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Totton Town 1 v 1 Old House at Home
Totton Town 1 v 1 Old House at Home
Liam Hanlon netted the only goal for TT today which secured the point.
Liam Hanlon netted the only goal for TT today which secured the point.
Quayside Rangers 0 V 4 Totton Town
Jeram is over the moon with a well earned clean sheet today. Looking comfortable at the back Totton never really looked under threat. The defence had the legs on the Quayside attackers. Totton did not use the ball well enough today all over the park. The heavy night before played a factor in Totton looking somewhat disjointed today. Sam Payne expressed his concern by storming off the field after the game in disgust. The mouthy center back who was a contender for man of the match today was not happy with the strikers and claimed they were messing around. Dan Gain held up his hands and admitted it wasn't through lack of effort it was just because he was rubbish. Glenn Baker backed Daniels comments, ''Yes, Daniel was bloody woeful today!'' Yet again the side never performed and walked away with maximum points. On some occasions Tottons play was so ugly at times spectator Pat Hardie had his back to the game. Pat Hardie will be a vital player for Totton if they achieve promotion this season. A new Scotish signing on a free added to the Totton offence. Finn showed some glimmers of class today and looks to be a good signing. Leathen Hanlon scored the first goal of the game settling everyones nerves as the game was thought to have been a potential banana skin. Daniel Gain added a second before half time with a solo effort and looked to start bossing the game from then on. However there was no build up play and there never appeared to be any life in the game.
Luke Charles added a third to set Totton Town at ease but they never really looked convincing. Ben Hillman scored a goal only Ben Hillman knows how. A chip over the keeper from 35 yards out completed a comfortable unsightly victory. Ben showed composure and cheek to catch the keeper off his line, it was good to watch says Pat Hardie while tucking into his bargain bucket from the sideline.
Man Of The Match
Ross Baker
He kept the troops in order today and lead by example, good strong tackles and a firey belly.
Luke Charles added a third to set Totton Town at ease but they never really looked convincing. Ben Hillman scored a goal only Ben Hillman knows how. A chip over the keeper from 35 yards out completed a comfortable unsightly victory. Ben showed composure and cheek to catch the keeper off his line, it was good to watch says Pat Hardie while tucking into his bargain bucket from the sideline.
Man Of The Match
Ross Baker
He kept the troops in order today and lead by example, good strong tackles and a firey belly.
Old House at Home 0 V 5 Totton Town / Obelisk 1 V 4 Totton Town
The table tells the title contenders it's squeaky bum time in the league with Totton Town with a game in hand many would feel it's better to have points in the bag. Quayside Rangers are tricky opponents.
In recent weeks the men from Totton have brushed past Old House at Home and Obelisk with ease. The class of the team pushing for the league title was apparent. Totton never really took play out of 2nd gear with Mat Froukhians whom has found a hot streak at present netting in his second successive game. Goals from Liam and Mr showboat Hillman were as predictable as
a race between Aaron Froukhians and a Milk Float. Young Guns Nathan and Tom Luke pitched in with some well worked goals. Ross Baker stood out today. His first start for the club and performed as if he was playing all season. Baker produced some delightful crosses on the right and looked to be a huge threat physically and mentally. The back line made defending look easy with Sam Payne and Luke Charles proving to be a formidible partnership at the back. Captain Charles and Man of the Match Sam Payne completely bossed the play at the back and the ''up she goes'' strategy of play is certainly making Luke Jerams job between the sticks easy on a sunday morning.
Man Of The Match : Samuel PayneR
Totton proved once again to be more of a handful for Obelisk who looked somewhat out of shape, over stretched and totally out played. However against the run of play Totton found themselves one goal down and struggled to find an immediate answer. The Totton Town player of the season, Golden Boot, Newly engaged, founder of missing co-worker Liam Hanlon looked like it wasn't going to be his day. But as with all geat players he kept his head and on his 4th chance on goal he scored and followed up with another in the second half. The goal scoring was kept in the Hanlon family when Leathen Hanlon making up good ground along the left hand side entered the box and mopped up a loose clearance and smacked the ball between the sticks. Leathen was having a good day in his more natural position at left back. '' What can i say...I'm finally home''
Ben Hillman dinked the ball over the keeper late into the second half from a measured pass from Leathen and the points were as good as in the bag. Once again the backline were completely solid and the midfield engine of Mat and Moulon doing the doggy work insuring Obelisks efforts came to nothing. The slope of the pitch proved to be difficult with Glenn Baker employed to be ball boy throughout the game to keep retreiving the wayward balls running down the hill. Some say Glenn needed the work out others say he sleeps upside down with both his cats dangling from his ear lobes, we only know him to be Glenn Baaaaker!!
