Match Report, U11s Alveston 0v3 Stratford Town 3 Apr 2011

Alveston lost their local derby semi-final to Stratford Town 3-0. Stratford set their stall out from the outset, playing with 4 defenders and 5 midfield players, leaving their striker to fight it out on his own upfront. This led to a very congested midfield area, and the home side found it difficult to find any space to get their passing game going. The ball spent far too much time in the air, and despite the result Stratford never actually got into the home team's penalty area! Alveston did try to force the pace and won a number of corners, one of which went to the far post where Alan Mackinnon's shot was blocked on the line. Matty Rickett then hit a free-kick which came back off the bar with the keeper beaten.

Stratford started the second half brightly as Ben Couki drove at the home defence and won a free kick, which Dillon Parker drove wide. The game changed when after a spell of good pressure from Alveston, the ball was cleared to Henry Grisenthwaite whose first time shot flew into the top corner. The home side responded well as Josh Humphriss' shot was deflected wide, but the wind was taken out of their sales when Dillon Parker struck a 20 yard free kick over the head of Isaac Downes and into the net. Parker added a third just before the end when he struck another free kick past the helpless keeper.            

Alveston v Coventry Copsewood Sunday 10 April 2011

Another trip up the A46 to Coventry Copsewood this week (see the Directions) 11.00 kick off. It's 20 miles/29mins from the HGC. If you need it, there is an Asda on the second roundabout - you cannot miss it.

Pitch: Copsewood Sports And Social Club. Allard Way Binley, Coventry CV3 1JP

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Match Report: Alveston 5v0 Coventry Jaguar – 20 March 2011

Alveston continued their good run with a comfortable 5-0 win against Coventry Jaguar. Harry Coleman and Julian Thomas started for the first time upfront, and gave the home defence a torrid afternoon. On a firm pitch the Alveston players first touch was impressive, and it didn't take long for Matty Rickett to play a delightful ball over to top for Thomas to run onto and fire just over the bar. A goal was inevitable and it was Matty Rickett who opened the scoring with a rasping drive from a free kick, which the keeper could only help push into the roof of the net.

Thomas then shot wide when put through by Josh Humphriss, as Alveston dominated possession, and his persistence paid off when he drove the ball into the bottom corner after another through ball by the impressive Rickett. The second half continued as the first with Alveston in total control, and they soon increased their lead when Thomas finished well from a Billy Dingley through ball. Any time the ball went into Alveston's half the back three of Foley, Connor & Mackinnon dealt with any danger and often started their attacking moves. Alveston's fourth came from another well struck Rickett free kick from 25 yards after a foul on Coleman, and they rounded off their win when the industrious Jamie Stephens was first to react to a loose ball, and fire home after the keeper failed to hold a well struck shot from Josh Humphriss.

Alveston v Coventry Jaguar Youth - Sunday 20 March 2011

Here are are the directions to Coventry Jaguar's Pitch at Joseph Cash School, Owenford Road, Coventry CV6 3FS.

It will be a 12.30 kick off, so meeting at 11.15 at the HGC, 11.45 at Coventry Jaguar. Pitch inspection will be Saturday evening.  

Alveston 2v1 Chapelfields Colts 13 March 2011

Alveston picked up a hard earned 3 points with a 2-1 win over Chapelfield Colts on Sunday. The home side dominated possession, and when a superb left foot strike from Jamie Stephens from the edge of the area flew into the top corner of the net, it seemed inevitable that the floodgates would open. Joe Vose was causing all sorts of problems down right and delivered a number of inviting crosses, which somehow either eluded Stephens & Spencer, or some desperate defending managed to keep the ball out.

The Alveston defence looked much better, with Joey Barnish controlling the back line, although an unfortunate mix up allowed Chapelfields in for their equaliser with their only attack of the half. Alveston continued to press, Matty Rickett went close with a rasping free kick, and Alan Mackinnon was unlucky to see his volley deflected wide with the keeper beaten.

The second half started in the same way, which the home side applying all the pressure, and they duly got their reward, when some neat passing found Josh Humphriss on the edge of the area, and his first time pass found the angled run of Stephens who made no mistake, driving the ball into the bottom left hand corner of the net. Another drive from Rickett’s flew just over and Stephens just missed out on a hat-trick when he couldn’t quite get on the end of a Humphriss cross.

Alveston almost paid for their failure to finish the game off, and with only a few minutes remaining chapelfields threw men forward, and it took a wonderful last ditch tackle from the impressive Roshen Foley and a brave save from keeper Isaac Downes to maintain their advantage.

