Once again only six games survived the weather on Sunday, many of which were played on artificial surfaces. However, there was still plenty of good football out there. In the top flight, Warminster Town continued their recent impressive form with a win at Eastleigh. IN the North, Long Crendon took a big step towards securing the title with a crushing 6-0 win at Ascot. Stoneham put Fleet to the sword in the South, heaping pressure onto leaders Havant & Waterlooville.
Premier League
Top of the League - Ascot United : Top Scorer - Ellie White (19), Oxford City
Eastleigh 1-3 Warminster Town
Town have now taken 10 points from the last 12 available and are now just a point behind Eastleigh with two games in hand. Jaz Harris put Warminster ahead only for Catherine Browning to get the Spitfires back on level terms four minutes before the break. In the second half Mia Blazey slotted home goals 12 and 13 of the season to take all three points for the visitors.
Town have now taken 10 points from the last 12 available and are now just a point behind Eastleigh with two games in hand. Jaz Harris put Warminster ahead only for Catherine Browning to get the Spitfires back on level terms four minutes before the break. In the second half Mia Blazey slotted home goals 12 and 13 of the season to take all three points for the visitors.
Division One North
Top of the League - Long Crendon : Top Scorer - Henna Hussain (22) Penn & Tylers Green
Abingdon United Development 4-2 Chesham United Development
Molly Lygo-Jackson gave Abingdon the lead after only 2 minutes in this game. Then a two goal blast inside three minutes just before the interval, from Mimi Hodges and Ruby-Lou Phillips, had the home side 3-0 up. Katie West gave Chesham a brief glimmer of hope on 51 minutes only for Rosie McCabe to restore the three-goal advantage minutes later. Emma Nolan grabbed a late consolation for Chesham but they couldn't prevent the Yellows winning for the second league outing on the bounce.
Ascot United Reserves 0-6 Long Crendon
Long Crendon took another step towards the league title, opening up a nine point gap with games running out. A win at Abingdon next Sunday would leave the chasing pack needing nothing less than a miracle. They consigned Ascot to their seventh consecutive league defeat with two goals from Samantha Jackson and one each from Emma Brockwell, Eleanor Lovelock, Tara Woodward and Michelle Bailey.
Molly Lygo-Jackson gave Abingdon the lead after only 2 minutes in this game. Then a two goal blast inside three minutes just before the interval, from Mimi Hodges and Ruby-Lou Phillips, had the home side 3-0 up. Katie West gave Chesham a brief glimmer of hope on 51 minutes only for Rosie McCabe to restore the three-goal advantage minutes later. Emma Nolan grabbed a late consolation for Chesham but they couldn't prevent the Yellows winning for the second league outing on the bounce.
Ascot United Reserves 0-6 Long Crendon
Long Crendon took another step towards the league title, opening up a nine point gap with games running out. A win at Abingdon next Sunday would leave the chasing pack needing nothing less than a miracle. They consigned Ascot to their seventh consecutive league defeat with two goals from Samantha Jackson and one each from Emma Brockwell, Eleanor Lovelock, Tara Woodward and Michelle Bailey.
Division One South
Top of the Table - Havant & Waterlooville : Top Scorer - Chloe Malton (16), AFC Stoneham
AFC Stoneham 6-0 Fleet Town
Fleet put up a stubborn rear-guard action for the first 35 minutes before a Chloe Melton penalty put the hosts ahead. Abbie Awdas doubled the lead. After Melton notched her second early in the second half another Chloe, Marshall this time, took over the show, smashing in a second half halt-trick with three excellent strikes. BotP was there to watch the action. You can read the match blog here (3-Star Marshall Leads Six-Shooters)
Fleet put up a stubborn rear-guard action for the first 35 minutes before a Chloe Melton penalty put the hosts ahead. Abbie Awdas doubled the lead. After Melton notched her second early in the second half another Chloe, Marshall this time, took over the show, smashing in a second half halt-trick with three excellent strikes. BotP was there to watch the action. You can read the match blog here (3-Star Marshall Leads Six-Shooters)
Cup Games
Capital Women's Cup Intermediate Section
Brentford 1-0 Woking
The Cards suffered Quarter-Final Cup heartbreak at the hands of a buzzing Bees side. A crowd of over 100 saw a Chloe Logie latch onto a rebound seven minutes from time, edging the hosts thorough. You can read the match report on the Woking website
Chairman's Cup
Winchester City Flyers 3-1 Badshot Lea
Flyers got back to winning ways, dumping The Baggies out of the Chairman's Cup in the process. Lydia Moulding, Charlotte Warhurst and Charlie Snelling were on the mark for Flyers. Badshot Lea's response came from Alyssa Hall. Winchester will now travel to Woking in the Quarter-Final.
