Player And Goalkeeper Of The Month Awards - April 2016
Fri 6th May 2016 | League Awards | By Ian Templeman
PLAYER OF THE MONTH AWARDS
PREMIER DIVISION - MATTHEW BEADLE OF 1874 NORTHWICH
Matthew Beadle had a fantastic month, which saw his all round play and significant haul of goals warrant man of the match performances. He scored a magnificent 10 goals during April to fire him up the League’s Leading Goalscorer table.
The month couldn’t have started any better for Matty and the team. 1874 hit Padiham for seven with Matty scoring an incredible five goals, the first player in the Club’s history to achieve this and therefore enter him into the 1874 archives.
Having twice gone close to scoring in the first five minutes, Beadle opened his account for the fifth game running with a fierce drive into the net. He made it two by quickly reacting to the ball bouncing back off the bar, heading home from close range. He then turned provider, back heeling the ball into the path of a team mate, who fired home. Beads completed his hat-trick in the 39th minute and made it four in the 45th minute, both from headers.
Matty continued to support his team by creating and setting up chances and had the final say in the 86th minute. His diving header from a pin point cross rounded off a memorable day for him.
He then played in the games against Nelson & AFC Liverpool and despite not scoring in these games, he made a significant contribution in each game by leading the line superbly and helping the team to six important points. Sandwiched in between these League games, was a very tricky Cup semi-final at high flying local rivals Barnton. Matty once again, worked hard on an horrendous evening weather wise and helped to drive his team on to a win and a first cup final appearance.
The 18th April 2016 will be remembered by all 74 supporters for years to come. The team dominated higher ranked Evo-stik League side Witton Albion, the town’s red rivals, to win their very first Senior Cup thanks to a ‘one sided’ three nil victory at Wincham Park.
1874 got off to a flying start. A fantastic move saw an excellent cross from the left which found Matty at the far post and his powerful header sent the Greens into an early lead. Six minutes later and ’74 were two up and Albion were dazed. 1874 continued to press, with Matty a constant threat to the Albion defence and they had their Keeper to thank, when he blocked a Beadle header at point blank range.
In the second half, 1874 continued to push forward with Matty a constant thorn in Albion’s side. A sweeping move saw him combine well with his team mates and it was thanks to a stunning save from the Keeper, that stopped Matty from scoring his second.
With time ticking away, Beadle twisted and turned an Albion defender, prompting him to trip Beads in the penalty area. Matty picked himself up and with the pressure on to seal the game, he calmly stepped up to score and ensure that 1874 lifted the cup. An all-round, top class performance from Matt.
48 hours later, 1874 faced landlords Winsford United. Again Matty was in the thick of it, smashing home a penalty in the top corner to give the Greens the lead. As the game wore on, it became more difficult for the team after being reduced to ten men and seeing a key defender limp off.
Matty played his part in pressing the Winsford goal when he could and also helping to defend. With only five minutes remaining, 1874 were awarded a penalty and once again, the pressure was on to secure a deserved point. Up stepped Beads to convert it and the spoils were shared.
1874 faced a trip to Runcorn Linnets to round off a demanding week. Again Matty made sure that his opponents knew they had to have their wits about them. Whilst Linnets started the livelier, 1874 came into the game more as the half progressed. Matty received the ball on the edge of the area with his back to goal and he turned and fired a shot just wide of the target.
Despite going on to lose the game, Beadle played his part in ensuring that 1874 were a constant threat to the Linnets defence, deserving a share of the spoils. Matty’s final game of the month came as the team made the long journey to Silsden on a Tuesday evening, where he racked up his 34th goal of the season.
The Club is delighted to nominate Matthew Beadle as League player of the month. He showed true ability in every game, proved that he has an incredible eye for goal and made a significant contribution for the Club.
DIVISION ONE - MATTY BOLAND OF IRLAM
April was to become a crucial month for several Clubs as so many had a genuine belief they would get a promotion spot. It was also the month that Irlam put a run of form together that clinched an automatic promotion spot, and Matty Boland played a key role in an important month for the club.
