 3-0 away to Valencia in Europe, beating Chelsea away in the League Cup, getting promoted to the Prem and seeing us lift the League Cup. What has been the best goal you have ever seen?

There has been a few, but Lee Trundle’s at the Millennium Stadium when we won the LDV Vans Trophy (JPT) If you were to pick a 5 a side team of 5 players that you’ve seen live. Who would you pick?

Manuel Neuer, Ashley Williams, David Silva, Gareth Bale and Lionel Messi.

Do you have any favourite grounds?

Craven Cottage, I like their ground setting, and there aren’t many like that anymore. Arena Amazonian in Manaus is an impressive stadium.

Which grounds are you looking forward to visiting this year?

Well I will be heading to France to watch Wales in the Euros so I’m looking forward to that whole experience. Maseille is one.

West Ham’s Olympic Stadium will be one for next season.

If you were a manger of a 5 a side team, and had to pick 5 players that you’ve seen live. Who would you pick ?

Never, Ashley Williams, David Siva, Bale and Messi Do have any favourite grounds?

Craven Cottage, I liked their ground, setting and there aren’t many like that anymore. Arena Amazonian in Manaus Impressive Stadium If you were to pick a ‘dream team’ made up of 11 players you’ve watched in your time. Who would you pick?

Never (Germany/Bayern), Lahm (Germany), Ashley Williams (Swansea/Wales), Vincent Kompany (Belgium/Man City, Cafu (Brazil), Ferrie Bodde ( Swansea), Leon Britton (Swansea), David Silva (Man City), Bale (Wales/Spurs) Messi (Argentina/ Barcelona), Neymar (Brazil/Barcelona) How many games have you watched abroad? What was you favourite one?

I've watched loads of games abroad, in over 30 different countries. Favourite one has to be Israel 0-3 Wales. We totally deserved the win that night and it was the moment I believed that we could qualify

Jack Owen What were your expectations before the season started? Have these been met so far?

My expectations before the season started was a top 4 finish, with the number of high quality teams in this league there are no easy games, last season we finished 3rd place so anything close to that would of been a success, also going far in a cup would of been a bonus.

What has been the best game you have seen this season?

Our 5-0 win at Alsager Town was the most pleasing as it was a totally dominant performance which could of ended in double figures, however the best has to be Congleton Town away, 4-1 down with 20 minutes to go and managed to pull it back in the last few minutes, the fans were brilliant that night, really stuck with the lads.

Who has the best opposition at the Barton Stadium this season?

Runcorn Linnets, they were solid all over the pitch and had a good way of playing the game, we had injuries but they just looked very comfortable and it backed up why everyone choose them as pre-season title favourites.

Any 1874 players that have impressed you this season that Gate fans should watch out for?

Ryan Jackson has got all the fans talking this season, he made a step up from Rudheath Social to 1874 In the summer, he's got pace, skill and goals, a real quality player who recently signed contract terms with us to remain beyond this season. Also the front pair of Matt Beadle and Mike Brandon are always in and around the goals, both link up well and have scored 38 goals between them.

What is the best goal you have ever seen? (Live and in general from any league Sticking with the 1874 theme, Jamie Roe for Maine Road scored a brilliant overhead kick earlier this season and last season AFC Blackpool's Kurt Willoughby scored from the half way line in what was a amazing goal.

If you could sign 3 PL players for 1874 Northwich on a free transfer? Who would you sign and why?

My team would be: Edwin van der Sar, Vincent Kompany, Yaya Toure, Matt Beadle and Matty Ward What areas of the squad need improving if any?

Couldn't really pick a position that needs improving, just a bit more consistency and we should be fine to push for the highest finish possible.

What are the ambitions for the rest of the campaign?

To match or beat last seasons finish of 3rd and to get to the final of the Mid Cheshire Senior

Stuart Hopwood Looking forward to Euro 2016, chairman Stuart Hopwood tells us who he would take to France, who he thinks will be key for England and who would make his starting 11.

GOALKEEPERS

MY STARTING XI:

Joe Hart

1

Jack Butland

HART

Fraser Forster DEFENDERS

2

4

5

3

CLYNE

STONES

CAHILL

BAINES

7

8

6

11

MILNER

HENDERSON

ALLI

STERLING

Nathaniel Clyne Phil Jagielka Eric Dier Gary Cahilll John Stones Chris Smalling Danny Rose Leighton Baines MIDFIELDERS Adam Lallana Andros Townsend Jordan Henderson Dele Alli James Milner Theo Walcott Raheem Sterling Alex Oxlaide Chamberlain FORWARDS Daniel Sturridge Wayne Rooney Jamie Vardy Harry Kane

10 ROONEY 9 VARDY

WHO WILL BE KEY? Joe Hart He’s a top keeper and has the experience in big tournaments now. Miles better than some of the ones we’ve had in the past and is definitely the best English keeper around at the minute. I’d be surprised if he doesn’t start every game in the Euro’s.

