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13 Apr - Matt Coles Passes Out with Navy Many congratulations from all at Boroughbridge AFC to Matt Coles who is celebrating having Passed Out with the Royal Navy. Matt was a regular at the Club and Captained the Reserve side for a period.
He joined the Navy on 27th January and during his ten-week basic military training hiked and camped on Dartmoor, did damage control exercises, military fitness, drill and much more. He was made Class Leader of Port Class and over the ten weeks there were ten competitions against Starboard Class and Matt led his team to an eight two victory. This meant that on his Passing Out Parade on Friday 3rd April he collected the Ganges trophy on behalf of his class. He is now awaiting the start of his Phase 2 training, which has been put on hold due to Covid-19. Congratulations to Matt on his achievements and the Club wish him every success with his new pathway. |
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| 9 Apr - Mike Aveson The 'Bridge Football Family wish to send their sincere condolences to the family of Mike Aveson who passed away recently following a heart operation. Mike was Manager of the Midland (HSBC) Bank in Boroughbridge but will mostly be remembered by those with an interest in sport as an integral driving force behind the "magnificent seven" and the concept of Boroughbridge Sports Association. He was the Treasurer and with the support of his family was heavily involved in fundraising, with the Pram Race and Half Marathon both proving to be great initiatives. Mike was also a keen supporter of the Football Club, enjoying their successes of the 80s and 90s. He moved with his wife several years ago to be near family in Northampton but still kept on eye on results at the club. Your support will always be appreciated. Rest in peace. |
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| 6 Apr - 19/20 Season Concluded In line with the latest directive from The FA, the 19/20 grassroots football season has now concluded. The West Yorkshire League have announced their decision that the 19/20 season be declared null and void with all cup competitions ended with immediate effect and results expunged from the record. League positions will reset to those as at the beginning of the 19/20 season. The FA, FA Women's Board members and the Women's Football Conference have also agreed that the 19/20 season for all leagues below the FA Women's Championship have been declared null and void meaning the West Riding County Women's League positions will also reset to those as at the beginning of the 19/20 season. |
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| 23 Mar - Congratulations Andrew & Margaret Many happy returns and congratulations to Club President Andrew Willey and wife Margaret, both of whom reach the octogenarian milestone this month. Margaret celebrated four score years on Saturday whilst Andrew reaches the occasion on Wednesday. Very best wishes to both, from all at Boroughbridge AFC. |
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| 18 Mar - Club Statement In line with the latest HM Government advice and in accordance with the recent FA directive suspending the grassroots game, all footballing activity by Boroughbridge AFC has been put on hold for the foreseeable future. The Club would like to thank all our players, sponsors, members and supporters for your support during this season so far and trust that our football family will get through this difficult time together. Take care and keep safe. |
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| 15 Mar - Results: 'Bridge Devt Hit Six [Updated 18 Mar - scorers added] 'Bridge Development returned to winning ways in the Harrogate & District League Division One yesterday afternoon with a fine victory on the road. Ben Mudd and Jamie Dunn's side were six nil winners at Harrogate Old Boys to remain fifth in the table. Boroughbridge AFC held mid-table Huddersfield Amateur level at the break, meanwhile, before eventually going down to defeat by the odd goal in three whilst 'Bridge Reserves were unable to keep up their fine run of form against the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One's top sides with a one nil reverse at a strong Field Reserves outfit. West Yorkshire Premier Division Huddersfield Amateur 2-1 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorer: Joe Dorkings West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 0-1 Field Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Harrogate Old Boys 0-6 Boroughbridge AFC Development BAFC Scorers: Liam Spence 3, Toby Hardaker 3 |
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 11 Mar - Match ReportsMatch reports are now online from a pair of league cup competition victories on Saturday afternoon. 'Bridge Reserves progressed to the Quarter-Finals of the West Yorkshire League Trophy with victory at Brighouse Sports Reserves whilst 'Bridge Development booked into the Final of the Harrogate & District League Intermediate Cup after a narrow win over a resolute Burley Trojans. 'Bridge Development 3-2 Burley Trojans |
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 2 Mar - Match ReportThe match report is now online from last Saturday afternoon's victory for 'Bridge Reserves at Robin Hood Athletic Reserves. Neil Greer's side came from behind to prevail by the odd goal in nine with Ben Clayton picking up the Man of the Match award and Clarke Doughney on the scoresheet in his senior football bow. |
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| 29 Feb - Results: Reserves Climb To Sixth 'Bridge Reserves continued their fine run of form against the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One's top teams this afternoon with a four two victory over Horbury Town Reserves at Aldborough Road. The visitors took the lead from a direct corner which was quickly cancelled out by a Mark Burniston chip, only for Town to regain the advantage with an excellent strike from their number nine. A Ben Johnstone free kick deceived everyone to restore parity and with the wind in their favour Neil Greer's side added a further two through Alex Ingram and Johnstone to climb to sixth in the table. Boroughbridge AFC's trip to Robin Hood Athletic and 'Bridge Development's game against Ripon City Reserves both fell to waterlogged pitches, meanwhile. West Yorkshire Premier Division Robin Hood Athletic P-P Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 4-2 Horbury Town Reserves BAFC Scorers: Ben Johnstone 2, Mark Burniston, Alex Ingram Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development P-P Ripon City Reserves |
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| 22 Feb - Results: Defiant 'Bridge Fall Short [Updated 24 Feb - scorers added] Boroughbridge AFC put in a spirited performance at Aldborough Road this afternoon, but ultimately couldn't quite hold the runaway West Yorkshire Premier Division leaders. Daz Ekin's men fell to a narrow one nil defeat to Beeston St. Anthony's, who had only dropped two points through 18 games, to remain thirteenth in the table. 'Bridge Reserves were involved in a nine-goal thriller at Robin Hood Athletic Reserves meanwhile, prevailing by the odd goal, whilst 'Bridge Development's trip to Wetherby Athletic Seconds was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 0-1 Beeston St. Anthony's West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Robin Hood Athletic Reserves 4-5 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves BAFC Scorers: Alex Ingram 2, Jordan Atkinson, Jake Fletcher, Clarke Doughney Harrogate & District League Division One Wetherby Athletic Seconds P-P Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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 19 Feb - Match ReportThe match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's Harrogate FA Hulme Cup Quarter-Final win over Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves. A brace from Toby Hardaker and further contributions from Man of the Match Tylor Jarvis and Mike Howarth booked 'Bridge into the last four of the competition on an afternoon of difficult playing conditions. |
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| 16 Feb - Results: Devt Beat Weather & Saints 'Bridge Development beat both the weather and their opponents yesterday afternoon to book into the Semi-Finals of the Harrogate FA Hulme Cup. Toby Hardaker, Tylor Jarvis and Mike Howarth were all on the scoresheet in a four two win for Ben Mudd and Jamie Dunn's side at Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves. Both Boroughbridge AFC's trip to Newsome and 'Bridge Reserves' game against Hall Green United Reserves were postponed due to waterlogged pitches. West Yorkshire Premier Division Newsome P-P Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves P-P Hall Green United Reserves Harrogate & District FA Hulme Cup Quarter-Final Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves 2-4 Boroughbridge AFC Development BAFC Scorers: Toby Hardaker 2, Tylor Jarvis and Mike Howarth |
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 11 Feb - Match ReportsMatch reports are now online from a brace of recent West Yorkshire League fixtures. Freddie Jackson picked up the Man of the Match award as Daz Ekin's men held Field to a one all draw in the Premier Division before exiting the League Cup at Robin Hood Athletic with Cal Rodgers the star man in a four two reverse. Robin Hood Athletic 4-2 Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 9 Feb - Results: Reserves Hold Leaders 'Bridge Reserves became only the second team to take points from West Yorkshire Alliance Division One leaders Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves yesterday afternoon at Aldborough Road. Jim Johnstone and Jake Fletcher were on target as Neil Greer's men earned a two all draw to stay ninth in the table. Boroughbridge AFC fought back from a two goal deficit at Robin Hood Athletic, meanwhile but eventually succumbed to their opponents to exit the West Yorkshire League Cup at the Third Round stage. 'Bridge Development were involved in an eight goal thriller at Dalton Athletic with a Tyler Jarvis brace and efforts from Aaron Weinhardt and Toby Hardaker earning a point in a four all draw as 'Bridge remain fourth in the Harrogate & District League Division One table. West Yorkshire League Cup Third Round Robin Hood Athletic 4-2 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 2-2 Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves BAFC Scorers: Jim Johnstone, Jake Fletcher Harrogate & District League Division One Dalton Athletic 4-4 Boroughbridge AFC Development BAFC Scorers: Tyler Jarvis 2, Aaron Weinhardt, Toby Hardaker |
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| 6 Feb - Match Report The match report is now online from the recent West Yorkshire Premier Division tie against Hall Green United. Phil Wix and Chris Simpson were on target in a victory by the odd goal in three at Aldborough Road with Joe Chisholm picking up the Man of the Match award. |
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5 Feb - Charity Game Remembers TA Boroughbridge AFC recently lost one of its family members following the sudden passing of Tony Allen, who died from a heart attack despite the best efforts of Yorkshire Air Ambulance and hospital staff. A recent charity match gave all at the Club an opportunity to remember Tony whilst raising £400 in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
Tony, better known as TA, was born in Stockton-on-Tees and spent his early working life in the Royal Air Force, moving to North Yorkshire in the early eighties where he was employed in the logistics department at Linton-on Ouse as a civilian. Have bike will travel was how he introduced himself to the Club and his first night at training was enough to tell us that what he lacked in pace was compensated by an abundance of technical skill and flair. The early eighties and the two decades following was one of the most successful periods in the Club's history and TA was an integral part of that era enjoying a myriad of success in the Harrogate, Claro and York Leagues and York and Harrogate District FAs. TA hung up his playing boots in 2001 to take on the role of Assistant Manager alongside Daz Ekin and in their inaugural year in the West Yorkshire League guided the team to the Division One title and Divisional Cup. His enthusiasm for the sport and the development of younger players brought him back into the game and he spent a few seasons playing with 'Bridge 'A' and following his son, Carl. Even when his interest in the playing side waned he would still be seen on the touchline expressing his views and never afraid to tell it as he saw. The charity fixture was a spontaneous gesture to TA and once muted it went ahead within seven days with players from past and present, young and old participating. A tribute to a great guy who will be missed by us all with the monies raised donated to Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Image with thanks to Yorkshire Air Ambulance |