The month began with St Helens Town arriving at Silver Street in decent form. After a tense first 30 mins, Matty Boland broke the deadlock in the 37th minute, with the deftest of touches from a Rick Peters cross to delicately flick the ball past the visiting keeper, and set his side on the road to victory.
A convincing 3-0 victory against Atherton LR saw Irlam control the game from start to finish, with Boland firing in the 3rd goal, his super quick reactions from a parried out shot saw him volley it first touch back into the LR goal.
One of the toughest games of the month Holker really threaten Irlam. All eyes were on Boland as the defence manned up to keep him under wraps, but it only served to allow midfielder Morrison (2 goals) and Southworth (one) to capitalise on the extra space. Matty Boland won the opposition MOM award.
Next up was a 4-1 win against Cheadle, where Boland again excelled up front, testing the keeper on a number of occasions before finally outwitting the Cheadle defence, with a tight turn and shot to score the fourth goal, and seal another man of the match award on the day.
An away trip to Bacup turned into a season defining performance. Boland's sheer work rate on the day drew plenty of praise around the ground as he drew the sting from the Bacup defence. A tight 1-0 win gave Boland his most satisfying MOM award
That set up a nervy affair at Silver Street, which meant that if Irlam beat Chadderton they would secure promotion to the Premier Division.
A tight first half ended goalless and it looked like the breakthrough wouldn't come, but in the 53rd minute of the game, a loose ball outside the area fell to Boland who rifled it back and into the Chadderton goal to break the deadlock and the visitors resolve. A second goal soon followed, scored by Burgess to seal promotion.
Arguably the biggest test of the season, with a packed crowd at Silver Street, saw Irlam defeat league leaders Hanley Town 2-1.
In a game of few chances, again Boland broke a visiting teams’ resolve, with a half chance smashed past the Hanley keeper from the edge of the area, which was followed minutes later by a second goal to give a 2-0 lead at the break.
The final game of the month was a scrappy affair away at Atherton LR. Despite going a goal down early on, Irlam battled on, and with 8 minutes to go , Boland directed a header goalwards to draw level.
In a history making month for Irlam, Matty played a significant role and is a worthy winner of the award.
GOALKEEPER OF THE MONTH AWARDS
PREMIER DIVISION - GREG HALL OF 1874 NORTHWICH
During April, Greg played in all of 1874’s eleven games, keeping six clean sheets. He showed week in, week out why he was crowned as last season’s League Goalkeeper of the Year.
Whilst the month started very well for the team, securing a dominant win at Padiham, Greg needed to remain alert to the isolated attempts from 1874’s opponents. There was further evidence of how much Greg is held in high regard as a number of Glossop North End supporters were in attendance to cheer him on, travelling to Padiham after their game was postponed.
In the second game of the month, the only goal conceded to Ashton Athletic was from a powerful strike from the edge of the area which gave Greg no chance of saving. Nelson were next up and it was always going to be a tricky away game.
They came out in the second half with more purpose and tested Greg twice early on but he was resolute in his handling. The team had Hall to thank again in the 55th minute, as a Nelson forward fired a great strike towards goal, but he made a brilliant reflex save to turn the ball behind.
Greg helped the team to their first cup final with a solid display at local rivals Barnton, on a terribly wet night. The greasy surface was not helpful for either keeper however Greg gave a very good display to ensure that Barnton could not find the equaliser.
Greg Hall truly made his mark for the Greens in the Mid Cheshire Cup final against local, higher league side Witton Albion. Whilst the team were dominant for most of the game, the Albion did press forward more towards the end of the first half and into the second.
They met a keeper at the top of his game, his handling was exemplary and he oozed class. His confidence that night had a positive impact on the rest of his team. His distribution was fantastic, setting up the move for the first goal to help settle the team.
Everyone present in the ground new it would take something very special to beat Greg but he did not let that happen. An inspirational display from a top keeper.
