THE ROW VS SWINDON SUPERMARINE 1ST JANUARY 2019 KICK-OFF 3.00PM THE EVO-STIK LEAGUE SOUTH PREMIER SOUTH

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1 THE ROW HARTLEY WINTNEY FC VS SWINDON SUPERMARINE 1ST JANUARY 2019 KICK-OFF 3.00PM THE EVO-STIK LEAGUE SOUTH PREMIER SOUTH

2 HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY artley Wintney Football Club was founded in 1897 and played in an area adjacent to the village's golf and cricket clubs. In 1953, the club moved to its H present ground in Green Lane, known as 'The Memorial Ground'. A pavilion was erected and the team played in the Basingstoke League and, later, in the Aldershot League. In 1973, Glynn Howell was appointed Manager. In his six year reign, the team won the Aldershot Senior League three times in succession, and the Aldershot Senior Cup. After several seasons in the Aldershot Senior League, Hartley were admitted to the Combined Counties League, which replaced the Surrey Senior League. After the first couple of seasons and two changes of management, the club appointed Ian Bedford as Manager. Once again an influx of senior players brought Hartley success. Within his three years in management, they gained trophies including the League Title ( ) and Runners Up ( ), Aldershot Senior Cup Winners ( ), and George Allen Cup Winners ( ). They were also Runners Up in the League Cup ( ) and Aldershot Senior Cup ( ). During this period a new Clubhouse was opened. David Willoughby, the then Secretary & Treasurer, and Bill Mitchell, the then club Chairman and now President, devoted exceptional hours in the em- bryo stages of this venture. Further invest- ments around this time included floodlights, new changing rooms and covered seating. In under man- ager Mike Scott, the club gained promotion from Divi 1 of the Combined Counties League, but ended in relegation by a narrow margin. Under manager and assistant Pete Gray and John Condon, the first team rallied, finishing 5th in CCL Div 1 in Coach Louis King took the reigns as manager when Pete Gray stepped down, guiding the team to 7th in CCL Div 1 in A management team of ex-basingstoke Town and Oxford United striker, Neville Roach, Assistant Mick Wollen and Coach Scott Tarr took charge for and it was a notable season, with the club achieving promotion back to the Combined Counties League Premier Division. Hartley also had a fine FA Cup run that took them to the Third Qualifying Round, but the euphoria of the cup run and promotion was dampened even before the champagne bubbles had burst, when the coaching staff and almost the entire squad left for Thatcham Town. For the season, ex-millwall defender, Dave Tuttle, was given the summer to prepare a new squad. However, a string of poor results led to a second change in management in less than 4 months, with 24 year-old ex-basingstoke Town and Hartley striker, Ben Dillon, given his first managerial position. Once again there was an almost total outflow of players and Ben, with assistants Jason Minton and Joe Lawler, set about rebuilding the squad, but by this time with Hartley well and truly set adrift at the bottom of the table. Their enthusiasm, 2

3 PROUD HAMPSHIRE CLUB SINCE 1897 belief and the introduction of a talented group of players quickly restored the spirit around the club. In what became known as the season of the club's 'Great Escape', the Row s place in the CCL Premier was secured against all the odds after a truly remarkable second half of the season. Dillon further strengthened the squad, with Steve Saunders and Dan Brownlie brought in to the coaching setup alongside Jason and Joe. The season started well and there were wins in the FA Cup to setup a home tie in the 4th Qualifying Round for the first time in the club's history, losing out to an in-form Daventry Town in front of a crowd of over 1,000. The cup run took its toll on the league form but the club finished a creditable 7th in the CCL Premier Division. A new Club crest was commissioned ahead of the season, with a design that is modern but holds true to the traditions of a village club founded over 100 years ago. Designed by Philippa Bell, the current crest incorporates several elements of historical significance. With the village recorded in the 13th century under the name of Hertleye Wynteneye, meaning "the clearing in the forest where the deer graze by Winta's island", the crest shows a tree and a stag, as well as the rose emblem of the Club's home county, Hampshire. The Club's nickname of 'The Row' is taken from 'Hartley Row', a former hamlet within Hartley Wintney. The nickname and the year in which the Club was founded are also incorporated in the crest saw the club consolidate its place in the CCL Premier Division, finishing a comfortable 9th. Dillon stepped down at the end of the season and Dan Brownlie and Anthony Millerick were appointed as Joint First Team Managers for , with Joe Lawler remaining part of the coaching setup, and Luke Tuffs coming in as First Team Coach while continuing as Youth Team Manager. It was a very eventful After a memorable FA Cup win away at Merthyr Town in the Second Qualifying Round, Hartley battled back from 2-0 down to 2-2 away at Conference South Eastbourne Borough, only to be beaten by a goal struck deep into injury time. In the FA Vase, Hartley Wintney broke a longstanding club record by reaching the 5th Round Proper. In front of a sell-out 1,300 at Green Lane, eventual finalists Hereford proved too strong, but the Row went on to top the CCL Premier Division for most of the season and claimed the league title, finishing 10 points clear on 106 points, with a goal difference of +87 and having lost just four league games all season. Promotion, however, was denied due to ground grading issues. Faced with attempting to achieve back-to-back title wins and put in place the substantial ground improvements that would allow progression, the season under co-managers Dan Brownlie and Anthony Millerick, and coach Luke Tuffs, was extraordinary. The Row topped the Combined Counties League Premier Division for the entire season, reached the semi-finals of the Hampshire Senior County Cup and the final of the Aldershot Senior Cup, and secured the required ground grading to allow the Row to take their place in the Southern League South, making it to Step 4 of the football pyramid for the first time. And to top off a wonderful , Luke Tuffs Youth team won the Hampshire FA Youth Cup against a strong Aldershot Town U18. 3

4 HARTLEY WINTNEY FC CLUB HISTORY The team took life at Step 4 in their stride, helped by the consistency provided by an unchanged management team and settled squad, and the season was to prove even more remarkable than the previous campaign. The Row sat within the top four for much of the season, never dropping below 8th. They set down a marker in the FA Cup, beating local rivals Basingstoke Town in a replay at Green Lane. Town later responded by signing Hartley's top goalscorer and club captain, Sam Argent. Argent's departure was a huge setback, but the management team responded by bringing in Rowan Vine, the charasmatic ex-professional. Vine restored belief in both the team and the supporters; it was an inspired signing. The Row embarked on their first FA Trophy campaign, which included wins against Gosport Borough and Farnborough FC before going out 0-2 in the First Round Proper against eventual finalists, Bromley FC. Vine joined the management team at one of his former clubs battling relegation late in the season. Losing Rowan seemed a massive blow at a critical point, but again the management team made an inspired signing. Nic Ciardini joined from Farnborough and was instrumental in keeping the momentum going. Hugely important was also the strong central defensive partnership that had grown during the second half of the season between Jack Ball and Liam Eagle. A Play-Off place was secured and the Row won the semi-final against AFC Dunstable 2-0. Cambridge City had triumphed at Hayes & Yeading FC in the other semi. In front of a crowd of over 700 at Green Lane, a tense game was decided by a single goal scored by Ciardini and so the Row clinched promotion and made it to the Southern Premier at Step 3; a truly outstanding achievement. The final season highlight was in lifting the Aldershot Senior Cup with a 4-1 win against Eversley & California FC The Club heads into new territory in the Southern League once again as it takes its place proudly in the Evo-Stik League South, Premier South for this season, having negotiated the steep climb from Step 5 to Step 3 in just two seasons. A revised management team is at the helm, with Dan Turkington stepping in as co -manager alongside Anthony Millerick, and there is a new and experienced coaching setup under Head Coach Luke Tuffs, with Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst and Keith Benjamin joining the background team. We also welcome a new First Team Shirt Sponsor. BOSS Professional Services are a market leading ERP consulting and recruitment business that specialise in the sourcing of high level permanent and contract resources. We are delighted and honoured to have their support, alongside long-time sponsor CSL. MEMBER OF THE EVO-STIK LEAGUE SOUTH SUBURBAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE ALDERSHOT & DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE THE ALLIED COUNTIES YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE AFFILIATED TO THE HAMPSHIRE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION 4