Man OF the Match : Leathen Hanlon
Netley Central 0 V 2 Totton Town
| The Totton Town website writers ended their 6 week strike today after receiving a handwritten apology from chairman Glenn Baker regarding the abismal performances of late and a promise that things would get better. The writers held a meeting that ran into the early hours and have agreed terms. TTFC have a regular updated website once more. The chairman was true to his word with Totton Town comfortably beating Netley Central by two goals to nil. ''Probably the best alround performance thisseason'' Commented Glenn Baker after the game. ''That'll give em something to write about!'' The game kicked off with a confident TT who took the game to the home team and dominated the play in every postion. The first chance of the game fell to Leathen Hanlon who was slotted through by Dan Gain with a well weighted pass. Hanlon decided to strike early with his left only to find the keeper anticipating his intention and collecting the ball with ease. As time went on TT looked like a different team from past performances. The back line were inspirational and dealt with everything in a no nonsense fashion. Sam Payne lead by example. ''Ye,, Sam had something to prove today. He was stripped of his captains arm band before the game and threw his shirt down in disgust. I knew he would react.'' Added Ross Baker. The first goal came from Liam Hanlon with an incredible solo effort. Liam took the ''ball'' by the horns and won two challanges after rounding three players before slotting the ball neatly past the keeper. ''The goal was raw genius'' remarked Glenn Baker. Fox in the box Matt Froukians was the second goal scorer of the game and manouved himself to strike the ball through a crowd which found the back of the net. For the work rate Matt has shown this season a goal is the least he deserves. Hopefully the Fox will be on the prowl in the next game. Froukhians and Gain linked up superbly in the center. The second half saw TT produce a variety of chances that never mounted to a change in scoreline. The backline provided such reassurance that TT never looked like hanging onto their lead. Ben and Leathen continued their tiffs on the left. ''It's like they are a married couple or two grumpy old men'' Glenn Baker. Fans favourite Ross Baker came on today for the last 15 minutes. He lead by example and expressed the passion of a spartan. It was a truely RRRRRRoaring display by Baker who intimidated the Netley Central players and even silenced the capacity crowd of 10 towards the end of the game. Glenn Baker added ''Ross is like the football equivalent of Monica Seles, always grunting... i don't know...each to his own.'' Every player for TT today performed well and the league is back in contention. It's in our hands now. ''UP SHE GOES!!'' |
Baker - On the mend !
Ross Baker's long awaited come back has taken a turn for the.....best. Acting Secretary, Ross surprising came through a Downton training session without incident and is looking towards the future. Ross (Right) has been out since May after under going Cruciate knee ligament surgery & the knee has been responding ahead on schedule. Ross Baker has been talking exculsivley to TTFC.
Q1 so then Ross welcome to TTFC on the blog!!! How are you today?
I'm great thanks. Just finished my Christmas shopping.
Q2 so your currently injured…what exactly is wrong???
I had my right knee re-constructed in May which is a big injury.
Q3 So a big day is looming for totton town…when are you looking to return to first team football?
I'm looking at January 2008- I don't wont to rush back too soon in case of any further setbacks.
Q4 How do you feel about Totton Town being placed in junior 2?
Very pleased but there is still a lot of hard work to do.
Q5 Which team Totton Town has played against impressed you the most?
Adam Mallett- His work rate and commitment has really pleased me and I like players like that. Liam Hanlon- The way he played against City central in the 2nd half was quality.
Q7 How come TTFC have lost there last 2 games??
Playing against 2 good sides who have been together for years although FC Poland should of been dispatced.
Q8 Do we miss Boothy?
No.
Q9 Where would you fit into in the first team??
At the back or on the wings. I reckon I could even do a job uptop.
Q10 What was your reaction about the 2-1 defeat to AFC Blues.
We were very naive that day and our old keeper made mistakes but we weren't at the races to be fair.
Q11 What was your reaction to the 9-3 defeat of Chandlers Ford Ath??
It was a great feeling to punish and destroy the league leaders, Dan Gain ran the show but I thought my management that day proved key.
Q12 Who is the worst dressed player??
Sam Payne - He loves that blue hoody!!!
Q13 who is the ultimate puller????
Me
Q14 What would Jason Barnes bring to the squad?????
Length and a great left foot.
Q15 Who has scored the best goal this season??
Boothy against BCN, it was a great chip from at least 30 yards.
Q16 How is Glenn??
He is good. He is off to the Orange rooms tonight.
Q17 How is Charlie the cat??
Still bossing Broadmeadow.
Q18 What will you bring us in May??? (Judge me in may)???
The junior 2 title and pulling!!!!!!!!!
Q19 who is the longest in the showers????
Liam Hanlon
Q20 how big are you bell-end wise???
I'm great thanks. Just finished my Christmas shopping.
Q2 so your currently injured…what exactly is wrong???
I had my right knee re-constructed in May which is a big injury.
Q3 So a big day is looming for totton town…when are you looking to return to first team football?
I'm looking at January 2008- I don't wont to rush back too soon in case of any further setbacks.
Q4 How do you feel about Totton Town being placed in junior 2?
Very pleased but there is still a lot of hard work to do.
Q5 Which team Totton Town has played against impressed you the most?
Adam Mallett- His work rate and commitment has really pleased me and I like players like that. Liam Hanlon- The way he played against City central in the 2nd half was quality.
Q7 How come TTFC have lost there last 2 games??
Playing against 2 good sides who have been together for years although FC Poland should of been dispatced.
Q8 Do we miss Boothy?
No.
