Tom Highmore

Tom has returned to FCCY after spending the early part of the season at Larkhall Athletic in Bath.

Welcome back mate.....oh, can u get your brother to come as well?????

Training

Training will be once a week from now on, on a TUESDAY from 7pm until 8.30pm at Stanley Park.

This is to reduce running costs. Subs etc remain the same.

January Fixtures

All 2.15 ko unless stated


Sat 3rd
1sts at Shrewton United Res
2nds HOME v Swindon Irons
3rds HOME v Westfield FC

Sat 10th
1sts at Calne Town Res
2nds HOME v Ramsbury
3rds HOME v North Bradley 1.45 (Spring Cup)

Sat 17th
1sts HOME v Bromham 1.45 (Wiltshire League Senior Cup) Quarter-Final
2nds @ Wilton Town
3rds at Bratton Res

Sat 24th
1sts HOME v Melksham Town Res
2nds no game
3rds HOME v Foresters FC

Sat 31st
1sts at Corsham Town Res
2nds HOME v Pembroke
3rds at The Stiffs

Xmas Meal

This was held at The Old Lane on pewsham on Saturday 20th December. Over 40 players and a few wives, gf's etc were there and had an extremely good ( and well-behaved) night. The fact that the 1sts and 2nds had won earlier in the day probably helped! (3rds didnt play).

When I get them, I will post a pic or 3.

3rds result

The only game the 3rds have had recently was on the 29th November at Home v The Stiffs. A polished performance resulted in a 6-3 win, with goals from Adam Coutts (2), Sean Huxtable (first for the club), Tommy O'Cain, Mark Kmiec and Mick Austin from the bench.



Sadly all the other games were called off!

Results - 2nds

On 6th December, the 2nds travelled to swindon to play champions elect Greenmeadow. In an extremely close game, FCCY went down 1-2, Chris McConnell scoring his first for the club.

Then on the 20th, we travelled to Castle Combe and despite them fielding many of their 1st team players, recorded a very welcome 4-0 win. The goals came from Dan Clements (his 1st since returning to FCCY), Brett Partner, Dave Nolan and Mat Spear (also his first since his return).

Results- 1st team

Nov 29th - In a feisty game, FCCY beat Trowbridge Town 2-1. Excellent performance against a team that were probably the most unpleasant we have played against in a year or so. It was very enjoyable to get the points at least! Pepe Petrov and Mark Nolan put us 2-0 up before a late goal from the opponents made it a bit tense at the finish.

We then had a series of postponements due to the weather, eventually playing on the 20th December at Pewsey Vale. After a very slow start, we went a goal down. Then some 25 minutes into the game, we started to get the ball down and play, creating numerous chances, eventually converting a smashing move on the stroke of half-time, Pepe Petrov starting and finishing the move.

The 2nd half started with a bang, Aaron Merryweather scoring within the first 30 seconds of the re-start. Church then made it 3-1, before a scrambled goal from Pewsey came in reply. FCCY continued to play some brilliant stuff and were rewarded with a penalty from Mark Nolan and another great goal from Pepe. Several other chances were spurned, but we were very happy with a 5-2 away win.

Fixtures up to xmas

sat 29th Nov

1sts HOME v Trowbridge Town Res ko 2.15
3rds HOME v The Stiffs ko 2.30

sat 6th Dec

1sts HOME v Westside ko2pm
2nds @ Greenmeadow ko2pm
3rds HOME v Foresters ko2.15

sat 13th Dec

1sts HOME v Bromham (League Cup Quarter Final) ko 1.30
3rds HOME v North Bradley ko 2.15

sat 20th Dec

1sts @ Pewsey Vale ko 2pm
2nds @ Castle Combe Res ko2pm
3rds HOME v Mere Town YDT ko2.15

Results 22 november

The 1sts went to high flying New College and despite creating much the better chances, somehow managed to lose 2-6. With 8 mins to go it was 0-6! Jack missed a penalty, then Joner scored and Jack then got one, finding it easier with defenders to beat as well...lol

The 2nds drew 1-1 at home to Chiseldon and were a tad unlucky not to win. Questionable club linesman was involved sadly. The goal came from Rich Callaway (his 3rd in as many games).