5 CLUB OFFICIALS Hartley Wintney F.C. PRESIDENT: William Mitchell VICE PRESIDENT: Nick Vint CHAIRMAN: Luke Mullen VICE CHAIRMAN: Steve Noakes HON. LIFE VICE PRESIDENTS: Dennis Burgess, David Willoughby, Paddy White, Luke Mullen LIFE VICE PRESIDENT: Brian Barnard VICE PRESIDENTS: Derek Ames, Len Ashby, Ian Bedford, Ann Bradley, Mick Clarke, Lisa Collins, James Cooke, Neil Doody, Paula Flanders, Andrew Harris, Frank Kenton, David Lenthal, Margaret Lewington, Bob Major, Mark Porter, Mike Roberts, Janet Richardson, Niall Sco, Linda Sco, Josie Shipman, Ray Shipman, Andy Spiers, Chris Stanley, Roy S mpson, Trudy S mpson, Roger Taplin, Nick Vint, Elizabeth Webb, Anthony White, David Willoughby, Gerry Wykes TREASURER: Colin Charlton HONORARY SECRETARY: Elayne Duddridge MATCH SECRETARY: Gerry Wykes UNDER 18s SECRETARY: Eric Howard BAR SECRETARY: Paddy White MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Jeremy Fox, Sue Trimmer COMMITTEE: Ann Bradley, Dave Williams, Brendan Devlin, Jeremy Fox, Nick Elkington, Peter Auchterlonie SOCIAL COMMITTEE: Sue Trimmer, Lauren Breau, Tracy Collier, Lani Kealoha Charman, Samantha Vallance FIRST TEAM MANAGERS: Dan Turkington, Anthony Millerick FIRST TEAM COACHES: Luke Tuffs, Sam Rafique, Mark Hurst, Keith Benjamin RESERVE TEAM MANAGERS: Ricky Hogsden, Neil Lancaster A TEAM MANAGER: Andy Storey U18 YOUTH TEAM MANAGER: Luke Tuffs MATCH DAY OFFICERS: Ray Boorman, Jeremy Fox, Phil Blakey PROGRAMME EDITOR: Kevin O Byrne, Luke Mullen PRESS OFFICER & WEB ADMIN: Kevin O Byrne GROUNDSMEN: Eric Howard, David Mar n COMMERCIAL CONSULTANT: Chris Applegarth COVER PHOTOS: Ed Green Lane, Hartley Wintney, Hampshire RG27 8DL Tel:

6 WELCOME TO HARTLEY WINTNEY FC EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH 1 st January 2019 vs Swindon Supermarine Kick Off: 3.00pm Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen and welcome to the Memorial Ground for this Evo-Stik League South, Premier South Division fixture against Swindon Supermarine. To their players, officials and supporters we extend a warm welcome and hope you enjoy your short stay with us today. To all of you in attendance today or reading this online, may I take this opportunity to wish you and our loved ones a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. Our visitors this afternoon are currently 10th in the league with 29 points from 22 games. They arrive here at the Memorial Ground undefeated in their last five league games, during which time they have recorded wins against Basingstoke (5-2), Dorchester (3-0) and on Saturday against Merthyr (3-0). We are currently in 11th place in the league with 29 points from 22 games, our recent run of undefeated performances coming to an end at Gosport on Saturday when we lost out to a single goal conceded a minute before half time. We played some decent football but our quality, and to some extent luck, in the final third deserted us. From my point of view we need to get more first time shots off. As we move into the New Year, the club is facing some stern challenges both on and off the pitch. The team are coming together nicely and for this all credit to the management team and of course to the players, who have battled through some indifferent performances to steady the ship. I hope we can go on and build from there. Off the field some big decisions need to be taken regarding the ground and the dictates of the FA regarding necessary grading works. In terms of the grading works, I think there is no secret that we require some additional seating and covered accommodation, together with associated ground works. We also have to install an additional turnstile (which we have) but again this entails ground works and housing. Our problem with these works, as you can guess, is the timescale, which is by the end of March, and then of course the funds to be able to do the works. If there is anyone reading this that can help us, please get in contact - offers of help in any shape or form are welcome. This work is required in order to maintain our current status, not for promotion. Back to today's encounter, if the league positions are an indicator then this promises to be a closely fought contest. Please get behind the boys today and cheer them into the New Year with a victory. HAPPY NEW YEAR!! #UTR Luke 6

7 VS SWINDON SUPERMARINE : 1 JAN 2019 The boys celebrating Jack Ball s late goal at Farnborough on Boxing Day [Pic: Colin Rogers] 7

8 VOICES FROM THE DUGOUT Happy New Year and reflecting on 2018, what a year it was! Welcome to all the Swindon fans travelling; the hospitality you provided us last season was very good and we're sure we'll provide you with an equally friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Swindon are currently riding the crest of a wave right now and are in fine form. Good results have seen them surge up this tight league, sitting one place above us on goal difference. Make no mistake, today will be tough. goals to our name. We lost our way a little in the second half and that will serve to be a lesson to the group: we need to play our game and not morph to the style of our opposition. We hope you all enjoy today and we'll see you all in the bar after. Up the Row, Millers and Dan Our last two home games have been very encouraging, with two terrific results against two form teams (at the time of playing). Both games we absolutely deserved maximum points, and both games we felt the victory margin should have been far greater. Our performances have been good to watch, playing an energetic brand of football which now must become our identity. The games against Farnborough and Gosport have left us feeling slightly frustrated. We're sure all those who were at Farnborough (without rose tinted glasses) would have come away scratching their heads at how we had not won a game in which we created a number of good chances. Ultimately, a point away in a big derby game isn't the worst outcome, but we all felt slightly deflated we didn't take maximum points. Our performance was good and the spirit we showed to constantly probe for the equaliser shows what this new squad is about. Likewise against Gosport, we felt we were good first half and, with the exception of a bad 5 minute spell, should have come in with a number of Pic: Colin Rogers 8

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12 THE ROW : PLAYER SPONSORSHIP PLAYER NAME Sponsor a member of the Row. Only 60 for the season and get mentions in the Match Day Programme & on our Website. Please contact Colin by hwfctreasurer@gmail.com 12 SPONSOR Adam Desbois Tyler House Paul Chris Stuart Matt Nathan Steve Strudley Harris Norman Evans Smart Duff Louie Paget Mark Harpur Steve Noakes Hartley Wintney Juniors FC Liam Eagle Dave Williams Jack Ball Duncan & Suzanne Swan Luke Romario King Hart Josh Webb Tony Flanders Tyron Smith Jack French David Graham Nic Ciardini Colin Charlton Jacques Kpohomouh Mike Parish Michael Campbell David Willoughby Ross Cook Zoom Leisure Mitchell Jayden Dan Freddie Anthony Dan Luke Englefield Stewart Gee Millerick (manager) James Sharples Turkington (manager) Tuffs (head coach) Eric Howard (physio) John Whitehall Colin The Kit Man Nic Ciardini & Anna Musgrove Sam Keith Mark Parker Rafique (coach) Benjamin (coach) Hurst (coach)

13 THE PAPERS SAID: TAUNTON TOWN Hartley Wintney v Taunton Town, Evo-Stik League South, Premier South, 15th December 2018 Report by David Graham Hartley Wintney ground staff worked hard to get the game on and were rewarded with the Row turning in an excellent performance against the league leaders. The first half saw the Row start well and it was 42 minutes before the Peacocks' first notable effort arrived. The Row then had two one-onone situations but Mitchell Parker and Mickel Platt were denied by the visiting 'keeper, Lloyd Irish. HT 0-0 The Peacocks were first to show in the second period when a snap shot from Brett went narrowly past the post. The Row responded and the lively Parker created a chance which saw his effort blocked. The ball rebounded to Steven Duff who shot over. Hartley continued to press and were rewarded on 59 mins. Jack French managed to force his way through the middle. A defender slipped, enabling the Row midfielder to curl a shot beyond Irish. (1-0) If Hartley's goal was helped by the conditions, Taunton's equaliser was also fortuitous. On 62 minutes, a corner on the right from Brett looked a safe catch for 'keeper Adam Desbois. However, the young 'keeper slipped and the ball trundled into the net. (1-1) On 65 minutes, good play between Dan Stewart and Mickel Platt saw the latter's shot parried by Irish. Two minutes later, Jack French set up Dan Stewart, who saw his effort blocked. But Hartley quickly regained possession and restored their lead on 67 minutes. After a good move down the left enabled Duff to send over an inch perfect cross, Mickel Platt was at the back post to head home. (2-1) 13 Taunton finished strongly and Desbois atoned for his slip by pulling off a good save from substitute Dan Sullivan on 73 minutes. Steve Duff had a fine shot saved by Irish ten minutes later, then the Peacocks pushed forward and, a minute later, Sullivan's snap shot found Desbois well positioned to save. The visitors thought they had equalised for an instant but Andrew Neal's shot had grazed the post. Another chance for Matt Buse saw an effort saved by Desbois, again well positioned. At the other end, another effort from Duff saw Irish bring out a good save by tipping over the bar. The Row made the game safe in added time. Good interplay between Dan Stewart and Jack French set up Josh Webb, who curled in a good shot from 18 yards. (3-1) Both sides deserved enormous credit for producing a good match in very challenging conditions. [D Graham] FT: HARTLEY 3 TAUNTON TOWN 1 MAN OF THE MATCH: JOSH WEBB ATTENDANCE: 184 HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois, Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball, Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Steven Duff, Mickel Platt, Mitchell Parker, Dan Stewart, Jack French. Subs: Marc Vockins, George Frise, Harry Woodward, Steven Noakes, Jayden Englefield (on) TAUNTON TOWN: Lloyd Irish, Shane White, Lewis Hall, Ben Adelsbury, Ed Palmer, Matt Buse, Ollie Chamberlain, Ryan Brett, Matt Wright, Josh Nelmes, Andrew Neal Subs: Craig Veal, Dan Sullivan (on), Pierce Mitchell, Douglas Camilo, Keith Emmerson.