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| 2 Feb - Results: 'Bridge Earn Field Split Boroughbridge AFC earned a valuable point in the West Yorkshire Premier Division relegation fight with a well-earned point at high-flying Field. A delicate Liam Spence chip from an acute angle on 36 minutes set Daz Ekin's men on their way and the hosts saw out much of the second half with ten men to claim the share. 'Bridge Reserves remain ninth in the Alliance Division One table after an excellent four one win at Otley Town Reserves, whilst 'Bridge Development were on the wrong end of a four two scoreline against Harrogate Old Boys at Aldborough Road. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 1-1 Field BAFC Scorer: Liam Spence BAFC Man of the Match: Freddie Jackson West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Otley Town Reserves 1-4 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 2-4 Harrogate Old Boys |
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| 30 Jan - Match Report The match report is now online from the recent Whitworth Cup Semi-Final against Ripon City. Luke Fletcher picked up the Man of the Match award and Jonty Maullin scored from the penalty spot to send the derby tie into a penalty shootout in which Daz Ekin's men prevailed to book into the showpiece. |
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| 26 Jan - Results: 'Bridge In The Points Boroughbridge AFC took a valuable three points in their bid to avoid the relegation fight yesterday afternoon with victory by the odd goal in three against Hall Green United. The hosts broke the deadlock early in the second half before Chris Simpson consolidated the lead. The visitors grabbed a late goal but 'Bridge held on for their first league points since November. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, earned a point with a three all draw at Oxenhope Recreation Reserves whilst 'Bridge Development exited the Sunley Cup with a narrow defeat at Ripon City Reserves. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 2-1 Hall Green United West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Oxenhope Recreation Reserves 3-3 Boroughbridge Reserves Harrogate & District Sunley League Challenge Cup Ripon City Reserves 2-1 Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 15 Jan - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's trip to Ilkley Town in the West Yorkshire Premier Division. Chis Cullen headed a late consolation goal as Cal Rodgers picked up the Man of the Match award in a four one reverse for Daz Ekin's men. |
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| 11 Jan - Results: January Blues Each of the Club's three sides in action conceded four goals this afternoon in a difficult day at the office. Boroughbridge AFC were beaten four one at second-placed Ilkley Town in the West Yorkshire Premier Division whilst it was a carbon copy in the Alliance Division One as 'Bridge Reserves went down by the same scoreline at similarly placed Salts FC Reserves. 'Bridge Development enjoyed the best result of the afternoon, meanwhile, but ultimately fell by the odd goal in seven against Kirkby Malzeard. West Yorkshire Premier Division Ilkley Town 4-1 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Salts FC Reserves 4-1 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves BAFC Scorer: Jake Fletcher Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 3-4 Kirkby Malzeard BAFC Scorers: Toby Hardaker, Liam Spence, Callum Gray |
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| 15 Dec - Result: Milsom Wins It Late A last minute winner from Phil Milsom booked Boroughbridge AFC into the last sixteen of the West Yorkshire League Cup yesterday afternoon at Aldborough Road. Matty Coles and Lewis Pye had given the hosts a goal advantage at the interval but after Newsome equalised in the second period the game looked to be heading for extra time until Milsom's late intervention handed his side a trip to either Wetherby Athletic or Robin Hood Athletic in the Third Round. 'Bridge Reserves and Development both saw their fixtures postponed. West Yorkshire League Cup Second Round Boroughbridge AFC 3-2 Newsome BAFC Scorers: Matty Coles, Lewis Pye, Phil Milsom West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Salts FC Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development P-P Harrogate Old Boys |
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| 10 Dec - Match Report The match report is now online from Boroughbridge AFC's most recent West Yorkshire Premier Division tie at Field. Joe Chisholm picked up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge were unlucky not to get anything out of the game in a one nil defeat. |
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| 7 Dec - Results: 'Bridge Progress In Cup Boroughbridge AFC booked into the Fourth Round of the West Riding County Challenge Cup with a two nil victory at Kirk Deighton Rangers this afternoon. Phil Milsom and Chris Simpson were on the scoresheet as Daz Ekin's men earned themselves a trip to Whitkirk Wanderers. 'Bridge Reserves snatched a point at Aldborough Road meanwhile, with a last minute equaliser sharing the points against Headingley AFC Reserves. Jordan Atkinson and Jim Johnstone were the scorers for Neil Greer's side who remain sixth in the Alliance Division One table. 'Bridge Development took an early lead but were pegged back and eventually fell three one to Thirsk Falcons Development. West Riding County Challenge Cup Third Round Kirk Deighton Rangers 0-2 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom, Chris Simpson BAFC Player of the Match: J Chisholm West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 2-2 Headingley AFC Reserves BAFC Scorers: Jordan Atkinson, Jim Johnstone Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 1-3 Thirsk Falcons Development |
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5 Dec - Christmas Quiz This Saturday Don't forget that this Saturday's is the annual Daz's Christmas Quiz at our Aldborough Road clubhouse. Things will be getting underway at the slightly earlier time of 7pm and as well as the quiz there'll be a raffle and plenty of festive fun, all hosted by 'Bridge gaffer Daz Ekin and his assistant Tom Ekin. All are welcome to come along and join in with one of the highlight's of the Club's social calendar. |
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| 5 Dec - Team Sheets Team sheets are listed below for Saturday's trio of fixtures as 'Bridge Reserves and Development host Headingley Reserves and Thirsk Falcons Development respectively whilst Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Kirk Deighton Rangers Kirk Deighton Rangers vs. Boroughbridge AFC [ko 2pm; meet 12.30pm] From: L Corbett; D Clayton; J Chisholm; M Burniston; C Rodgers; L Fletcher; J Fletcher; J Dorkings; C Simpson; J Maulin; P Milsom; J Rimmer; C Cullen; S Walker; L Pye 'Bridge Reserves vs. Headingley Reserves [ko 2pm; meet 1pm] From: J Webster; J Herron; A Coombes; J Johnstone; B Johnstone; S Coles; C White; C Kitching; J Atkinson; C Gray; A Ingham; S Corbett; C Chapman 'Bridge Development vs. Thirsk Falcons Devt [ko 1.30pm; meet 12.30pm] From: B Oglesby; A Weinhardt; S Everard; M Howarth; C Somerville; C Freeman; T Jarvis; B Stephenson; T Hardaker; P Briscombe; R Windle; J Aikman; L Spence; P Scaife; J Stewart; J Thomas |
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| 1 Dec - Result: Narrow Defeat For 'Bridge Boroughbridge AFC fell to a narrow defeat yesterday afternoon on the road at Field. Daz Ekin's men trailed one nil at the interval and could not find the second half equaliser to claim a share of the points. The day's other two games were postponed due to frozen pitches. West Yorkshire Premier Division Field 1-0 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves P-P Field Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Harlow Hill P-P Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 30 Nov - Christmas Quiz Next WeekendThe festive season gets into full swing at Aldborough Road next weekend with the annual Daz's Christmas Quiz taking place on Saturday evening. Ever popular, this year's quiz will again be supporting the Kid's Christmas Party and will get underway at 7pm for a 7.30pm start to the questions. Join us for what is guaranteed to be a fun evening of festive quizzing with eight rounds of questions and a raffle. If you would be interested in sponsoring this year's Quiz please speak to Daz Ekin. |
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| 28 Nov - Team Sheets Team sheets are listed below for Saturday's trio of fixtures as Field Reserves are the visitors to Aldborough Road in West Yorkshire Alliance Division One action whilst Boroughbridge AFC make the opposite trip to Field and 'Bridge Development travel to Harlow Hill. Field vs. Boroughbridge AFC [meet 12noon] From: L Corbett; F Jackson; J Chisholm; M Burniston; C Rogers; L Fletcher; J Fletcher; P Wix; B Johnstone; J Maulin; P Milsom; C Simpson; J Dorkings; M Coles 'Bridge Reserves vs. Field Reserves [meet 1pm] From: J Webster; C White; C Cullen; J Herron; C Kitching; A Ingham; S Coles; J Atkinson; J Johnstone; S Warburton; S Walker; C Gray; J Aikman; C Chapman Harlow Hill vs. 'Bridge Development [meet 12.30pm] From: B Oglesby; S Everard; C Somerville; M Howarth; C Freeman; T Hardaker; T Jarvis; P Briscombe; B Stephenson; P Scaife; A Weinhardt; R Widdle; D Clayton; L Spence; J Aikman |
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| 27 Nov - Jeff Smith Boroughbridge AFC would like to send their condolences to the family of Jeff Smith who passed away last week. Jeff was the man between the sticks for 'Bridge in the seventies when his flat cap and fags were essential parts of his repertoire. He will be missed. |
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| 24 Nov - Result: Winning Pair At Home The Club enjoyed two wins from two at Aldborough Road yesterday with a combined eight goals scored for three conceded. Chris Simpson and Jonny Maulin both bagged braces with Phil Milsom also on the scoresheet as Boroughbridge AFC ran out to a five two victory over Whitkirk Wanderers. Daz Ekin's men move up to eleventh in the table with the fourth league win of their Premier Division campaign. 'Bridge Development, meanwhile, were three one winners over Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves. Toby Hardaker, Paul Scaife and Steve Coles scored the goals as Ben Mudd and Jamie Dunn's side surge up to second in the Harrogate & District League Division One table. 'Bridge Reserves' trip to Hunslet Club Reserves was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 5-2 Whitkirk Wanderers BAFC Scorers: Chris Simpson 2, Jonny Maulin 2, Phil Milsom West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Hunslet Club Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 3-1 Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves BAFC Scorers: Toby Hardaker, Paul Scaife, Steve Coles |
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| 17 Nov - Result: 'Bridge Exit Hulme Cup 'Bridge Reserves exited the Harrogate FA Hulme Cup yesterday afternoon with defeat by the odd goal in three to Ripon City Reserves at Aldborough Road. 'Bridge Development's trip to Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves was postponed. Harrogate FA Hulme Cup Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 1-2 Ripon City Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 13 Nov - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire Alliance Division One tie against Oxenhope Recreation at Aldborough Road. Mark Burniston picked up the Man of the Match award as Neil Greer's side ran out to a three one win with goals from Jordan Atkinson, Jim Johnstone and Steve Warburton. |
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| 10 Nov - Results: Devt Into Cup Semi-Finals 'Bridge Development booked into the Semi-Finals of the Intermediate Cup yesterday afternoon with a convincing win over Kirkby Malzeard. The hosts raced into an early two goal lead and, despite the game evening out, never let their lead slip below two with a Liam Spence hat-trick added to by goals from Dan Clayton and Toby Hardaker. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, climbed to sixth in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One table with a three one win over Oxenhope Recreation Reserves. Neil Greer's side went behind early but responded through a Jordan Atkinson penalty and took the lead thanks to Jim Johnstone shortly before the interval. Substitute 'keeper Chris Chapman kept the lead intact through the second half and a late Steve Warburton goal wrapped up the points. Boroughbridge AFC's trip to Hall Green United was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. West Yorkshire Premier Division Hall Green United P-P Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 3-1 Oxenhope Recreation Reserves BAFC Scorers: Jordan Atkinson, Jim Johnstone, Steve Warburton Harrogate & District League Quarter-Final Boroughbridge AFC Development 5-2 Kirkby Malzeard BAFC Scorers: Liam Spence 3, Dan Clayton, Toby Hardaker |
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6 Nov - Unsung Hero Ekin Honoured Boroughbridge AFC Manager and Vice-Chairman Daz Ekin was last week honoured with the highly acclaimed Boroughbridge & Ripon Unsung Hero Award at the Harrogate & District Council Volunteers Awards.