Q9 Where would you fit into in the first team??
At the back or on the wings. I reckon I could even do a job uptop.
Q10 What was your reaction about the 2-1 defeat to AFC Blues.
We were very naive that day and our old keeper made mistakes but we weren't at the races to be fair.
Q11 What was your reaction to the 9-3 defeat of Chandlers Ford Ath??
It was a great feeling to punish and destroy the league leaders, Dan Gain ran the show but I thought my management that day proved key.
Q12 Who is the worst dressed player??
Sam Payne - He loves that blue hoody!!!
Q13 who is the ultimate puller????
Me
Q14 What would Jason Barnes bring to the squad?????
Length and a great left foot.
Q15 Who has scored the best goal this season??
Boothy against BCN, it was a great chip from at least 30 yards.
Q16 How is Glenn??
He is good. He is off to the Orange rooms tonight.
Q17 How is Charlie the cat??
Still bossing Broadmeadow.
Q18 What will you bring us in May??? (Judge me in may)???
The junior 2 title and pulling!!!!!!!!!
Q19 who is the longest in the showers????
Liam Hanlon
Q20 how big are you bell-end wise???
The biggest!!!!!!!!!
Ummm!! Thanks Ross!
FROUKHIANS: LEAGUE STILL THE PRIORITY
After yesterdays painful defeat at the hands of City Central, Matt Froukhians and his brother Aaron took time out to reflect on the game and the rest of the season.
"it was disappointing" Matt said with an upbeat look on his face. "We never really got into the game, we just didn't perform, but credit to Central, they never allowed us to get into it. They deserved the win and were by far the better team on the day." But Aaron and Matt both insisted that the team can still beat City Central on there day.
"We knew they would be a good side" Aaron commented "but 1 or 2 of there results in the league suggested to us that we should be beating them, i think a few of the lads were a little surprised by how good they were, we gave them too much space in midfield and they were more up for it in every challenge, quicker to every ball. I think if we played them again, being better prepared tactically and mentally, the score will no way be 5-1 again, we will run them close!"
Despite being knocked out of the Cup at the 1st hurdle the brothers of destruction insisted the league is still the priority. "Not being in junior 1 next season would be a complete disaster" Matt said boldly. "I'm still very confident we will win the league, despite the small set-back yesterday, the main goal is to be in the top division in 3 seasons!
Aaron agreed with Matt insisting the league is the main target, but also insisted that the FC Poland match this coming Sunday is the biggest game of the season. "It will be a real test of our character after the heavy defeat, there is still a real togetherness in the camp and i have so much belief in our team! We will beat Poland on Sunday and will be challenging for this cup, maybe we will get City Central again that would be fun!"
The match against FC Poland will be a real test of Totton Towns metal, can they bounce back? The league and cup double is still very much on!
"it was disappointing" Matt said with an upbeat look on his face. "We never really got into the game, we just didn't perform, but credit to Central, they never allowed us to get into it. They deserved the win and were by far the better team on the day." But Aaron and Matt both insisted that the team can still beat City Central on there day.
"We knew they would be a good side" Aaron commented "but 1 or 2 of there results in the league suggested to us that we should be beating them, i think a few of the lads were a little surprised by how good they were, we gave them too much space in midfield and they were more up for it in every challenge, quicker to every ball. I think if we played them again, being better prepared tactically and mentally, the score will no way be 5-1 again, we will run them close!"
Despite being knocked out of the Cup at the 1st hurdle the brothers of destruction insisted the league is still the priority. "Not being in junior 1 next season would be a complete disaster" Matt said boldly. "I'm still very confident we will win the league, despite the small set-back yesterday, the main goal is to be in the top division in 3 seasons!
Aaron agreed with Matt insisting the league is the main target, but also insisted that the FC Poland match this coming Sunday is the biggest game of the season. "It will be a real test of our character after the heavy defeat, there is still a real togetherness in the camp and i have so much belief in our team! We will beat Poland on Sunday and will be challenging for this cup, maybe we will get City Central again that would be fun!"
The match against FC Poland will be a real test of Totton Towns metal, can they bounce back? The league and cup double is still very much on!
TOTTON TOWN 1-5 CITY CENTRAL HT:0-2
Ben Hillman
CLASSY CENTRAL TOO GOOD FOR TOTTON TOWN!
Totton Town's domestic treble dream were torn to shreds by an in-form City Central side. City central produced some of there best form to comfortably see off Totton town in the 1st round of the Dr Ryder cup. The match between the two sides was heavily anticipated and had the potential to be a corker.
The Concorde ground has been a good ground for TTFC, who fancied beating anyone on this pitch. The kick off was delayed by 15 minutes due to Central requiring to change strip because of a kit clash. The first half began and Central were right on there game from the first whistle! The first 20 minutes and Central were completely dominating the match with far more of the possession, and the chances, the defence stood well to the Central onslaught, and it was an onslaught! The way the match was going it was only a matter of time for the away side to score, as Totton town could not get hold of the ball in any area of the pitch.