Four more demanding League games ended the month, with a trip to high flying Runcorn Linnets being significant in the fixture list. 1874 were undone by a well taken penalty, however Greg played his part in ensuring it wasn’t an easy afternoon for the League leaders.
A fierce 25-yard shot was unleashed by a Runcorn attacker which Greg spectacularly tipped over the bar. He also saved well with his feet to deny a Linnets forward. Runcorn’s first goal was conceded as the 74 rear guard did not cut out hopeful ball over and the attacker smashed home from the 6 yard box, giving Greg no chance at all. A few minutes later, Hall had to react quickly to save from a Linnets attacker, who was unmarked at the far post.
Greg showed his immense quality throughout April and was the rock which spurred his team mates to very pleasing League finish of fourth place and a fantastic first piece of silverware for the Club. Greg also builds a rapport with supporters, both home and away and has become a firm favourite with the Green Army.
DIVISION ONE - JACOB LUTY OF STOCKPORT TOWN
A winner of the award in February, Jacob was absolutely superb again in April, playing 7 matches, and keeping 6 clean sheets.
Jacob's distribution has been terrific, always looking to throw the ball out where possible. His ability to stand big and not commit himself when players are through 1 on 1, has snuffed out many good strikers in April.
The month started with two great saves in the away match against St Helens keeping the prolific Andy Gillespie at bay, then when Town took on Northwich Manchester Villa, Jacob made a point blank save from a corner and two close range blocks.
Away at Chadderton, Jacob came off his line well to mop up the danger and tipped a superb free lick over the bar at full stretch.
Away at Holker, Jacob made one fabulous one on one save, and in the final home match against Daisy Hill, in a well contested game, Jake made more fabulous saves at 0-0 to keep Town in the game during a lively first 30 minutes.
Lastly away at Rochdale Town, Jacob dealt well with difficult conditions, tipping one long range effort round the post and claiming a lot of dangerous crosses.
Jacob has grabbed his chance with both hands since taking over as first choice keeper, and now has 13 clean sheets from his 15 matches in total this season, and his performances during April are deserving of another League award.
Player And Goalkeeper Of The Month Awards - April 2016
Fri 6th May 2016 | League Awards
By Ian Templeman
PLAYER OF THE MONTH AWARDS
PREMIER DIVISION - MATTHEW BEADLE OF 1874 NORTHWICH
Matthew Beadle had a fantastic month, which saw his all round play and significant haul of goals warrant man of the match performances. He scored a magnificent 10 goals during April to fire him up the League’s Leading Goalscorer table.
The month couldn’t have started any better for Matty and the team. 1874 hit Padiham for seven with Matty scoring an incredible five goals, the first player in the Club’s history to achieve this and therefore enter him into the 1874 archives.
Having twice gone close to scoring in the first five minutes, Beadle opened his account for the fifth game running with a fierce drive into the net. He made it two by quickly reacting to the ball bouncing back off the bar, heading home from close range. He then turned provider, back heeling the ball into the path of a team mate, who fired home. Beads completed his hat-trick in the 39th minute and made it four in the 45th minute, both from headers.
Matty continued to support his team by creating and setting up chances and had the final say in the 86th minute. His diving header from a pin point cross rounded off a memorable day for him.
He then played in the games against Nelson & AFC Liverpool and despite not scoring in these games, he made a significant contribution in each game by leading the line superbly and helping the team to six important points. Sandwiched in between these League games, was a very tricky Cup semi-final at high flying local rivals Barnton. Matty once again, worked hard on an horrendous evening weather wise and helped to drive his team on to a win and a first cup final appearance.
The 18th April 2016 will be remembered by all 74 supporters for years to come. The team dominated higher ranked Evo-stik League side Witton Albion, the town’s red rivals, to win their very first Senior Cup thanks to a ‘one sided’ three nil victory at Wincham Park.
1874 got off to a flying start. A fantastic move saw an excellent cross from the left which found Matty at the far post and his powerful header sent the Greens into an early lead. Six minutes later and ’74 were two up and Albion were dazed. 1874 continued to press, with Matty a constant threat to the Albion defence and they had their Keeper to thank, when he blocked a Beadle header at point blank range.
