Wasps U14 2011 - 2012 season

Sunday 5th February: U14 v Pinehurst Rangers

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The match on Sunday is at home against Pinehurst. Kickoff is at 12pm, so all players will need to meet at the Rec at 11.30am.

Squad: Joe, Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Luke, Matt R (captain), Ben, Stephen and
James

Sunday 29th January: U14 v Eldene Rangers

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This match resulted in a fantastic team performance to prevent Eldene going top of the league. The five defensive players were superb throughout and the midfielders battled for everything, with Matt causing all sorts of problems up front.

After withstanding plenty of pressure from Eldene, Luke coolly chipped the keeper to put us ahead. Eldene eventually found the net as the second half wore on, but everyone kept their heads to prevent them scoring again and we could still have won in the last few minutes.

Captain's Award: Stephen
Coaches' Award: Matt R

Squad: Joe, Connor, Ryan, Max (captain), Ed, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Stephen and James

Sunday 22nd January: U14 v Greenmeadow P

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This was a match where nothing ran for us. After Greenmeadow scored with almost their first chance, we had numerous opportunities to score but failed to do so due to bad luck and incredible defending on the line. Further Greenmeadow goals either side of half time, secured the points, in spite of many more chances.

Coaches' Award: Max

Squad: Joe, Connor, Ryan (captain), Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Stephen and James

Sunday 15th January: U14 v Wroughton Youth

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A penalty from Fraser gave us the lead, before Wroughton equalised. Fraser then followed up a shot from Max to secure a half time lead. Unfortunately the second half didn't go our way as the ball refused to go in, whilst two goals from Wroughton won them the points.

Coaches' Award: Ryan, for a dominant game in defence.

Squad: Joe, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Jonny, Matt G, Luke (captain), Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Sunday 8th January: U14 v Croft Juniors

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This was a good performance against the team that sits at the top of the league and with a bit more luck, it could have been even closer. After their speedy striker had helped give Croft a two-goal lead, a shot from Max fell kindly for Fraser to poke home, but Croft managed to extend their lead again just before half time.

Wanborough had the better of the second half, after Croft had scored again, with a great strike from Luke bringing us back into the game. Despite some further chances, there were no more goals.

Coaches' Award: Luke, for a good defensive performance before his midfield exploits.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Luke (1), Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James (captain)

Sunday 11th December: U14 v Cricklade Youth

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This was an exciting game that deservedly finished level. After Cricklade took the lead, goals from Fraser and Ed put us ahead at half time. Cricklade equalised after the break before Ben restored the lead. Two further goals from Cricklade put them in control with two minutes to go, but a last minute equaliser from James ensured the points were shared.

Coaches' Award: James, for an excellent all round performance.

Squad: Joseph, Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen (captain) and James

Sunday 4th December: U14 v Brinkworth Cats R

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This match started well, with a goal from Luke putting Wanborough ahead in the first half. Ben then turned in a shot from Joe in the second half, but then it all went wrong as Brinkworth started hitting the target and ran away with the points.

Coaches' Award: Stephen

Squad: Joseph, Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Matt G, Fraser, Luke, Jason, Matt R (captain), Ben, Stephen and James

Sunday 27th November: U14 v Brinkworth Cats B

2011-11-24T09:47:00.002Z

This was a bit of a disjointed performance against a Brinkworth side that worked hard and managed to disrupt the flowing football that has been played in recent weeks. Goals from Fraser (2), Luke, Ed, Kieran, Max and Matt R helped to seal the points.

Coaches' Award: Ed, for another battling performance capped with a strong free kick to score

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Fraser, Luke, Jason, Matt R (captain), Ben and Stephen

Sunday 20th November: U14 v Pinehurst Rangers

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It was a scintillating team performance against Pinehurst Rangers, as chances were created from the first whistle. Fraser gave us an early lead, before Pinehurst equalised and it looked as if it would be a tight game, but two more goals put us in control. Further first half goals followed for Luke, Kieran, then Luke and Fraser again.

Pinehurst hit back early in the second half, before Fraser got another, then two from Max, a deflected shot from Luke, a great strike from Matt G and a last from Fraser completed our scoring, before Pinehurst pulled two back.

