| New Arrival at Woodside: | 23/07/2010 |
| Everyone involved with AFC Woodham would like to congratulate Chris & Sara on the birth of Isaac Louie Firminger earlier today. |
| Tournament Photos Now in Match Order: | 21/07/2010 |
To try and make it easier for both parents and players to view matches they were involved with, we have asked the photographer to break these down into the individual matches, with over 1800 photos taken on the day this has been a big task, but we are pleased to confirm that they are available to view online as follows.
U6 Pitch 1
Match 1: Whippets v Ashingdon
Match 2: Ashingdon v Focus Ferrers
Match 3: Focus Ferrers v Whippets
U6 Pitch 2
Match 1: Woodpeckers v Focus Ferrers
Match 2: Whippets v Woodpeckers
Match 3: Ashingdon v Woodpeckers
U12 Pitch 1
Match 1: AFC Barcelona v Runwell Hospital
Match 2: Maldon Saints Greens v AFC Valencia
Match 3: Runwell Hospital v AFC Valencia
Match 4: AFC Barcelona v Maldon Saints Greens
Match 5: Maldon Saints Greens v Runwell Hospital
Match 6: AFC Barcelona v AFC Valencia
U12 Pitch 2
Match 1: Dark Lane Dynamos v Focus Ferre... Read more |
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| Additional Player Photos Required: | 19/07/2010 |
Due to a change in the registration documents we require 2 additional photos for all the Warriors and Wanderers players 2010/11 registrations.
If possible can everyone get these to Chris by Tuesday 27th July.
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| Tournament Photos Now Available: | 19/07/2010 |
Photographs taken at our recent tournament are now available to view and order online.
Please visit www.ideazzz.co.uk, the photos are in 7 sections U6 Action, U12 Action, Semi-Finals, Playoff, Final & Team/Trophy.
If you have any questions about ordering photos please contact Paul at Ideazzz using the following email address psg@dsl-pipex.com
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| AFC Summer Break: | 18/07/2010 |
AFC Woodham will be closing its doors to all teams & Superstrikers for a WELL EARNED SUMMER BREAK.
Thursday Training will resume on Thursday 19th August 2010 at 6pm and Saturdays Whippets, Woodpeckers & Superstrikers sessions will resume on Saturday 21st August 2010 from 9am.
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| 2010 Tournament a Huge Success: | 12/07/2010 |
This weekends 7's tournament proved another success congratulation to Dark Lane Dynamos the eventual winners.
The club would like to thank everyone who gave up thier time to help run this event.
Full report to follow soon |
| Superstrikers Off to Ashingdon: | 12/07/2010 |
The Superstrikers hit the road again this weekend playing in the Ashingdon Tournament on Saturday 17th July 2010, Kick Off 1:00pm.
Please meet at Meadowbank at 12:00
There will be no Superstrikers on Saturday morning |
| Warriors & Wanderers Training Break: | 12/07/2010 |
Both the Warriors and Wanderers are now on a well deserved summer break.
Training will resume mid August. |
| AFC Woodham Squad Meeting Times: | 07/07/2010 |
Can all AFC Woodham U6 & U12 players taking part in this weekends tournament meet at Meadowbank Park at 9:00am
Please note that all club members should park at Woodside opposite the pitch, and not Meadowbank.
Anyone not able to play please contact Chris ASAP. |
| AFC Shine at 3G Tournament: | 05/07/2010 |
AFC Woodham certainly put the club on the map as the Club took part in a fine tournament held in Southend today.
The U12 side were playing in a group of five and needed to play well to progress through.
This tournament was an 11 a side format with games being held on the new 3rd generation surface at the impressive 'play football' venue.
With the club putting in an u13 side into the Southend & District youth Sunday league we were grouped with a very high standard of teams, being A division Dark Lane Dynamos & Catholic Minors, along with B division teams, Ahingdon Youth and Essex Royals.
With a 50/50 split of Warriors/Wanderers from last season it was going to be a tough day, but all the boys looked relaxed and up for it.
The squad today was: Andrew Butcher, Louis Grisedale, Tom Hajduckzek, Jack Blenkarn, Louie Stone, Leon Walker, Daniel Chettur, James Wilsher, Danny Price, Oliver Firminger, Tom Parks, Brad Reade, Adam Rean a... Read more |
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| Southend 3G Tournament Squad: | 03/07/2010 |
With players having pre arranged commitments this Sunday, we now have the revised AFC Woodham squad travelling to Southend on Sunday Morning, Meeting at Meadowbank Park at 8.15am
Louis Grisedale
Andrew Butcher
Adam Rean
Tom Parks
Nathan Reavell
Dominic Naylor
Danny Price
James Wilsher
Luis Cooke
Brad Reade
Louie Stone
Tom Hajduczec
Jack Blenkarn
Lewis Jones
Daniel Chettur
Oliver Firminger
Leon Walker
If Anyone on this list cannot make it, please contact chris ASAP.
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| Thursdays Training Postponed: | 03/07/2010 |
Due to tournament preparations, Thursdays training session has been cancelled.
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| Training Still On: | 01/07/2010 |
Just to confirm that we will be holding a normal training session for the boys not involved in the match against Vipers.
We will be able to train on the area next to the pitch. |
| Accolade for Warriors: | 30/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham Warriors have won The Blackwater & Dengie League Sportsmanship award for last season.
The award is nominated by all other teams competing in the league. Well done the Warriors.
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| Southend 3G Tournament: | 29/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham will be taking a team to Southend this Sunday to compete in a 5 Team Tournament featuring local teams in the Southend Area.
The teams competing in this 11 a side competition are:
Dark Lane Dynamos
AFC WOODHAM
Ashingdon Youth
Catholic Minors
Essex Royals.
We will be meeting @ Meadowbank Park at 8.15 am on Sunday Morning.
Games will be played on the new state of the art 3G synthetic pitch - a surface used by profesional football clubs. The surface is much longer than the astro pitches we use, and is more life like and certainly an experience playing on it.
Games kick off at 9.20 am with group games finishing at 12.20pm.
Semi Final & final Matches will be played from 12.40pm - 1.30pm.
4 of the 5 teams go through to the semi finals with the lowest team dropping out.
Games are a straight 15 mins total with no break during games.
Players Selected ... Read more |
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| Tournament Meeting - Important | 29/06/2010 |
We will be holding our last tournament meeting on Thursday 1st July at 8.30pm at the Oaklands Hotel.
Sorry for the short notice, but the club want to confim a few items regarding the tournament.
All are welcome.
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| Friendly v Vipers Youth | 29/06/2010 |
We have arranged a friendly game this Thursday with a 6.30 kick off at Meadowbank Park.
Training will begin as usual at 6.00 at Meadowbank Park, but finish a little later at 7.30pm
Players Selected for match are:
Andrew Butcher
Ben Grimwood
Leon Walker
Dominic Naylor
Tom Hajduczek
Lewis Jones
Matthew Olsen
Tom Parks
Luis Cooke
Jamie Hatcher
Nathan Reavell
Oliver Firminger
Daniel Chettur
Shaun Barratt
Ben Beaumont
Charlie Demmel
If you cannot play in this game, please contact Chris ASAP.
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| Ground Improvements: | 26/06/2010 |
Our ever improving Meadowbank Park will undergo further ground improvements during our summer break.
Apart from the usual turf maintenance we will be carrying out renovations to both goal areas and working on the new U7 pitch. |
| Presentation Evening - A Night to Remember: | 26/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham hosted their 3rd presentation evening last night at the impressive new function room & gardens of Club Woodham.
A warm sunny evening greeted players, parents and supporters of both the Warriors and Wanderers.
120 people attended this event and the club surprised the players as Arsenal and England Legend Ray Parlour was guest of honour for the Meadowbank Park Club.
As guests arrived they were presented with the very impressive evening programme produced by Ray Chettur and after everbody had settled in Chris gave his unusually short Chairmans speech, highlighting the clubs season.
Both Brad and Rob gave a speech regarding both the Warriors and Wanderers seasons, before the boys were presented with their trophies by Ray Parlour.
All the players recieved a trophy, with individual awards being presented afterwards.
Again the boys got involved in our raffle which had some very good prizes to win, and the club rai... Read more |
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| U12s Summer Break: | 25/06/2010 |
Meadowbank Park will be closing its doors for a well earned break from 22nd July.
We will be taking a summer break in mid July for 3 weeks.. There will be no training sessions on Thursday 22nd July, Thursday 29th July and Thursday 5th August.
We will be back on Thursday 12th August at Meadowbank Park.
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| Presentation Evening: | 25/06/2010 |
Boys will not have to wear their club polo shirts to this evenings event.
The function will be held to the rear of the club and we have exclusive use of the gardens and rear function room.
There is an outside bar as well as an indoor bar with plenty of room in the rear garden.
We will be holding a raffle and if anyone can donate a prize, it would be appreciated by the club.
AFC Woodham hope everyone involved will have an enjoyable evening.
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| Southend League Update: | 25/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham will be competing alongside 9 other teams next season in the Southend District Sunday Youth League.
Teams are:
AFC WOODHAM
Catholic United Minors
Daneswood
Elmwood Colts
Hamlet Court
Hawkwell Athleetic
Island Boys
Basildon Wanderers
Thorpe Bay Rangers
Stadium United FC
The season starts on Sunday September 19th 2010 and concludes at the end of April 2011
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| Kits: | 25/06/2010 |
Kits should be with us by mid July, as it is a very busy time of year for all manufacturers.
We are getting sample sizes next week as well as training equipment.
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| AFC Woodham Team for Friendly 27th June: | 20/06/2010 |
Team:
Andrew Butcher
Louis Grisedale
Dominic Naylor
Tom Whitelock
Jack Blenkarn
Louie Stone
Jamie Cox
Matthew Fenton
James Wilsher
Luke Harrop
Adam Rean
Tom Parks
Nathan Reavell
Luis Cooke
Ben Grimwood
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| Wolves News Update: | 16/06/2010 |
We potentially have a 'friendly' match this Saturday 3pm at meadowbank against Hawkwell Utd. I am just awaiting on confirmation from Chris as to whether the opposition can make this time etc. Please let me know if your boy will be unavailable if it does go ahead.
We will have training this Thursday and then next week will be the last session before breaking for the whole of July before returning in August for pre-season training and friendlies. We intend that next weeks training session will be very informal maybe do something along the lines of Woodham Wolves Olympics and maybe some Woodhams got Talent thrown in as well, so please bring a picnic along and join in the fun.
We will be setting all the boys objectives to complete during their month off, a bit of homework if you like.
Please bring your paperwork along on Thursday evening for AFC Woodham if you need me to provide extra copies or anything let me know.
Don't ... Read more |
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| Superstrikers Presentation Day: | 13/06/2010 |
Fantastic Afternoon fun at Meadowbank.
A fine day was had by all at our first AFC Woodham Superstrikers Presentation Day.
Over 120 People attended this event as the club thanked everyone for their support for the year.
With 2 bouncy castles present, fun and games on the pitch and BBQ and refreshments to hand, everyone had a great day in the sun on saturday afternoon.
Presentation trophies were handed out by Scott to all 22 players, along with a Dads match and Mums penalty Competition.
Man of the Match for the Dads match winning a bottle of red wine was Andy 'Dave' Morgan with a fine display and the Mums Penalty competition saw the Morgan Family take a clean sweep with Pauline taking the bottle of Champagne as the winner.
Thanks must go to Lee Sadler & Paul Cannon for their continued hard work all day in setting up and clearing up along with endless beer drinking!
Also to Scott Jones and Rob Jones for he... Read more |
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| Wolves Head to London Tournament: | 13/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham Wolves travel to the Capital today to take part in a tournament in North London.
Good Luck today and we will keep you posted on their progress.
C'mon the Wolves!!!
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| Superstrikers Presentation Day: | 12/06/2010 |
All this afternoons events will be taking place on the main pitch at Meadowbank Park and replaces our morning session.
Can all superstrikers players, please turn up in kit & trainers as we will be taking photos on the day, ready to go on our new website, which is under construction.
Thank you very much for the support from all the parents and helping organise todays events.
We will be providing Gazeebos, bouncy castles, Burgers/sausages and cold drinks for the children.
Thank you to everyone who is preparing additional food for this event, this is what a club is all about.
Remember to bring a chair with you.
If anyone can spare a patio set style plastic table, we would be very greatful if we could borrow it.
PLEASE CAN ALL PARENTS ATTENDING THIS EVENT PARK IN OUR CAR PARK NEXT TO THE PITCH
Todays Itenary:
12.00 Gates Open.
12.30 SUPERSTRIKERS MINI MATCH 10 min each way- Main Pitc... Read more |
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| Runwell Fixture: | 12/06/2010 |
With a few boys dropping out the squad today, we have drafted in Daniel Chettur, Lewis Jones and Luis Cooke.
Can all boys wear the green/black training kit please.
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| Registration Fees & Photos: | 11/06/2010 |
We need all completed forms to us by 15th June please. We still have outstanding forms and would apprieciate your prompt response.
Completed forms includ 2 passport photos and Registration payment for £ 30.00
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| AFC Woodham Multiple Registration Fees: | 11/06/2010 |
AFC WOODHAM REGISTRATION FEES REGARDING PARENTS WITH MORE THAN 1 PLAYER AT CLUB.
We have decided to reduce the monthly outlay to parents with more than 1 child at AFC Woodham.
Instead of 2 x £18.00 payments, the secondary payment will be dropped to £12.00 saving £ 6.00 per month.
If you are in this position, please make arrangements at your bank to change on of the direct debits.
Players parents involved include:
Grimwood family, R Jones Family, Brindle Family, Woollvin Family & Firminger Family
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| Superstrikers Presentation Day 12th June | 10/06/2010 |
This Saturday we will be hosting our first AFC Woodham Superstrikers Presentation Day at Meadowbank Park.
Proceedings will kick off at 12.00pm. We will be organising bouncy castles, Various Games with Prizes for the children, Fun Matches and penalty competition, along with a BBQ, and presentations for our Superstrikers.
We are looking for people to help out on the day with the BBQ & Refreshments. If you can help out, please contact Chris ASAP.
Thank You.
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| AFC Woodham v Runwell Hospital 12th June | 10/06/2010 |
SATURDAY 12th JUNE - AFC WOODHAM V RUNWELL HOSPITAL FRIENDLY - Kick Off 10am
We have organised a friendly game this weekend at Meadowbank Park against neighbours Runwell Hospital.