In the second half, 1874 continued to push forward with Matty a constant thorn in Albion’s side. A sweeping move saw him combine well with his team mates and it was thanks to a stunning save from the Keeper, that stopped Matty from scoring his second.
With time ticking away, Beadle twisted and turned an Albion defender, prompting him to trip Beads in the penalty area. Matty picked himself up and with the pressure on to seal the game, he calmly stepped up to score and ensure that 1874 lifted the cup. An all-round, top class performance from Matt.
48 hours later, 1874 faced landlords Winsford United. Again Matty was in the thick of it, smashing home a penalty in the top corner to give the Greens the lead. As the game wore on, it became more difficult for the team after being reduced to ten men and seeing a key defender limp off.
Matty played his part in pressing the Winsford goal when he could and also helping to defend. With only five minutes remaining, 1874 were awarded a penalty and once again, the pressure was on to secure a deserved point. Up stepped Beads to convert it and the spoils were shared.
1874 faced a trip to Runcorn Linnets to round off a demanding week. Again Matty made sure that his opponents knew they had to have their wits about them. Whilst Linnets started the livelier, 1874 came into the game more as the half progressed. Matty received the ball on the edge of the area with his back to goal and he turned and fired a shot just wide of the target.
Despite going on to lose the game, Beadle played his part in ensuring that 1874 were a constant threat to the Linnets defence, deserving a share of the spoils. Matty’s final game of the month came as the team made the long journey to Silsden on a Tuesday evening, where he racked up his 34th goal of the season.
The Club is delighted to nominate Matthew Beadle as League player of the month. He showed true ability in every game, proved that he has an incredible eye for goal and made a significant contribution for the Club.
DIVISION ONE - MATTY BOLAND OF IRLAM
April was to become a crucial month for several Clubs as so many had a genuine belief they would get a promotion spot. It was also the month that Irlam put a run of form together that clinched an automatic promotion spot, and Matty Boland played a key role in an important month for the club.
The month began with St Helens Town arriving at Silver Street in decent form. After a tense first 30 mins, Matty Boland broke the deadlock in the 37th minute, with the deftest of touches from a Rick Peters cross to delicately flick the ball past the visiting keeper, and set his side on the road to victory.
A convincing 3-0 victory against Atherton LR saw Irlam control the game from start to finish, with Boland firing in the 3rd goal, his super quick reactions from a parried out shot saw him volley it first touch back into the LR goal.
One of the toughest games of the month Holker really threaten Irlam. All eyes were on Boland as the defence manned up to keep him under wraps, but it only served to allow midfielder Morrison (2 goals) and Southworth (one) to capitalise on the extra space. Matty Boland won the opposition MOM award.
Next up was a 4-1 win against Cheadle, where Boland again excelled up front, testing the keeper on a number of occasions before finally outwitting the Cheadle defence, with a tight turn and shot to score the fourth goal, and seal another man of the match award on the day.
An away trip to Bacup turned into a season defining performance. Boland's sheer work rate on the day drew plenty of praise around the ground as he drew the sting from the Bacup defence. A tight 1-0 win gave Boland his most satisfying MOM award
That set up a nervy affair at Silver Street, which meant that if Irlam beat Chadderton they would secure promotion to the Premier Division.
A tight first half ended goalless and it looked like the breakthrough wouldn't come, but in the 53rd minute of the game, a loose ball outside the area fell to Boland who rifled it back and into the Chadderton goal to break the deadlock and the visitors resolve. A second goal soon followed, scored by Burgess to seal promotion.
Arguably the biggest test of the season, with a packed crowd at Silver Street, saw Irlam defeat league leaders Hanley Town 2-1.
In a game of few chances, again Boland broke a visiting teams’ resolve, with a half chance smashed past the Hanley keeper from the edge of the area, which was followed minutes later by a second goal to give a 2-0 lead at the break.
