FC Chippenham - Adult Football

New season - Training

2009-06-16T20:27:00.002+01:00

Training will take place EVERY tuesday and Thursday, initially at Westmead from 7pm.

The first session i s TUESDAY 30th JUNE.

All existing as well as new players are welcome. See you there.

Presentation Evening

2009-06-16T20:25:00.002+01:00

This is taking place at the Olympiad on sunday 28th June, START 6pm.

Drinks and social afterwards in town somewhere......

day off monday, for those of us that plan ahead!

1sts v Westside

2009-04-22T14:32:00.002+01:00

Last night, in front of a crowd of around 20, we played a league game at home v Westside.

The opposition arrived late and the start was delayed 15 minutes and it was agreed to play 40 mins each way.

FCCY got off to an excellent start, creating several good moves and a few chances. However, it wasnt until a fast break on 9 minutes that Mark Nolan raced onto a precise through ball and hammered an unstoppable shot into the top corner. Despite total control, it took another 10 minutes before a fantastic move ended with Nolan being tripped from behind when 1 on 1 with the keeper. A penalty but nothing else was awarded, very fortuneately for the defender who was the last man. Pepe Petrov stepped up and slotted beautifully into the bottom corner.

4 minutes later, Fraser Shaw-Morris raided dow the left, cut in then back onto his left peg and took a pop. The keeper somehow managed to miss it and the ball dribbled into the net! Then Luke Holborough produced a rasping shot which the keeper did very well to parry, but he had no help from his defence and Tom Jones tapped in the rebound. Within a minute, a fantastic cross from Mat Pike was headed home from 15 yards by Nolan to make 5-0 after 27 minutes.

Several other good chances were spurned and the visiting keeper did well.

The 2nd half was fairly quiet, as FCCY strolled about, knowing the points were safe. This allowed Chris Meaton to return to the side as a sub after a 6 week lay-off, replacing the excellent Nath Pritchard and Rich Callaway to make his debut at this level, up front (despite being a centre half). Rich even had a goal chalked off for offside after one of the several good moves that we were still creating sporadically, although a more determined opposition were able to create 2 or 3 chances. Then in the last minute, we conceded yet another goal from a set piece. The marking assignment at a corner went wrong, and a free header wasnt gathered by Tristan Miller in goal, allowing the attacker to have 2 more efforts before the ball went in.

Overall, a good performance and 3 very well deserved points. 5-1 is a good result at any level, especially when you know there is a lot more in the tank.

We remain 12th currently, and hope to move up possibly as high as 8th, if we can maintain our current good form, which has seen 3 consecutive league wins for the first time this season (6-1 v Bromham, 3-2 at Devizes and now this game).

On saturday , we play Shrewton(8th) away, then Warminster (15th) away on tuesday under floodlights (7.45 ko ). These are followed by , Corsham (17th) home sat 2nd may (3pm), Marlborough (11th) home tues 5th may (6.15 ko), Westside (14th) away thursday 7th may (6.15 ko), and finally Marlborough(11th) away on sat 9th may (3pm).

Training

2009-04-22T14:29:00.002+01:00

There will be training on wednesday 22nd and 29th april at Stanley Park from 6.30.

After this, we will take a break until we start pre-season training at the start of July.

Details will be posted here.

3rds v Bratton Res

2009-04-22T14:23:00.002+01:00

This game has been "awarded" by the league as 0-0.

The original game was abandoned by the Referee due to "both sides losing complete control and having a mass brawl."

FCCY had NO cards and fielded 7 players aged 16 or 17. We were ultimately (after appeal to the FA) not fined.

Bratton Res had 5 (we think) yellow cards and 2 reds (in 40 minutes) and were fined £200 by the FA.

I will leave it to you to decide who was or wasnt at fault!

However, the league have decided that it is probably best not to re-play the game, as neither side have anything of significance to play for.

Recent results- 1sts

2009-04-20T17:37:00.002+01:00

21st march - lost 0-1 home v Melksham Town Res.

A last minute error from Webby in goal cost us. Unlucky mate. Other than that it was an excellent performance with neither keeper having a serious effort to save. Should have been 0-0.

31st march - lost 0-1 away v Melksham Town Res.

A dodgy penalty with 15 minutes left, followed by missing 3 absolute sitters cost what would have been a well deserved 3 points.

4th april - Drew 2-2 home v New College. Another excellent team effort. Lead twice and should have won the game against top of the table.