14 THE PAPERS SAID : POOLE TOWN Hartley Wintney v Poole Town, Evo-Stik League South, Premier South. Saturday 22nd Dec 2018 Report by David Graham Then Dolphins 'keeper, Luke Cairney, saw his attempted clearance only find French, who quickly found Platt, but his shot ended wide. Hartley Wintney completed their first double of the season with a good display and following a narrow win over Poole Town. The Row started well and opened the scoring in just three minutes. A crossfield pass from Jack French eluded the Dolphins' defence, allowing Joe Felix a run towards goal. The full back fired in a low shot which found the corner of the net (1-0). It was to be an eventful afternoon for Felix, on loan from QPR, one way or another. Constant pressure saw the Row get their reward. Marley Ridge returned a partially cleared corner on 37 minutes and Jack Ball stole in behind the Dolphins defence to score from close range. (2-1) Three minutes later the Row increased their lead. Josh Webb found space on the left and his cross tempted Dan Stewart to nip in before a defender to score from close range. (3-1) HT: HARTLEY 3 POOLE TOWN 1 Felix almost found the net again, but at the opposite end, when his attempted clearance went narrowly past the post on 14 minutes. Then Hartley almost added to the lead when a slick move three minutes later resulted in Dan Stewart shooting narrowly wide. Hartley had a good chance to increase their lead further, straight after the break. Josh Webb's pass split the visitors' defence, leaving Parker through on goal. Cairney in the Poole goal came out and produced a good stop. On 19 minutes, Jordan Alawonda- Williams made good progress down the right for Poole. His cross found Marvin Brooks, who saw his effort saved by a well positioned Adam Desbois in the Row goal. Poole Town pulled level on 21 minutes. Referee Andy Bennett spotted a push from Felix in the penalty area after a corner and awarded a penalty kick. James Constable stepped up and scored with a low shot. (1-1) Hartley responded well and gained the upper hand for the remainder of the half. On 32 minutes, Felix made good progress down the right and his accurate pass sent Mickel Platt through. The striker delayed his shot and then set up Mitchell Parker, who was unlucky to see his shot blocked. 14 The Dolphins worked hard to get back in contention and were rewarded on 53 minutes. Corby Moore gained possession in midfield and his accurate cross saw Luke Roberts head over Adam Desbois in the Row goal and into the net. (3-2) Hartley put together some good moves but were let down by the final pass on several occasions. On 64 minutes, a good lofted pass from Louie Paget sent Platt clear, but his lob over the outrushing Cairney was just too high and went over. Four minutes later, after a spell of pressure from the visitors, Constable created space but saw his parting shot saved by a well positioned Desbois. Six minutes later it was Corby Moore who tried his luck, but again Desbois was in

15 THE PAPERS SAID: POOLE / FARNBORO just the right place to make the save. On 82 minutes Hartley made the game safe. Josh Webb released Mikel Platt down the left side of the penalty box and his low cross was converted by Dan Stewart. (4-2) To their credit the Dolphins plugged away until the end and were rewarded with a third goal in the fifth minute of added time. A left wing in-swinging corner from Moore saw Joe Felix deflect a header into his own net. (4-3) FT: HARTLEY 4 POOLE TOWN 3 MAN OF THE MATCH: DAN STEWART ATTENDANCE: 255 Hartley Wintney: Adam Desbois, Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball, Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Marley Ridge, Dan Stewart, Mitchell Parker, Mickel Platt, Jack French Subs: Hadda Zongo, Tyron Smith (on), Salhan Abubakar, Harry Woodward, Nic Ciardini Poole Town: Luke Cairney, Jordan Alawode-Williams, Josh Leslie-Smith, Will Spetch. Jamie Whisken, Jake Smeeton, Sam Griffin, Corby Moore, James Constable, Marvin Brooks, Luke Roberts. Subs: Richard Gillespie, Sam House, Jack Dickson, Jez Bedford, Adam Granage After the game, David spoke with Hartley joint manager, Anthony Millerick, and double goal scorer, Dan Stewart. "We believe that taking six points out of six against a good team like Poole Town is a good achievement," said a visibly pleased Millerick. "Even so, I don't think we have reached 100% of our potential just yet, but we continue 15 to improve. It's a young team who work very hard; they have a good spirit and give nothing less than 100%." Millers continued, "Some clubs may have felt that several results we've achieved were a 'flash in the pan'. The last two results should have hopefully dispelled those thoughts." Dan Stewart was pleased with the result. "This is a good club and I feel I've settled in well here. Despite the short time I've been here, there have been a number of changes and the team are playing a high intensity game which is what I like. A feature is that every player in the team wants to play football on the floor." Dan's goals came at a price. "I'm pleased with my two goals but took a kick from the defender when I scored the first, which hurt," he added with a grimace. Farnborough v Hartley Wintney, Evo-Stik League South, Premier South. Wednesday 26th Dec 2018 Report by David Graham Hartley Wintney took a large support to Farnborough, helping 'Boro to easily their biggest home crowd of the season at 547. The spectators were rewarded with a really good local derby. A one minute's silence was held for the much respected former Farnborough Chairman, Alan Churchill, who recently passed away. Churchill was with the club when 'Boro had their famous FA Cup match at West Ham Utd. It was the Row who had the first chance in the first minute when a pass from Josh Webb sent Mickel Platt clear. The young striker took his shot early but pulled it wide of the post. The 'Boro had a scare on 5 minutes when 'keeper, Liam Beach, saw his clearance charged down by an

16 THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH inrushing Dan Stewart. However, the 'Boro 'keeper reacted quickest and got back to save. A minute later, a low through ball deceived the Row defence and Perry Coles was left clear. Hartley 'keeper, Adam Desbois, came out quickly and pulled off a smart save at the expense of a corner. The flag kick from Coles found the head of Aaron Oakley whose effort went wide. Play moved to the other end of the pitch and on 8 minutes good play enabled Jack French on the right to set -up Platt. The striker saw his first effort blocked, as was his follow-up. Five minutes later, French got free down the left and set-up Marley Ridge, whose strong effort from 20 yards was deflected wide. Boro's main threats came from set pieces and it was from a corner that they took the lead on 20 minutes. A flag kick on the right by Kurtis Cumberbatch saw Perry Coles swivel and shoot home a good volleyed goal. (1-0) Coles was to play a prominent part in the match later on. The Row responded and on 24 minutes a long clearance set Dan Stewart free. The striker saw his parting shot well saved by Beach. Boro continued to trouble Hartley with their direct play. On 34 minutes, Marc Charles-Smith had the ball in the net after heading in a cross from Michael Fernandes. However, the striker was adjudged to have pushed his marker and the goal was chalked off. Hartley came into the game approaching half time with Stewart setting-up Platt, who saw his effort go just past the post. On the stroke of half time, a Row clearance from a set piece landed at the feet of Cumberbatch who saw his effort saved by Desbois. 16 HT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 0 Steven Duff replaced Josh Webb - who was suffering a chest infection - for the second period. Almost immediately Duff made a surging run down the left and his cross just eluded the incoming forwards. Straight afterwards, 'Boro had a good chance to increase their lead after Coles sent Fernandes clear of the Hartley defence. Desbois came out, narrowed the angles and pulled off a good save. A defining moment arrived on 54 minutes. A 'Boro corner on the right appeared to be over hit, eluded everyone, and appeared to go harmlessly for a goal kick. However, referee Adrian Harris had seen a touch somewhere and awarded another corner on the left, much to the ire of the visitors. The flag kick from Coles was partly cleared but the return ball into the penalty area found Cumberbatch with a good chance. The midfielder was hauled down by Jack Ball and a penalty awarded. Perry Coles stepped up but saw his well struck effort saved by Desbois at full stretch. Things were to get worse for Coles on 66 minutes when, in an off the ball incident, he punched Marley Ridge in the face. This was spotted by referee Harris who issued a straight red card. The remainder of the match saw Hartley camped around the 'Boro penalty area as they sought an equaliser. Nic Ciardini did well to set up Joe Felix on 68 minutes and the young full back saw his shot blocked. The rebound found its way to Stewart, who watched as his effort was saved by Beach. A second dual between Beach and

