Reports

5 September - Ferndale Rodbourne 6 - 0 Tetbury Town

Tetbury Town travelled to Ferndale in their opening league game of the new season, which was also their first game since they made the jump to 11-a-side football. On a much bigger pitch than they were used to, the Tetbury boys soon settled and were more than competing with their host rivals, nearly taking the lead when a shot from George Aplin outside the box tested the Ferndale goalkeeper. However Ferndale soon took control of the game and it was no surprise when they scored on 15 minutes. Tetbury never gave in but it was the hosts who scored two more in quick succession just before the break to go in at half time 3-0 up. In the second half Tetbury again competed well but during the later stages they tired quickly and Ferndale eventually ran out 6-0 winners. Josh Bleasdale in the Tetbury goal had a brilliant game and Solomon Scott in midfield also had a fine match. Credit must be given to the Tetbury team as a whole for the way they adapted themselves in this different level of football, which is not what they are used to.

12 December Rodborough Crusaders 11 - 0 Tetbury Town

An early free kick to Tetbury on the edge of the Rodborough box was one of few chances for Tetbury, with Harry Atley shooting just wide. Rodborough then took the initiative and some neat flowing football brought them the lead after just four minutes. Good saves from the Tetbury keeper Luke Norris kept them at bay until midway through the half but eventually they scored three more goals to go into the half time break 4-0 up.

Rodborough increased the lead to 5-0 early in the 2nd half but the Tetbury players didn't lose heart and were unlucky not to get a couple of goals. Skipper George Dandridge fired a shot just over the bar and, shortly after, a fine run and shot from Man of the Match Jordan Crosthwaite was saved by the keeper. Callum Hoare was in goal for Tetbury in the 2nd half and he made some fine saves but couldn't prevent Rodborough from scoring, with the final tally 11-0 to the home team.

5 December - Tetbury Town 1 - 6 Rockleaze Rangers Black

Despite being under pressure from the start, Tetbury defended well and managed to hold Rockleaze off until the sixth minute when they scored their first goal. This set the scene, with Tetbury's defence continually called upon to halt Rockleaze's attacks. Tetbury had one chance when a shot from Harry Atley went wide, but by half time, Rockleaze were 0-3 up.

The second half started with a long range effort from Man of the Match Jordan Crosthwaite that went wide and a good save by Callum Hoare. But a minute later Rockleaze scored again and despite Tetbury’s valiant efforts they soon increased their lead to 0-5. Midway through the second half Tetbury’s captain George Dandridge played a great ball into the box to Harry Atley, whose cool left footed finish made the score 1-5. More saves by Callum in the Tetbury goal kept the scoreline relatively respectable, however one more goal from Rockleaze made the final score 1-6.

21 November - Golden Valley Rangers 4 – 0 Tetbury Town

Tetbury started strongly and had a shout for a penalty turned down after a good run by Harry Atley. Soon after, a fine shot by Man of the Match Zac Robins was saved by the Golden Valley keeper. Tetbury continued to attack with great interlinking play between Tom Fisher and Harry Atley who was running the game. Jordan Crosthwaite came close to scoring with a thunderbolt from near the halfway line. A rare breakaway by Golden Valley brought them a goal against the run of play halfway through the first half and this shook Tetbury, but they soon got back into the game with Tom shooting just wide and a shot from Harry hitting the bar. To make matters worse Golden Valley nicked another goal just before halftime and went into the break 2-0 up.

The second half saw Golden Valley start strongly and score again to make it 3-0. Tetbury couldn't find the same level of football again and Golden Valley took control, completing the scoring with a final goal just before the end. Tetbury still has to find that elusive away win this season.

15 November - Tetbury Town 3 – 0 Cam Everside

Tetbury got off to a bright start for this home game with the whole team playing neat football. Chances began to come with efforts from Zac Robins, Luke Freeman and Jordan Crosthwaite all going close. The breakthrough came with Tom Fisher’s lovely shot from outside the box that beat the Cam keeper. This was quickly followed by a goal from Harry Atley. Two minutes before the interval Tetbury made it 3-0 with a goal from Callum Hoare, a fine reward for some outstanding play by the home side.