The 3rds drew 2-2 at Steeple Ashton Res. Dave Nolan got both on his debut.

50 Appearances

In the time that my PC has been sick, the following players have reached the 50 appearance landmark:

Mat Pike, Mat Webb, Alex Orledge and Mick Austin.


Congratulation to them all.

Upcoming fixtures

22nd November:

1sts at New College 2.15
2nds Home v Chiseldon 2.15
3rds at Steeple Ashton Res 2.30

29th November:

1sts Home v Trowbridge Town Res 2.15 ******* A CROWD WOULD BE WELCOME!! ******
3rds Home v The Stiffs 2.30

Overview of where we stand!

The 1sts are now 16th (of 17), after the win at Bromham. It is fair to say the results havent been as kind to us as they could have been, and a climb up the table is possible, if we can start to take advantage when on top in games.

Target: 8th to 10th

The 2nds are 9th of 13. Again, we are doing ok, and could finish anywhere between 4th and 11th, in what is a tight division.

Target: 6th.

The 3rds are doing great, currently 4th of 10, with some help from the odd 1st or 2nd team player helping to secure some excellent results (2-1 wins at Calne Eagles and Westfield this month for instance).

Target: 5th.

Forester seals bottom club's joy

Bottom club FC Chippenham Youth took the honours in the Wilts Premier Division with a 2-1 away win at Bromham. Delighted Chippenham boss Steve Manifold said "it was no fluke, we deserved to win, the lads worked hard put themselves about and everybody did their bit". After a goal less first half the visitors took the lead with a good strike from Mark Nolan. Chippenham continued to have the edge but mid way through the half Bromham sub Scott Askew came off the bench to equalise for the home side. With five minutes to go Jack Forester netted with a powerful free kick to give the bottom club a deserved three points.


As published in the Sunday Independent -16th Nov 2008

3rds @ North Bradley - 15th nov

NORTH Bradley remain in second spot after beating FC Chippenham Youth A 6-2.
Adam Coutts put Chippenham in front after 15 minutes only for Mike Spong to equalise from the restart. Bradley then went in front after good work down the right finished with Pete Stephenson heading home a cross, giving the Chippenham goalkeeper no chance. It became 3-1 on the stroke of half-time with a tap in by Darren Lawes. The second period saw Bradley pushing for more goals and they scored their fourth on the hour mark as Mike Spong grabbed his second. Two minutes later Richard Callaway made it 4-2 as he netted from close range for Chippenham. With ten minutes left Mike Spong completed his hat-trick after an error in the Chippenham defence. Goal number six came with the last kick of the match as Pete Stephenson scored his second goal.

Gaffer is back!

Ive had PC probs, so havent been able to update anything, but I'm back!

Simon Manifold - 100 Appearances

Congratulations to Si on becoming the 4th player to reach the 100 appearance milestone for the club. Sadly, he wont be adding to this total for a while, as he has returned to uni.

Results 27sep & 4 oct

1st team lost 1-5 at Purton Res, Church getting a late consolation. Then lost 0-3 at Bradford Town Res, going 3 down before deciding to play. Things must get better.

The 2nds beat Castle Combe Res 4-1, Mick Austin 2, Garry Lock and Craig Ewles (1st goal for FCCY). This was followed by a 0-6 reverse against Moredon Cheney in the Junior Cup. Improvement will be needed as the 2nds face the same opposition in the league this week.

The 3rds had a welcome 4-2 win against a weak Steeple Ashton Res side with goals from Josh Hodges 2 (1st for the club) John Cole (also 1st for the club) and Tommy O'Cain. This was followed by a 0-6 beating v Westwood, who will probably be looking at winning this league.

Upcoming Fixtures

All games 3pm Kick-off.


