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Monday 17th July 2023

Mabete joins The Trojans

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I'm delighted to have signed Filozofe Mabete and expect him to challenge Bolton Makwedza and Charlie Rutt for a starting place in central defence.

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On 18/01/2023 at 21:31, JaytheGreat said:

Well at the very least it looks like you've brought in some good players.

Thanks, @JaytheGreat. I think so... but we shall see.

I'm hoping to progress the save some more over the weekend.

Been working on FM23 Winter Update research this week but have broken the back of it now.

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Monday 17th July 2023

Willington v Staveley Miners Welfare

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Hall Lane Ground, Willington, Durham

[For locals, note this is not the Willington, near Repton, Derbyshire]

What I don't get is that when I was arranging friendly matches myself, the Staveley Miners Welfare Board wouldn't authorise travel costs to play at our local rivals Shirebrook Town, but when my backroom staff arrange friendlies the Board approve travel costs for a 121.5 mile trip to Durham?????

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Willington AFC play in the Northern League Division 2, Tier 10, so they are playing a tier below us.

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We're still without Angus Chapman and will, once again, go with a different 11 in both halves.

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It's still pre-season so I'm not going to read too much into this performance but, to be fair, it was disappointing in the first-half and very frustrating in the second-half.

We struggled in the first-half. Not so much defensively, but going forward we struggled to create anything of note.

We conceded a soft goal just before the break, one we really should have done better with.

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After the break we were much better and created a lot of chances.

Trialist Lewis Salmon missed a great chance to equalise soon after the restart, then did score a few minutes later, when their goalkeeper was caught in no-man's land and Lewis looped a header over him.

We really should have taken the lead but had a couple of attempts cleared off the line, plus a few more goalmouth scrambles where we weren't committed enough and Willington cleared their lines.

Unfortunately, David Richardson (DC) and trialist Joel Torrance (GK) got in a muddle, both leaving the ball too each other, allowing their striker to nip in and score an easy goal.

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We went more attacking after that, but couldn't find the equaliser our second-half performance deserved.

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Wednesday 19th July 2023

Board unable to find senior affiliate

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On 15/01/2023 at 20:30, Stuniverse said:

Saturday 15th July 2023

Am I finally influencing Terry?

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Thursday 20th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare sign Williams

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I see Brad Williams as one for the future but I feel he can contribute straight away as cover / back-up on both wings.

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Thursday 20th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare v Hartlepool United

Friendly (5)

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We entertain League Two Hartlepool United at Inkersall Road, in the first of three home fixtures that are probably more about raising money for the football club than anything else.

But Hartlepool United, followed by National League Notts County and National League North Alfreton Town will be good tests for the players.

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Angus Chapman has passed a fitness test and will be on the bench.

It's good to see him back but, as we intend to give 11 players 90 minutes today, and another 11 players 90 minutes against Notts County next time out, we're hoping Angus can just rest on the bench today.

Charlie Rutt and Mitchell George have looked tired in training so we'll have to keep a close eye on them as they may not last the full match.

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This is why we love football, isn't it? Last time out we lost to Willington AFC who play a tier below us and, today, we beat Hartlepool United who are full-time professionals and play five tiers above us.

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I thought we were good value for the win as well.

D'Andre Wainwright scored the only goal after two minutes, following a brilliant team move down the left that involved Ben MidgleySonny BestSam Sharrock-Peplow and Mitchell George with the assist.

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We created more good chances after that. We also defended very well and I was delighted with the clean sheet.

Trialist goalkeeper, Ollie Battersby, showed why he's impressed us with some fine saves. We've offered Ollie a deal but expect he'll have other offers.

It was great to see a 594 attendance inside Inkersall Road and I hope the 375 Trojans in the crowd enjoyed it.

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Friday 21st July 2023

Job Vacancies

There are 11 managerial vacancies in the save currently and none of them are for local football clubs.

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For the first time, since I started this save, the job vacancies comfortably fit on one screen.

When I looked on Day 1 of this save (game date: Monday 27th June 2022), there were over 250 managerial vacancies at Tier 10 alone.

I have no idea how many overall job vacancies there were in the save as a whole.

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Saturday 22nd July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare v Notts County

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Last time out against Hartlepool United we gave 11 players the full 90 minutes.

Today, against Notts County of the National League, who play four tiers above us, we plan on giving a different 11 players 90 minutes.

Angus Chapman is still recovering from an ankle problem. We'll start Angus, but he may not last the distance.

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Wow! What an incredible game.

In the first-half, we defended very well and kept Notts County out but didn't create much ourselves.

After the break, we remained steadfast at the back and started to create some chances of our own.

Angus Chapman was twice denied by brilliant saves from their goalkeeper.

Trialist Ethan McLeod gave us an 85th minute lead.