7th april - lost 0-2 home v PurtonRes. Again a good team effort. 1 down for a long time, we battled hard to equalise and in the last 5 minutes got caught on the break.

11th april - won 6-1 home v Bromham. After 4 games against top, 2nd (twice) and 4th placed teams, it was nice to play an "easier" match. However, the half ended 1-1. After some calm analysis followed by severe threats as to the selection for the upcoming cup semi final line-up, the 2nd half was much much better. 5 goals in 14 minutes made the points safe and the score start to reflect the difference in quality of the sides on the day. Biggest win in the league.

14th april - won 3-2 away v Devizes Town Res. A brilliant 1st half, saw a 3-0 lead and the hosts reduced to 10 men. A repeat in the 2nd half would surely see an improvement in the goal difference.......sadly, it didnt materialise, and the teams lack of experience was exposed, as a physical but very hardworking and gallant host side attacked constantly, taking lots of risks. This allowed us to catch them on the break, but fail to kill the game off. Devizes pulled 2 goals back, but thats how it remained.

18th april - Cup Semi Final, Home v Melksham Town Res. Lost 1-2. Brief report on next blog item.

Was great to see a decent crowd of 96 (Garry Lock sat on the bench and counted them!!!!) which is better than many teams get at 2 levels higher. Thankyou.

Wiltshire Times report on the Cup Semi

2009-04-20T17:34:00.000+01:00

Melksham Town reached the final of the Corsham Print Senior Cup defeating FC Chippenham Youth 2-1 in a closely fought tie.
It was the third time the sides had met in four weeks with Melksham winning by the odd goal on all three occasions.
In the opening exchanges honours were fairly even until goals from Josh Robinson and Tim Waylen put Melksham in the driving seat towards the close of the first half.
After the interval Chippenham pushed forward looking to pull a goal back but the Melksham defence denied them many clear cut chance.
With the tie in the last few minutes Jack Coathupe netted with a well taken effort to ensure a lively end to the game.
Chippenham manager Steve Manifold said : “The lads fought well and it was a shame we couldn’t have got a goal a bit earlier in the second half. Their second goal was a bit of a fluke our keeper punched the ball and it hit their player on the back a rolled in, he didn’t know anything about it. On saying that they are a good side.”
Melksham now meet Bradford Town in the final next weekend while in the final of the Fountain Trophies Junior Cup Greenmeadow take on Chalke Valley.

50 Appearances

2009-04-02T21:25:00.000+01:00

Well done to Jack Forester and Pepe Petrov for reaching 50 appearances.

April / May Fixtures

2009-04-02T21:14:00.002+01:00

2nds

Sat 11th - Blunsdon United Res away 3pm

3rds

Sat 4th - The Stiffs away 3pm (at Whaddon Lane, Hilperton)
Sat 25th - Bratton Res away 3pm (Subject to disciplinary hearing)

1sts

Sat 4th - New College HOME 3pm
Tues 7th - Purton HOME 6.15pm
Sat 11th - Bromham HOME 3pm
Tues 14th - Devizes Town Res away 6.15pm
Sat 18th - Corsham Print Senior KO Cup (Wiltshire League Cup) SEMI-FINAL
HOME v Calne Town Res or Melksham Town Res 3pm
Tues 21st Westside HOME 6.15pm
Sat 25th - Corsham Print Senior KO Cup (Wiltshire League Cup) FINAL
at Corsham Town Ground 2pm ko

or Shrewton United Res away 3pm

Tuesday 28th - Warminster Town Res away 7.45pm (under lights)

Sat 2nd May - Corsham Town Res HOME 3pm
Tuesday 5th May - Marlborough Town HOME 6.15pm
Thursday 7th May - Westside away 6.15pm
Sat 9th May - Marlborough Town away 3pm

Chris Meaton - diary!