Sat 27th sep - 1sts @ Purton Res
2nds HOME v Castle Combe Res
3rds HOME v Steeple Ashton Res

sat 4th october - 1sts @ Melksham Town Res
2nds HOME v Moredon Cheney in League Junior Cup
3rds HOME v Westwood Saturday FC

sat 11th october - 1sts HOME v Downton FC (From Wessex Div 1 - 1 level higher than us in Wiltshire County Senior Cup)
2nds @ Moredon Cheney
3rds @ Stiffs

sat 18th october - 1sts no game
2nds HOME v Wilton Town
3rds HOME v Bratton Res

sat 25th october - 1sts HOME v Calne Town Res
2nds @ Byrons Wanderers
3rds @ Mere Town YDT

Results 20th sep

Another bad day for results.

The 1sts lost 2-3 at home v Warminster Town Res (yes, the team we beat 8-0 away 2 weeks before!). The away side were back to full strength and we had a few missing, but it really wasnt a good day at all.

Si Manifold got caught in possession (with no passing options) and this was then compounded by poor marking from the eventual cross to make it 0-1. This was quickly followed by a handling error by Webby in goal, and the player standing a yard off the line behind him (YES HE WAS OFFSIDE) made it 0-2.

After 30 minutes, we decided to play a bit and Church came close to pulling 1 back before a superb direct free-kick from Fraser Shaw-Morris reduced the deficit. This was his first for the club in his last game for a while, as he is back to University now. This was soon followed by a shove on Joner, which allowed Foz to score from the spot. 2-2 at half time.

The 2nd half started with FCCY on top but unable to score and the game becoming increasingly farcical due to the antics of the referee, which left both benches looking at each other and scratching our heads in amazement. After another shocking decision Pikey was sent off (despite him being fouled - as admitted by the Warminster player) and then with 10 minutes left a Warminster player handled in our box and they got a penalty. Yes, I dont understand that either! Anyway, that was it 2-3.

A decent game ruined by the man your not supposed to notice - 3 yellows per team and 1 red, despite there not being a single bad foul or problem. So our record of 1 yellow in 6 matches is blown to bits. Thanks.


The 2nds lost 0-3 at Chiseldon. After a bright opening 30 minutes, poor marking at a corner allowed them to take the lead. Sam Legg-Bagg, Mick Austin and Mark Nolan all had chances to level things but failed. In the 2nd half a lapse of concentration allowed the 2nd goal. This was followed by further chances being missed by Mick and Mark, and then a late 3rd goal. Even then , Mark had a great shot saved. Overall the team played well and things will get better!

The 3rds had the misfortune of a division one side in a cup game for the 2nd week running. Yet again a side of youngsters and a few old men battled hard and showed great attitude, commitment and discipline. The final score of 0-9 was a tad harsh, and didnt look likely until late on, when a few of the players ran out of steam. The team were praised (same as last week) by the Referee for their attitude and behaviour - well done guys.

Pikey reaches 50

Mat Pike (Club Captain) and regular 1st team player, reached his 50th appearance for the club on saturday, in the 2nds at KMLC. Well done mate.

Training

Training will start at 6.30 until further notice!

Still at Stanley Park.

See you there.......

Results - 13th sep

The 1sts lost 1-3 at home to Westbury United Res. Despite playing the vast majority of the football, the visitors long ball tactics caused far too many problems for the managements liking. After being 2 down, Church scored with 10 minutes left and FCCY pummelled the visitors and on 5 occasions just missed out on a finishing touch to equalise. Then to rub salt in an 80 yard "pass" resulted in the visitors 3rd with the last kick of the game.

The 2nds lost 0-2 at KMLC, in a tight game that could have gone the other way with better finishing.

The 3rds played their first game of the season away at Division 1 The Deverills in the A&B Cup. Very little was expected of them, and they performed creditably eventually losing 0-6. The following report on the league website was penned by the opposition:

"THE Deverills were also in the mood for goals and notched up six without reply against a young FC Chippenham side, whose excellent sportsmanship was a credit to them and to the new FA Respect programme which all clubs have been asked to consider.
Nick Bunyard scored a hat-trick for the home side and despite a splendid performance by the visiting goalkeeper further goals followed in the second half from Lee Carpenter (2) and Mike Payne."

