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News Items News items from Eckington FC  7 Feb 2010 - Chinny Gets Semi On
| Matt Chinn scored his first goal in an Eckington shirt, as The Bridgemen came from behind to reach the Pershore Hospital Cup Semi Finals.
Dave MacDonald was again on the scoresheet, as Ecky now look forward to two opportunities to reach another final.
See match report for full details. |
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top ^ 7 Feb 2010 - Pershore Cup Results | Eckington FC will be joined in the semi finals by Worcester side VBL Sports and fellow Division 3 side Alderton, after both sides won through in their respective quarter finals.
Cider Mill's clash with Pinvin was postponed.
Quarter Final Results
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VBL Sports 4 - 1 Honeybourne Gate Inn
Pebworth 0 - 7 Alderton
ECKINGTON FC 2 - 1 Wickhamford Sports
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top ^ 3 Feb 2010 - New Fixtures | Eckington's next set of fixtures have been announced, with league ties taking centre stage.
A home encounter with local rivals Bredon is scheduled for the 14th February, quickly followed by a trip to table-topping Cider Mill on the 21st.
The Bridgemen will be hoping to cement their position in the promotion places.
For full details, go to http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 31 Jan 2010 - Another One Bites The Dust | This morning's league tie at Honeybourne fell victim to the weather, with the Gate Inn pitch frozen.
Ecky will turn their attentions back to the Cups next weekend, with a quarter final fixture at Wickhamford.
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top ^ 27 Jan 2010 - Semi Final Draw | The draw for the semi-finals of the Mick Godwin Cup has been made, with Eckington paired with Division 4 promotion hopefuls Fish & Anchor. The game will take place at The Rec on a date TBC.
Full Semi Final Draw
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Eckington FC vs. Fish & Anchor
WMK/Bengeworth vs. Honeybourne/Inkberrow
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top ^ 24 Jan 2010 - 4* Macca Sets Semi Date | Four goals from Eckington striker Dave MacDonald helped the side progress to the Semi-Final stage of the Mick Godwin Cup this morning.
Despite going a goal behind within the first 2 minutes, The Bridgemen responded in style, smashing their opponents 6-1 with an impressive display of attacking football.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 20 Jan 2010 - Ecky On The Road | Eckington FC's next batch of fixtures have been announced, with 3 away ties on the spin coming up.
First up is a quarter-final encounter with Alderton in the Mick Godwin Cup this Sunday, followed by a return to league matters at Honeybourne Gate Inn on the 31st.
Another cup visit to Wickhamford is also in the offing, with the quarter final of the Pershore Hospital Cup scheduled for 7th February.
For full details go to For full details, go to http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 3 Jan 2010 - Run Of The Mill | Eckington FC's unbeaten home record in the league came to an abrupt end this morning, with a 4-1 defeat to table-toppers Cider Mill.
Dave MacDonald (pictured) hit the net for The Bridgemen, in an otherwise forgettable performance from Vinny Preest's side.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 2 Jan 2010 - New Year Fixtures | Eckington will begin 2010 with a top-of-the-table clash with league leaders Cider Mill on the 3rd January.
Following a free week on the 10th, Ecky will continue their charge with a home tie with Bredon and a Mike Godwin quarter final tie at Alderton.
For full details, go to http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 27 Dec 2009 - Charity Success | Eckington's annual charity game went off in style this morning, with the Under 25 side claiming victory for the 4th successive season.
Goals from Andy and Steve Mather (2 each), Danny Bostock and Tom Wall secured a 6-2 victory, with Vinny Preest and Stuart Bradbury (pictured) replying for the Over 25's.
Following the match, that raised over £180 for African orphans with AIDS, the veteran's were again one the reverse of a 5-4 penalty defeat.
Congratulations and thanks to all those who took part. |
top ^ 20 Dec 2009 - Frozen Out | Eckington's last fixture of 2009 has been postponed due to a frozen pitch at Stour Excelsior in Shipston.