Coaches' Award: Matt R, for a dazzling performance in midfield

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max (2), Ed, Kieran (1 - captain), Matt G (1), Fraser (6), Luke (3), Jason, Matt R and James

Sunday 6th November: U14 v Avebury

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A great all-round team performance resulted in a well-deserved win against Avebury, with the goals all shared around.

Coaches' Award: Kieran, for a dominant performance

Squad: Joseph, Connor, Ryan, Max (2), Ed, Kieran (1), Fraser (2), Luke (1), Jason (1), Matt R (1), Ben (captain), Stephen (1) and James (1)

Sunday 16 October: U14 v Old Town Utd

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This was another very entertaining game and a great all-round team performance. After some early pressure from Old Town, they were stunned when we broke into their half for the first time and Kieran fired us ahead. Although Old Town equalised, a first goal from Joe and another from Fraser opened a gap, before Old Town came back again to draw level. However, Luke had the final say in the first half to put us ahead once more.

The result was sealed in the second half with both Luke and Fraser scoring again, before Old Town hit the post and then scored a late consolation goal. There was some lovely passing football throughout the game and everybody should be pleased with the performance.

Coaches' Award: Ben, for a tenacious performance in midfield.

Squad: Joe, Ryan, Ed, Kieran, Matt G, Fraser (captain), Jonny, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Sunday 2 October: U14 v Ramsbury

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This was a very entertaining game, with Ben opening the scoring with a great strike. Ramsbury equalised, either side of Fraser's first goal for the team. Fraser and then Luke gave us a 4-2 half time lead.

Ramsbury came back strongly in the second half and brought the scores level, before a bullet-header from Luke put Wanborough ahead again. Yet again Ramsbury came back to equalise, but Matt didn't give up and sent in a last-minute cross for Fraser to turn in for hs hat trick.

Coaches' Award: Fraser, for his goals and all-round effort.

Squad: Joseph, Connor, Ryan, Max (captain), Ed, Matt G, Fraser, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Just a reminder that training will start at 6pm on Tuesday to try and make the most of the light. If it's still light enough we'll finish at 7.15pm, rather than 7pm.

Sunday 25 September: U14 v Greenmeadow Performance (Cup)

2011-09-20T21:11:00.002+01:00

This turned out to be a difficult cup match against a good side, who showed some fine finishing skills. However for the first quarter (and also the last 15 minutes), we played very well and made Greenmeadow work hard to create any opportunities.

Coaches' Award: Max, who turned in another good performance in goal, pulling off some excellent saves.

Squad: Joseph, Max, Ed, Kieran (captain), Fraser, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Sunday 18 September: U14 v Eldene Rangers

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There was little between the two teams, particularly in the first half when Eldene took a 1-0 lead. Unfortunately we were unable to take our chances and really test their keeper, whilst Eldene made the most of their efforts after the break and took the points.

Coaches' Award: Kieran, who dominated the midfield throughout the match

Squad: Joseph, Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Matt G, Fraser, Luke (captain), Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Sunday 11 September: U14 v Greenmeadow A

2011-09-11T21:02:00.004+01:00

Finally we scored first, with a fine finish from Max. Unfortunately two goals - the second a freakish deflection from Connor's clearance - gave Greenmeadow a half time lead. The second half was forgettable, as Greenmeadow ran away with the game, although James scored a good goal at the end.

Coaches' Award: Luke, for another strong performance

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Luke, Jason (captain), Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James

Tuesday 6 September: U14 v Cricklade

2011-09-11T20:58:00.001+01:00

Once again we allowed the opposition a head start - two goals in the first half, then a third after the break. Unfortunately the come back was too late, as goals from Luke and Ed were not enough and time ran out.Coaches' Award: Jason, for an assured game in defence and midfieldSquad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Ed, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and James (captain)

Sunday 4 September: U14 v Wroughton

2011-08-31T12:55:00.000+01:00

This match was a great way to start the season - playing on a lovely smooth pitch in the warm sunshine. It was a superb performance from all the players. We were unfortunate to be two goals down at half time, as there were a number of chances created in the first half.The second half was a different story, as you continue playing some beautiful passing football, but started to put the ball away. First Luke and Mtt R combined well for Matt to slot home, then two excellent corners from Ed went in - the first from Kieran's head and the second off a defender. Matt R then put the result beyond doubt by cracking home the fourth and, although Wroughton pulled one back with almost the last kick, you deserved to start the season with the win. You also learned two valuable lessons which will be important to remember as the season progresses: you can still win with only ten players and also win from being two goals behind.Coaches' Award: James - who played confidently and creatively on his debutSquad: Connor, Ryan, Ed, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Stephen (captain) and James

Welcome to the 2011/12 season

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The website is now updated for 2011/12. Please contact the team manger for more information.

