Chertsey Town

[Farnborough fc manager]

On behalf of Cherstey I would like to unreservedly apologize to WB for the small minority of teenagers whose behaviour put a black mark on yesterdays game. I personally have not been made aware of any previous problems but will be looking into this urgently. Teenagers countrywide can be difficult at the best of times but that is no excuse and although I appreciate that they were' excited' about the game 'acting as louts' is not acceptable. There is no excuse although it does not help when adults make it worse however we at the club take responsibilty especially when they are wearing CTFC tracksuits. As it has been widely reported we do not tend to break the 150 attendance very often and the 'stewards' were 'friends of friends' that were new to the Club and sadly unaware and unfamilar how to deal with the problem.

 

However as in many football matches around the world we are talking about a very tiny mjority of what was over 450 'home supporters' so,although totally unacceptable, please dont tarnish the whole club because of a handful of teenagers. The team deserves a lot of credit for an outstanding performance yesterday and are gutted that we didn't put the holders and favourites out at the first opportunity. What I can say is that we found the Whitley Bay supporters to be a fantastic bunch that contributed to a great atmosphere and that attitude continued throughout their players, management and board and it was a pleasure to have you at the Club.

 

We look forward to seeing you again next Sat 'up north!' and attempting to keep the CCL flag flying

[Rumphole]

If anyone is interested in flying to the replay, there are flights from Heathrow to Newcastle at 7.25 and 10.05. Both these would enable you to get to the ground in plenty of time for the match (and a few pints beforehand !).

 

There is a return flight at 7.45 p.m. Even with extra time you would comfortably get there. One of the local firms does a fixed fare of £14.50 to the airport and you could probably leave the ground at 6.15 and get there with time to spare.

 

If you wonder what the benefits are, I was in the house by 8.25 last night !

[NICE GUY]

A sad day.

 

Our keeper got spat on. The children of Chertsey threw beer over us, offered to fight us and tried to goad us.

 

Stewards thought it was funny.

 

Not what we are used to.

 

Spoiled the game.

 

I WAS THERE WATCHING A GAME WITH 2 GOOD TEAMS.

 

I THOUGHT A DRAW WAS A FAIR RESULT WHICH I PREDICTED ALTHOUGH I SAID 0-0 ESPECIALLY AFTER HEARING WB MANAGER STATING THEY ARE LIKE THE 'KEEGANS-THE ENTERTAINERS' THEY SCORE 4, WE SCORE 5 ......WOOOPS WHAT WENT WRONG RUMPHOLE ?

 

NOW THE DISAPPOINTING PART OF THE DAY. I GROUND HOP TO WATCH DIFFERENT CLUBS AND ENJOY MY TIME VISITING VARIOUS GROUNDS, ALTHOUGH SORRY TO SAY I WON'T BE GOING TO WB NEXT WEEK. I FIND THIS HOBBY- FOR ONE OF A BETTER WORD - REALLY ENJOYABLE AND FIND THIS A WAY OF MEETING MANY DIFFERENT PEOPLE AMONGST THE SPORT I LOVE ........FOOTBALL. LAST SEASON I WENT ON MY TRAVELS VISITING THE MAJORITY OF RYMAN LEAGUE (SOUTH) GROUNDS AND THIS SEASON I'M DOING THE SAME IN THE CCL.

 

IN THESE LAST 2 SEASONS (ALTHOUGH I'VE BEEN VISITING DIFFERENT CLUBS FOR A LONG TIME) I HAVE 'NEVER' COME ACROSS SOME MISBEHAVIOR AS I EXPERIENCED AT CHERTSEY YESTERDAY. I WITNESSED SOME ARROGANT AND WORTHLESS MINOR INDIVIDUALS WHO'S PARENTS SHOULD BE DISGUSTED WITH THEIR SO-CALLED KIDS, RUINING A FABULOUS DAY. AND AN IMPORTANT DAY FOR CHERTSEY. THEY ARE SO TOUGH BY 'SPITTING' AND THROWING BEER, AND TO CAP IT ALL THEY WERE WEARING CHERTSEY TRACKSUITS !!! ONE MUST ASSUME THEY ARE THEIR YOUTH TEAM ?, GOD FORBID WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THEY PLAY TEAMS AND LOSE, DO THEY SPIT AT THEIR OPPONENTS ?

 

THEY WERE A DISGRACE TO CHERTSEY FC. SORRY CHERTSEY BOY, I WOULDN'T WRITE THIS UNLESS I WITNESSED IT, BUT UNFORTUNATELY I DID. I DO NOT KNOW IF YOU ARE A MEMBER OR HAVE ANY STATUS AT CHERTSEY, IF YOU DO I HONESTLY THINK SOMETHING MUST BE SAID TO THESE 'YOBBOS' - -

 

CHERTSEY BOY, PLEASE 'SPITTING' YOU KNOW THERE'S NOTHING MORE DEGRADING, LAST TIME I WITNESSED THIS TYPE OF BEHAVIOR WAS AT BILLERICAY ABOUT 20 YEARS AGO.