17 THE PAPERS SAID: FARNBOROUGH Stewart came in the 70th minute when the Row striker worked his way through the home defence. The 'Boro keeper pulled off a smart save with a block, and Platt's follow-up was deflected wide. The pressure on the 'Boro goal became more intense and the Row had a golden chance to equalise on 79 minutes. Nic Ciardini was pushed as he attempted to reach a long free kick from Tyron Smith. Smith took the spot kick but shot wide. On 85 minutes, Ball set-up Ciardini but his effort lacked power and Beach saved. But Hartley were eventually rewarded for their efforts with a deserved equaliser on 88 minutes. A long cross from the left appeared to be over hit. Dan Stewart was not for giving it up and managed to keep the ball in play. He beat a defender and crossed for Jack Ball to head home from close range. (1-1) The Row went for the winner and in added time Stewart set-up Felix, who saw his fierce drive tipped over by Beach. In the end honours even in an exciting local derby. HARTLEY WINTNEY: Adam Desbois, Joe Felix, Louie Paget, Jack Ball, Nathan Smart (c), Josh Webb, Jack French, Marley Ridge, Mickel Platt, Dan Stewart, Salhin Abubakar SUBS: Tyron Smith (on), Steven Duff (on), Nic Ciardini (on), Chris Harris, Hadda Zongo After the game, David spoke with Hartley joint manager, DAN TURKINGTON. "I thought 'Boro had a slight edge in the first half with their direct approach," said Turks. "However, even in the first half we shaded them on chances and we were the better side in the second period. 'Boro always had a threat from set pieces and Adam did well saving a one-on-one early in the second half. As well as that, his penalty save was excellent. "I suppose it would have been difficult to maintain the same levels we achieved against Taunton Town and Poole Town," Dan continued. "We showed great resilience to keep going to the end, and no one could deny that we deserved at least a draw. "Finally, a big thank you to the large Hartley Wintney support today. This is much appreciated and made a difference." FT: FARNBOROUGH 1 HARTLEY 1 ATTENDANCE: 547 MAN OF THE MATCH: Jack Ball FARNBOROUGH: Liam Beach, John Oyenuga, Andrew Musungu, Kurtis Cumerbatch, Michael Kamara, Aaron Oakley, Michael Fernandes, Elliott Bonds, Perry Coles, Marc Charles- Smith, Reggie Young. SUBS: Conner Cullen, Samij Bajja, Seth Owens, Tom Leggett, Rob Bartley 17

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20 HARTLEY WINTNEY FC PEN PICS Steve Noakes Experienced defender, with the Row for several seasons. Previous clubs include Fleet Town and MET Police. Great organiser, motivator and tactically intelligent defender. Sponsored by Hartley Wintney Juniors FC Matt Evans Joined us in the closed season. A defender, Matt has represented the Army over 30 times and UK Armed Forces team 10 times. Played for Rushden & Diamonds & Winchester. Jacques Kpohomouh Defender recently joined, having previously played for Bangor City, Southport and Droylsden. Quick, strong and powerful in the air. Sponsored by Mike Parish Louie Paget A versatile player who can play at full back on either flank or anywhere in midfield. Former U18 youth team captain. Sponsored by Mark Harpur Nathan Smart Experienced defender on dual registration from Slough Town. Adds a wealth of talent, pace and strength to the squad. Michael Campbell Striker with pace, good close control and an eye for goal. Joined the Row this summer. Sponsored by David Willoughby Dan Stewart Comfortable playing as striker or in midfield, Dan was previously with Guildford City and is a former Millwall and Charlton Athletic academy player. He joined the Row in Nov Jack French Midfielder with superb first touch who finds his way out of seemingly impossible situations with his tight ball control. Terrific workrate. Sponsored by David Graham Steve Duff A Hartley fans favourite and club legend, The Train helped the club achieve two championship wins and a double promotion. Rejoined us at the end of November. Mitchell Parker 24 year-old striker with a good goalscoring record from his time with Reading City. Joined us from Basingstoke Town in December. 20

21 HARTLEY WINTNEY FC PEN PICS Josh Webb Hard working and combative midfielder with an incredible engine. Josh joined Hartley from Met Police ahead of the 2017/18 season. Sponsored by Tony Flanders Ross Cook A prolific goalscorer and a Hartley fans favourite. Rejoins the Row for 2018/19 after a successful spell last season with Thatcham Town. Sponsored by Zoom Leisure Tyron Smith Cultured and experienced midfielder now in his 2nd season with us. Previously played with Kingstonian and Met Police. Jayden Englefield A young, skilful winger who joined us from Winchester City. Now in his 2nd season with the Row. Romario Hart Joined at the start of this season but was out for a while following an injury. Quick, tricky winger previously with Colliers Wood and Godalming Town. Nick Hutchings Attacking full back who reads the game extremely well. Joined us from Farnborough ahead of the 17/18 season. Jack Ball Central defender now in his 2nd season with us. Formed a superb partnership with Liam Eagle to help us to promotion. Sponsored by Duncan & Suzanne Swan Adam Desbois The young 'keeper joins the Row on a season-long work experience placement from Reading FC. Adam is a member of the England U19 squad. Sponsored by Tyler House Nic Ciardini Experienced forward & midfielder, Nic came to us from Farnborough last season. Cards is our club captain for 18/19. Sponsored by Colin Charlton Chris Harris An up and coming goalkeeping talent who has featured for Reading U/23. Assured handler of the ball. Was understudy to Struds last season. 21

22 MANAGEMENT & COACHING STAFF Anthony Millerick Millers is now in his 4th season with the Row and undoubtedly our prize possession. A much sought-after manager whose services we are fortunate to retain. Tactically astute and, whilst he can be uncompromising, he has a way with his players that engenders loyalty. Sponsored by James Sharples Dan Turkington Turks joined as 1st team co-manager alongside Millers ahead of the season. Dan managed Camberley Town during one of their most successful spells and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge he now brings to the Row. Luke Tuffs 1st Team Head Coach and U18 Youth Team manager, Tuffs Holds the UEFA B licence and is an Academy Manager at Pulse Chertsey. Has been with the Row throughout our recent rise up the non-league pyramid. Tuffs is always willing to assist anyone with an interest in the game. Now helping forge ever closer links with the Juniors. Sam Rafique Sam holds a UEFA License and is currently an academy coach with Aldershot Town FC. He s had spells at Fleet Town, Godalming Town & Camberley Town, the latter with a considerable success. Sam and Luke Tuffs have known each other well for a number of years; both share the same footballing philosophy. Keith Benjamin An experienced goalkeeping coach, Keith has known Millers and Tuffs for over ten years, having working with them whilst they were players at Camberley Town. He comes with a wealth of experience including recent spells at Farnborough and Kingstonian FC. He now provides specialist goalkeeper mentoring and coaching to our group of talented keepers. Mark Hurst Mark is one of the highest regarded football coaches locally. He previously worked with Anthony Millerick at Cove FC and has worked as a coaches' coach at both Fulham and Villareal FC recently. His coaching experience, and approach to helping the players achieve their best, is sure to benefit everybody directly involved with football at the club. Eric Howard - Physio. Came to us with a wealth of footballing nouse and has been part of the background staff behind our rise up the pyramid. Served us as Reserve Team manager. Sponsored by John Whitehall Mick Beard - Physio. Stalwart for the Row over several seasons. Colin Charlton - Kit man. So much more than just the man who looks after the kit! Sponsored by Nic Ciardini & Anna Musgrove 22

