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Match reports 2005-2006 (April, March, February, January, December, November, October) Under 14's Sunday 7th May 2006 Bourne Vale 2 East Bergholt 2 - Bourne Vale win 4-3 on penalties (ISYFL Open Cup Final) East Bergholt U14s just fell short of lifting the Open Cup after losing on penalties to Bourne Vale on Sunday afternoon. Bergholt were without influential midfielders Lee Willcox and Lee Andrews who were playing for Bourne Vale in this competition. Adam Thompson started in the middle of midfield alongside James Sherwood. On 21 minutes, Keiron Smith-Edwards conceded a free-kick just outside his own area but Andy Nugent fired it straight into the wall. A minute later and Mitchell Aalders forced a good save out of opposition keeper Ross Welton who produced some fine saves during the match. But on 33 minutes, Ollie Brown scored for Bourne Vale with  a cross-shot from out wide following some poor defending. Bergholt had a spirited half-time team-talk from manager Tony Hall and within a minute of the re-start, they had equalised. Confusion in the Bourne Vale defence resulted in Arron West almost heading past his keeper Welton who had come to the edge of his box to collect the ball. Aalders pounced and ran the ball into the net before receiving the congratulations of his team-mates. With around five minutes remaining, Bourne Vale pressed for the winner and Lee Willcox had a few free-kicks from around the outside of the Bergholt area that got deflected onto the post or just clipped the bar. Bergholt held out for extra time but they conceded within four minutes of the re-start when Smith-Edwards was left unmarked in the area to head home from a Seb Dunbar corner. Bergholt kept it tight at the back in the second-half of extra time and with just seconds remaining, they grabbed a dramatic equaliser to take the game into penalties. Aalders headed it in off the post after superb work down the left from Nugent. Bourne Vale took the first spot-kick from Stone saved Willcox’s kick. Adam Thompson then converted Bergholt’s first. Lee Andrews scored for Bourne Vale before Andy Nugent kept his nerve for Bergholt. Smith-Edwards squeezed his just inside the post before James Ager had his saved by Welton. Lewis David scored his and Aalders converted his. Ollie Brown scored which meant Bergholt had to score to take it into sudden death but keeper Thomas Stone’s kick was well-saved by Welton and Bourne Vale had won the cup in the cruellest of ways. The whole Bergholt side should be proud of themselves; a great squad effort almost beat what must be one of the best teams in the country at U14 level. The squad was: Thomas Stone, Ben Ratcliffe, Liam Heffer-Thorpe, James Ager, Nick Colbeck, Karl Green, James Sherwood, Adam Thompson, Andy Nugent, Cameron Vincent, Arron Hall, Ryan Frost, Mitchell Aalders and Jamie Rhind. WELL DONE BOYS!!! Under 10's Saturday 6th May 2006 East Bergholt A 1 Witnesham Wasps A 1 East Bergholt A finally clinched the Division 1 A title with a draw against Witnesham Wasps. The match had an end of season feel to the game with Witnesham Wasps playing for pride and East Bergholt looking nervous with every touch. Bergholt piled on the early pressure, with Jack Elomaa shooting over from a tight angle. The Wasps were determined to spoil the party with Frost failing to hit the target via a Louis Bloom lay off. Bergholt began to take control of the territory with 2 corners being over hit. George Foster delivered the next corner perfect for William Harris to see his goal bound header being palmed onto the bar. In the 10th minute  Remi Daniel’s gave Bergholt the perfect lift with a header at the back post via a flick on from a long throw by Stephen Cole. Bergholt went in search for a second goal with Stephen Cole shooting just wide after a mazy run and William Harris headed over from 2 metres from a George Foster corner. Jonathan McGrath saved at the near post from the lively Wasps striker Louis Bloom prior to the Wasps striker scoring a contender for goal of the season with a chest & volley from just outside the box. Bergholt threw all they could muster towards the Wasps net but found a stubborn Wasps defence. William Harris was denied with his goal bound effort cleared off the line, and Remi Daniels shot curled, hitting the top of the crossbar denying Bergholt the win that would guarantee the title. At the final whistle their was a deafening silence as the Bergholt side had to wait for the result from the Trimley & Martlesham game and the celebrations commenced half hour later when conformation arrived and Bergholt claimed the A title on goal difference. What a great season this has been for the Under 10’s A league with East Bergholt, Trimley and Martlesham Mustangs fighting it out for the title up until the last game of the season. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Remi Daniel East Bergholt B 0 Witnesham Wasps 2 This Match was an anticlimax to the season for East Bergholt B as two second half goals gave Witnesham Wasps victory in the final game of the season. Double winners Bergholt switched the side about and looked determined to carry on their winning run but found the Wasps defence, especially the keeper, in excellent form. Conner Robertson was denied by the Wasps keeper when his shoot from the edge of the box was tipped around the post and Alex Biondi raced through only to be denied by the keeper again. The Wasps received the perfect start to the second half when they headed home for a perfect corner. Bergholt camped themselves in the Wasps box but found the ball was like a magnet to the second Wasps keeper’s hands,  saving from Conner Robertson twice, Isaac Keinzley and Alex Biondi. With time running out Witnesham extended their lead with a replay of their first goal. This has been an excellent season for the B side winning the double and they are already looking forward to defending both trophies next season. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Conner Robertson Under 14's Sunday 30th April 2006 East Bergholt 0 Chantry Grasshoppers 4 (ISYFL Cup Final) East Bergholt U14s fell to a 4-0 defeat against Chantry Grasshoppers in the Cup Final on Sunday afternoon. Bergholt were without the cup-tied Lee Willcox and Chantry went 1-0 up in the first minute after a corner went in off a Bergholt player at the back post. Bergholt were then unlucky when Lee Andrews hit a shot from outside the area that looped just over the Chantry bar. With seconds to go until half-time, Chantry doubled their advantage after a mistake from keeper Thomas Stone. Remi Garret’s cross was dropped and Jack Lawrence was there to hit the ball into the net.  After 58 minutes Lawrence scored his second with a header from Ben Silva’s corner. Bergholt felt a free-kick should’ve been awarded for a push on Nick Colbeck, but referee Budinger waved away the protests. Colbeck needed lengthy treatment for a head injury. Four minutes later and Garret hit a shot across keeper Stone from the edge of the area which went in off the post. Jack Larkins was then booked for Chantry after a very late tackle on Cameron Vincent. A big and physical Chantry side probably deserved their win, but 4-0 did flatter them and but for some poor refereeing decisions, Bergholt may have been able to stage a comeback. Under 10's Saturday 29th April 2006 East Bergholt B 2 Kesgrave Kestrels B 1 (FDJFL Cup Final) East Bergholt B completed a league & Cup double with a win over Division 2 B league winners Kesgarve Kestrels. In a lively opening minute Bergholt attacked first with Harry Clements saving from Isaac Keinzley followed by Kesgrave Kestrels striker shooting just wide. A long range free kick by Kesgrave Kestrels drifted wide as Kestrels tried to take an early advantage.  In the 11th minute Kesgrave Kestrels took the lead via a well taken corner that was slotted home by the Kestrels midfielder through a crowded penalty area. Both league winners played excellent passing football with Connor Robertson seeing his shot saved and Ben McGrath smothering the ball in a goalmouth scramble as Kesgrave tried to extend their lead prior to half time. A corner by Alex Biondi was punched clear by Harry Clements from under his crossbar, and a shot by Conner Robertson was easily saved following a excellent move involving Alex Biondi and Billy Hornsey. Billy Hornsey then saw his goal bound effort saved by the impressive Kestrels Keeper and then just prior to half time a half volley by Alex Biondi was pushed around the post. Bergholt began the second half on fire and were level within 2 minutes when Billy Hornsey slotted home from close range via an Alex Biondi through ball. Kesgrave surged forward from the restart with their striker shooting over from the edge of the box, and within a minute Alex Biondi gained a second assist with a through ball for Isaac Keinzley to round the Kestrels keeper and place the ball into a vacant net. Bergholt did not sit back and Harry Clements parried clear a Louis Clarke free kick then saved at the feet of Billy Hornsey via a Conner Robertson cross. Billy Hornsey connected to an Alex Biondi corner but failed to hit the target. Kesgrave were determined to take the match into extra time but found Ben McGrath in excellent form saving at the near post just prior to Harry Clements saved The Kestrels again after Alex Biondi flicked the ball over the last defender. Both sides finished the game trying to attack in an exciting match that was a great advert to junior B team football which was played in a competitive but friendly manner. Under 10's Saturday 22nd April 2006 Woodbridge A 1 East Bergholt 1 A win in their last league match will still be enough to give East Bergholt the A Division One title as a determined Woodbridge side held Bergholt to a deserved drew. Bergholt look nervous as they failed to dominate the game in all areas and Woodbridge took the lead in the 9th minute of the first half when Luke Wright slotted past Jonathan McGrath. Bergholt hit back four minutes prior to the interval when Stephen Cole smacked home a Remi Daniel cross. The second half switched from end to end with Remi Daniel & Stephen Cole combining again with Stephen shooting wide. Louis Clarke dealt with a surge of stripe attackers to prevent Woodbridge retaking the lead. Alex Hardwick shot was well saved and Jonathan McGrath was on hand to push a Woodbridge shot around the post. With time running out George Foster shot hit the foot of the post from a William Harris free kick and Remi Daniel’s shot was well saved by the Woodpeckers keeper. Bergholt Man of the Match: - George Foster Woodbridge B 3 East Bergholt B 4 East Bergholt B made a comeback only written in Roy of the Rovers to claim the 3 points required to win the B league title. The Bergholt defence were nonexistent as Woodbridge raced into a 3-0 lead within 5 minutes of the kick off with goals from Connor Davies (2) and Charles Hopkins. A substitution and a reorganised team lifted Bergholt with Connor Robertson hitting the post prior to a goalmouth scramble that finished with Alex Biondi shooting wide. Isaac Keinzley started the comeback scoring from close range and the turned supplier for Conner Robertson to score Bergholt's second. The second half commenced with East Bergholt camped in the Woodbridge half with shots from Alex Biondi, Conner Robertson and Isaac Keinzley all going the wrong side of the post. The luck seemed against Bergholt as an Isaac Keinzley cross commenced a pinball action that seem to go everywhere bar the back of the net. Luck has a habit of switching sides and a Lewis Knights cross come shot drifted over the Woodpeckers keepers head into the net. Isaac Keinzley sealed the victory and the title 5 minutes from time when he finished of after excellent play involving Alex Biondi and Lewis Knights. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Isaac Keinzley     Under 10's Saturday 8th April 2006 East Bergholt A 4 Felixstowe Hawks A 2 Four goals by East Bergholt in a rampant first half was enough to give Bergholt the 3 points as Felixstowe Hawks made an excellent fight back in the second half. Bergholt continued their habit of started slowly and it was Felixstowe who’s first effort went just wide. Reliant defender George Foster gained an assist when his deep cross gave Alex Hardwick an easy tap in from 3 metres. Keeper Jonathan McGrath aided Louis Clarke when three Felixstowe Hawk strikers found themselves clear of the Bergholt midfield. Stephen Cole was then denied with a double block and a Remi Daniel cross was cleared of the goal line. Bergholt took a 2-0 lead in the 12th minute, with William Harris finishing of another George Foster through ball. Two goals in 2 minutes gave Bergholt a comfortable lead with Remi Daniel slotted home from a Stephen Cole overhead kick and William Harris heading home via a George Foster corner. Bergholt commenced the second half in search of more goals with Stephen Cole hitting the crossbar after flicking the ball over the last defender. Two quick goals by the Hawks shocked the Bergholt side and they seemed all at sea whilst the Hawks penetrated the defence on several more occasions. With time running out Bergholt regained there composure with the Hawks keeper saving well from a William Harris thunder drive and Alex Hardwick header skimming the cross bar from the resulting corner. Bergholt Man of the Match: - William Harris East Bergholt B 9 Felixstowe Hawks B 2 A rampant East Bergholt B require only 1 point in their final 2 games to claim the  B league title after  a 9-2 victory at home to Felixstowe Hawks. An early corner by the Hawks flashed across the Bergholt goal. Alex Biondi gave Bergholt the perfect start lashing home a thunderous shot from outside the area. This was followed moments later with Alex Biondi scoring his second slotting in from close range from a Conner Robertson assist. The Hawks keeper denied Alex Biondi a two minute hat trick pushing his goal bound shot wide. Ben McGrath excellent lay off for Isaac Keinzley deserved more as Isaac’s shot crashed against the post. The game switched to the other end with Dominic Barker saving well at the feet of the lively Hawks striker then again was on hand again to save after an excellent turn and run by the same player. Connor Robertson gained another assist for Alex Biondi to score a first half Hat Trick, and then Conner Robertson went solo for his first of the game.  Within 10 seconds of the restart Felixstowe Hawks pulled a goal back after the Bergholt defence went walk about. Ben McGrath headed wide from an Alex Biondi cross and the Hawks keeper saved well at the feet of Isaac Keinzley. The Hawks were making at fight of the game and reduced the arrears with a header from close range. This re-awoke Bergholt with Ben McGrath stopping his team mates goal bound effort on the line then poke it home. Isaac Keinzley made sure that no one was going to stop his next effort, blasting home from the edge of the box. Connor Robertson then slotted past the advancing keeper for Bergholts 7th. This was followed with a Ben McGrath header from an angry Alex Biondi cross, and the same 2 players combined in the dying seconds with Ben McGrath volleying home an Alex Biondi corner for his hat trick Bergholt Man of the Match: - Alex Biondi Under 10's Sunday 2nd April 2006 East Bergholt 0 Stowmarket 2 (Open Cup Semi final) Stowmarket Youths have ended East Bergholt's Open Cup hope for the third year running. Stowmarket started strongest with Jonathan McGrath saving well and the rebound was placed wide by the Stow striker. Slowly Bergholt worked their way back into the match with the game switching from end to end. A last ditch tackle on Jack Elomaa prevented a Bergholt breakaway. In the 15th minute the Stowmarket striker rounded Jonathan McGrath in the Bergholt goal from a long clearance to score Stowmarkets first of the game. Within a minute Jonathan McGrath failed to deal with a simple cross to allow Stowmarket an easy tap in. Bergholt lost confidence completely and a rampant Stowmarket overran Bergholt and were unlucky not to extend their lead. Harsh words at half time lifted Bergholt as they forced the game into Stowmarket's half, though Stwomarket always looked dangerous when they attacked. Conner Robertson & Jack Elomaa both had efforts cleared in an amazing goalmouth scramble and Stowmarket perform the same two minutes later denying Stephen Cole & Jack Elomaa again. Reece Wilcox saved a William Harris free kick as Bergholt ran out of ideas and time to retrieve this match. Good luck to Stowmarket in the final. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Louis Clarke. Under 10's Saturday 1st April 2006 Martlesham Mustangs A 1 East Bergholt A 3 East Bergholt edged ahead in the exiting 3 horse sprit to the league title after a 3-1 win away to fellow chases Marlesham Mustangs. Martlesham started strong with plenty of possession without troubling the Bergholt goal but were knocked back after 5 minutes when Stephen Cole left foot volley flew into the corner of the net. This lifted Bergholt with William Harris shooting just wide. Wilkins long through ball caused problems to Bergholt's defence as both teams tried to take control of the game. Stephen Cole shot over from a Jack Elomaa lay off. Just prior to half time Boggis shot over from a long throw, and on the stroke of half time Jack Elomaa extended Bergholt's lead by volleying home from close range. Mustangs pulled a goal back within 10 seconds of the second half when a long kick off bounced over Jonathan McGrath. Mustangs threw everything towards the Bergholt gaol and Tyler shot wide after rounding the keeper. Mustangs were sharpest in the second half being first to every ball and only a Jonathan McGrath point blank save prevented Mustangs equalising. Bergholt sealed their victory in injury time when a George Foster corner was headed home by William Harris. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Stephen Cole. Martlesham Mustangs B 3 East Bergholt B 4 A last kick winner by Isaac Keinzley pushed East Bergholt B within touching distance of the B league title. Isaac Keinzley saw his goal bound effort well saved and Dominic Barker was out sharp to save at the feet of the Mustangs striker. Normal keeper Ben McGrath settled well into his strikers roll and was quickest onto a through ball from Isaac Keinzley to give Bergholt the lead. Bergholt played excellent passing football and the Mustangs keeper saved well from Ben McGrath and then reacted to the Alex Biondi follow up to prevent Bergholt extending their lead. On the stroke of half time some excellent one touch football allowed Mustangs to go into the break level. The second half swung from end to end with Isaac Keinzley latching onto a Conner Robertson through ball to restore the lead. This was short lived and poor defending allowed Mustangs to equalise. Both teams looked like scoring every time they attacked and Connor Robertson looped his shot over the keeper for Bergholts third. Bergholt went in search for their fourth but were caught short at the back for the Mustangs to equalise for the third time. Bergholt secured a victory will the last kick of the match with Isaac Keinzley shooting past the advancing keeper. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Conner Robertson Under 14's Sunday 25th March 2006 East Bergholt 7 Chantry Grasshoppers 1 East Bergholt U14s taught Chantry Grasshoppers a lesson on Sunday. Chantry had beaten Bergholt 2-0 earlier in the season but this time round, Bergholt triumphed 7-1. The first chance came on nine minutes when Cameron Vincent fired over the Chantry bar after a cross from the left. After 13 minutes, Andy Nugent went on a great run and floated in a good cross but no Bergholt player could make contact. But the home side took the lead three minutes later when Nugent slotted the ball home after being put in by Lee Willcox. However just a minute later Chantry hit the bar when Bergholt didn’t properly clear their lines. The ball fell to Ben Silva on the edge of the box and his volley hit the bar before Thomas Stone got his hands on it. On 24 minutes, Bergholt doubled their lead. Lee Andrews slotted home from 12 yards after good work from Mitchell Aalders and eleven minutes later the Bergholt keeper scored! Thomas Stone hit a massive kick forward and it looped over the visiting keeper and Aalders sportingly let the ball run in instead of tapping it in himself. Ten minutes after the break, Chantry pulled a goal back. Again the ball wasn’t properly cleared and Ashley Holmes struck a shot from 25 yards which crept inside the post.  Bergholt scored the killer goal three minutes later when Aalders used his strength to beat three defenders before hitting an early shot which flew past the keeper. On 55 minutes, Aalders scored his second after rounding the keeper and slotting home with his left foot. Substitute Arron Hall then scored with his first touch on the hour when he headed in a Nugent cross back across the keeper. A minute later Nugent completed the rout when he was left one-on-one with the keeper and he slotted the ball under him. A great performance from Bergholt who totally over-ran the visitors. They will now hope Chantry can stop Melton when the two meet later in the season. Under 10's Sunday 25th March 2006 Kesgarve Kestrels A 1 East Bergholt A 1 (3-0 on Pens) A Team Plate Not sure whether this was East Bergholt that played poorly or that Kesgrave Kestrels playing so well that it stopped their opponents playing well, but whatever the reason, the Division 2 side deservedly progressed to the final of the A team plate overcoming the League leaders in Division 1. Bergholt started strong with William Harris shooting wide. Kesgrave slowly started to take control of the game as East Bergholt seemed to struggle to get out of first gear and deserved to take the lead in the 16th minute of the first half. Kesgrave looked dangerous on the attack but George Foster & keeper Dominic Barker soaked up all that the Kestrels could through at them. With time running out Stephen Cole’s loop shot bounced past the excellent Kestrels Keeper. Though both teams had their chances to win it was left to the dreaded penalty shot out and with a Grobelar like confident keeper in goal for Kestrels, they deservedly progressed to the final. Good Luck to Kesgrave in the final. Bergholt Man of the Match: - George Foster Brantham B 0 East Bergholt B 3 (Cup semi-final) East Bergholt B’s excellent season continued overcoming local rivals Brantham in this excellent B semi final. Bergholt started the strongest with Billy Hornsey shooting wide. A long kick by Keeper Ben McGrath nearly bounced over the Brantham’s keepers head. A long range free kick by Louis Clarke gave Bergholt a deserved lead in the 14th minute of the first half and Bergholt were unlucky not to extend their lead when Isaac Keinzley shot hit the under side of the bar and was cleared of the line. Bergholt continued to press in the second half. Isaac Keinzley and Elliot Jones both had efforts cleared of the line following an Alex Biondi corner. Isaac returned to the field of play and latched onto an Alex Biondi through ball to give Bergholt a 2-0 lead and the same 2 were involved again for Isaac Keinzley to finish the scoring. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Isaac Keinzley Under 10's Sunday 19th March 2006 Thurston Youth 3 East Bergholt 4 (Open Cup) East Bergholt came from behind to win this exciting quarter final open cup fixture.  