 

SOMETHING MUST BE DONE BY THE CHERTSEY HIERARCHY OVER THIS MATTER TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING AGAIN, OTHERWISE YOU WON'T SEE ME THERE AGAIN - TOTALLY DISGUSTING !

 

HAVING SAID THAT, I WISH CHERTSEY ALL THE BEST NEXT WEEK AND KEEP THAT CCL FLAG FLYING HIGH

[johnnojudo]

Well said...

[Rumphole]

On behalf of Cherstey I would like to unreservedly apologize to WB for the small minority of teenagers whose behaviour put a black mark on yesterdays game. I personally have not been made aware of any previous problems but will be looking into this urgently. Teenagers countrywide can be difficult at the best of times but that is no excuse and although I appreciate that they were' excited' about the game 'acting as louts' is not acceptable. There is no excuse although it does not help when adults make it worse however we at the club take responsibilty especially when they are wearing CTFC tracksuits. As it has been widely reported we do not tend to break the 150 attendance very often and the 'stewards' were 'friends of friends' that were new to the Club and sadly unaware and unfamilar how to deal with the problem.

 

However as in many football matches around the world we are talking about a very tiny mjority of what was over 450 'home supporters' so,although totally unacceptable, please dont tarnish the whole club because of a handful of teenagers. The team deserves a lot of credit for an outstanding performance yesterday and are gutted that we didn't put the holders and favourites out at the first opportunity. What I can say is that we found the Whitley Bay supporters to be a fantastic bunch that contributed to a great atmosphere and that attitude continued throughout their players, management and board and it was a pleasure to have you at the Club.

 

We look forward to seeing you again next Sat 'up north!' and attempting to keep the CCL flag flying

 

Line drawn in the sand. There is another game next week and it won't be as easy for your boys in front of a partisan and bigger crowd. Should be touching a thousand and I would be surprised (an observation and not a criticism) if you have much in the way of support. As you have noticed, we are very well, loyally and noisily supported and long may it continue. Some of this may be down to the fact that the supporters (not the club or supporters club) usually organise this themselves and we have had some superb days out.

 

One of the big plusses of non-league football is that the fans of both teams co-exist happily together. In the professional game, fans cannot change ends at half time, etc. One of the problems is that the youthful home supporters couldn't be bothered to change ends before extra time, while the Bay fans did - as we always do. This may be because they don't get so see how things happen in bigger games.

 

We have had some fantastic banter with the opposition goalkeeper in Northern League games. In the last round the Poole keeper shook hands with the Bay fans behind his goal. Whether it be spitting or throwing water, we simply wouldn't do it. Throwing beer cans is completely out of order.

 

Anyway, here's to next week. The prices in Whitley Bay are significantly cheaper than in Chertsey ! If anyone wants any advice on travelling, just post here and we will do what we can to help.

Edited February 7, 2010 by Rumphole

[Big J R]

I, like most posting on here was horrified and saddened to see what occured at Chertsey yesterday.

 

At the end of the day it is down to the Club to sort out this totally unacceptable behaviour.

 

I'm not 'trumpet blowing', but the Dorking FC ground at Meadowbank has a reputation for a welcoming smile and friendly attitude to ALL visitors.

 

I can say that in my time connected with Safety, I have only ever had to deal with one such incident. The person concerned was ejected from the ground, unwillingly for him after I informed him that if he failed to leave instantly, I would call the police and make a formal complaint.

 

The problem with youngster having this sort of behaviour, as far as stewards are concerned, is that the said nappy-wearer will run to Daddy and Mummy making all sorts of spurious allegation.

 

I sincerely hope the Chertsey away fans are better behaved and I feel sure they will be well looked after by the WB Crew.

 

Here endeth the Sunday Lesson.

 

:coffee (2):

Edited February 7, 2010 by Big J R

[SurreyLegend]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

[Non League Nigel]

always kicks off at Chertsey regardless of whos playing. I remember in the late 90's a county cup final between Chesstington and someone else ( cant remember) and there was a full on row between 2 40 something men

[meeks]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

 

 

How can they consume alcohol insite of pitch?

 

I thought that was illegal , unless you are Mike Ashley

[Rumphole]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

 

 

How can they consume alcohol insite of pitch?

 

I thought that was illegal , unless you are Mike Ashley

 

 

 

That prohibition only applies from the Conference upwards.

 

The younger fans were drinking (and throwing) cans behind the goal.

 

The stewards were told to do something but didnt.

 

 

 

 

 

[meeks]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

 

 

How can they consume alcohol insite of pitch?

 

I thought that was illegal , unless you are Mike Ashley

 

 

 

That prohibition only applies from the Conference upwards.

