This week's SoReg Review has to start with an apology to Slough Town. IN last week's edition there was an incorrect statistic stating they were yet to win on the road. This was rightly called out not once, but twice. So, thanks for the heads-up and sorry to Slough for getting the stat wrong. However, it's nice to know that the blog was read. Sometimes you only find out when there is something wrong.
On the pitch this weekend, Slough won away from home AGAIN and, just to be clear, this was their THIRD away league victory of the season. Wycombe climbed to second in the Premier League and Woodley also returned to winning ways. Penn edged out Ascot in Division One North, maintaining their hopes of catching Beaconsfield. In the South, Stoneham went five points clear with a hard-fought win at QK.
There were big county cup wins for Sholing, Oxford City and Kidlington. Reading, Portchester and Winchester all went out to higher-ranked opposition.
On the pitch this weekend, Slough won away from home AGAIN and, just to be clear, this was their THIRD away league victory of the season. Wycombe climbed to second in the Premier League and Woodley also returned to winning ways. Penn edged out Ascot in Division One North, maintaining their hopes of catching Beaconsfield. In the South, Stoneham went five points clear with a hard-fought win at QK.
There were big county cup wins for Sholing, Oxford City and Kidlington. Reading, Portchester and Winchester all went out to higher-ranked opposition.
Results 16th February 2025
PREMIER LEAGUE
| Top of the League Ascot United | Top Scorer Kayla Potter (22) Wycombe Wanderers |
Badshot Lea 0-6 Wycombe Wanderers
The Chairgirls piled on the misery for Badshot Lea, who are now just five games away from a winless season. Wycombe climbed to second in the table. eight points shy of leaders Ascot United and a point clear of third-placed Oxford City. Kayla Potter led the way with four goals, aided by one each from Libby Monaghan and Jessica Watkins. You can watch the goals here.
Woodley United 3-0 Selsey
After two league defeats on the bounce, Woodley got back to winning ways. Choe Melton set them on their way after just two minutes. Lauren Devlin doubled the advantage eight minutes later, but they were then made to wait until the 85th minute before Sarah Lawrence made the game completely safe. Read the match report from the always excellent Wandering Tractor and check the brilliant match action photos from Andy Wicks.
Badshot Lea 0-6 Wycombe Wanderers
The Chairgirls piled on the misery for Badshot Lea, who are now just five games away from a winless season. Wycombe climbed to second in the table. eight points shy of leaders Ascot United and a point clear of third-placed Oxford City. Kayla Potter led the way with four goals, aided by one each from Libby Monaghan and Jessica Watkins. You can watch the goals here.
Woodley United 3-0 Selsey
After two league defeats on the bounce, Woodley got back to winning ways. Choe Melton set them on their way after just two minutes. Lauren Devlin doubled the advantage eight minutes later, but they were then made to wait until the 85th minute before Sarah Lawrence made the game completely safe. Read the match report from the always excellent Wandering Tractor and check the brilliant match action photos from Andy Wicks.
DIVISION ONE NORTH
| Top of the League Beaconsfield Town | Top Scorer Shannon Read (23) Wycombe Wanderers u23 |
Abingdon United Development P-P Tilehurst Panthers
Beaconsfield Town P-P Milton United
Caversham United 0-2 Slough Town
The Goats remain rooted to the foot of the table after losing their seventh consecutive home league fixture. Slough have now won three at home and away as they leapfrogged Tilehurst into sixth spot. Both goals came from Aimee Roberts in the 37th and 63rd minutes.
Chesham United Development 2-5 Wycombe Wanderers u23
Another two goal haul for top scorer Shannon Read, aided by two more from Elena Mitchell and a goal from Sara Zaoui, sent Wycombe's u23 side to within a point of second placed Ascot United Reserves. Grace Kennedy and Morgan Briggs were on the mark for Chesham.
Penn & Tylers Green 1-0 Ascot United Reserves
Megan Brockwell got the crucial goal that separated the sides and kept Penn's slim title hopes alive. The result leaves Ascot five points adrift of the top having played a game more than Beaconsfield, ahead of their cruck clash in two weeks. Penn have five games in hand on the leaders, but are 18 points back. Having said that, The Rams are yet to visit French School Meadow in the league.
DIVISION ONE SOUTH
| Top of the League AFC Stoneham | Top Scorer Mia House (17) AFC Stoneham |
Bournemouth Sports Reserves 1-6 Havant & Waterlooville
Despite a third minute Emily Phillips goal, Bournemouth Sports Reserves crashed to their ninth consecutive defeat. Chelsie Hay, making her debut, announced herself with two goals. Tia Hooper, Sophie Lee, Chloe Marsh and captain Emma-Jane May weighed in with the other four as The Hawks kept up the pressure at the top. They remain two points behind Stoneham with a game in hand and four in front of Fleet, who have played four fewer games.