Gary Cahill He’s a solid defender, takes no nonsense and will lead the defence. We need someone to fill in Terrys position and Cahill can do just that I think. Him and John Stones will be a good partnership for England at the back.

Jamie Vardy Without a doubt, he has been the best English striker this season and needs the chance to prove himself on the big stage. Especially with the injuries we have at the moment, he can definitely step up to fill in for Rooney. I’d like to see him up front with Harry Kane.

HOW FAR WILL WE GO? Semi finals I’m confident in our younger players, and we have a good mix of experience. If we can hit the ground running, gain some confidence ready for the bigger games then we can take on anyone. It just depends which team turns up on the day, but I’d be delighted with reaching the semi finals.

29TH FEBRUARY 2016

27TH FEBRUARY 2016

WINSFORD UNITED 0

MAINE ROAD 4

1874 NORTHWICH 3

1874 NORTHWICH 2

15TH FEBRUARY 2016

13TH FEBRUARY 2016

RUNCORN TOWN 0

ASHTON ATHLETIC 3

1874 NORTHWICH 2

1874 NORTHWICH 2

2ND FEBAUARY 2016

23RD JANURARY 2016

1874 NORTHWICH 2

BARNOLDSWICK TOWN 2

ABBEY HEY 1

1874 NORTHIWCH 1

19TH DECEMBER 2015 BOOTLE 2 1874 NORHTWICH 3

5TH DECEMBER 2015 ATHERTON COLLIERIES 3 1874 NORTHWICH 1

1ST DECEMBER 2015

12th September 2015

ABBEY HEY 0

AFC DARWEN 3

1874 NORTHWICH 1

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2ND FEBRUARY 2016

29TH FEBRUARY 2016

8TH AUGUST 2015

1874 NORTHWICH 2

WINSFORD UNITED 0

1874 NORTHWICH 2

ABBEY HEY 1

1874 NORTHWICH 3

SQUIRES GATE 0

14TH NOVEMBER 2015

27TH FEBRURAY 2016

11TH APRIL 2015

1874 NORTHWICH 4

MAINE ROAD 4

SQUIRES GATE 0

NELSON 2

1874 NORTHIWCH 2

1874 NORTHWICH 1

3RD NOVEMBER 2015

15TH FEBRUARY 2016

21 MARCH 2015

1874 NORTHWICH 1

RUNCORN TOWN 0

1874 NORTHWICH 2

WEST DIDSBURY & CHORLTON 0

1874 NORTHWICH 2

SQUIRES GATE 2

24TH OCTOBER 2015

13TH FEBURAY 2016

23RD OCTOBER 2013

1874 NORTHWICH 4

ASTHON ATHLETIC 3

SQUURES GATE 1

WINSFORD UNITED 0

1874 NORTHWICH 2

1874 NORTHWICH 4

17TH OCTOBER 2015

23RD JANURAY 2016

1874 NORTHIWCH 2

BARNOLDSWICK TOWN 2

BARNOLDSWICK TOWN 1

1874 NORTHWICH 1

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47 AVERAGE GOALS PER GAME

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WHO’S IN CHARGE? Andy Alston

LAST SEASON SQUIRES GATE 1 CONGLETON TOWN 1 Gate made the worst possible start to the game as after just two minutes into the first half they were behind. A mix up between Ferguson and Westwood at the back led to the foul on the Congleton attacker. From the free kick Congleton striker Scott McGowan found himself in acres of space to easily finish to put the visitors into a 2 minute lead. It would be fair to say that the visitors started the better of the two as they went on to control the next 15 minutes of the game. It was after 20 minutes that Gate came back into the game chances for both Mckenna and Buchan but neither really tested Eve in net. After a good 10 minute spell of play by Gate Congleton again came back into the game and finished the half the better team. Congleton would put together some lovely passing moves knocking the ball around with confidence but didn't really test Fletcher in net for Gate for the rest of the first half.

The second half was a closer affair with Gate coming back into the game as the half continued. Gate seemed to look to utilise their wide men more in the second half trying to get in behind Congleton's backline. Congleton's midfield though were winning the important battles in the middle constantly winning the second balls to counter Gates attack. One positive on show for the home side though was their willingness and determination not to give up. The persistence in attack and threat throughout the second half from the home side was something to be applauded by all. Gate's hard work would pay off as they mounted the pressure in the last 10 minutes. Gate manager Dave McCann brought himself onto the pitch with 10 minutes left to lead the line and change the game for Gate. The introduction of the manager coincided with a change of style for Gate as they looked to deliver the ball long from deep.

