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22-08-11

Sawbridgeworth Town   v   Royston Town   1 - 3 (league)

Once again a first game of the season victory eludes us even though we probably just edged the overall possession over 90 minutes. After the first phase of registrations Sawbo had 20 players on the books but because of injury, illness, holidays and working requirements the squad was reduced to just 13 for this opening game. In the starting line up was the just sixteen year old Georgina Morley and 17 year old Rosie Cavalier who have joined the club for this season. being thrust into senior football on the opening day was certainly going to be a sink or swim event and both performed above expectations.

The day was warm and sticky which would eventually sap the strength of both teams as the game progressed but the early exchanges were all Sawbridgeworth. Taking the game to Royston saw openings begin to appear and on 10 minutes Laura Pepper slotted home under the advancing Royston Keeper after a through ball from Jackie Day who for this game occupied the central midfield slot alongside Jacqueline Stott. Cavalier was finding space throughout the half and on 33 minutes took the ball to the bye line and beating her marker then slotted the ball across the face of goal but the advancing Natalie Bayne was inches from getting contact with the ball and the open goal that was before her which could have put the game beyond the visitors.

The second half was barely 10 minutes old when Royston drew level through Emma Chaffey and for a few minutes Sawbo were unable to lift themselves, but they did and they came back at Royston pinning them into their own final third. After some 7 minutes of pressure Royston mounted a counter attack and as a result Jennie Probert put the visitors ahead. It was then time for Sawbo to again put pressure on the Royston back line when a corner landed in the six yard box which Royston could not clear. Two successive shots rebounded off Sawbo players as the ball was headed for the goal and eventually the ball was cleared up field and away from danger. Natalie Bayne was replaced by Katie Eyre on 65 minutes and Lauren Barnard replaced Laura Pepper who was suffering from cramp around the 75 minute mark. Royston's Probert was again on target on the 80 minutes mark as gaps began to appear in the Sawbo ranks due to the strength sapping weather and the effort that every player had given. The final result flattered Royston but it has given the Sawbo team a massive boost that young players are around to support the first team and not to let the team down.

Squad From: V.Silvester, F.Liiv, G.Morley, H.Fraser, J.Gregory, N.Bayne, J.Day, J.Stott, H.King, L.Pepper, R.Cavalier.

Subs used: K.Eyre, L.Barnard

18-08-10

On the injury front I have learnt today that long term absentees Ann Anstey, Rebecca Maybury and Wendy Rankin are looking to resume light training within the next two weeks. Although their playing start date has not been fixed yet we are optimistic that it will be before the end of September. Zoe Plant has now given birth to baby Ellie and is looking to get back to playing fitness as soon as possible (no date fixed) as the doctors have said she can now start light training (light walking).

18-08-10

The number of registered players hit the 20 mark when we completed the registrations of Ann Anstey and Vicky Silvester from last seasons register and new comer Georgina Morley who is joining several other new faces in the squad this year. More new signings along with some re-registrations will take place over the next few days to hopefully take the total squad number to 30 plus by the end of August early September. New players of any ability are welcome to join the growing band of players as we embark with a reserve team for this seasons Beds & Herts County League campaign.

16-08-10

The Beds & Herts County League have today been forced to re-align the divisions in the wake of three clubs withdrawing from the league. Instead of the original Division One and two division twos (geographically set) there will now be a First Division and a Second Division which has increased the number of teams from nine to 11. Sawbridgeworth Town Reserves are now in Division Two. As shown below:-

15-08-10

Pre-season has not gone as planned as several key injuries has prevented any squad building. Holidays as well as working have also restricted the overall build up to the new season but as a group we are confident that this season could be better than last season. With the introduction of a reserve team this season it will certainly put pressure on places within both squads. There are still several players still to put pen to paper but we are convinced this will happen sooner rather than later. We have managed just one friendly in this pre-season which was supposed to be a first team game against Woodbridge Town from the Premier Division. Although the result in itself a 6 - 0 defeat does not show us in a good light I was pleased with the performance of several new players with most playing against open age senior players for the first time and competing quite well. This final week before the ERWFL season gets under way we shall be getting everyone signed up and ready for what lies ahead. The reserves kick off their season with a small 11-a-side tournament at Sandy where they will be pitched against 4 other teams in a mini round robin on Sunday 5th September 2010. The following week they will start their season. (no fixtures have been produced as yet).

24-07-10

We have over the past few weeks signed several more players with Rachel Wilson & Freya Liiv, adding to the list of new players signed with several more who will sign once they are back from holiday. Current members have also signed with again several still to do so on their return from holiday. On paper now we look to have a squad of 30 plus which I hope will satisfy the two teams throughout this coming season.

Our first friendly has been shelved as Hackney ladies have contacted me and said that they are unable to play that day so our first friendly will be the inter club one on the 1st August 2010 at the club.

I am also very pleased to announce that Michelle Wood will be returning to the club as Reserve Team Manager. Michy managed our reserves some 5 years ago before family and work commitments prevented her from continuing. Now fully back in the swing we look forward to Michy once again getting the reserve team progressing up the table at their first attempt.

12-07-10

This evening the club successfully signed five new players to the squad Alex Brewer, Sian Williams, Natasha Coppin, Rosie Cavalier and Lauren Barnard as well as the resigning of Hayley King. With the emergence of a reserve team for next season these new players along with several more that could not make tonight's registration will give the club a younger feel and keep the current established players on their toes.

With two teams competing this season their respective league constitutions are:-

11-07-10

Although the member clubs of the ERWFL were explained the benefits of having equal divisions at the division one level several clubs including Huntingdon Town who had been earmarked for the change to the South proved difficult to convert. It has now been decided that the Division One South shall for this year have just 9 clubs and Division One North will have 11.

16-06-10

It appears that the ERWFL Committee are about to sanction that both the Division Ones have 10 teams each we will find out exactly what teams we are talking about come Monday at the AGM.

16-06-10

It looks as if we have today secured the chance to have a second team for next season, Even though forms have not been signed the new players that came along tonight have said that they would like to sign. We had three players from last seasons Bishop's Stortford Under 16's squad Alex, Tash and Siobhan who all slotted into the training with ease along with Mandy Elsley who is beginning again after having children who is looking to get fit first then play. These new players tonight along with Rosie Cavalier and Lauren Barnard who have trained with us a couple of times previous have added to the squad numbers so it looks very promising for next season. We have also been told that there could be several more from Bishop's Stortford after they have completed their exams.

14-06-10

Just to remind you that our Presentation Barbecue is this Sunday 20th June 2010. The venue is Sawbridgeworth Town Football Club and it will kick off at 2.30pm. All members friends and family are invited to come along and see who has gained the trophies for the 2009-2010 season. Who do you think deserves the awards?

13-06-10

The ERWFL have been informed that Histon Hornets have withdrawn from the Region due to a lack of Player Availability. They will now play in the Cambridgeshire STec County League next season.