With a number of friendlies lined up, we will be mixing teams and experimenting with players in different positions.
With 30 players training with the club at present we are looking to take around 15 players to games, and we will be rotating players for games, so not all players will play for every game, but we will ensure players will be playing even amounts of games throughout the summer.
Players Selected for this Weekend.
Andrew Butcher
Lewis Grisedale
Dominic Naylor
Jack Blenkarn
Tom Parks
Adam Rean
Nathan Reavell
Danny Price
Tom Hajduczek
Tom Whitelock
Oliver Firminger
Jamie Cox
Jamie Hatcher
Matthew Fenton
James Wilsher
Luke Harrop
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| Tournament Meeting Date Changed: | 06/06/2010 |
This Thursday's AFC Woodham Tournament meeting has been put back a week to Thursday 17th June 2010. 8pm at the Oaklands hotel.
Sorry for any inconvienience caused
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| AFC Lazio Update: | 06/06/2010 |
Lazio Make Great Account at Saltcoats
I was given the pleasure of looking after `AFC Lazio`.
What initially surprised me was the depth of quality that AFC is starting to amass.
I looked at the group of seven boys and felt we would be able to more than compete in our group of six. Now obviously I have had more dealings with Luke and Louie this season, but was delighted with the contribution / effort shown by Dominic Naylor, Tom Parks,Tom Hajduczek (Points you get for scrabble with that name!!) Andrew Butcher and Shaun Barrett.
Our first game was a narrow one nil defeat to Hatfield Peveral with their only shot on target proofing conclusive. Second up was our old rivals Focus Ferrers. They took the lead through the confusion of the ridiculous 'Goalkeeper can only throw it underarm' rule. But we hit back with a well executed goal by Luke. Then only to be undone by the back pass rule, when a harsh penalty was awarded and duly disp... Read more |
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| Focus Tournament Part 2: | 06/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham entered 3 teams in this section, selecting AFC Roma, managed by Chris & Tony, AFC Lazio, managed by Brad and AFC Juventus, managed by Rob.
SEMI FINAL HEARTBREAK FOR AFC ROMA
Although a strong team was put out, we were still missing some quality players as they were playing Cricket, nevertheless this team was in with a real chance of success.
A very hard group saw Roma compete with Dummow Rhodes, Maldon Greens, Chelmsford City and Boreham Youth.
The Roma Squad was Louis Grisedale, Jamie Cox, James Wilsher, Jack Blenkarn, Danny Price, Brad Reade and Adam Rean.
The first game saw AFC totally outplay & dominate their tie against Chelmsford City with City hardly getting into our half. The boys had numerous efforts on goal & the football was fantastic, but with the last kick of the game & City’s only attack, a fine finish saw them nick a 1-0 win. That’s football but a great start tactic... Read more |
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| AFC Juventus Update: | 06/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham Juventus
On a warm sunny day at Saltcoats Park, AFC Woodham Juventus made their debut at the Focus Ferrers U12 Football tournament. The squad consisting of Nathan, Lewis, Ben, Charlie, Daniel, Greg and Dan strode out at 09:00 for their first game against eventual tournament winners Rayne. Rayne started strongly and scored an early goal. The boys initially struggled with the six a side game but battled hard and showed a lot of commitment but to no avail and lost 1-0.
The team had a half an hour break and tactics were discussed and ice creams were had, as the sun had just broken through the clouds above Radar Hill.
The second game was against Focus Ferrers 2. A tight first half where chances were made at both ends and Focus scored just before half time. The boys battled hard in the second half and Greg had a couple of chances well saved by the Focus keeper. With 2 minutes remaining Lewis was replaced by Ben and all out attack was the s... Read more |
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| Brilliant Wolves Take U9 Honours: | 05/06/2010 |
This was the first opportunity for the Wolves to show what they are made of since joining up with AFC Woodham.
The group stage started well with a 2-0 victory over Maldon Town B, with goals from Max and Matthew, followed by a 1-0 win against Heybridge, with Max netting again.
Both games showed the Wolves excellent passing game off allied to good discipline in making sure that they worked extra hard when they did not have the ball to stop the opposition from mounting many worthwhile attacks. Even when the opponents did get through Aston was in top form between the sticks.
The next two group games were somewhat trickier and the lads showed character to come back from behind in each. Firstly against Danbury Juniors they probably had their quietest game of the tournament but battled back with an excellent volley from Max to equalise and get a deserved draw.
Then it was the big ‘local derby’ against Focus Ferrers Kestrels. The boys in the... Read more |
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| Focus Tournament Update Part 1: | 05/06/2010 |
The Green Army descended down on Saltcoates Park this weekend at a very well organised and enjoyable Focus Ferrers Tournament.
On Saturday the U6 Whippets and U9 Wolves took centre stage with 3 AFC Woodham U13 teams, Roma, Lazio and Juventus taking the Sunday slot.
It was great to see AFC Woodham players and supporters represent the club in huge numbers over the weekend, supporting our club. Thank You for your support.
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| Woodham U6 in Action: | 05/06/2010 |
The AFC Woodham U6 Whippets made a fine account for themselves putting together 3 good displays against 2 Focus Ferrers teams and a Woodham Radars team.
Scott Jones’ squad of Thomas Cannon, William Freeman, Callum Jones, Ethan Firminger, Harvey Young, Joe Blanche, Sameul Jones, Harrison Dean, Abigail Woolvin and George Fox did the club proud and all the team took to the presentation stage to receive their well deserved medals. Well Done the Whippets.stage
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| Club AGM Tonight: | 02/06/2010 |
Just A reminder that the Club Will be holding its Annual AGM At the Oaklands Hotel Function Room TONIGHT AT 7.30pm
Any Club Officials who cannot be there tonight, please contact Chris ASAP.
Thank You.
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| Superstrikers Presentation Date Set: | 01/06/2010 |
We will be holding our first AFC Woodham Superstrikers fun day at Meadowbank Park on Saturday 12th June at 12.00pm.
We will have a range of activities at our famous Woodham Road Stadium including Bouncy Castles, Dads V Childrens Games, Mums Penalty competitions and BBQ/ Refreshments.
This Event will take place of our morning Superstrikers session and cost of this fun filled event is just £ 2.50 per person,payable on the day to cover costs.
All Superstrikers will recieve a trophy.
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| Presentation Evening Votes Now Completed: | 01/06/2010 |
Voting for this years prestigious presentation event hasa now closed and papers have been counted.
Nominations for both teams in all catagories were varied and very close.
Thank you to everyone, who voted.
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| Focus Ferrers Tournament News: | 01/06/2010 |
AFC Woodham will be entering 5 teams into this years Focus Ferrers Tournament.
On Saturday both AFC Woodham Wolves U9 and AFC Woodham U6 will be meeting at Saltcoates Park at 9.00am.
On Sunday 3 under 12 teams will be entering. The Teams are: AFC Woodham Roma, AFC Woodham Juventus and AFC Woodham Lazio, again with teams meeting at 9.00am
***** TEAM INFORMATION: PLEASE ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME FOR PARKING PRIOR TO MEETING TIMES *****
AFC WOODHAM: U6
Kit: Green Matchday Kit.
Meet Time: Meet Scott at 9.00am outside entrance please.
Team: Thomas Cannon, Harvey Young, Callum Jones, William Freeman, Ethan Firminger, Harrison Dean, Abigail Woollvin, George Fox, Sameul Jones.
Pitch Number: Pitch 11
AFC WOODHAM WOLVES U9
Kit: Green matchday Kit
Meet Time: Meet Mark, Dan, Kush at 9.00am outside entrance please.
Team: Please contact Mark, K... Read more |
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| Superstrikers Cancelled This Weekend: | 01/06/2010 |
With AFC Woodham coaching staff on duty with the various teams this weekend at the Focus Ferrers Tournament, Superstrikers has been cancelled this Saturday.
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| Woodpeckers Team for This Weekend: | 27/05/2010 |
AFC Woodham Woodpeckers U6 have a game this weekend away to Woodham Radars U6.
We are meeting at 9.30am at South Woodham Village Hall Playing Fields for a 10.00 Kick Off.
The Following Players have been selected to play:
Steven Hey
Freddie Sadler
Alphie Sambell
Dillon Bullman
Abigail Woollvin
Joe Morgan
Harvey Young
Billy Hughes
All other players not mentioned, please meet at Meadowbank Park for normal Training Session 9.00 - 10.00am with Scott & Richard. |
| Green Kits: | 26/05/2010 |
| Please can any remaining green matchday kits be returned to the club by Thursdays training session. |
| Presentation Tickets Now on Sale: | 26/05/2010 |
Our U12's Presentation evening tickets are now on sale, priced at £ 5.00 for Children & £10.00 for Adults.
Our annual event is to be held at Club Woodham on June 25th 2010 from 7.30 - 12.00am.
There will be trophies for all players, Bar facility, light snacks and a raffle.
We have a total of 120 tickets for sale and tickets will be issued on payment. Tickets will be available at training on thursday, or contact Chris.
Theses tickets will sell fast. You can reserve your tickets by emailing the club at info@afcwoodham.co.uk. or call Chris on 07771 726405 |
| Superstrikers Presentation Date Set: | 24/05/2010 |
A provisional date has been set for the Superstrikers Presentation Saturday 12th June 2010 Venue Meadowbank Park.
We will provide more information via the website soon |
| Club News Updates: | 23/05/2010 |
Meadowbank Host Chelmsford City.
Meadowbank Park once again come to the rescue, enabling Chelmsford City to complete their seasons fixtures on Sunday.
We were contacted by the club to host their final game and once again AFC Woodhams matchday set up was commended by both teams.
Runwell friendly Confirmed.
AFC Woodham XI will be playing a friendly fixture Versus Runwell Hospital on Saturday 12th June 2010 at Meadowbank Park.
Kick off will be 10.00am.
Record numbers attend AFC Superstrikers.
This Saturday saw record numbers attend AFC Woodham Superstrikers session. Superstrikers is open to all 4-6 year old boys and girls.With the club forming 2 U7 sides from a hugely successful Superstrikers last season we are now recruitnig more 4-6 year old boys & girls.
All sessions will be taken by fully qualified trainers who habve completed all CRB checks.
New Website in progress.!!br... Read more |
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| Tournament Meeting 10th June: | 23/05/2010 |
Tournament Meeting
We are holding a tournament meeting on Thursday June 10th at the Oakland Hotel at 8.00pm.
Everyone who is willing to help out on the day is invited to attend.
All teams entering our tournament have been confirmed and this meeting will be discussing arrangements on the day. |
| AGM Date Confirmed 2nd June: | 23/05/2010 |
AGM Date Set.
Our AGM has been booked in for WEDNESDAY 2nd JUNE 2010. It will be held at the OAKLANDS HOTEL at 7.30pm. We would like as many people as possible to attend this meeting as this is your chance to air your views regarding AFC Woodham.
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| Club News & Events Updates | 21/05/2010 |
SUPERSTRIKERS PRESENTATION EVENING
Both Chris and Lee are arranging a presentation event for all players that have attended Superstrikers this season.
We will keep you posted on events as they unfold.
FA LEVEL 1 COACHING & CRB UPDATE
AFC Woodham are currently booking FA Level 1 coaching courses for some of our new coaches, Lee Wilsher, Mark Lopez and Lee Sadler along with all the relevant CRB Checks in time for the new season.
CHILD WELFARE UPDATE
Club Child Protection Welfare Officer, Chris Firminger will be attending another FA Child Welfare Workshop on Monday June 7th 2010.
Chris has also drafted up a new matchday Risk Assesment Document for the club.
Any Club member at any time can read our Club rules, policies and other documents from our website.
WORLD CUP FEVER HITS AFC
AFC Woodham will be holding a fund raising sweepstake to celebrate this years world cup.!!br!... Read more |
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| Pre Season Tournaments: | 21/05/2010 |
OTHER TOURNAMENT NEWS
AFC Woodham have entered the following teams into the foillowing summer tournaments.
Please make a note in your diaries.
Will will not be taking all players to tournaments, but we will have a rota system so players play on an even basis.
Focus Ferrers Tournament, Saltcoats Park, South Woodham Ferrers.
Saturday 5th June - AFC WOODHAM WHIPPETS U6
AFC WOODHAM WOLVES U9
Sunday 6th June - AFC WOODHAM WARRIORS U12
AFC WOODHAM WANDERERS U12
FC Redwing Tournament, Barleylands, Billericay, Essex.
Sunday 4th July - AFC WOODHAM WOLVES
AFC Woodham Tournament, Meadowbank Park, Battlesbridge,Essex.
Saturday 10th July - AFC WOODHAM WARRIORS... Read more |
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| Important News for Superstrikers This Weekend: | 21/05/2010 |
We have moved our scheduled game for AFC Woodham Woodpeckers to Saturday 29th May as this Saturday we will be holding a normal session and Registration morning for players & parents of both U6 teams this Saturday.
Chris will be present on the sidelines answering any questions or queries regarding the playing season next year along with hanng out forms for next season.
We will require 2 passport photos of your children and they must be recent. The league will only accept proper passport photo's.
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| Woodpeckers Hit The Road to Play Woodham Radars: | 20/05/2010 |
AFC WOODHAM WOODPECKERS will be playing Woodham Radars next weekent KO 10.00am at South Woodham Village Hall.
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| AFC Secure Aco Scaffolding Sponsership Deal: | 20/05/2010 |
ACO SCAFFOLDING will be proud sponsors of AFC Woodham U13 teams next season. Chairman Chris Firminger and ACO Chief Andy Cox have discussed requirements for the club next season.
Our sponsorship with ACO will see new kits and equipment available for the club next season.
Our thanks go to ACO Scaffolding and Andy & Sandra for their kind donation.
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| Meadowbank Welcomes the Wolves: | 20/05/2010 |
AFC Woodham's latest team the Wolves will be training at Meadowbank Park this Thursday along with the U12's The Wolves are now officially our new U10's team for next season.
The club would like to welcome Mark, Kush, Dan, all the players and parents to AFC Woodham and hope you enjoy your time here at AFC Woodham.
Chairman Chris Firminger has been busy behind the scenes preparing all the neccesary paperwork, securing playing venues and kits for the Wolves in time for the summer tournaments. The club can confirm that Mark, Kush & Dan are FA coached to Level 1 and hold Emergency first Aid certificates and are all CRB Checked.
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| Player of the Year Nominations: | 20/05/2010 |
This thursday's training session is your chance to vote your AFC Woodham's player of the year awards.