So well done lads, especially Tristan Miller (the visiting goalkeeper!) as you obviously made a positive impression. Thanks to Rich Callaway for running the side in the absence of Jay Epton who is recovering from his Cruciate Ligament reconstruction.

1sts win in League Senior Cup

The 1sts went to Warminster Town last saturday, and played their reserves in the Corsham Print Senior Cup.
Warminster had a weakened side due to call ups to their first team but on a soft and increasingly muddy pitch with frequent heavy showers, they battled hard. However, the sheer class of our passing and movement, kept creating chances. At half-time however, it was only 1-0 with the goal coming from Aaron Merryweather.

The Gaffer pointed out that despite being well on top, we hadnt finished the job and would need to maintain the quality of our play. This is exactly what happened. After 3 minutes of constant pressure, Luke Holborough scored, then within a minute he got another and 2 minutes later Aaron got his second. From this point on, it was one way traffic, with the home side unable to get the ball for any length of time, or add to their 1 first half shot at goal. As the Gaffer prepared to make changes, Aaron got his hat-trick and was replaced by club record scorer, Andy Churcher. Church promptly added 2 more goals to make it 7-0.

At this point, 1 or 2 of the home side were starting to let their frustrations show and the number 11 was cautioned for dissent. This was quickly followed by getting away with just a talking to after a very poor challenge, and then further dissent which produced a straight red. We are led to believe that the Referee's parents were indeed married!!!

So, with a minute left against 10, Nath Pritchard decided to waltz around 4 players before calmly slotting the 8th goal. This rounded off a much improved team performance. This level of performance will be required in the coming weeks though and against some stronger opposition.

2nd team new manager

Alan Partner has taken over the 2nd team, with Mick Austin becoming assistant. This is a good move for the club, as Mick can concentrate more on playing, knowing that Al is on the touchline! Alan is a former professional player and a welcome addition to the management and coaching staff at FCCY.

Results

The 1sts played at Trowbridge Town and lost 0-3 in a poor performance. This was followed by a shocking first half v Shrewton Utd last saturday, that saw us 3 down. The 2nd half was an improvement and the score remained 0-3.

The 2nds went to high flying Ramsbury, and lost 3-6. However, it was a much closer game than the score may suggest with FCCY holding the lead on 2 occasions. Goals from Ben Pantry(direct from a corner) and first goals for the club from Damon Barnes and Tommy O'Cain. Well done to them!

September Fixtures

All 3pm KO unless stated


Sat 6th 1sts at Warminster Town Res (Weymouth Street, Warminster) - Senior Cup
2nds HOME v Moredon Cheney - Junior Cup CANCELLED - Waterlogged
3rds at Foresters FC (Awdry Ave, Melksham) CANCELLED - Waterlogged

Sat 13th 1sts HOME v Westbury Utd Res
2nds at KMLC (County Ground Extension, Swindon)
3rds at The Deverills 2.30 ko (Heytesbury Park) - KO Cup

Sat 20th 1sts HOME v Warminster Town Res
2nds at Chiseldon (Chiseldon Rec)
3rds HOME v Trowbridge Town "A" 2.30 ko - A&B Cup

Sat 27th 1sts at Purton Res (Red House, Purton)
2nds HOME V Castle Combe Res
3rds HOME v Steeple Ashton Res

Sunday Independent match report - 24 august

"Newcomers to the premier section FC Chippenham Youth picked up their first League pointsbeating reigning champions Wroughton3-1 at Stanley Park. Delighted boss Steve Manifold said "It was a good team effort, Wroughton are still a good side and it was nice to get 3 points in the bag. We playedwell against Devizes in mid-week and didnt deserve to be beaten""

Woo hoo, were in the papers now!!!!!

Well done everyone.