Infact, all Evesham League fixtures fell victim to the weather, leaving The Bridgemen in second spot at the turn of the year. |
top ^ 14 Dec 2009 - Big Game Set | The top of the table clash between Ecky and Cider Mill at The Rec has been scheduled for Sunday 3rd January.
Mill are currently in pole position in the league and still unbeaten, but Vinny Preest's side will be ready and determined to change that.
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top ^ 13 Dec 2009 - Seven Heaven | Eckington FC extended their unbeaten run to seven games this morning, with a 7-3 Mick Godwin Cup victory over Wickhamford Sports.
Top scorer Dave MacDonald (pictured) was again amongst the goals with a brace, together with Williams, Winters, Bostock, Steve and Andy Mather.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 13 Dec 2009 - Weekend Results | Express-Funding Mick Godwin Cup Round 2
Bengeworth Sports 10-0 Lenches Lions
Ashton-under-Hill 1-4 Inkberrow
WMK FC 5-2 Badsey
Alderton 5-1 Badsey Recreation
Wickhamford Sports 3-7 ECKINGTON
Pebworth 3-7 Honeybourne Gate Inn
Defford & Besford United 2-3 Fish & Anchor
Stour Excelsior Reserves 3-2 Fladbury Athletic
Evesham League Division Two
Vauxhall 0-5 Bredon
Cider Mill 4-3 Stour Excelsior
Pinvin United 2-2 Tesco United |
top ^ 13 Dec 2009 - Look Who's Back | Following a long International break and injury, Eckington winger David Stevens will make his long-awaited return to training this week.
Stevens, who broke his leg last pre-season, will begin his rehab from his latest bout of surgery in the hope of being available for selection come the New Year. |
top ^ 6 Dec 2009 - A Winters Tale | Eckington FC reached the last eight of the Pershore Hospital Cup this morning with a 1-0 victory over Broadway United Reserves.
Pete Winters was the hero, scoring his first goal of the season and securing The Bridgemen's progress to the Quarter Finals.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 29 Nov 2009 - Sweet Revenge | Eckington FC exercised the demons of their previous encounter with Pinvin, by recording a 4-2 home victory in this morning's league tie.
Matt James and Steve Mather (pictured) both hit doubles for The Bridgemen, who are again sitting pretty at the top of the table.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 24 Nov 2009 - December Fixtures | Eckington FC's December fixtures have been announced, dominated by Cup contests.
First up will be a home tie with Broadway United Reserves in the Pershore Hospital Cup, followed by an away trip to Wickhamford Sports in the Mick Godwin Cup. The festive programme is completed by a visit to Stour Excelsior in the League on the 20th.
December 27th will be a free week.
For full details, go to http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 15 Nov 2009 - Still On Corsa | Eckington FC continued their quest for promotion this morning with a hard fought point away at Vauxhall Inn.
Despite playing much of the match with 10 men, The Bridgemen took the lead through a Danny Bostock goal, but were again reliant on Steve Mather (pictured) to pull them level with his injury-time finish.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 11 Nov 2009 - EFC Career Stats | Following the latest update, Eckington FC career appearance and goal stats for the current squad:
Player Apps (Goals)
Danny Bostock 152 (98)
Tom Newell 136 (0)
Neil Hodges 129 (2)
Jack Bostock 128 (2)
Vinny Preest 112 (19)
Andy Mather 109 (9)
Nathan Smith 92 (2)
Steve Mather 75 (51)
Dave Stevens 66 (26)
Pete Winters 59 (3)
Steve Andrews 57 (14)
Dave McDonald 29 (17)
Matt Hughes 28 (29)
Tom Wall 27 (15)
Matt James 25 (8)
Adam Hinchcliffe 24 (5)
Dara Duffy 21 (6)
Jon Mather 21 (4)
Orazio Pollaci 20 (0)
Sean Ditchburn 5 (0)
Richard Phelps 4 (2)
Will Fowler 4 (0)
Mark Turner 3 (0)
Stu Williams 3 (0)
Matt Chinn 2 (0)
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top ^ 9 Nov 2009 - Pershore Cup Draw | Eckington FC have drawn Broadway United Reserves in the next round of the Pershore Hospital Cup.