Both games played attacking football from the start with the Thurston Keeper saving from William Harris and Alex Hardwick clearing a goal-mouth scramble at the other end within 30 seconds of the kick off. Thurston then shocked Bergholt scoring 2 goals within the first 2 minutes. Bergholt started to knock the ball about with Jack Elomaa shooting just wide. Thurston always looked dangerous on the counter attack shooting just wide after an excellent 1 touch build up. With seconds of the first half remaining William Harris volleyed home a Jack Elomaa cross from 2 yards. Both teams continued to play outstanding attacking football in the second half. William Harris skimmed the post with a header and Jack Elomaa header over from a Stephen Cole cross. Midway through the second half Jonathan McGrath was deceived by a long range effort to give Thurston a 3-1 lead. Bergholt did not drop their heads and Conner Robertson slotted home an Alex Hardwick cross. This lifted Bergholt and 5 minutes from the end of the match Conner Robertson was first to react after Stephen Cole’s effort cannoned against the bar. Bergholt's winner came early into extra time when Stephen Cole headed home a Jack Elomma cross. Thurston threw every thing forward but the Bergholt defence held out. Bergholt Man of the Match: - William Harris Under 10's Saturday 18th March 2006 Sproughton A 0 East Bergholt A 6 (A Team Plate) East Bergholt booked their place in the semi final of the Under 10’s plate with a 6-0 win away to Sproughton. Jack Elomaa was supplier for Stephen Cole, to give Bergholt an early lead. Sproughton defended in numbers as Bergholt had plenty of possession without causing Sproughton any problems. Just prior to half time Bergholt were grateful to Jonathan McGrath who saved as Sproughton hit Bergholt on the counter attack. Five goals in the second half sealed the victory. Stephen Cole headed home a George Foster cross for Bergholts second. Bergholt had to wait until the 11th minute for their third when William Harris was sharpest onto a rebound shot for his first of the game. William Harris promptly scored his second dribbling from the half way line. Stephen Cole slotted past the advancing keeper for his hat-trick and with time running out Jack Elomaa hit the goal of the day, half volleying on the turn from the edge of the box. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Stephen Cole Sproughton B 1 East Bergholt B 5 (Friendly) East Bergholt B warmed up for next weeks Cup semi final with a 5-1 win away to Sproughton. Louis Clarke enjoying a midfield outing commenced the scoring from long range. Conner Robertson found his scoring boots scoring twice prior to half-time. Alex Biondi gave Bergholt a 4-0 lead within 10 seconds of the restart and run through from his own half for his second two minutes later. Sproughton were denied on several occasions by Dominic Barker prior to Sproughton obtaining a deserved consolation goal midway through the second half. The Sproughton keeper denied both Alex Biondi & Conner Robertson scoring a hat trick in the final minutes. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Alex Biondi  Under 14's Sunday 12th March 2006 East Bergholt 1 Sicklesmere 1 East Bergholt U14s were held by Sicklesmere to a 1-1 draw on Sunday. Bergholt started the brighter side and on four minutes, the ball was cleared off the Sicklesmere line by some brave defending. On 15 minutes, Lee Andrews hit a shot which had the visiting keeper before Thomas Stone made a good save at the Bergholt end to tip a shot round the post. At the start of the second half, Pit shot just wide of the left post from long range. But on 48 minutes, he should’ve scored after Andrews had dribbled round the keeper and put it on a plate for Pit, but he side-footed wide from six yards. Three minutes later, the visitors broke and scored. Eugene Kanyembu latched onto a long ball over the Bergholt defence and Stone could do nothing to prevent Kanyembu’s shot going in off the post. A minute later and Bergholt had a goal disallowed when Lee Willcox was adjudged to have handled the ball before volleying in from a corner. However three minutes later and it was 1-1. Mitchell Aalders sent Cameron Vincent away and he neatly tucked the ball past the advancing keeper. On 57 minutes, a cross from Willcox hit the far post but the ball bounced out to safety. With five minutes remaining, Willcox set up Andrews whose first-time shot flew only just over the bar. In injury time, Vincent came close again before Arron Hall hit a thunderous shot from 20 yards which flew just over the bar after a corner. Under 10's Saturday 11th March 2006 Claydon A 0 East Bergholt A 4 East Bergholt remained top of the table after winner in only their second league game in 2006. The game started slowly and Bergholt had to wait until the 8th minute before they had their first half chance on goal with the Claydon keeper saving from Stephen Cole. The keeper was on hand to save from William Harris seconds later. William Harris and Jack Elomaa combined well but Jack’s shot was off target. Claydon looked dangerous on the counter attack and Jonathan McGrath saved when Claydon broke through. Bergholt took the lead when a George Foster corner was scrambled home by Lewis Knights from close range and just prior to half time Claydon undeservedly fell 2-0 behind when Jack Elomaa headed home a deflected William Harris cross. Bergholt picked up the tempo in the second half, with Jack Elomaa scoring from close range following a mazy dribble by William Harris.  Claydon defended in numbers and counter attacked well, and were unfortunate not to score when their striker shot wide. With time running out Lewis Knights scored his second steeling Alex Hardwick’s goal bound effort on the line. It was great to see Remi Daniel on the side line watch, after his operation 5 weeks ago. Hopefully Remi will be available for selection in the very near future. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Alex Hardwick Claydon B 1 East Bergholt B 3 Bergholt gained 3 valuable points overcoming a determined Claydon side keeping their title aspirations alive. The excellent Claydon keeper saved early from Billy Hornsey followed two further saves preventing both Alex Biondi and Billy Hornsey again from giving Bergholt an early lead. Claydon’s keeper was the hero again as he cleared a Conner Robertson cross and was in place to save an Alex Biondi follow up. Isaac Keinzley headed wide from an Elliot Jones free kick and the keeper bravely saved at Billy Hornsey’s feet following a goalmouth scramble. Bergholt took a deserved lead when Isaac Keinzley finished off an excellent move involving Alex Biondi & Billy Hornsey. Claydon came to life early in the second half and Bergholt were rescued by goalie substitute Lawrence McGrath. Billy Hornsey returned to his goal scoring ways finishing off a through ball by Louis Clarke. Claydon did not drop their heads and deservedly pulled a goal back in the 15th minute of the second half. This lifted Claydon and were unlucky not to score a second with their midfielder shooting just wide. Bergholt killed off and chance of Claydon claiming a draw when Isaac Keinzley pounced onto a long range shot by Alex Biondi for Bergholts third. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Louis Clarke. Under 14's Sunday 5th March 2006 Mildenhall 0 East Bergholt 2 East Bergholt U14s went top of the league on Sunday afternoon after a hard-fought 2-0 win at Mildenhall United. Melton didn’t play so Bergholt move three points clear. The pitch was small and a heavy wind made life for both teams pretty tough. Mildenhall kicked off with the wind behind them and in the third minute Bergholt just managed to clear their lines after a goalmouth scramble. On 23 minutes, good play between Mitchell Aalders, Lee Willcox and Andy Nugent resulted in Pit firing a shot over the bar. Two minutes later and Pit wasn’t far away again after a Willcox free-kick was spilt by keeper Frank Gammon; but the stopper quickly regained control of the ball. After 27 minutes, James Ager was unlucky with a header from a Lee Andrews corner that was well stopped by Gammon. With a minute to go until half-time, Ben Ratcliffe was injured in a tackle with a Mildenhall player. Ratcliffe, usually a right-back but switched to centre-back today, had to go off injured and he didn’t return to the action either. Liam Heffer-Thorpe replaced him. Bergholt had the wind behind them in the second-half and on 52 minutes, Aalders forced Gammon into a fine save and the keeper had to push it over his bar for a corner. Two minutes later and Heffer-Thorpe hit a tremendous shot from near the half-way line that Gammon had to deal with. On the hour, Andy Nugent burst through but his shot was poor. But two minutes later and Nugent crossed the ball  in from the right for Pit to head home at the back post. Thomas Stone then made a fine save to deny Joe Stroud from a free-kick from just outside the area. But on 65 minutes, Ryan Frost scored a contender for goal of the season for Bergholt. The ball was in the air but he volleyed it over Gammon and underneath the crossbar with his left foot from way outside the box. The visitors now had control of the game and Willcox came close to scoring with a good volley. Bergholt will be hoping to gain revenge for their defeat at Sicklesmere earlier in the season when they meet again next Sunday. Under 14's Sunday 26th February 2006 East Bergholt 5 Stow Town 3 East Bergholt U14s managed to scrape a 5-3 victory over a spirited Stow Town side on Sunday morning. Stow took the lead on three minutes when a bad kick from Tom Stone left Matty Chaplin with a good chance with the keeper out of his goal. Chaplin took it well though with a lob that hit the inside of the post and went in. Bergholt responded well and they equalised two minutes later when James Sherwood shot and the ball trickled just inside the net. After nine minutes, Mitchell Aalders flicked the ball over the visitors’ defence and Aaron Hall tested the keeper but he responded. Bergholt were controlling the game and they took a deserved lead on 29 minutes when a poor kick from the keeper was taken advantage of by Lee Willcox who hit a dipping volley that flew into the top corner. Bergholt made a great start to the second half and Andy Nugent was unlucky within seconds of the re-start. Two minutes later and Mitchell Aalders made it 3-1 with a cracker of a volley that flew past the keeper. On 46 minutes, a good move, which was started by Sherwood, resulted in Nugent crossing for Aaron Hall who headed just over. But four minutes later and Hall did score with a good left-foot shot from just outside the area. Stow pulled a goal back on 60 minutes when Jordan Stannard hit a great shot that curled just inside the far post from across the goal. But Bergholt restored their three-goal advantage almost instantly when Lee Andrews played in Nugent who scored a deserved goal. However Stow came back again and Chaplin scored his second after a free-kick was chipped in and missed by Jamie Rhind, the Stow striker made no mistake with a one-on-one with Stone in the Bergholt goal. Under 14's Sunday 19th February 2006 Melton St Audreys 1 East Bergholt 1 East Bergholt U14s held out for a 1-1 draw at top of the league Melton St Audreys on Sunday afternoon. The visitors had the first chance on nine minutes when a great ball from Lee Willcox provided Lee Andrews with an opportunity, but the ball was cleared for a Bergholt corner. Bergholt had most of the play with the home side being restricted to shooting from outside the area.  