23 THE NLP COLUMN This week s NLP programme column was written by Hugo Varley Are Hashtag United leading a new era in football? The arrival of Hashtag United in Step Six this season has potentially heralded the start of a footballing revolution. The North London club, who are in their inaugural season in Non-League, were founded by Youtube blogger Spencer Owen and boast a social media following which rivals many of the top teams around the globe. With over 400,000 subscribers on Youtube, more than European giants Tottenham Hotspur, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan, Hashtag are promoting a unique way of following a football team. The club post regular behind the scenes clips onto social media throughout the week, while each match is documented through a stylish video, featuring highlights, footage from inside the changing rooms and interviews with players and coaches. When it comes to the footballing side of things, the team have also shown that they are anything but a group of fame hungry prima donnas. Managed by former East Thurrock boss Jay Devereux, Hashtag have spent much of the season near the top of the Thurlow Nunn Division One South table and are targeting an instant promotion this summer. There is no doubt that the club divides opinion within the footballing community and in many respects they represent a far cry from the humble traditions of Non-League. However, ultimately if Hashtag are inspiring people on the other side of the world to wake up in the middle of 23 the night and follow the Thurlow Nunn league, then we believe their presence in the pyramid provides a brilliant exposure for British Non-League football! Silly season is fast approaching. As the nights begin to rapidly draw in and the thermostat readings start to plummet, we are quickly entering a period of the campaign that is often loathed by supporters and groundsmen alike. Waterlogged and frozen pitches will likely become an ever increasing phenomenon over the next few weeks as fixtures begin to fall foul of the weather, leaving players and fans kicking their heels on Saturday afternoons. These postponements are certainly a nuisance, especially for sides who are beginning to string together a few good results and will lead to the typical fixture backlog in the spring, where players often bust a gut to play several times each week. However, it is at this time of year that we should think about the volunteers who put in countless hours of work at clubs across the entire Non-League pyramid. It is these volunteers who often help out with the thankless task of battling against the miserable weather conditions as well as the odds to try and ensure that fixtures are fulfilled as the winter months begin to bite. As always, all Non-League fans owe a huge amount of gratitude to these spirited

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26 Date Opponents Result Att Comp For stats on our games this season prior to September, please refer to a previous programme (downloadable via our website) 01 Sep A Dorchester Town L League Norman Paget Hutchings Noakes 08 Sep A Dorking Wanderers L FAC 1Q Strudley Evans Webb Eagle 11 Sep A Beaconsfield D League Norman Paget Webb 1 Eagle 15 Sep A Weymouth D League Strudley Paget Kpohomouh 1 Eagle 22 Sep A Staines Town W League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Eagle 1 29 Sep H Merthyr Town D League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Eagle 06 Oct A Harrow Borough D League Desbois L King Paget Ball 09 Oct A Winchester City W 6-7p Hants Snr 2 Desbois Paget 1p Hutchings Smith 13 Oct H Hendon L League Desbois L King Paget French 16 Oct A Thatcham Town W 8-9p 138 Lg Cup R1 Desbois 1 Evans Hutchings Kpohomouh 20 Oct H Kings Langley D League Desbois Evans Hutchings Ball 23 Oct A Fleet Spurs W 1-4 Ald Snr Cup Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Ball 27 Oct H Tiverton Town D FAT 1Q Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Smith 30 Oct H Tiverton Town L FAT 1Q Rply Desbois Kpohomouh L King Ball 03 Nov A Wimborne Town L League Desbois Kpohomouh Hutchings Ball 13 Nov A Met Police W Lg Cup R2 Desbois Evans Hutchings Ball 1 17 Nov A Salisbury L League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 20 Nov H Met Police L League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 24 Nov A Tiverton Town D League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 27 Nov A Basingstoke Town W League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget 1 Ball 01 Dec H Chesham Utd L League Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 04 Dec H Basingstoke Town L Hants Snr 3 Desbois Kpohomouh Paget Ball 11 Dec H Walton Casuals P-P League 15 Dec H Taunton Town W League Desbois Felix Paget Ball 22 Dec H Poole Town W League Desbois Felix 1 Paget Ball 1 26 Dec A Farnborough D League Desbois Felix Paget Ball 1 29 Dec A Gosport Borough L League Desbois Felix Webb Ball 01 Jan H Swindon Supermarine League 05 Jan H Basingstoke Town League 08 Jan A Basingstoke Town Lg Cup R3 12 Jan A Walton Casuals League 19 Jan H Salisbury League 26 Jan A Met Police League 02 Feb H Wimborne Town League 09 Feb A Kings Langley League 16 Feb A Chesham Utd League 23 Feb H Tiverton Town League 02 Mar H Staines Town League 09 Mar A Taunton Town League 16 Mar H Harrow Borough League 23 Mar A Hendon League 30 Mar H Weymouth League 06 Apr A Merthyr Town League 13 Apr A Frome Town League 20 Apr H Beaconsfield Town League 22 Apr A Swindon Supermarine League 27 Apr H Dorchester Town League

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28 SWINDON SUPERMARINE CLUB HISTORY The football club was founded in 1992 from the amalgamation of two established Hellenic League clubs - Swindon Athletic and Supermarine. After the merger, Swindon Supermarine regularly finished in the top eight in the Hellenic Premier Division. In 1994/95, under managers Alan Dyton and Leo Colucci, Supermarine entered the Wiltshire Premier Shield for the first time and went all the way to the final only to lose out to Trowbridge Town. That all changed in 1996/97 when they won their first trophies since the club's merger, defeating Devizes Town in the final of the Wiltshire Premier Shield and winning the Hellenic Premier Division Challenge Cup. Then under John Fisher and former Swindon Town stalwart, Don Rogers, in 1997/98 the team secured their first Hellenic Premier Division Championship. In 2000/01 the team won the Hellenic League Premier Division and their application to join the Southern League (sponsored by Dr Martens) was accepted after a number of ground improvements were successfully undertaken. Manager Alan Dyton stepped down because of work commitments so in July 2001 the club appointed Swindon Town's community officer, Clive Maguire. Unfortunately, Clive resigned at the end of October. His resignation came after a disastrous start to the season, with twelve defeats from thirteen games. The club then secured the services of the vastly experienced John Murphy. With John at the helm the team staged a tremendous comeback to ensure Southern League survival. At the end of September 2002 John Murphy decided to relinquish his managerial position with the club rooted at the bottom of the league. Academy Director, Tom Jones, was appointed but resigned following eight defeats. A few days later, former Cirencester 28 manager, Ray Baverstock, took on the difficult task of saving the club from relegation and duly obliged with seven wins from the last eight league games. For a fifth consecutive season Supermarine started the 2005/06 league campaign in the Southern League, with Mark Collier in his first full season as manager and Ian Howell as his assistant. A fifth place finish was secured, the team losing in the play-off's to a strong Hemel Hempstead Town. 06/07 season was even more successful, ending in a 2-0 win in the play-off final over Taunton Town to take SSFC into the Southern League Premier Division for 07/08. The team were also successful in winning the Wiltshire Premier Shield 2-1 over Swindon Town. In 07/08 the side finish a creditable 12th. 08/09 saw them in the top six in January and they had an excellent FA Trophy run, losing in the last 16 at Conference side Ebbsfleet. The cup run stretched them and they finished the campaign in mid-table. 09/10 saw the team struggle for most of the season, a late run of results taking them out of the relegation places to finish 15th. During the summer of 2010, the Executive Committee released a statement indicating that the team was likely to be disbanded due to a lack of funding. A new committee was formed to take the club forward. A commitment to financing a playing budget was made by the new committee and Mark Collier accepted the position of continuing as club manager and began the task of recruiting a playing squad for 2010/11. That season saw the club maintain its Southern League Premier Division status with a very creditable 10th place finish. The team also had an exceptional FA Cup run when they went further than ever before as they reached the Second Round and only lost 1-0 away

29 SWINDON SUPERMARINE CLUB HISTORY to NPower League 1 side, Colchester United. A memorable day for all connected to SSFC and its supporters. A short while after this FA cup run, the club accepted the resignation of Manager Mark Collier and Assistant Tom Jones in February 2011 due to personal reasons. Experienced players Gary Horgan and Matt Robinson took over in a caretaker role and the team finished the season on a high. 2011/12 ended in disappointment when the team were relegated to Division One South & West after finishing 22nd, missing out on 21st and survival only on goal difference. Shortly after the 2011/12 season ended, Highworth Town manager Dave Webb was approached by the club committee with a view to taking over the managerial position. Webb accepted the offer and, along with his assistant at Highworth, Lee Spalding, they were duly appointed Manager and Assistant Manager in May 2012 and quickly began the job of building a side ready for the season ahead in 2012/13. In Dave Webb's first two seasons he managed to lead SSFC to two play-off finishes and two semi-final defeats, both at the hands of Merthyr Town, the first on penalties. The 2015/16 season saw a couple of wins in the FA Cup and FA Trophy that helped the club s funds. The team finished the season in a play-off position and, just as they did in 2012 and 2013, they unfortunately lost at the semi-final 29 stage. On this occasion it came from a 2-1 defeat at Taunton Town. But although a disappointing end, the players did themselves proud and were unlucky to lose a game they dominated. The 2016/17 season saw a team shake up at the beginning, with a number of experienced players being released and a group of youngsters set to make their mark on the team and the Southern League. The players worked hard all season, and all but for a late slip they could have made the playoffs as the team finished in sixth place, just one position outside the play-offs. In the Cups, SSFC were successful in winning the Wiltshire Senior Cup, beating neighbours Highworth Town 2-1 in the final. In mid-january the following season, 2017/18, manager Dave Webb departed the club and his assistant, Lee Spalding, took on the role of Caretaker Manager until the end of the season. Come the end of the season, Lee and his team had finished in fifth place and so in a play-off position, with a Semi- Final at Evesham United. After drawing 1-1 after extra time, Marine went through 5-4 on penalties and onto a play-off final at third placed Wimborne Town. In another tight game, which ended 0-0 after extra time, Marine won 4-3 on penalties and won promotion back to the Evo-Stik South Premier Division; the South Division for season 2018/19.

