What a great fight back! 3-0 down early in the second half, it seemed as if the Bulls were heading for defeat until Jack smashed home his first goal of the season to begin to turn things around.
The first half was a familiar story. The Bulls more than matched New Windsor but just couldn't get the ball into the net. Two fast break aways from the Eagles caught our defence cold and we went in the break two goals behind.
Boosted by the arrival of Callum at half time, the Bulls went in the second half with plenty of confidence, but disaster struck in the first few minutes. Yet again the Eagles broke quickly after the Bulls lost possession and unbelievably it was 3-0!
But the Bulls never gave up. Oliver kept encouraging the team, Max, Janni, Jack and Lewis worked their socks off, Joel made every tackle, Jamie and Callum competed for every ball. When New Windsor did break out of their half Josh was always alert in goal.
Eventually the Bulls pressure paid off. Max's shot bounced off a New Windsor defender and Jack seized on the chance to put the Bulls back in the game. It was one way traffic for the rest of the second half. A shot from Oliver was pushed out by the Eagles keeper and Jamie reacted quickly to keep up his excellent recent goalscoring record.
With the Bulls pushing for an equaliser, New Windsor almost caught us again on the break: having their fourth goal ruled out by the sharped-eyed ref for a push on Lewis.
With two minutes to go the Bulls won a free kick just outside of the New Windsor area. Up stepped Oliver. It was in the same place as the free kick Olly converted to grab a 3-3 draw against Old Windsor Tigers a few weeks ago. Could he possibly do it again? The free kick was struck just as crisply, the New Windsor wall scattered, the keeper was beaten... but this time the ball rebounded off a post. A crazy goal mouth scramble failed to get the ball over the line and it seemed that the Bulls had lost after all.
But there was one more twist! With one of the goals of the season so far - a rocket from the edge of the box into the top corner - Janni grabbed the equaliser in the very last minute. A great goal, a super effort and a fabulous fight back! Well done Bulls!
motm : Jamie - battled superbly, hit the net yet again, his passing improves every match
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Chalfont St Cobras 2 Bulls 1
How the Bulls lost this we will never know!
The Bulls dominated possession from the start. With most of the first ten minutes spent in the Cobras half it seemed only a matter of time until the Bulls would take the lead.
A long kick from the Cobras' keeper - on a smaller than usual pitch - bounced over our defenders heads and flew past Jordan in goal. Unbelievably, 1-0! With the Bulls still stunned at being behind, a rare Cobras corner was pushed into the air by Jordan and a Cobras striker reacted quickly to put Chalfont two up.
At half time, the Bulls were still confident of making a come back. Everybody could see that the Bulls had been the better team and the Bulls remained in good spirits. Janni summed it up: "That was the funniest goal I've ever seen!".
The Bulls bombarded the Cobras goal throughout the second half. A succession of superb corners from Max led to chance after chance. Headers flew over, volleys hit the side netting, the Cobras keeper pulled off a couple of fantastic saves. Eventually Jamie got the break though, after Callum had touched on yet another of Max's corners. More goals seemed sure to follow as the Bulls spent the rest of the half in or around the Cobra's penalty area, but somehow the equaliser never came.
The Cobra's manager said after the game, "We rode our luck a bit there!". That's football. Hopefully, the Bulls will get their share of good luck soon.
Max was man of the match, for his all-round play and for delivering so many quality corners.
motm: Max
The Bulls dominated possession from the start. With most of the first ten minutes spent in the Cobras half it seemed only a matter of time until the Bulls would take the lead.
A long kick from the Cobras' keeper - on a smaller than usual pitch - bounced over our defenders heads and flew past Jordan in goal. Unbelievably, 1-0! With the Bulls still stunned at being behind, a rare Cobras corner was pushed into the air by Jordan and a Cobras striker reacted quickly to put Chalfont two up.
At half time, the Bulls were still confident of making a come back. Everybody could see that the Bulls had been the better team and the Bulls remained in good spirits. Janni summed it up: "That was the funniest goal I've ever seen!".
The Bulls bombarded the Cobras goal throughout the second half. A succession of superb corners from Max led to chance after chance. Headers flew over, volleys hit the side netting, the Cobras keeper pulled off a couple of fantastic saves. Eventually Jamie got the break though, after Callum had touched on yet another of Max's corners. More goals seemed sure to follow as the Bulls spent the rest of the half in or around the Cobra's penalty area, but somehow the equaliser never came.