2009-03-04T11:56:00.001Z

hello
you are very great
you know me
jus the cheeky diary of wots happened
firstly to let u know...secondally cos im bored!ha
you can post this on website if you like so others dont worry too much about me!

i had to fast (not eat) from dinner on friday until ater i had got here at like 12, but before i was aloud to eat they did tests an took sum blood.now im not the biggest fan of needles but usually i can handle them. however cos i was so weak and dehyrated wen they were taking blood i passed out so!ha great srart!i rememba puting my hand on my head an saying 'im gona faint' ...... ...then wen i came round i didnt have a clue where i was or why there were 5 people looking over my saying my name.....then i remembered and said 'that was mental'.... they all laughed!ha!so yeah not the best start eva but oh well least they all knew who i was now...the tall kid that fainted...brilliant! then sunday morning got woken up at 6.45 and had a big tube needle thing inserted into a vien in my arm which isnt the nicest way ive ever been woken up with...but not the worst!ha!was basically a day of giving blood....think about 10 times they took blood!all thru the tube tho...they take the stop off and put a needle down the tube and in2 the vein so it does feel wierd!but no faints and i was even watching them do it by now!also watched the carling cup final on tele....and cos out of my ward window i can see wembely really well...only like 2 miles away....i tried to listen out the window to the croud!didnt hear anything tho! there are 6 people in my ward an 6wards so alot of ppl!quite a few aussies and south africans as well as easten europeans as always!prob the least ammount of english ppl!ha!on sunday night they came an told 4ppl in my ward that they were defo in but not me and another loser geek im next to!so i was thinking im defo going home, cos of the faint an everything! woke up monday an had loads of tests done agen and then they told the geek kid he was defo doing it!so i was thinking shit im gona get booted and hav no way to get home, an will hav no money!luckerly i heard them talking and saying that 2ppl from the other room were going so i was so happy!the happyness feeling went away tho wen i took the pill and then every hour after more tests!pretty much tests the whole day!my arm was hanging off by the end with all the blood giving...horrible!i did feel abit wierd to after taking the drug but not to bad jus spaced out! 2day woke up an gave blood before they removed the tube from my vien cos from now i only hav one blood sample a day so they jus use needles!which not to happy about but beter than having the tube!just after i got dosed with the drug the wards started smelling and then filling with smoke!followed by the worst fire alarm every so we all had to quickly get are valubles and put clothes on and leg it the hell out of there!we waited outside for about 40mins then were aloud back in so bit of drama!fliping went off jus b4 i was gona go for breakfast so was starving! so now got 2 weeks of jus tests in the morning including a blood sample then nothing for ten hours until the evening tests!so alot of chill out days from now which is great! so there u go a gud long diary of wot has happened!!haha meats x x x x x x x

March Fixtures

2009-03-03T12:29:00.002Z

All 3pm kick offs.

sat 7th
1sts HOME v Pewsey Vale Res
2nds at Marlborough Town Res
3rds HOME v Foresters

sat 14th
1sts at Wroughton
2nds HOME v Ramsbury
3rds HOME v North Bradley

sat 21st
1sts HOME v Melksham Town Res
2nds at Swindon Irons
3rds at Foresters

sat 28th
1sts - no game
2nds HOME v KMLC
3rds HOME v Mere Town YDT

This will leave the 1sts with 12 league games and the cup semi-final over a 4/5 week period!

Nath Pritchard gets his 50

2009-03-03T12:28:00.001Z

Congrats to Nath for reaching the 50 appearance landmark, whilst playing for the 1sts (in a MOM performance) at Calne Town.

50 Appearances

2009-02-23T22:23:00.002Z

Congrats to Garry Lock, for reaching this landmark when playing for the 2nds last saturday.

21st feb - results

2009-02-23T21:57:00.002Z

This week was a bit of a "mare", with loads of players injured, away, ill, working etc. This meant that all 3 teams were weakened, the 2nds quite a bit and the 3rds very much so, but we did manage to get Jigger (Alex Orledge) to play for the 3rds after his self imposed exile! It was definitely worth it for him, as he got on the scoresheet along with Ben Pantry, although sadly it wasnt enough, as the 3rds went down 2-5 against Calne Eagles.

The 2nds played 2nd placed Byrons Wanderers and lost 0-4. Byrons now look to have a realistic chance of catching Greenmeadow at the top.

The 1sts went to a very strong and well organised Westbury Utd Res. The Meadow Lane ground is a very good facility - probably the best we have been to so far - and this seemed to have our lads at ease, pre-match. It was obvious that the home players were expecting an easy game, which was perhaps understandable after our last 2 results, but was the same mistake Bromham had made at their place before we beat them!

As it turned out, this was a game of few chances. FCCY had a double penalty shout in the 1st half when Aarron Merryweather was shoved over from behind and then the ball squirted to Mark Nolan who was tripped, but no dice from the officials. Westbury had one chance when the striker won 4 - yes 4 - consecutive tackles before making Webby make a save. Then a deflected pot shot hit our bar, before going out for a corner. Then a great sweeping move from the back, involving 4 passes and excellent movement, followed by a quality finish from Mark Nolan was struck off for offside. Nolan insists he ran past the defender after the pass, but hey-ho!

