Bits and Pieces
Wed 10th April 2019 | Bits & Pieces | By Ian Templeman
Ashton Athletic - the Yellows Development squad finished off a superb season at the weekend, by clinching the Cheshire League Division 2 title with a 5-3 win away at Holmes Chapel Hurricanes.
It's been an impressive season from the young Yellows, finishing with 61 points from 24 games and winning 20 games along the way.
A statement on the club website said: "The boys have been consistent throughout the year for such a young team in a highly competitive league.
The future looks bright for the Young Yellows and the management team of Paul Piert and Matt Mason have done a top quality job in guiding them to the trophy".
Lower Breck - a bucket collection for local charity Love Jasmine will be held at Saturday's game at home to Longridge Town.
Love, Jasmine was established by Rob and Kathy Lapsley following the death of their daughter Jasmine in August 2014, and supports bereaved family’s following the loss of a child.
More information on the charity can be found by clicking here.
Squires Gate - The former Leeds United, Bristol City, Barnsley and England star Norman Hunter is the guest at a Sportsman’s dinner, which will be held at teh Brian Addsion Stadium on Thursday 25th April.
Teaming up with Gate chairman and compere for the night Tony Jo, and legendary comedian Johnnie Casson, Norman comes to Blackpool to tell of tales of his England, current football and that Leeds United team!
The night gets underway at 7:30 with doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are priced at £27.50 and are available from the club, dress is smart casual with a meal included in the ticket price.
Prestwich Heys - the penultimate home game of the season on April 20th against Garstang will be an Heys Old Boys day. All players from past eras are invited to go down to Adie Moran Park to meet former team mates and watch the current Heys class of 2019.
Ashton Town - the top French sports publication Le Equipe have publsihed a feature on Pascal Chimbonda's recent spell with Ashton Town.
Under a headline of "L'improbable comeback de Chimbonda" the article features several quotes from Town Chairman Mark Hayes along with a picture of Pascal in action during his debut game against Bacup Borough.
West Didsbury & Chorlton - Following the success of a 7-a-side competition earlier in the season, West have announced a 5-a-side tournament will take place on Easter Monday, 22nd April, before the Premier Division clash against Abbey Hey in the afternoon.
Entry costs £10 per person, or £60 per complete side, which will also include entry to the Abbey Hey game and a drink once the tournament is over. Entry forms can be completed on the club website by clicking here.
Charnock Richard - Congratulations to the club's Under 16s team who won the Mark Bottomley Memorial Trophy at the Lancashire FA County Ground on the last Friday in March. They defeated Bamber Bridge 5-4 on penalties after the game ended 1-1.
Bits and Pieces
Wed 10th April 2019 | Bits & Pieces
By Ian Templeman
Ashton Athletic - the Yellows Development squad finished off a superb season at the weekend, by clinching the Cheshire League Division 2 title with a 5-3 win away at Holmes Chapel Hurricanes.
It's been an impressive season from the young Yellows, finishing with 61 points from 24 games and winning 20 games along the way.
A statement on the club website said: "The boys have been consistent throughout the year for such a young team in a highly competitive league.
The future looks bright for the Young Yellows and the management team of Paul Piert and Matt Mason have done a top quality job in guiding them to the trophy".
Lower Breck - a bucket collection for local charity Love Jasmine will be held at Saturday's game at home to Longridge Town.
Love, Jasmine was established by Rob and Kathy Lapsley following the death of their daughter Jasmine in August 2014, and supports bereaved family’s following the loss of a child.
More information on the charity can be found by clicking here.
Squires Gate - The former Leeds United, Bristol City, Barnsley and England star Norman Hunter is the guest at a Sportsman’s dinner, which will be held at teh Brian Addsion Stadium on Thursday 25th April.
Teaming up with Gate chairman and compere for the night Tony Jo, and legendary comedian Johnnie Casson, Norman comes to Blackpool to tell of tales of his England, current football and that Leeds United team!
The night gets underway at 7:30 with doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are priced at £27.50 and are available from the club, dress is smart casual with a meal included in the ticket price.
Prestwich Heys - the penultimate home game of the season on April 20th against Garstang will be an Heys Old Boys day. All players from past eras are invited to go down to Adie Moran Park to meet former team mates and watch the current Heys class of 2019.
Ashton Town - the top French sports publication Le Equipe have publsihed a feature on Pascal Chimbonda's recent spell with Ashton Town.
Under a headline of "L'improbable comeback de Chimbonda" the article features several quotes from Town Chairman Mark Hayes along with a picture of Pascal in action during his debut game against Bacup Borough.
West Didsbury & Chorlton - Following the success of a 7-a-side competition earlier in the season, West have announced a 5-a-side tournament will take place on Easter Monday, 22nd April, before the Premier Division clash against Abbey Hey in the afternoon.
Entry costs £10 per person, or £60 per complete side, which will also include entry to the Abbey Hey game and a drink once the tournament is over. Entry forms can be completed on the club website by clicking here.
Charnock Richard - Congratulations to the club's Under 16s team who won the Mark Bottomley Memorial Trophy at the Lancashire FA County Ground on the last Friday in March. They defeated Bamber Bridge 5-4 on penalties after the game ended 1-1.