On 90 minutes, substitute Waide Fairhurst doubled our lead.

I know it's only pre-season, but I'm so proud of the players.

Hopefully the 491 Trojans in an Inkersall Road crowd of 673 enjoyed this one.

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Monday 24th July 2023

Wallace becomes a Trojan

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I think Jake Wallace can come in and straight away compete with Kane Patterson for the starting right-back spot.

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Monday 24th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare sign Voase

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Ben Voase joins us as a Breakthrough Prospect but I think he can put more pressure on our #1 goalkeeper Sam Kellett at the moment than our other Breakthrough Prospect Sam Agius

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Tuesday 25th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare add Parkinson to squad

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I see Tom Parkinson as a squad player, but his ability to play a number of different positions could see him figure prominently off the bench.

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Friday 28th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare sign another goalkeeper

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Sam Kellett was our first-choice goalkeeper for the second half of last season and I've seen nothing in pre-season to suggest he shouldn't be our number one.

But Ollie Battersby really impressed us on trial, and was magnificent during our 1-0 victory over Hartlepool United, so it was a no-brainer to offer him a deal. Ollie is more than good enough to be our number one so he'll keep Sam on his toes.

I know it'll be difficult to keep both Sam and Ollie happy but, as Staveley Miners Welfare manager, I know I have two goalkeepers more than good enough to be our number one with two very good Breakthrough Prospects waiting in the wings. I'm very happy with our strength in depth in the goalkeeping department.

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Friday 28th July 2023

FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round draw

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We will open our competitive season with a visit to the Ruby Civil Arena to play Padiham in the FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round.

Padiham play in the North West Counties League Premier Division, Tier 9, so Padiham are at the same level in the football pyramid as us.

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Saturday 28th July 2023

Stuniverse signs yet another goalkeeper for Staveley MW

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Honestly, with Sam Kellett and Ollie Battersby competing to be our number one goalkeeper, plus Ben Voase and Sam Agius as Breakthrough Prospects, I wasn't looking to sign another goalkeeper.

But when the opportunity arose to bring a goalkeeper as good as Sam Waller to Staveley Miners Welfare, I just couldn't help myself.

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Saturday 29th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare v Alfreton Town

Friendly (7)

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We couldn't get Nathan Waterston and Angus Chapman through 90 minutes last time out against Notts County so they'll both start against Vanarama National League North Alfreton Town today.

I'm very happy with the squad we've assembled so far, and the strength in depth, and we only have one trialist, Aaron Atkinson, with us at the moment. We like Aaron, and have offered him a deal, so Aaron will also start today.

A couple of recent signings, Sam Waller and Tom Parkinson, also start.

The rest of the team will be players who haven't played much so far this pre-season.

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This was always going to be a tough game for us against an Alfreton Town team who play three tiers above us.

Defensively, we struggled against their big, strong front two of Matt Rhead and Tom Denton, who both scored against us.

But we battled hard, pushed Alfreton all the way, and twice equalised.

Lamin Jagne made it 1-1 when he headed in Tom Parkinson's free-kick.

Angus Chapman made it 2-2 from the penalty spot, after Ryan Charnley had been shoved in the penalty area.

We probably could've pushed Angus through the full game but, on pre-game medical advice, we took him off after 66 minutes.

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Sunday 30th July 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare sign Atkinson

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Aaron Atkinson joins us and will compete for a place in the heart of our midfield. Aaron is young enough that he can improve as well.

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Tuesday 1st August 2023

Hope leaves Staveley for Charnock Richard

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I'm fine with this. Callum Hope was a squad player last season and did well in the four league matches he played for us.

This summer Callum has been pushed further down the pecking order with the signings of Ben Midgley and Aaron Atkinson.

I wish him all the best for the future. Callum's 28 now, hasn't played much football during his career, and needs to be playing for somebody.

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Wednesday 2nd August 2023

AFC Blackpool v Staveley Miners Welfare

Friendly (8)

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We have two pre-season friendlies left to play before the serious, competitive matches start.

Today we travel to AFC Blackpool who play in the North West Counties League Division 1 North, in Tier 10, a level below us.

For this match, and the Burscough game on Saturday, we'll be approaching them as if they were competitive games.

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Our medical team still think we'll only get an hour out of Angus Chapman so we'll probably put him on the bench with a view to seeing if we can give him playing time in the second-half, with a view to him possibly starting against Burscough.

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Mechanics Ground, Blackpool

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We looked sharp and ready for the season today.

D'Andre Wainwright scored a hat-trick, two before the break, one after and I thought we looked comfortable throughout.

Ryan Barr scored a late consolation for AFC Blackpool - probably the best goal anybody has scored against us, a 25-yard thunderbolt that went in off the underside of the bar and gave Sam Waller no chance.