The home tie, to be played on a date TBC, will see The Bridgemen try and continue the form that has propelled them to the top of Divison 2. |
top ^ 8 Nov 2009 - Ecky Remember Winning Way | Eckington FC returned from their free weekend last week to record a third consecutive league victory in a Remembrance Day tie with Alderton today.
Playing in difficult conditions, goals from Steve Mather, Dave MacDonald and Danny Bostock helped to put The Bridgemen back to the summit of Division 2.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 4 Nov 2009 - Mick Godwin Cup Draw | Ecky have been handed an away tie with Wickhamford Sports in the 2nd round of the Mick Godwin Cup, formerly the Sub Cup.
Their opponents, currently mid-table in Division 3, will be looking to cause an upset by dumping The Bridgemen out on a date yet TBA.
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top ^ 3 Nov 2009 - Fixture Update | Eckington FC's November fixture list has now been finalised, with yet another free match week on the 22nd.
However, a week later, The Bridgemen will get an early opportunity to settle scores with old foes Pinvin at The Rec.
Full fixture details can be found at http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 3 Nov 2009 - Andrews Returns | Eckington FC have once again bolstered their strong squad with the return of former player Steve Andrews.
Andrews, 24, played for The Bridgemen from 2003-2006 and will add further depth in the midfield department.
He is added to the squad for the league fixture with Alderton this coming Sunday. |
top ^ 25 Oct 2009 - Bourne Ready | Eckington FC recorded another fine league victory this morning against previously unbeaten Honeybourne, propelling themselves to the top of the league in the process.
Dave MacDonald led the way with his second hat-trick of the campaign, with Danny Bostock (2) and Steve Mather (pictured) also on target in a 6-0 success.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 18 Oct 2009 - Christmas Party 2009 | Eckington FC's annual Christmas bash will take place at The Bell in Eckington on Tuesday 22nd December.
Deposits of £10 for the 3 course meal need to be handed to Stu Bradbury next weekend to confirm attendance, leaving the £10 balance to be paid on the night. |
top ^ 18 Oct 2009 - Demolition Derby | Eckington FC resumed their league campaign this morning with a 6-3 away victory over local rivals Bredon.
Goals from Steve Mather (2), Dave MacDonald, Matt James, Danny Bostock and Richard Phelps secured the victory, with the final scoreline somewhat flattering to their opponents.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 16 Oct 2009 - Williams Signs | Eckington FC are pleased to announce the signing of Stuart Williams from Division 1 side Crowle FC.
The midfielder is the third player to make the move over from Crowle, joining ex-team mates Dave MacDonald and Matt James at The Rec.
Williams, who scored 10 goals in his 100 plus appearances for his former side, is in contention to make his debut in this weekend's away league fixture at Bredon. |
top ^ 13 Oct 2009 - Injury Blows | Eckington have been hit with the news that influencial players Jack Bostock and Matt Chinn will be missing for between 4 and 6 weeks.
Chinn (pictured) is still struggling with a foot injury, whilst Bostock has been diagnosed with knee ligament damage following last weekend's clash with Ambassador.
On the plus side, Ecky hope to welcome a host of players back to the fold for Sunday's league encounter with Bredon, including defenders Pete Winters and Andy Mather. |
top ^ 12 Oct 2009 - New Fixtures | Eckington's league campaign will continue with fixtures against Honeybourne Gate Inn, Alderton and Vauxhall in November.
November 1st will see The Bridgemen have their first free weekend of the season, with no fixture planned.
For full details see http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 11 Oct 2009 - Brave Bridgemen Crash Out | Eckington's Evesham Mechanical KO Cup aspirations ended this morning at the first hurdle, with a 4-3 defeat to Division 1 side Ambassador.
