Posted Mon 13th Feb:
We've arranged a friendly against our fellow Under 15 side at The Closes on Sunday 19th February, kick off at midday - not our usual 2pm.
This should be a good chance to get some football in before our next two games.
I hope all can make this game.
CM v Radley Youth 26th February - Postponed
Posted Mon 13th Feb:
I've just heard our game against Radley on the 26th has been postponed as their re-arranged cup game has been given that date. So we have 2 home league games left to play in March (hopefully!).
I've just heard our game against Radley on the 26th has been postponed as their re-arranged cup game has been given that date. So we have 2 home league games left to play in March (hopefully!).
Training on Tuesday 14th February - OFF
Posted Sat 11th Feb:
Botley's pitch is under 4-5cms snow and when that thaws it will go back to the same flooded state it's been all week. It's also half term with some already not able to make it, Oxford Utd are playing at home and there's no game on the next Sunday.
All these mean we should call off training for Tuesday now rather than going through the motions and calling it off on the day. At least the more romantic ones will be able to do the good thing.
Botley's pitch is under 4-5cms snow and when that thaws it will go back to the same flooded state it's been all week. It's also half term with some already not able to make it, Oxford Utd are playing at home and there's no game on the next Sunday.
All these mean we should call off training for Tuesday now rather than going through the motions and calling it off on the day. At least the more romantic ones will be able to do the good thing.
CM v Northway Sunday 12th February - Postponed
Our next game is at home to Northway at The Closes on Sunday 12th February, kick off 2pm.
It's our biggest game so far this season so we will be looking for a good attendance with both players and spectators.
The weather forecast is not too promising but as it's an afternoon kick off there is a reasonable chance of it going ahead.
We will be posting updates on here later in the week to keep you all informed.
Update Friday 8pm:
I went to look at the pitch and its still got 3-4 cms of snow on it and is rock hard underneath. In the unlikely event of it thawing out it will just sit on the surface so is not going to be playable by Sunday.
All other Oxfordshire league games are postponed and I'm afraid ours is too.
Enjoy the weekend in front of the fire!
It's our biggest game so far this season so we will be looking for a good attendance with both players and spectators.
The weather forecast is not too promising but as it's an afternoon kick off there is a reasonable chance of it going ahead.
We will be posting updates on here later in the week to keep you all informed.
Update Friday 8pm:
I went to look at the pitch and its still got 3-4 cms of snow on it and is rock hard underneath. In the unlikely event of it thawing out it will just sit on the surface so is not going to be playable by Sunday.
All other Oxfordshire league games are postponed and I'm afraid ours is too.
Enjoy the weekend in front of the fire!
Training on Tuesday 7th February - OFF
Training is technically still on as of today (Monday) but the weather forecast is pretty miserable so it is in doubt. We'll have a look at the pitch tonight and tomorrow morning and let you know the result as soon as a decision is made
Update Monday night:
I've had a look at the pitch and there's still plenty of snow lying on it. Where it has melted it's leaving standing water, so it will either be unplayable because it's frozen or waterlogged so we might as well call it off now.
Update Monday night:
I've had a look at the pitch and there's still plenty of snow lying on it. Where it has melted it's leaving standing water, so it will either be unplayable because it's frozen or waterlogged so we might as well call it off now.
Training on Tuesday 31st January - ON
Posted Sun 29th Jan:
We are due to train next Tuesday but the weather forecast is suggesting sub zero conditions so it is in jeopardy.
All updates will be post on here throughout the day.
Update Tues 3:30pm:
Training is on as the pitch should be playable. However as we don't have a game on Sunday it is optional.
We are due to train next Tuesday but the weather forecast is suggesting sub zero conditions so it is in jeopardy.
All updates will be post on here throughout the day.
Update Tues 3:30pm:
Training is on as the pitch should be playable. However as we don't have a game on Sunday it is optional.
CM v Banbury United
29th January 2012 Result 1-3 HT 1-1
Scorers for CM: Jamie Smith (2) Ben Whitehead
This was the previously postponed match against Banbury who are near the bottom of the league but have recently got some decent results.
A few players were late for the game thanks to incorrect instructions from a member of the coaching staff, although he wrongly claimed to have sent an email with the new location. Apologies all round.
The game started at a frantic pace and Banbury were unlucky when a close range shot hit the bar following a cross from a corner. It then settled to an evenly matched contest with both teams unable to gain control.
It was left to Jamie Smith to break the deadlock after 20 minutes with a crisply struck volley from 20 yards to give us the lead.
Banbury equalised soon after with a well taken header from a corner.
The first half finished 1-1 which was a fair reflection of the game so far.