Brentford 1-0 Woking
The Cards suffered Quarter-Final Cup heartbreak at the hands of a buzzing Bees side. A crowd of over 100 saw a Chloe Logie latch onto a rebound seven minutes from time, edging the hosts thorough. You can read the match report on the Woking website
Chairman's Cup
Winchester City Flyers 3-1 Badshot Lea
Flyers got back to winning ways, dumping The Baggies out of the Chairman's Cup in the process. Lydia Moulding, Charlotte Warhurst and Charlie Snelling were on the mark for Flyers. Badshot Lea's response came from Alyssa Hall. Winchester will now travel to Woking in the Quarter-Final.
Fixtures
ComCoFL Trophy - Thursday 22nd
Penn & Tylers Green v Abingdon United Development
Another Thursday, another attempt to play this tie. Will it ever stop raining? It will be interesting to see if a week off or a big win is the best preparation. Penn didn't play at the weekend, so you'd think they would be fresher. However, United had a good morale-boosting 4-2 win over Chesham on Sunday.
French School Meadow, Elm Road, Penn HP10 8LG
Sunday 25th
Premier
Eastleigh v Badshot Lea
Both of these teams were beaten 3-1 at the weekend. Eastleigh in the league, The Baggies in the Chairman's Cup. The reverse fixture, played in October, was a close encounter. Nicola Moore scored for Badshot Lea, but they eventually went down 2-1 thanks to strikes from Catherine Browning and Amber O'Reilly. The Baggies are at the stage where they need to get another win on the board if they want to have any chance of staying up.
Oasis Academy Mayfield, Ashley Cresent, Southampton SO19 9NA
Oxford City v Winchester City Flyers
Two each from Ellie White and Emily Harris secured a 4-0 in the October reverse fixture. However, Flyers have had a couple of good results in recent weeks, including a 2-2 draw at Ascot. This one could be a lot closer than their earlier meeting. Winchester also know that one more win would all but secure their spot in the Premier League next season. The Hoops will be looking to get three more points in an effort to wrestle third spot from Woodley.
Marsh Lane, Marston, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX3 0NQ
Woodley United v Bournemouth Sports
United came from a Rosie Eden goal down at half-time to equalise through May Hamblin back in September's 1-1 draw at Chapel Gate. It's safe to say that the Premier League is a two-horse race and that Sports are firmly ensconced in it. They need to keep winning games and heaping pressure on Ascot, especially as they have a game in hand and better goal difference. Woodley have had a really good season back in the top flight and are favourites to secure third spot, although this will be a big test of their credentials.
Bulmershe Pavilion, Woodlands Avenue, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 3HE
Wycombe Wanderers v Ascot United
These two have met twice already this season. On the opening day of the league, Ascot started their campaign in style, seeing off Wycombe with a 4-1 victory at The Racecourse. However, Wycombe gained some revenge when they knocked the Yellawomen out of the FA Cup winning 1-0 also at Ascot. The Chairgirls are right in the middle of a bunch of teams pressing to finish in third spot, where three points separates Woodley in third from Warminster in seventh.
18i78 Stadium, Wymers Wood Road, Burnham SL1 8JG
Division One North
Abingdon United Development v Long Crendon
Can United put the brakes on the Long Crendon title push? The reverse fixture ended 5-2 to Crendon and the league-leaders have won their last eight league games. However, United have won their last two and top-scorer Mimi Hodges is back amongst the goals, scoring three in the last two games. Well clear of the bottom, United can relax a little and play their football. However, Long Crendon can see the finish line now. Wil that be enough to spur them on to a ninth straight victory?
Northcourt Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1PL
Division One South
AFC Portchester v Rushmoor
BotP was at the reverse fixture, a couple of weeks ago, to see Portchester run out 4-1 winners at Southwood Pavilion (Last Team Standing). Portchy will be looking to keep up the pressure on Havant & Waterlooville but they'll also know from the last game that Rushmoor won't hand it to them on a plate. Portchester, with their games in hand, have the title in their own hands. Win their games and no-one can catch them. However, with away games at the leaders and at Stoneham still to come, three points on Sunday is an absolute must.