The second half saw more pressure from Tetbury. Shots from Jordan Crosthwaite, George Dandridge and Luke Freeman brought fantastic saves from the Cam keeper. Cam never gave up and created some chances of their own, including a fine shot from their striker which was saved by Tetbury keeper Luke Norris. A fantastic display from Tetbury skipper George Dandridge earned him the title of Man of the Match and ensured that Tetbury kept their second clean sheet of the season. At the other end an outstanding performance by the Cam keeper meant the score remained the same at full time, 3-0 to Tetbury.

24 October - Forest Green Rovers 11 - 2 Tetbury Town

Tetbury Town’s U11s had a bad away day on Saturday when Forest Green took the initiative from the kick off and were ahead within two minutes thanks to some neat flowing football. With the rain pouring down, Tetbury weren't able to create any chances of their own, and despite valiant defending by Zac Robins and George Dandridge, Forest Green were 5-0 up at half time.

The second half saw more of the same and unfortunately Tetbury’s woes were compounded when they lost their keeper, Luke Norris, due to injury. Callum Hoare was a brave replacement and managed a couple of good saves, but Forest Green continued to find the back of the Tetbury net and stretched their lead to 10-0. However, Tetbury didn't give up and they tried to attack Forest Green in search of a consolation goal. This duly came following a goalmouth scramble with Luke Freeman poking in from close range. Right at the end of the game Tetbury scored another when Sam Hoare finished from a George Dandridge assist.

Tetbury’s squad consisted of captain George Dandridge, Zac Robins, Luke Freeman, Tom Fisher, Sam Hoare, Callum Hoare, Dominik Bucki, Ruben Chapman and Luke Norris, who was voted Man of the Match by manager Ian Chapman.

10 October - Kings Stanley United 12 – 1 Tetbury Town

With Tetbury missing three key players, this was a one sided away match in which Kings Stanley dominated from the kick-off with neat, passing football. By half-time they were deservedly 4-0 up. Credit, however, must go to the Tetbury players for not giving up or letting their heads go down.

The second half continued in much the same way with Kings Stanley continuing to score freely. Tetbury did get one consolation goal when Tom Fisher’s corner was deflected in by a Kings Stanley defender. This was a much deserved reward for a battling performance by Tom.

The squad, managed by Ian Chapman, all gave their best effort . They included Luke Norris, Zac Robins, Sam Hoare (C), Callum Hoare, Dominik Bucki, Ruben Chapman and Man of the Match Jordan Crosthwaite, who earned the title for defending well right up until the final whistle.

30 September - Tetbury Town 2 - 0 Golden Valley Rangers Chalford

Tetbury’s U11’s started the game with passion and determination and dominated this home league match from the kick off. Tetbury’s squad, managed by Ian Chapman, included Man of the Match Jordan Crosthwaite, Luke Norris, George Dandridge (C), Harry Atley, Luke Freeman, Tom Fisher, Sam Hoare, Ruben Chapman, Callum Hoare and Dominik Bucki. Continuous flowing attacking movements produced numerous efforts that either just missed the target or were saved by the Golden Valley keeper. With Tetbury's defence again keeping a disciplined shape, Golden Valley were denied any opportunities at goal. With Luke Freeman and George Dandridge coming closest to scoring, Tetbury couldn't find the net and the half time score was 0-0.

In the second half, Tetbury continued to take the game to Golden Valley. Tom Fisher produced a great shot only to see it hit the bar. Eventually Tetbury got their deserved breakthrough when Tom Fisher’s lovely, floated free kick into the box was put into the net by Sam Hoare. Shortly after, good play from Luke Freeman gave Sam his chance to grab his second goal. It was a well deserved win for Tetbury, with the whole squad producing a great footballing display.