Sunday's U13 Match

2011-04-26T21:50:00.001+01:00

Sunday's match is at home against Stratton Youth. Kickoff is at 11.30am, so all players need to meet at the Rec at 11am.

Squad: Connor (captain), Ryan, Max, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Stephen and one other

U13 Training and Final Matches

2011-04-18T10:16:00.001+01:00

No training this week, as they are still a lot of people away. The next training session will be at 7pm on 26 April.

The final two matches of the season are:

1 May – home v Stratton Youth at 11.30am

8 May – away v Cricklade at 14.15pm

Ben will be out for the remainder of the season, following his dislocated collar bone – best wishes for a speedy recovery! Connor, Ryan and Luke are also unavailable for 8 May. Can I have confirmation of availability for everyone else as soon as possible?

U13 Matches

2011-04-04T21:33:00.002+01:00

A mixed bag of results from the last four matches, starting with an excellent 6-6 draw with Coleview on 27 March, although everyone was disappointed at the end as it took a last minute goal from Coleview for them to scrape a point. April then started with a great 5-1 win over Cricklade, before the return match against Coleview ended in a 7-3 defeat, not helped by injuries to Ben and Luke. The final April match also resulted in defeat against Highworth; the final score was disappointing, but all the players worked hard, including the U12s who all put in creditable performances.

Sunday 13th March: U13 v Highworth Town

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After two breakaway goals in the first half from Highworth, the whole team continued to play well in the second half and, although we never quite managed to get on level terms, goals from Luke (2), Max and a great strike from Cameron made for a very exciting game.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Kieran, Luke, Jason, Matt R (captain), Cameron, Ben and Stephen

Sunday 6th March: U13 v South Cerney

2011-03-04T08:52:00.002Z

South Cerney were made to work hard for their win, as we came from behind to hold them level in the second half after goals from Luke, Kieran and Matt R. Tiring legs were the main downfall as they scored some late goals to go top of the table.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Matt G, Kieran, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Ben (captain) and Stephen

Upcoming U13 Matches

2011-02-16T09:31:00.001Z

The two matches over half term, are as follows:

Sunday 20th February - Away to Ramsbury, kickoff at 12pm (meet at Hilldrop Lane, Ramsbury at 11.30pm - go along Ramsbury High Street and the pitch is on the right just before you leave the village, next to the tennis courts)
Squad: Connor, Buckenham, Max, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Matt R, Ben, Stephen and a couple of U12s

Sunday 27th February - Away to Cricklade, kickoff at 2.15pm (meet at Cricklade Leisure Centre, signposted from the B4040 Cricklade to Malmesbury/Minety road, at 1.45pm)
Squad: Connor, Buckenham, Max, Kieran, Luke, Matt R, Cameron, Ben, Stephen and a couple of U12s

There is no training on 22nd February.

I will be away after Friday, so if there are any changes in availability after then, please let Patrick know on 07974 879467.

Thanks

Jon

Sunday 30th January: U13 v Stratton Youth

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Sunday's match is at home against Stratton Youth. Kickoff is at 11.30am, so all players need to meet at Wanborough Rec at 11am

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Kieran, Jonny, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Arthur, Ben and Stephen (captain)

Sunday 23rd January: U13 v Greenmeadow P

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Sunday's match is away against Greenmeadow, with a 2pm kickoff.

The match is at Isambard Community School (SN25 2AY, Redhouse Way off Thamesdown Drive). Everyone should meet there at 1.30pm.

Squad: Connor, Ryan (captain), Max, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Ben and Stephen

Sunday 16th January: U16 v Eldene Rangers

2011-01-11T20:50:00.002Z

This match showed how well everyone can play, as there was lots of commitment from all the players and the match was very well-balanced and entertaining. Eldene seized on a bit of uncertainty in defence to go ahead with two goals and added a third before Luke pulled one back before half time. The second half started with a lot of Wanborough pressure and we were unlucky not to score again. Unfortunately Eldene then scored against the run of play, but further goals from Matt R and Kieran (no complete a Chissy hat trick) meant that we finished the match strongest.