Chris will be taking votes from both players & parents in the various catorgories for each team.
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| Presentation Tickets on Sale This Weekend: | 20/05/2010 |
AFC Woodham's annual presentation tickets will be available to purchase by the weekend.
Ticket Prices for this event will be £ 10.00 for Adults and £ 5.00 for Children (under 16).
Tickets will be given out on payment.
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| Player Registration Forms: | 20/05/2010 |
Both Chris & Ray have been busy this week compiling player information packs for this coming season.
The packs need to be completed by all club players who will be completing in league football next season.
The packs will include player information sheets, club policy, direct debit details and general club information.
We will need all completed forms back ASAP, once they have been distributed.
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| Swifts Fly into Meadowbank: | 04/05/2010 |
AFC Woodham have stepped in to help Focus Ferrers Swifts find a venue for Saturday 8th May.
Meadowbank Park will host Focus Ferrers Swifts V Wilvale Rangers with a 10.30 KO at Meadowbank Park after AFC Woodham Superstrikers has finished.
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| Club Meeting Reminder: | 04/05/2010 |
Just to remind members that there will be a club meeting tonight at the Oakland Hotel at 8.00pm.
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| Meadowbank Games Go Ahead: | 02/05/2010 |
Following Chris carrying out an 11.15am pitch inspection, we are pleased to report that Meadowbank Park is in great shape for this afternoon games, as both AFC Woodham teams take on both Meadow Youth teams.
Heavy prolonged spells of rain has been falling all morning, but the playing surface is in peak
condition and the Meadowbank gates will open at 12.45pm ready for this afternoon's games. |
| Accolades for AFC Boys: | 30/04/2010 |
The club would like to congratulate AFC players Luke Harrop & Jamie Cox as they were both recognised for their sporting achievements at school this week.
Luke was nominated Sportsman of the year at Wiliam de Ferrers for his year with Jamie Cox gaining runners up.
Well done boys - The club is proud of you both.
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| Kits: | 30/04/2010 |
With the Warriors playing their last game of the season this Sunday - can we please have all green matchday kits returned ASAP as we will be playing in a new home kit next year.
All pre season & tournament games will see the boys play in thier silver kits until the new kits arrive.
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| Weekend Review: | 25/04/2010 |
Another good superstrikers turn out of nearly 20 youngsters started off a busy weekend at Meadowbank Park, with our new team AFC Woodham Wolves training on the main pitch.
Away from Meadowbank, Saturday saw the Wanderers defeated as they travelled to 2nd placed Witham Nomads. A poor 10 minutes in the first half saw the boys 4-0 down, but a fine second half saw the boys take control and score 2 goals and the game ended 4-2.
Sunday saw the Warriors engage in a fine and entertaining tussle with rivals Valley Greeen Eagles at Meadowbank Park.
The Warriors played out a superb first half to rally at 2-0 up, but the Eagles fought back to even things up at 2-2. The game was entertaining and a draw was a fair result.
The Wanderers locked horns with Witham Nomads for the second time in as many days and a superb performance saw the boys go 3-0 up at half time. Witham pegged the Wanderers back to 3-2, but the green army took control of the latter stage... Read more |
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| Midweek Game for Wanderers: | 25/04/2010 |
AFC Woodham & Broomfield Youth are arranging their league fixture for a midweek clash, either this week or next week, as the Wanderers are unable to field a side next Saturday due to Cricket commitments.
We will keep you posted.
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| Next Meeting & AGM Dates Set: | 25/04/2010 |
New Commitee Meeting Date Set.
We have now set a new date for our commitee meeting. It will be held on TUESDAY 4th MAY 2010 at the Oakland Hotel at 8.00pm.
We will be discussing our presentation evening, new teams and our tournament. This is an important meeting and would like all commitee members to attend.
AGM Date Set.
Our AGM has been booked in for TUESDAY 2nd JUNE 2010. It will be held at the OAKLANDS HOTEL at 7.30pm. We would like as many people as possible to attend this meeting as this is your chance to air your views regarding AFC Woodham.
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| Under 7s Managers Confirmed: | 25/04/2010 |
We have now confirmed both the Whippets and Woodpeckers managers for next season.
Scott Jones will manage the U7 Whippets and Mark Lopez will take charge of the Woodpeckers.
Both Mark & Scott will be booked in to complete their FA coaching courses, with Mark carrying out CRB checks in keeping with FA Chartered Standard criteria.
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| Warriors & Wanderers Presentation Evening: | 25/04/2010 |
We have moved our annual presentation evening forward to Friday 25th June 2010.
The venue will still be Club Woodham and the private function room has been booked out from 7.30pm - 12 midnight.
We will be providing our own exclusive pay bar facility, disco and have access to the garden to the rear.
Tickets will be available in the next couple of weeks after the club has held a commitee meeting to discuss costs. |
| Important Date Change: | 24/04/2010 |
Due to the anticipated numbers for this years presentation evening, we have had to change the date to Friday 25th June 2010,
The venue will still be Club Woodham, time to be confirmed.
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| Thank You: | 20/04/2010 |
The club would to say a big thank you to everyone who supported the recent curry afternoon at the Royal Tiger.
A special mention must go to Chris who along with Lee Saddler arranged this fantastic afternoon.
Through raffles and sweepstakes the club raised £325.00.
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| 2009/10 Remaining Fixtures | 19/04/2010 |
Below are the remaining fixtures for the 2009/10 season, dates maybe subject to change.
AFC Woodham Warriors
25/04/10 Valley Green Eagles (H)
02/05/10 Meadow Youth (H)
AFC Woodham Wanderers
24/04/10 Witham Nomads (H)
25/04/10 Witham Nomads (A)
01/05/10 Broomfield Youth (A)
02/05/10 Meadow Youth (H)
15/05/10 Broomfield Youth (H) |
| Tournament Meeting Cancelled: | 18/04/2010 |
| This weeks proposed Tournament Meeting has been cancelled. |
| New Arrival at AFC | 16/04/2010 |
Everyone at AFC Woodham would like to congratulate Scott and Racheal Jones on the safe arrival of Libby Elouise Jones, who was born late yesterday evening.
Mother and baby are doing well at St Peters Hospital in Maldon and we all are looking forward to seeing Libby cheering on AFC in the future.
Well done the Jones'.
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| Teams for Next Season: | 16/04/2010 |
AFC Woodham can confirm that we will be entering 5 teams into the Blackwater & Dengie League next year.
The Teams are:
AFC Woodham Whippets U7
AFC Woodham Woodpeckers U7
AFC Woodham Wolves U10
AFC Woodham Warriors U13
AFC Woodham Wanderers U13
We have given the league notice of our intentions for next season, but divisions have yet to be decided. |
| Superstrikers on This Weekend: | 15/04/2010 |
| After a week off last week, AFC Woodham Superstrikers will resume on Saturday at Meadowbank Park 9.00am - 10.00am |
| House Full Signs Up for Curry Afternoon: | 15/04/2010 |
The "House Full" signs are now up as AFC Woodham has sold all 120 tickets for our fund raising Family Curry afternoon at The Royal Tiger Restuarant in Rettendon.
A BIG thank you to everyone for your continued support and we hope you will all have an enjoyable time.
This Event kicks off from 1.30 onwards and food will be served all afternoon.
AFC Woodham will be providing:
An extensive buffet menu with Starters, Main Course and deserts for the children and players.
Free Childrens Drinks
Special discounted price on selected beer and wines.
A further 10% discount on all other drinks purchased.
Private and exclusive use of the marquee area and allocated exclusive area of the restaurant.
Disco, Bouncy Castle(weather permitting), Adults & Childrens magician and a selection of fund raising activities.
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| Curry Event Passes 100 Mark: | 09/04/2010 |
We now have 106 people attending our fund raising Curry Afternoon at the Royal Tiger on Sunday 18th April.
WE NOW HAVE ONLY 14 SPACES LEFT as we have reduced the ticket allocation to 120 people.
Thank you to everyone for your continued support.
Please could anyone who has monies outstanding for this event please make payment ASAP.
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| Superstrikers Cancelled this Weekend: | 09/04/2010 |
Due to the U12 Warriors playing a Saturday Fixture, our Superstikers session has been postponed.
We need the training area for car parking and the kick off time clashes with this session.
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| Warriors in Green For Both Games This Weekend: | 09/04/2010 |
| AFC WOODHAM WARRIORS will be playing both games this weekend in their green kits |
| No Matches This Weekend: | 30/03/2010 |
There will be no matches this weekend as it is the Easter Weekend.
Our next matches will be played on Sunday 11th April 2010.
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| Training Reminder: | 30/03/2010 |
TUESDAY TRAINING HAS NOW BEEN CHANGED TO THURSDAYS STARTING THIS WEEK.
ALL TRAINING SESSIONS WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAYS AT MEADOWBANK PARK FROM 6pm - 7.30pm
PLEASE ENSURE PLAYERS BRING BOOTS,SHIN PADS AND A DRINK PLEASE.
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| Weekend Matches Until End of Season 9th May 2010: | 22/03/2010 |
With the huge backlog of fixtures and no matches being played Easter Weekend the League have allocated both the Warriors and Wanderers 2 games each over this weekend coming.
The Warriors will face Heybridge Youth Pumas away on saturday with a 10.30am kick off, while the Wanderers will travel to Witham Nomads.
On Sunday the Warriors are at home to Gallow Utd and the Wanderers are away at Meadow Youth.
Both teams need the full support of parents and players and could you please ensure every effort is made to attend these games as we need to get games completed by May 9th.
With More games being scheduled for Saturdays, Chris has contacted a number of clubs regarding playing our rearranged home fixtures on a Tuesday or Thursday allowing only one Sunday game at the weekends up to the end of the season. |
| Training Times from 1st April 2010: | 22/03/2010 |
We have 1 more Tuesday training sessions at the Astro Turf, before returning to Meadowbank Park on THURSDAYS from 6.00pm - 7.30pm starting on Thursday 1st April 2010.
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| Curry Event - Payment Required: | 22/03/2010 |
We now have over 80 people attending this family event, being held on Sunday 18th April.
With a large deposit to pay we need payment for this event as soon as possible and would appreciate prompt payment.
With tickets selling fast, it will be on a first come first served basis and confirmation of your attendance to this event will be by payment only, as in past events people have reserved spaces, not turned up and the club has had to pay.
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| Warriors Match Postponed: | 18/03/2010 |
| This weekends AFC Woodham Warriors v Valley Green Eagles game has been postponed, this is due the Warriors only having 8 players available. |
| Whippets & Woodpeckers Away this Weekend: | 15/03/2010 |
AFC Woodham Whippets & Woodpeckers will travel to Ashingdon Youth this Saturday to face 2 Ashingdon teams.
We will be meeting at Meadowbank Park at 11.30am. There will be no superstrikers on Saturday morning due to this match taking place.
We will be placing the boys into 2 teams to ensure all players get a full game.
If you can't make the game, please contact the club via email at info@afcwoodham.co.uk
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| Weekend Review: | 15/03/2010 |
AFC Woodham Warriors enjoyed a vital point against an organised Wilvale team and with three games in hand a good string of results could see the Warriors into the top 4.
AFC Woodham Wanderers failed in their bid to go 3rd, going down 4-1 to a much improved Galleywood Eagles at Meadowbank Park.
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| Curry Afternoon Update: | 15/03/2010 |
With around 150 places available for this event we have now reserved over 40 places already.
We have already given out forms for this event to be held at the Royal Tiger on Sunday 18th April 1.30pm onwards.
Further forms will be given out this weekend.
We require payment as soon as possible as the restuarant requires a deposit expected to be in the region of £400.00
The buffet will run from 1.30pm through till around 4.30pm and we will be laying on a Disco, Bouncy Castle and a magician who caters for adults & Children.
Not only do we have exclusive access to the marquee, we also have a section of the restuarant next to it.
There is also a nice garden area to the rear of the restuarant ensuring plenty of space for everyone.
It is essential that we have a swift response regarding numbers, so book now to avoid disapointment.
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| AFC Woodham Curry Afternoon Date Set: | 10/03/2010 |
AFC Woodham have now finalised a venue and date for our second curry afternoon.
Sunday 18th April 2010 1:30
After the success of the first event with 100 people attending we have secured a new, more open venue at the Royal Tiger Restuarant in Rettendon. The venue will provide a spacious area and an attached garden outside if the weather is nice.
AFC Woodham are in talks with the restuarant to provide a magician to entertain the little ones.
We have exclusive hire of the attached marquee, which is fully furnished, heated and has a bar. The club has been liasing with the management and has negotiated a discount for the buffet and drinks.
The buffett will consist of starters, main course and deserts for the children. All childrens drinks will be provided free of charge and beers/wines and other drinks will be discounted.
The menu will include:
Popudums with salad & chutney
Samosa's!... Read more |
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| Committee Meeting 16th March 2010: | 10/03/2010 |
| The next committee meeting date is Tuesday 16th March 2010 Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8pm |
| Warriors Sunday Fixture Postponed: | 27/02/2010 |
| Following a further pitch inspection at Meadowbank Park, the pitch is still waterlogged, a decision has been taken to postpone tomorrows AFC Woodham Warriors v Valley Green Eagles match. |
| Club Wishes Dave Rean a Speedy Recovery: | 27/02/2010 |
| Everyone at AFC Woodham would like to wish Dave Rean a speedy recovery following his recent operation. |
| Saturdays Superstrikers & Matches Postponed: | 26/02/2010 |
Following an earlier pitch inspection Meadowbank Park is waterlogged, we have had to postpone tomorrows Superstrikers training session, both the Warriors and Wanderers fixtures have also been postponed.
A further pitch inspection will be held tomorrow to see if Sunday's match can go ahead.
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| Overnight Rain Ends Hopes of Warriors Game: | 21/02/2010 |
Overnight rain has ended any hopes of football at Meadowbank Park this weekend. With the pitch just about playable yesterday afternoon, we were hoping for no further rain.
This morning Chris & Rob inspected the pitch and 1/3 of the pitch was covered in surface water that had turned to sheet ice.
Although the 11.30am kick off was to give the pitch time to thaw out, the water produced from the thaw would only make matters worse for the players and the pitch itself.