Ekin has been a stalwart of the Club for approaching five decades and in his time has lifted countless pieces of silverware as both player and manager as well as working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every member of the football family at the Club has the opportunity to play the game. Arriving at the Club in 1975 as a raw 17 year-old he quickly made his way through the ranks, scoring a hat-trick on his first team debut. Daz’s contribution did not end there as he went on to Captain the team and was not only heavily involved on a Saturday but as Player-Manager in the Claro Sunday League. Success at the Club had been intermittent over previous decades but in the early eighties and the two decades that followed Daz was at the heart of one of the most successful periods in the Club’s history as either player or Manager. Teams enjoyed a myriad of success in the Harrogate, Claro and York Leagues and the Harrogate and York District FA’s and suddenly this little known Club from out in the sticks began to etch out a name for itself. Twice, in the early nineties they reached the County Challenge Cup Final, only to be beaten on both occasions, but their perseverance, now with Daz at the helm, paid off in the 1994/95 season with a two one victory. This was repeated the following season with, arguably, the pinnacle of his achievements being victory in the North Counties Senior Cup Competition. There is more to Daz, however, than his football achievements and since he joined the committee in the early eighties he has been at the forefront of making the Club one of the most respected in the area. He has been involved in some excellent sponsorship packages, organising fundraising nights (his Christmas Quiz to raise funds for the Kid’s Christmas Party and Race Nights to name but two), he helps out with the ground when necessary and any building projects you will find Daz on the frontline. His commitment is second to none and he has been one of the lead personnel of maintaining standards in the Club both on and off the field. To put in the unpaid hours takes a special person: Daz fits that bill and thoroughly deserves the “Unsung Hero Award”. Congratulations Daz, and thank you, from all in the ‘Bridge football family both past and present. |
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| 5 Nov - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's County Challenge Cup victory at Hebden Royd Red Star. Chris Simpson, Phil Milsom and Jake Fletcher were all on the scoresheet with Cal Rodgers picking up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge turned around a three nil deficit to progress to the next round. |
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| 3 Nov - Results: 'Bridge Progress In Cup Boroughbridge AFC progressed into the next round of the West Riding County Challenge Cup yesterday afternoon with a six three win in difficult conditions at Hebden Royd Red Star. A hat-trick of braces saw Daz Ekin's men to victory with Chris Simpson, Phil Milsom and Jake Fletcher each on the scoresheet twice. Less good news for 'Bridge Reserves, however, who exited the County Challenge Trophy with a six one reverse at Woodkirk Valley. 'Bridge Development, meanwhile, made a slow start to their game against Wetherby Athletic Reserves but stormed to a nine three victory with an eight goal second half to move up to second in the Harrogate & District League Division One table. Liam Spence scored four, Toby Hardaker notched a brace and Chris Cullen, Paul Scaife, and Alex Ingham on debut each added one a piece. West Riding County Challenge Cup Hebden Royd Red Star 3-6 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorers: Chris Simpson 2, Phil Milsom 2, Jake Fletcher 2 West Riding County Challenge Trophy Woodkirk Valley 6-1 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 9-3 Wetherby Athletic Reserves BAFC Scorers: Liam Spence 4, Toby Hardaker 2, Chris Cullen, Paul Scaife, Alex Ingham |
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| 30 Oct - The Team of '69/70 Thank you to Neil Broadhead for emailing in this team photo of the Boroughbridge AFC Under-15s side from the 1969/70 season. Playing in the Harrogate & District League, this team lifted both the league and cup in that season - how many of the players pictured can you name?
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| 26 Oct - Tony Allen The 'Bridge football family are mourning the loss of Tony Allen who died suddenly at the age of 58 last Sunday. Tony, better known to all as TA, was an integral member of the successful Boroughbridge sides of the 80s and technically one of the best. Our thoughts are with Maggie and son Carl and extended members of his family. A great guy, never afraid to express an opinion, who will be missed by all. |
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| 26 Oct - All Three Games Postponed All three of today's scheduled games were postponed due to waterlogged pitches. West Yorkshire League Cup Second Round Boroughbridge AFC P-P Newsome FC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Salts Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Harlow Hill Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 20 Oct - Result: Progress In Whitworth Cup Boroughbridge AFC progressed in the Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup yesterday afternoon, but only after an improved second half performance boosted Daz Ekin's men to a four one win. Visiting Harrogate Railway Athletic Reserves had taken a deserved lead in the first half and it took an own goal to help the hosts in level at the interval. 'Bridge were much improved in the second half, however, and after another own goal gave them the lead fifteen minutes from time a late Phil Milsom brace consolidated the scoreline. Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup First Round Boroughbridge AFC 4-1 Harrogate Railway Athletic Reserves BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom 2, own goal 2 |
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| 16 Oct - Match Reports Match reports are now online from Saturday afternoon's 'Bridge Reserves and 'Bridge Development fixtures. An excellent display between the sticks earned James Webster the Man of the Match award as Neil Greer's side narrowly lost out at Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves, whilst Phil Briscombe was star man in a seven three Intermediate Cup win for the Club's third string at Aldborough Road. 'Bridge Devt 7-3 Dalton Athletic |
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15 Oct - El Clasico: Sadie Rose Cup Tomorrow This season's Sadie Rose Charity Cup fixture between Boroughbridge AFC and Knaresborough Town will take place tomorrow evening. The derby rivals will once again meet in this annual friendly fixture in memory of Sadie Rose Clifford, raising money for neuroblastoma charities. Kick-off is 7.30 p.m. at Town's Manse Lane ground with entry £5 for adults and kids free, a pie and pea supper served and a raffle.
Boroughbridge AFC vs. Robin Hood Athletic [meet 1.15pm prompt] From: J Hassall; L Corbett; F Jackson; D Clayton; D Millea; C Rogers; J Herron; L Fletcher; P Wix; B Johnstone; J Maulin; S Walker; P Milsom; C Simpson; L Pye; J Pennington; M Snowden; A Atkinson |
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| 12 Oct - Results: 'Bridge Battle To Draw [Updated 13 Oct - scorers added] Boroughbridge AFC added a tenth point to their West Yorkshire Premier Division tally with a draw at Aldborough Road this afternoon. Daz Ekin's men earned a share of the points in a three all scoreline against Robin Hood Athletic to remain eleventh in the table. 'Bridge Reserves dropped to fifth in the Alliance Division One as they fell two one at top of the table Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves meanwhile, whilst 'Bridge Development progressed into the Quarter-Finals of the Intermediate Cup with a seven three win over Dalton Athletic. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 3-3 Robin Hood Athletic BAFC Scorers: Lewis Pye 2, John Pennington West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves 2-1 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Intermediate Cup First Round Boroughbridge AFC Development 7-3 Dalton Athletic BAFC Scorers: Callum Gray 3, Connor Kitching, Ben Stephenson, Paul Scaife, Phil Briscombe |
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| 11 Oct - Team Sheets Team sheets are listed below for tomorrow's trio of fixtures as Boroughbridge AFC and 'Bridge Development welcome Robin Hood Athletic and Dalton Athletic respectively whilst 'Bridge Reserves travel to Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves. Boroughbridge AFC vs. Robin Hood Athletic [meet 1.15pm prompt] From: J Hassall; J Chisholm; B Johnstone; D Millea; F Jackson; A Atkinson; C Rogers; L Pye; S Walker; J Pennington; M Snowden; P Wix; J Maullin; L Fletcher Beeston St. Anthony's Reserves vs. 'Bridge Reserves [meet 12.30pm] From: J Webster; C Peacock; S Coles; J Blades; M Coles; J Johnstone; B Stephenson; A Coombes; J Atkinson; M Burniston; J Fletcher; C White; J Herron; C Chapman 'Bridge Development vs. Dalton Athletic [meet 1.30pm] From: B Oglesby; S Everard; C Cullen; G Bradley; C Freeman; P Briscombe; C Kitching; C Gray; P Scaife; S Corbett; J Healey; B Mudd; R Windle |
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| 11 Oct - Match Reports Match reports are now online from Saturday's trio of fixtures. Michael Snowden picked up the Man of the Match award as Boroughbridge AFC fell to a four two defeat to Headingley AFC, but there was better luck at Aldborough Road for 'Bridge Development who were four nil winners with Tylor Jarvis the star man. 'Bridge Reserves prevailed on penalties at Garforth WMC as Jamie Hassall picked up Man of the Match. Garforth WMC 0-0 'Bridge Reserves 'Bridge Devt 4-0 Harlow Hill Reserves |
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| 5 Oct - Results: Four's The Number [Updated 10 Oct - Reserve result corrected] 'Bridge Development made it four wins from six to start their season this afternoon with a four nil victory over Harlow Hill Reserves at Aldborough Road. A brace from Taylor Jarvis was completed by goals from Liam Spence and Reece Windle to move 'Bridge up to third in the Harrogate & District League Division One table. Four was also the number for Boroughbridge AFC but Daz Ekin's men were instead on the wrong end of the figure as Headingley AFC ran out to a four two win. A free kick and header from Jonty Maulin gave 'Bridge hope but having gone four nil down on the hour mark the hosts had too much to do to salvage a point. 'Bridge Reserves progressed in the West Riding County Challenge Trophy on penalties after a nil nil draw at Garforth WMC. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 2-4 Headingley AFC BAFC Scorer: Jonty Maulin 2 West Riding County Challenge Trophy Garforth WMC 0-0 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 'Bridge win 4-1 in penalty shootout Harrogate & District League Division One Boroughbridge AFC Development 4-0 Harlow Hill Reserves BAFC Scorers: Taylor Jarvis 2, Liam Spence, Reece Windle |
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5 Oct - Race Night A Success Aldborough Road hosted a night at the races last Saturday evening with the event proving a success once again this year. Thanks to the huge input of Vice Chairman and Club Manager Daz Ekin, together with the sterling efforts of Rob Young and Kayley Mudd, behind the bar the evening was a bright one despite the inclement weather with all horses sold and races sponsored, contributing to Club funds. A big thank you to all those who supported the evening including the eight race sponsors below.