By 25 minutes Central should really have been at least 3-0 up as the pressure Totton endured was relentless. The goal for Central finally came just before the half hour, and no one could argue that they didn't deserve it, 1-0. It was pretty much the same pattern for the rest of the half, the town midfield were completely over-run, despite Matt Froukhians valiant efforts Central were just completely dominating, and were winning almost every challenge, they were just simply quicker to every ball. Totton town were really struggling to build any momentum, Dan Gain and Liam Hanlon, who had been ripping teams apart in the league, were completely isolated and could not build any attack what-so-ever, Central worked immensely hard off the ball and it just kept coming back to the totton defence as they endured a brutal first half of relentless pressure.
Central made it 2-0 with a shot that squeezed under keeper Luke Jerram and into the net, a shot the keeper really should have saved. Just before half time there was a rare chance for Totton town, a chance that looked in, but was cleared off the line, finally TTFC mount an attack. The half whistle went and Totton, although being battered, showed a lot of fighting qualities to keep the score down to 2-0. During the half time interval the Totton town team talk was over shadowed when Leathen Hanlon, who was a linesman during the first half, completely lost his rag with Dan Gain, as the player insisted Leathen 'bottled a few decisions'. The 'bull in a china shop' lived up to his reputation and tried to attack Dan Gain, only to be restrained by team mates Matt Froukhians, Simon Cook and Mr Totton town himself GLENN BAKER! The bull eventually calmed down and was brought on in the second half, he replaced Luke Charles, who Glenn Baker wanted to take off as he thought the centre back was 'well of the pace'.
The second half kicked off and Totton Town reverted back to there 5-3-2 formation, there was plenty of confusion and Central scored with barely a minute gone in the half, Totton had a mountain to climb now! Totton put up a much better resistance and had a 15minute spell where they finally looked comfortable. Town even had a penalty claim turned down as it looked a stone wall penalty, some hope perhaps. But it was short lived and Central moved up a gear, they scored another two and the score was 5-0 after 75minutes!
Totton mounted a few attacks in the last 10 minutes, Ben Hillman producing a superb volley, that was well saved by the Central keeper. The showboat grabbed a goal in the dying minutes of the game, but it was a consolation. Full time!
An overall assessment of the game? Totton town had a few 'ifs' and 'buts' during the 90minutes, if they could produce a goal from the goal line clearance on the stroke of half time. If the referee, who had a very good game, had given the penalty which should have been. If Totton had defended better on two or three of the goals conceded. But all of the above don't over shadow the fact that Totton town were completely played off the park by a very good City Central side, and in all honesty 5-1 was flattering, it could and should have been far worse. Central had pace in there passing, very good movement off the ball and plenty of power that was just too much for Totton town. A wake up call perhaps? Or maybe a football lesson!
Performances? There was no outstanding performances, too many players were well off the pace today. The defence never gave up in the match despite taking a battering! Matt Froukhians was probably Totton towns best player, and he tried very hard to make things happen. Other than that there was some mediocre performances and there will have to be a big improvement against FC Poland.
Ratings:
1. Luke Jerram 4
2. Sam Payne 6
3. Simon Cook 4
4. Aaron Froukhians 6
5. Luke Charles 5 sub 45
6. Adam Mallett 5
7. Matt Froukhians 7
8. Ben Hillman 5
9. Dan Hanlon 4
10. Liam Hanlon 6
11. Dan Gain 5
12. Leathen Hanlon 5 on 45
Man of the Match: Matt Froukhians- battled to the end despite the lost course!
CLASSY CENTRAL TOO GOOD FOR TOTTON TOWN!
Totton Town's domestic treble dream were torn to shreds by an in-form City Central side. City central produced some of there best form to comfortably see off Totton town in the 1st round of the Dr Ryder cup. The match between the two sides was heavily anticipated and had the potential to be a corker.
The Concorde ground has been a good ground for TTFC, who fancied beating anyone on this pitch. The kick off was delayed by 15 minutes due to Central requiring to change strip because of a kit clash. The first half began and Central were right on there game from the first whistle! The first 20 minutes and Central were completely dominating the match with far more of the possession, and the chances, the defence stood well to the Central onslaught, and it was an onslaught! The way the match was going it was only a matter of time for the away side to score, as Totton town could not get hold of the ball in any area of the pitch.
By 25 minutes Central should really have been at least 3-0 up as the pressure Totton endured was relentless. The goal for Central finally came just before the half hour, and no one could argue that they didn't deserve it, 1-0. It was pretty much the same pattern for the rest of the half, the town midfield were completely over-run, despite Matt Froukhians valiant efforts Central were just completely dominating, and were winning almost every challenge, they were just simply quicker to every ball. Totton town were really struggling to build any momentum, Dan Gain and Liam Hanlon, who had been ripping teams apart in the league, were completely isolated and could not build any attack what-so-ever, Central worked immensely hard off the ball and it just kept coming back to the totton defence as they endured a brutal first half of relentless pressure.