Results - 20 & 23 august

On wednesday 20th, the first team (at last) made their debut in Senior football v Devizes Town Res. Sadly, despite a decent and promising performance, we lost 1-2. After dominating the early exchanges where we could have easily have gone 3 up, some sloppy defensive work led to a devizes goal. However, character is something we have plenty of in the squad, and Luke Holborough equalised less than a minute later with a forceful run and calm finish. A short time later, Si Manifold pulled up with a hamstring injury and a re-shuffle was forced upon us, with Nath Pritchard becoming an emergency centre half. Unfortunately, devizes retook the lead before we could get properly sorted. Yet again the character came through and Andy Churcher(on his 100th appearance for FCCY adults) had a 1 0n 1 within a minute to level the scores. Sadly it was saved. The 2nd half was a much tighter affair with the FCCY defensive work much improved (after a few words in the dressing room!) and despite creating much the more threatening work, including a last minute 1 on 1 after a great run from sub Aaron Merryweather, we couldnt manage the equaliser. It was good to see an extremely welcome and encouraging turnout of over 50 people as well.

On saturday 23rd, the firsts took on last years champions, Wroughton. This game was always going to be hard work, and so it proved. The team shape defensively was much better, the workrate improved and our ability to rip the away defence to pieces on the break with pace and vision was superb. After 15 minutes Andy Churcher was put through, and after having a quick read of "War and peace" and a cup of tea, he very calmly slotted the ball past the keeper. 1-0 and the first time we had led at this level!!!!! A few speculative pot shots from the opposition followed, with Pete Hussey making the most of the "photo opportunities", but there was never a serious threat and we continued to cause complete panic in the Wroughton defence every time we attacked. Eventually, a free kick from wide left resulted in 3 FCCY players, the Wroughton keeper and the ball having a private game. Andy Churcher "dummied" the ball, to allow Chris Meaton to blast the ball into the prone keepers face from a yard and John Ingram to show them both where the back of the net is. Chris later claimed he had "dazed" the keeper thereby allowing John to score! A further chance seconds before half time would have wrapped the game up, but it wasnt to be. The second half continued with Wroughton taking increasing chances at the back in an attempt to get back into the game and FCCY catching them on the break. Eventually, after one Wroughton pot shot had been tipped onto the bar before being cleared, we got the third goal. Andy Churcher once again showing great calmness to slot it away. A late Wroughton goal kept things a little nervy, but a great team work ethic maintained the score at 3-1 and so we claimed our first win deservedly. Sadly, the crowd was down a bit to around 35, but still most welcome.

The 2nds took on Marlborough Town Res (who the 1sts had failed to beat in 4 attempts last season) and lost 1-2. The fact that we went a goal down in under 20 seconds probably wont have helped the confidence of goalkeeper Mat Webb on his reappearance from injury that had meant no training for over a month (thats the excuse he used anyway) and the young central defensive partnership of Craig Ewles (17) and Rich Hudson (16 and on debut). However , as I said earlier, we dont lack character in this squad and despite going 2 down by half time, a long distance strike from Lewis Surry made it 1-2. Despite lots of pressure and maybe a lack of fortune, the score remained the same. Still encouraging though! Dan Smith made his 100th appearance for FCCY adults in this game.

The 1sts are 10th and the 2nds 6th as it stands. Early days though.

Results - 16th August

Due to a delay of the inspection of the pitch and facilities by the Wilts FA of Stanley Park, the 1st teams debut in Senior football was delayed. As it happens the opposition were unable to play anyway, so our debut is now on wednesday 20th at HOME (ko 6.15pm) v Devizes Town. Both the 1sts and 2nds are at HOME on saturday 23rd (ko 3pm).

The 2nds had their first game in Wilts Div 2 (which is where the 1sts played last season) and had a good 3-2 win against a much larger and more physical Blunsdon United Res. Goals from Nathan Pritchard, Scott Carwithen (after pushing team mate Tom Jones out the way!) and a very well worked 3rd from Kotse Petrov. It is very encouraging to see that the 2nds appear to be a much stronger outfit than last season, although they will need to be with the step up in league standard.