Coaches' Award: Ryan, who missed nothing in defence

Squad: Ryan, Connor, Max, Kieran, Matt G, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Ben (captain) and Stephen

Sunday 14th November: U13 v South Cerney

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Sunday's match is away against South Cerney, with a 2pm kickoff. Depending upon the weather, the venue may change, but at the moment it is due to take place on the Shrivenham men's pitch next to the Memorial Ground, Shrivenham.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Kieran, Ellis, Luke, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Ben and Stephen

Training will take place on Tuesday from 6-7pm (7-8pm from next week).

Sunday 31st October: U13 v Greenmeadow P

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Sunday's match is at home against Greenmeadow P, with kickoff at 11.30am. All players should meet at the Rec at 11am.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Kieran, Matt G, Ellis, Luke, Jason, Matt R (captain), Cameron, Ben, Stephen and Jonny

U13 Update to Christmas

2010-10-17T20:55:00.002+01:00

As we approach half term, it's time to update you about training and with details of the matches for the period to Christmas.

Firstly, training will take place at PGL Liddington from this Tuesday (19 October). For the first four weeks, we are only able to use the astro turf from 6 to 7pm, as PGL need to use the pitch between 7 and 9pm. From 17 November, training will revert to the normal time of 7 to 8pm. All cars must be parked in the main car park, where the players should meet and make their way to the astro turf together.

There is no match next weekend, and there are a few more gaps through to Christmas (see the list below). As you know, we have a very small squad this year and it is vital that I have an idea of when players are not available as soon as possible, so that we can either draft in some U12 players or make an early postponement application - to be told a couple of days beforehand that a player is no longer available (injury and illness excepting) causes a lot of problems for the team! Please can everyone let me know whether there are any dates when players will not be available (or may not be available) for all these matches by 27 October.

L 31/10/10 11:30 Wanborough Juniors v Greenmeadow Youth P (Wanborough Rec)
L 14/11/10 14:00 South Cerney A v Wanborough Juniors (Upper Up Playing Fields)
L 28/11/10 11:30 Wanborough Juniors v Highworth Town Juniors J (Wanborough Rec)
L 12/12/10 14:00 Coleview Juniors v Wanborough Juniors (St Joseph's School)
L 19/12/10 11:30 Wanborough Juniors v Cricklade Youth (Wanborough Rec)

Sunday 17th October: U13 v Ramsbury

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A great team performance today helped secure the first point of the season. After taking the lead, it was good to see the team battle back with some passing moves to take the lead again before half time. The team then showed good spirit to keep fighting during an entertaining second half to equalise after Ramsbury had taken the lead. Thanks to the U12s who came in to help the team.

Captain's Award: Max, who kept working hard throughout the match.
Coaches' Award: Connor, who played in some crucial positions and opened the scoring.

Sunday 10th October: U13 v Purton Youth

2010-10-05T09:39:00.002+01:00

The first half performance against Purton was good, coming back from two goals down to equalise through Luke and Kieran. Unfortunately a goal before half time and a missed penalty meant that heads went down and the second half resulted in a disappointing performance after the break.

Squad: Connor, Ryan, Max, Kieran (captain - 1), Ellis, Luke (1), Jason, Matt R, Cameron and Stephen

Sunday 3rd October: U13 v Penhill Allstars

2010-10-02T18:44:00.001+01:00

I'm delighted to say that Kieran has now signed for us and has been registered in time for tomorrow's match, so let's give him a big welcome.

Just to remind everyone that the match is at home (Wanborough Lower Rec) against Penhill Allstars. Kickoff is at 11:30, so all the players in the match squad should meet at 11:00.

Squad: Connor, Ryan (captain), Max, Ellis, Luke, Kieran, Jason, Matt R, Cameron, Ben and Stephen

Sunday 26th September: U13 v Stratton Youth

2010-09-26T19:50:00.001+01:00

Well done to everyone who played today. Although the result did not go our way in the end, it was a very enjoyable and entertaining game. Everybody was a credit to the club in the way that they played: working well for the team, playing some great passing football and scoring some good goals.