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| Wanderers Match Postponed | 21/02/2010 |
| AFC Woodham Wanderers v Springfield Youth postponed due to waterlogged pitch |
| Warriors Kick Off Update: | 20/02/2010 |
| Following a 4:30 pitch inspection, the Warriors v Gallow Utd game gets the go ahead, please note the new kick off time 11:30 (Meet: Meadowbank 10:50) |
| Frozen Pitch Halts Superstrikers Today: | 20/02/2010 |
| Following a pitch inspection this morning. Superstrikers has been called off due to the Meadowbank Park pitch being frozen. |
| Superstrikers Gets Go Ahead: | 19/02/2010 |
| Following a 5:00pm pitch inspection, we can confirm that Superstrikers tomorrow morning goes ahead. |
| Meadowbank Pitch Inspection for Warriors: | 19/02/2010 |
| A further pitch inspection will be held tomorrow morning to decide if Sundays AFC Woodham Warriors v Gallow Utd game can go ahead. |
| Friday Afternoon Pitch Inspection for AFC | 18/02/2010 |
Following yet further rain this week, we will be holding a pitch inspection on Friday afternoon and making a decision on Saturdays Superstrikers and Sundays Warriors game against Gallow United.
The pitch is at present waterlogged and Chris will inform the website on Friday after the inspection.
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| AFC Closing in on Curry Afternoon Venue: | 13/02/2010 |
The Club will be holding talks with the Royal Tiger Restuarant in Rettendon as a venue to host our second Curry afternoon.
After the huge success of our first event, we are looking for a larger more open venue. The Royal Tiger offers an experienced Sunday buffet service and also offer a private marquee venue next door to the restuarant.
Chris will be visiting the restuarant with Whippets Dad, Lee Sadler next week, who has kindly offered to help out with this event and we will be confirming details this coming week.
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| End of Season Presentation Evening: | 13/02/2010 |
We have now confirmed details of our end of season presentation evening.
We have booked CLUB WOODHAM as our venue, which can house up to 120 guests, with our exclusive bar and Garden area.
We will be serving a buffett and a disco is provided with the venue.
This event will be hosted on Saturday 19th June 2010 from 7.00pm - 12.00am.
Further details will appear after our next commitee meeting.
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| Weekend Team News: | 12/02/2010 |
The Wanderers head into this weekend's fixture without goalkeeper Andrew Butcher, who has been signed off for 6 weeks by the Club Doctor, after breaking his finger.
Jamie Hatcher is hopefully available this weekend, if his transfer papers come through in time. Other than that the Wanderers will choose from the same squad that faced Meadow youth last Sunday.
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| Pitch News: | 12/02/2010 |
After a 2 week rest, the main pitch has recovered well & the Wanderers will play their home game against Broomfield Youth at Meadowbank Park.
The tie was due to be switched to Broomfield, but over the last few days the pitch has dried out considerably and is ready for action.
Kick off for Sundays game is 10.00am at Meadowbank Park.
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| AFC Seeking Curry Afternoon Venue: | 12/02/2010 |
This week saw Chris visit the Spice of Asia, regarding our Curry Afternoon event. With the club offering the restuarant the chance to host 100 guests on what would be a quiet afternoon generally, the restuarant declined the chance of hosting this event - surprising considering the current economic climate.
Chris will be visiting other further restuarants in the town over the weekend as the club seek a more open plan venue as from the Nawab.
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| Whippets Win Opening Match: | 07/02/2010 |
AFC Woodhams newest team got off to a winning start against Ashingdon winning 6-4 in a highly entertaining match, watched by fanstatic crowd.
Report to follow |
| Meadowbank Pitch Passes Inspection: | 06/02/2010 |
The newly positioned Whippets pitch at Park Has passed a 7.15am pitch inspection and todays whippets game will go ahead.
The pitch was struggling with surface water, but Chris has spiked the surface and the pitch is playable and safe.
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| Weekend Preview: | 06/02/2010 |
With both the Warriors and Wanderers playing away this weekend, both fixtures are winnable for both teams to make a real impression on the league table. A win for the inform Warriors would see the boys move up to 6th in division 1 and the Wanderers could see themselves sitting in 3rd position if they came beat Meadow Youth. If both teams are victorious this weekend it will be the first time in AFC Woodham's history that both teams have won on the same day.
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| Andrew Suffers Broken Finger: | 06/02/2010 |
AFC Woodham have been dealt with a blow as in form Wanderers Goalkeeper Andrew Butcher has broken his finger. We were hoping that andrew could play on pitch on sunday, but with an appointment at the hospital to see a specialist next week, the wanderers will travel to Meadow Youth without their first choice shot stopper. No doubt the Butchers' will be cheering the boys on from the sidelines.
We wish Andrew all the best.
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| Car Parking for Todays Game: | 06/02/2010 |
With a large crowd expected at Meadsowbank today, can parents please use the Layby at the front of the Car Park, our allocated tarmac strip and the Car Parks 9 spaces against the fence nearest the lay by.
Please respect Meadowcroft Garden Centre's Main car park as saturday is a busy time at the garden centre.
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| Whippets Pitch Inspection: | 05/02/2010 |
We will be holding a 7.30am pitch inspection at Meadowbank Park as the mini soccer pitch is holding water at present.
Details will appear on the website tommorow morning.
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| Whippets Pitch Repositioned: | 05/02/2010 |
The whippets pitch has been rotated 90 degrees and made larger to a full mini soccer size pitch, in time for the weekends game v Ashingdon Youth.
Chris and Mike worked throughout Thursday marking out the new pitch and preparing the surface.
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| Whippets Match to Replace Training: | 04/02/2010 |
There will be no training for Superstrikers on Saturday morning as we have arranged the afternoon match.
We will be charging the normal £ 2.50 for players to participate in this 4 x 10 minute friendly game v Ashingdon Youth. |
| AFC Woodham Woodpeckers Born: | 03/02/2010 |
The Club can now confirm that the second U7 team for next season will be known as AFC Woodham Woodpeckers U7. Scott and Chris will be looking to mix the teams up, giving players maximum enjoyment and playing time.
The club will be forming the second team in the springtime, and at present all U6 players will be playing under the Whippets banner
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| Curry Afternoon Back: | 03/02/2010 |
AFC Woodham are now organising a second curry afternoon, and will be talking to Spice of Asia as a venue to host this event. With a large ground floor plan, the venue is a far better social layout for our fund raising event.
Chris is currently in talks with the restaurant regarding this event. Details will appear on the website soon.
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| Additional U7 Team Formed for Next Season: | 03/02/2010 |
With the Huge Success of Super strikers, we now have enough players to form 2 U7 teams to enter the Blackwater & Dengie Division U7 next season.
With 19 players signed on, we will be looking to run another team as well as the Whippets. We are looking for eager and committed Dads to come forward and volunteer to help out with the training and running of one of the teams. All willing parents will meet up with the committee and successful applicant will be trained and kitted out by the club.
All applicants please contact Chris Firminger or Scott Jones.
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| Good Luck Harry: | 03/02/2010 |
| Harry Morris has left the club, to pursue other sporting interests, and the club would like to thank him for his time spent at the club and wish him well for the future. |
| AFC Welcome Jamie: | 03/02/2010 |
AFC Woodham would like to welcome Jamie Hatcher to the club. Jamie, who has trained with the club during the summer has put pen to paper and will be joining AFC Woodham Wanderers for the remainder of the season.
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| Big Jeff to Make Whippets Appearance: | 03/02/2010 |
Scaffolding Access supremo Jeff Satwick will be making an appearance at the Whippets first game on Saturday afternoon.
Jeff has sponsored our young outfit and supplied them with their new kits for the 2010/2011 season, and the kit really looks great.
It will be an opportunity for the club and the players to show Jeff their appreciation for his kind sponsorship.
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| Weekend Round Up: | 01/02/2010 |
A superb away performance from AFC Woodham Warriors saw them ease past Valley Green Eagles 4-2 pushing the boys up to 7th in the league.
2 goals from captain Jamie Cox and 1 a peice from James Wilsher and Brad Reade saw the Wariors bring 3 valuable points back to Meadowbank Park.
Man of the match was Matthew Fenton with a vintage display from our Blonde Bombshell. Well done Matty and the team.
AFC Woodham Wanderers match against League Leaders Broomfield Youth was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch, adding to the Wanderers' mammouth fixture backlog.
Another good turnout at AFC Woodham superstrikers saw our youngsters prepare themselves for their first match this coming weekend. |
| Further Ground Works Carried Out: | 01/02/2010 |
The Meadowbank turf got an overhaul at the weekend, following the previous weekends matches. The pitch is now flat after chains were dragged accross the surface and the pitch cut and rolled afterwards.
Although the pitch looks muddy, the surface is fine, but we have requested to the league to play next weeks games away from home to allow the pitch to recover. |
| AFC Woodham Whippets Kick Off Time Changed: | 01/02/2010 |
Saturdays long awaited game has been put back 1 hr to a 2.00pm Kick off at Meadowbank Park.
It will be the first time that the boys will have played in a real match and will be wearing their new kits.
A Huge crowd is expected from both teams, so arrive early to get the best seats in the house.
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| Wanderers Match Postponed: | 31/01/2010 |
| Due to the heavy overnight frost, the Wanderers v Broomfield game has been postponed. |
| Away Kits This Weekend: | 29/01/2010 |
With both the Warriors and Wanderers away this weekend, can we all players to wear the new Away Kit Silver Shirt, Black Shorts, Black Socks.
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| AFC Woodham Whippets to Play First Game | 25/01/2010 |
We have arranged our first ever fun game for AFC Woodham Whippets.
On February 6th, 2010 Meadowbank Park will welcome Ashingdon Youth U6 along to take part in a fun kick about. We have scheduled a 1.00pm kick off.
This game has been organised to give the players of both teams a chance to experience the atmosphere of a real match, in preparation for next season when the Whippets will be in league action.
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| Weekend Round Up: | 25/01/2010 |
At last, action was resumed at AFC Woodham this weekend. 2 entertaining games at a heavy Meadowbank Park this weekend saw the Warriors but in a solid performance against League leaders Braintree Town, despite going down 3-0 the boys played well throughout giving Braintree a real game.
The Wanderers ground out a point in a very entertaining 0-0 draw with Galleywood Youth Falcons. The boys battled well, played some good football and were unlucky not to win.
The pitch held up for both games, but a lot of work is needed to get the surface ready again for the next matches.
Man of the match this week was Jack Blenkarn for a good solid defensive display for the Warriors and Andrew Butcher for a truly masterful display in the Wanderers goal.
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| Matchday Car Parking: | 25/01/2010 |
Following a large number of supporters from both traveling teams this weekend, we experienced parking along the busy Woodham Road.
This was due to the away sides not being able to park in the lay by due to bad parking, taking up 2 spaces with 1 car. Can we remind you that all home supporters use the tarmac strip and the 9 allocated spaces in the Meadocroft Nursery car park.
We are also looking for someone to help out with car parking arrangements for the 2nd game on Sundays. If you can help out, contact Chris.
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| Additional Whippets Kits Due Soon: | 25/01/2010 |
The remaining shorts and tops for the Whippets should be with us in time for the weekend.
With an influx of players joining us recently, we did not have enough kits to go round, and the club have ordered an additional 5 more kits.
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| Weekend Fixtures Get Go Ahead: | 23/01/2010 |
Following todays 5:00pm pitch inspection at Meadowbank Park, we can confirm that both matches will go ahead.
Chris would like to thank Mike and Brad who helped out today to get the pitch ready for tomorrows games. |
| Meadowbank Battles To Keep Games On: | 23/01/2010 |
After persistent rain yesterday and during last night, Chris and Mike will be working hard on the pitch this morning, removing surface water, sanding goalmouths and spiking the pitch in an effort to beat the elements and get the pitch fit for this afternoons inspection.
With both the Warriors and Wanderers not playing for 6 weeks now, the club are desperate to get the games played, and it is hopeful that todays preparations will see the games go ahead. |
| Whippets Have New Kit: | 23/01/2010 |
| AFC Woodham Whippets now have their new kits, thanks to Scaffolding Access Limited. The boys were given their kits at training today and will play in Green/white tops, Green/white shorts and Green socks. |
| Whippets Entered into Tournament: | 23/01/2010 |
AFC Woodham Whippets have been entered into the Ashingdon Youth FC Tournament, held on Saturday 17th July 2010.
We have attended this tournament before and it was a well run friendly day out for all the family.
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| AFC Woodham Tournament Saturday 10th July 2010: | 23/01/2010 |
AFC Woodham will be holding their second tournament on Saturday 10th July 2010 at Meadowbank Park.
After a very succesful tournament last year, we will be extending the number of teams invited, and making a few minor changes.
We will be updating details and information under the tournament heading on the website. Invites to clubs will be handed out in the next few weeks.
The tournament will host 2 pitches, refreshment and BBQ areas along with side stalls. With the Warriors, Wanderers and Whippets teams in action we are looking for all club members to get involved and help the club out.
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| Pitch Inspection on Saturday 23rd January: | 22/01/2010 |
| We will be holding a pitch inspection at 12:00 tomorrow to make sure that this weekends games can go ahead. |
| Superstrikers Goes Ahead: | 22/01/2010 |
| Following a pitch inspection this afternoon, we can confirm that Superstrikers will go ahead. |
| Weekend Matches Postponed: | 16/01/2010 |
| Following a 12:30 pitch inspection, and with further rain due, both the Warriors and Wanderers matches this weekend have been postponed. |
| Latest Pitch News: | 15/01/2010 |
Following a 4:30pm pitch inspection on the main pitch, the pitch is holding well and if we do not get any further rain, this weekends Warriors & Wanderers games look likely to go ahead.
We are still monitoring the main pitch & Chris has decided to carry out a further pitch inspection tomorrow at midday, as the forecast for Saturday is rain. All the surface water has gone, but further heavy rain will put the games in doubt.
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| Superstrikers On Tomorrow: | 15/01/2010 |
Following a 4:30pm pitch inspection, the superstrikers pitch has passed and the first session of the year will commence tomorrow.
Superstrikers will take place from 9.00am till 10.00am.
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| Committee Meeting Date 19th January 2010 | 14/01/2010 |
| We will be holding our first committee/tournament meeting of 2010 on Tuesday 19th January, 2010 at the Oaklands hotel. Kick off 8.30pm |
| AFC Dealing with Fixture Backlog: | 14/01/2010 |
Due to the recent cold snap with us from early December, we are now taking steps to get the fixtures played.
Chris is in contact with a number of clubs regarding Saturday fixtures as well as Sunday fixtures.
The Warriors have 13 more fixtures to complete with the Wanderers having a mammouth 17 fixtures remaining.
We will keep you posted as soon as games are arranged. If you are unavailable for any weekend games, please let Chris know ASAP, especially Warriors players.