On 32 minutes, Bergholt took the lead. A big kick from Tom Stone released Mitchell Aalders whose shot was blocked, but Willcox swivelled and hit a curling shot with his left foot that flew into the roof of the net. Aalders was causing more problems in the Melton defence and he almost scored Bergholt’s second but his shot was weak and Ross Welton was able to save.  Melton came out for the second half and they started the better side. Bergholt didn’t seem to be able to get out and they were being forced to play the counter attack game. Aalders then beat Keiron Smith-Edwards on a breakaway but he couldn’t double the visitors’ advantage. With two minutes to go the referee awarded Melton a free kick on their right and Seb Dunbar whipped the ball in and Stuart Balderston nodded the ball in to give both teams a share of the points. Under 10's Saturday 18th February 2006 East Bergholt A 3 St Johns A 1 East Bergholt overcame a first half onslaught by an excellent St Johns side to keep their title hopes alive. St Johns attacked from the start with Alex Hardwick prevents Eddie Ellis giving the Saints an early lead. Jonathan McGrath saved well after Woolard had gone solo from his own half. Bergholt relied on the counter attack as the jet lagged William Harris headed wide from a Bergholt corner. McKeary easily saved a Stephen Cole effort and Stephen Cole was unlucky to see his next effort cannon against the frame work. Bergholt defended well as St Johns tried to punish Bergholt's slow start to the match. St Johns continued to play the better football and were rewarded in the fourth minute of the second half with a well taken goal by Eddie Ellis. This woke up Bergholt and they started to attack with force. Stephen Cole headed wide as Bergholt went in search of an equaliser. Bergholt did not have to wait long before the on fire Jack Elomaa nipped in between two defenders to score the equaliser. Within a minute Bergholt scored a second with William Harris looping his header over the advancing keeper. Bergholt were happy to finish the game counter attacking with St Johns desperate to equalise. Jack Elomaa sealed the victory slotting home from a Bergholt corner. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Jack Elomaa East Bergholt B 2 St Johns B 0 Two early second half goals gave East Bergholt the victory in the important top of the B table clash. The game stared slowly with both teams looking nervous. Billy Hornsey rounded the keeper but failing to finish prior to Alex Biondi shooting wide from a Bergholt corner. Both sides attacked in this exciting fixture and St Johns were prevented from taking the lead when Elliot Jones cleared off the Bergholt line after Ben McGrath saved well from Harvey Boreham. Conner Robertson & Isaac Keinzley each blasted an effort over via Billy Hornsey lay backs. Cannum saved well from Conner Robertson and Ben McGrath performed akin at the other end from Adam Magilton as the game switched from end to end. Bergholt finished the stronger in the first half with Thrower heading an Isaac Keinzley effort off the line. Bergholt received the perfect start to the second half, when a Billy Hornsey cross was slotted home by Isaac Keinzley. Alex Biondi gave Bergholt breathing space with a dribble from the half way line shooting past the advancing keeper. Both side continued to play excellent football with reserve keeper Lawrence McGrath saved well from Magilton to keep the score 2-0. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Isaac Keinzley Under 14's Sunday 5th February 2006 St Benets Wasps 0 East Bergholt 4 (Open Cup) East Bergholt U14s progressed to the semi-finals of the Open Cup with a convincing 4-0 over St Benets Wasps. The visitors started the better side and Aaron Hall gave them a deserved lead on six minutes when he tapped in a fine Cameron Vincent cross.   Just five minutes later and it was 2-0 to Bergholt when Mitchell Aalders beat the keeper after a long ball over the defence from James Ager.   On 13 minutes, James Sherwood touched home Adam Thompson’s corner at the near post and it seemed as though Bergholt were scoring at will against a side who had won all ten of their matches this season. After 33 minutes, Andy Nugent ran through the Wasps midfield and defence but his finish was wide of the mark; otherwise it would’ve been a great individual goal. But to their credit, Wasps held Bergholt until half-time but they were being forced to shoot from outside the Bergholt area which made life easy for stand-in keeper Liam Heffer-Thorpe who was replacing Tom Stone because he was at the Norwich vs Ipswich match!  A long ball over the Bergholt defence did allow a Wasps striker a sniff of goal and he headed the ball over Heffer-Thorpe but defender Nick Colbeck managed to get back and clear the ball off the line. However on 43 minutes Aalders scored his second after a goal-mouth scramble resulted in a lack of communication between a Wasps defender and his goalkeeper and this left the striker with an open goal. Three minutes later and only some good defending from the visitors preserved their four-goal advantage. With just a few minutes remaining Bergholt pushed for a fifth with Aaron Hall and Andy Nugent both firing just wide from either side of the area. Jamie Rhind then hit the bar from two yards out after another defensive mix-up but Bergholt progressed to set-up a semi-final tie with Stow Town Under 10's Sunday 5th February 2006 East Bergholt 0 Withersfield 3 Open Cup Under 9’s   Last Seasons beaten finalists East Bergholt made an early exit in this seasons Open Cup with a 3-0 defeat to a lively Witherfield team. The visitors took an early advantage. Lawrence McGrath clearance on the line prevented Witherfield making it 2 within 3 minutes. Bergholt slowly started to claw their way back into the game but the solid Withersfield defence made it difficult for Bergholt to carve out any clear chances. Witherfield scored their second just prior to half time and sealed the victory early in the second half with their third. East Bergholt came close to reducing the arrears with Joe Arnold having a shot cleared off the line and a header hitting the post. Good luck to Withersfield in the next round. East Bergholt Man of the Match: - Stefano Mallardo East Bergholt 5 Hundon Hawks 2 Open Cup Under 10’s East Bergholt received the perfect start with 2 goals in the opening 2 minutes. Stephen Cole went solo for the first and Jack Elomaa smashed home a Hawks clearance from the edge of the box for Bergholts second. Bergholt continued to attack the Hawks goal and 2 clearances of the line from efforts by Billy Hornsey and Alex Hardwick prevented Bergholt killing the game. The Hawks pulled themselves back into the game when the Hawks strikers shot managed to find its way under Jonathan McGraths body. Bergholt restored the 2 goal advantage 5 minutes into the second half when Jack Elomaa finished of an excellent move involving Alex Hardwick and Stephen Cole. The Hawks hit back again with their strikers shot creeping by Jonathan McGrath. Jack Elomaa scored deserved hat-trick midway through the second half and Stephen Cole finished the scoring 5 minutes from full time. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Jack Elomaa  Under 14's Sunday 29th January 2006 Chantry Grasshoppers 2 East Bergholt 0 East Bergholt U14s succumbed to their second defeat of the season at Chantry Grasshoppers on Sunday afternoon. Two goals from Chantry striker Jack Lawrence gave the home side all three points. The visitors were without Cameron Vincent, Jamie Rhind and Ryan Frost so with 12 players it was always going to be hard but Bergholt didn’t start well at all and inside the first minute Chantry had taken the lead. A defensive mistake from Ben Ratcliffe allowed Jack Lawrence in and he side-footed the ball past Tom Stone. It was an end-to-end game in the first-half with both sides having good chances. Ben Silva flashed a shot just wide of the Bergholt goal whilst Lee Andrews miss-hit his shot and the Chantry keeper gathered with ease. Scott Baldwin did hit the bar for the home side but the score remained at 1-0 going into half-time. Bergholt were all over the home side in the second-half and Chantry even reverted to playing one up front. Four minutes after the re-start and Lee Willcox hit a good free-kick which struck the crossbar. On 45 minutes, Mitchell Aalders hit a good half-volley from a throw-in which flew just wide of the Chantry post. Aalders was unlucky with a few other chances and Bergholt were camped in the Chantry half but they couldn’t find the goal that they deserved. Chantry were using full use of their large squad but when they did break forward they were being restricted to shots from outside the area. But with the last kick of the game Lawrence scored his second after Bergholt had been awarded a free-kick. The visitors sent nine outfield players forward with just Liam Heffer-Thorpe being left with Lawrence and when Chantry got the ball they played it up to Lawrence who was left one-on-one with Stone who could do nothing to prevent the goal. A harsh score line overall with Bergholt on top throughout the second half but Chantry did take their chances when they came. Under 10's Saturday 28th January 2006 St Johns B 2 East Bergholt 2 (2-3 on penalties) Under 10’s B Team Cup East Bergholt B progressed into the semi final of the B team cup after a penalty shoot out in an exciting game between the 2 top of the table B sides. St Johns were rewarded with a first minute goal after starting the strongest as Bergholt found it difficult to hold the ball. Dominic Barker saved well as Bergholt tried to stop a rampant St. Johns. Slowly Bergholt started to work their way back into the game with Louis Clarke seeing his long range shot tipped over the bar. A goalmouth scramble saw Billy Hornsey's shot well saved prior to Alex Biondi crashing his shot against the woodwork and Conner Robertson shooting wide. Just prior to half time Billy Hornsey equalised following an excellent run from his own half by Conner Robertson. Conner shot into the side netting early in the second half as the game swung end to end. A half cleared St. Johns corner skimmed the Bergholt crossbar. Two Alex Biondi corners were punched from under the cross bar as both teams looked for the break through. St. Johns took the lead when a shot from the edge of the box flew past Dominic Barker. Bergholt threw everyone forward to try taking the game into extra time and were rewarded when Alex Biondi scored in the dying seconds of the game. Extra time could not separate these 2 excellent sides and Bergholt had to rely on the dreaded Penalty shot out to progress into the next round. Bergholts Man of the Match: - Louis Clarke. St. Johns 2 East Bergholt 3 Under 10’s A team Plate East Bergholt A started well with the St. Johns stand in Keeper saving well from William Harris after Stephen Cole & Jack Elomaa had combined well. In the sixth minute Bergholt took the lead when Stephen Cole finished off a Jack Elomaa through ball. Stephen Cole headed wide from a George Foster corner. Bergholt took a two goal lead with William Harris going solo following an Alex Hardwick through ball. St. Johns responded positively and pulled a goal back when the St. Johns striker taped home from close range after McGrath could only parry the initial effort. An excellent save by McGrath prevented St. Johns going into half time level. St. Johns came out in the second half determined not to exit the plate and were unlucky when a goal bound effort was deflected wide. Bergholt relied on the counter attack and George Foster extended their lead with his first goal of the season. St. Johns did not drop their heads and in the 12th minute of the second half gave themselves a lifeline with an simple strike from an excellent cross. Bergholt were relieved to hear the final whistle as they were forced to defend well in the final minutes as St. Johns tried to take the game into extra time. Both games were excellently refereed by the St. Johns official. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Stephen Cole     Under 14's Sunday 22nd January 2006 Stow Town 1 East Bergholt 7 East Bergholt U14s booked their place in the Cup Final with a 7-1 victory over Stow Town in the semi-finals. A hatrick from Mitchell Aalders and goals from Lee Andrews, Aaron Hall, James Ager and Jamie Rhind secured the win. Bergholt started without the cup-tied Lee Willcox but they did seem to be camped in the Stow half for the first ten minutes. Then Stow started to come back into it and the Bergholt defence were being put under constant pressure but on 16 minutes they broke away and Mitchell Aalders gave them the lead. He beat the goalkeeper and the defender to the ball before toe-poking it onto the post and in. Three minutes later and it was almost 2-0 when Aaron Hall chased a long ball through the middle and he beat the keeper to it but his shot couldn’t beat the covering defenders. After 27 minutes Bergholt had Ben Ratcliffe to thank for preserving their 1-0 lead after a header was bound for the top corner before Ratcliffe jumped and headed the ball to safety. However Stow scored a minute later after possession had been easily given away by the visitors and their right winger saw goalkeeper Tom Stone off his line and he executed his 30-yard shot to perfection. Bergholt responded well and Aalders was unlucky in the 34th minute when the Stow keeper made a good save at his feet. But two minutes later and it was 2-1. A long clearance from Stone enabled Aalders to run onto it and give Bergholt the lead again. On 48minutes , Hall produced a great through-ball to Aalders to run onto but he couldn’t finish and get his hatrick. Then defender James Ager met a clearing header from the Stow area with a good strike from 25 yards out but his shot flew just over. After 53 minutes Bergholt made it 3-1. Good work from Andy Nugent provided Lee Andrews with a chance which he took well with his left foot. Four minutes later and Aalders did complete his hatrick. He again beat the keeper to the ball but he really had to work to stop the ball running wide but he just caught up and tucked it away. A minute later and Aaron Hall got a well-deserved goal with a left-foot shot that flew into the top corner of the net from 12 yards. On the hour Ager made it 6-1 with a header after Andrews’ corner had been flicked on by a Stow defender. Jamie Rhind then completed the scoring in the final minute with a good right-foot finish into the corner of the net after more good work from Andrews. Under 10's Saturday 21st January 2006 Sutton Heath A 1 East Bergholt A 3 With 4 A team regulars missing, East Bergholt made the long trip back home with 3 priceless points to keep them in touch with the league leaders. Remi Daniels gave Bergholt the perfect start when his long range effort looped over the Sutton Heath keeper into the net. Sutton battled well but found the stubborn Bergholt defence in excellent form. Jack Elomaa came close to extending the lead as Bergholt relied on counter attacking. William Harris slotted home Bergholt's second in the 15th minute. B team striker Alex Biondi, deputising in goal for the ill Jonathan McGrath came to Bergholts rescue with an excellent close range save. Bergholt attacked from the start of the second half with Jack Elomaa shooting just wide. The Sutton Heath keeper saved from William Harris prior to Lewis Knights shooting just wide following a goalmouth scramble. Alex Biondi saved 2 long range efforts. William Harris shot wide after twisting his way through a crowded box. Lewis Knights dribbled the ball past the keeper into an empty net for Bergholt's third. Sutton Heath pulled one back when the Sutton Heath striker reacted first after Alex Biondi had pushed the initial effort onto the post. Bergholts Man of the Match: - Remi Daniel Sutton Heath B 0 East Bergholt B 3 East Bergholt B continued their unbeaten run since the opening day of the season with a 3-0 win away to Sutton Heath. Billy Hornsey shot wide in the opening minute. In the fifth minute Isaac Keinzley slotted home from a Billy Hornsey through ball to give Bergholt an early advantage. Isaac Keinzley turned provider as Billy Hornsey’s shot crashed against the cross bar. Dominic Barker saved well from the Sutton striker with the follow up hitting the woodwork. The Sutton keeper saved from Alex Biondi after excellent work from stand in defender Conner Robertson. Bergholt continued their excellent form in the second half. Conner Robertson carried the ball from his own half but was denied by the Heath’s keeper. Isaac Keinzley turn and dribble lead to his second of the match and Billy Hornsey finally scored his 50th competitive goal for East Berholt to secure the victory. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Conner Robertson. Under 10's Sunday 8th January 2006 Open Cup: Stow Falcons 1 East Bergholt 4 East Bergholt under 10’s completed an excellent weekend of football with a victory in the Open Cup away to Stow Falcons. Bergholt dominated the early stages and within the first minute William Harris was denied by an excellent save by the Falcons keeper and Stephen Cole shot was cleared of the line. Bergholt took the lead in the second minute when William Harris battled through to score from the edge of the box. Stow Falcons settled into the game and 2 corners where well defended by Bergholt. The game swung end to end with Jonathan McGrath double saving from the Falcons striker. Alex Hardwick and Stephen Cole both had goal bound efforts cleared. Alex Hardwick shot through a crowded penalty area to give Bergholt a 2-0 lead. Stow Falcons did not drop their heads and just prior to half time Jonathan McGrath proved what a valuable asset he is with a superb double save. Stow Falcons started the second half determined not to exit the Open Cup and were rewarded with an outstanding strike from distance. Bergholt restored their 2 goal advantage with William Harris finishing of a Remi Daniel cross. The next goal was important and Jonathan McGrath rescued Bergholt again when Falcons looked destined to score. Bergholt extended their lead in the dying minutes when Billy Hornsey finished off a through ball by Alex Hardwick. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Alex Hardwick Under 10's Saturday 7th January 2006 East Bergholt A 2 Trimley Red Devils A 0 East Bergholt continued to keep the pressure on the league leaders with an excellent 2-0 win against fellow chases Trimley Red Devils. The Red Devils started the brighter and shot wide in the first minute. Trimley tried to take advantage of Bergholts slow start as Jonathan McGrath saved from Matt West. Bergholt woke up and started to penetrate the Trimley half. William Harris shot wide and a well timed tackle by Trimley defender Corey Ward on Jack Elomaa prevented Bergholt taking the lead. Jonathan McGrath saved well again from Matt West and 3 corners just prior to half time were all well defended by Trimley Red Devils. Bergholt received the perfect start in the second half when William Harris battled his way through the stubbing Trimley defence to slot past Reece Wilcox. Jonathan McGrath continued his excellent form stopping 2 shots from the Devils as Trimley surged forward. William Harris shot just wide from a Jack Elomaa lay back and Stephen Cole shot across goal when he looked certain to score. Jack Elomaa secured the win scoring from 2 metres from a Remi Daniels cross. Bergholt Man of the Match: - William Harris East Bergholt B 2 Trimley Red Devils B 1 Bergholt attacked first when an excellent move and cross by Alex Biondi setting up Billy Hornsey who’s shot was tipped wide. Trimley then took control of the first half and where rewarded with an early goal. Bergholt struggled to get into the game as Dominic Barker and the Bergholt defence were kept busy. Isaac Keinzley struggling to recover from illness played Alex Biondi through but his shot was well saved. After a reorganisation of the side at half time, Bergholt totally dominated the second half. Billy Hornsey missed an early second half penalty after Alex Biondi was tripped in the box. Alex Biondi then shot wide, Conner Robertson hit the crossbar and the shot just wide as Bergholt camped themselves in the Devils penalty area. Leading scorer Billy Hornsey forgot his scoring boots shooting just wide and Conner was prevented from pulling Bergholt level from the excellent Trimley keeper. With time running out and the crowd beginning to think it’s not there day Alex Biondi poked the ball home from a Louis Clarke cross. Bergholt were not content with a draw and poured forward in search of the winner and were rewarded when Connor Robertson dribbled into the box and slotted past the Devil’s keeper. Bergholts Man of the Match: - Conner Robertson     Under 10's Saturday 17th December 2005 Brantham A 1 East Bergholt A 2 East Bergholt A gave their manager the perfect Christmas present by gaining the 3 points in this pre Christmas local derby. Both teams where cagey on the ice packed pitch and clear chances were few. A Brantham striker shot wide after breaking free of the Bergholt defence. Bergholt took the lead in the 15th minute when Lewis Knights poked home following a goalmouth scramble. With the pitch thawing both teams were able to start to play some good football. Bergholt were fortunate to take a 2-0 lead when the Brantham keeper fumbled a William Harris shot into the net. Brantham totally dominated the game from this point as Bergholt defended. With 2 minutes left George Clarke penetrated the solid Bergholt defence to score from the edge of the box. All the Brantham players bar their keeper surged forward in search of an equaliser but the Bergholt defence remained solid to hold out for 3 valuable points. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Sam Jenner Brantham B 0 East Bergholt B 1 East Bergholt B gained revenge for their only defeat so far this season when Billy Hornsey scored from close range early in this tight fixture. Both teams attacked looking for goals and Dominic Barker saved well from the Brantham striker. The non stopping midfield trio of Isaac Keinzley, Alex Biondi and Conner Robertson combined well with Billy just shooting wide. Alex Biondi broke clear of the Brantham defence but could only find the side netting. Ben McGrath saved well at the feet of the Brantham striker in the last minute to preserve the 1-0 score line and allow Bergholt B the joy of being table toppers at Christmas. Bergholt Man of the Match: - Alex Biondi A Team Player of the Month for December: - William Harris B Team Player of the Month for December: - Alex Biondi Under 10's Saturday 10th December 2005 A team Cup East Bergholt A 1 Sutton Heath A 3 East Bergholt A failed to progress in this seasons cup losing to a determined Sutton Heath A. Bergholt started off the stronger but whatever the Bergholt attack threw at Sutton Heath they defended and the goalkeeper saved. Jack Elomaa rounded the keeper but could not finish. Jack Elomaa’s shot hit the post prior to the keeper saving well from William Harris. Bergholt took the lead in the 12th minute through Jack Elomaa but their lead was short lived when Billy Cook equalised on the very next attack. Bergholt tried to regain the lead but excellent defending from Sutton Heath prevent Stephen Cole, William Harris and Remi Daniels who all had efforts blocked or saved. Not sure what Dee Hague said in his half time talk but Sutton Heath totally dominated the opening five minutes of the second half with Bergholt struggling to even hold onto the ball. Within two minutes Lamell Howell had given Sutton Heath