Race Sponsors Andrew Willey & Dave Kitching Craig Peacock Catterick Service Station Pure Physio Harrogate Rob Young & Alastair Hogg Andy Young Clive Ekin Building Services Pure Fitness Rooms Harrogate |
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| 1 Oct - Leon Sean Donohoe Congratulations from all at Boroughbridge AFC to Richard and Christine Donohoe on the birth of their second child last week. Leon Sean Donohoe was born on 25th September at 22.20 and weighing in at 9lb 2oz. Welcome to the 'Bridge family, Leon! |
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| 30 Sep - Trio Postponed Saturday afternoon's trio of fixtures were all postponed with two falling to the weather and the third with the scheduled opponents unable to raise a side. West Yorkshire Premier Division Field P-P Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves P-P Pool AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Dalton Athletic P-P Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 22 Sep - A Night at the RacesA reminder that next Saturday evening Aldborough Road will host a night at the races, with the Club organising the event to support ongoing improvement works around the complex. Proceedings will get underway around 7.30pm for an 8pm first race with entry £5 and a pie and pea supper served. Limited race horses and tri-cast slots are still on sale at £5 and £1 each respectively - join us for an evening which is always filled with entertainment! |
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| 21 Sep - Results: 'Bridge Lose In Derby Boroughbridge AFC lost out in the first 'El Clasico' derby day of the season this afternoon at Manse Lane. Daz Ekin's men were on the wrong end of a three nil scoreline to record their fourth defeat in seven so far this season, but remain ninth in the West Yorkshire Premier Division table. Better news at Aldborough Road, meanwhile, with both 'Bridge Reserves and Development victorious. Neil Greer's men were four one winners over Huddersfield Amateur Reserves to improve to third in the Alliance Division One table whilst Ben Mudd and Jamie Dunn's charges notched a four nil win against Thirsk Falcons to make progress in the Sunley Cup. West Yorkshire Premier Division Knaresborough Town 3-0 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 4-1 Huddersfield Amateur Reserves BAFC Scorers: Jordan Atkinson 3, Andy Layton Harrogate & District League Sunley Cup Boroughbridge AFC Development 4-0 Thirsk Falcons |
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| 15 Sep - Neil Corbett All at the Club are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Neil 'Biff' Corbett on Friday. His sons, Liam and Sean, are integral parts of the 'Bridge family and Biff's dry sense of humour will be greatly missed in the Aldborough Road clubhouse. Our condolences to his family and friends at this time. |
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| 14 Sep - Results: Devt Climb To Fourth 'Bridge Development climbed to fourth in the Harrogate & District League Division One table with a third win in five and three two result at Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves this afternoon. A Gabriel Bradley goal and a brace from Phil Briscombe together with a Man of the Match performance from defender Jamie Stewart was enough to seal the points. Less joy for the Club's two West Yorkshire League sides, however, as both fell to defeat. Boroughbridge AFC twice battled back from arrears but in the end were left to rue errors which cost them a share of the points against Newsome at Aldborough Road. A Chris Simpson penalty and high class strike from Phil Milsom kept Daz Ekin's men in the game until they fell to a third defeat in six on their return to the Premier Division. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, made a positive start at Horbury Town Reserves and went in at the interval with a two one lead thanks to Mark Burniston and Jim Johnstone. Neil Greer's side would concede four goals and ultimately the points in the second half, however. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 2-4 Newsome BAFC Scorers: Chris Simpson (pen), Phil Milsom West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Horbury Town Reserves 5-2 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves BAFC Scorers: Mark Burniston, Jim Johnstone Harrogate & District League Division One Beckwithshaw Saints Reserves 2-3 Boroughbridge AFC Development BAFC Scorers: Phil Briscombe 2, Gabriel Bradley |
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| 14 Sep - A Night at the RacesAldborough Road will host a night at the races on Saturday 28th September with the Club organising the event to support ongoing improvement works around the complex. Proceedings will get underway around 7.30pm for an 8pm first race with entry £5 and a pie and pea supper served. A pair of race sponsorships are still available at £30 each with race horses and tri-cast slots still on sale at £5 and £1 each respectively. Mark the evening in your calendar and join us for an evening which is always filled with entertainment! |
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| 13 Sep - Team Sheets Team sheets are listed below for tomorrow's trio of fixtures as Boroughbridge AFC welcome Newsome whilst 'Bridge Reserves and Development make the trip to Horbury Town Reserves and Beckwithshaw respectively. Boroughbridge AFC vs. Newsome [meet 1.30pm] From: L Corbett; F Jackson; J Chisholm; P Wix; D Millea; J Maullin; L Pye; P Milsom; D Clayton; N Cressey; C Simpson; S Walker; M Snowden; L Glennon; J Fletcher Horbury Town Reserves vs. 'Bridge Reserves [meet 12.30pm] From: B Oglesby; S Coles; A Layton; J Blades; A Coombes; M Coles; S Corbett; S Warburton; J Atkinson; M Burniston; J Johnstone; C Allen; C Peacock; C Chapman Beckwithshaw vs. 'Bridge Development [meet 12.30pm] From: J Hassall; C Kitchen; C Cullen; J Stewart; M Howarth; C Freeman; O Cacaigli; G Bradley; J Dorkings; L Spence; P Briscombe; J Healey; C Gray; C White; S Everard; J Knowlson |
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| 13 Sep - Match Reports Match reports are now online from a trio of recent West Yorkshire Premier Division game as well as 'Bridge Reserves' win over Leeds Modernians Reserves. Callum Rogers picked up the Man of the Match award as Daz Ekin's men beat Huddersfield Amateur and lost to Horbury Town whilst Jonty Maullin was the star player in a three one win at Whitkirk Wanderers. Boroughbridge AFC 2-1 Huddersfield Amateur Horbury Town 1-0 Boroughbridge AFC 'Bridge Reserves 4-1 Leeds Modernians Reserves |
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| 9 Sep - Tony Copeland Boroughbridge AFC wish to send their condolences to the family and friends of Tony Copeland who died last week after a short illness. Tony was a partner in DC Developments and a valued member of the 'Bridge football family as a sponsor of the Club during the nineties. |
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| 7 Sep - Results: Reserves Up To Fifth 'Bridge Reserves climbed to fifth in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One table after a third win in five with an excellent four one victory at Aldborough Road this afternoon. Jim Johnstone hit a hat-trick with Alex Coombes also on the scoresheet and 'keeper Chris Chapman making a trio of fine saves at important moments against Leeds Modernians Reserves as Neil Greer's side bounced straight back from last week's defeat. There was also victory for 'Bridge Development who gained a three nil result at Burley Trojans thanks to a brace from Reeece Windle and third from Phil Briscombe. Boroughbridge AFC couldn't return from their trip to Horbury Town with the points, however, as Daz Ekin's men fell to the narrowest of defeats by a goal to nil. West Yorkshire Premier Division Horbury Town 1-0 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 4-1 Leeds Modernians Reserves BAFC Scorers: Jim Johnstone 3, Alex Coombes Harrogate & District League Division One Burley Trojans 0-3 Boroughbridge AFC Development BAFC Scorers: Reece Windle 2, Phil Briscombe |
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| 6 Sep - Team Sheets Team sheets are listed below for tomorrow's trio of fixtures as 'Bridge Reserves welcome Leeds Modernians Reserves to Aldborough Road whilst Boroughbridge AFC and 'Bridge Development are on the road at Horbury Town and Burley Trojans respectively. Horbury Town vs. Boroughbridge AFC [meet 12.15pm] From: L Corbett; F Jackson; J Chisholm; P Wix; J Herron; D Millea; C Rodgers; J Maullin; L Pye; P Milsom; D Clayton; N Cressey; C Simpson; S Walker 'Bridge Reserves vs. Leeds Modernians Reserves [meet 1.30pm] From: P O'Neill; S Coles; M Burniston; A Layton; A Coombes; M Coles; J Blades; J Johnstone; S Warburton; P Scaife; C Allen; C Peacock; C Chapman; S Corbett Burley Trojans vs. 'Bridge Development [meet 12.30pm] From: L Hassall; C Kitchen; C Cullen; C Somerville; M Howarth; O Cacaigli; G Bradley; J Atkinson; J Dorkings; P Briscombe; R Windle; L Spence; J Healey; C Gray; White |
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| 31 Aug - Results: Third Win For 'Bridge Boroughbridge AFC took their league tally to nine points with victory by the odd goal in three at Aldborough Road this afternoon. Daz Ekin's men went behind to a Glynn Haley header in the tenth minute before equalising on 31 minutes from a Mike Snowden header to a Dan Clayton corner. Visiting Huddersfield Amateurs were a constant threat but the home side had the better of the second half with a stunning drive by Steve Walker from a Lewis Pye pass proving decisive. 'Bridge Reserves made current leaders Hall Green United Reserves work hard for the points before eventually going down four two whilst 'Bridge Development found themselves six nil down at the break to an experienced home side but managed to restrict them to only two after the interval. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 2-1 Huddersfield Amateur BAFC Scorers: Mike Snowden, Steve Walker West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Hall Green United Reserves 4-2 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves Harrogate & District League Division One Hampsthwaite United 8-0 Boroughbridge AFC Development |
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| 29 Aug - Result: 'Bridge Notch Three Points Boroughbridge AFC notched a second win of the season last night at Whitkirk Wanderers. After a bright opening from both sides where both had chances, 'Bridge took the lead on 19 minutes with a Jonty Maulin header from a corner. A brace from Phil Milsom mid-way through the second half put the visitors in the driving seat and only a late strike from the hosts in the latter stages gave 'Bridge a few anxious moments. West Yorkshire Premier Division Whitkirk Wanderers 1-3 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom 2, Jonty Maulin |
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26 Aug - Many Happy Returns Gaffer A very many happy returns from all at Boroughbridge AFC to Club Manager and Vice-Chair, Daz Ekin, who celebrates three score years today. Having made his debut as a player against local rivals Ripon City, Daz's talent was quickly recognised and two months later he was a regular member of the first team, remaining a loyal member of the Club to this day. His record is phenomenal as a player and a Manager with success in the Harrogate, Claro Sunday, York Leper Hare and the West Yorkshire Leagues and arguably the pinnacle of his success was winning the West Riding County Challenge Cup two years running, together with the Northern Counties Senior Cup competition. Daz was a goal scorer and a playmaker with a myriad of trophies to back this up. Sixty years today and happy birthday from all at the Club! |
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| 24 Aug - Match Reports Match reports are now online from a trio of fixtures from the last seven days, including 'Bridge's Wednesday evening victory at Aldborough Road. Chris Simpson picked up the Man of the Match award in that win, whilst Jack Herron was star man in a two one defeat at Hunslet Club last Saturday afternoon. 'Bridge Reserves fell to a three one win against Robin Hood Athletic Reserves. Boroughbridge AFC 4-0 Sherburn White Rose 'Bridge Reserves 1-3 Robin Hood Athletic Reserves |
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| 21 Aug - Result: Simpson Hat-Trick Sets-Up Win Chris Simpson hit a hat-trick this evening as Boroughbridge AFC bounced back from Saturday's defeat to notch a four nil win at Aldborough Road. A brace from the striker had sent Daz Ekin's men in two to the good at the interval but a purple patch for visiting Sherburn White Rose immediately after the restart could have seen them draw level. As it was, 'Bridge came back into the contest and Simpson sealed the points with his hat-trick goal before substitute Phil Wix added a late fourth. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 4-0 Sherburn White Rose BAFC Scorers: Chris Simpson 3, Phil Wix |
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| 17 Aug - Results: 'Bridge Fall Late Boroughbridge AFC fell to an opening loss of the league campaign this afternoon at Hunslet Club, conceding in the final ten minutes to drop to defeat by the odd goal in three. Chris Simpson had earlier equalised to cancel out the hosts' opener with all three goals coming in the second half. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, fell to a three one loss at Aldborough Road. Matty Coles had handed Neil Greer's side an interval lead but visiting Robin Hood Athletic Reserves hit three in the second half to take the points. West Yorkshire Premier Division Hunslet Club 2-1 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorer: Chris Simpson West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 1-3 Robin Hood Athletic Reserves BAFC Scorer: Matty Coles |
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| 17 Aug - Match Reports Match reports are now online from the Club's opening two fixtures of West Yorkshire League season. Phil Milsom picked up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge made an excellent winning return to life in the West Yorkshire Premier Division, only to see the result chalked off just days later after Leeds City withdrew from the league mid-week. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, also got their campaign off to a winning start against Otley Town Reserves on Monday evening. 'Bridge Reserves 2-1 Otley Town Reserves |
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| 14 Aug - Derby Tie Postponed The first El Clasico tie of the season between Boroughbridge AFC and Knaresborough Town was postponed this evening due to a waterlogged Manse Lane pitch. West Yorkshire Premier Division Knaresborough Town P-P Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 13 Aug - Result: Reserves Off The Mark 'Bridge Reserves made a winning start to their return to life in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One last night with victory by the odd goal in three at Aldborough Road. Nick Cressey opened the scoring for Neil Greer's side in the second half and Jim Johnstone added a second ten minutes from time. A powerful header five minutes later for visiting Otley Town Reserves gave the hosts a few nervy moments but they were able to see the game out to claim all three points and debut sixth in the table. West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 2-1 Otley Town Reserves BAFC Scorers: Nick Cressey, Jim Johnstone |
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| 10 Aug - Result: Winning Start For 'Bridge Boroughbridge AFC got their return to the West Yorkshire Premier Division off to a winning start this afternoon, debuting second in the table in the process. A brace from Phil Milsom took Daz Ekin's men in two to the good at the interval against last season's Premier Division runners-up, Leeds City. Jake Fletcher added the third before Chris Simpson delivered the coup de grace to give 'Bridge the perfect start to the new campaign. West Yorkshire Premier Division Boroughbridge AFC 4-0 Leeds City BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom 2, Jake Fletcher, Chris Simpson |
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6 Aug - 'Bridge Start At Home The new West Yorkshire League season gets underway this weekend and 'Bridge will start their return to life in the Premier Division on the familiar soil of Aldborough Road, as Leeds City are the first visitors of the campaign this Saturday afternoon. A mid-week trip to Knaresborough Town follows before Daz Ekin takes his men to Hunslet Club next weekend. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, get their campaign underway on Monday evening, also with a home fixture as Otley Town Reserves visit. Robin Hood Athletic Reserves make the trip for Neil Greer's side's opening weekend fixture before the first away game brings a trip to Aberford Albion Reserves a week on Monday.