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Saturday 5th August 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare v Burscough

Friendly (9)

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We finish off our pre-season by entertaining Burscough of the North West Counties League Premier Division. Like us, Burscough play at Tier 9.

We're going to start Angus Chapman today and, based on medical advice, replace him after about 75 minutes.

Charlie Rutt (DC) and Jake Wallace (DR) are looking tired after Wednesday's game against AFC Blackpool so they'll be on the bench.

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Inkersall Road, Staveley.

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We wanted to round off our pre-season with a win in front of our Trojans fans at Inkersall Road but, unfortunately, it wasn't to be.

I thought we should have won and, nine times out of ten that performance gets us the win but, not today.

Angus Chapman gave us an early 4th minute lead and we created a lot more chances after that, testing both their first-half and second-half goalkeepers far more than they tested Sam Waller and Ollie Battersby (last 28 minutes), but we couldn't score a second goal.

Burscough equalised just before the half hour mark, with a rare attack, when we switched off and didn't pick up a far post runner.

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We changed to an Attacking mentality for the last 20 minutes but still couldn't find a second goal.

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That's it for pre-season. Bring on the competitive season.

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Monday 7th August 2023

2023/24 Season starts on Saturday

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I'm very happy with our pre-season matches.

The early defeats to Mansfield Town and Chesterfield were, probably, to be expected.

I'm particularly pleased with the five match unbeaten run at the end where we beat Hartlepool United, Notts County and drew with Alfreton Town.

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The media expect us to win the Northern Counties East League Premier Division.

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The bookmakers also expect us to top the Northern Counties East League Premier Division.

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Tuesday 8th August 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare Captains

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I've decided to retain Tom Bell as my team captain.

But, as my player / assistant manager Pat Lindley won't play much, if at all, I spoke to him and we've appointed Sam Sharrock-Peplow as vice-captain.

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Wednesday 9th August 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare Squad

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As we rapidly approach the start of the new season, I'm very pleased with the Staveley Miners Welfare squad we've assembled.

I think we have quality and depth in all positions.

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Saturday 12th August 2023

Preview: Padiham (away)

FA Cup Extra Preliminary Qualifying Round

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Padiham play in the North West Counties League Premier Division, Tier 9 like ourselves.

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We've had a good pre-season and we're ready. Let's get the new season underway.

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The squad have a clean bill of health and we've done a great job of getting them all match fit during pre-season.

In the FA Cup, I have the luxury of being able to name seven substitutes.

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Saturday 12th August 2023

Padiham v Staveley Miners Welfare

FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round

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Ruby Civil Arena, Padiham

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We didn't get to play in the FA Cup last season as we were too low in the football pyramid so, following our promotion, it's a real thrill to be playing in this historic competition.

And to get a win, away from home, that's very, very special.

I thought we deserved the win, having more possession and creating a lot more chances than Padiham.

Mitchell George gave us an early lead.

Padiham equalised just before the half hour mark.

D'Andre Wainwright then scored two goals in three minutes and we led 3-1 at the break.

In the second-half, we played with our heads and saw the game out comfortably.

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Sunday 13th August 2023

FA Cup Preliminary Round Draw

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We've drawn Hucknall Town in the FA Cup Prelimary Round.

We're away but it's a short journey of about 21 miles.

Hucknall Town play in the United Counties League Premier Division North, Tier 9, the same level as we play and, just like us, they were promoted from Tier 10 last season.

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Saturday 19th August 2023

Preview: Barton Town (Home)

Northern Counties East League Premier Division (1)

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Today we get our Northern Counties East League Premier Division campaign underway when we host Barton Town at Inkersall Road.

We've been looking forward to this moment since we clinched promotion at the end of last season.

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We came through our 3-1 FA Cup win at Padiham unscathed so we still have an empty medical room.

We'll go with an unchanged starting 11.

Unfortunately, back to the league means two less substitutes than we could name in the FA Cup.

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Saturday 19th August 2023

Staveley Miners Welfare v Barton Town

Northern Counties East League Premier Division (1)

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Inkersall Road, Staveley

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We wanted to get off to a winning start in front of our own Trojans fans at Inkersall Road and we're delighted we could do just that.

Our victory was well deserved as we controlled the game from start to finish.

Ben Midgley gave us a seventh minute lead with a 25-yard volley.

Mitchell George made it 2-0 after 12 minutes.

D'Andre Wainwright wrapped up the scoring after half an hour.

We defended well and Barton Town never really looked like scoring.

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Wednesday 23rd August 2023

Preview: Handsworth (away)

Northern Counties East League Premier Division (2)

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We have no injury concerns I'm delighted to say.

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We'll be unchanged against Handsworth - same starting 11, same subs bench.