The Cobra's manager said after the game, "We rode our luck a bit there!". That's football. Hopefully, the Bulls will get their share of good luck soon.
Max was man of the match, for his all-round play and for delivering so many quality corners.
motm: Max
Chalfont St Sharks 4 Rams 1
The Rams had one of the toughest tests this week, going to Chalfont Sharks who are one of the strong teams in the league, with only a bare seven players and then at the last minute having to play with only six .
The boys took up the challenge without any hesitation and started the game by putting Chalfont under pressure from the off by tackling and chasing every ball. Some great crosses from James and Tom nearly gave us an early goal, if it wasn't for the under pressure chalfont defence just clearing their goal line. On the rare occasion Chalfont got through our solid defence, we had Ben on fantastic form pulling off some excellent saves.
Then the break came when James played the ball to Lewis who drove the ball into the box. A deflection took the ball past the Chalfont keeper.
After half time and a well earned rest, the boys kept battling with Arran not just winning the ball but passing the ball onto Tom whose shot just went past the post. Chalfont started to use the extra player more and, but for Sean's tough tackling and and skills, could have equalized. Chalfont pressured more and scored from a well taken corner. Chalfont had to wait till near the end before they got their winning goals.
The lads heads did not go down and they battled to the end. Man of the match went to every single one of the team for a brave effort, even the Chalfont supporters praised the Rams efforts knowing that if we had a full team the win would have been ours.
motm: Arran, Ben, James, Lewis, Sean, Tom
The boys took up the challenge without any hesitation and started the game by putting Chalfont under pressure from the off by tackling and chasing every ball. Some great crosses from James and Tom nearly gave us an early goal, if it wasn't for the under pressure chalfont defence just clearing their goal line. On the rare occasion Chalfont got through our solid defence, we had Ben on fantastic form pulling off some excellent saves.
Then the break came when James played the ball to Lewis who drove the ball into the box. A deflection took the ball past the Chalfont keeper.
After half time and a well earned rest, the boys kept battling with Arran not just winning the ball but passing the ball onto Tom whose shot just went past the post. Chalfont started to use the extra player more and, but for Sean's tough tackling and and skills, could have equalized. Chalfont pressured more and scored from a well taken corner. Chalfont had to wait till near the end before they got their winning goals.
The lads heads did not go down and they battled to the end. Man of the match went to every single one of the team for a brave effort, even the Chalfont supporters praised the Rams efforts knowing that if we had a full team the win would have been ours.
motm: Arran, Ben, James, Lewis, Sean, Tom
Monday, November 10, 2008
Sunday 16th November
Chalfont Saints Sharks v RAMS ko 10am
Chalfont Saints Cobras v BULLS 10am
Please be there by 0930 for pre match warm up
We are away this weekend @
The National Epilepsy Centre in Chalfont, off Chesham Lane, SL9 0RJ.
Both games are due to kick off at the same time 10am.
Chalfont Saints Cobras v BULLS 10am
Please be there by 0930 for pre match warm up
We are away this weekend @
The National Epilepsy Centre in Chalfont, off Chesham Lane, SL9 0RJ.
Both games are due to kick off at the same time 10am.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Assistance Please
Can you please help out with carrying the goals over on match days? All help is greatly appreciated.
Bulls 3 Old Windsor Tigers 3
An exciting, end-to-end match with some great goals!
A closely fought first half saw the Bulls get on the score sheet with another excellent solo-effort from Jamie. Unfortunately a defensive mix-up at the other end meant that we went into the break level.
The second half saw chances at both ends. A well taken goal from Callum gave the Bulls a brief lead before Old Windsor stormed back to equalise and then to lead 3-2.
With time running out, the Bulls earned a free kick a few metres outside of the penalty area. Oliver stepped forward and fired an unstoppable shot past the wall and beyond the Tigers keeper. 3-3!
The Bulls are improving steadily. Work on throw-ins at training has begun to pay off (much better throw ins!) and we are attacking more quickly. Keep it up Bulls!