23 September - Tetbury Town 1 - 2 Kings Stanley United

A rousing home game between Tetbury Town’s Under 11’s and Kings Stanley United saw both teams giving their all in the Attwoolls Shield Cup Preliminary Round, which took place on Wednesday (September 23rd).Tetbury Town’s squad, managed by Ian Chapman, consisted of Man of the Match Luke Freeman, Luke Norris, Jordan Crosthwaite, George Dandridge (C), Zac Robins, Tom Fisher, Sam Hoare, Callum Hoare and Dominik Bucki. Kings Stanley dominated much of the possession in the first half, playing some neat football. However Tetbury maintained a good shape and defended well. Tetbury's keeper, Luke Norris produced some fine saves. When Tetbury did get possession they, too, played some good football, which was rewarded with a goal by Luke Freeman following a free kick on the edge of the Kings Stanley box.

At half time the score was 1-0 to Tetbury.The second half saw both teams playing neat football with Luke Norris again making some fine saves and Tetbury having the odd chance to score from counter attacks. As the game went on Kings Stanley began to throw everything at Tetbury looking for the equaliser but Tetbury held firm with magnificent defending from the whole team. The equaliser eventually came through with 4 minutes remaining, a disappointing scrappy goal for Tetbury to concede. Heartbreak for Tetbury followed two minutes later as Kings Stanley scored another goal, a fine effort from the left edge of the penalty area sealing the win. A valiant effort from all the players and a superb match for the neutral spectator!

16 September - Tetbury Town 8 - 4 Eastcombe Youth

With a strong wind behind them, Eastcombe started the game well. It was a tight game but Tetbury scored the opening goal from a header by Harry Atley from a long throw-in by Luke Freeman. Further goals for Tetbury by Harry Atley (1), Luke Freeman (2) and Sam Hoare (1) made the score 5-0 to Tetbury at half time.

Tetbury dominated at the start of the second half with a strong performance in midfield by Harry Atley and further goals by Luke Freeman (2) and ZacRobins (1) put them 8-0 ahead. With Tetbury making changes Eastcombe came back into the game and scored 4 goals to make the final score Tetbury 8 Eastcombe 4. Tetbury Town MoM - Harry Atley

12 September - Wotton Rovers Lions 3 - 1 Tetbury Town

Tetbury started brightly playing some neat football. Wotton soon found their feet though and started to get on top of the game. However, Tetbury took the lead in the 14th minute through Sam Hoare (assist George Dandridge). Wotton continued to press and hit the post soon after. They got the equaliser a couple of minutes before half time and then followed that with another goal just before the whistle, 2-1 to Wotton.

Tetbury tried to get back into the game in the second half but couldn't get through a strong Wotton defence. Wotton eventually got a 3rd goal to kill off the game. Tetbury kept going to the end but couldn't find a way through. Tetbury MoM: Jordan Crosthwaite - commanding in the defence once again.

10 September - Tetbury Town 7 - 3 Stonehouse Town

A tightly fought game with Tetbury going ahead in the 3rd minute through a headed goal by Harry Atley. Stonehouse levelled in the 9th minute as a result of a penalty being awarded. Tetbury then had a penalty for handball by a Stonehouse defender but it was well saved by the keeper. Further goals by Sam Hoare (2) and skipper George Dandridge made it 4-1 to Tetbury at half time.

A bright start by Stonehouse in the 2nd half saw them score in the 1st minute. This was followed by a tight period of play where Tetbury were looking to hold on to their lead. In the 10th minute a superb goal by Luke Freeman - a lob over the keeper from near the halfway line - saw Tetbury extend their lead to 5-2. Soon after Sam completed his hat-trick and Zak Robins added the 7th goal for Tetbury. Stonehouse didn't give up and scored their 3rd goal. Both teams kept going to the final whistle, a credit to all the players.