Central made it 2-0 with a shot that squeezed under keeper Luke Jerram and into the net, a shot the keeper really should have saved. Just before half time there was a rare chance for Totton town, a chance that looked in, but was cleared off the line, finally TTFC mount an attack. The half whistle went and Totton, although being battered, showed a lot of fighting qualities to keep the score down to 2-0. During the half time interval the Totton town team talk was over shadowed when Leathen Hanlon, who was a linesman during the first half, completely lost his rag with Dan Gain, as the player insisted Leathen 'bottled a few decisions'. The 'bull in a china shop' lived up to his reputation and tried to attack Dan Gain, only to be restrained by team mates Matt Froukhians, Simon Cook and Mr Totton town himself GLENN BAKER! The bull eventually calmed down and was brought on in the second half, he replaced Luke Charles, who Glenn Baker wanted to take off as he thought the centre back was 'well of the pace'.
The second half kicked off and Totton Town reverted back to there 5-3-2 formation, there was plenty of confusion and Central scored with barely a minute gone in the half, Totton had a mountain to climb now! Totton put up a much better resistance and had a 15minute spell where they finally looked comfortable. Town even had a penalty claim turned down as it looked a stone wall penalty, some hope perhaps. But it was short lived and Central moved up a gear, they scored another two and the score was 5-0 after 75minutes!
Totton mounted a few attacks in the last 10 minutes, Ben Hillman producing a superb volley, that was well saved by the Central keeper. The showboat grabbed a goal in the dying minutes of the game, but it was a consolation. Full time!
An overall assessment of the game? Totton town had a few 'ifs' and 'buts' during the 90minutes, if they could produce a goal from the goal line clearance on the stroke of half time. If the referee, who had a very good game, had given the penalty which should have been. If Totton had defended better on two or three of the goals conceded. But all of the above don't over shadow the fact that Totton town were completely played off the park by a very good City Central side, and in all honesty 5-1 was flattering, it could and should have been far worse. Central had pace in there passing, very good movement off the ball and plenty of power that was just too much for Totton town. A wake up call perhaps? Or maybe a football lesson!
Performances? There was no outstanding performances, too many players were well off the pace today. The defence never gave up in the match despite taking a battering! Matt Froukhians was probably Totton towns best player, and he tried very hard to make things happen. Other than that there was some mediocre performances and there will have to be a big improvement against FC Poland.
Ratings:
1. Luke Jerram 4
2. Sam Payne 6
3. Simon Cook 4
4. Aaron Froukhians 6
5. Luke Charles 5 sub 45
6. Adam Mallett 5
7. Matt Froukhians 7
8. Ben Hillman 5
9. Dan Hanlon 4
10. Liam Hanlon 6
11. Dan Gain 5
12. Leathen Hanlon 5 on 45
Man of the Match: Matt Froukhians- battled to the end despite the lost course!
Chairmans Corner
Hi,
I'm Glenn Baker. Chairman of Totton Town Football Club. As this week sees a void in fixtures i have decided to take this opportunity to give my view on the club and share with you my superior wisdom of the beautiful game.
THE SEASON SO FAR,
Ye, i'm happy with what i've seen so far and to be honest it hasn't come as a surprise to me. The quality of players we have rival any within the Junior and Senior leagues and i strongly believe this will show in next weeks game against City Central. Theres an old saying; ''The bigger they are, the harder they fall'' Theres some truth in this. Obviously when you're as big and strong as I'am then falling isn't an issue. When you are as big as me then you defy Newtons third law of motion. But enough about me. My point is we need to get at City Central and be smarter than our opponents on and off the ball. The one thing that grates me this season is players not letting decisions go. How many referees do you know thats admitted to making a mistake? ''Ye, hang on a minute buddy, in actual fact i think you are right, i'm very sorry for any distress i've caused you heres your penalty'' The best way to put right a wrong is to score a goal. Football is corrupt, it's a game of gangsters and con artists. Keep your friends close and your eneimies closer. I say you have to embrace the referee. Treat him as if hes your old mucker, but the second his back is turned, let whomever you are marking know you are there. Don't hate the player, hate the game.
THE PLAYERS
Luke Jerram GK
Luke has been as reliable as my Rolex and has such a mature head on his shoulders. Distribution was a huge weakness for us before Luke came into the side.
Daniel Hanlon MR/DR/ML/DL
Danny is a massive player for the club. He is playing like a player possessed this season. Probably the most improved player i have seen in such a short space of time. As if by over night he is extremely confident on the ball. Give Danny time and space, he'll kill you!
Luke Charles DC/MC
Luke keeps getting better. Hes a modern day centerback with old fashion attributes. I like the way he can get the ball down and feels at home carrying the ball from deep linking with the midfield. He has been awesome for us this season.
Ben "Showboat" Hillman DL/DC/ML/MC
Ben never seizes to amaze. I'm sure he could pull a rabbit out his shorts if you asked him too. The veteran of the team oozes class and remains calm in any situation. Ben reads the game extremely well and is a vital player for us. He is a big game player.
Aaron Froukhians DC/DR/MC
Aaron has had to reinvent himself as a different style of centerback. His pace has been kidnapped and apparently the police are still looking for it. Nowadays Aaron has the speed of an average human. Unlike his younger years when he was proably the fastest player around. Regardess of this Aaron continues to be one of the players of the season. Aaron has strength, power and he hates conceding goals. A great quality to have for any centerback.