The final game of the month was a scrappy affair away at Atherton LR. Despite going a goal down early on, Irlam battled on, and with 8 minutes to go , Boland directed a header goalwards to draw level.
In a history making month for Irlam, Matty played a significant role and is a worthy winner of the award.
GOALKEEPER OF THE MONTH AWARDS
PREMIER DIVISION - GREG HALL OF 1874 NORTHWICH
During April, Greg played in all of 1874’s eleven games, keeping six clean sheets. He showed week in, week out why he was crowned as last season’s League Goalkeeper of the Year.
Whilst the month started very well for the team, securing a dominant win at Padiham, Greg needed to remain alert to the isolated attempts from 1874’s opponents. There was further evidence of how much Greg is held in high regard as a number of Glossop North End supporters were in attendance to cheer him on, travelling to Padiham after their game was postponed.
In the second game of the month, the only goal conceded to Ashton Athletic was from a powerful strike from the edge of the area which gave Greg no chance of saving. Nelson were next up and it was always going to be a tricky away game.
They came out in the second half with more purpose and tested Greg twice early on but he was resolute in his handling. The team had Hall to thank again in the 55th minute, as a Nelson forward fired a great strike towards goal, but he made a brilliant reflex save to turn the ball behind.
Greg helped the team to their first cup final with a solid display at local rivals Barnton, on a terribly wet night. The greasy surface was not helpful for either keeper however Greg gave a very good display to ensure that Barnton could not find the equaliser.
Greg Hall truly made his mark for the Greens in the Mid Cheshire Cup final against local, higher league side Witton Albion. Whilst the team were dominant for most of the game, the Albion did press forward more towards the end of the first half and into the second.
They met a keeper at the top of his game, his handling was exemplary and he oozed class. His confidence that night had a positive impact on the rest of his team. His distribution was fantastic, setting up the move for the first goal to help settle the team.
Everyone present in the ground new it would take something very special to beat Greg but he did not let that happen. An inspirational display from a top keeper.
Four more demanding League games ended the month, with a trip to high flying Runcorn Linnets being significant in the fixture list. 1874 were undone by a well taken penalty, however Greg played his part in ensuring it wasn’t an easy afternoon for the League leaders.
A fierce 25-yard shot was unleashed by a Runcorn attacker which Greg spectacularly tipped over the bar. He also saved well with his feet to deny a Linnets forward. Runcorn’s first goal was conceded as the 74 rear guard did not cut out hopeful ball over and the attacker smashed home from the 6 yard box, giving Greg no chance at all. A few minutes later, Hall had to react quickly to save from a Linnets attacker, who was unmarked at the far post.
Greg showed his immense quality throughout April and was the rock which spurred his team mates to very pleasing League finish of fourth place and a fantastic first piece of silverware for the Club. Greg also builds a rapport with supporters, both home and away and has become a firm favourite with the Green Army.
DIVISION ONE - JACOB LUTY OF STOCKPORT TOWN
A winner of the award in February, Jacob was absolutely superb again in April, playing 7 matches, and keeping 6 clean sheets.
Jacob's distribution has been terrific, always looking to throw the ball out where possible. His ability to stand big and not commit himself when players are through 1 on 1, has snuffed out many good strikers in April.
The month started with two great saves in the away match against St Helens keeping the prolific Andy Gillespie at bay, then when Town took on Northwich Manchester Villa, Jacob made a point blank save from a corner and two close range blocks.
Away at Chadderton, Jacob came off his line well to mop up the danger and tipped a superb free lick over the bar at full stretch.
Away at Holker, Jacob made one fabulous one on one save, and in the final home match against Daisy Hill, in a well contested game, Jake made more fabulous saves at 0-0 to keep Town in the game during a lively first 30 minutes.
Lastly away at Rochdale Town, Jacob dealt well with difficult conditions, tipping one long range effort round the post and claiming a lot of dangerous crosses.
Jacob has grabbed his chance with both hands since taking over as first choice keeper, and now has 13 clean sheets from his 15 matches in total this season, and his performances during April are deserving of another League award.