West Yorkshire Premier Division Sat 10 Aug - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Leeds City - 14.30 Weds 14 Aug - Knaresborough Town vs. Boroughbridge AFC - 19.30 Sat 17 Aug - Hunslet Club vs. Boroughbridge AFC - 14.30 Weds 21 Aug - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Sherburn White Rose - 18.30 Weds 28 Aug - Whitkirk Wanderers vs. Boroughbridge AFC - 18.30 Sat 31 Aug - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Huddersfield Amateur - 14.30 West Yorkshire Alliance Division One Mon 12 Aug - 'Bridge Reserves vs. Otley Town Reserves - 18.30 Sat 17 Aug - 'Bridge Reserves vs. Robin Hood Athletic Reserves - 14.30 Mon 19 Aug - Aberford Albion Reserves vs. 'Bridge Reserves - 18.30 Sat 31 Aug - Hall Green United Reserves vs. 'Bridge Reserves - 14.30 |
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| 4 Aug - Pre-Season 2019: Seven Heaven Phil Briscombe plundered four yesterday afternoon as a 'Bridge developmental squad ran out to a seven one victory over Hampsthwaite FC at Aldborough Road. Also on the scoresheet were Joe Dorkings, Callum Gray and Mark Burniston with the visitors rewarded for their perseverance with a well-taken goal five minutes from time. Pre-Season 2019 concludes on Wednesday evening as 'Bridge Reserves welcome Pannal Sports from 6.30pm. Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC Development 7-1 Hampsthwaite United BAFC Scorers: Phil Briscombe 4, Joe Dorkings, Callum Gray, Mark Burniston |
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| 1 Aug - Pre-Season 2019: Wix At The Double Phil Wix was at the double as Boroughbridge AFC made it three wins from three in pre-season yesterday evening at Aldborough Road. A goalkeeping error allowed Wix to open the scoring for 'Bridge before former-player Ben Darvill restored parity for visiting Richmond Town with a header from a well rehearsed free kick five minutes from half time. A stooping header from Wix to a Dom Creamer cross and an exquisite chip from his own half by Matty Coles which had the visiting keeper stranded put the hosts in control and whilst Town did pull one back through a fine Liam Darvill drive they were unable to snatch a late equaliser. Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC 3-2 Richmond Town BAFC Scorers: Phil Wix 2, Matty Coles |
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| 30 Jul - Pre-Season 2019: Two Tests Remain With the opening of the new season drawing ever closer, now less than a fortnight away, 'Bridge's pre-season schedule is drawing towards a close and after the postponement of tonight's Sadie Rose Charity Cup, Daz Ekin's men now have just two tests remaining before the big kick-off. Richmond Town will be the visitors tomorrow evening from 6.30pm before the final warm-up encounter takes place on Saturday afternoon from 2pm as Hampsthwaite FC make the journey to Aldborough Road. Pre-Season 2019 Weds 31 Jul - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Richmond Town - 18.30 Pre-Season 2019 Sat 3 Aug - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Hampsthwaite FC - 14.00 |
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| 27 Jul - Pre-Season 2019: 'Bridge Beat Bedale Boroughbridge AFC continued their winning pre-season campaign by plundering double figures at Aldborough Road this afternoon. Daz Ekin's men smashed an eleven goal haul for reply of two against a spirited Bedale side who put up a higher resistance than the scoreline suggests. Dom Creamer and Phil Milsom both notched opening hat-tricks of 19/20 whilst Jake Fletcher and Matty Coles bagged braces. Jake Stannard also contributed to make the eleven goal total which consisted of some high quality strikes, with the visitors' goals coming at the end of each half. Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC 11-2 Bedale AFC BAFC Scorers: Dom Creamer 3, Phil Milsom 3, Jake Fletcher 2, Matty Coles 2, Jake Stannard |
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| 21 Jul - Pre-Season 2019: Pair Of Victories The opening action of Pre-Season 2019 has brought a pair of victories for the 'Bridge sides in action. On Thursday evening a combined Reserves and 'A' XI were one nil winners over Harlow Hill thanks to a first half strike, before a Boroughbridge AFC XI ran out three one winners over Thirsk Falcons yesterday afternoon. An early Dom Creamer strike set Daz Ekin's men on their way before the lead was consolidated by Chris Simpson who finished off a good move with a sharp turn and finish from the edge of the box. Matty Coles set up brother Steve before half time for the third before an improved second half performance from Falcons saw them respond with a well taken consolation 15 minutes from time. Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves/'A' 1-0 Harlow Hill Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC 3-1 Thirsk Falcons BAFC Scorers: Dom Creamer, Chris Simpson, Steve Coles |
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| 16 Jul - Annual General Meeting Rescheduled The Club's Annual General Meeting, which was due to take place tomorrow evening, has been postponed by a week and will now take place on the evening of Wednesday 24th July. The start time and venue - 8pm in our Aldborough Road clubhouse - remain the same and all Club members, players and supporters are encouraged to attend. An intra-club match replaced Saturday's scheduled pre-season friendly against Easingwold Town, meanwhile, giving the Managers the chance to see players old and new. Chances were there for both sides but generally defences held sway leaving the game scoreless. |
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| 13 Jul - First Friendly This Saturday The first action of Pre-Season 2019 kicks off this weekend as Easingwold Town make the journey to Aldborough Road. The York League Premier Division side are the first visitors of the pre-season fixture campaign as Daz Ekin prepares his side for life back in the West Yorkshire Premier Division. Kick-off on Saturday afternoon is 2pm. Pre-Season 2019 Sat 13 Jul - Boroughbridge AFC vs. Easingwold Town - 14.00 |
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| 10 Jul - Annual General Meeting Boroughbridge AFC will hold its Annual General Meeting next Wednesday, 17th July, in our Aldborough Road clubhouse. The meeting will follow the conclusion of the evening's pre-season training session around 8pm and all Club members, players and supporters are encouraged to attend. |
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| 4 Jul - Dennis Pearson Boroughbridge AFC wish to send their sincere condolences to the family of Dennis Pearson who recently passed away in hospital after a long illness. Denis started his football life as a teenager with the Club in the late fifties and was a pivotal member of the 'Bridge team that won the prestigious Whitworth Cup for the first time in the Club's history. He was a keen sportsman and also excelled at cricket and golf - a great all round guy. A cremation will take place at Stonefall Cemetery on Monday 15th July at 1pm followed by a reception at the Pavilion in Harrogate. |
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| 24 Jun - Pre-Season Training Underway Pre-season training got underway at Aldborough Road this evening with a bumper turnout of over 40 players enjoying the opening session on a fine summer's evening. Training continues throughout pre-season on Monday and Wednesday evenings, running from 6.30pm to 8pm with all welcome to attend. If you'd like more information on joining the Club please email team@boroughbridgeafc.com or contact Daz Ekin on 07894 672188 or Neil Greer on 07485 081610.
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10 Jun - Season-Ending Celebrations The Club's recent season-ending Presentation Evening saw what has been a highly successful season throughout the Club toasted and awards handed out to those individuals who have shone over the course of the campaigns. Whilst the evening focussed on those individuals, time was also given over to celebrate the achievements of the Club's three sides, with Boroughbridge AFC having lifted the West Yorkshire League Division One title and reached the Whitworth Cup Final, 'Bridge Reserves having gained promotion from the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two and the Club's women having reached the League Shield Semi-Final. With a large crowd in attendance, thanks were given to all those who have contributed to those successes, including Daz Ekin, Neil Greer and Paul Stephenson as respective team managers. Following the awards of the individual honours, detailed below, Club President Andrew Willey gave a rousing speech before presenting the West Yorkshire League Division One trophy to Ekin and his jubilant squad. Thank you to all those who once again made the evening a success this year.