the lead and a minute later Ben Hope scored Sutton Heaths third. Bergholt again threw everything forward but could not find away past Sutton’s defence. Good Luck to Sutton Heath in the next round. Man of the Match: George Foster B Team Cup East Bergholt B 5 Claydon B 0 East Bergholt B secured their place in the next round with a 5-0 win over Claydon. In a very even first half Isaac Keinzley settled Bergholt, finishing off an excellent move involve Alex Biondi & Conner Robertson. Just prior to half time, Billy Hornsey returned the one two for Alex Biondi to blast home. Alex Biondi shocked all early in the second half when his left foot shot from the edge of the box flew into the top corner. Lawrence McGrath saved well from the Claydon striker and the excellent Claydon keeper prevented Alex Biondi scoring his third. Elliot Jones scored his first goal of the season for Bergholts fourth. Louis Clarke's shot was tipper over the bar and then Elliot Jones scoring his second following a short corner. Claydon deserved more from this game and were unlucky not to score in the final minute. Man of the Match: Alex Biondi Under 10's Saturday 3rd December 2005 Felixstowe Hawks A 0 East Bergholt A 6 East Bergholt A climbed to second in the table with an excellent performance against a well organised Felixstowe Hawks. William Harris got an early breakthrough tapping home a George Foster corner. The game was evenly matched with both teams having half chances, Jonathan McGrath saving at the feet of the Hawks striker prior to the Hawks keeper holding onto a William Harris overhead kick. In the 15th minute Jack Elomaa blocked a Hawks clearance that went straight into the net. This lifted Bergholt with a superb strike from the edge of the box by William Harris. This was bettered a minute later with William Harris striking from 5 metres outside the box for his hat trick. On the stroke of half time Jack Elomaa poached his second from a William Harris shot. William Harris started the second half determined to add to his hat trick and scored his fourth in the second minute of the second half. Felixstowe Hawks did not drop their heads and in an even second half no further goals were scored. William Harris reached the milestone of 50 goals with his 4 goals in this game Man of the Match: William Harris Felixstowe Hawks B 0 East Bergholt B 2 Bergholt B returned to the top of the B league with a 2-0 win over Felixstowe Hawks. Dominic Barker was called into early action with a save from a Hawks corner. Billy Hornsey commenced a battle with the Hawks keeper when the keeper saved well from the Bergholt striker. The same result happen on two further occasions when Billy Hornsey was through on goal. Billy Hornsey scored his first in the eighth minute slotting past the excellent Hawks keeper. The Hawks defence survived a goalmouth scramble when Billy Hornsey and Alex Biondi both had shots saved and Isaac Keinzley shot against the upright. Billy Hornsey slotted past the keeper for Bergholts second and the keeper came to the Hawks rescue saving from Alex Biondi just prior to half time. Bergholt failed to extend their lead in the second half when the Hawks goal keeper prevented Billy Hornsey on 4 occasions. Man of the Match: Elliot Jones. Under 10's Saturday 26th November 2005 East Bergholt A 3 Martlesham Mustang A 4 Football can be so cruel, as Martlesham won this top of the table clash with the winning goal coming in the final minute. Without their two regular defenders, Bergholt were giving a football lesson in the first half as Mustangs stormed into a 3-0 lead. Mustangs also hit the woodwork twice as Bergholt struggled to get into the game. The second half commenced as the first with Mustangs dominating. Slowly Bergholt started to force their way into the game and in the nineth minute Jack Elomaa slotted past the Mustangs keeper. This goal lifted Bergholt as the went all out to pull the game back. Stephen Cole scored the second when his long range effort deceived the Mustangs keeper and the comeback seemed completed when Jack Elomaa scored his second to draw Bergholt level. Both teams were determined to win this game and Jonathan McGrath saved well for Bergholt and a last ditch tackle on Jack Elomaa prevented him from scoring his hat trick. In the final minute Bergholt will regret an easy missed chance as Mustangs went straight onto the attack to score past Jonathan McGrath. This game was a great advert for junior football. Man of the Match: Jack Elomaa. East Bergholt B 2 Martlesham Mustangs B 2 East Bergholt B got off to the perfect start when Billy Hornsey scored from close range after a goalmouth scramble. Bergholt continued to force the game with Isaac Keinzley shooting straight at the keeper from a Alex Biondi through ball. Isaac Keinzley and Connor Robertson combined will as the frame work prevented Bergholt extending their lead. Alex Biondi’s in swinging corner was punched over and Isaac lost his footing after rounding the Mustangs keeper. Just before half time in their first real attack of the game Mustangs drew level when their striker was first to the ball after an excellent save by Ben McGrath. Mustang started the second half determined to win this battle with their striker shooting just wide. Sub keeper Dominic Barker saved well and the visiting keeper performed akin from Isaac Keinzley. A penalty to Mustangs gave them the lead, half way into the second half. Bergholt instantly replied when Connor Robertson shot from the edge of the box. Isaac Keinzley shot was cleared off the line and Alex Biondi saved Bergholt clearing off Bergholts line. Two saves by Dominic Baker saved Bergholt in the dying minutes. Man of the Match: Dominic Barker. Under 14's Sunday 20th November 2005 East Bergholt 2 Mildenhall 0 East Bergholt U14s overcame a spirited Mildenhall United side 2-0 on Sunday morning. A penalty from Lee Willcox and a late goal from Lee Andrews secured a hard-earned victory. The home side had a lot of early possession and they were forcing their visitors to work hard just to get a touch of the ball.  After 10 minutes a suicide pass in the Bergholt defence presented Jordan Scales with a glorious opportunity to give his side the lead but his shot went straight into the grateful arms of Tom Stone. Some 10 minutes later, Mildenhall keeper Frank Gammon came out and caught the legs of Jamie Rhind and the referee had no hesitation in awarding a penalty to Bergholt. Lee Willcox stepped up and hit the ball straight down the middle to score his first goal in Bergholt colours.  Four minutes later and Lee Andrews was unlucky with a long-range shot which went just wide of the post. Gammon then made an easy save from another Andrews shot. Bergholt defender James Ager then gave away a free-kick just outside his own area after a foul on Ashley Sheehan but the visitors couldn’t make anything of a good opportunity. After 45 minutes Willcox put through a beautiful ball which eventually resulted in James Sherwood shooting from around 30 yards out. Mildenhall keeper Gammon needed two attempts to gather the ball after a sudden swerve in mid-air. Six minutes later and Andrews was again unlucky not to score from the right side with a fierce drive that Gammon saved for a corner. With five minutes remaining Willcox was unlucky with a cracker of a free-kick from 20 yards out, Gammon made a fine save to tip the ball over his crossbar.  With three minutes remaining good link-up play between Willcox and Nugent provided Andrews with an opportunity which he took advantage of and he drilled the ball across the stranded keeper. Girls Under 12's Sunday 20th November 2005 East Bergholt 1 Witnesham Wasps 0 Bergholt started very fast with both Amy Webb and Flo Cocker coming close. Bergholt attacked in waves only good goalkeeping and bad luck keep the score at 0-0. More chances fell to Beth Nixon and Gemma Howe but at halftime the score remained goalless. The second half was much as the first with Flo having a couple of chances and when the Wasps did trouble, the Bergholt back line of Gen Kortarska and Emily Clarke were there to clear there lines. Bergholt went close when a Howe corner hit the inside of the post and Cocker was unable to finish. With ten minutes left Cocker went in goal and Wheeler moved into midfield. A quick throw in left Beth Nixon clear and she coolly placed the ball past the Wasps keeper. All in all a good game with Bergholt getting back to winning ways after being beaten by the odd goal in the past 2 weeks. Player of the game: Gemma Howe Under 10's Saturday 19th November 2005 East Bergholt A 2 Woodbridge A 1 Bergholt came from behind to take all 3 points. Bergholt started well with a Remy Daniels shot well held by the Woodbridge Keeper Joe Rose. Both keepers came to their teams rescue as Bergholt and Woodbridge tried to get an early advantage. A double save by Joe Rose from Jack Elomaa & Stephen Cole prevented Bergholt taking the lead. The home side started to dominate the game and William Harris shot just wide. Woodbridge waited for Bergholt to tire and were unlucky not to take the lead before half time when Jonathan McGrath saved twice from long range efforts. Ross Tennant score 1 minute into the second half when Woodbridge took advantage of Bergholt's poor defending. Bergholt did not learn from the mistake and were fortunate when Connor Davis shot over from close range. Remy Daniels silky skills and shot deserved more as it skimmed the post. A George Foster cross gave Remy Daniels a simple tap in for the equaliser. Jonathan McGrath cleared a Woodbridge corner with the follow up going wide. Both teams were determined to win as Joe Rose saved from Stephen Cole and they defended in numbers as William Harris shot was blocked when he looked destined to score. With 5 minutes remaining Stephen Cole rounded the keeper to give Bergholt a 2-1 lead. The game was soared when a Bergholt player was substituted in the final minutes due to his continuously questioning the referees decision. This must and will stop. Man of the Match: Jonathan McGrath East Bergholt B 5 Woodbridge Town B 0 East Bergholt B leaped to the top of the B league as they continued their excellent form this season. Bergholt dominated play as Billy Hornsey shot wide, Elliot Jones dribble and shot was well saved by Aaron Skate. The Woodpeckers keeper then superbly tipped over an Alex Biondi shot. In the eighth minute Billy Hornsey followed up a Conner Robinson shot for a 1-0 lead. Ever reliable defender Louis Clarke prevent a equaliser. Woodbridge keeper, Aaron Skate, was in excellent form preventing goal bound efforts from Connor Robertson, Isaac Keinzley and Elliot Jones prior to half time. Bergholt dominated the second half. Alex Biondi the smallest player on the pitch rose in between two defenders to head home from an Isaac Keinzley corner for 2-0. Isaac Keinzley scored the third running through alone. Woodbridge tried to force their way back as Bergholt were saved by the woodwork. Alex Biondi gained an assist for Isaac Keinzley 2nd and the roles were reversed for Alex Biondi’s second and Bergholts fifth Man of the Match: Alex Biondi Under 14's Sunday 13th November 2005 East Bergholt 2 Thetford 1 East Bergholt U14s overcame last seasons league champions Thetford 2-1 on Sunday morning with goals from Andy Nugent and Mitchell Aalders. Bergholt took control right from the off and the Thetford keeper was called upon to make a few good early saves. The home side deservedly took the lead on 21 minutes when Andy Nugent scored his fifth goal of the season. Just two minutes later and Mitchell Aalders capitalized on a defensive error and hit the ball home to double Bergholt’s advantage. Liam Hefer-Thorpe then came to Bergholt’s rescue after a corner wasn’t dealt with. The ball was bobbling around before a Thetford player toe-poked the ball towards goal but a combination of keeper Tom Stone and Hefer-Thorpe prevented the ball crossing the line. But on 27 minutes Jordan Fisher scored for Thetford after a high ball over the home side’s defence caught them out and the front man lobbed the advancing Bergholt keeper. Thetford had the entire second half but they couldn’t break down a resilient Bergholt defence.  