QK Southampton 1-4 AFC Stoneham
Stoneham dominated possession in this game but made hard work of seeing off a determined Bees side who never give up. Top scorer Mia House gave Stoneham an early lead which they failed to add to before the break. Five minutes into the second period, Megan Dries equalised for QK before keeper Ava Saunders made a stunning penalty save. However, further goals from Aimee Gritt, Meredith Pake and Rebecca Moody sealed it for The Purps. Read all about it in the BotP match blog (Bees Stung).
Woking 4-3 Wimborne Town
The Cards, with Louise Curr substituting between the sticks, found themselves a goal down after 7 minutes when Abigail Buck struck for Wimborne. However, the home side hit back in some style. A Gaby Hobday hat-trick inside 13 minutes put them 3-1 up and Beth Anders, on 34 minutes, made it four before the break. The Magpies hit back with goals from Sadie West and Brooke Suddaby but couldn't find an equaliser in the final 15 minutes.
SENIOR CUPS
BERKS & BUCKS
Reading 0-3 Maidenhead United
National League Maidenhead took 42 minutes to break down Reading, before Macey-Nikiah Walters struck to send United into the break a goal to the good. Just past the hour Isacc Gregory doubled the advantage and Nat Rasmussen made it three with nine minutes of normal time remaining.
National League Maidenhead took 42 minutes to break down Reading, before Macey-Nikiah Walters struck to send United into the break a goal to the good. Just past the hour Isacc Gregory doubled the advantage and Nat Rasmussen made it three with nine minutes of normal time remaining.
OXFORDSHIRE
Oxford City 7-0 Easington Sports
The Hoops scored seven for the second time in a week and the third time in their last four games. Ellie Walecki with two, Ellie White, Lucy White, Kaitlyn Crouch, Billie Bough-French and Isobel Bradley were the scorers for City as they progressed to April's Final against Kidlington Youth.
Thame United 1-6 Kidlington Youth
The Greens set up a Final meeting with Oxford City as they cruised past Them United at Meadow Park. Two from Keira Isaac (although one later got credited as an OG), two more from player of the match Sara Pinna and one each from Emily Keal and Courtney Sumner, were enough to see off Thame, whose goal came from Shona Reid-Evans.
The Hoops scored seven for the second time in a week and the third time in their last four games. Ellie Walecki with two, Ellie White, Lucy White, Kaitlyn Crouch, Billie Bough-French and Isobel Bradley were the scorers for City as they progressed to April's Final against Kidlington Youth.
Thame United 1-6 Kidlington Youth
The Greens set up a Final meeting with Oxford City as they cruised past Them United at Meadow Park. Two from Keira Isaac (although one later got credited as an OG), two more from player of the match Sara Pinna and one each from Emily Keal and Courtney Sumner, were enough to see off Thame, whose goal came from Shona Reid-Evans.
HAMPSHIRE
AFC Bournemouth P-P Bursledon
AFC Portchester 1-3 Moneyfields
National League Division One side Moneyfields made it through to the semi-final thanks to first half goals from Shannon Albuery and Lucy Cooper. April Hill pulled a goal back for Portchy after 61 minutes but a second from Lucy Cooper six minutes later, put paid to any comeback. You can see a few photos from the game courtesy of Alex Shute Photography
Sholing 4-1 Fleet Town
Siena Millen hit two more goals for the Boatwomen, one in each half. There were also first half goals for Ella Wilson, her first for the club, and Lani Dickinson as Sholing showed their Premier League class against Fleet.
Winchester City Flyers v 0-4 Southampton PGA u21
Southampton's u21 side scored two goals in each half, despite a valiant effort from Flyers. Goalkeeper Ellie Parker took the player of the match award with some excellent saves, some of which you can view on the Winchester Facebook page. James Prickett was on hand to capture the match action.
AFC Portchester 1-3 Moneyfields
National League Division One side Moneyfields made it through to the semi-final thanks to first half goals from Shannon Albuery and Lucy Cooper. April Hill pulled a goal back for Portchy after 61 minutes but a second from Lucy Cooper six minutes later, put paid to any comeback. You can see a few photos from the game courtesy of Alex Shute Photography
Sholing 4-1 Fleet Town
Siena Millen hit two more goals for the Boatwomen, one in each half. There were also first half goals for Ella Wilson, her first for the club, and Lani Dickinson as Sholing showed their Premier League class against Fleet.
Winchester City Flyers v 0-4 Southampton PGA u21
Southampton's u21 side scored two goals in each half, despite a valiant effort from Flyers. Goalkeeper Ellie Parker took the player of the match award with some excellent saves, some of which you can view on the Winchester Facebook page. James Prickett was on hand to capture the match action.