After going behind it was good to see how well the team performed to storm back into the lead: Ryan scoring from his own half, Luke tucking away his penalty rebound after Johan had been brought down, Tom chipping the keeper and then Matt finishing well. Unfortunately the team tired as the second half continued, especially against the wind, allowing Stratton to win the game.

Thanks to the four U12 players who helped the team out and who all played out of their skins, including Johan who received the Captain's Award, but all the players had excellent games. The Coaches' Award went to Ryan for his solid defensive performance, especially in the first half, and he will be captain for the next game.

Squad: Connor, Ryan (1), Ellis, Nick, Stephen, Sam, Luke (captain) (1), Jason, Tom (1), Matt R (1), Johan and Ben

Website updated

2010-09-01T21:03:00.001+01:00

The website is now updated for the new season.

Wasps U13 2010 - 2011 Season

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AGM and Fun Day - 16 May

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Please see the notice on the home page regarding the AGM and Fun Day.

Don't forget to RSVP and vote for your player of the year.

19 April 2010 Eldene 2 - Wanborough 5

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Congratulations boys! What a great way to finish the season.

Wanborough v Lydiard & training

2010-04-11T15:00:00.001+01:00

All,

Two things:

1) Wanborough v Lydiard B

The score did not reflect the guts & determination put in by the team today.

Our under-strength side kept battling the whole match; held great shape and there some sparks of great passing, through-balls and scoring chances throughout the match.

Playing as only 10 men, against a strong-side it was a game that the boys should be proud of.

2) Training

Training will start back at the rec on 27th April from 6:30.

Cheers

Dan

Shaw V Wanborough 24 Jan 2010

2010-01-25T20:19:00.001Z

Wasps U12 match 17 Jan against Eldene POSTPONED

2010-01-15T09:25:00.001Z

Hi all,

The match on Sunday has unfortunately been postponed.

With the weather predicted to get warmer the boys will hopefully be able to get a game in soon!

The next match is 24 January away against Shaw @ Lydiard Millicant

Please would you check you diaries nice and early and let me know as soon as possible when you know for sure whether your boy can play (or not).

Keep warm!

Cheers

Dan

Wasps U12 match 10 Jan 2010 - postponed

2010-01-07T20:29:00.001Z

Hi all,

It'll be no surprise to you that this weekend's match has been postponed.

Make sure that you and your boys keep your fitness levels up by keeping those driveways clear & maxing out on the sledging!

Cheers

Dan

Greenmeadow friendly

2009-12-13T16:56:00.003Z

Well done to all of you that braved the cold for today's friendly against Greenmeadow...

Have a great Xmas break and we'll see you in the New Year!

Brinkworth Cats A next in the cup

2009-11-16T14:31:00.001Z

We're playing Brinkworth Cats A on Sunday 22 November 2009 in the cup.

10:00 meet for warm-up at Liddington for a 10:30 Kick Off.

Wasps U12 Training break for half term

2009-10-20T16:25:00.001+01:00

All,

After tonight's session, we're going to be having a break for training for half-term week (27 October).

Training will start up again 3 November.

The next match is 8 November away against Shrivenham & Watchfield. I'll send an invite round closer to the time.

Cheers

Dan

Dan Leigh
Wanborough Wasps U12 Team Secretary

e: dan@wanboroughwasps.com
w: www.wanboroughwasps.com

Ready to post

2009-08-31T12:46:00.001+01:00

The Wasps website is now updated for 09/10 season.

Update

2009-07-12T18:12:00.001+01:00

The website is currently being updated for the 09/10 season

U11, U12 & U13 Mini-tournament

2009-06-08T10:41:00.001+01:00

On Saturday 6 June we held a mini 6-a-side tournament up at Liddington. There were teams from Simon's U11's Shaun's U13's and two teams from the U12's. The U13's eventually ran out winners with a 2-0 win against the U12B side in the final. There was some really good football played with some exiting matches. Big thanks to Paul Makin who marked the pitch and Phil Lester for time keeping. We will organise a similar event in a few weeks time. Lastly I would like to thank all the footballers who behaved and played brilliantly on the day.

Andre.

Greenmeadow mini-tournament

2009-06-01T12:31:00.000+01:00

Saturday we took a small squad to play in a mini tournament organized by Greenmeadow, we made it to the final by winning two of our group games and drawing the third without conceding a goal. We ended up losing the final on penalties after dominating the game. All of the lads played very well on an extremely hot morning. Well done to those who took part.