We started brightly in the second half and after 52 minutes Ben Whitehead scored with a powerful header from a Jamie Smith cross.
After 70 minutes Jake Gerring was fouled just outside the area on the left when going for goal, with the Banbury player getting booked. Jamie Smith scored directly from the resulting free kick when his shot went straight through a crowded penalty area.
We had a couple of extra chances towards the end of the game with both Robbie Catling and Joff Stimpson going close but the game finished 1-3.
Daniel West was unanimously voted man of the match with another great performance at right back.
Many thanks to Kane Slaymaker for doing an excellent job running the line giving Nick Penfold a well deserved rest.
Banbury proved to be much tougher opposition than their league place suggests, we did well to get our fifth consecutive victory and secure second place in the league.
Scorers for CM: Jamie Smith (2) Ben Whitehead
This was the previously postponed match against Banbury who are near the bottom of the league but have recently got some decent results.
A few players were late for the game thanks to incorrect instructions from a member of the coaching staff, although he wrongly claimed to have sent an email with the new location. Apologies all round.
The game started at a frantic pace and Banbury were unlucky when a close range shot hit the bar following a cross from a corner. It then settled to an evenly matched contest with both teams unable to gain control.
It was left to Jamie Smith to break the deadlock after 20 minutes with a crisply struck volley from 20 yards to give us the lead.
Banbury equalised soon after with a well taken header from a corner.
The first half finished 1-1 which was a fair reflection of the game so far.
We started brightly in the second half and after 52 minutes Ben Whitehead scored with a powerful header from a Jamie Smith cross.
After 70 minutes Jake Gerring was fouled just outside the area on the left when going for goal, with the Banbury player getting booked. Jamie Smith scored directly from the resulting free kick when his shot went straight through a crowded penalty area.
We had a couple of extra chances towards the end of the game with both Robbie Catling and Joff Stimpson going close but the game finished 1-3.
Daniel West was unanimously voted man of the match with another great performance at right back.
Many thanks to Kane Slaymaker for doing an excellent job running the line giving Nick Penfold a well deserved rest.
Banbury proved to be much tougher opposition than their league place suggests, we did well to get our fifth consecutive victory and secure second place in the league.
Next game away to Banbury
Our next game is on Sunday 29th January away to Banbury United, kick off 2pm, please be there by 1.15pm.
Update Thursday 26th Jan: The game is to be played at Easington Rec which is a park just off the Easington Road. A nearby postcode is OX16 9HJ
If you would like a lift we are leaving Elms Parade at 12.40pm.
Update Thursday 26th Jan: The game is to be played at Easington Rec which is a park just off the Easington Road. A nearby postcode is OX16 9HJ
If you would like a lift we are leaving Elms Parade at 12.40pm.
Advance notice of game on 12th February
Our home game against Northway is on 12th February which is one of the half term holiday weekends. If anyone cannot make this date please let us know as soon as possible.
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
Training on Tuesday 24th January - OFF
We are training as usual on Tuesday, 7pm at Fogwell Road ahead of our game at Banbury on Sunday 29th.
The weather forecast isn't too clever but unless the pitch is under water training will go ahead.
I will endeavour to confirm on here at around 3pm but no news means it's on.
Update 2.45pm: I've been to look at the pitch, there's too much standing water and the pitch is really churned up, so we're going to have to cancel training.
Sorry about that and see you all on Sunday
The weather forecast isn't too clever but unless the pitch is under water training will go ahead.
I will endeavour to confirm on here at around 3pm but no news means it's on.
Update 2.45pm: I've been to look at the pitch, there's too much standing water and the pitch is really churned up, so we're going to have to cancel training.
Sorry about that and see you all on Sunday
CM v Northway 22nd January Postponed
Our game against Northway on Sunday 22nd has been postponed to make way for their cup game.
It's been re-arranged for 12th February - details to follow.
It's been re-arranged for 12th February - details to follow.
Training on Tuesday 17th January OFF
The weather is predicted to warm up slightly on Tuesday so it looks like our training will be on. It's the usual - 7pm at Fogwell Road.
But if it's still cold on Tuesday keep an eye on here, first place for news.
Update 4pm Tuesday: Following a pitch inspection by Pete, training has been called off. It's not too bad on the surface but too hard to take a stud so there's a real risk of injury. It's only bound to get worse this evening and the sensible decision is to cancel.
But if it's still cold on Tuesday keep an eye on here, first place for news.
Update 4pm Tuesday: Following a pitch inspection by Pete, training has been called off. It's not too bad on the surface but too hard to take a stud so there's a real risk of injury. It's only bound to get worse this evening and the sensible decision is to cancel.
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