Bob Kitching Trophy for Player of the Season Phil Milsom Boroughbridge AFC Player of the Season Lauren Holmes John Newboult Trophy for Young Player of the Season Phil Milsom Jock Richmond Trophy for Most Improved Player Luke Fletcher Dale Binns Golden Boot Award Chris Simpson (41 goals) Willie Horner Trophy for Clubman of the Year Rob Young 'Bridge Reserves Player of the Season Ben Johnstone 'Bridge Ladies Coach's Player of the Season Lorraine Stephenson Alan Smith Award for West Yorkshire League Division One Top Scorer Chris Simpson (41 goals) |
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| 28 May - Pre-Season 2019 Boroughbridge AFC will welcome a pair of North Riding League Premier Division sides to Aldborough Road as part of preparations for life back in the West Yorkshire Premier Division this summer. Daz Ekin's squad will welcome fellow Division One title winners Thirsk Falcons on Saturday 20th July before Bedale AFC, who finished seventh in the Premier Division last season visit on Saturday 27th July, both games kicking-off at 2pm. Further information regarding pre-season training times as well as additional friendlies will follow in due course. |
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| 16 May - Presentation Evening This WeekendDon't forget that the Club's Presentation Evening will be taking place this Saturday, 18th May. The traditional curtain call on the season will take place in our Aldborough Road clubhouse with a 7pm opening for 7.30pm start and a buffet supper being served. As well as reflecting on a highly successful season for the Club, the evening will give chance to recognise those who have excelled on the pitch and off it over the last twelve months with awards including Player of the Season for each of the Club's teams, Young Player of the Season, Most Improved Player of the Season and Clubman of the Year. |
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| 13 May - Event Traffic Control Backing 'Bridge Earlier this season Boroughbridge AFC welcomed Event Traffic Control on board as our new club training top sponsors as part of a major multi-year deal. ETC owner Scott Dow was guest at Aldborough Road recently to present the tops to Club Captain Dave Millea, pictured, and watch 'Bridge en route to their West Yorkshire League Division One title. As well as providing tops for all three of the Club's sides ETC have taken out a pitch-side board which will be on display at Aldborough Road year-round. Speaking about the partnership 'Bridge Manager, Daz Ekin, said: "We're thrilled to have ETC on board as our new training top sponsors. This is an exciting time for the Club with two promotions to celebrate, but we couldn't do any of it without the support of our fantastic sponsors. Scott has been part of the Boroughbridge family for many years now so we were delighted to be able to make this new partnership and we're extremely grateful for the support he and his team are giving us." Event Traffic Control are a leading provider of services to the UK event industry with over 20 years experience. Their team have planned and implemented the traffic management and parking on hundreds of prestigious events since 1996. For more information visit www.eventtc.com.
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9 May - Lucky Seven: Week Forty It may be the final week of the Premier League season but it's all about the Play-Offs for the conclusion of Lucky Seven with games from across England and Scotland. A win last time out wrapped up the league title for defending champion sandfracker and the leader's picks for the final week include the National League Play-Off Final, West Brom's trip to Villa Park and Derby County against Leeds United. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 8 May - Presentation Evening 2019With the campaign now at a close on the pitch immediate thoughts turn to the season ending Presentation Evening, which will take place on the evening of Saturday 18th May. The traditional curtain call on the season will take place in our Aldborough Road clubhouse with a 7pm opening for 7.30pm start and a buffet supper being served. As well as reflecting on a highly successful season for the Club, the evening will give chance to recognise those who have excelled on the pitch and off it over the last twelve months with awards including Player of the Season for each of the Club's teams, Young Player of the Season, Most Improved Player of the Season and Clubman of the Year. |
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| 7 May - Result: 'Bridge Fall Short In Finale Boroughbridge AFC fell short of making it a League-District Cup double this evening at Station View, falling to defeat in the Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup Final. Daz Ekin's men trailed at the interval against Premier Division outfit Knaresborough Town Reserves but restored parity two minutes in the second half, only for Town to hit straight back and then secure the trophy on 77 minutes. The match concludes was has been, despite the Final result, a highly successful season for the Club with Boroughbridge AFC sealing the West Yorkshire League Division One title and 'Bridge Reserves securing Alliance Division Two promotion. Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup Final Boroughbridge AFC 1-3 Knaresborough Town Reserves |
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| 5 May - Results: 'Bridge Lift Division One Trophy Boroughbridge AFC fell to defeat in their final league game of the season yesterday afternoon but after the final whistle hoisted the West Yorkshire League Division One trophy with a final margin of victory of seven points. Having secured the title last weekend Daz Ekin's men needed nothing from their final game and dropped to a three nil defeat at East End Park. With second- and third-placed Hall Green United and Aberford Albion splitting the points in a two all draw however 'Bridge's final lead atop the table was confirmed as seven points - 72 to United's 65 tally. 'Bridge Veterans, meanwhile, ran out three one winners at Aldborough Road in their season-ending friendly against West Yorkshire Police Veterans. James Henderson handed 'Bridge a one nil half time lead with an own goal and Jimmy Binks 50-yard free kick seeing the hosts to a three one win. West Yorkshire League Division One East End Park 3-0 Boroughbridge AFC Friendly Boroughbridge AFC Veterans 3-1 West Yorkshire Police Veterans BAFC Scorers: James Henderson, own goal, Jimmy Binks BAFC Man of the Match: Andy Layton |
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3 May - Matchday: Champions Set For Finale Build-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's final game of the season. West Yorkshire League Division One title winning Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to East End Park tomorrow afternoon looking for their 24th win of the league campaign and twelfth on the road. There's action at Aldborough Road as well, meanwhile, as a 'Bridge Veterans side welcome West Yorkshire Police Veterans for a friendly match from 2.30pm. The tea bar will be open at half time and the bar after the game. |
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| 2 May - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty NineWith just two weeks to go in this season's Lucky Seven, this weekend's fixtures could see the direction of the title decided with four still in the running. Up top sandfracker holds a 6.5 point lead over Long Legs, whilst AFC Bridge 1900 and Mish mash are still in a chance as well. For the penultimate week's selection mythos has picked an all English seven including five games from the final days of the EFL season. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 30 Apr - Match Reports Match reports are now online from the two fixtures which secured Boroughbridge AFC the West Yorkshire League Division One title. Chris Simpson picked up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge were five two winners over Hartshead and Michael Snowden took the accolades in a three nil victory at Rothwell. Rothwell 0-3 Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 29 Apr - Reserves' Promotion ConfirmedAs well as seeing Boroughbridge AFC secure the West Yorkshire League Division One title, Saturday afternoon also saw success confirmed for 'Bridge's Reserves whose promotion to the West Yorkshire Alliance Division One was assured. Neil Greer's men finished their campaign a fortnight ago but had to keep the champagne on ice with three teams below them still able to catch-up and claim the three promotion spots. Salts Reserves' victory over Kirk Deighton Rangers Reserves on Saturday afternoon, however, meant Rangers conclude their season in fourth and Neil Greer's men will finish either second or third. The belated celebrations come at the end of a stellar season for 'Bridge's Reserves who have won 19 of their 26 league games en route to a 59 point tally and promotion back to the Alliance Division One. |
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| 28 Apr - Results: 'Bridge Seal Title Boroughbridge AFC sealed the West Yorkshire League Division One title with a game to spare yesterday afternoon following a three nil victory at Rothwell. Needing three points to secure the title regardless of other results, a brace from Jake Fletcher complemented by a Dom Creamer effort saw Daz Ekin's charges add the silverware to the promotion back to the top flight they ensured earlier this month. 'Bridge Ladies' trip to Ripon City Ladies this afternoon was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, meanwhile. West Yorkshire League Division One Rothwell 0-3 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorers: Jake Fletcher 2, Dom Creamer West Riding County Women's League First Division Ripon City Ladies P-P Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 26 Apr - Matchday: Penultimate Away DayBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's pair of fixtures. Boroughbridge AFC make their penultimate away trip of the season tomorrow afternoon as Daz Ekin takes his men to Rothwell for a 2.30pm kick-off knowing three points will secure them the West Yorkshire League Division One title. Sunday brings a derby trip as Paul Stephenson leads his women to Ripon City Ladies from 2pm. |
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| 25 Apr - Match Report The match report is now online from last Wednesday evening's West Yorkshire League Division One win over Aberford Albion. First half headed goals from Callum Rodgers and Chris Simpson handed Daz Ekin's men a two one win against another of their title rivals. John Rimmer picked up the Man of the Match award in 'Bridge's 21st league win of the campaign. |
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| 24 Apr - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty EightIt's all about the Premier League this weekend as Lucky Seven inches closer to a conclusion. Last weekend's winner, Mish mash, has made all seven selections games from England's top division including Wolves' trip to Vicarage Road and Chelsea's match at Old Trafford. With just three weeks to go it's all to play for with any of the top six still able to take the title. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 23 Apr - Result: Narrow Derby Defeat Boroughbridge AFC fell to a narrow defeat in their derby encounter at Aldborough Road this evening. Paul Stephenson's women were on the wrong end of a one nil scoreline against Ripon City Ladies and will travel to Mallorie Park Drive for the reverse fixture on Sunday. West Riding County Women's League First Division Boroughbridge AFC 0-1 Ripon City Ladies |
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| 22 Apr - Ladies Set For Derby Tie With the end of the season fast approaching, the last mid-week action of the campaign is set to take place at Aldborough Road tomorrow as 'Bridge's Ladies look to finish their season on a high in the first of two derby encounters. Title-chasing Ripon City Ladies will be the visitors from 6.15pm ahead of the reverse fixture at Mallorie Park Drive on Sunday. The bar will be open after tomorrow evening's game. |
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| 20 Apr - Results: Five Clear, Two To Play Boroughbridge AFC moved five points clear atop the West Yorkshire League Division One this afternoon with just two games to play after an emphatic victory. Chris Simpson hit a hat-trick and Phil Milsom bagged a brace as Daz Ekin's men ran out to a five two win over Hartshead. The result means 'Bridge finish their home fixtures with twelve wins out of fifteen having only dropped five points all season at Aldborough Road. The three points also means 'Bridge have the title destiny firmly in their hands and can seal the trophy with victory either at relegation-threatened Rothwell next weekend or at East End Park the following weekend, regardless of other results. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC 5-2 Hartshead BAFC Scorers: Chris Simpson 3, Phil Milson 2 |
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| 19 Apr - Matchday: Three Games To GoBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of tomorrow's fixture at Aldborough Road. With just three games remaining and no other West Yorkshire League Division One action this weekend Boroughbridge AFC will look to stretch their lead atop the table to five points as Hartshead are the visitors from 2.30pm. These sides last met on the opening day of the season when Hartshead ran out to a three two win, one of just three league defeats for 'Bridge this season. |
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| 18 Apr - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty SevenThere's four weeks to go in this season's Lucky Seven and a new name atop the table as sandfracker snatched the lead by four points courtesy of a win last time out. For this weekend's fixtures there's a trio from the Premier League, including Spurs' return to the Etihad, a pair from the Scottish Premiership and the two UEFA Women's Champions League Semi-Final First Leg ties including Chelsea's trip to Lyon. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 17 Apr - Results: 'Bridge Take Top Boroughbridge AFC surged back to the top of the West Yorkshire League Division One this evening with a massive three points in the context of the title race. Daz Ekin's men edged out third-placed Aberford Albion by the odd goal in three at Aldborough Road to take a two point lead at the summit with one game in hand over Hall Green United and three left to play. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC 2-1 Aberford Albion |