Thank you |
| Friday Pitch Inspection for AFC: | 14/01/2010 |
With both teams due to play at home this weekend, we will be holding a pitch inspection on Friday afternoon.
Snow is still covering the surface and the pitch is unplayable, but if the pitch thaws tomorrow, we have a chance, as the improved drainage on the pitch will speed things along. Water will be the main problem and we will be taking and early decision as Superstrikers is due to take place on Saturday.
Todays rain is not helping matters, but keep posted to the website for details.
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| Weekend Matches: | 12/01/2010 |
Please refer to the website to see if this weekends games are to go ahead.
Chris will be monitoring the condition of the Meadowbank pitch during the week. |
| Training 12th January Cancelled: | 12/01/2010 |
| Tonights training session has been cancelled due to the astro turf at the William De Ferrers centre being closed for safety reasons. |
| Superstrikers Cancelled: | 07/01/2010 |
Due to the artic weather conditions, Saturdays superstrkers session has also been cancelled.
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| Weekend Fixtures Postponed: | 07/01/2010 |
Following the recent snow and continued cold weather we have made the early decision to postpone this weekend's matches at Meadowbank Park.
Training will resume as usual on the Astro Turf on Tuesday.
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| Happy New Year: | 31/12/2009 |
| Everyone at AFC WOODHAM would like to wish everybody connected with the club a very Happy New Year for 2010. |
| Superstrikers to Resume 9th January 2010 | 31/12/2009 |
Training on Saturday Mornings will resume on Saturday 9th January 2010 - 9.00 - 10.00am
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| Megazone Trip - Confirmed Details 22nd December 2009 | 20/12/2009 |
Will all boys please ensure that our AFC Polo shirts are worn to this event. We will be meeting at Meadowbank Park at 6.00pm. Can parents also make sure that players have a drink to take with them.
We are estimating to arrive back in Woodham at 8.00pm. All children will be taken home by one of our drivers.
Chris Firminger 6 Spaces
Tony Grisedale 4 Spaces
Ray Chettur 4 Spaces
Gary Demmel 4 Spaces
Rob Jones 4 Spaces
Andy Franklin 4 Spaces
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| Saturday Superstrikers Cancelled: | 18/12/2009 |
Due to heavy snow falling at Meadowbank Park on Friday, Saturdays Superstrikers has been cancelled.
We would like to wish all our members a very Merry Christmas from all at AFC WOODHAM.
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| Sundays Fixtures Postponed: | 18/12/2009 |
With the forecast of further snow during Friday, both home games have ben postponed. With the temperatures to remain low for Saturday, AFC Woodham has taken early precautions in postponing matches.
Both Broomfield Youth and Braintree Town have been contacted in advance.
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| Saturday Pitch Inspection for Meadowbank Park: | 17/12/2009 |
With the cold snap hitting us this week, we will be holding a pitch inspection on Saturday and updating the website accordingly.
At present the pitch is playable and if a cold night is expected we will be moving the kick off times to 10.30am and 12.00 pm accordingly.
If this is the case our Christmas activities on the pitch wil be cancelled afterwards.
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| Warriors & Wanderers Going to Megazone: | 17/12/2009 |
This Tuesdays training session will be replaced with the boys being treated to an evening at the Megazone in Rayleigh.
We will be leaving Meadowbank Park at 5.30pm to arrive to play at 6.00pm. If you can help out, taking some of the boys over to Rayleigh please let Chris know.
This event will be fully subsidised by AFC Woodham. If you are UNABLE to attend, please let chris know ASAP. We are assuming that all the players are available.
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| Superstrikers Christmas Special: | 15/12/2009 |
This Saturday, Meadowbank Park will be laying on a Christmas special for the Little ones at AFC.
Proceedings will kick off with a game against the kids, followed by presents for the Children.
There will be a change as we will be serving up Hot Bacon Rolls & refreshments, pitchside for our followers.
Proceedings will kick of at 9.00am and finish around 10.30.
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| Christmas at Meadowbank Park 20th December: | 15/12/2009 |
This Sunday is the last game before Christmas & AFC Woodham will be holding their annual Dads V Boys Match, Followed by the AFC Mums penalty competition.
Proceedings will kick off at 12.30 with the Dads v Boys game with the ladies Penalty shoot out kicking off around 1pm.
Will will be serving hot bacon rolls during this event and refreshments.
Prizes will be awarded to individuals who shine out on the day!
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| Superstrikers Kits In: | 15/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham can announce that the new Superstrikers kits are in ready for Christmas.
Chris will be collecting the new kits on Wednesday, in time for the Superstrikers Christmas Extravaganza on Saturday.
Superstrikers will start as usual from 9.00am, with this event finishing around 10.30am.
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| Training Notice: | 15/12/2009 |
Our last training session at William de Ferrers will be Tuesday 15th December 2009.
We will resume training on Tuesday January 5th 2010 – 5:45pm – 7:15pm on the Astro Turf.
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| Wanderers Game This Weekend Postponed: | 12/12/2009 |
| Witham Nomads have cancelled the game against AFC Woodham Wanderers due to having unsufficient players. |
| Family Curry Afternoon a Success: | 07/12/2009 |
The event attracteed a full house and the Nawab Indian Restuarant catered well for the 80 people in attendance.
Everyone enjoyed an afternoon of good food and drink and the club raised around £60.00
Congratulations to our competition winners Lee Walker, Andy Franklin and Adrian Olsen during the event and our thanks go out to everyone that attended, making it an afternoon to remember.
After the success of this event, we will be making this a regular feature during the season, and we have taken note of your feedback of this event to make the next one an even more enjoyable experience. It was the first time the Warriors, Wanderers and Whippets members and players were united together and all went well.
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| Wanderers Match Postponed: | 06/12/2009 |
Following an early morning pitch inspection this mornings game against Meadow Youth Lions, has been postponed.
The postponement came too late to rearrange the fixture so it could be played at Meadowbank Park
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| Superstrikers On This Morning: | 05/12/2009 |
Todays Superstrikers is on today following a pitch inspection and will be taken by Chris as Scott is unavailable.
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| Meadowbank Park on Standby: | 05/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham Wanderers Game away to Meadow Youth will be subject to a Saturday Pitch Inspection, following the recent wet weather.
If the Kings School Pitch fails the inspection we have offered to switch the tie to Meadowbank Park, with our ground at present holding well after recent drainage works on the pitch.
We will keep you informed of any changes.
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| Important Kit Change for Wanderers:: | 05/12/2009 |
All Wanderers players must come to Sundays match wearing BLACK TRAINING SHORTS AND BLACK SOCKS,
Chris will be issuing all players with the new silver & black tops when we meet on Sunday.
Goalkeepers kit will remain unchanged (sorry Andrew!!).
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| Curry Afternoon: | 05/12/2009 |
Chris has now finalised everything for tommorrows family event, and we would appreciate your prompt arrival to the NAWAB Indian Restuarant at 2.00pm.
The Restuarant will be catering exclusively for AFC Woodham from 2pm - 5.30pm and if this event is a success, we will be looking to hold this event on a quarterly basis.
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| Wanderers v Meadow Youth Lions: | 04/12/2009 |
Meadow Youth Lions v AFC Woodham Wanderers
K:O 12:00 Meet Meadowbank: 10:50
Kings Road Primary School
Kings Road
Chelmsford
Essex CM1 2BB
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| Good Luck Joe | 03/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham can announce that Joe Satwick has transferred to Maldon Saints Greens. Chris has completed the paperwork and Maldon will recieve the documents by the weekend.
Everyone at the Club wish Joe and his family the very best of luck at his new club.
Chairman Chris Firminger added " I would personally like to thank Joe for his time at the Club. Joe played a valuable part in the success of this club on the field from our early days to present day and I wish him all the very best for the future.
I would also like to thank Jeff and Sarah for their financial support they have given to the club - giving us a huge boost to set up our club AFC Woodham.
Also many thanks to Jim for helping us at training sessions throughout Joe's time with us"
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| Wanderers Go Silver for Sundays Game | 03/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham Wanderers will play Sundays game wearing their new away kit, kindly sponsored by Scaffolding Access.
Since its order back in September we have had a few problems with sizing and printing problems, but now we are sorted and the kits will be given out on Sundays game.
We will be wearing Silver/Black tops, Black Shorts and Black Socks.
The club would like to thank Jeff Satwick for sponsoring the away kits.
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| No Match for Warriors Now Confirmed: | 02/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham Warriors will have a weekend off after Writtle Minjors contacted Chris last night to confirm that are unable to field a side to bring to Meadowbank on Sunday.
The Wanderers will be away to Meadow Youth on Sunday, and all are welcome to roar on the Wanderers as they look to gain their third win out of four in the league.
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| Green Army on the Road Again for Wanderers Quest to go 3rd | 02/12/2009 |
AFC Woodham Wanderers will again be on the road this Sunday as they travel to Meadow Youth in Division 3. It will be the 3rd week running to Green Army has taken to the road, and the team will be looking for a win to move the Wanderers up to third in the league.
A full team is expected to travel with no injury worries for Chris & Rob, and hopefully a large number of Wariors faithful will be making the short trip to Meadow Youth to cheer the boys on.
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| Friendly Game For Warriors: | 30/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham Warriors currently are not in action on 6th Dec, but Chris is trying to arrange a friendly game at present. Please refer to the website for details.
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| Whippets Enter Blackwater & Dengie League: | 29/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham Whippets will be starting their league campaign next season in the Blackwater & Dengie Division U7.
U7 football is a no competitive level where no scores and table positions are recorded, concentrating on the enjoyment and progression of skill. U7 is the earliest age group a team can officially play at and with 18 months of training by Scott & Chris, the boys and girls should be raring to go and ready for action.
The Whippets home pitch will be at Meadowbank Park and games will be played on sunday mornings
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| Clubhouse Fund Raising Scheme: | 28/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham are embarking on building their very own small Clubhouse at Meadowbank Park. This facility will be built for every member of the club to enjoy and benefit from. The facility will enable us to cater on matchdays throught the season, provide changing facilities and storage areas.
AFC Woodham are looking to the boys to get this fund raising project kick started with our new ‘AFC FUNRAISE’ Scheme. The boys will be given sponsor forms at tomorrow’s Games where they will be given the chance to come up with their own idea to raise up to £ 20.00 each for the club through friends and families.
This is a fun, fundraising scheme can be fun and prizes will be given out to the players who show special interest in raising money for their club, have the wackiest idea, and raise the maximum £20.00.
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| Tandoori Special Sold Out: | 28/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham’s Family Curry afternoon will now be packed to the rafters. All 80 spaces are now booked and the afternoon will see families from the Warriors, Wanderers and Whippets join together for this fund raising event.
This event kicks off at 2pm till around 5pm with Adults paying £ 7.95 per head and children £ 5.00 per head.
With the cost covering the meals, AFC Woodham will be carrying out several fund raising events during the afternoon, so your support will be greatly appreciated.
If you have any special meal requirements, please let Chris know ASAP.
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| Cruical Pitch Work Completed: | 28/11/2009 |
The Meadowbank Park pitch has undergone some crucial spiking and filling yesterday and today and now the work is completed.
Hopefully this work will allow better drainage & performance of the pitch during the wet weather.
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| Supestrikers Kits Due Soon: | 28/11/2009 |
| AfC Woodham superstrikers kits will be arriving from Germany on 14th December from Kit manufacturer Jako. The printing will be completed during the following week and we hope to have the kits available to the children by the following weekend. |
| Pitch Improvements Continue at Meadowbank: | 27/11/2009 |
With both the Wanderers and Warriors playing away this week, Meadowbank park will again be undergoing pitch renovation works ready for the winter months. This week will see Chris and Mike spiking the pitch with 6 inch deep hollow plugs which will be filled with sand. This allows vital drainage throughout the winter months and improves root activity in the grass. After this Andy will be looking to feed the pitch again and all this work is really starting to show.
Recent visitors to Meadowbank, Springfield, Gallow United and Meadow Youth, have all commented on the condition of the pitch making all the hard work worth while. Not long ago we were struggling to get the pitch playable for our first game of the season against Braintree Town, but now it looks great and it will be in tip top condition for the next home games. The AFC Woodham Whippets mini soccer pitch will also get an overhaul this weekend too.
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| Meadowbank Christmas Extravaganza December 19th/20th: | 27/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham will again be hosting its Christmas extravaganza at Meadowbank Park on Saturday and Sunday 19th/20th December.
Saturday will see the AFC Superstrikers and AFC Whippets participate in a fun event which will very much involve the parents too. We will be laying on some food afterwards at Meadowcroft Restaurant afterwards for parents and Children and Santa will make his first appearance on the Meadowbank turf to dish out gifts to our younger members. Chris has asked Santa to park in the lay by as the car park is too wet!!!!
On Sunday 21st The Warriors and Wanderers Dads will join together to play a joint Warriors / Wanderers team in a charity match.
Last year saw Dave Rean and Andy Cox shine as the Dads defeated the boys – can they do it again. Will Lee Wilsher get his tree trunk legs out again? Will Ray make it through another game unmarked. Proceedings will kick off in the afternoon if the teams are playing away on the day and we will be... Read more |
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| Last Few Spaces Left for Tandoori Special: | 27/11/2009 |
With 71 Tickets now booked for our curry afternoon we only have 9 spaces left for this fund raising event. Chris has been to the restaurant this week and can confirm that the Buffet will include finger buffet starters, a selection of main dishes mild and hot along with rices, naan breads and vegetable dishes. Chris has also ensured that the restaurant will be providing the children with special mild dishes for the children, along with English style food if anyone requires this.
We will be holding some fund raising activities during the afternoon and we will be kicking off at 2.00pm and wrapping things up around 5.00pm.
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| Hard Games Ahead This Weekend: | 27/11/2009 |
Both the Warriors and Wanderers will be on the road this weekend, taking on table topping opposition. AFC Woodham Warriors, back to winning ways and playing with style will travel to Tiptree to play 2nd placed Torquespeed Thunder and the Wanderers unbeaten in 3 games travel to 1st placed Broomfield Youth who have won every game this season.
After a good weekend for the club, both teams will be full of confidence looking to bring points back to Meadowbank Park.
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| Curry Afternoon Approaching Sell Out | 25/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham's Curry afternoon on 6th December is already close to selling out.
With 80 spaces available, over 60 places have been booked, so to avoid dissapointment, please book your space for this event as soon as possible.
