TOURNAMENTS
Third round of matches in Over 50's League Report
The Spireites Over-50s team played their third round of matches in the Derbyshire League on Weds 22nd October. It was a relatively successful evening of walking football.
In the first game, the Spireites drew 0-0 with Stanton. That may sound like an uninspiring game but the Spireites dominated the game and had numerous chances to win the game. However, a combination of poor finishing and an inspired display from the Stanton keeper left the score goalless. The Spireites Man of the Match was Shawn Ward.
The second game was against the current unbeaten team of Old Sawley. In a very even and competitive game, the Spireites again had chances to win but fell behind to a breakaway goal and were unable to claw it back, losing 0-1. Again there was some good football but let down by poor finishing.The Spireites Man of the Match was Darren Townsend.
In the final match, the boys in blue played thier best football of the night against Old Kilburn. After an even first half, the Spireites took the lead when Yashin Umerji's lovely through pass was converted by Simeon Turner. Unfortunately the lead was short lived as Kilburn immediately equalised. This set off a spark in the Spireites who took over the game and re-took the lead when Darryl Davies picked up a loose ball and finished in the corner. Playing possession football, the Spireites then frustrated their opposition and picked up a third goal when Nigel Strong's through ball was fired into the top corner by Davies. A fourth goal came in the final minute as another Strong assist allowed Davies to complete his hat trick. Final score was 4-1 to the Spireites and the Man of the Match was Darryl Davies.
As the Spireites Over-50s become more used to the pitch, the size 4 ball and the style of play, they are expect to continue to improve and climb the league table. Well done to all players!
Second Round of matches in Over 60's League Report
The second round of matches for the Over 60's took place in mid-October against two strong teams, Nottingham Bramcote Whites and defending league champions Nottingham Reds.
The first match was a very tight game with little between the teams . Early in the second half Steve Housley did what Steve Housley does, a low right foot shot in the bottom corner that the keeper almost saved. One nil to the Spireites. Nottingham Bramcote Whites then pressed forward more for the equiliser. However, Manu Raju intercepted the ball on half way and shot low and hard to beat the keeper. Spireites saw out the game well, keeping possession to secure a good win.
Final Score Nottingaham Bramcote Whites 0 Chesterfield Senior Spireites 2. HT 0-0
The second match was very closely fought and despite the score line it was of good quality with both teams going man for man in and out of possession. As a result there were few clear chances, however the game will be remembered for a world class fingertip save at full stretch from John Warner. It is a shame we dont have the video it was that good .
A fair result and a cracking match of walking football that was well referreeed that added to the flow of the game.
Final Score Nottingham Reds 0 Chesterfield Senior Spireites 0
Terry Ashley, the Senoir Spireites Manager commented at the end if the game that " I could not be more proud of the boys today. We played as a team, not individuals".
Match Day Squad: Rob Church, Steve Housley, John Warner, John Quinn, Dave Simpson, Dave Walker, Manohar Raju, Carl Gibbins.
Manager: Terry Ashley
Support Team: Pete Jacques
Over 70's second round of league matches
The second round of matches took place on the 16th October with a mix bag of results finishing the day with two wins, one draw and four losses.
In the first five matches there was 4 losses due to a mixture of complacency and poor decisions by the team Things did not get off to a good start in the first match where the Senior Spireites were 1-0 down within 30 seconds against the league leaders and chasing for a goal. The team did rally round to win the final two matches of the day to end up 4th in the league having been 2nd after round one.
There are still plenty of games left to play to try to move up the table. Well done guys for persevering in the face of adversity!
Latest Mel Pullen Cup won by the "Spares"!
The 5th Round of the Mel Pullen Cup took place at the 4G pitches at Cavendish Playing Field Matlock in early July.
Unfortunately, Mansfield Reds pulled out at the last minute leaving 3 teams, the holders of the Trophy MATLOCK , CHESTERFIELD Senior Spireites and MANSFIELD Town FC . To keep the 4 team format it was decided that subs from Mansfield and Chesterfield would form a forth team called the "SPARES" made up of substitutes.
The "SPARES" did really well and in fact ended up winning the trophy with 7 points (2 wins and a draw) without conceding a goal in all 3 games.
The Chesterfield part of the "SPARES " Richard BRADLEY, Steve DALISON and Mel PULLEN all of who play in sessions at Mansfield and Chesterfield. They were ably assisted by Chesterfield players Derek LOWE and Peter JACQUES.
The "SPARES" will defend the title in the next round to be held later this year .
The "SPARES" played in Mansfield town yellow shirts and A White Bib over this . Pete Jaques however refused to have the Mansfield Shirt next to his skin!
A good day was had by all and a special thanks to Dave Walker for organising the event.
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