A cross from the right looped over everyone but Ben Ratcliffe got up high at the back post to prevent a Thetford attacker from scoring. But after soaking up so much pressure Bergholt then broke and Andy Nugent was left one-on-one with the visiting keeper who made a good save to deny Nugent his second of the game. The Thetford number 2 was then booked after an incident involving new-signing Lee Willcox. However the visitors couldn’t break down the defence and Bergholt recorded another win which keeps them top-of-the-table. Under 10's Saturday 12th November 2005 Martlesham Hurricanes A 1 East Bergholt A 7 East Bergholt A cruised through the preliminary round of the cup with a 7-1 win over division 2 side Martlesham Hurricanes. Jack Elomaa started the scoring in the 8th minute after excellent work by William Harris on the bye line. Ball juggling prior to an excellent volley by Jack Elomaa led to his and Bergholt's second as Bergholt took control of the match. Remi Daniels was on the end of a Stephen Cole Corner for his second goal of the season. Martlesham did not sit back and on the 16th minute, Matt Farthing pulled a goal back and 1 minute later Jonathan McGrath superbly saved from the same player. On the stroke of half time a turn and shot by William Harris in a crowded penalty area restored Bergholt's 3 goal lead. Bergholt started the second half with some excellent one touch football with Jack Elomaa shooting just wide. Six minutes into the second half Jack Elomaa completed his hat trick finishing of a Stephen Cole miss kick. Bergholt's 6th came from a solo effort by William Harris and he returned onto the field in the final minute to complete his hat trick. Man of the Match: Jack Elomaa Martlesham Hurricanes B 2 East Bergholt B 3 Martlesham Hurricanes gave East Bergholt B a second half fright as Bergholt managed to hold on to avoid a shock cup exit. Bergholt started well with Alex Biondi shot well saved. Billy Hornsey finished of an Alex Biondi corner for Bergholts first. Bergholt seem to have control as Alex Biondi slotted home when Isaac Keinzley shot was well saved by the Hurricanes keeper. Isaac Keinzley seemed to have secured Bergholts passage into the next round of the cup slotting home after an excellent solo run. Martlesham lifted their game and 2 quick goals by Harry Lewis knocked Bergholt's and lifted Hurricanes' confidence.. Every Bergholt player was closed down as soon as they received the ball and the Hurricanes were finding space. Louis Clarke cleared when Martlesham looked destine to score. With minutes remaining Isaac Keinzley’s shot shuddered the crossbar and the alert keeper cleared from an oncoming Alex Biondi. A last effort to take the game into extra time by the Hurricanes strike, thankfully for Bergholt's cup hopes went just wide. Man of the Match: Billy Hornsey  Under 14's Sunday 6th November 2005 East Bergholt 6 Bury Town 2 East Bergholt U14s progressed to the quarter-finals of the KO Cup with a 6-2 victory over Bury Town. Goals from James Sherwood, Carl Green, Mitchell Aalders, Ryan Frost, Lee Andrews and James Ager set-up a quarter-final tie at Needham or Walsham. Bergholt took control of the game from the off and took the lead on five minutes when James Sherwood hit a shot from 20 yards out which eluded the visiting keeper. Two minutes later and Carl Green got his name on the score sheet with a good finish at the back-post after a cross from the right missed everyone. On 22 miutes, Mitchell Aalders scored his eighth league goal of the season after a good run and cross by Andy Nugent provided Aalders with a simple finish. Two minutes later and Ryan Frost scored his third of the season to make the score 4-0 to the home side. Five minutes before the break Lee Andrews hit a superb free-kick into the roof of the net from wide on the right after a silly foul from a Bury defender on Cameron Vincent. Bury came out for the second half looking like a different team. They were making Bergholt work to keep the ball and they scored a deserved goal four minutes into the second half when Matt Stevens scored. Bergholt replied 13 minutes later when an Andrews corner was headed in by centre-back James Ager. But the Bury heads didn’t go down and with just two minutes to go Sam Bass capitalized on a rare defensive error and lobbed keeper Tom Stone to score. Under 10's Saturday 5th November 2005 East Bergholt A 4 Claydon A 0 Two goals in each half was enough to secure the win to keep the pressure on the top of the table sides. Bergholt dominated the game from the start with Jack Elomaa shooting just wide. William Harris failed to hit the target from a Stephen Cole cross. The Claydon keeper Jonathan Ives held well from a George Foster cross. In the 8th minute Jack Elomaa slotted the ball past Ives after excellent one touch football between Stephen Cole and Remi Daniel. Jack Elomaa and Remi Daniel combined cleverly but Elomaa’s shot hit the side netting. William Harris scored Bergholt’s second following up a Remi Daniel’s cross. Bergholt piled on the pressure in search of more goals but the determined Claydon held out. The second half continued in the same manner as the first with Claydon looking dangerous on the counter attack. Jonathan Ives produced a double save from Stephen Cole then started the attack which Jonathan McGrath saved well at the feet of Josh Harvey. William Harris supplied the assist for Remi Daniel to score his first of the season giving Bergholt a comfortable 3-0 lead. Claydon never gave up and Oliie Canies crashed a shot against the bar. Stephen Cole scored Bergholt's fourth when an Alex Hardwick through ball left Stephen one on one with the last defender. Jonathan Ives prevented a Bergholt fifth by superbly saving a clever chip by Remi Daniels and George Foster had 2 shots blocked by the determined Claydon defence in the dying minutes. Man of the Match: Jack Elomaa East Bergholt B 8 Claydon B 2 East Berholt B continued the climb up the table with a convincing victory against Claydon. Bergholt scored an early break through when Lewis Knights finished off a Elliot Jones cross. Billy Hornsey and Alex Biondi outstanding one touch football led to Lewis Knights second. Claydon tried to claw their way back into the game with Joe Phillips shooting wide. Billy Hornsey taped in from close range for Bergholts third after Lewis Knights cross cannoned of the post, and just prior the half time whistle Isaac Keinzley set up Lewis Knights for a first half hat trick. A goal blitz at the start of the second half killed of any hope of a Claydon revival. Isaac Keinzley’s first minute corner was deflected into the net. Connor Robertson gained an assist for Billy Hornsey’s second of the game and the same 2 players combined for Billy Hornsey’s hat trick. Claydon penetrated the Bergholt defence for Joe Phillips to pull one back but Bergholt immediately restored the 7 goal lead when Ben McGrath taped home a goal bound effort from Alex Biondi. Joe Phillips managed a second consolation goal to complete the scoring. Man of the Match: Louis Clarke Under 14's Sunday 30th October 2005 Sicklesmere 5 East Bergholt 3 East Bergholt U14s succumbed to their first defeat of the season at Sicklesmere. Goals from James Ager, James Sherwood and Andy Nugent couldn’t stop the visitors losing 5-3. Bergholt were definitely the better side in the first-half but they couldn’t make any of their four corners count in the early stages. Sicklesmere took the lead against the run of play on 16 minutes. Sam Rayner finished after his strike partner had rounded Bergholt stopper Tom Stone before cutting the ball back for Rayner to slot in. On 28 minutes the visitors equalised. Another good cross from Lee Andrews enabled James Ager to head the ball into the corner of the net. But two minutes before half-time Matt Miles put the home side back ahead after a mistake at the back allowed him to run through and fire past Stone. After 43 minutes Miles scored his second after he beat the Bergholt defence and finished well but the Bergholt defence were adamant that a hand was used by the striker to control the ball.  Two minutes later and Mitchell Aalders forced a fine save from the Sicklesmere goalie. Sicklesmere scored their fourth after a corner wasn’t dealt with and Miles completed his hat trick. The home side’s defence were standing strong and the Bergholt attacks were dealt with well but on 63 minutes James Sherwood pulled a goal back for the visitors after a good cross from substitute Carl Green. The come-back was on and four minutes later a penalty was awarded to Bergholt. A magnificent save from the keeper enabled Andrews to swing in another corner which wasn’t fully dealt with and a defender caught the ball in the six yard box. Andy Nugent stepped up to take it and scored but he was ordered to take it again because team-mate Andrews had run into the box. However Nugent scored again and Sicklesmere were panicking. As Bergholt pushed on for an equaliser Sicklesmere broke and Aaron Hetsehkun toe-poked the ball past the on-coming Tom Stone. Bergholt were unlucky not to snatch a point after a good display. Sicklesmere were a bigger team and used their strength to good advantage. Under 10's Saturday 29th October 2005 Witnesham Wasps A 0 East Bergholt A 0 This was an entertaining 0-0 draw that either side could have claimed the victory leaving both sides losing valuable points to the leaders. Billy Hornsey received a deserved call up to the first time due to Jack Elomaa’s father losing his way to Witnesham. Witnesham started lively but the strikers shot flew wide. Bergholt took 10 minutes to settle with Stephen Cole and William Harris combining well but the Wasps defence blocked in numbers. Remi Daniel shot into the side netting after excellent team play by Bergholt. Both sides attacked in numbers and Alex Hardwick rescued Bergholt clearing a goalmouth scramble. William Harris cracked 2 shots against the upright and just prior to the interval Jonathan McGrath saved superbly from the Wasps striker Louis Bloom. The second half was the identical to the first with both sides going full out for the victory. Stephen Cole shot wide for Bergholt and on the next attack Bloom shot just over for the Wasps. William Harris was desperately unlucky to see his shot clattered against the goal frame for the 3rd time in the match, but Jonathan McGrath became Bergholt's hero in the last minute of the game producing 2 consecutive wonder saves. Though the A team remain unbeaten they have to start turning the draws into victory if they have real title aspirations. Man of the Match: William Harris Witnesham Wasps B 0 East Bergholt B 5 East Bergholt B made it 4 consecutive victories with a convincing 5-0 win away to Witnesham. After a great team performance in our last victory this win relied more on individual goals than team goals. Jack Elomaa started the scoring from a Lewis Knights cross. Isaac Keinzley headed over from close range. An amazing dribble by Isaac Keinzley was finished by Lewis Knights, starting his first game of the season. Jack Elomaa, Isaac Keinzley, and Lewis Knights were all unlucky not to extend the lead before half time. Isaac Keinzley ran through from his own half to score Bergholt's third and, shortly after, a second solo effort by Isaac killed off any hopes of a Wasps revival. Lewis Knights dribble, from his own half, to score his second of the game finished the scoring. Man of the Match: Lewis Knights A Team Player of the Month for October: - Stephen Cole B Team Player of the Month for October: - Connor Robertson Under 14's Sunday 23rd October 2005 East Bergholt 7 St Louis 1 East Bergholt U14s beat St Louis to continue their winning start to the season. A hat trick from Mitchell Aalders and goals from Aaron Hall, Lee Andrews, William Black and Cameron Vincent secured the 7-1 win.  