3 May 2009 Wanborough V Highworth

2009-05-03T16:52:00.000+01:00

The last match of the season for the wasps against Highworth would see Wanborough top the league if they won, take 2nd place if they lost, and force a play-off with Liddington if they managed to draw.

Both teams battled from the first kick of the game through to the final whistle. A goal from Jacob thanks to a cross from Luke G put Wanboorugh ahead in the first half. Hightworth equalised and despite more chances from both teams the match finished 1-1.

Liddington and Wanborough now face each other in a play-off for the league top spot.

5 April Wanborough 2 - Eldene 3

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Goals from Max & Taylor.

29 March 2009 Coleview 4 - Wanborough 6

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The return match between Coleview and Wanborough was a very exciting and equally nerve-wracking game to watch! Coleview opened the scoring, but then 2 goals from Luke G, and goals from Jacob, Taylor & Charlie B. put Waborough 5-1 ahead at half-time.

Three goals from Coleview in the second half however proved that they were still a team ready to keep playing and fighting to the very end. A second goal from Jacob sealed the match 6-4 in Wanborough's favour.

22/3/09 Wanborough 4 - Coleview 3

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An open, end-to-end match saw Wanborough 3-1 up at half-time. Coleview never gave up and fought back to 3-3 early in the second-half. Both teams were determinedly looking for the winning goal, however, in a nail-biting climax to the match Wanborough managed to steal victory with a last-minute goal putting them 4-3 up at the final whistle.

15/03/09 Wanborough 1 v Old Town 0

2009-03-15T17:16:00.001Z

An exciting open match between two determined sides was decided by a single goal by Jacob from a Luke G free kick. Every one of the Wasps players excelled themselves with great displays of passing, tackling, grit & determination. Special mentions to Cameron and Luke, the players of the match.

1/3/09 Wanborough 2 V Stratton 2

2009-03-01T17:13:00.001Z

An exciting open match between Wanborough & Stratton ended all square at 2 all. Goals were scored by Luke G and Jacob for Wanborough. Both goalkeepers saw plenty of action. Man of the Match for Wanborough was Stevie T.

22/2/09 Wasps 2 - Fairford Youth 1

2009-02-22T16:35:00.001Z

An exciting, open match saw Wanborough ultimately triumph over current top-of-the-table Fairford Youth. Wanborough went one-nil down in the first-half. However, excellent passing play from the entire team, grit, determination and most importantly two goals from Taylor in the second meant that the Wasps ended the game with a great win.

Comment from Andy:

"Without doubt the boys turned in their very best performance of the season to register a much-deserved victory against top of the table Fairford. Fast flowing football again proved the way to succeed with attack after attack coming from both flanks. Our five-man midfield dominated the game from first to last whistle and with a little better luck could have scored more than the two goals from Taylor.

Excellent shape from the back four and another composed display from Connor meant most attacks from Fairford were snuffled out before quality distribution resulted in another raid from Luke M and Taylor. Well done to Jacob for his unselfish running up front and also to Jason who swapped to right back and proved excellent attacking support with his trademark overlaps.

Great performance from everybody. I hope you all enjoyed it."

15 Feb 2009 Highworth J 2 - Wasps 3

2009-02-15T17:16:00.001Z

A 10-strong Highworth J team put up a strong, spirited performance against Wanborough this week in an exciting end-to-end match. Despite some impressive individual skill from Wanborough and having a full squad against Highworth's 10 men, it was Highworth's team-work and passing game that helped them to open the scoring 7 minutes into the match. Wanborough failed to take advantage of their extra outfield player and it was Highworth that looked like they were the more likely to score throughout the first-half.

Goals from Luke G. and Max in the second-half put Wanborough ahead. It was Highworth though that played as though they had an extra man on the field, thwarting Wanborough's attacks and often seeming to find space for their own. Luke's second goal sealed the match in Wanborough's favour. However Highworth kept fighting all the way to the end; putting away a consolation goal just before the final whistle.

Wanborough scorers:
Luke G. 2 Max 1

Wanborough in the Snow 2009

2009-02-06T16:04:00.001Z

Not football related as such; but fun none the less!