The 2nd half was just as tight. Westbury had a 15 minute period on top, but could only manage 2 strikes from distance which didnt trouble Webby at all. Then the game evened up and FCCY started to put some pressure on the home defence. This lead to a penalty! Aaron decided, in the interests of making life exciting, to pass it to the keeper who made a meal of it and palmed the ball round the post!

Then, amazingly (though correctly), we were awarded another penalty 2 minutes later. This time Pepe Petrov volunteered (as most of his teammates headed for the half way line!). After a very long delay caused by the protestations from the home players, Pepe kept his cool and buried the ball past the despairing dive of the home keeper. This left 5 minutes to play, during which time Westbury had several corners and a couple of half chances but we held firm and managed to inflict Westbury's 4th defeat of the season.

This result was built on a great team spirit with excellent performances from Chris Meaton and Jack Forester at the back and everyone working hard and doing their job. The next game is another easy one (not) at Calne Town Res, who sit 2nd in the table. We have now moved up to 13th and still harbour ambitions of reaching 8th.

Amended feb fixtures

2009-02-16T00:34:00.001Z

Sat 21 Feb

1sts @Westbury Utd Res 2.15
2nds HOME v Byrons Wanderers 2.15
3rds HOME v Calne Eagles 2.15pm (this one is a change) ***KICK OFF TIME BROUGHT FORWARD***

Sat 28th Feb

1sts @ Calne Town Res 2.15
2nds HOME v Moredon Cheney 2.15
3rds @ Westwood FC 3pm

Sat 14th Feb

2009-02-13T23:03:00.002Z

The 2nds game is off, due to the pitch at the Ridgeway School, Wroughton being way too soft.

This leaves the 1sts with the only remaining game, at HOME v BRADFORD TOWN Res KO 2.15.

Despite having several regulars missing this week and Bradford (according to the grapevine) having a very strong squad this week, we are looking forward to the challenge and remain hopeful of bagging a decent result.

Latest Stats

2009-02-11T13:26:00.007Z

Latest stats can be downloaded below:

Appearances/Goals

1st Team Results

2nd Team Results

3rd Team Results

Social event - wed 11th Feb

2009-02-06T14:30:00.002Z

The squad will be having a social at the Old Lane on wed 11th from 7pm.

Its the pubs "curry night" plus the 2 meals for a fiver promotion is still on, so plenty of choices.

Also, if Rich Callaway is allowed out to play, we can "wet the babies head".

PLEASE NOTE that our under 18's will not be able to attend due to the licencing of the pub.

Sat 7 Feb fixtures

2009-02-06T14:29:00.000Z

All 3 games are OFF due to snow.

Results 31 jan

2009-02-02T15:18:00.004Z

1sts played at Corsham Town Res and despite some late withdrawals, a weakened team and only playing in patches, we had control of the majority of the match without ever quite being able to dominate. Josh Hodges on his debut for the 1sts came the closest to scoring on 3 occasions, Chris Meaton had a weak shot saved and Joner had what looked a perfectly good goal disallowed for offside (cross was from the bye-line!). Sadly, it was all to no avail, as Corsham scored in the89th minute on a breakaway, and so we lost 0-1. Very disappointing.

The 2nds played Pembroke at home, looking to complete the double, but failed 2-3. Goals from Brett Partner and Dave Nolan. At 1-1, we had a series of gilt edged chances but somehow failed to convert and ultimately paid the price.

The 3rds played a strong North Bradley side at home in the Spring Cup with a bare 11 players, due to a couple of withdrawals due to sickness.

Despite the issues, a spirited team performance saw a 2-0 half time lead. Sadly, this became 2-1 and then with just 3 minutes left, 2-2. So, extra-time was called for! In the end, the guys went down 2-4, but battled hard. Goals from Mark Kmiec and Tommy O'Cain.

Rich Callaway is a dad again!

2009-01-29T17:02:00.002Z

Congratulations to Rich & Kim Callaway.

Kim gave birth to a daughter this morning - Megan Angelene.

Megan was 7lb 5oz and has dark hair!

Mum & daughter are both doing well......lets hope that rubs off on Rich!!!