Alveston 6v3 Coventrians Knock Out Cup - Sunday 6 March 2011

Alveston under 11's got back to winning ways with a 6-3 victory over Coventrians in the quarter final of the knockout cup. The big pitch suited Alveston and they passed the ball with purpose, opening up the home defence on numerous occasions. Harry Spencer & Jamie Stephens movement was superb and both went close to opening the scoring. It was therefore a surprise when the home side took the lead. From a long ball, some slack marking at the back allowed the striker to run through and score. 

Alveston's response was magnificent. Joe Vose was released by Matty Rickett but shot wide, and after further chances went begging they finally got their reward when from a corner Harry Spencer was first to react to tap the ball home. Alveston again lost concentration at the back and were duly punished, but again they bounced back, a superb through ball by Alan Mackinnon released Harry Spencer who coolly slotted past the advancing keeper. 

Jamie Stephens then converted another flowing Alveston move involving the outstanding Billy Dingley, Jordon Pace and Alan Mackinnon. The second half continued as the first with Alveston dominating possession. Joe Vose was a constant threat down the right and it was his pass that released Spencer, who lifted the ball over the advancing keeper for his hat-trick. Jamie Stephens extended their lead when he was on hand to tap in from a Vose cross. The home side threw more players forward and got another goal, but Vose wrapped the game up when he finally got the goal he deserved after being released by Roshen Foley.

Alveston v Coventrians Sunday 6 March - Cup Match Directions

Alveston will travel to Foleshill, Coventry on Sunday to play Coventrians at
Coventrians RFC, The Black Pad, Yelverton Rd, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 4AG


Kick off is at 11.00, pitch at 10.15 (HGC at 9.45)



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Alveston 2v5 Mount Nod - 13 February 2011

Alveston U11's crashed to a disappointing 5-2 defeat at title rivals Mount Nod. In difficult conditions it was Alveston who started more confidently, with Alex Connor a threat down the left and Harry Spencer probing through the middle as they started to create chances. Alveston took the lead when Joe Vose released Roshen Foley down the right and his cross was met by Alex connor who finished with aplomb. Alveston suffered a blow when their top scorer Josh Humphriss had to go off injured.  

The game remained close until a 5 minute spell mid way through the first half decided the game. Mount Nod's equaliser came when a free kick was headed on from the edge of the area and somehow found it's way into the roof of the net. This seamed to knock Alveston's confidence and within a minute a hopeful shot from the left hand corner of the area managed to squirm under the body of Isaac Downes and crept in at the near post.

Alveston fell further behind before responding with a well struck Billy Dingley shot from the edge of the area. However, more sloppy work at the back handed the home team their fourth. Alveston started the second half well and put the home defence under pressure. The introduction of Alan Mackinnon created a threat down the right as he put in some crunching tackles, which seemed to galvanise the players. On one of the few occasions they got the ball down, they opened up the home defence, Alan Mackinnon played the ball inside to Alex Connor who delivered a sublime ball through to Joe Vose, who cooley slotted the ball past the advancing keeper. The home side killed the game off isaac downes could only palm a speculative shot into the net.   

Alveston v Mount Nod - Directions for Sun 13 Feb

Mount Nod Play at Ponderosa, Jardine Crescent, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9QS Google Directions

12.15 at HGC for 12.45 Pitch for 1.30 Kick Off

It's up the A46, off at University of Warwick, past Canley Fire and police Station, then past The Coventry Sphinx Pitch and the at the Wing Wah Chinese turn left to Easter Green/Berkswell. After One Mile, turn left into Jardine Crescent, my guess park on the road - pitch is on the right.

The Knock Out Cup - Quarter and Semi Final Games

The Semi Final draw for The Knock Cup took place last night. 

As we already know, Alveston will play their Quarter Final match against Coventrians who are currently 7th place in Division D (played 10 games, 5 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses). This match will be played on 6 March 2011 which is away in Coventry near the Ricoh Arena. If all goes well, Alveston will play Pinley or Stratford in the Semi Finals on 3 April 2011.

Alveston 1v1 Santos Youth (3v1 Penalties) 6 Feb 2011

Alveston U11's progressed into the quarter finals of the knockout cup, winning a penalty shootout 3-1 against a spirited Santos Youth team.

In a scrappy game Alveston struggled to get to grips with the blustery conditions, and never really got their passing game going, which benefited the team from a division below. Santos competed for every ball and deservedly took the lead when a mix up in the home defence between Isaac Downes & Dan Malone allowed Josh Dixon to steal in and prod the ball into an empty net. 