1/2/09 Greenmeadow 2 V Wanborough 1

2009-02-01T16:59:00.001Z

Today's match saw Wanborough outplayed and outgunned by a disciplined Greenmeadow side. Greenmeadow had several good chances in the first half, converting only one of them into an goal early into the game.
Wanborough managed to get into the match for a time in the second-half where a goal from Jacob brough the scores level. There were some great passing moves from the team, however the truce was short-lived. Another goal 7 minutes from the end sealed the match for Greenmeadow; as deserved win.
Final score Greenmeadow 2, Wanborough 1.

25 Jan 2009 Lydiard 0 - Wanborough 1

2009-01-25T19:25:00.001Z

Lydiard 0 - Wanborough 1
A hard-fought match between 2nd & 3rd in the league Lydiard & Wanborough saw the teams locked head-to-head for most of the match. The nail-biting first half ended without score. Both sides had chances and good runs but without managing to convert their effort into a goal. The deadlock was finally broken late in the 2nd half with the winning goal scored by Max C. for Wanborough.
Wanborough Man of the Match was Luke M & the Captain's Man of the Match was Ryan C.

18 January 2009 Wasps 5 Wroughton 1

2009-01-18T16:39:00.001Z

Today's game was the first in a couple of months for the the lads, and we started a little bit slowly allowing Wroughton to score the first goal. The boys found their feet midway through the first half, we started getting the ball wide. Taylor evaded a couple of challenges, before a good low cross to set up the equalizer. We really went on from there, in a clinical ten minute spell we scored three more goals to run in 4-1 up at the break. When we keep the ball down and get it out wide to Tay and Luke M we look very dangerous. The second half was very well contested and Wroughton contributed to a very even game, Luke G scored a fantastic free kick to put the wasps 5-1 up. All the boys played very well; but a special mention for both Max and Cameron who played in new positions, the attitude and determination by both was second to none. well done boys, now lets keep that going.

Andre & Andy

A Winter wonderland

2009-01-11T18:34:00.000Z

... Wondering when the weather will warm up enough for us to play a match!

Here are some photos from training to keep you going (let Jon or I know if you'd like larger files so that you can print them out).

30/11/08 Stratton 2 V Wanborough 2

2008-11-30T20:04:00.001Z

On a cold afternoon, Wanborough were held to a 2 - 2 draw by a determined Stratton Youth side. It was an exciting even game with some solid football from both teams. Wanborough took an early lead thanks to a keeper-lobbing shot from Max. Stratton then fought back and scored 2 goals and Wanborough ended the first half 2 - 1 down. The second half saw open play and chances from both sides. Max slotted his second goal of the match away to end the match with a well deserved draw.

23/11/08 Match Report Fairford 3 - Wasps 2

2008-11-24T10:55:00.001Z

After a five week break we travelled to Fairford for a top of the league encounter on a wet and blustery morning.

A bright start full of good quality passing soon resulted in Taylor's cross evading the goalkeeper leaving Jacob an open goal to side foot Wanborough in to the lead. The prospect of returning to the top of the league seemed enough motivation for the boys as another wonderful move and clever pass from Luke G found Luke M wide on the right. His cross again saw the ball flash across the goal but unfortunately this time the strikers couldn't convert the chance.

As the middle of the pitch turned stickier due the rain and mud, the game became a physical battle. This suited Fairford much better due to their competitive defending and hard working midfield. However it was a breakdown in our concentration that gifted Fairford an equaliser on the stoke of half-time.

The break enabled us to focus on the second-half with a request for more aggression and assertiveness from the defence and midfield in order to regain control of the match. Unfortunately, soon after the restart Fairford took the lead scoring directly from a corner.

We quickly restored parity with a wonderful piece of skill from Taylor who wriggled free on the edge of the penalty area before calmly slotting home, giving the keeper no chance.

Rather than pushing on to dominate the game we lost focus again to conceded what turned out to be the winning goal as a long clearance was not dealt with by our defenders allowing the sole Fairford striker to stab the bouncing ball past Connor.

Our endeavours to force another equaliser focussed on trying to run straight through the middle of the pitch rather than passing the ball wide, which had proved so successful in the early part of the game. All too often Faiford dispossessed us and powered forward themselves on the break. Connor produced a number of good saves as the game opened up in the last few moments.

The final whistle brought disappointment for the team but as always something to learn.