The Buffett style afternoon kicks off at 2pm till 5pm and AFC Wodham havbe exclusive hire of the restuarant. Apart from a wide range of Indian dishes, there will be more traditional English food available.
Please let Chris know if you require any other meals.
Monies will be payable on the day, and all parties that book their place for this event and fail to attend will be charged due to the resturant catering for numbers booked.
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| Club House Plans Underway: | 22/11/2009 |
With Meadowcroft Nursery giving us the green light to build our Club House at Meadowbank Park, plans are now underway to get this project off the ground.
Our new outbuilding will provide a changing facility, store room, catering area for match days and a general working area. Due to planning restrictions, the building will have to be classed as a portable building, but will very much look like a permanent building.
We are looking at ways of funding the project at present and if all goes to plan AFC Woodham will have their own building by the start of next season.
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| Away Kits Due by End of Month: | 22/11/2009 |
Finally all our problems with the away kit have been sorted and we are looking to get the new Silver/black shirts by the end of the month.
Our away colours will be Silver/Black shirts, Black Shorts and Black Socks and again
This kit has been provided by Scaffolding Access Ltd. Thanks again to Jeff and Sarah for your kind support.
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| Family Indian Buffet Afternoon | 22/11/2009 |
We will be holding a family buffet afternoon at the Nawab Indian Restaurant on Sunday 6th December 2009 at 2.00pm. The restaurant has allocated all 80 spaces for this event, with a wide range of Indian cuisine to suit everyone. Prices are £ 7.50 for Adults and £ 5.00 for Children and will give the opportunity for all club members to come together and socialise.
This event will now doubt prove popular, and is based on a first come first serve basis.
To book your place, please contact Chris ASAP to avoid disappointment.
There will be a pay bar facility on offer and if a member of your party would like an alternative meal please let Chris know ASAP.
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| Club Fundraising Officer Required: | 22/11/2009 |
AFC are looking for a volunteer to become our fund raising officer. If you are interested in helping out, please contact the club.
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| Meadowbank Car Park | 16/11/2009 |
Following the recent wet weather, we will now be changing our car parking arrangements until spring.
Chris has been in contact with Meadowcroft Garden Centre and we have been allocated car parking in the Nursery Car Park, the Layby outside and the tarmac strip leading to the field, giving us a total of around 30 spaces.
We have been granted 1 strip of parking bays nearest the road. This will be allocated for home supporters.
We have also allowed more time between games to ease parking problems.
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| Courses Give Chris a Busy Week | 16/11/2009 |
Chris Will be attending 2 FA courses in the coming week.
On Monday chris will be attending an FA Attacking and Defending course for Junior Clubs at Southend Manor FC and on Tuesday will attending the first of many FA Child Welfare Officer Courses, held at Chelmsford Cricket Club.
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| "Tucks" to Make Mammoth Cup Trip | 16/11/2009 |
Roy and Dan Tucker will be making the mammoth 180 round mile trip to Meadowbank Park on Sunday as AFC Woodham Warriors take on Braintree Town Hornets.
The Tuckers have now moved to the Reading Area, but the family has shown real commitment to the club by making the trip to Essex on Sunday.
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| AFC Woodham Whippets Born | 16/11/2009 |
To join both the Warriors and Wanderers we now have formed our new U6 Side AFC Woodham Whippets with Scott Jones appointed as the Whippets Manager.
With the huge success that AFC Super strikers has been over the last few months, we are now arranging friendly matches for our younger members to participate in.
We are currently trying to organise a host of freindlies with our first game for the Whippets lining up against Danbury.
The Whippets already have their own mini soccer pitch at Meadowbank Park, as exciting times lie ahead for this team with a lot
of good players in the team.
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| Superstrikers Kits Underway | 16/11/2009 |
AFC Woodham Super strikers will be getting their full kits very soon, now sizes have been sorted. Our younger generation will be kitted out on Saturdays with their new Green kits, with the club now just finalising sizes with Jako - manufacturer of the kits.
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| Well Done Tony | 16/11/2009 |
Congratulations to Tony Grisedale, after passing his FA Goalkeeping coaching course.
Tony recently attended a three day course, and kindly took the time off work to complete the course, and now AFC Woodham can boast a fully qualified Goalkeeping coach.
AFC Woodham will be looking to use this achievement to full effect with not only our goalkeepers getting top quality training, but AFC Woodham providing goalkeepers from the community the chance to attend one on one coaching sessions.
This Saturday sees Tony taking both our goalkeepers, along with an additional goalkeeper training at our Woodside Training Ground.
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| FC Redwing Round Robin Cancelled | 10/08/2009 |
| Due to both clubs having players away on holiday, and with it being a bank holiday weekend, it has been decided to cancel these games. |
| Family Quiz Night Date Changed | 10/08/2009 |
| The Family Quiz Night date has had to be changed to Friday 25th September 2009 |
| Family Quiz Night 18th September 2009 | 09/08/2009 |
AFC Woodham will be hosting our first Family Quiz Night on Friday 18th September 2009, at the Oaklands Hotel in the Function Room starting 7:30pm.
This will be a great opportunity for all the new and existing parents and players to enjoy a fun packed night, we will be serving Chicken in a Basket meals, and there will be a pay bar facility.
Please contact Chris on 07771 726405 to book your place as numbers will be limited.
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| 2009/10 Squads Announced | 09/08/2009 |
The club has now selected both the Warriors and Wanderers squads for next season, and would like to wish both teams good luck in their respective leagues.
AFC Woodham Warriors:
Louis Grisdale, Ben Grimwood, Jack Blenkarn, Thomas Whitelock, Luke Harrop, Dan Tucker, Jamie Cox (Capt), Lewis Jones, Matthew Fenton, James Wilsher, Joe Satwick, Adam Rean, Luis Cooke, Brad Reade.
AFC Woodham Wanderers:
Andrew Butcher, Leon Walker, Dominic Naylor, Nathan Reavell, Charlie Demmel, Daniel Chettur (Capt), Matthew Olson, Louie Stone, Oliver Firminger, Tom Hadjuczek, Tom Parks, Harry Morris, Sean Tucker, Ben Baeumont, Jamie Game.
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| Wembley Tour 2010: | 09/08/2009 |
The club can now confirm that we will be hosting an event to visit Wembley Stadium in the February Half Term holiday.
There will be a maximum of 49 spaces available, with all 29 players alllocated a space, we will be travelling by Phillips Coaches to Wembley and will be arranging a full day package for everyone attending.
Prices will be confirmed at a later date, once we have an idea of numbers wanting to attend.
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| New Arrivals: | 09/08/2009 |
Everyone at he club would to welcome all our 10 new players have joined us in the close season.
We welcome Matthew Fenton, Matthew Olsen, Jamie Game, Louie Stone, Tom Whitelock, Nathan Reavell, Tom Parks, Brad Reade and Luke Harrop.
With these players we also would like to warmley welcome all the new parents to AFC Woodham.
The club has seen a lot of changes over the season and are now geared up for 11 a side next season, with our new parents and players on board we will be hosting an array of social events to bring everyone at the club together.
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| Meadowbank Closes Doors for Well Earned Summer Break | 07/08/2009 |
AFC Woodham would to thank everyone involved with the clun for all their efforts during the year.
We will be having a summer break for 3 weeks and Meadowbank Park will close its doors to the Warriors, Wanderers and Superstrikers. |
| Warriors & Wanderers Training Will Resume | 07/08/2009 |
| Thursday 3rd September at Meadowbank Park 6:00 - 7:30pm |
| Superstrikers Will Resume | 07/08/2009 |
Saturday 5th September at Meadowbank Park 9:00 - 10:00am
We hope you have a great summer break, and look forward to all squads rejoining us, ready for a successful 2009/10 campaign. |
| Fantasy Football | 06/08/2009 |
Brad and Tony have entered the "Telegraphs Fantasy Football" for the last four seasons and have enjoyed quite a bit of banter one way or the other.
Both Brad and Tony thought it would be a good idea to open it up to all parents/players of AFC Woodham. Brad and Tony normally get a league set up of around twenty people and there is prize money available for the top three.
If you would like to take part and have a bit of fun, all you have to do is visit the "Telegraph's" website www.fantasyfootball.telegraph.co.uk (all rules , tranfer details displayed there) and register your team which will cost £6.00, then click to join the super league option, which we have called "AFC Fantasy League" (Pin No: 9006535) and enter your team onto our very own league. We charge a further £10.00 (which Brad will collect) this goes into the prize pot. All prize money will be paid out at the end of the season, to the winner and two runne... Read more |
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| Team Selection for 2009/10 | 03/08/2009 |
We have now selected both squads for next year, and Chris will be contacting all team members personally this week to notify players and parents which team they are in amd what is expected of them during the coming season.
Jamie Cox has been appointed as AFC Woodham Warriors Captain, and Daniel Chettur will continue his role as AFC Woodham Wanderers Captain for next season.
We will be adapting a new policy for next season, where we will take in consideration attendance to training sessions, commitment and attitude when making our team selections for each match.
Also in December we will be introducing a transfer window, ro allow players to swith teams of the management feel it neccessary for the benefit or your childs ability. |
| Summer Break | 03/08/2009 |
This Thursday will be our last training session before we have a much deserved 3 week break.
Our first meeting back together will be Sunday 30th August 2009, when both teams will be contesting in the FC Redwing Round Robin event.
Training will resume on Thursday 3rd September 2009, 6:00 - 7:30pm at Meadowbank Park.
We hope everyone has an enjoyable summer break, and thank you to everyone involved with the club this year for your support and efforts. |
| AFC Tournament a Huge Success | 28/07/2009 |
AFC Woodham first ever tournament proved highly successful, as the club rasied nearly £1000.00 at a sun soaked Meadowbank Park on Saturday,
An exciting final saw Vipers run out 3-1 winners against AFC Woodham Tornados, but the day was not just about football - it was about a small club, coming together and providing the community with a fun day for all to remember. That was our target from the start and we saw it through successfully to the very end.
A Big Big thank to everyone involved who made this this day such a great success for our small club |
| Team Selection Meeting | 27/07/2009 |
Date: 30th July 2009 Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:30pm
With the tournament out of the way, we are now focusing on the team selections for next season. We need to get this process completed as soon as possible, so the boys know which team they are going to be playing in next season.
This is an important meeting, and would ask that all parents to attend, so any views regarding selections can be discussed.
Please let Chris know if you are unable to attend. |
| AFC All Set for Big Day | 24/07/2009 |
Meadowbank park is now all set and raring to go as AFC Woodham prepare to host their first tournament.
With an array of activity today, the pitches are cut, Marquees up and stalls ready, all we await are the 10 teams to turn up and enjoy a day to remember at Meadowbank Park.
All organisers are still working till midnight preparing programmes and paperwork for the big event. with a 6:00am start to prepare the final bits and pieces.
We are expecting over 300 people to attend our tournament with a great wheather forecast the day is all set to be a huge success, cheering AFC Woodham Tornados, Typhoons and Harriers to victory.
Thank you to evryone who has helped the club today and tomorrow, and we hope everyone who attends our special day will have a good one.
Good Luck AFC Woodham. |
| Tournament Arrangements | 24/07/2009 |
Saturday 25th July 2009, Please ArrIve 9:00am
On arrival, can all AFC Woodham parents please enter the ground through the main Meadowbank Park gates, and not the main Meadow Croft nurseries entrance.
When you have dropped off your child please can you park you car over at the Woodside Training Ground car park. The entrance will be clearly marked and manned by our matchday staff.
The main Meadowbank park car park will be used by visiting supporters, players and managers for the day.
Please ensure that all boys are wearing their Green AFC Woodham Matchday kit, and not the Training Kit.
There will be a host of stalls selling hot food and hot and cold drinks thoughout the day.
We will also have toilets on site with disabled facilities available in Meadow Croft Garden Centre.
Please support your club on Saturday, and help make our first tournament a huge success.
Can we remind all parents... Read more |
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| Tournament Meeting Tuesday 21st July | 15/07/2009 |
Date: 21st July 2009 Venue: Oaklands Hotel: Time: 8:30
We will be holding our final meeting before the tournament, can everyone involved please attend as this is a very important meeting.
We will finalising matters at this meeting to ensure that the event runs smoothly, If you are unable to attend the meeting please let Chris know as soon as possible. |
| Tournament Volunteers Needed | 15/07/2009 |
| With our tournament just over a week away, we are looking for volunteers to help out on the Friday night before the event, setting up before our early start on Saturday morning. If you are available and would like to help please contact Chris on 07771 726405 |
| Tournament News Update | 15/07/2009 |
The tournament arrangements are now hotting up with a host activity now underway as AFC Woodham hosts its first tournament at Meadowbank Park on Saturday 25th July 2009.
Ray has been busy finalising the programme, and we are nearly ready ro go to print, we now have all ten teams confirmed.
The Teams are:-
AFC Woodham Harriers
AFC Woodham Typhoons
AFC Woodham Tornados
AC Vipers
New Latchingdon Pythons
Maldon Saints Oranges
Mayland Village Sharks
Focus Ferrers Terriers
Maldon Saints Greens
Inter Vipers
If anyone can help the club by lending a Gazebo for the tournament, . please contact Chris to let him know, it would be appreciated.
Whilst we pray for good weather, the club has a plan in place to deal with bad weather, Most on the main setting is due to take place on the Friday, with pitches/car park areas being marked out on Thursday.
Anyone who has been al... Read more |
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| Pre-Season Fixtures | 14/07/2009 |
| We now have a number of additonal pre-season fixtures arranged, can we ask all parents to keep checking under fixtures then friendlies, if players are not available for any of the matches can they let Chris know as soon as possible. |
| Superstrikers 25th July 2009 Cancelled | 14/07/2009 |
| Due to tournament being held at Meadowbank on 25th July 2009, we have had to cancel the Superstrikers session due to take place that morning, sessions will resume as normal the following Saturday 1st August 2009. |
| Training as Normal Thursday 16th July 2009 | 14/07/2009 |
As you maybe aware there is a match being played on our matchday pitch during Thursdays training session. Boys who are playing is this game will have already been contacted, meaning that everyone else should turn up for training as usual, as we have our training area marked out next to the pitch. If you have any problems regarding Thursday please contact Chris on 07771 726405
All boys playing in the match or not, should all turn up with their training kit on, please! |
| Dads Trip to World Darts Championships | 13/07/2009 |
| We are trying to organise a trip to the World Darts Championships held at Alexandra Palace. The dates available at present include the quarter finals on 29th / 30th December 2009, there are 2 sessions held each day 1 - 5pm or 7 - 11pm. if you are interested please let Ray know by email ray.chettur@afcwoodham.co.uk, so we can get some more information. |
| Urgent Notice - Registration Forms | 11/07/2009 |
A Big well done to everyone who got their registrations, photos and payment in on time. We had 90% of forms returned, fully completed but we need 4 remaining forms back as soon as possible.
