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  • 🎉⚽ January Team of the Month – Presented in Style! ⚽🎉

    🎉⚽ January Team of the Month – Presented in Style! ⚽🎉

    Today, our Chair made the trip to see Worcester Raiders to proudly present their well-earned January Team of the Month award! 🏆

    After a fantastic run of performances, full of commitment, teamwork and quality football, it was only right that the squad received recognition for their outstanding month. From the players to the coaching staff, everyone has played their part in making January one to remember!

    A huge congratulations to Worcester Raiders – your hard work, determination and team spirit have truly paid off. 👏🔥

    Here’s to building on that momentum and seeing what the rest of the season brings! 💪⚽

  • Saturday Football Round-Up: Penalties, Goal Gluts and 1,555 Reasons to Love the Hellenic League

    Saturday Football Round-Up: Penalties, Goal Gluts and 1,555 Reasons to Love the Hellenic League

    Saturday 17 January delivered a full menu of non-league entertainment across the Isuzu FA Vase and the Hellenic League, with penalty shoot-out drama, emphatic league victories and no shortage of goals — all watched by a combined 1,555 supporters who braved January conditions to back their sides.

    And if you ever needed 1,555 reasons to come and watch the Hellenic League, this was it: action packed with drama, great goals, epic saves and just a tiny touch of referee controversy — the good kind that keeps everyone talking on the way home. Give us this any day over the so-called top flight.

    FA Vase: Nerves of Steel Required

    There was knockout tension in the Isuzu FA Vase, starting at Downton where 190 spectators were treated to a goalless stalemate between the hosts and Slimbridge. Clear chances were at a premium, and with neither side able to break through, penalties were required. Downton kept their composure to edge the shoot-out 4–3 and book their place in the next round — goalkeepers and heart-rate monitors earning their keep.

    Hallen and Hythe & Dibden served up a similar script in front of 110 fans. Harrison Fairman put Hallen ahead shortly after the break, only for Harrison Clarke to respond almost immediately for the visitors. With the scores locked at 1–1, it was once again down to penalties, where Hallen proved the cooler customers, winning 4–2 from the spot.

    Premier Division: Big Wins and Big Statements

    In the Hellenic Premier Division, Cirencester Town were in ruthless form, dismantling Westfields 5–1. Harlie Price stole the headlines with four goals, supported by strikes from Zac Powell and Theo Jeremy, as 148 supporters watched a second-half blitz that left little doubt about the outcome.

    The biggest crowd of the day — 259 strong — was at Droitwich Spa, though the home supporters endured a tough afternoon as Cinderford Town ran out 4–0 winners. Jack Watts helped himself to a second-half brace, underlining a dominant away performance.

    Corsham Town did their damage early at Hereford Pegasus, with Nick McCoottie netting twice before half-time. From there, Corsham managed the game well to secure a 2–0 victory in front of 65 spectators.

    Mangotsfield United claimed a solid 2–0 home win over Fairford Town, breaking the deadlock after the hour before sealing the points late on. A disciplined performance watched by 233 fans.

    Pershore Town and Cribbs shared the spoils in a competitive 1–1 draw. Cribbs led through Kieran Clayton, but Pershore showed resilience, with Jamie Lucas grabbing a late equaliser to earn a point in front of 119 in attendance.

    Tuffley Rovers and Royal Wootton Bassett Town produced one of the games of the day, with the visitors edging a 3–2 thriller. Goals flew in at both ends, keeping the 118-strong crowd fully entertained and goalkeepers permanently on edge.

    Worcester Raiders made home advantage count, defeating Lydney Town 3–1. Goals in both halves ensured a deserved win, with 112 spectators watching Raiders continue their positive run.

    Division One: Clinical Finishing on Display

    In Division One, Bewdley Town were efficient and controlled in a 2–0 win over Chipping Sodbury Town, scoring once in each half to secure the points in front of 62 supporters.

    FC Stratford delivered one of the standout performances of the afternoon, sweeping aside Cheltenham Saracens 4–0. Toby Nichol was in devastating form, helping himself to a hat-trick as 61 fans enjoyed a comfortable home victory.

    Malmesbury Victoria were equally convincing on the road, defeating Ludlow Town 4–0. Lewis-James Bexton-Shaw bagged a hat-trick, ensuring the visitors left with maximum points — and the Ludlow goalkeeper left with plenty to think about — watched by 40 spectators.

    Newent Town completed the day’s action with an impressive 4–1 away win at Wellington. After falling behind early, Newent responded emphatically with four goals of their own, turning the game on its head in front of 38 supporters.