Despite being 3-1 up at the interval with goals from Wall (pictured), MacDonald and Phelps, The Bridgemen again sat back and let their opponents back into the game.
See match report for full details.
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top ^ 5 Oct 2009 - Pershore Cup Results | *ROUND 1*
George & Dragon 1 - 1 Ambassador Res. (Ambassador Res. win on pens)
Bredon 3 - 3 ECKINGTON FC (Eckington win on pens)
Badsey 1 - 6 Claines
Fladbury Athletic 0 - 6 Pinvin United
Wickhamford Sports 2 - 1 Badsey Rec
*ROUND 2*
Pebworth 2 - 1 Defford & Besford United |
top ^ 4 Oct 2009 - TomTom Drives Ecky On | Tom Newell (pictured) headed up Eckington's list of heroes this morning, playing a major part in their progress to round 2 of the Pershore Hospital Cup with 2 saves in a penalty shootout success.
A hat-trick by Dave MacDonald should have seen The Bridgemen go through comfortably, but opponents Bredon refused to give in without a fight - equalising in the last minute of both normal and extra time.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 27 Sep 2009 - Ecky Despair As Pin-win | Eckington FC continued their 100% losing record on the road this season with a 5-3 reverse at the hands of rivals Pinvin.
Goals from Dave MacDonald, Tom Wall and Adam Hinchcliffe (pictured) gave Ecky the lead at the break, but some controversial officiating aided a comeback from the home side.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 22 Sep 2009 - October Fixtures Released | Eckington FC will renew their rivalry with Bredon twice in the space of the first 3 weeks of October, visiting their neighbours in both Pershore Hospital Cup and League clashes.
In between those ties will be a testing home fixture vs. Division 1 Ambassador in the Knockout Cup 2nd Round.
For full details see http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 20 Sep 2009 - Stour Hit Brick Wall | Eckington FC recorded their second victory of the season this morning, with the 5-4 defeat of Stour Excelsior at The Rec.
Hat-trick hero Tom Wall (pictured) led the way with a man of the match performance, with Steve Mather and Danny Bostock also adding to their season's tallies.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 13 Sep 2009 - Ecky Fail To 'Double Points' | The 'curse' of Tesco United away continued for Eckington this morning in Wickhamford.
Goals from man of the match Steve Mather (2) and Danny Bostock came as little consolation as The Bridgemen suffered a 5-3 reverse at the hands of their rivals.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 6 Sep 2009 - And They're Off-enham! | Eckington began their Division 2 campaign with a 2-1 victory over Offenham Rovers today at The Rec.
A man of the match performance from Andy Mather (pictured) was the catalyst for the victory, with Tom Wall claiming the opening goal.
See match report for full details. |
top ^ 31 Aug 2009 - Training Change | | As of Tuesday 1st September, training will revert back to Pershore High School, 8.45-9.45pm. |
top ^ 18 Aug 2009 - Match Switched | Sunday's friendly fixture with the George & Dragon has switched venue to Badsey.
Meeting times will be 9.15am at The Rec or 9.45am at Badsey. |
top ^ 18 Aug 2009 - Important Player Information | Important Information from last night’s League meeting 17th August 2009:
1. This season the league will be adopting the pre-match ‘line up and hand shake’. As seen before Premier and football Leagues matches . This will take place on the pitch directly prior to kick off and will involve all 11 starting players. Substitute players need not take part.
2. This season the League will not allow any jewellery whatsoever. This includes wedding rings etc and you will not be allowed to tape over any item. There will be no exceptions including anything worn for religious reasons. Any player unable to remove an item of jewellery will not be able to play. Any player who subsequently replaces any item removed for the referee’s inspection is liable to receive a yellow card.