30 SWINDON SUPERMARINE PEN PICS LEE SPALDING Manager: Joined as Assistant Manager in July 2012 having spent the previous seasons at Highworth Town, firstly as player and then as assistant to Dave Webb. Played at a high level, including at league sides Swindon Town & Wycombe Wanderers. KEVIN MILSOM Assistant Manager: Kevin began his association with the club a couple of seasons and stepped up as assistant manager in Feb 2018 when Lee Spalding became manager. JOSH HILL Goalkeeper: Josh joined the club in July 2017 having been a triallist at Forest Green Rovers. WILL HENRY Goalkeeper: Will joined the club on loan from neighbours Swindon Town on 9th Nov DAN WILLIAMSON Defender: Reading based Dan signed for Marine in June 2018 from Winchester City, having joined City from Fleet Town with manager Craig Davis in Strong and powerful player that likes to get forward and support the front players. JEREL IFIL Defender: Jerel returned from a 4-year retirement when he signed for Marine in September He had a professional career that took him from Watford to Bristol Rovers before returning to Swindon to live and playing non-league football with Staines Town before retiring in KIERAN DIAZ-BENITEZ Defender: Signed Dec 2017 from Royal Wootton Bassett Town. Pacey and determined right full back. Currently back with Wootton Bassett on dual registration. 30 MICHAEL HOPKINS Defender: Signed in Feb 2018 from North Leigh. Can play either left side of defence or in midfield. Before joining North Leigh he had spells at Didcot Town and Hungerford Town after playing at Reading Academy since a youngster. ASH TAYLOR Defender: Joined in July 2015 from then Hellenic League neighbours Highworth Town. Powerful central defender with good qualities on the ball. Made the step up a division after helping Highworth reach the Semi-Final of the FA Vase in 2014/15. MATT COUPE Defender: Matt joined in Oct 2017 from Cirencester Town. Vastly experienced central defender who began his career at Swindon Town and went on to play for Bath City, Chippenham Town, Gloucester City, as well as Forest Green Rovers, Aberystwyth and Clevedon Town. After helping the team to promotion last season, he was rewarded with the manager s Player of the Season award. ZAK WESTLAKE Defender: Joined in the summer of 2016 having spent the previous four seasons with fellow league side North Leigh where he was a regular goalscorer from central defence. Made club captain last season. MATT WILLIAMS Defender: Joined Marine in Oct 2018 from Gloucester City. Played for Evesham United before joining Hungerford Town in Dec 2017, stepping up two divisions to play National League South football. DAVID BAMPTON Mid/Defender: Skipper and central defender for many seasons before a bad back injury forced him to stop playing midway through 14/15. First signed for Marine from Worcester City in Feb Before that he made 3 senior appearances for Swindon Town. In May 2005 he signed for then Conference League club Tamworth and, over four seasons, became a fans favourite, playing in an FA Cup tie against Premier side Stoke City. His performances prompted selec-

31 SWINDON SUPERMARINE PEN PICS tion for the England Non-League side but injury prevented his debut. JOE SHEPHERD Mid / Defender: Signed for Marine in the summer of 2014 from the previous season's champions, Cirencester Town. A box to box midfield player who can also play in defence; has a great engine. JAMIE EDGE Midfielder: Joined in Nov 2018 from Gloucester City, having joined Gloucester from Hereford in Sept 2017 after winning the Southern Premier Division title. Was on the books of Arsenal, with manager Arsene Wenger personally overseeing the acquisition of Jamie from Cheltenham Town. BRAD HOOPER Midfielder: Joined in the summer of 2016 from Cirencester Town. A precocious talent, skilful on the ball with an eye for a pass as he likes to keep the ball on the floor. Scored 15 goals in his first season at the Webbswoodm and 14 goals last season from midfield. CONNOR THOMPSON Def/Mid/ Striker: Signed in Jan 2016 after being released by National Conference North side Gloucester City. HENRY SPALDING Midfielder: Returned to the club for his second spell in Nov The eldest son of Manager Lee Spalding, he first signed in the summer of 2016 from Bristol City where he had been since a junior. JOE SELMAN Mid / Winger: Arrived in July 2016 after being released by Bristol City. Can play either on the right side of midfield or further forward. Pacey and technically gifted player. LUKE WILLIAMS Midfielder: Previous Clubs Wealdstone, Hungerford Town, Hayes & Yeading. Joined Marine in Aug from Wealdstone where he played 31 in the National League South. Proved to be one of the most influential midfielders in the National League South whilst at Hungerford, and made over a hundred appearances for Hayes & Yeading. RYAN CAMPBELL Mid / Winger: Signed in Dec 2016 from Chippenham Town. An attacking left sided player with a sweet left foot which helped him win goal of the season last term with a last-minute winner against Northwood in the FA Cup. JOSH PARSONS Striker: Returned for his third spell in Nov 2015 from Cirencester Town. Has been Marine s leading goalscorer in the past two seasons and has scored over 100 goals for the club. BRADLEY GRAY Striker: Returned for a third spell with the club in Dec 2017 from Evesham United having previously joined in 2011 from Forest Green Rovers and in 2013 from Hungerford Town. STUART FLEETWOOD Striker: Joined in June 2018 have played for Redditch United and Merthyr Town last season. A vastly experienced striker having joined the Cardiff City Youth setup as a 12-year-old. CONOR McDONAGH Striker: Oxfordshire based Conor joined in June 2018 have played for Kidlington and Banbury United last season. The 25-year-old is an experienced striker who started his career as a scholar with Oxford United before joining Oxford City in the summer of 2011, playing primarily for the Oxford City Nomads side in the Hellenic League. He joined Didcot Town at the start of the 2015/16 season but moved up two levels to join National League South side Oxford City in September 2015 before signing for Banbury United a year later, and subsequently joining Kidlington in February 2018.

32 HARTLEY WINTNEY JUNIOR FC Hartley Wintney Junior FC - U15's Going into the Christmas break, Hartley Wintney under 15's are top of their division; the best start this team has ever had. It may be a coincidence that the team has a new manager this season. That would be easy for me to say, as I'm the bloke who has stepped into these shoes (boots). It may also be a coincidence that the team is being coached on Thursday evenings by Anthony Millerick. Watching from the sidelines over the last few years, I felt that the biggest thing the boys needed to learn was more about how to change shape, as a team, reacting to the changing game moments. Taking up the reigns of management/coach has enabled me to focus on that in the pre-season preparation. I spent some weeks at the end of summer doing the Level 1 coaching badge. Having played all my life, I didn't think I had much to learn, but it was a refreshing upgrade on my experience as a player, that's for sure. It's helped structure how to teach the boys what they need to do with a common, modern language of Football. It also means that what 'Millers' is teaching them in his coaching sessions is resonating more and more, because I'm able to reinforce it each weekend in the pre-match warm up. The coaching from Millers is a critical part of the improvement in the team s performance. It feels like slow progress at times - I'm sure it does for Anthony too. But the improvement is showing already in team performances. Being compact when out of possession, then finding width and space when in 32

33 HARTLEY WINTNEY JUNIOR FC possession, have been revelations to the boys this year. It took a few games for it to start working, only when coupled with moving forward and into space when passing, and knowing how to support each other with cover and balance. The boys are starting to operate as a team in all passages of play, rather than as a bunch of individuals, leading to results like 8-0 against a team that in previous seasons we have always had tight games against with 0-0 draws and disappointing 1-0 losses. So here we are, in the Christmas break, sitting at the top of our division, having won 4 of our 5 games so far this season. There's a long way to go yet - but it's our best season start yet - thanks to the closer relationship with Hartley Wintney FC, the training from Millers and of course the new manager ;) Andy Shaw Hartley Wintney Junior FC, U15 Manager. Hartley Wintney Junior FC was founded in known as the Hawks, the club started with just 2 teams playing friendly matches. We now support over 250 children across over 20 teams ranging from under 7s to under 17/18s - and we start with children from the age of 5 joining us in weekly training sessions. We wish all our Junior Football Club Teams the very best of luck - but above all else, enjoy your football and being a part of this wonderful orange community! For more information on the Junior Club and to get in touch, visit their dedicated website: 33