Venue: AFC Portchester Women's
Bournemouth Sports Reserves v AFC Stoneham
The Purps won the reverse fixture 5-0 thanks to two each from Mia Flood and Mia Delaney. Chloe Melton, of course, was also on the score sheet. With Sports safe in mid-table and Stoneham chasing the title, you would be forgiven to think this would be an away banker. However, Sports have only lost once at home this season and that was in the first game against current league-leaders Havant & Waterlooville.
Chapel Gate, Nr Hurn Airport, East Parley, Hampshire BH23 6BL
Fleet Town v Havant & Waterlooville
The reverse fixture ended 3-1 in favour of The Hawks with goals from Ella-Jane May, Jodie Burchell and Megan Gratton. With only two matches left, all The Hawks can do is win both and try to make it as difficult as possible for the chasing pack, specially as their last game is at home to AFC Portchester. They are still battling on three cup fronts too, the County Cup, League Cup and the Portsmouth & District FA Cup.
Crookham Road, Fleet GU51 5FA
Woking v Abbey Rangers
Rangers are nine points clear of bottom side Fleet Town. However, they have played four games extra and only have two left themselves. Therefore any extra points gained would be a welcome bonus. It's going to be a tough ask especially as The Cards won 3-0 in the reverse fixture in January. Woking have no worries in terms of league position and could yet get into the top three at a push. They also have a Chairman's Cup Quarter-Final to look forward to.
Woking College, Rydens Way, GU22 9DL
Chairman's Cup
Eversley & California v Milton United
This game was postponed last weekend, so let's hope they can get it played this Sunday. Despite being league-mates, this will be the first meeting between the sides this season. Their only other scheduled meeting was awarded to Milton as walkover. We have to go back to last season for the last time the teams met on the pitch. Both meetings went the way of Milton who won 1-0 at Fox Lane and cruised to a 6-1 victory at The Heights.
ESA, Fox Lane, Eversley RG27 0NS
Kidlington v Penn & Tylers Green
Another game that fell foul of the weather last weekend, and two more teams who share a league. Kidlington are currently sitting second in Division One North, five points ahead of Penn, although they have played two more games. They have already met twice in the league and Penn have proved to be something of a bogey team, winning 4-1 at Exeter Park and 7-3 at French School Meadow. The Greens will be especially aware of Penn hotshot Henna Hussain. Of the 11 goals Penn have scored against them this season, Hussain has hit an incredible 9 of them.
Exeter Park, Crown Road, Kidlington OX5 1AB
Penn & Tylers Green v Abingdon United Development
Another Thursday, another attempt to play this tie. Will it ever stop raining? It will be interesting to see if a week off or a big win is the best preparation. Penn didn't play at the weekend, so you'd think they would be fresher. However, United had a good morale-boosting 4-2 win over Chesham on Sunday.
French School Meadow, Elm Road, Penn HP10 8LG
Sunday 25th
Premier
Eastleigh v Badshot Lea
Both of these teams were beaten 3-1 at the weekend. Eastleigh in the league, The Baggies in the Chairman's Cup. The reverse fixture, played in October, was a close encounter. Nicola Moore scored for Badshot Lea, but they eventually went down 2-1 thanks to strikes from Catherine Browning and Amber O'Reilly. The Baggies are at the stage where they need to get another win on the board if they want to have any chance of staying up.
Oasis Academy Mayfield, Ashley Cresent, Southampton SO19 9NA
Oxford City v Winchester City Flyers
Two each from Ellie White and Emily Harris secured a 4-0 in the October reverse fixture. However, Flyers have had a couple of good results in recent weeks, including a 2-2 draw at Ascot. This one could be a lot closer than their earlier meeting. Winchester also know that one more win would all but secure their spot in the Premier League next season. The Hoops will be looking to get three more points in an effort to wrestle third spot from Woodley.
Marsh Lane, Marston, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX3 0NQ
Woodley United v Bournemouth Sports
United came from a Rosie Eden goal down at half-time to equalise through May Hamblin back in September's 1-1 draw at Chapel Gate. It's safe to say that the Premier League is a two-horse race and that Sports are firmly ensconced in it. They need to keep winning games and heaping pressure on Ascot, especially as they have a game in hand and better goal difference. Woodley have had a really good season back in the top flight and are favourites to secure third spot, although this will be a big test of their credentials.