1. We must stick to our principles of passing the ball and moving the ball wide in order to produce good quality crosses. This will stretch defenders and leave more space in the middle of the pitch.

2. All players must close down their opponent whilst defending and work much harder for each other.

3. No matter what level of football you play at, if a long ball is allowed to bounce in your penalty area it will end in many goal being conceded. Defenders must deal with this better.

19/10/2008 Cup: Wanborough 1 v Greenmeadow 10

2008-10-20T14:25:00.001+01:00

A battling Wanborough side were out-gunned and out-classed by Greenmeadow. Wanborough were 3-0 down at halftime despite some spirited performances by all of the players including Captain for the day; Cameron. The Wanborough boys' heads went down in the 2nd half, and although Luke G. scored a consolation goal late in the half, the match ended 1-10; a well deserved win from Greenmeadow. An important lesson for the boys to take away from the match is to keep playing and battling as a team regardless of what the scoreline might be.

12/10/2008 Highworth 1 V Wanborough 4

2008-10-12T21:51:00.000+01:00

Another great performance from the Wanborough Wasps. After a slow start the wasps really stepped up a gear resulting in goals from Jacob, Jason and 2 from Luke G. Some great saves from Max and solid play from the defence kept the final score to 4-1 in the Wasps favour. Men of the match: Jacob & Joel.

5/10/08 Wanborough v Croft - Friendly match

2008-10-05T19:26:00.001+01:00

Well done to everyone that played in today's game. It was an extremely exciting open match.

28/9/2008 Wanborough 3 Lydiard 2

2008-09-28T17:36:00.000+01:00

An understrength Wanborough Wasps team faced a strong Lydiard Youth B team at the weekend. This was an enthralling match of end-to-end football, with both teams matching scores goal for goal, to 2-2 by the end of the first half. The tension and enthusiastic support continued until the winner was scored for Wanborough by Luke G in the second half. The supportors' heart-rates and blood pressure only returned to normal well after the final whistle had been blown.
Goals for Wanborough from Taylor, Jacob & Luke G. Special mention to man-of-the match, Max for swapping his striker's boots for the keeper's gloves and playing a blinder!

21/9/2008 Wroughton 3 Wanborough 6

2008-09-21T15:29:00.000+01:00

The sting is back!

Well done boys.

17/9/08 Old Town 3 V Wanborough 2

2008-09-18T20:47:00.000+01:00

An exciting match with plenty of opportunities, but the score didn't go our way.

Heads up boys, better luck on Sunday...

14/9/08 Wanborough 8 V Greenmeadow 3

2008-09-14T15:46:00.001+01:00

Greenmeadow started strongly and the first half was a very even match with goals being traded at both ends. Wanborough dominated the 2nd half and stretched ahead finally sealing the match 8 goals to 3.

Wanborough scorers:
Ben, Jake, Jason, Joseph, Luke G., Ryan, Taylor

Coaches' man of the match: Taylor
Captain's man of the match: Ben

Upcoming matches 14 & 17 September

2008-09-10T16:59:00.001+01:00

We've two matches coming up:
1) Sunday 14/9/08 &
2) Wednesday 17/9/08

I'm trialling a new system that should have emailed you each with an invitation.
Please would you check your 'spam' folder if you haven't received them for either of these two matches.
Would you drop me a line if you haven't received invitations for the matches - and we'll figure out what's gone wrong!

If you haven't already done so, please would you respond to the invite or let me know as soon as possible (by tomorrow at the latest) about your son's availability for Sunday's match and by Friday for next Wednesday's one.

07/09/2008 Eldene 2 V Wanborough 5

2008-09-07T14:13:00.001+01:00

Solid performances from players on both teams made this an exciting, open, match to start the season. Max opened the scoring for Wanborough in the 1st half. A goal from Taylor and 3 from Jacob in the second sealed the result in Wanborough's favour.
Scorers:
Jacob 3, Max 1, Taylor 1

Wasps U11 last pre-season friendly

2008-09-02T08:01:00.001+01:00

Hi everyone!

Welcome back to the football. This Friday we have the last pre-season game before the league starts.

The match is Away to Purton on Friday KO 6.30pm
Meet at Bradon Forrest school 6.15 pm.
All those available will be included in the match.

Please would you let me know if your buy is available by Wednesday at the latest.