Further players are still required to add to the squad, if we are to be able to run all 3 sides that we wish to. If you are interested just pitch up at training at Stanley Park on Tuesday or Thursday, starting at 7pm.

Training Tuesday 12th August

Sadly, excessive rain means that we have to train at Monkton Park again, starting at 7pm.

Friendly results

On Saturday 2nd August, we played a split game V Trowbridge Wanderers. The first half saw the bulk of the 1st team play and finish 2-0 up. The 2nd half saw the 2nds take over, resulting in a 3-0 loss. So 2-3 overall, but a good run out.

Saturday 9th saw the 2nds and Under 16B have a mixed match, which was a good run out for all concerned.

The 1sts took on Swindon APS, in what was expected to be a difficult and very tight encounter, just like last seasons Subsiduary Cup final. However, a superb start, with lots of confident passing and movement had us 3-0 up inside 15 minutes, 2 from John Ingram and the other from Alex Orledge. After making a few changes, the game became more even although Mat Smith had little to do behind a very comfortable defence, until a poor back header allowed the visiting striker to lob him and make it 3-1. The 2nd half continued in similar vein, with FCCY well on top and further goals from Joe Forester(pen), Luke Holborough and Lee Blackmore made it a very impressive 6-1.

This saturday (16th) sees both the 1sts and 2nds start their league campaigns at home to Corsham Town and Blunsdon Town Res, respectively with 3pm kick-offs.

Training - Tues 5th and Thurs 7th August

Due to the excessive amount of rainfall, Stanley Park dont want us cutting up the pitches at this stage of the season, so training will take place at MONKTON PARK this week! START AT 7pm.

Any new players are welcome to attend!

Fixtures

Saturday 2 Aug - Trowbridge Wanderers HOME KO 3pm (Friendly)

Saturday 9 Aug - TBC HOME KO 3pm (Friendly)

Saturday 16 Aug - 1sts HOME v Corsham Town 3pm
2nds HOME v Blunsdon United Res 3pm

Wednesday20 Aug - 1sts HOME v Devizes Town 6.15pm

Saturday 23 Aug - 1sts HOME v Wroughton 3pm
2nds HOME v Marlborough Town Res 3pm

Tuesday 26 Aug - 1sts away at Trowbridge Town 6.15pm

Saturday 30 Aug - 1sts HOME v Shrewton United 3pm
2nds away at Ramsbury 3pm

Training

Thursday 31st July - 7pm @ Monkton Park

Then EVERY Tuesday & Thursday from 7pm at Stanley Park.

We welcome players of all abilities, so why not come and give it a go!????

2008/09 Fantastic News!

The club has now been awarded senior status.

This is a huge forward step in the development and the profile of the whole club.

The 1sts will now play in the Wiltshire League Premier Division. This is 1 level below Western League and Hellenic League standard and is only divisions below Chippenham Town in the Southern League Premier.

The 2nds will now replace the 1sts in the Wiltshire League Division 2 and the 3rds remain in the Trowbridge & District League Division 3.

However, for all these plans to continue we have a desperate need for more players to join the squad and maintain what has been excellent progress for the club in the last 4 years.

2007/08 - Team Achievements

1sts win Wiltshire League Subsiduary Cup.

2nds win Trowbridge & District League Divisional Fair Play Award

2nds win Trowbridge & District League Overall Fair Play Award

Steve Manifold Trowbridge & District League Secretary of the Year

2007/08 Player Awards

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

1sts Winner (joint) - Joe Forester & Luke Holborough

2nds Winner - Jack Forester
Runner Up - Garry Lock

3rds Winner - Garath Cooper
Runner Up - Pepe Petrov

2006/07 Player Awards

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

1sts Winner - Mat Pike
Runner Up - Nathan Pritcahrd

2nds Winner - Luke Turvey
Runner Up - Alex Orledge

2nds finish 3^rd and gain promotion.

2005/06 Player Awards

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

Winner - Simon Manifold

Runner Up - Lee Fernandez

2004/05 Player Awards

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

Winner - Rich Callaway

Runner Up - Scott Leadbeater

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