    📊 By the Numbers

    Across 13 played fixtures, a total of:

    1,555 spectators

    turned out to support local football — proof once again that the Hellenic League delivers week in, week out. Drama, goals, saves, stories… and you’re close enough to hear the shouts from the dugouts. What more do you want?

    Written by: AI (with a touch of human help!)

    Cover Photo: Pete Kinsella

  • Hellenic Division One – Saturday 20 December

    Hellenic Division One – Saturday 20 December

    Late drama, hard-working volunteers, and one scoreline that keeps turning heads

    Brimscombe & Thrupp P–P Redditch Borough

    (Match called off Friday – pitch flooding)

    This fixture was rightly called off on Friday after flooding left the pitch unplayable. Anyone involved at Brimscombe knows the effort that goes into maintaining a local community ground, often by volunteers working around jobs and family life. Despite their best efforts, the weather won this round. The right call was made early, Redditch Borough avoided a wasted journey, and football will return when the pitch — and the people who care for it — are ready.

    Carterton 2–2 Bewdley Town

    (HT: 1–0 | Att: 35)

    Finlay Baker put Carterton ahead on 41 minutes before Zach Scott equalised on 49. Carterton responded through Kai Del Kiffen, but Ryan Bangay’s 90+5 strike rescued a point for Bewdley at the very end. Another reminder that in Division One, the final whistle is never early.

    Cheltenham Saracens 1–1 Clanfield 85

    (HT: 0–1 | Att: 40)

    Clanfield struck early through Kenzie Taylor and then spent long spells defending their lead. Ryan Dobbins levelled on 60 minutes, and while Saracens pushed on, Clanfield held firm to secure a point — not glamorous, but points count just the same.

    Chipping Sodbury Town P–P Ludlow Town

    Another fixture lost to the conditions. Behind the postponement is a community club where a small group of volunteers work tirelessly to keep football running week after week. Sometimes the weather has other ideas, but the commitment at Chipping Sodbury ensures the game will be back soon enough.

    FC Stratford 2–0 Malmesbury Victoria

    (HT: 1–0 | Att: 55)

    A composed performance from Stratford. Jake Williams opened the scoring early before Tony Nicoll sealed the win late on. Efficient, controlled, and well managed.

    Shortwood United 1–4 Newent Town

    (HT: 0–1 | Att: 71)

    Newent Town were sharp and decisive, with George Brand netting twice. Goals from Kyle Taylor and Sam Judge added to the tally, while Alfie Bradshaw grabbed a late consolation for Shortwood.

    Stonehouse Town 4–0 Woodford United

    (HT: 2–0 | Att: 72)

    Stonehouse dominated throughout. First-half goals from Harley Hudd and Spencer Martin set them on their way, with Finn Rees and Josh Beadle adding further goals late on in a convincing display.

    Wantage Town 7–0 Thame United Reserves

    (HT: 1–0 | Att: 164)

    Congratulations once again to Wantage Town on another standout scoreline this season.

    A hat-trick from Callum Crook, two goals from Matthew Cheetham, an own goal, and a late finish from Josh Davis completed a ruthless performance that continues to raise eyebrows across the division.

    🏁 Division One Summary

    Postponements reminded us of the people behind the scenes, late goals delivered the drama, and Wantage underlined their credentials in emphatic fashion. Division One — powered as much by community effort as it is by footballing moments.

    Written By: AI

    Cover image credit: Bewdley Town “X”

  • Dacres Hat-Trick Seals Chipping Sodbury Town Victory

    Dacres Hat-Trick Seals Chipping Sodbury Town Victory

    Chipping Sodbury Town secured a deserved 3–1 home victory over the University of Bristol on Friday 13 December, thanks to a superb hat-trick from Tyler Dacres.

    Playing in front of the home support at Chipping Sodbury, Dacres delivered a clinical performance in front of goal, scoring all three of the hosts’ goals to put the game beyond doubt. His finishing proved the difference in a competitive contest, with the visitors unable to contain his attacking threat.

    The University of Bristol did manage to find the net, but Chipping Sodbury Town remained in control throughout, showing composure and resilience to see out the win.

    In recognition of his outstanding performance, Tyler Dacres was presented with the match ball after the final whistle by Chipping Sodbury Town Chair, James Mapstone, a fitting reward for a memorable individual display.

    The victory adds another positive result for Chipping Sodbury Town as they continue to build momentum on home soil.

    Written by: AI