Fixtures Sunday 23rd February 2025
PREMIER LEAGUE
Badshot Lea v Oxford City
The Baggies continue their search for a first league win of the season as they entertain Oxford City. The Hoops are currently third in the table and have scored seven goals in both of their last two games. Badshot Lea lost 6-0 at home to second placed Wycombe last weekend and have now failed to find the net in any of their last four in all competitions. The reverse fixture saw City win 6-1 with five different players getting in on the scoring act.
Westfield Lane, Wrecclesham GU10 4PF
Woodley United v Reading
The second derby day of the season. United edged the reverse fixture 3-2 with a 94th minute Chloe Melton winner. The game also saw Woodley's Kate Hudson see red. Reading eased their relegation worries with the win over Selsey a few weeks ago. However, since that win they have lost four on the bounce in all competitions, failing to score a single goal. Woodley's defeat of Selsey on Sunday re-ignited their aspirations of a runners-up spot.
UofR Bulmershe Pavilion, Woodlands Avenue, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 3HE
The Baggies continue their search for a first league win of the season as they entertain Oxford City. The Hoops are currently third in the table and have scored seven goals in both of their last two games. Badshot Lea lost 6-0 at home to second placed Wycombe last weekend and have now failed to find the net in any of their last four in all competitions. The reverse fixture saw City win 6-1 with five different players getting in on the scoring act.
Westfield Lane, Wrecclesham GU10 4PF
Woodley United v Reading
The second derby day of the season. United edged the reverse fixture 3-2 with a 94th minute Chloe Melton winner. The game also saw Woodley's Kate Hudson see red. Reading eased their relegation worries with the win over Selsey a few weeks ago. However, since that win they have lost four on the bounce in all competitions, failing to score a single goal. Woodley's defeat of Selsey on Sunday re-ignited their aspirations of a runners-up spot.
UofR Bulmershe Pavilion, Woodlands Avenue, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 3HE
DIVISION ONE NORTH
Caversham United v Milton United
The Goats went down 2-0 at home to Slough at the weekend and are currently two points adrift at the bottom of the table. Milton didn't play last weekend but their 1-0 defat of Kidlington in early February, moved them eight points clear of the drop zone, a very healthy gap with games in hand on the two below them. The reverse fixture, in mid-December, ended in a 5-0 home victory with Jessica Excell scoring twice for Milton.
Mapeldurham Recreation Ground, Upper Woodcote Road, Mapledurham, Reading RG4 7LD
Penn & Tylers Green v Abingdon United Development
Penn are hanging onto their slim title hopes. Their narrow defeat of Ascot United Reserves last weekend was their fourth consecutive league win and with the leaders still to visit French School Meadow, the league is in the balance. Penn won 1-0 at Abingdon earlier in the season although it took an own goal midway through the first-half to break the deadlock.
French School Meadow Elm Road, Penn HP10 8LG
Slough Town v Chesham United Development
Slough's 2-0 win at Caversham last time out saw them move into sixth spot with five to play. Certainly safe from any relegation worries, they can now focus on finishing as high as possible. No such luxury for Chesham who only sit two pints above Caversham and have played a game more than the bottom side. Slough won the reverse fixture 4-0 with two from Hannah Summers and further goals from Daisy Skinner and Nikhita Sangha.
Arbour Park, Stoke Road, Slough SL2 5AY
Tilehurst Panthers v Kidlington Youth
Although they have won their last two county cup outings, Kidlington have lost their last three league games, including the reverse fixture against Panthers. That ended in a 6-3 win for Tilehurst largely down to a four goal second-half haul from Leah Why. Panthers are still to win at Scours Lane in the league, taking 15 of their 17 points on the road.
The Rivermoor, Scours Lane, Reading, RG30 6AY
DIVISION ONE SOUTH
AFC Varsity v AFC Stoneham
Varsity have won two and lost two of their last four, but have a better away record than at home. Away record better than at home. The Purps, who ground out a win at QK last weekend, need to keep winning games and hoping that Fleet slip up somewhere along the way. The reverse fixture ended in a 7-0 victory Stoneham. Top scorer Mia House scored six for Stoneham all within 37 minutes.
Hatches Farm Sports Ground, Romsey Road, West Wellow, Romsey SO51 6EA
Wimborne Town v Bursledon
It's fair to say that both of these teams have had a successful first season in the Southern Region League. Sitting fifth and seventh respectively, The Dons are four points behind the Magpies but do have two games in hand. Town have lost their last two league outings, at Havant and Woking. Bursledon have won one and lost one, the defeat also coming at Woking. The reverse fixture, in September, ended in a 1-1 draw that BotP had the pleasure to witness. (These Two Are Keepers)
Wyatt Homes Stadium, New Cuthbury, 16 Ainsley Road, Wimborne BH21 2FU
Varsity have won two and lost two of their last four, but have a better away record than at home. Away record better than at home. The Purps, who ground out a win at QK last weekend, need to keep winning games and hoping that Fleet slip up somewhere along the way. The reverse fixture ended in a 7-0 victory Stoneham. Top scorer Mia House scored six for Stoneham all within 37 minutes.