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Wednesday 23rd August 2023

Handsworth v Staveley Miners Welfare

Northern Counties East League Premier Division (2)

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Express Worktops Stadium at Olivers Mount, Sheffield

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We started the game well and D'Andre Wainwright gave us a third minute lead.

Mitchell George doubled our lead after 26 minutes.

We looked comfortable in the game but a lapse of concentration allowed Handsworth to pull one back on 67 minutes.

That meant a very nervy last 20-25 minutes but we managed to see the game out for three points.

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On 24/01/2023 at 01:49, warlock said:

Looking like a good start to the season. How's Sonny "Georgie" Best doing for you? I'm not seeing a lot of goals or assists, but that doesn't mean he isn't performing!

Thank you. I'm very happy with the start we've made, @warlock

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It's early in the season but, yes, I would say Sonny Best is contributing so far. I watch the games on Extended Highlights and he's certainly involved in the highlights even though he hasn't got any goals or assists yet.

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Saturday 26th August 2023

Preview: Hucknall Town (away)

FA Cup Preliminary Round

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We're excited about this FA Cup Preliminary Round cup-tie and a short trip to Hucknall Town.

Like us, Hucknall Town were promoted from Tier 10 to Tier 9 last season so it won't be as easy as people are predicting. We're expecting a difficult game.

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We have no injury concerns so we're going unchanged.

The FA Cup does allow me to name seven subs rather than our usual five.

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Saturday 26th August 2023

Hucknall Town v Staveley Miners Welfare

FA Cup Preliminary Round

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Watnall Road, Hucknall

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We're taking the FA Cup very seriously. We know we're not going to win the whole thing but it has the potential to be a real money spinner for us. Each round we can progress through, the more money we can make and that's vital for a football club like Staveley Miners Welfare.

So we're delighted to have made the short trip to Hucknall Town, not one of our traditional rivals but a local club none-the-less, and win through to the next round.

The game started off tight, and even, with chances at both ends.

But then we blew them away with three goals in six minutes midway through the first-half.

A hat-trick for Mitchell George, all three assisted by D'Andre Wainwright.

Sonny Bell made it 4-0 after the break.

The clean sheet would've been nice, but Filozofe Mabete gave away a needless penalty late on and Sam Waller was unable to prevent Hucknall scoring a consolation goal from the spot.

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On 24/01/2023 at 01:49, warlock said:

Looking like a good start to the season. How's Sonny "Georgie" Best doing for you? I'm not seeing a lot of goals or assists, but that doesn't mean he isn't performing!

@warlock

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Sonny Best scoring his first goal of the season against Hucknall Town in the FA Cup Preliminary Round.

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Sunday 27th August 2023

FA Cup Draw

1st Qualifying Round

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Hyde United are 8th in the Northern Premier League Premier Division (Tier 7) so they play two tiers above us (in the same Division as Belper Town who I had a job interview with in the summer).

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Wednesday 30th August 2023

Preview: Golcar United (away)

Northern Counties East League Premier Division

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We're unchanged apart from Jake Wallace and Lamin Jagne missing out as we're back to five subs, instead of seven today in the league.

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Wednesday 30th August 2023

Golcar United v Staveley Miners Welfare

Northern Counties East League Premier Division

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Skye Direct Arena, Golcar

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We won, and obviously I'm pleased about that, but I'm far from happy.

At 3-0 and 5-1 up, we should have comfortably won this one and not been hanging on at 5-4 at the death.

Strikers Mitchell George and D'Andre Wainwright both scored. Our captain Tom Bell got his first goal for the club from 20 yards.

3-0 at half-time and looking comfortable, we really should have seen the second-half out comfortably.

After they pulled one back, Sonny Best collected the ball outside our own penalty area, ran two-thirds the length of the pitch, before coolly scoring to make it 4-1 with 25 minutes remaining.

Then Angus Chapman opened his account for Staveley Miners Welfare from the penalty spot. 5-1 with 16 minutes to go.

What happened after that, conceding three goals, really was unacceptable, although I do have to give credit to Golcar United for never giving up.

We won, and I'm sure it was exciting for the neutrals, but I don't want any more exciting games like that.

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2 minutes ago, Punch said:

That's a heart attack inducer :lol:

Tell me about it, @Punch It certainly was.

I don't want any more games like that...

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Saturday 2nd September 2023

Preview: Garforth Town (Home)

Northern Counties East League Premier Division

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It's good to be back at Home at Inkersall Road and we're looking to put on a performance to cheer The Trojans fans.

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No injuries, but Filozofe Mabete (DC), Charlie Rutt (DC), Ben Midgley (MC) and Lewis Farmer (AMR) have all been looking tired.

Bolton MakwedzaSteven Johnson-Fikula, Aaron Atkinson and Nathan Waterston all come in for them.

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