Bulmershe Pavilion, Woodlands Avenue, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 3HE
Wycombe Wanderers v Ascot United
These two have met twice already this season. On the opening day of the league, Ascot started their campaign in style, seeing off Wycombe with a 4-1 victory at The Racecourse. However, Wycombe gained some revenge when they knocked the Yellawomen out of the FA Cup winning 1-0 also at Ascot. The Chairgirls are right in the middle of a bunch of teams pressing to finish in third spot, where three points separates Woodley in third from Warminster in seventh.
18i78 Stadium, Wymers Wood Road, Burnham SL1 8JG
Division One North
Abingdon United Development v Long Crendon
Can United put the brakes on the Long Crendon title push? The reverse fixture ended 5-2 to Crendon and the league-leaders have won their last eight league games. However, United have won their last two and top-scorer Mimi Hodges is back amongst the goals, scoring three in the last two games. Well clear of the bottom, United can relax a little and play their football. However, Long Crendon can see the finish line now. Wil that be enough to spur them on to a ninth straight victory?
Northcourt Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1PL
Division One South
AFC Portchester v Rushmoor
BotP was at the reverse fixture, a couple of weeks ago, to see Portchester run out 4-1 winners at Southwood Pavilion (Last Team Standing). Portchy will be looking to keep up the pressure on Havant & Waterlooville but they'll also know from the last game that Rushmoor won't hand it to them on a plate. Portchester, with their games in hand, have the title in their own hands. Win their games and no-one can catch them. However, with away games at the leaders and at Stoneham still to come, three points on Sunday is an absolute must.
Venue: AFC Portchester Women's
Bournemouth Sports Reserves v AFC Stoneham
The Purps won the reverse fixture 5-0 thanks to two each from Mia Flood and Mia Delaney. Chloe Melton, of course, was also on the score sheet. With Sports safe in mid-table and Stoneham chasing the title, you would be forgiven to think this would be an away banker. However, Sports have only lost once at home this season and that was in the first game against current league-leaders Havant & Waterlooville.
Chapel Gate, Nr Hurn Airport, East Parley, Hampshire BH23 6BL
Fleet Town v Havant & Waterlooville
The reverse fixture ended 3-1 in favour of The Hawks with goals from Ella-Jane May, Jodie Burchell and Megan Gratton. With only two matches left, all The Hawks can do is win both and try to make it as difficult as possible for the chasing pack, specially as their last game is at home to AFC Portchester. They are still battling on three cup fronts too, the County Cup, League Cup and the Portsmouth & District FA Cup.
Crookham Road, Fleet GU51 5FA
Woking v Abbey Rangers
Rangers are nine points clear of bottom side Fleet Town. However, they have played four games extra and only have two left themselves. Therefore any extra points gained would be a welcome bonus. It's going to be a tough ask especially as The Cards won 3-0 in the reverse fixture in January. Woking have no worries in terms of league position and could yet get into the top three at a push. They also have a Chairman's Cup Quarter-Final to look forward to.
Woking College, Rydens Way, GU22 9DL
Chairman's Cup
Eversley & California v Milton United
This game was postponed last weekend, so let's hope they can get it played this Sunday. Despite being league-mates, this will be the first meeting between the sides this season. Their only other scheduled meeting was awarded to Milton as walkover. We have to go back to last season for the last time the teams met on the pitch. Both meetings went the way of Milton who won 1-0 at Fox Lane and cruised to a 6-1 victory at The Heights.
ESA, Fox Lane, Eversley RG27 0NS
Kidlington v Penn & Tylers Green
Another game that fell foul of the weather last weekend, and two more teams who share a league. Kidlington are currently sitting second in Division One North, five points ahead of Penn, although they have played two more games. They have already met twice in the league and Penn have proved to be something of a bogey team, winning 4-1 at Exeter Park and 7-3 at French School Meadow. The Greens will be especially aware of Penn hotshot Henna Hussain. Of the 11 goals Penn have scored against them this season, Hussain has hit an incredible 9 of them.
Exeter Park, Crown Road, Kidlington OX5 1AB
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