In the first minute Mitchell Aalders was unlucky with a shot that flew just over the bar. But on 18 minutes, Aalders broke through the visitors defence and chipped the stranded keeper. Aaron Hall was unlucky with a brilliant chip from outside the area which hit the inside of the post and rebounded out to safety. Hall was not to be denied his first goal of the season though and on 27 minutes he controlled a pass before hitting a shot which beat the keeper. The St Louis keeper then made a fine save to deny Aalders after a good cross from Andy Nugent. Bergholt added a third three minutes before half-time when a good cross by Cameron Vincent was turned in by Aalders. Just a minute after half-time and St Louis pulled a goal back when a deflected through-ball ran into the path of Luke Hardwick who lobbed Bergholt keeper Tom Stone. This fired the home side back into action and on 42 minutes they should’ve scored after repeated pressure the ball failed to really trouble the visiting keeper. On 53 minutes Lee Andrews hit a superb shot into the roof of the net from 25 yards after good work from Nugent. Seven minutes later and substitute William Black scored his first of the season after excellent build-up play between Aalders and Nugent.  Shortly after Andrews hit another screamer that stayed low this time but the keeper did well to keep it out. A minute later Bergholt did score their sixth goal of the game. A great solo run from Vincent on the right resulted in the winger hitting the ball into the bottom corner. With two minutes remaining Aalders rounded the keeper before tucking the ball away with his left foot. Under 14's Sunday 16th October 2005 Stow Town 0 East Bergholt 8 East Bergholt U14s kept their winning start to the season alive on Saturday with a convincing 8-0 win over a spirited Stow Town side. Braces from James Ager and Ryan Frost and one each from Andy Nugent, Mitchell Aalders, Lee Andrews and Jamie Rhind secured the victory. In the first minute Mitchell Aalders brought a good save from the Stow keeper and breaking through the Stow defence. Stow then had their first attack of the game when a good cross from the right eluded everyone. On 17minutes, a good cross from Cameron Vincent was hit just wide by Aalders for a corner. Lee Andrews sent in the corner and after a header from James Ager was blocked, Andy Nugent was there for the re-bound and he headed the ball in. Right on the stroke of half-time Jamie Rhind conceded a free-kick and a Stow midfielder hit the ball just wide of Tom Stone’s upright. Bergholt didn’t play well in the first-half and the score was still 1-0 when the half-time whistle went. They looked a totally different side in the second-half and it was 2-0 within a minute of the re-start. Aalders put in a good cross and Rhind was there to score his third goal of the season. Andrews sent in another corner on 43 minutes and defender Ager side-footed home from six yards after the Stow defence had failed to clear their lines. Just two minutes later and Ager scored his second of the game. He met Andrews’ corner and headed the ball into the bottom corner. On 49 minutes, Ryan Frost scored with his first touch of the match after firing home from the edge of the area after a good save from the Stow keeper. Three minutes later and it was Andrews’ turn to score. A good throw-in from Aaron Hall allowed Andrews to take the ball well on his chest and he hit a left-foot shot that hit the far post and went in. Almost immediately from the kick-off and Frost got his second and made it 7-0 to Bergholt. Keeper Tom Stone was forced into a good save after a Stow free-kick from just outside the area deflected off the wall and it was creeping in until Stone turned in round the post. With four minutes remaining Aalders finally got his name on the scoresheet after profiting from some poor defending to beat the keeper. Girls Under 12's Sunday 16th October 2005 East Bergholt 4 Bacton United 0 Bergholt had to make a few changes again this week, and it was clear these were not working, so assistant coach John Howe changed things around. After 9 minutes Bergholt went ahead when a fine shot from Emily Clarke. Despite lots of chances it took until 27 minutes to add a second, from hot shot Amy Webb. Bergholt started the second half very strong with Hannah Brigden going close and a fine save by the Bacton keeper to keep out a Kotarsas Ferce free kick. Bergholt went 3 up when Sophie France scored her first ever goal for the club. Changes were made with Gemma Howe going in goal and Caitlin Laydon coming onto the pitch, and almost adding a fourth with her first touch. The fourth goal did come when Becky Wheeler scored, again her first goal for the club. Despite the score Bacton keep going and never gave up. Final score 4-0 and Bergholt have at last got back to winning ways after failing to get anything in the last two weeks despite playing well. Under 10's Saturday 15th October 2005 St. Johns A 2 East Bergholt A 5 East Bergholt A continued their unbeaten start to the season. After a nervous first five minutes Jack Elomaa battle well but shot wide. St. Johns hit back but found Jonathan McGrath in excellent form. Stephen Cole broke the deadlock on 10 minutes after the Saints keeper could only parry a Remi Daniel shot from a George Foster cross. Jack Elomaa shot just over following up a goal kick, followed by William Harris failing to hit the target. St. Johns shot just wide as the tried to pull them back into the game. Stephen Cole scored his second finishing of a long ball from Jonathan McGrath. Jonathan McGrath punched clear a St. Johns corner and could only watch as the strikers shot whisked past the post. Stephen Cole and Jack Elomaa combined but Stephen could not finish when clear on goal. St. Johns started the second half with and early shot, but from the resulting goal kick Jack Elomaa scored Bergholts third. Stephen Cole scored his Hat trick after a mazy dribble turn and shot in a crowded area. The Saints kept battling but could not find a way past the solid Bergholt rearguard. An excellent back heel by Jack Elomaa allowed William Harris to score Bergholts 5th. With 3 minutes left Bergholt seemed to fall a sleep allowing St. Johns to totally dominate the final minutes. With 2 goals in 1 minute Bergholt looked shocked but managed to hold out for an important 3 points. Man of the Match: Stephen Cole St. Johns B 0 East Bergholt B 4 East Bergholt gained an excellent win against the B league leaders St. Johns. Alex Biondi shot just wide followed on his next attack seeing his shot tipped wide. Billy Hornsey tapped home from Alex Biondi’s resulting corner. Billy Hornsey shot just wide as the Saint’s defender put Hornsey under pressure. Alex Biondi shot across goal but Connor Robertson could not reach. Billy Hornsey shot hit the post and Isaac Keinzley shot was well saved after a goalmouth scramble. St. Johns struggled to get into the game as Bergholt dominated the play. Isaac Keinzley scored a deserved second just prior to half time finishing of an Alex Biondi through ball. Billy Hornsey scored his second finishing off a long ball by Elliot Jones and Isaac Keinzley was unlucky not to score his second after seeing his shot well saved. Isaac Keinzley playing against his old team-mates started the second half by seeing 3 goal bound efforts well saved by the Saints sub keeper. A last ditch tackle stopped Isaac again prior to the keeper saving after Connor Robertson shot from the edge of the box. Isaac Keinzley provided the assist for Billy Hornsey to score his second hat-trick of the season. Isaac was destined not to score a second after 3 more efforts were saved by the keeper. The whistle went after a double save from the Saint’s keeper preventing Isaac Keinzley extending Bergholts lead. Man of the Match: Isaac Keinzley Under 10's Saturday 8th October 2005 Holbrook Hornets A 3 East Bergholt A 2 East Bergholt travelled to Holbrook for a friendly against the Division 2 leaders. Bergholt attacked from the start with the Holbrook keeper saving Holbrook on several occasions. On 10 minutes Alex Hardwick tapped home from 2 metres from a Stephen Cole Corner. Stephen Cole failed to round the keeper after an excellent through ball by George Foster. On the stroke of half time Holbrook’s lively striker pulled Holbrook level. The goal gave Holbrook confidents and took the lead straight from the second half kick off. Jack Elomaa’s header hit the bar twice which was followed by an amazing goalmouth scramble that the hornets managed to clear. Bergholt tried to take control of the game and the Holbrook defence especially the keeper kept the Bergholt attack at bay. Stephen Cole managed to pulled Bergholt level, slotting past the keeper from an Alex Hardwick through ball. With minutes remaining a miss kick by last defender Louis Clarke allowed the Holbrook striker to run through and score the winner for Holbrook. Man of the match: Remi Daniel Holbrook Hornets B 0 East Bergholt B 11 The Bergholt B side produced a goal avalanche against a Holbrook side that attacked well but were left short at the back. Ben McGrath started the scoring when Alex Biondi switched play after a Lewis Knights cross. Ben McGrath returned the complement for Alex Biondi for Bergholt's second. The 2 players combined again for Alex Biondi to score his second and just prior to half time Alex Biondi unselfishly played Ben McGrath in for his second. Connor Robertson joined into the action in the second half with a 5 minute hat trick with the second and third solo runs from his own half and Alex Biondi gaining another assist for the first. Not to be out done Alex Biondi scored his hat trick following a short corner involving him Elliot Jones and Connor Robertson. The defence was no existent as Alex Biondi played in Ben McGrath for his Hat trick and first team keeper scored his first from the edge of the box. Alex Biondi managed to out chase Ben McGrath and Connor Robertson all eager to score their fourth for Bergholt last goal of the day. Man of the Match: Alex Biondi Under 14's Sunday 2nd October 2005 Needham Market 0 East Bergholt 1 East Bergholt secured their third straight league victory at Needham Market on Sunday morning. A single goal from Andrew Nugent secured the points and kept the 100 per cent record alive. It was a scrappy game where neither side created that many chances. Needham were restricted to shots from outside the area, none of which troubled Bergholt keeper Tom Stone.The home side received a scare late in the first half when a Lee Andrews corner was flicked on by Carl Green. The ball was creeping just inside the post but Needham keeper Liam Siggers tipped it round the post. On 46 minutes though, a mix-up in the Needham defence allowed Andrew Nugent to toe-poke the ball home. A lack of communication between Siggers and a defender resulted in Nugent sticking his foot out to touch the ball home. Bergholt were defending deeper and deeper and but for a Ben Ratcliffe goal line clearance, Needham would’ve equalised. Stone then pulled off a line save from an awkward Needham free-kick, the large stopper punching the ball over the bar. The visitors held on for the win despite more Needham pressure.

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