Simon Cook DR/GK
How can you be away from the game for so long and all of a sudden stroll right back in and pick up from where you left off. I don't know? But i know a man who does, Simon Cook has done exactly that. Simon has settled down to his old trusty spot at right back this season and made it his own. Simon oozes John Smiths no nonsense approach. He is a big concern for pacey wingers throughout the league.
Ross Baker DR/DC/MR
Well, Well, My son, Ross.
No Comment.
Ross has been unlucky with injuries but is a player with a big heart. He does a lot for this team and you can see he is itching to get back on the field. If he can stay clear of the Thai women, Ross can be a very good player to have.
Adam Mallet DR/MR
Player of the season so far. The good players make the game look effortless. And if you watch Adam for 5 minutes you may think his mind is somewhere else. However once hes on the field, his work rate is amazing. He is awesome at breaking up the oppositions play. Adam is exceptional in the air, strong in the tackle and deserves the highest possible praise so far this season.
Rob Smith Str/MR
Had a good start. Rob faded a little for a few games. His interest was clearly lacking. I'm yet to properly have a look at the kid.
Kevin Booth ML/DL/DC
Kev has a left foot so sweet it would make your teeth rot. When you think of a creative player then Kev has to be up there with the best Totton Town can offer. And believe me, it's of a very high standard. Kevin is an athlete and a very important player for us.
Sam Payne DL/ML/GK
This cheeky chappy won't shut up when hes on the field. Brilliant at winding up the opposition and do you know what else? Sam can play football. Sam is one of our youngest players. He is a very strong defender and is known to score from long range free kicks. He'll do well to take one with Crouchie on the pitch but with a mouth the sizes of Sams, he has a chance.
Leathen Hanlon MC/ML/DL/DC/DR
What happened to him? Playing within himself this season and he knows he is capable of great things but chooses not to deliver. It's laziness more than anything. His first two games of the season were very special but unfortunately he hasn't sorted his head out and it's showed on the pitch. Theres plenty of the season left for Leathen to start playing again and if this happens, watch out!
Mat Froukhians MC/STR/DC
Mat is the heart of Totton Town Football club. He is the Roy Keane of the side. He would prefer to be discribed as the Vierra of the team but Vierra was more of a silent hitman than a ruthless warrior. He has the respect of every player in the team. Matt never puts in less than 110% in a football match and demands that every player follows their captain. If I could pick somebody to be in the trenches with, then it would be Matt without a doubt. Lovely lad.
Daniel Gain Str/MC/ML/MR/DC/DR/DL/GK
One half of the best strike partnership in the league. I felt we needed Daniel in the midfield at the start of the season to carry the ball from deep but we started playing him upfront and the rest is history. He can devastate teams on his own. His ability to hold onto the ball for long periods is second to none. I'd shake hands with anybody who can take the ball off him. The player they call Crouchie is having an incredible season. He is a different class.
Liam Hanlon Str/MC/ML/MR/DL/DR/GK
Liam is quite possibly Robbie Fowler and Craig Bellemy's love child. He is by far the best natural finisher around and a player who likes to cut corners. He is one of the most intelligent footballers i have worked with. Liams qualities are in abundance and i won't be surprised if he gets 50 goals this season.
GLENN BAKER - QUESTION TIME
Where were you 3 hours ago?
I was in bed with charlie my cat.
Who are you in love with?
What?? My wife, Lesley Baker
Have you ever eaten a crayon?
You what? have i ever eaten a crayon?, Don't be ridiculous!
Is there anything pink within 10 feet of you?
Not right now, but your eye might be if this carrys on!
Are you wearing socks right now?
Ye, black ones, why?
Do you have a car worth more than £2,000?
Ha, my lawn mower is worh more than £2,000!!
What are you wearing right now?
A black tight top, black trousser and my nike trainers,, what is this??
What was the last thing you had to drink?
Guiness.
Worst injury you 've ever had?
Thats better, well i busted my knee pretty bad. You see that scarr, well they didn't have a scalpal at the time so they had to cut it open with a buter knife, i was in surgery for 43 hours and i was wide awake. I declined the sleep drugs, i'm not a whimp.
When is the last time you ran?
I don't know but i'll be running after you right now,,,, come here!!!!
WHACK!!!!!!!!!
Interview terminated.
FROUKHIANS HITS BACK AT CRITICS
Totton Town defender Aaron Froukhians has hit back at all his critics, and has laughed off claims that he is 'too slow' when it comes down to playing against the bigger and better sides.
Being nick named 'the snail' and with the City Central game coming up in two weeks, many believe Aaron may struggle to come to terms with Centrals pace and penetration in attack.