34 FOOTBALL AT THE FRONT As we remember those who fought in the First World War in this special centenary year, the uplifting story of the revitalising effect football had on the troops at the Front is recalled here. The British Expeditionary Force were involved in three months of continuous heavy fighting after first going into action against the German army on 21 August However, with football ubiquitous in the army, the soldiers organised impromptu kickabouts in any spare moments; The Sporting Life, 23 November 1914, reporting the game being played in fields within the sounds of the guns. By December 1914 the Athletic News ran regular features on football behind the lines as the war s evolving stability allowed organised competitive sport, and footballs were increasingly available, with over 1100 balls provided by The Daily Mail and The Sporting Life by Christmas. THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE, 1914 The manoeuvring war had resulted in shortages of men and ammunition on both sides and, with inclement weather, a major offensive was unlikely before spring. In places the trenches were 30 yards apart. Shouted messages were exchanged and the adversaries realised they had common enemies in lice, rats, flooded trenches, generals and politicians. A live and let live system evolved. Some troops requested their artillery not to shell the enemy at meal times, as they did not want their meals interrupted in turn. As Christmas approached, similar emotions were raised as the foes were mainly Christian, and spontaneous truces resulted. Some two-thirds of the British line fraternised, and on Christmas Day, thousands of British and German troops congregated in No Man s Land, burying the dead, exchanging souvenirs and 34 conversing, mainly in sign language. Debris littered No Man s Land, including empty food cans, and somebody bored kicked a can... and somebody kicked it back. Kickabouts developed, with other items used as footballs including balaclavas stuffed with straw and, in a Cheshire battalion s case, Lieutenant Brockbank noted somebody produced a little rubber ball, so of course a football match started. There was no match with stretchers for goals, a proper ball and the padre making incorrect offside decisions, just many spontaneous kickabouts. ORGANISED FOOTBALL BEGINS The Sporting Life reported that over 200 teams had been established by December 1914 and a number of competitions were being played. In January -February 1915, 45 teams competed for the 1st Cavalry Brigade Cup, the trophy provided by their Brigadier- General. In July 1915, Haig famously complained that the men were falling asleep on night sentry duty because they were playing football in their rest periods. By November 1915 it was said that every section has its team. Sport was still unofficial and organised by junior officers but, as casualties mounted, it became an important part in developing esprit de corps. The Royal Engineers magazine, in January 1915, reported our new comrades are being told tales of the Army Cup, and having obtained a football, hunting the leather is the order during the times of relaxation from military duties. The revitalising effect of football on men returning from combat was noticed; General Harington rhetorically asked How many times did one see a Battalion which had come out of the line in the Ypres Salient and elsewhere, battered to pieces

35 FOOTBALL AT THE FRONT and sad at heart at having lost so many officers and men, hold up its head again and recover in a few hours by kicking a football? THE FOOTBALL CHARGES On 25 September 1915, the British launched an attack at Loos, the infantry walking forward in four lines in extended order, one second apart, in silence and in full kit. However, The London Irish Rifles dribbled and passed a football as they advanced, having smuggled deflated footballs into the trenches because their officers did not approve. These were hurriedly blown up as zero hour, 06:30, approached but Captain Dale saw the balls and ordered them to be discarded; apparently shooting one. Sergeant Frank Edwards, the football captain, hid his and the London Irish kicked off the southern end of the attack with the goal of capturing the German front and second lines. Edwards ball was struck by a bullet or shrapnel and caught on the German barbed wire. The London Irish achieved their objectives, and their part of the operation was one of the few successes as the Loos offense collapsed. Captain Billie Nevill, B Company commander, 8th East Surrey s, was uncertain about how his men would react in their first battle at the Somme on 1st July Perhaps influenced by the London Irish, Nevill asked permission to use footballs and this was sanctioned on condition that he and his officers really kept command of their units and didn t allow it to develop into a rush after the ball. Nevill had two footballs and as zero hour approached, one was marked The Great European Cup-Tie Final. East Surreys v Bavarians. Kick off at zero and on the other No referee. 35 At 07:27 Nevill went over the parapet; an observer remembered I saw an infantryman climb on to the parapet into No Man s Land, beckoning others to follow. As he did so he kicked off a football; a good kick, the ball rose and travelled well towards the German line. By 07:50 the battalion were in the German trenches, where both footballs were found next day. Nevill was killed. ORGANISED FOOTBALL MATURES In August 1916 General Gough ordered that football grounds should be constructed in each Brigade area and tournaments organised for resting units. The 19th Division held a three stage tournament with as many soldiers as possible playing. The first stage comprised of intra-battalion games and the second stage inter-battalion competition; the third was the cup final where the 7th Loyal North Lancashire s beat the 9th Cheshire s 4-0. Thousands of soldiers watched; football, as a spectator event, had become an institutionalised part of life in reserve. Football s positive effects were formally recognised in the General Staff Instructions for the Training of Platoons for Offensive Action of Platoon commanders were ordered to arrange games and competitions for the men and take part themselves because if he induces his platoon to be determined to produce the best football team in the battalion, he will have done a great deal to make it the best platoon in every way. By 1918, six full time engravers were kept busy in France supplying trophies and medals for competitive sport; football had become part of the way of life of the British army in the battle zone. From an article by Iain Adams

36 UPCOMING FIXTURES FIRST TEAM NEW YEAR S DAY, TUES 1st JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Swindon Supermarine (Home) Evo-Stik Premier South SAT 5th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Basingstoke Town (Home) TUES 8th JAN 2019, KO 19:45 Basingstoke Town (Away) SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Walton Casuals (Away) SAT 19th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Salisbury (Home) Evo-Stik Premier South CSS Sponsored League Cup, 3rd Rnd Evo-Stik Premier South Evo-Stik Premier South SAT 26th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Metropolitan Police (Away) Evo-Stik Premier South RESERVE TEAM SAT 5th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Abbey Rangers Res (Away) Suburban League Central Division TUES 8th JAN 2019, KO 19:45 Eversley & California Res (Away) Suburban Challenge Shield SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 15:00 Eversley & California Res (Home) Suburban Challenge Plate A TEAM SAT 5th JAN 2019, KO 14:00 Yateley Utd Reserves (Away) Aldershot & District League, Senior SAT 12th JAN 2019, KO 14:00 Wey Valley (Home) Aldershot & District League, Senior HWFC U18 YOUTH TEAM WED 9th JAN 2019, KO 19:30 Thatcham Town U18 (Home) Allied Counties League, Central 36

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39 FOOTBALL ON Tuesday 1st January 2019 Everton v Leicester City Premier League 12:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Nottingham Forest v Leeds Utd Championship 15:00 Sky Sports Football Cardiff City v Tottenham Premier League 17:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Wednesday 2nd January 2019 Newcastle United v Man Utd Premier League 20:00 Sky Sports Premier Lg Thursday 3rd January 2019 Manchester City v Liverpool Premier League 20:00 Sky Sports Premier Lg Friday 4th January 2019 Tranmere Rovers v Tottenham FA Cup 3rd Round 19:45 BT Sport 2 Saturday 5th January 2019 Manchester Utd v Reading FA Cup 3rd Round 12:30 BT Sport 2 Blackpool v Arsenal FA Cup 3rd Round 17:30 BT Sport 2 Sunday 6th January 2019 Woking v Watford FA Cup 3rd Round 14:00 BT Sport 2 Newport Cnty v Leicester City FA Cup 3rd Round 16:30 BBC One Monday 7th January 2019 Wolves v Liverpool FA Cup 3rd Round 19:45 BBC One Friday 11th January 2019 Leeds United v Derby County Championship 19:45 Sky Sports Football Saturday 12th January 2019 West Ham Utd v Arsenal Premier League 12:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Chelsea v Newcastle United Premier League 17:30 BT Sport 1 Millwall v Blackburn Rovers Championship 17:30 Sky Sports Football Sunday 13th January 2019 Everton v AFC Bournemouth Premier League 14:15 Sky Sports Premier Lg Tottenham Hotspur v Man Utd Premier League 16:30 Sky Sports Premier Lg Monday 14th January 2019 Manchester City v Wolves Premier League 20:00 Sky Sports Premier Lg full schedule on 39