Oliver was a popular choice for motm. As well as his superb free kick, Olly led the defence against a fast and skilful Old Windsor attack. At times Olly had three different partners in defence but managed to keep a good shape and gave the team great leadership.
motm : Oliver
A closely fought first half saw the Bulls get on the score sheet with another excellent solo-effort from Jamie. Unfortunately a defensive mix-up at the other end meant that we went into the break level.
The second half saw chances at both ends. A well taken goal from Callum gave the Bulls a brief lead before Old Windsor stormed back to equalise and then to lead 3-2.
With time running out, the Bulls earned a free kick a few metres outside of the penalty area. Oliver stepped forward and fired an unstoppable shot past the wall and beyond the Tigers keeper. 3-3!
The Bulls are improving steadily. Work on throw-ins at training has begun to pay off (much better throw ins!) and we are attacking more quickly. Keep it up Bulls!
Oliver was a popular choice for motm. As well as his superb free kick, Olly led the defence against a fast and skilful Old Windsor attack. At times Olly had three different partners in defence but managed to keep a good shape and gave the team great leadership.
motm : Oliver
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Rams 2 Real Holtspur 0
The SYCOB Rams lined up against the only other team in Division A with an undefeated record, something had to give. Real Holtspur had recently beaten our arch rivals Burnham Whites doing us a favour in the process!
After a minutes silence for Rememberance Sunday the game was underway, the Rams started brightly and dominated early possession not giving a second for Real to get their foot on the ball and pick a pass. The lions share of the chances went to the home side with the deadlock being broken just before half time with Tom Scott finishing an excellent series of passes with a tap in from close range, Lewis Dudzik crossing the square ball accross the box to allow Tommy an easy tap in. The first half finnished 1-0.
The second half continued in a similar fashion to the first half with the same levels of determination. Corey had a chance to make it 2-0 after some great passing and movement opened up the space, the ball was squared leaving the goal empty open for a tap in but Corey couldnt sort his feet out in time to make the finnish. But less than 5 minutes later a carbon copy of the first goal and the earlier chance saw Corey working his way to the byline and rolling an excellent pass to set up James who made no mistake and buried the ball into the open goal to wrap the game up with minutes left on the clock.
One of our best performances this season, Lewis, Tom, James, Corey were on top form. Dogged defending from Callum, Ben and Sean and a couple of decent saves Connor ensured a clean sheet for the Beaconsfield Boys, well done to all the lads!
MOTM went to the energetic Corey Edwards for another excellent performance dominating the Central midfield with his tough tackling!
After a minutes silence for Rememberance Sunday the game was underway, the Rams started brightly and dominated early possession not giving a second for Real to get their foot on the ball and pick a pass. The lions share of the chances went to the home side with the deadlock being broken just before half time with Tom Scott finishing an excellent series of passes with a tap in from close range, Lewis Dudzik crossing the square ball accross the box to allow Tommy an easy tap in. The first half finnished 1-0.
The second half continued in a similar fashion to the first half with the same levels of determination. Corey had a chance to make it 2-0 after some great passing and movement opened up the space, the ball was squared leaving the goal empty open for a tap in but Corey couldnt sort his feet out in time to make the finnish. But less than 5 minutes later a carbon copy of the first goal and the earlier chance saw Corey working his way to the byline and rolling an excellent pass to set up James who made no mistake and buried the ball into the open goal to wrap the game up with minutes left on the clock.
One of our best performances this season, Lewis, Tom, James, Corey were on top form. Dogged defending from Callum, Ben and Sean and a couple of decent saves Connor ensured a clean sheet for the Beaconsfield Boys, well done to all the lads!
MOTM went to the energetic Corey Edwards for another excellent performance dominating the Central midfield with his tough tackling!
Monday, November 3, 2008
Hillingdon Youth 4 Bulls 1 (League Plate)
A harsh scoreline does not reflect how well the Bulls played against Division A opposition.
After losing a goal in the first minute (a mix up from a goal kick) the Bulls battled back, equalising a few minutes later with a fabulous individual effort from Jamie. The rest of the first half was very even : Hillingdon having most of the possession, but the Bulls defending well and looking dangerous on the break. An excellent goal by Hillingdon just before the break made the half time score 2-1.
Playing without subs on a big, muddy pitch, the second half was always going to be hard work for the Bulls, but the boys battled away superbly. Callum and Jamie were awesome in midfield, winning lots of possession and getting forward to threaten the Hillingdon goal.