"Yes, being honest i do lack a little pace now" admitted Aaron in today's interview. Aaron was well known for his blistering pace in his younger years, but today claims he is a better player now. "i have far more intelligence, technically I'm still OK and i believe i am a very different player now, a better player perhaps",he went on to say "i need to work on my fitness and sharpness but I'm getting better with every game i feel, hey Cannavaro for Italy has no pace and he is one of the finest defenders on the planet"
Aaron also backed his team-mates in defence and said they have what it takes in the big matches. "since we started to play 4-4-2, we are really starting to gel well in defence, i have developed a good understanding with Luke Charles and Sam Payne has done very well giving us more solidity and aerial ability" Aaron also had this to say about right back Simon Cook "the lad, like myself has not played many matches in the last few years but has come in and done himself and the team proud, he still need more sharpness, but he is getting better with every match and has been Mr reliable for us"
Aaron also said he and the rest of the back four have nothing to prove going into the Central match. "Yes, its going to be a real test for us, by a mile our hardest match of the season, but we know we can raise our game when required. It will be hard for them as well and we will do our up most to deny them time and space, I'm backing the lads to rise to the occasion"
Being nick named 'the snail' and with the City Central game coming up in two weeks, many believe Aaron may struggle to come to terms with Centrals pace and penetration in attack.
"Yes, being honest i do lack a little pace now" admitted Aaron in today's interview. Aaron was well known for his blistering pace in his younger years, but today claims he is a better player now. "i have far more intelligence, technically I'm still OK and i believe i am a very different player now, a better player perhaps",he went on to say "i need to work on my fitness and sharpness but I'm getting better with every game i feel, hey Cannavaro for Italy has no pace and he is one of the finest defenders on the planet"
Aaron also backed his team-mates in defence and said they have what it takes in the big matches. "since we started to play 4-4-2, we are really starting to gel well in defence, i have developed a good understanding with Luke Charles and Sam Payne has done very well giving us more solidity and aerial ability" Aaron also had this to say about right back Simon Cook "the lad, like myself has not played many matches in the last few years but has come in and done himself and the team proud, he still need more sharpness, but he is getting better with every match and has been Mr reliable for us"
Aaron also said he and the rest of the back four have nothing to prove going into the Central match. "Yes, its going to be a real test for us, by a mile our hardest match of the season, but we know we can raise our game when required. It will be hard for them as well and we will do our up most to deny them time and space, I'm backing the lads to rise to the occasion"
HARDIE WARNS TOTTON TOWN OF CENTRAL THREAT!
Former Real Lyndurst midfielder Patrick Hardie has warned his future team-mates of the tactics that City Central play. Pat, who is recovering from a torn cart ledge, will sign for Totton Town when he is fully fit next season.
Not actually played against them himself, Pat turned to an old Lyndhurst team mate Ben Bran for an insight of how the Junior 1 giants play as Ben has played against them in the league for AFC Vear.
"They are a pretty good side you know" Bran tells Pat Hardie, "not to exaggerate they are a bloody good side in the air, they win everything! And you dont want to be giving away cheap corners or set-pieces, because they will punish you! if you stand any chance of beating them, then nullify there aerial threat!". This is coming from a man that is immense in the air himself.
This is not good news for Totton Town as they are not the best side in the air, to be honest average at best! Also another big weapon that Central have is lots of pace in their side, another problem to deal with as the Totton back fours pace is very average. Aaron Froukhians, nick named 'the snail' will have to be on his toes all through this match.
On top of that Central have a wealth of Wessex League experience, a number of players playing for VT FC.
So by the look of things Totton Town don't really have much of a chance in this match with all these issues stacked against them, do TTFC dread this tie? Hell no! Totton Town would not have it any other way and are looking forward to beating the odds and shocking City Central. But most certainly, the warning has been acknowledged.
Not actually played against them himself, Pat turned to an old Lyndhurst team mate Ben Bran for an insight of how the Junior 1 giants play as Ben has played against them in the league for AFC Vear.
"They are a pretty good side you know" Bran tells Pat Hardie, "not to exaggerate they are a bloody good side in the air, they win everything! And you dont want to be giving away cheap corners or set-pieces, because they will punish you! if you stand any chance of beating them, then nullify there aerial threat!". This is coming from a man that is immense in the air himself.
This is not good news for Totton Town as they are not the best side in the air, to be honest average at best! Also another big weapon that Central have is lots of pace in their side, another problem to deal with as the Totton back fours pace is very average. Aaron Froukhians, nick named 'the snail' will have to be on his toes all through this match.
On top of that Central have a wealth of Wessex League experience, a number of players playing for VT FC.
So by the look of things Totton Town don't really have much of a chance in this match with all these issues stacked against them, do TTFC dread this tie? Hell no! Totton Town would not have it any other way and are looking forward to beating the odds and shocking City Central. But most certainly, the warning has been acknowledged.
TOTTON TOWN TURN ATTENTION TO FC POLAND
Due to the Obelisk match being post-poned, TTFC saw this as an opportunity to head to riverside park just down the road in bitterne, to watch the Machtech - FC Poland match, to get an insight of what the polish side will be like when TTFC face them in the cup.
Without getting too carried away, there was nothing there to be terrified about. Although you could argue that the heavy rain and the uneven pitch was making play difficult, there was a lot of heavy first touches, misplaced passing and being honest, there seemed to be a lack of quality in the polish side as from the first half the Totton squad endured, Machtech were on top in this match and were 2-1 up at half time.