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42 CLUBS OF THE EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH A summary of the clubs in the Premier South for those travelling to away fixtures. Post codes shown for sat-navs but check directions on the host club website before leaving to avoid dumb instructions. Mileage shown from our ground is approximate. Basingstoke Town The Ark Cancer Charity Stadium The Camrose, Western Way Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 6EZ Beaconsfield Town Holloways Park, Windsor Road Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 2SE Chesham United The Meadow, Amy Lane Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 1NE Dorchester Town The Avenue Stadium, Weymouth Ave Dorchester, Dorset DT1 2RY Farnborough FC Cherrywood Road, Farnborough Hampshire GU14 8UD Frome Town AFC Blindmans Brewery Stadium Berkley Road, Frome, Somerset BA11 2EH Gosport Borough FC Privett Park, Privett Road Gosport, Hampshire PO12 3SX Harrow Borough FC Earlsmead, Carlyon Avenue South Harrow, Middx HA2 8SS Hendon FC Silver Jubilee Park, Townsend Lane Kingsbury, North London NW9 7NE Kings Langley FC Global Metcorp Stadium, Gaywood Park, Hempstead Road, Kings Langley Hertfordshire WD4 8AL btfc.co.uk RG22 6EZ 12 miles beaconsfieldtownfc.co.uk HP9 2SE 35 miles cheshamunited.co.uk HP5 1NE 43 miles dorchestertownfc.co.uk DT1 2RY 90 miles farnboroughfc.co.uk GU14 8UD 9 miles frometownfc.co.uk BA11 2EH 72 miles gosportboroughfc.co.uk PO12 3SX 50 miles Hosted on pitchero.com HA2 8SS 40 miles hendonfc.net NW9 7NE 44 miles kingslangleyfc.co.uk WD4 8AL 48 miles

43 CLUBS OF THE EVO-STIK PREMIER SOUTH Merthyr Town Penydarren Park, Park Terrace Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan CF47 8RF Metropolitan Police FC Imber Court Sports Club, Ember Lane East Molesey, Surrey KT8 0BT Poole Town Black Gold Stadium, School Lane Oakdale, Poole, Dorset BH15 3JR Salisbury FC Raymond McEnhill Stadium Partridge Way, Old Sarum, Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 6PU Staines Town Wheatsheaf Park Wheatsheaf Lane Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey TW18 2PD Swindon Supermarine The Webbswood Stadium, Supermarine Road, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 4BZ Taunton Town Viridor Stadium, Wordsworth Drive Taunton, Somerset TA1 2HG Tiverton Town Ladysmead, Bolham Road Tiverton, Devon EX16 6SG Walton Casuals Elmbridge Sports Hub, Waterside Drive, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 2JP Weymouth FC Bob Lucas Stadium, Radipole Lane Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9XJ Wimborne Town Cuthbury, Cowgrove Road, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 4EL merthyrtownfc.co.uk CF47 8RF 140 miles Hosted on pitchero.com KT8 0BT 34 miles pooletownfc.co.uk BH15 3JR 75 miles salisburyfc.co.uk SP4 6PU 49 miles stainestownfootballclub.co.uk TW18 2PD 25 miles swindonsupermarinefc.com SN3 4BZ 52 miles tauntontown.com TA1 2HG 112 miles tiverton-town-fc.co.uk EX16 6SG 132 miles waltoncasuals.com KT12 2JP 30 miles theterras.com DT4 9XJ 96 miles wimbornetownfc.co.uk BH21 4EL 72 miles

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46 CLUB STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW Hartley Wintney Football Club F.A. League Rule 2.13 Ownership: In accordance with The Football Association Rule 2.13 Publication of Ownership in relation to Step 1 to Step 6 clubs within the football pyramid, we hereby confirm that the Legal Status of HARTLEY WINTNEY FOOTBALL CLUB takes the Form of an Unincorporated Association. Hartley Wintney FC has a constitution which sets out the rules that govern its relationship and membership, and elects a Management Committee to run the organisation on behalf of its private members. That committee currently consists of the club s elected Officers. A full copy of the constitution can be found on the Club Web Site: (see PDF Club Constitution) An Excellent Licensed Event Venue Here in Hartley Wintney he Clubhouse at Hartley Wintney FC T is well equipped, welcoming and available for hire for events of all kinds at a sensible cost, and you don't need to be a member of the football club to hire a room. However big, small, happy or sad the occasion, the layout of the room can be tailored to suit your needs. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a griddle. The bar is well stocked with alcoholic and soft drinks. Special orders for particular wines, beers, lagers and ciders can usually be accommodated. There is a raised stage and a wooden dance floor, with the remainder of the room carpeted throughout. It's also an ideal venue for Corporate events including sales presentations, client events and Christmas parties. Entertainers can be arranged, given sufficient notice. A multi-activity space provides an ideal setting for meetings, small conferences, presentations, or as a base to run a course. We have a range of audio visual, internet Wi-Fi and overhead projection equipment. BOOKING THE CLUBHOUSE Please make your booking enquiry at the bar, or by using the contact form on our website. Include your phone number in the message. During times when the Clubhouse is open, the club may be contacted by phone on

47 HWFC GROUND REGULATIONS 1. All persons entering this ground are only admitted subject to these rules and the rules and regulations of the Football Association. 2. The Club reserves the right to prosecute or to eject or cause to be ejected any persons who within the ground or the club premises is considered by the Club its employees or agents (hereinafter called the Club) in their absolute discretion to be, or to have been behaving in any of the following ways: (a) Entering the field of play before or during the course of a game. The field of play is that area within the railings surrounding the perimeter of the pitch and the area beyond the goal line at the Southern Haye end of the ground. (b) Using obscene or abusive language or persistent swearing. (c) Being drunk or under the influence of drink or drugs to any degree. (d) Making vulgar gestures. (e) Using abusive language or behaviour, racial or otherwise. 3. NO bottles, metal cans, glasses, placards, firearms, knives or other similar articles are permitted and the police and club stewards have the right to search any spectator at anytime and to confiscate any article which they consider could be a danger to any other spectators. 4. NO alcohol is to be consumed within the ground. Alcohol may only be consumed within the confines of the clubhouse or other such designated and properly licensed area. All bar areas will close fifteen minutes before kick off time. 5. Climbing of floodlight pylons, fences, stands and other buildings is strictly forbidden and the police and club stewards have the right to eject any persons found doing so. 6. Spectators are advised that they must keep to the designated hard standings within the confines of the ground, these being defined as the walkway to the perimeter of the pitch on 3 sides excluding the area to Southern Haye behind the top goal, the dedicated stand and the sheltered area outside the club house. 7. Spectators are reminded that they must not retrieve any footballs that go in the hedges or rough grass areas. The Club will not be responsible for any injury sustained by any spectator retrieving footballs howsoever caused. A Club Official or designated ball boy will retrieve any balls that exit the field of play. 8. ALL vehicles parked in and around the ground must be properly parked to ensure access for emergency vehicles and to minimise disruption to local residents. All vehicles are parked strictly at the owner s risk. 9. No unauthorised vehicles are allowed in the Clubhouse/changing room car parking area. The Club reserves the right to remove any vehicle parked in contravention of this regulation. The Club will not be responsible for any damage caused whilst removing the vehicle. By order of The Committee Hartley Wintney Football Club 47

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49 LEAGUE TABLES & RECENT RESULTS The Evo-Stik Premier South, Saturday 29th Dec (Att: 285) Gosport Borough 1 vs Hartley Wintney 0 44' George Barker The Evo-Stik Premier South, Wednesday 26th Dec (Att: 547) Farnborough 1 vs Hartley Wintney 1 20' Perry Coles 88' Jack Ball The Evo-Stik Premier South, Saturday 22nd Dec (Att: 255) Hartley Wintney 4 vs Poole Town 3 3' Joe Felix 21' James Constable (pen) 37 Jack Ball 53 Luke Roberts 40 & 82 Dan Stewart 95 Felix (og) 10/12 ACYL Central Division Sandhurst Tn U18 1 v Hartley U

50 EVO-STIK LEAGUE SOUTH, PREMIER SOUTH Tuesday 1st January 2019, KO 3.00pm HARTLEY WINTNEY (from) SWINDON SUPERMARINE (from) ALL ORANGE Adam DESBOIS (gk) Chris HARRIS (gk) Louie PAGET Joe FELIX Jack BALL Nathan SMART Jacques KPOHOMOUH Steve NOAKES Mickel PLATT Tyron SMITH Josh WEBB Jack FRENCH Steve DUFF Dan STEWART Mitchell PARKER Michael CAMPBELL Nic CIARDINI ALL BLUE Will HENRY (gk) Connor THOMPSON Michael HOPKINS Jamie EDGE Jerel IFIL Matt WILLIAMS Henry SPALDING Brad HOOPER Stuart FLEETWOOD Conor McDONAGH Ryan CAMPBELL Joe SHEPHERD Zak WESTLAKE Dave BAMPTON Joe SELMAN Dan WILLIAMSON Matt COUPE Romario HART Salhin ABUBAKAR Hadda ZONGO TODAY S MATCH OFFICIALS REFEREE SUNNY GILL ASSISTANT STEPHEN WILLIAMS ASSISTANT LENNON DAVIS 50

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