Alongside Centre back Josh Westwood, now pushed up front, Gate possessed plenty to aim for in the box. It was McCann who had a golden chance to equalise for Gate with 4 minutes left on the clock, but his first time volley went high over the bar much to the dismay of the crowd. With literally the last kick off the game Gate would get there reward for the hard work put in. The ball fired into the area fell to Centre back Josh Westwood on the edge of the box quick footwork and clever thinking from the defender saw him slip the ball through to Ashley Rowley inside the box . The winger, making his first start since signing, ran clear in the box and slotted his shot past the keeper to rescue a deserved point for Squires Gate.

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Everton vs Chelsea (FAC QF)

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Blackburn Rovers vs Leeds United

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Bolton Wanderers vs Preston North End

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Rochdale vs Bury

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Your Prediction

Name

Team

Pts

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Ben Fletcher

Squires Gate

40

2

Daniel Hayden

Squires Gate

40

3

Peter Naylor

Barnoldswick Town

40

4

Spencer Leader

Squires Gate

40

5

Andy Richards

Squires Gate

35

6

Joe Duckworth

Winsford United

35

7

Jay Hayden

Squires Gate

35

8

Mark Halliwell

Irlam

35

9

Peter Jones

West Didsbury & Chorlton

35

10

Steve Palmer

Squires Gate

35

11

Ben Metcalfe

Colne

30

12

Stuart Hopwood

Squires Gate

30

13

Albert Cooper

Squires Gate

25

14

Brett Ferguson

Squires Gate

25

15

Brian Addison

Squires Gate

25

16

Danny Penswick

Squires Gate

25

17

Denise Gibson

Squires Gate

25

18

Ian Woodward

Alsager Town

25

19

Joe Noblet

Squires Gate

25

20

John Maguire

Squires Gate

25

21

Josh Kay

Barnsley

25

22

Mark Ashmore

Squires Gate

25

23

Mark Morrissey

Irlam

25

24

Mick Fletcher

Colne

25

25

Paul Eke

Gateshead

20

26

Paul Smith

AFC Liverpool

20

27

Ste Bignall

Runcorn Linnets

20

28

Ash Rowley

Squires Gate

15

29

Chris Appleton

Winsford United

15

30

Peter Barton

Ashton Athletic

15

31

Ray Richards

Squires Gate

15

32

Tony Emmott

Padiham

15

FOOTBALL LEAGUE SCRAMBLE Can you unscramble the letters to find the names of these British clubs?

WATCHMEN LENT HO TWENTY CROON UP

REWRITTEN BONA UNTWISTED ACNE EL LOW NUT NOT TOMBS WRY GIN KEYSTONES MOLD INN CHICORY TWIN PHANTOMS OUT UNDERCLOTHES CITE Can you unscramble these Premier League players?

HAZIER DRY AM HONDA IGLOO I HEELERS HUG MOO TOYED RYE EN DIGEST COO A HARK RYE AN WATCH EL TOOT DICE I ERR JIVE YARD MA HANDY GRAM RAN

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Club Information

Chairman Stuart Hopwood Secretary Ben FLETCHER

Jack COOKSON

Joshua WOODS

Greg HALL

Andrew RICHARDS

Matthew BEADLE

Billy MCKENNA

Micheal BRANDON

Joshua WESTWOOD

Neil CHAPPELL

Daniel PENSWICK Brett FERGUSON Alex MCKENDRICK

Mark BUCHAN

Craig FARNWORTH Referee Daniel Issawi

Ashley ROWLEY

Steven HIGGINS Ryan RILEY Joe NOBLET

Arron KIRK

Ryan MITCHELL

Michael HALL

Aaron CLARKE

Louis JAMES

Dilan LOMAS

Alex COLQUHOUN

Nathan TROUT

Ryan JACKSON

George RILEY Assistant Referees James Sedley Philip Howard

Ashley SCOTT Daniel THOMAS Stuart TULLOCH Matthew WARD Stuart WELLSTEAD

Antony STAYTE

Jack WOOLLEY

Tarran MOXON

Matthew WOOLLEY (C)

Ryan TANSER Jacob HIGHAM

John Maguire Treasurer John Stokes Manager Daniel Penswick Assistant Manager Brian Penswick Reserves Manager Andy Collins Under 13’s Manager Mick Bishop Groundsman Brian Addison Mark Ashmore

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