Clearly the Totton players were not too impressed with what they were watching, hence why they left at half time, they had seen enough!
Its still a big match and certainly wont be an easy one, but TTFC can go into this match believing they can make the next round.
Without getting too carried away, there was nothing there to be terrified about. Although you could argue that the heavy rain and the uneven pitch was making play difficult, there was a lot of heavy first touches, misplaced passing and being honest, there seemed to be a lack of quality in the polish side as from the first half the Totton squad endured, Machtech were on top in this match and were 2-1 up at half time.
Clearly the Totton players were not too impressed with what they were watching, hence why they left at half time, they had seen enough!
Its still a big match and certainly wont be an easy one, but TTFC can go into this match believing they can make the next round.
TOTTON TOWN V OBELISK MATCH CALLED OFF
The match between Totton town and Obelisk has been called off, due to the condition of the pitch. The groundsman and referee both came to the same conclusion that the pitch at itchen college today was 'unplayable'.
This has come as a bit of a blow to the TTFC camp, as now there is not another league match to be played till December, so the momentum has stalled, as Totton were going into this game on the back of 7 straight wins!
Totton town will have to turn there priorities to the cup competitions, the crunch match with City Central is only 2 weeks away!
This has come as a bit of a blow to the TTFC camp, as now there is not another league match to be played till December, so the momentum has stalled, as Totton were going into this game on the back of 7 straight wins!
Totton town will have to turn there priorities to the cup competitions, the crunch match with City Central is only 2 weeks away!
Forthcoming Fixtures
SUN 28TH OCT 10AM KO VS OBILISK LEAGUE ITCHEN COLLEGE
SUN 4TH NOV NO MATCH
SUN 11TH NOV 10AM VS CITY CENTRAL 1ST RND CONCORDE
DR RYDER CUP
SUN 18TH NOV 10AM VS FC POLAND 2ND RND ???????
SOTON CUP
SUN 25TH NOV NO MATCH
SUN 4TH NOV NO MATCH
SUN 11TH NOV 10AM VS CITY CENTRAL 1ST RND CONCORDE
DR RYDER CUP
SUN 18TH NOV 10AM VS FC POLAND 2ND RND ???????
SOTON CUP
SUN 25TH NOV NO MATCH
Totton Town underdogs in cup yet again!
There was yet more harsh news for Totton town in the Southampton cup 2nd round as they were drawn against junior 1 giants FC Poland. TTFC received a bye in the first round. This draw has come in just 3 days after the club had drawn City Central in the Dr Ryder cup.
Another big performance will most certainly be required against a side that are undefeated this season. Like Central, FC Poland have a very impressive record this season, and there past results suggest they will a very hard side to beat. Totton town will most certainly be labelled as big underdogs in both these ties!
But on the other side of the coin Totton town are a team with real quality about them, the togetherness and will to win, shown by the side who thrashed chandlers ford 9-3. One thing is for sure if both junior 1 clubs underestimate Totton Town, it will certainly be a huge mistake and totton have more than enough in the tank to send both these sides for an early bath.
The match with FC Poland will take place on sunday 18th November. Although two real bad draws, TTFC will have the confidence defy the odds and shock both junior 1 giants!
Another big performance will most certainly be required against a side that are undefeated this season. Like Central, FC Poland have a very impressive record this season, and there past results suggest they will a very hard side to beat. Totton town will most certainly be labelled as big underdogs in both these ties!
But on the other side of the coin Totton town are a team with real quality about them, the togetherness and will to win, shown by the side who thrashed chandlers ford 9-3. One thing is for sure if both junior 1 clubs underestimate Totton Town, it will certainly be a huge mistake and totton have more than enough in the tank to send both these sides for an early bath.
The match with FC Poland will take place on sunday 18th November. Although two real bad draws, TTFC will have the confidence defy the odds and shock both junior 1 giants!
RE: Totton kick off Dr ryder cup VS City Central!
Totton town have drawn City Central in the first round of the Dr Ryder cup.
City Central lie in third place in the junior 1 division, and aside from Masters at Work who defeated Central 2-0 last week, they have been making mince meat of the teams in their division, managing 30 goals from their first 6 games including a 10-1 destruction of one of Totton town's arch enemies... SOUTHAMPTON CITY! Sorry Leath!
TTFC could not have asked for a tougher match to kick off their cup campaign and will have to be at their best if they are to stop a side which has won an incredible 35 out of 38 league matches since they started in the Sunday league structure!
The match will take place on Sunday 11th November (10:00am Kick-off) at the Concorde. The most exciting tie of the round!
City Central lie in third place in the junior 1 division, and aside from Masters at Work who defeated Central 2-0 last week, they have been making mince meat of the teams in their division, managing 30 goals from their first 6 games including a 10-1 destruction of one of Totton town's arch enemies... SOUTHAMPTON CITY! Sorry Leath!
TTFC could not have asked for a tougher match to kick off their cup campaign and will have to be at their best if they are to stop a side which has won an incredible 35 out of 38 league matches since they started in the Sunday league structure!
The match will take place on Sunday 11th November (10:00am Kick-off) at the Concorde. The most exciting tie of the round!