3. As ever, and quite rightly, the conduct of players towards referees will be under close scrutiny. Particularly after the events of last season when there was a serious assault on a referee. The player in question will not play in the Evesham League again and is banned from playing anywhere for a considerable period of time. The Evesham League enjoys more referees than many other Leagues which translates into almost all matches having a referee. A fact that we should be grateful for. There is also for the first time this season a female referee, Dave Selby’s daughter, and a number of rookie referees who should all be treated with respect and encouraged.
4. The League encourages teams to use the Club Captain as a spokesman and to act as liaison between players and the referee. This is something that we have employed as a Club for a while and we should continue.
5. This season referees are going to be more vigilant with regards to bad language whether or not aimed at any of the match officials. In theory a player could be sent off for swearing inadvertently after missing a goal etc. I am hopeful that there will be a degree of common sense applied by referees, but it is a subjective issue to a degree. We play generally in areas where there are often children in the vicinity and for that reason alone foul language is totally unacceptable. It’s a difficult one but you have been warned!
6. The respect initiative will continue to gain momentum this season and players are reminded that this applies to each and every one of us associated with the club including spectators. From time to time updates are pinned to the notice board in the rec building. You know what it’s about please take note.
Finally as a club we will be judged not just by our actions on the field but by our attitude towards fair play and respect. We have a reasonable disciplinary record but we can improve. This season let’s cut out any stupid stuff and concentrate on our football and winning games!
Stuart
Author: SB |
top ^ 17 Aug 2009 - September Fixtures Released | Eckington FC will start their Division 2 campaign with a home fixture vs. Offenham Rovers on September 6th.
Away fixtures at Tesco United and local rivals Pinvins will provide stern early tests for The Pilgrims, sandwiching Stour Excelsior's league visit to The Rec.
For full details see http://www.webteams.co.uk/Home.aspx?team=eckingtonfc#fixtures |
top ^ 8 Aug 2009 - Player Ratings Scrapped | It has been decided the 'controversial' match player ratings will be scrapped for the forthcoming season.
However, man of the match, goal and assist stats will continue to be updated. |
top ^ 6 Aug 2009 - Kirtland Steps Down | Eckington Secretary and Manager David Kirtland has stepped down from his positions within the club.
'DK' was instrumental in the re-forming of EFC back in 2002 and has played a major part in leading The Pilgrims to the 2nd Division with two promotions in 5 seasons.
Vinny Preest and Stuart Bradbury will continue to look after club matters in the short term. |
top ^ 3 Aug 2009 - Fantasy Premier League | Eckington FC will once again have its own competition running in the Fantasy Premier League.
To select you team, visit http://fantasy.premierleague.com. Once you have confirmed your team, use league code 3193-8953.
Good luck! |
top ^ 16 Jul 2009 - Charter Standard Achieved | 2008/09 was an amazing first year for Eckington Juniors, topped by the club being awarded 'FA Charter Standard' status.
This allows more funding applications to be made, but above all gives the club real credibility in the local area. The Juniors will have 3 teams next season, the under 9's embarking their first meaningful league campaign, very best wishes to them.
Joining David and John towards the end of the season were Lee Green to coach the u9's and Vinny Preest to coach the pre-school group. These kids are a joy to watch and everyone is invited to come to see for themselves.
The first matches are Saturday 5th September, the day before the seniors kick off. The aim now is to get the senior team connected to the charter standard...watch this space.
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top ^ 16 Jul 2009 - Pre Season Fixtures | The 2009/10 season kicks off on 6th September. Before then EFC will play four pre-season warm ups.
They travel first to Evesham League 'Team of the Year' Upton Snodsbury, who won the award for winning the Knock Out Cup and finishing 2nd in Division 1.
Old friends Crowle and The George are then welcomed to The Rec for the annual 'face off' before The Pilgrims travel to Lenches Lions to round off the season's build up. |
top ^ 15 Jul 2009 - They're Back! | Title winning Eckington FC returned for pre-season training last night in preparation for their first campaign in Division 2.
Training will continue every Tuesday from 7pm and Sunday from 10.30am at The Rec. Pre-season friendlies to be announced in due course. |
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