Alveston responded immediately, and Julian Thomas held the ball up well to release Alan Mackinnon down the left hand side, his cross found Josh Humphriss who's shot was parried by the keeper and Joe Vose lobbed wide. Alveston were soon level when the industrious Matty Rickett won the ball in the middle of the park before threading a delightful ball for Josh Humphriss, who made no mistake with his finish, smashing the ball into the roof of the net.

Celebrations after the penatlies

The second half continued to be scrappy, with neither team able to create any real openings. Alex Connor was superb at the heart of the home defence, marshalling his players well and snuffing out any danger, whilst at the other end Roshen Foley & Jamie Stevens both went close. 

Alveston were unlucky not to wrap the game up in extra time, when Josh Humphriss hit an unstoppable shot from the edge of the area, which cannoned back off the crossbar, and did the same again only minutes later.

With the score level after extra time it was down to penalties. All the players from both sides who stepped forward and volunteered to take a penalty deserve an enormous amount of credit, and on this occasion it was Alveston who came out on top 3-1, with successful penalties from Roshen Foley, Alex Connor & Harry Coleman.     

Alveston v Santos Youth - Sunday 6 Feb at 11.00 Kick Off

Alveston v Santos Youth is a HOME match meeting at the Home Guard Club 10.15 for 11.00 Kick Off (not away)

About the opponents: Santos Youth, who defeated Whitley Juniors 2-1 in Round 2 of the Knock Out Cup, play their home football in Divsion B where they are currently in third place with 27 points (13 games, 9 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses). Santos Pitch is at Howes Community Primary School in Chelysemore, Coventry which is near the A46/A45 roundabout. So, it's down the A46 for them on Sunday.

Alveston in the Stratford Herald 27 Jan 2011

Alveston made the Stratford Herald this week

Next Game: Home v Southam United
Sunday 30 Jan 2011 11.00 kick off

Last Meeting with Southam was 2 Oct 2010
(4v1 Win)

Alveston 3v0 Whitley Juniors 23 January 2011

The Whitley Goalkeeper is finally beaten after an inspired first half goalkeeping display

Alveston continued their impressive run with a 3-0 victory against basement side Whitley. The home side only  managed one shot in the entire match in what was a completely one sided game. Alveston dominated the game and their passing & movement continually stretched the home defence. First Josh Humphriss had a shot well saved, and then after some good work from Alex Connor, Jamie Stephens had his shot blocked. The home keeper was in inspired form pulling off a string of good saves, culminating with a stunning save from Joe Vose's superbly struck volley from the edge of the area. The home side weren't without their share of luck as well when Matty Rickett hit the bar from a free kick, Joe Vose hit the post and even their defender managed to turn a cross from Josh Humphriss onto his own bar. It was a miracle the scores were still level at half-time.

The second half continued as the first with Alveston in total control, and their pressure finally told when after some good work by Alan Mackinnon down the left  found Joe Vose, who's first time shot was parried by the keeper, and the ever alert Jamie Stephens was on hand to fire home. Although Alveston deserved a second goal, the way it arrived was slightly fortuitous as the keeper seemed to have a shot from Joe Vose covered, until an unkind bounce lifted it over his head and into the net. Alan Mackinnon made it 3, when after a fine run & shot by Alex Connor came back off the post, he was the first to react to slide the ball past the keeper.

Alveston v Coventry Whitley Directions - Sunday 23 January 2011

Whitley Juniors Pitch Location at Binley

Once again it's up the A46 to Whitley Juniors. The pitch address is: Binley Recreation Ground, Grange Avenue 

Coventry CV3 2ED. The photo on the left shows a new building called The John White Community Centre which I am guessing maybe the entrance to the ground. There are three choices: Route 1 (St James Lane through Willenhall), Route 2 (straight up A46 with Uturn) and Route 3 (Sat Navs may choose this route via Allard Way). Note: Whitley now play in purple, so can all team members wear the sky blue kit (normal home kit). Meeting at the HGC for 9.45 for 10.15 at pitch for 11.00 kick off. 

Alveston 6v2 Coventry Jaguar Youth Match Report 16 January 2011

Alveston under 11's continue to prosper in the Coventy league with an emphatic 6-2 victory over Coventy Jaguars. Playing at home for the first time in almost two months, Alveston dominated from the very first whistle, and were ahead after only 30 seconds, even though it was the away side who took the kick-off! Joe Vose put their fullback under pressure, and his poor clearance fell to Josh Humphriss who, form the edge of the area, struck a superb shot into the top corner, leaving the keeper stranded.

The home side soon doubled their lead when Jamie Stephens was first to react to a Joe Vose cross to steer the ball home. With barely five minutes gone, Alveston scored a third, some good work from Matty Rickett found Josh Humphriss at the right hand edge of the area. This time he cut inside and fired a left foot shot into the bottom corner. The home side were dominating with Roshen Foley and Billy Dingley both going close, so it was a surprise when Coventry Jaguar pulled one back through a mix up in the usually reliable home defence.