We cannot process the club forms to the league without all the froms, payment and photos. |
| AFC Annouce Tournament Team Names | 11/07/2009 |
For the forthcoming tournament we will be using the following name for the 3 teams entered.
AFC Woodham Harriers, AFC Woodham Typhoons, & AFC Woodham Tornados
Thank you to everyone who emailed us with suggestions and we have chosen a selection of names given, and our air theme proved to be very popular with many players, so we decided to go with these. Thank you for your help. |
| AFC Look to Players for Team Names for Tournament | 08/07/2009 |
| With 3 teams now entered for the tournament, we require team names, we would like the players to come with the names, they can be linked or individual names, please email your selection to chris.firminger@afcwoodham.co.uk as soon possible. |
| AFC Enter Addtional Team to Tournament | 08/07/2009 |
| Due to a large number of AFC Woodham players available for the tournament we have decided to enter a third team. With both Runwell Hospital and Maldon Saints pulling we have filled one space with Mayland Village Sharks. |
| Registration Forms | 04/07/2009 |
| Can we remind all parents that the registration forms Must Be back on Thursday 9th July 2009. This will enable us to complete all the paperwork and submit it to the league. Please include 2 current passport size pictures with each registration. |
| Warriors and Wanderers Link up with FC Redwing Eagles and Hawks | 04/07/2009 |
| AFC Woodham have agreed to link up with FC Redwing in Billericay for Pre-Season friendlies on the 30th August 2009 K:O 10:00. |
| Home Matches | 04/07/2009 |
| It would be a appreciated if parents/supporters would offer to help either set up or clear away at the end of matches, at present we rely on the same people each week to help. Can we also ask that all rubbish is cleared from supporters area at the end of each game. |
| Pre-Season Friendlies | 04/07/2009 |
| With pre-season now underway we have arranged a number of friendlies, please view fixtures and click on friendlies for the up to date list of matches. |
| Match Details | 02/07/2009 |
| Players playing on Sunday 5th July 2009 please wear Match Kit (Not Training Kit) |
| AFC Go Silver to Match Chris Hair | 02/07/2009 |
AFC Woodham will unveil their new silver and black away kit very soon.
Kit Manager Brad Harrop has been busy sorting out different sizes and we hope to have the kit ready in the next few weeks. We will be organising an official club photo session and publishing photos in the local press.
Our Club Chairman is delighted to have a kit colour to match his newly dyed silver Hair, stating " I'm going to look great when we go away from home next season - I cant wait |
| AFC Woodham Summer Break | 02/07/2009 |
After a busy season on and off the field, we will be having a summer break in August prior to the league fixtures starting on 13th September 2009.
Details are:
Thursday 13th August Training at Meadowbank Park 6:00 – 7:30pm
Sunday 16th August No Game Arranged
Thursday 20th August No Training
Sunday 23rd August No Game Arranged
Thursday 27th August No Training
Sunday 30th August No Game Arranged
Thursday 3rd September Training Resumes at Meadowbank Park 6:00 – 7:30pm
Sunday 6th September Viper Youth Pre Season Tournamant
Thursday 10th September Training at Meadowbank Park 6:00 – 7:30pm
Sunday 13th September Blackwater and Deng... Read more |
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| AFC Send Best Wishes to Ivan | 02/07/2009 |
AFC would like to send very best wishes to Ivan Parks, stepfather of our newly signed striker Tom Parks.
Ivan, suffered a severe heart attack a couple of weeks ago at home and was rushed by air ambulance to a specialist hospital. Ivan underwent 1 of 2 major operations this week and is to undergo a second very soon.
Although on the mend, it will be a long road back to full recovery and everyone at AFC Woodham Football Club would like to wish Ivan, Tracey, Tom and Family the very best Wishes for a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing Ivan on the Meadowbank touchlines very soon.
If anyone would like to send best wishes to Ivan, please email chris.firminger@afcwoodham.co.uk and we will forward them on to the family.
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| Team Selection News | 02/07/2009 |
As you are all aware we will selecting players to play for both the Warriors and Wanderers for the forthcoming season. With a host of players joining from 3 other clubs plus the club giving the opportunity to bring in members playing for the first time, we now have 31 players registered with the club.
Pre season to date has seen all the boys perform well on and off the pitch and by the end of July, Chris Rob and Brad will sit down to discuss the ability of the players, with Chris and Tony discussing the goalkeeping situation. Chris will listen and take note of the coaches input and make a decision at the end of July, followed by contacting parents on the weekend 1st - 2nd August.
We will be selecting boys to play in a team based on ability to play at a level in which is best for them. Chris will personally contact all parents and explain in detail why the club has decided to place a player in a certain team, with the club as always, totally committed to gi... Read more |
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| 31 Boys Sign up to AFC Woodham | 01/07/2009 |
With a number of players joining the club, we now have a list of all club Players joining AFC WOODHAM for the 2009/10 season. The boys will compete in a number of trial games and freindly games, ready to be placed in either the Warriors or Wanderers for next season.
AFC Woodham Players 2009 - 2010
Louis Grisedale
Andrew Butcher
Dan Tucker
Jack Blenkarn
Thomas Whitelock
Louis Stone
Ben Grimwood
Lewis Jones
Dominic Naylor
Leon Walker
Nathan Reavell
Jamie Game
Matthew Hatcher
Luke Harrop
Matthew Fenton
Jamie Cox
James Wilsher
Joe Satwick
Oliver Firminger
Tom Hajduczek
Matthew Olsen
Daniel Chettur
Charlie Demmel
Ben Beaumont
Jamie Hatcher
Shaun Tucker
Harry Morris
Tom Parks
Luis Cooke
Brad Read
Adam Rean |
| AFC Woodham Tournament | 01/07/2009 |
| Following the recent tournament meeting, we now have a list of volunteers to help run the tournament during the day, to view a list of the teams taking part and a list of the volunteers please visit the tournament page. |
| Woodham Warriors New League | 01/07/2009 |
AFC Woodham Warriors will be playing in the Blackwater and Dengie League Division 1 to view list of teams in this league report.
After last nights AGM, the team was voted into the division and will contest their first ever game as a top flight club on September 13th. A delighted Chairman Chris Firminger told the website " this is a fantastic achievement for the club and the Warriors are where they deserve to be. With the club enjoying a host of players joining, we can now look forward to a season where the boys can have top quality games every week against quality opposition. Yes it is going to be tough, but when you look around, we now have a squad of natural ability, pace and talent and again we have stepped up a level from our successful season last year".
Teams in the Blackwater and Dengie League Division 1 are:
Heybridge youth Pumas
Braintree Town
Torquespeed Thunder
Meadow Youth
Notley Youth
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| Wanderers in with a Realistic Chance | 01/07/2009 |
AFC Woodham Wanderers have been entered to play in the Blackwater & Dengie League Division 3 next season. After a tough season last year, the team has been given a chance to play at the right level, and given themselves a chance of making an impression in the league next season.
After learning that the Wanderers were competing in Division 3, Chairman Chris Firminger stated "I am thrilled that the Wanderers are competing in this league next year. I promised strong additions to the squad, and we have them, and I am looking forward to the boys competing at this level - a level in which they have a real chance of success. No one deserves this more than the Wanderers, but again there are tough teams out there and we have to be on top of our game to get results." The Wanderers will be competing against the following teams:
Teams in the Blackwater and Dengie League Division 3 are:
Burnham Ramblers
Torquespeed Torna... Read more |
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| Wembley Stadium Tour | 01/07/2009 |
| We are looking at the possibility of arranging a visit to tour the new Wembley Stadium, as soon as we have a idea of prices and availability we will let you know. |
| Meadowbank Park | 01/07/2009 |
With the club competing 11 a side next season the club are now underway with ground improvements at our famous Meadowbank Park Stadium. Chris and Mike have been busy preparing the ground, cutting and preparing the new extended areas of the pitch, as we will be playing on a bigger surface next year. The new goals will be ordered next week, and new perimeter barrier posts are due to be erected too, during the week.
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| Presentation Evening | 01/07/2009 |
This Evening was a huge success, with 90 people attended a packed out village hall. All in attendance enjoyed good food, drink and entertainment on the night. Thank you to everyone who helped out and attended, making it another AFC night to remember. Again a well done to the players who raised over
£150.00 for the club.
Every player and Superstrikers players received a trophy with individual winners as follows:
Warriors Wanderers
Managers Player Jack Blenkarn Andrew Butcher
Players Player Jamie Cox Harry Morris
Parents Player James Wilsher Andrew Butcher
Top Goalscorer James W... Read more |
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| Training Notice | 01/07/2009 |
| From Thursday 2nd July 2009, Training will be held at Meadwobank Park at the new time of 6:00 - 7:30pm. |
| AGM | 01/07/2009 |
Following our AGM all existing officers were re elected with Treasurer Tony Grisedale officially elected into his role. The club also voted and formed a sub committee, who will sit at all meetings.The club committee, and officers are as follows.
Committee: Chris Firminger, Dave Rean, Ray Chettur, Tony Grisedale.
Sub Committee: Steve Woolvin, Rob Jones, Alex Grimwood, Stuart Beaumont.
Club Positions:
Chairman: Chris Firminger
Secretary: Dave Rean
Treasurer: Tony Grisedale
Web Site Officer: Ray Chettur !... Read more |
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| Tournament News | 26/06/2009 |
| Following last nights meeting everything is almost finalised for our first tournament to be held on 25th July 2009, can all the players/parents please let Chris know as soon as possible if they are available to play as we are entering 2 teams. |
| Tournament Meeting | 25/06/2009 |
| Just to remind everyone that we are holding a Tournament Meeting tonight Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time 8:30 |
| Trial Match | 25/06/2009 |
| This weekends match against Maldon has been cancelled, however we will be holding a AFC Woodham trial match Saturday 27th June 2009, K:O 10:30 Meet Meadowbank 10:00 |
| Presentation Evening | 14/06/2009 |
| The club would like thank everyone who helped make last nights presentation a success, congratulations to all the players on last seasons efforts, (full list of awards will appear during the week). The programme for last night will also be available later in the week, as a PDF download. |
| Focus Ferrers Tournament | 04/06/2009 |
| All players taking part in this weekends Focus Ferrers Tournament , should meet at the William De Ferrers Playing Fields at 9:00am, you should allow extra time for parking as the area will be busy. |
| Tournament Meeting Date | 29/05/2009 |
The next tournament meeting will be held on 25th June 2009, Venue: Oaklands
Time: 8:00 - 9:00pm |
| Warriors Final Game Postponed | 28/05/2009 |
This weekends final match of the season against Dunmow United Vikings has been postponed due to Dunmow being unable to get a team together.
With the final date for league matches being 31st May 2009, it is likely that the result will be decided by the leagues committee. The club is keen to play this last match and has offered to rearrange the fixture for next week either mid week or Sunday. We will keep everyone informed as soon as we have an answer. |
| AGM Agenda | 28/05/2009 |
Please find the agenda for tonights AGM below, Venue: Oaklands Hotel, Time: 8:30 - 10:00
1: Welcome
2: Apologies
3: Chairmans Report
4: Secretarys Report
5: Treasurers Report
6: Managers Report
7: Website Officers Report
8: Election of Committee
9: Election of Sub Committee
10: AFC Super Strikers
11: Tournament
12: End of Season Presentation
13: AFC Fundraise
14: Sponsorship
15: Future Events
16: Warriors Report & Feedback
17: Wanderers Report & Feedback
18: Coaching and Referees Courses/CRB Checks
19: Meadowbank Park & Woodside Training Ground
20: Team Formats for Season 2009/10
21: Question Time for Parents/Any Other Business |
| Game Off | 27/05/2009 |
Due to the number of players away on holiday, this Saturdays match AFC Woodham Select v Weald Bassett B has been postponed.
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| Club AGM | 23/05/2009 |
| Please remember the clubs AGM is being held on Thursday 28th May 2009, Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 9:30pm, any proposals should be sent to chris.firminger@afcwoodham.co.uk prior to the meeting. |
| Training Notice | 23/05/2009 |
| With the club now holding its AGM on Thursday evening, Training times for this week will change to the following 5:30 - 6:45 all players should wear Trainers/Astros |
| Player of the Year Nominations | 23/05/2009 |
| With the presentation evening approaching fast, can all parents and players ensure that they have their nominations back to Chris no later than Thursday 28th May, as we need to organise the engraving. |
| Important AGM Date Change | 15/05/2009 |
| Due to unforseen circumstances the date for the club's AGM has had to be changed to Date: Thursday 28th May 2009, Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 09:30pm |
| Club Newsletter | 09/05/2009 |
Firstly I would like to thank you all for your support this season as we near completion. It has been a contrasting season for both teams, but at last the Wanderers finished the season on a high, beating Dunmow United Vikings 2- 1 in front of their biggest following of the season.
We have 2 League games left for the Warriors, This Sunday we face Great Notley Gunners in the league and on 31st May we face Great Dunmow away. A good solid season for the Warriors with 3rd place achieved and promotion to the 1st Division.
Pre Season Matches:
We have scheduled friendly games in which we will be shuffling all the boys around, using these games to experiment different ideas.
For me these games are not about results but performances as we will selecting the sides in July/August.
May I remind you that we will be mixing the boys around and please do not worry if your boy is playing with a different group of players ... Read more |
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| New Arrival | 08/05/2009 |
| Everyone at AFC Woodham would like to send their congratulations to Alex & Karen Grimwood, on the birth of their daughter,Lily-May. |
| Important Training Venue Change | 06/05/2009 |
| Please Note: This weeks training venue has been changed to Saltcoates Park (Rugby Club End) time 5:45 - 7:15 |
| Meeting Reminder | 06/05/2009 |
Tournament/Club Meeting:
Date: 7th May 2009, Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 9:30pm |
| Cricket Match Cancelled | 06/05/2009 |
| Due to a number of players prior commitments we have had to cancel this weeks Cricket Match between the Warriors & Wanderers, we will arrange this for another date during the summer. |
| Meeting Dates | 29/04/2009 |
Tournament Meeting:
Date: 7th May 2009, Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 9:30pm |
| Club AGM | 27/04/2009 |
| Date: 27th May 2009 Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 10:00pm |
| Club News and Events Update part 1 | 26/04/2009 |
AFC Welcome Brad on Board:
AFC Woodham have recently appointed Brad Harrop to the coaching Staff at Meadowbank Park .