Feb fixtures

2009-01-26T21:04:00.002Z

Sat 7 Feb

1sts HOME v Pewsey Vale 2.15
2nds @ Blunsdon Utd Res 2.15
3rds HOME v Calne Eagles 3pm

sat 14 Feb

1sts HOME v Bradford Town Res
2nds @ Swindon Irons 2.15
3rds @ Calne Eagles 2.30 (Spring Cup QF) - IF we beat North Bradley on the 31st Jan

Sat 21 Feb

1sts @Westbury Utd Res 2.15
2nds HOME v Byrons Wanderers 2.15
3rds @ Foresters FC 3pm

Sat 28th Feb

1sts @ Calne Town Res 2.15
2nds HOME v Moredon Cheney 2.15
3rds @ Westwood FC 3pm

Re- arranged fixture on 31st jan

2009-01-26T21:03:00.002Z

The 3rds are at home v North Bradley in the Spring cup, ko 1.45, this saturday.

This is the 3rd attempt, so fingers crossed!

John Ingram 50 appearances

2009-01-24T10:56:00.001Z

Congratulations to John, who in the win at Wilton Town last week, reached his 50th appearance for the club.

results 17 jan

2009-01-22T19:25:00.003Z

The 1sts played v Bromham in the Senior Cup QF and despite not having played for a few weeks, actually played pretty well, creating several chances before a lovely move produced a fine finish from Joner. This was soon followed by Mark Nolans first of the match. The 2nd half was much better - fewer chances being taken at the back - and the game became very one sided. The only question seemed to be how many goals FCCY were going to get. As it turned out, it was 2 more, both from Mark Nolan. He also managed to hit the post when one on one with the visiting keeper. Our defence remained resolute throughout and meant that Webby had just the one shot on target in the whole 90 minutes to save, which he did comfortably.

The semi-final is at home on a date tba, v the winners of Calne, Melksham or New College!

The 2nds took the long trip to Wilton Town to face the bottom team, who are actually better than their league position suggests. Fortuneately, we knew this and therefore didnt take them lightly. A tight game resulted in 2 goals (from the bench) for 16 year old Josh Hodges and a towering headed winner from Craig Ewles in a 3-2 win.

The 3rds went to Bratton Res. The match was abandoned after the home team had 2 players sent off and others booked, and their goalkeeper deciding to impersonate Ricky Hatton. The league are well aware of the situation and DO NOT HOLD FCCY RESPONSIBLE IN ANY WAY.

They have had several independent reports from respected people who were present, plus FCCY had no cards AND Bratton "have a history".

Updated Jan Fixtures

2009-01-11T21:42:00.002Z

All 2.15 unless stated

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 North Bradley (Spring Cup) 1.45

Sat 31st
1sts at Corsham Town Res
2nds HOME v Pembroke
3rds no game

sat 10th Jan

2009-01-11T21:38:00.002Z

ALL games were called off in both the Wiltshire league and the Trowbridge league, due to frozen pitches.

Fingers crossed for the rest of the season, especially for the 1sts who are up to 9 games in April, as it stands!

This week (17th) sees the 3rd attempt at the Wiltshire league Senior Cup QF v Bromham at Stanley Park, ko 1.45.

The 2nds are away at Wilton Town and the 3rds are at Bratton Res both in the league.

Results 3 jan2009

2009-01-04T21:20:00.002Z

The 1sts travelled to Shrewton, got changed and were about to go out for their warm-up, when the referee called the game off, due to the nearest 8 yards of the pitch to the changing rooms being frozen solid, and with the shadows going the wrong way, there was no prospect of any improvement. A quick change and drive home, allowed the whole team to watch the 2nds and 3rds, before some team bonding in the warmth of the Old Lane!

The 2nds entertained Swindon Irons, losing 1-2. The following was reported in the sunday independent:

"Frost bound pitches were the order of the day in the Wiltshire League with just one match surviving the wintery conditions. The referee in the Division 2 game between FC Chippenham Youth Reserves and Swindon Irons called both goalkeepers together before the match to look at the goalmouths to see if they were prepared to play and they agreed the pitch was playable. The Irons cashed in with a 2-1 win thanks to a double strike from Shane Spencer.

Both sides tooks time to get into their stride, the firts real action coming in the 15th minute when home goalkeeper Mat Spear pulled off a great save, getting his hand to an effort by Spencer that looked destined for the top corner.

Not to be denied, however, it was Spencer who finally broke the deadlock, scoring from the edhe of the box midway through the half to give the visitors the lead.