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| 17 Apr - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One tie against Hall Green United at Aldborough Road. Phil Milsom hit a brace and picked up the Man of the Match award with Chris Simpson and Dom Creamer also on the scoresheet in a four two win for Daz Ekin's men. |
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15 Mar - Newcastle United Soccer Schools This summer Newcastle United Foundation will bring their soccer schools to Aldborough Road offering an opportunity to "train and play the Newcastle United way". The schools cost £20 per day to attend and are open to all aged 5 to 14, running from Tuesday 13th to Thursday 15th August and 9.30am to 3.30pm each day. For more information download the flier and to register your interest please email jill.stacey@nufc.co.uk. |
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| 14 Apr - Result: Town Overcome 'Bridge Boroughbridge AFC fell to defeat at Aldborough Road this afternoon against visiting Skipton Town Ladies. Paul Stephenson's women were on the wrong end of a three nil scoreline to remain eighth in the West Riding County Women's League First Division. West Riding County Women's League First Division Boroughbridge AFC 0-3 Skipton Town Ladies |
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| 13 Apr - Results: Double Delight Boroughbridge AFC took the West Yorkshire League Division One title race firmly into their own hands this afternoon with an emphatic win over top of the table Hall Green United. Daz Ekin's men took a slender one nil advantage into the interval at Aldborough Road and accelerated into a three nil position after the break, with four two the final score. Phil Milsom bagged a brace with Chris Simpson and Dom Creamer also on the scoresheet. Having sealed promotion last weekend, this result moves 'Bridge to within a point of United at the top of the table with two games in hand, and stretches the lead to six points over Aberford Albion, who visit Aldborough Road on Wednesday evening, with one game in hand. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, concluded their season with a victory to move back atop the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two table. Neil Greer's men were two one victors at former leaders Kirk Deighton Rangers Reserves to finish their campaign on 59 points and take a two point advantage at the summit. 'Bridge were denied sealing promotion, however, by Otley Town Reserves' four one win over Howden Clough Reserves and now face a waiting game with one of Rangers Reserves, Town Reserves and Salts Reserves needing to drop points in their final games to secure 'Bridge's return to Alliance Division One. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC 4-2 Hall Green United BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom 2, Chris Simpson, Dom Creamer West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Kirk Deighton Rangers Reserves 1-2 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves |
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| 12 Apr - Matchday: Top Two TestsBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of a trio of massive games this weekend. It's a pair of top two clashes tomorrow afternoon as Boroughbridge AFC welcome fellow newly-promoted side Hall Green United to Aldborough Road with both in search of points towards their title bids. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, conclude their season with a trip to Alliance Division Two leaders Kirk Deighton Rangers Reserves whilst Sunday brings a seventh versus eighth clash as Skipton Town Ladies visit. |
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| 11 Apr - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty SixWith just five weeks left to run it's still all to play for in this season's Lucky Seven. Long Legs leads the way by six points from sandfracker and anybody in the top ten could still take the title. This weekend's selection from Mish mash includes six from across the top four divisions in England plus Saturday's big clash at Aldborough Road. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 10 Apr - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One tie against Otley Town at Aldborough Road. Chris Simpson struck twice whilst Liam Glennon picked up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge secured the point needed to assure of promotion. |
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| 7 Apr - Result: Narrow Defeat For Ladies Boroughbridge AFC fell to a narrow defeat this afternoon to drop a place to eighth in the West Riding County Women's League First Division. Paul Stephenson's women were on the wrong end of a result by the odd goal in three against Republica Internationale Women at Aldborough Road. West Riding County Women's League First Division Boroughbridge AFC 1-2 Republica Internationale Women |
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| 6 Apr - Results: 'Bridge Seal Promotion Boroughbridge AFC will play West Yorkshire Premier Division football next season after sealing promotion from Division One with a point at Aldborough Road this afternoon. A two all draw with Otley Town was enough to move Daz Ekin's men onto 60 points for the season and mean it is now impossible for them to finish outside of the division's top three places. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, gave their promotion push a shot in the arm with a one nil victory at Wyke Wanderers Reserves. Neil Greer's charges move onto 56 points, one from the summit of the Alliance Division Two table but having played more games than those around them. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC 2-2 Otley Town West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Wyke Wanderers Reserves 0-1 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves |
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| 5 Apr - Matchday: Key FixturesBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's trio of fixtures. Boroughbridge AFC welcome Otley Town to Aldborough Road tomorrow as Daz Ekin's men seek a sixth win in a row to keep up the pressure atop the West Yorkshire League Division One. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, are on the road to Wyke Wanderers Reserves as they look for vital points in their own promotion push before Sunday sees 'Bridge Ladies host Republica Internationale Women. |
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| 3 Apr - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty FiveAs this season's Lucky Seven enters its final stages a leader has once again emerged from the pack. A second victory in three weeks sees Long Legs assume a lead of over ten points atop the table with sandfracker in second and AFC Bridge 1900 completing the top three. This week's selection includes some tricky ties from home and abroad including the FA Cup Semi-Final between Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 2 Apr - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One trip to Kirk Deighton Rangers. A decisive brace earned Phil Milsom the Man of the Match award whilst Dom Creamer and John Rimmer were also on target in an important victory for 'Bridge's promotion aspirations. |
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| 30 Mar - Result: 'Bridge Down Deighton [Updated 1 Apr - Scorers added] Boroughbridge AFC kept their title tilt on track his afternoon with an excellent victory at fellow challengers Kirk Deighton Rangers. Daz Ekin's men ran out to a four two victory to keep pace with their promotion rivals and remain two points from the summit of the West Yorkshire League Division One with two games in hand and six left to play. West Yorkshire League Division One Kirk Deighton Rangers 2-4 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorers: Phil Milsom 2, Dom Creamer, John Rimmer |
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| 29 Mar - Matchday: Second Plays ThirdBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's West Yorkshire League Division One fixture. Second visits third tomorrow as Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Kirk Deighton Rangers with both sides in search of vital points in the promotion race. Daz Ekin's men ran out to a two nil victory in the reverse fixture at Aldborough Road back in August and could re-take top spot with a win and if other results go their way. |
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| 28 Mar - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One trip to Featherstone Colliery. Chris Simpson took his scoring tally to six in three games with a hat-trick which also earned him the Man of the Match award in the three one win. |
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| 27 Mar - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty FourIt's a full English in Lucky Seven this week with seven games from across the top six divisions in England. Last week's winner sandfracker, who moves to within two and a half points of the top of the table with the victory, has selected crunch ties from across the Premier League and EFL was well as a Yorkshire derby as York City head to Guiseley. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 23 Mar - Results: 'Bridge Take Title Initiative Boroughbridge AFC snatched the initiative in the West Yorkshire League Division One title race this afternoon with victory at Featherstone Colliery. Daz Ekin's men ran out to a three one win to move onto 56 points and stay second in the table. The big result came elsewhere, however, as table toppers Hall Green United defeated Aberford Albion three one at Bunkers Hill. United, who visit Aldborough Road on 13th April, remain two points ahead of 'Bridge but having played two games more, whilst Albion slip five points behind Ekin's charges with just one game in hand. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, took another blow to their promotion hopes with defeat at Aldborough Road. Rothwell Reserves earned the points with a two one win to see Neil Greer's men slip to second in the table having played more games than the sides around them. West Yorkshire League Division One Featherstone Colliery 1-3 Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 1-2 Rothwell Reserves |
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| 21 Mar - Matchday: Reserves' Promotion PushBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's pair of games. Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Featherstone Colliery in West Yorkshire League Division One action looking for an eighteenth win of the season and a chance to go top of the table as first play third elsewhere. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, welcome Rothwell Reserves to Aldborough Road with just four games remaining in their promotion push. |
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| 20 Mar - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty ThreeAs the time to the end of the season ticks down there's a new name atop the Lucky Seven after a fifth win of the season last week saw Long Legs ascend to the summit. This week's selection includes a trio of Euro 2020 qualifiers, a pair of EFL games and Arsenal Women's trip to Prenton Park. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 17 Mar - Derby Tie Off Today's West Riding County Women's League First Division tie against Ripon City Ladies became the second match of the weekend to fall to the weather with the playing surface at Aldborough Road waterlogged. West Riding County Women's League First Division Boroughbridge AFC P-P Ripon City Ladies |
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| 16 Mar - Hartshead Game Postponed Today's West Yorkshire League Division One fixture against Hartshead was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Aldborough Road. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC P-P Hartshead |
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| 15 Mar - Matchday: Hartshead & City VisitBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's pair of games. Boroughbridge AFC welcome Hartshead to Aldborough Road in search of three points which could see Daz Ekin's men take control atop the West Yorkshire League Division One table. Sunday brings the first Ure Derby of the season, meanwhile, as top of the table Ripon City Ladies visit a 'Bridge Ladies side who have enjoyed fine form at home this campaign. |
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| 14 Mar - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty TwoA third win in as many weeks for mythos saw a new name in the top ten of the Lucky Seven table and with the weeks running down it's still tight at the top - just six points separate the top five. This week's selection includes a Sixth Round FA Cup tie, an FA Trophy Semi-Final, a trip to Turkey and action from across the EFL. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 13 Mar - Barbara Horner Boroughbridge AFC wish to send our sincere condolences to former President and Club Life Member, Ray Horner, following the recent passing of Barbara Horner. Auntie Barbara was a regular at Aldborough Road on a match day, enjoying her half lager after a game, and was an integral part of the social side of the Club. She will be deeply missed by all in the 'Bridge community and our thoughts are with Ray and his extended family at this difficult time. There will be a Church service at Boroughbridge on the 19th March at 12.30pm followed by a private cremation. |
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| 9 Mar - Result: Twelve Goal Thriller 'Bridge Reserves retained top spot in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two as they reached the half century of points mark for the season with a twelve goal thriller at Ilkley Town Reserves. Neil Greer's men split the points with fourth-placed Town in a six all draw, just 'Bridge's second draw of the campaign. West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Ilkley Town Reserves 6-6 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves |
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| 9 Mar - Rothwell Trip Postponed Boroughbridge AFC's trip to Rothwell in the West Yorkshire League Division One has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. West Yorkshire League Division One Rothwell P-P Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 8 Mar - Matchday: Away Day PairBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's pair of games. Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Rothwell tomorrow afternoon from 2.30pm knowing that three points will see Daz Ekin's men snatch the lead in the West Yorkshire League Division One table. 'Bridge Reserves, menawhile, are also on the road as Neil Greer takes his charges to face in-form Ilkley Town Reserves in Alliance Division Two action. |
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| 7 Mar - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One trip to Newsome. A Chris Simpson brace handed 'Bridge a two one win with Phil Wix picking up the Man of the Match award. |
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| 6 Mar - Lucky Seven: Week Thirty OneWith a quarter of the season remaining it's sandfracker who sits atop the Lucky Seven table by four points from Long Legs and Mish mash, with AFC Bridge 1900 just one point further back in fourth. Week Thirty's winner, mythos, has included trips to France and Italy alongside a quintet of domestic ties for this weekend's selection. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 3 Mar - Result: 'Bridge Exit League Shield Boroughbridge AFC fell just short of booking into their second cup Final in as many seasons this afternoon with defeat in the West Riding County Women's League Shield Semi-Final. Paul Stephenson's women were on the wrong end of a five nil scoreline against Premier Division outfit Middleton Athletic Ladies. West Riding County Women's League Shield Semi-Final Boroughbridge AFC 0-5 Middleton Athletic Ladies |
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| 2 Mar - Results: 'Bridge Two From Top Boroughbridge AFC cemented themselves as promotion contenders this afternoon with an excellent come-from-behind win at fellow challengers Newsome. Daz Ekin's men fell behind mid-way through the first half but Chris Simpson levelled the scores just before the interval before snatching the winner 20 minutes from time. 'Bridge move to within two points of the top of the table with two games in hand over Hall Green United with the win, and keep their gap of two points back to Aberford Albion who likewise have two games in hand. 'Bridge Reserves fared less well in their clash with fifth-placed Otley Town Reserves at Aldborough Road, meanwhile, failing to really trouble the Town goal and falling to a one nil defeat. Neil Greer's men remain top of the table by two points over Salts Reserves, who could only draw at Rothwell Reserves but retain their two games in hand. West Yorkshire League Division One Newsome 1-2 Boroughbridge AFC BAFC Scorer: Chris Simpson 2 West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 0-1 Otley Town Reserves |
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| 1 Mar - Matchday: Crunch TiesBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's trio of games. Second plays fourth in the West Yorkshire League Division One tomorrow afternoon as Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Newsome for a 2.30pm kick-off, whilst it's first plays fifth in the Alliance Division Two with Otley Town Reserves the visitors to Aldborough Road. Sunday brings a League Shield Semi-Final for 'Bridge Ladies as they travel to East Ardsley to take on Middleton Athletic Ladies. |
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| 28 Feb - Lucky Seven: Week ThirtyNo shortage of big games as Lucky Seven reaches its three-quarter marker this weekend. Last week's co-winner, united, has included the north London derby at Wembley, Celtic's trip to Easter Road in the Scottish Cup Quarter-Finals, El Clasico at the Bernabeu and England's massive She Believes Cup match against the USA in the weekend's selection. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 27 Feb - Match Reports Match reports are now online from Boroughbridge AFC's last two matches. Daz Ekin's men booked into the Whitworth Cup Final with victory on penalties at Kirkby Malzeard the Saturday before last, whilst Jake Fletcher bagged a brace and the Man of the Match award in a three one win over Pool AFC at the weekend. Boroughbridge AFC 3-1 Pool AFC |
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| 24 Feb - Result: First Draw For Ladies 'Bridge Ladies returned from Adel with their first draw of the season this afternoon. Paul Stephenson's women shared the points in a two all draw at Leeds City Ladies to remain eighth in the West Riding County Women's League First Division. West Riding County Women's League First Division Leeds City Ladies 2-2 Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 23 Feb - Results: 'Bridge Double Win Boroughbridge AFC kicked off the final third of their season with victory over Pool AFC at Aldborough Road this afternoon. The teams were level with one goal a piece at the interval but the hosts accelerated away to the three points in the second half with Jake Fletcher contributing a brace and Chris Simpson also on the scoresheet. Daz Ekin's men climb back to second in the West Yorkshire League Division One, five points from the summit with two games in hand and now two above Aberford Albion who have played two fewer themselves but lost for the first time this season today. 'Bridge Reserves made a swift return to winning ways, meanwhile, to retain top spot in the Alliance Division Two. Neil Greer's side went a goal behind at Pool AFC Reserves but were one to the good by the interval and eventually ran out five one winners. Josh Mulandi and Russ Robshaw bagged braces with Ben Johnstone also contributing to the scoring. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC 3-1 Pool AFC BAFC Scorers: Jake Fletcher 2, Chris Simpson West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Pool AFC Reserves 1-5 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves BAFC Scorers: Josh Mulandi 2, Russ Robshaw 2, Ben Johnstone |
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| 21 Feb - Lucky Seven: Week Twenty NineThere's joint-leaders atop the Lucky Seven table for the first time this season with Long Legs joining Mish mash in co-control at the summit. Last week's winner, redfred, moved up to eighth with the ten points and has made a varied selection for Week Twenty Nine including the FA WSL Continental Cup Final, Spurs' trip to Turf Moor and visits to the Netherlands, France, Wales and Scotland. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 19 Feb - Result: Narrow Loss For Ladies 'Bridge Ladies fell to a narrow defeat on Sunday afternoon at Tyersal AFC Ladies. Paul Stephenson's women drop a place to eighth in the First Division table with two games in hand over Tyersal who climb to seventh. West Riding County Women's League First Division Tyersal AFC Ladies 1-0 Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 16 Feb - Results: 'Bridge Book Whitworth Final Boroughbridge AFC will take their defence of the Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup all the way to the Final, but they needed a penalty shootout to break down a resilient Kirkby Malzeard this afternoon. The sides played out a one all draw in regular time before Daz Ekin's men won the shootout by the odd goal in seven to progress to the showpiece. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, remain top of the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two but saw their winning run halted at twelve by second place Salts Reserves. Having been the last side to inflict league defeat 'Bridge before that remarkable winning run began, the hosts ran out three one victors this afternoon to cut the gap atop the table to three points with two games in hand. Harrogate FA Whitworth Cup Semi-Final Kirkby Malzeard 1-1 Boroughbridge AFC 'Bridge win 4-3 on penalties West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Salts Reserves 3-1 Boroughbridge AFC Reserves |
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| 15 Feb - Matchday: Away Day TrioBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's trio of games. Leading a schedule of big games for the Club is a Whitworth Cup Semi-Final trip to Kirkby Malzeard for Boroughbridge AFC, whilst first plays second in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two as Neil Greer takes his table-topping 'Bridge Reserves to Salts Reserves. Sunday sees seventh play eighth in the West Riding County Women's League First Division as 'Bridge Ladies make the trip to Tyersal AFC Ladies. |
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| 14 Feb - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two victory over Sherburn White Rose Reserves. Ben Johnstone led the scoring with a hat-trick en route to the Man of the Match award with Matty Coles, Eddie Mulindi, Russ Robshaw and Mark Burniston in a twelfth consecutive league win for 'Bridge Reserves. |
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| 13 Feb - Lucky Seven: Week Twenty EightIt's FA Cup weekend and there's a quartet of knockout games featured in this week's Lucky Seven. Week Twenty Seven winner, Long Legs, moved up into second in the table and two points from the summit and for this weekend's selection has included Derby County's trip to the Amex in the men's FA Cup and WSL leaders Manchester City Women's trip to Championship table toppers Spurs Ladies in the Women's FA Cup. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 10 Feb - Result: Ladies Progress In Shield 'Bridge Ladies progressed into a League Shield Semi-Final this afternoon with victory on the road at Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves. Paul Stephenson's side needed only one goal to move into the last four of the competition and will welcome Premier Division outfit Middleton Athletic Ladies to Aldborough Road on 3rd March for a place in the Final. West Riding County Women's League Shield Quarter-Final Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves 0-1 Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 9 Feb - Result: Reserves Roll On 'Bridge Reserves retained their six point lead atop the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two with their twelfth win in a row this afternoon. Ben Johnstone led the scoring with a hat-trick whilst Matty Coles, Eddie Mulindi, Russ Robshaw and Mark Burniston also added their names to the scoresheet in a seven nil result against Sherburn White Rose Reserves at Aldborough Road. With just eight games left to play Neil Greer's men stay six points clear of Salts Reserves, who have two games in hand. Boroughbridge AFC's trip to Featherstone Colliery was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch, allowing Hall Green United to take over atop the Division One table by two points having played a game more. West Yorkshire League Division One Featherstone Colliery P-P Boroughbridge AFC West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Boroughbridge AFC Reserves 7-0 Sherburn White Rose Reserves BAFC Scorers: Ben Johnstone 3, Matty Coles, Eddie Mulindi, Russ Robshaw, Mark Burniston |
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| 7 Feb - Matchday: White Rose VisitBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's trio of games. Sherburn White Rose Reserves are the visitors to Aldborough Road on Saturday afternoon as 'Bridge Reserves look to stretch their winning run in the West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two to twelve games. Boroughbridge AFC make the trip to Featherstone Colliery looking to retain top spot in Division One whilst Sunday sees 'Bridge Ladies make the trip to Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves in their re-arranged League Shield Quarter-Final. |
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| 6 Feb - Lucky Seven: Week Twenty SevenTwelve points separate the top five in the Lucky Seven table as we enter February, with Mish mash opening up a three and a half point lead at the top during Week Twenty Six's competition. The coming weekend kicks-off with a clash at the top of the Championship and as well as a pair of London derbies the selection includes both meetings of Manchester City and Chelsea. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 3 Feb - Postponement: Shield Tie Off Today's West Riding County Women's League Shield tie for 'Bridge Ladies at Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves was postponed due to a frozen pitch. The second attempt at the fixture will take place next Sunday. West Riding County Women's League Shield Quarter Final Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC |
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| 2 Feb - Postponements: Both Games Fall Both today's scheduled games have been postponed due to frozen pitches. West Yorkshire League Division One Boroughbridge AFC P-P Otley Town West Yorkshire Alliance Division Two Pool AFC Reserves P-P Boroughbridge AFC Reserves |
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| 1 Feb - Matchday: Reserves Aim For DozenBuild-up is now online and in Matchday ahead of this weekend's trio of games. Otley Town are the visitors to Aldborough Road from 2.30pm tomorrow as Boroughbridge AFC look to retain top spot in the West Yorkshire League Division One and build on last weekend's eight nil result. 'Bridge Reserves, meanwhile, are aiming for their twelfth win in a row as Neil Greer takes his charges to Pool AFC Reserves, whilst Sunday sees 'Bridge Ladies continue their West Riding County Women's League Shield campaign with a trip to Farsley Celtic Ladies Reserves. |
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| 31 Jan - Lucky Seven: Week Twenty SixAfter last weekend's lead change there's now less than two points separating the top three in this season's Lucky Seven table. Mish mash is joined atop the table by sandfracker with long-term leader AFC Bridge 1900 completing the top three. Week Twenty Five winner, redcafe, climbs to eighth and has selected a domestic quintet as well as trips to France and Germany for this weekend's selection. If you think you've got what it takes to predict the scores of seven matches, head over to the Lucky Seven page and get your entry in for free now. |
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| 30 Jan - Match Report The match report is now online from Saturday afternoon's West Yorkshire League Division One victory at Leeds Modernians. Phil Milsom hit a hat-trick and picked up the Man of the Match award as 'Bridge made a return to winning ways. Jake Fletcher also added a hat-trick with Chris Simpson and Dom Creamer completing the scoring. |
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