Hatches Farm Sports Ground, Romsey Road, West Wellow, Romsey SO51 6EA
Wimborne Town v Bursledon
It's fair to say that both of these teams have had a successful first season in the Southern Region League. Sitting fifth and seventh respectively, The Dons are four points behind the Magpies but do have two games in hand. Town have lost their last two league outings, at Havant and Woking. Bursledon have won one and lost one, the defeat also coming at Woking. The reverse fixture, in September, ended in a 1-1 draw that BotP had the pleasure to witness. (These Two Are Keepers)
Wyatt Homes Stadium, New Cuthbury, 16 Ainsley Road, Wimborne BH21 2FU
LEAGUE CUP - QUARTER-FINALS
AFC Portchester v Wycombe Wanderers
The first of a cup and league double-header between these two. The reverse league fixture, played on the opening day, saw Portchy return from Burnham with the points following a 3-0 victory. Millie Bradbury scored twice with the other goal coming from Lina Stroem. Both teams have been on a good run of form, with just a single defeat each in their last six outings.
On-Site Group Stadium, Cranleigh Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 9DP
Ascot United v Havant & Waterlooville
A tough test for The Hawks as they visit the Premier League leaders, who have a 100% league record at The Racecourse Ground this season, although they did lose to lower league opposition, Newport Pagnell Town, in the senior cup. Havant have won their last four league games and progressed to this quarter-final by beating Stoneham 1-0. Ascot's progression came on the back of a walkover in the previous round.
Racecourse Ground, Winkfield Road, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7LJ
Sholing v Fleet Town
Deja vu for these two as they come face to face for the second week running. Last weekend Sholing put Fleet out of the county cup with a 4-1 victory. What will happen in the League Cup? Sholing are safe in mid-table, so may well fancy their chances of silverware in the cup. Fleet are still very much in the running for promotion from Division One South. However, with so many games still to paly, they might want to rest players in the cup to maximise their league efforts.
Oasis Academy Mayfield, Ashley Crescent, Southampton SO19 9NA
Winchester City Flyers v Beaconsfield Town
Flyers are also safely ensconced in mid-table. With no league concerns, they can focus their energy on continuing their cup run. The Rams will certainly still have one eye on their league campaign. They are favourites to take the title, but have to be very aware of Penn & Tylers Green especially if the latter continue to win their games in hand. City put out Woking 4-1 away from home in the previous round. Beaconsfield demolished Premier League Selsey 5-1, also on the road.
Charters Community Stadium, Hiller Way, Winchester SO50 7SU
The first of a cup and league double-header between these two. The reverse league fixture, played on the opening day, saw Portchy return from Burnham with the points following a 3-0 victory. Millie Bradbury scored twice with the other goal coming from Lina Stroem. Both teams have been on a good run of form, with just a single defeat each in their last six outings.
On-Site Group Stadium, Cranleigh Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 9DP
Ascot United v Havant & Waterlooville
A tough test for The Hawks as they visit the Premier League leaders, who have a 100% league record at The Racecourse Ground this season, although they did lose to lower league opposition, Newport Pagnell Town, in the senior cup. Havant have won their last four league games and progressed to this quarter-final by beating Stoneham 1-0. Ascot's progression came on the back of a walkover in the previous round.
Racecourse Ground, Winkfield Road, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7LJ
Sholing v Fleet Town
Deja vu for these two as they come face to face for the second week running. Last weekend Sholing put Fleet out of the county cup with a 4-1 victory. What will happen in the League Cup? Sholing are safe in mid-table, so may well fancy their chances of silverware in the cup. Fleet are still very much in the running for promotion from Division One South. However, with so many games still to paly, they might want to rest players in the cup to maximise their league efforts.
Oasis Academy Mayfield, Ashley Crescent, Southampton SO19 9NA
Winchester City Flyers v Beaconsfield Town
Flyers are also safely ensconced in mid-table. With no league concerns, they can focus their energy on continuing their cup run. The Rams will certainly still have one eye on their league campaign. They are favourites to take the title, but have to be very aware of Penn & Tylers Green especially if the latter continue to win their games in hand. City put out Woking 4-1 away from home in the previous round. Beaconsfield demolished Premier League Selsey 5-1, also on the road.
Charters Community Stadium, Hiller Way, Winchester SO50 7SU
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