Alveston soon restored their advantage though when a half cleared corner fell to Matty Rickett, who fired in a superb 35 yard shot into the far corner, leaving the keeper with no chance. The away team pulled another goal back, before Josh Humphriss knocked in Alveston's 5th and his hat-trick when he was released by Billy Dingley and fired past the by now despondent keeper. The home side eased off in the second half, and the defensive unit of Dan Malone, Jake Greaves & Jordon Pace dealt with any threat, and the home side still had enough to extend their lead further, when a Matty Rickett free kick was spilled by the keeper and Alan Mackinnon was first to react to stroke the ball home.

Match Results and Fixtures 2010-11

Updated on 30 Jan 2011

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Alveston v Coventry Jaguar Youth - Sunday 16 January 2011

Alveston will play their first Home Game of 2011 this Sunday against Coventry Jaguar Youth who are currently eight in the league with seven games played, three wins - four losses. Kick off is 11.00 with the team meeting at the normal time of 10.15 at the HGC.

Next Fixtures

16 Jan - Home v Coventry Jaguar

23 Jan - Away v Whitley Juniors

30 Jan - Home v Southam United

06 Feb - Home v Santos Youth (Cup)

13 Feb - Away v Mount Nod

20 Feb - No Game

27Feb - Home v Stratford Town

Alveston v Coundon Court Sunday 9 January 2011

HGC to Coundon Court School If you drive straight past the Coventry Sphinx ground (that we have played at twice) and head out of Coventry on the A45, it's not long before a right turn on A4114. 

Coundon is a good area of town with the Secondary School tucked out of sight down a lane. Alveston last played Coundon on 12 Sept 2010 with a narrow 0-1 loss.

11.00 Kick Off, 10.15 at Coundon Pitch.

Alveston Football Tournament June 2011

ALVESTON FOOTBALL CLUB 6-A-SIDE & 5-A-SIDE TOURNAMENT
11th & 12th June 2011

General Information (download this information)

1. Players must not exceed their age group at midnight on 31st August 2010. Random checks of player’s ages may be made during the tournament.

2. Kick Off times
Saturday 11th June –u8’s KO 10.00am. 6-A-Side & squad of 10.
Saturday 11th June -u13’s KO 10.00am. 5-A-Side & squad of 10.
Saturday 11th June – u11’s KO at 2.00pm. 6-A-Side & squad of 10.
Saturday 11th June - u12’s KO at 2.00pm. 5-A-Side & squad of 10.

Sunday 12th June – u9’s KO at 10.00am. 6-A-Side & squad of 10.
Sunday 12th June – u14’s KO at 10.00am. 5-A-Side & squad of 10
Sunday 12th June - u10’s KO at 2:00pm. 6-A-Side & squad of 10.
Sunday 12th June – Youth (U17 & U18’s) KO at 2:00pm. 5-A-Side & squad of 10.

3. The registration period for the sessions will be from 45 minutes before KO.
4. Each team manager must provide the organisers with the names and dates of birth of all their players, on the team sheet provided. This is to be completed and handed in on registration.
5. Under 8’s to Under 11’s will play 6-a-side, and Under 12’s to Youth will play 5-a-side. The maximum squad size for all age groups is 10 players.
6. All players must wear shin pads; they will not be allowed to compete otherwise.
7. No player may play for more than one team in the same age group.
8. Each team should have a change of shirt or bibs available in the event of a colour clash.
9. The second named team will require to change shirts should colours clash.
10. Only limited changing facilities are available on the day
11. First aid officials will be present on the day but we ask that managers be aware of any ailments that their players may suffer from such as Asthma etc, especially if the player’s parents are not present.
12. Please use the car parking areas provided. These are located at the Home guard club. The cost for car parking and programme is £3.00.
13. Hot and cold refreshments will be available throughout the day and a licensed bar open from lunchtime in the Home Guard Club.

Application Form for the Tournament in June 2011

Tournament Application Form Download

Cheques ( £20.00 Per Team ) should be made payable to ‘Alveston Juniors section account’ and returned to:

Hugh Mackinnon

36 Darlow Drive, Stratford Upon Avon

Warwickshire CV37 9DG

Mobile – 07967 011207

Applications are taken on a first come first served basis and must be accompanied by full payment. Confirmation will be sent once an application and payment have been received. Venue: Alveston FC, the Home Guard Club, Main Street, Tiddington, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7AY (Car park £3.00 per car)