A fast Hillingdon break away midway through the half caught us outnumbered in defence and led to Hillingdon's third goal. Even when Hillingdon added a fourth - an unfortunate deflection from a fierce cross - the Bulls kept battling until the end.
It was hard to pick a man of the match on a day when everybody gave 100%, but Josh deserves special mention for superb effort and amazing energy. Imagine the Duracell bunny after three shredded wheats and you'll have a good idea of Josh's non-stop performance. Well done Josh!
If the Bulls can reproduce this effort in the league matches then results are sure to improve. Even though we lost this match, there was a lot to be proud of.
Motm : Josh
After losing a goal in the first minute (a mix up from a goal kick) the Bulls battled back, equalising a few minutes later with a fabulous individual effort from Jamie. The rest of the first half was very even : Hillingdon having most of the possession, but the Bulls defending well and looking dangerous on the break. An excellent goal by Hillingdon just before the break made the half time score 2-1.
Playing without subs on a big, muddy pitch, the second half was always going to be hard work for the Bulls, but the boys battled away superbly. Callum and Jamie were awesome in midfield, winning lots of possession and getting forward to threaten the Hillingdon goal.
A fast Hillingdon break away midway through the half caught us outnumbered in defence and led to Hillingdon's third goal. Even when Hillingdon added a fourth - an unfortunate deflection from a fierce cross - the Bulls kept battling until the end.
It was hard to pick a man of the match on a day when everybody gave 100%, but Josh deserves special mention for superb effort and amazing energy. Imagine the Duracell bunny after three shredded wheats and you'll have a good idea of Josh's non-stop performance. Well done Josh!
If the Bulls can reproduce this effort in the league matches then results are sure to improve. Even though we lost this match, there was a lot to be proud of.
Motm : Josh
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Rams 2 Eton Wick 0 (League Cup)
The Rams lined up against Eton Wick in the 1st Round of the League Cup knowing that victory would see them proceed to the next round.
The SYCOB boys dominated possession against a big strong side and they made the breakthrough after some good passing and movement through midfield finnished with a low shot from Corey Edwards past the keeper. Eton Wick threatened an equaliser hitting us on the break a couple of times but the Rams defence was too strong for them. Several top saves from the Eton Wick keeper ensured the first half score line was only 1-0.
The second half continued much the same as the first with the home side dominating the play, it was backs against the wall from Eton who ensured they had plenty of lads behind the ball to try and limit the damage. Sean Chivers shifted the ball to work the space for a shot on goal that was poked in from close range by Tom Scott. James Heady was in good form again, Lewis was hard working as usual and all the boys can take credit for a well fought victory which see the Rams progress into the 2nd Round. Arran did well once again, kept possession well and picked out some great passes, Callum and Connor Campbell ensured the Rams kept a clean sheet and limited the Away sides chances!
MOTM went to Sean Chivers for a fine performance, once again displaying his versatility by playing in 3 different positions during the match, well done Sean!
The SYCOB boys dominated possession against a big strong side and they made the breakthrough after some good passing and movement through midfield finnished with a low shot from Corey Edwards past the keeper. Eton Wick threatened an equaliser hitting us on the break a couple of times but the Rams defence was too strong for them. Several top saves from the Eton Wick keeper ensured the first half score line was only 1-0.
The second half continued much the same as the first with the home side dominating the play, it was backs against the wall from Eton who ensured they had plenty of lads behind the ball to try and limit the damage. Sean Chivers shifted the ball to work the space for a shot on goal that was poked in from close range by Tom Scott. James Heady was in good form again, Lewis was hard working as usual and all the boys can take credit for a well fought victory which see the Rams progress into the 2nd Round. Arran did well once again, kept possession well and picked out some great passes, Callum and Connor Campbell ensured the Rams kept a clean sheet and limited the Away sides chances!
MOTM went to Sean Chivers for a fine performance, once again displaying his versatility by playing in 3 different positions during the match, well done Sean!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Jack's back!
It was great to see Jack Breith back in training on Saturday. Jack has missed the whole season so far since getting injured in training, but if his two goals in Saturday's practise match are anything to go by it won't be long until he is banging in the goals for the Bulls again. Welcome back Jack!
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