FCCY then ahd the better of the rest of the half as they pushed forward looking for an equaliser but failed to create any clear-cut chances.

The 2nd half continued in the same vein until a good cross to the far post by Mike Payne was headed into the net by Spencer. The home side were rewarded for their efforts when Brett Partner pulled a goal back and shortly after a good volley by Gary Lock hit the woodwork. The swindon side then came under a bit of pressure but managed to hold out to secure the points."

The 3rds also lost 1-2 at home to a much changed Westfield FC, despite missing a hatful of chances in the first 20 odd minutes. Mick Austin hit the post twice in the same move, and also mistimed a header when well placed, Tommy O'Cain missed twice, Tom Holbutt skied one, Dan Smith shot wide, Ben Pantry had a shot blocked on the line, Mark Kmiec had an effort blocked. However, as is often the case, if you dont take your chances you get punished and a long ball from a free-kick wasnt dealt with and the stand-in keeper Dan Tanner was beaten from close range to end the half 1 goal down. The 2nd half was much closer with few chances at either end, before a speculative volley from 40 yards sailed over Tanners head into the roof of the net. If the guy who hit it had a lottery ticket, I'm sure it was a winner!

FCCY pushed hard towards the end of the game to get back in, despite some very strong arm tactics from the visitors. Eventually Mick Austin headed a goal back from a Dan Smith cross. A few unsavoury incidents followed, all involving the visitors left-back, who somehow managed to stay on the park despite commiting as many as 4 seperate red card offences and FCCY huffed and puffed but failed to create a clear chance to earn a point.

Xmas pics ...again

2009-01-02T20:26:00.003Z

Top - Pepe, Big Smithy, Meats & Church

Bottom - Pepe in posing pouch (for some strange reason)

Pics from the Xmas do

2009-01-02T20:15:00.003Z

Top - Andy gives Joner some advice...

2nd - Aarron prays for devine intervention (or a txt from someone, maybe?) as Pepe watches on...

3rd & 4th- Group pic.....bit near the end, so a few were missing!

Bottom - Gaffer tries to ave a drink, whilst reminding everyone of their meal choice.

Tom Highmore

2008-12-31T19:08:00.001Z

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

2008-12-31T19:07:00.001Z

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

2008-12-31T19:02:00.002Z

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

2008-12-31T18:59:00.002Z

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

2008-12-31T18:55:00.002Z

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

2008-12-31T18:50:00.002Z

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

2008-12-31T18:41:00.002Z

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

2008-11-26T11:30:00.002Z

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

2008-11-26T11:26:00.002Z

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

2008-11-17T18:31:00.001Z

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

2008-11-17T18:26:00.002Z

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!

2008-11-17T18:18:00.002Z

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

2008-11-17T18:12:00.002Z

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

2008-11-17T18:11:00.002Z

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!

2008-11-17T18:11:00.001Z

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

Simon Manifold - 100 Appearances

2008-10-06T21:22:00.003+01:00

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

2008-10-06T21:16:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-22T21:10:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-22T20:52:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-15T20:16:00.001+01:00

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

2008-09-15T20:15:00.001+01:00

Training will start at 6.30 until further notice!

Still at Stanley Park.

See you there.......

Results - 13th sep

2008-09-15T20:05:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-10T13:50:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-05T19:22:00.002+01:00

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

2008-09-05T19:19:00.002+01:00

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

2008-08-24T22:44:00.003+01:00

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

2008-08-24T22:36:00.002+01:00

"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

2008-08-24T22:01:00.003+01:00

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

2008-08-18T22:23:00.002+01:00

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

2008-08-12T15:09:00.001+01:00

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

Friendly results

2008-08-10T15:36:00.002+01:00

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

2008-08-05T15:20:00.001+01:00

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

2008-07-30T20:04:00.002+01:00

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

2008-07-30T20:01:00.002+01:00

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!

2008-07-12T23:11:00.004+01:00

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

2008-07-12T23:08:00.002+01:00

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

2008-07-12T23:03:00.002+01:00

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

2008-07-12T22:59:00.003+01:00

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

2008-07-12T22:56:00.007+01:00

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

Winner - Simon Manifold

Runner Up - Lee Fernandez

2004/05 Player Awards

2008-07-12T22:49:00.005+01:00

PLAYER OF THE SEASON

Winner - Rich Callaway

Runner Up - Scott Leadbeater

Welcome

2008-07-10T19:16:00.004+01:00

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