Brad joins us after steering Fennlands United to a fine mid table position in division 1 last season as assistant Manager. Brad will also be helping us out as our kit and equipment officer, making sure all club members are kitted out to perfection.
Club Chairman Chris Firminger added “ I am delighted Brad has come on board and take this opportunity to join us. Brad has done a fantastic job at Fennlands United and deserves a chance to work with top class facilities we have here at AFC Woodham. We had been tracking Brad for some time and made a move to get him on board in March, preparing for next season. Brad rightly so continued with his duties at Fennlands until the last game on Sunday, and now we can officially welcome Brad to Meadowbank. Also with Brad comes his son Luke, who has settled in very well and enj... Read more |
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| Club News and Events Update part 2 | 26/04/2009 |
Charity Game Coming to Meadowbank:
Meadowbank park will be hosting a charity football Match in the next couple of weeks as a C.J.Firminger Building and Landscaping team will take on a Meadowcroft Nurseries team with all proceeds for the match going to a nominated charity and funds for our club. The game will be a midweek game and everyone is welcome to come along. Details of the game will appear on our website.
FA Course / Child Protection Updates:
Andy Franklin is currently attending his referees course and will complete it this weekend.
Tony Grisedale is currently taking his FA Level 1 coaching badge at Colchester United’s Shrub end Community Centre.
Brad Harrop is booked in to attend his FA Level 1 coaching course in late June.
Dave Rean, Scott Jones, Brad Harrop, Andy Franklin, Rob Jones, Tony Grisedale have all completed their relevant CRB child... Read more |
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| Ladies Evening Cancelled | 20/04/2009 |
Due to the lack of numbers attending, our scheduled Ladies Evening this Friday has been cancelled.
With only 7 people interested and only 4 payments received, along with the club looking to subsidise meals and providing a mini bus service, the evening would have run at a loss of approximately £160.00.
We will be looking to organise future events, but payments will be required as confirmation of booking, as a number of interested parties agreeing at the time have now pulled out resulting in the cancellation of this event.
All cheques/payments will be returned to the appropriate people on Thursday at training, we would like to thank the 7 people who booked and apologies for the inconvenience cancelling at this late stage.
Should the people who booked still wish to go out together locally, the club will pay for the taxis for the home journeys |
| Important Match Change | 17/04/2009 |
| Due to illness the Warriors match this weekend has been postponed, The Wanderers will be playing Great Notley Gunners on Sunday 19th April 2009, KO 11:00 Meet Woodside 9:45 |
| Easter Break Notice | 06/04/2009 |
No Training Thursday 9th April 2009, Next training session 16th April 2009 5:45 - 7:15.
No Matches This Weekend.
No Superstrikers Saturday 11th April 2009. |
| Grand National Sweepstake Result | 04/04/2009 |
1st Mon Mome Grisedale Girls
2nd Comply or Die Daniel Chettur
3rd My Will Marian Chettur
4th State of Play Callum Jones
Winnings to be paid out after training on Thursday subject to all money being collected. |
| Dates for your Diary | 30/03/2009 |
Tournament Meeting: 2nd April 2009 Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 8:00 - 10:00pm
Club AGM: 27th May 2009 Venue: Oaklands Hotel Time: 7:30 - 10:00pm
2008/09 Presentation Evening: 13th June 2009 Venue: Village Hall Time: 7:30 - Midnight
AFC Woodham Summer 7 a Side Tournament:
New Date Saturday 25th July 2009 Venue: Meadowbank Park Time: 09:00am - 5:00pm |
| New Training Times | 29/03/2009 |
| Please note the new training times from Thursday 2nd April 2009, Time: 5:45 - 7:15, Venue: Meadowbank Park. |
| Breaking News | 21/03/2009 |
AFC Woodham Becomes Chartered Standard Club.
It is with delight that we can officially announce that AFC Woodham is now a Chartered Standard Club.
The Club recieved the news yesterday from the Essex County Football Association, and are now awaiting a date to be arranged for the presentation to be made. |
| Night Out for the Ladies | 14/03/2009 |
| AFC will be hosting a social evening for the ladies on 24th April 2009, with a trip to the classy ASK Restaurant in Billericay, Price for this event will £20.00 per person this covers the meal, AFC will be providing a mini bus service to and from Billericay. |
| Meeting Agenda | 09/03/2009 |
Please find details of the initial agenda for tonights meeting
1: Chairmans Report
2: Treasurers Report
3: Secretarys Report
4: Team Reports Warriors, Wanderers
5: 2009/2010 Season
6: Club Rules / Conduct
7: Matchday Procedures
8: Tournament
9: AOB |
| Busy Weekend of Fixtures Ahead | 02/03/2009 |
With the weather improving all time, we are now trying to catch up on fixtures, with both teams already playing on Sunday 8th March 2009, an additional fixture has arranged for Saturday 7th March 2009.
Saturday 7th March 2009
AFC Woodham Warriors v AFC Woodham Wanderers
Kick Off: 10.00
Meet Meadowbank 09:30
AFC Woodham all set for Charter Standard Accolade: 27/02/2009
AFC Woodham are now all set in their quest to become a Chartered Standard Club, within a year of being formed. |
| Training Pitches now complete at Meadowbank | 27/02/2009 |
| With the break in the weather finally here, work on our 2 training pitches is well underway at Meadowbank Park, in preperation for Thursdays evening training sessions to resume. |
| Email Addresses Needed | 04/02/2009 |
With everyone now using the website to catch up with the latest news, we will also be sending emails out to the parents of club players informing them of changes ie: Fixture Changes, Postponments, and Meeting Times for Matches.
We need your email address so we can compile an effective email register, although we some members email addresses, can Everybody please send your current / preffered email address to recieve club information to c.j.firminger@btinternet.com |
| Meadowbank Park Pitch Struggling | 31/01/2009 |
After a 9:30am pitch inspection at Meadowbank, the pitch was still under water in places, in particular the Kennell End part of the ground where it is very wet and spongy.
Chairman Chris Firminger, Coach Rob Jones and AFC's Referee Steve Woollvin inspected the pitch and at present it is not playable. AFC will carry out a further pitch inspection at 4:00pm and a decsion will be made regarding tomorrows fixtures.
With another dry forecast and a strong wind could see the pitch improve but both the Warriors and Wandereers games look doubtful.
We will keep you posted on the website. |
| David Beckham Awaits AFC | 10/01/2009 |
Details of our planned trip to the David Beckham Academy this year will appear on the website shortly. Dates are currently being finalised as the club were due to be going in the spring of this year. Unfortunately due to other club commitments this trip was put on the backburner, but now Chairman Chris Firminger is pressing ahead once again, and a date will be confirmed soon.
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| AFC Impress League Officials | 24/12/2008 |
Our recent home match on 22nd December saw Chelmer and Crouch Chairman Chris Shurmur and Fixture Secreary Chis Pittman pay a visit to Meadowbank Park .
Both league officials were highly impressed with our matchday set up along with our floodlit training facility accross the road at Woodside. After being shown around, AFC Woodham was asked if we would be prepared to use our facilities to promote 9 a side football within the area, with a 9 a side open day planned for the future, something we would be happy to accommodate. Also comments was passed on the immaculate state of our pitch, considering the recent bad weather.
Well done to everyone involved. |
| Meadowcroft Extravaganza | 22/12/2008 |
| Rean Delight as Boys get Roasted! Jones Blasts Her Way to Hamper Delight! |
| England Trip a Hugh Success | 20/11/2008 |
England U19 1 – 0 Germany U19
All 23 players attended our England trip on Tuesday to watch England face Germany at Colchester United's Impressive Weston Homes Community Stadium. A full Phillips coach of 50 people left Woodham at 5.00 driven superbly by AFC's resident Driver and supporter 'Terry' and we arrived at the ground at 6.15pm.
The AFC followers entered the new Family Enclosure and enjoyed good food and beer in the concourses below the stands. Players and parents took to their seats in good time for the game and all the boys were in full chorus before the game singing and munching at the same time. As the players entered the pitch, the 9650 fans made a real racket, creating a good atmosphere for this U19 game. All the club members enjoyed the game in which an impressive England won 1-0.
Highlights of the night was seeing all the boys having fun together, creating the Mexican wave on numerous occasions, orchestrated... Read more |
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| Woodside Shines at Last | 11/10/2008 |
Woodside Training Ground hosted its first floodlit training session on Thursday night.
A full squad of 23 players attended the session and were welcomed by an impressive set up which included 2 fully marked out 5 a side pitches, 2 x 7 a side training Goals, 2 x 9 a side goals, 4 fully equipped training grids, a warm up and warm down section, Goalkeeping training section and an impessive shooting section with background catch net.
The 6 x 1000w floodlights provided the boys with enough light as the boys trained on the immaculate Woodside Turf, beautifully prepared by AFC Groundsman Mike Carter. AFC’s Veteran player and Clubman of the year, Oliver Firminger had the honour of turning the lights on which gave way to a huge cheer from the onlooking followers on the sidelines.
Pictures are due to appear on the website shortly.
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| AFC Super Strikers Born | 11/10/2008 |
AFC Super Strikers
Long Awaited Launch is Finally Here
AFC Super Strikers Born – Saturdays (9:00am – 10:00am) £3.00 Per Session
For All Players 4 - 5
It is with delight that we can announce the birth of our new service – AFC SUPER STRIKERS giving younger players the best possible introduction to football, enjoying second to none facilities at our Woodside training ground/ Meadowbank Park .
Sessions will encourage our younger players to learn the basics of football in a friendly ,enjoyable atmosphere that AFC has to offer. Sessions will take place on the fully equipped and safe playing surface at AFC Woodham.
We are delighted to announce that former Crystal Palace and Eagles coach Scott Jones has been appointed to front these sessions assisted by Chris Firminger.
AFC Chairman Chris Firminger Stated “ As you are aware I hav... Read more |
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| Another AFC Woodham Night to Remember England v Germany U19 | 09/10/2008 |
AFC Woodham's trip to see England U19 V Germany U19 is now sold out.
The 50 tickets were snapped up in no time at all for the game to be hosted on Tuesday 18th November 2008 at Colchester United's Weston Homes Community Stadium.
The Coach for the trip will be leaving from the following points:
Bus Stop outside Asda Car Park 5.00 pm
Woodside 5.15 pm
Arrangements have been made so the coach will be parking right next to the new ground as we estimate to arrive at the stadium at around 6.15pm, Food and drinks are available at the ground. The match kicks off at 7.00pm and finishes at 8.45pm. The coach will be departing at 9.00 and will arrive back at around 9.40pm.
Please remember payment for this event should be made week commencing 11th November 2008.
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| Presentation Evening | 17/07/2008 |
It was another evening to remember for AFC Woodham as we celebrated our end of season presentation evening under the banner of Focus Ferrers Eagles. AFC followers packed the Function Room to the rafters with well over 100 guests attending. With the disco, buffet and beer in full swing everyone was in joyous mood ready for the presentation. After an unusually short speech by Chris Firminger, the presentations got underway with every AFC woodham member receiving a medal.
Catergory winners were awarded to the following players:
Managers Player of the Year: Louis Grisedale
Players Player of the Year: Ben Grimwood
Parents player of the Year: Ben Grimwood
Top Goalscorer: James Wilsher
Most Improved Player: Daniel Chettur
Clubman of the Year: Oliver Firminger
Ma... Read more |
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| PROPOSED DIVISIONS TAKE SHAPE | 12/06/2008 |
The Chelmer and Crouch League have drafted up the proposed leagues for next seasons 9 a side competition.
As requested both our teams will be paired in the same division, alongside some teams we are already familiar with.
We will be playing matches on a home and away basis.
DIV 1 Proposed
Dunmow Rhodes
Fennlands
Great Notley Scorpions
Valley Green Eagles
Weald Bassett A
Hannikins Farm
Weald Bassett B
Valley Green Hawks
Maldon Saints Whites
Focus Ferrers Terriers
Great Notley Lions
DIV 2 Proposed
Stock United
New Latchingdon
A.F.C Woodham A
Maldon Saints Yellows
Boreham Village Youth
Great Notley Gunners
A.F.C Woodham B
Chelmsford City
Dunmow United Vikings
Flitch Youth
Heybridge Youth Tigers
Runwell Hospital
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| Meadowbank Park Is Ready | 18/05/2008 |
After nearly 100 hours of preparation on the new ground, Meadowbank Park hosted its first game on Sunday 18th May 2008, hosting a 9 a side games between the boys.
The pitch performed very well and looked a real treat complete with new goals, corner flags and an impressive perimeter boundary. The Meadowbank Park faithful enjoyed the facilities which included several short trips to the café in the nearby Meadowcroft nursery, where the team spent over £90.00.
The game ended 6-6 and rounded off a fine inaugural test for the ground.
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| "Tucks to Make Mammoth Cup Trip | 01/01/2001 |
Roy and Dan Tucker will be making the mammoth 180 round mile trip to Meadowbank Park on Sunday as AFC Woodham Warriors take on Braintree Town Hornets.
The Tuckers have now moved to the Reading Area, but the family has shown real commitment to the club by making the trip to Essex on Sunday.
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| Superstikers Presentation Day 12th June 2010 | 01/01/2001 |
We will be holding our first AFC Woodham Superstrikers fun day at Meadowbank Park on Saturday 12th June at 12.00pm.
We will have a range of activities at our famous Woodham Road Stadium including Bouncy Castles, Dads V Childrens Games, Mums Penalty competitions and BBQ/ Refreshments.
This Event will take place of our morning Superstrikers session and cost of this fun filled event is just £ 2.50 per person,payable on the day to cover costs.
All Superstrikers wil recieve a trophy.
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| Superstikers Presentation Day 12th June 2010 | 01/01/2001 |
We will be holding our first AFC Woodham Superstrikers fun day at Meadowbank Park on Saturday 12th June at 12.00pm.
We will have a range of activities at our famous Woodham Road Stadium including Bouncy Castles, Dads V Childrens Games, Mums Penalty competitions and BBQ/ Refreshments.
This Event will take place of our morning Superstrikers session and cost of this fun filled event is just £ 2.50 per person,payable on the day to cover costs.
All Superstrikers wil recieve a trophy.
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