 

The younger fans were drinking (and throwing) cans behind the goal.

 

The stewards were told to do something but didnt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you sure ??

 

I thought the grocers daughter had deeemed such acts to be illegal

[chertsey boy]

maybe im just trying to stick up for my club but as the other chertsey post said it was only a couple of idiots that ruined your trip and im sure if u was at a chertsey game away from alwyns lane then these problems would have never happened, i agree with actions needed to be taken but we are not all like that and to have our club brought down over a couple of idiot just isnt rights!!!! i have been a supporter of the club since 1993 since i was 8 and attend most games home and away, and i as much as anyone dont like to see violence at football matches!!!! anyway i will hopefully be coming to the bay so there will b at least 1 of us to blend in with your 1000 plus crowd!!HOWAY THE TOWN

[Rumphole]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

 

 

How can they consume alcohol insite of pitch?

 

I thought that was illegal , unless you are Mike Ashley

 

 

 

That prohibition only applies from the Conference upwards.

 

The younger fans were drinking (and throwing) cans behind the goal.

 

The stewards were told to do something but didnt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you sure ??

 

I thought the grocers daughter had deeemed such acts to be illegal

 

This point came up a few months ago on our forum.

Edited February 7, 2010 by Rumphole

[meeks]

I have played at Chertsey several times and the adults that stand on the side of the pitch drinking their pints are no better and are the role models for these youngsters.

 

 

How can they consume alcohol insite of pitch?

 

I thought that was illegal , unless you are Mike Ashley

 

 

 

That prohibition only applies from the Conference upwards.

 

The younger fans were drinking (and throwing) cans behind the goal.

 

The stewards were told to do something but didnt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you sure ??

 

I thought the grocers daughter had deeemed such acts to be illegal

 

This point came up a few months ago on our forum.

 

 

 

We need more of these emoticons on our forum

[Chertseyfan73]

Just to put the record straight a bit even though I agree with the beer throwing incident being wrong I was in fact standing behing the Goal with chertsey towns Under 14 manager whose boys were also standing behind the Goal wearing thier team Tracksuits and I know for a fact that they were never involved in any spitting or Beer throwing incidents as said Earlier.It has however been mentioned to me todayby a mate that goes quite regulary that he saw the incident and reported to the club and that the lads throwing the beer have never been seen at the ground before

Edited February 7, 2010 by Chertseyfan73

[meeks]

Match Report By Julian Tyley

 

Whitley’s hopes of retaining the FA Vase are still alive after a gripping 5th Round tie in Surrey against Combined Counties League side Chertsey Town. In a closely contested game, Whitley had to play the last three quarters of an hour with just ten men following a controversial decision to send off Richard Hodgson, when in the eyes of many spectators the referee should have awarded Whitley a penalty.

 

Despite foggy conditions during the journey south, the Alwyns Lane ground was bathed in bright sunshine to welcome Chertsey’s biggest crowd of the season, which included at least 150 Whitley fans.

 

Whitley’s starting line up included both Phil Bell and Paul Chow in attack, while Terry Burke retained the goalkeeper’s jersey. Lee Kerr, Chris Fawcett and Tom Kindley were all on the bench.

 

More than ever at this stage of a national competition, the opening goal can be crucial for settling nerves and it was Chertsey who made the breakthrough after just six minutes when Ollie Treacher was allowed too much space as he attacked down the left wing. Seizing his chance, he fired a tremendous shot from fully 30 yards and the ball seemed to take Burke by surprise, dipping over his head before bulging the net.

 

 

 

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A quick response was needed by Whitley and just four minutes later the massed Bay support were celebrating the equaliser after a three man move cut through the home defence. Damon Robson’s cross from the right was nodded on by Leon Ryan inside the penalty area and Richard Hodgson reacted quickly, poking the ball into the left corner of the net.

 

After this dramatic opening, the game settled down but Chertsey continued to look dangerous and some uncharacteristic hesitancy in the Bay defence must have encouraged the Surrey side. Midway through the half, leading scorer John Pomroy fired in a shot from the right that Burke palmed away to safety.

 

Whitley were playing their part but created few chances. Chris Moore was making little impression, being effectively double marked with a pacy defender giving him little space and it was the home side who were looking the more dangerous. It needed a timely tackle by David Coulson four minutes before the break to deny Dave Tarpey a clear run on goal and at the interval, although the scores remained level, Chertsey had the edge and would have been the happier of the two sides.

 

After the break, Whitley gradually came more into the game. Leon Ryan headed straight into the arms of Chertsey keeper Liam Stone from Hodgson’s corner before Paul Robinson’s shot on goal was deflected wide.

 

What looked like a blatant penalty for a two handed push on Paul Chow by Treacher right on the penalty spot was ignored by the referee who for much of the game seemed rather whistle happy.

 

Fawcett and Johnston replaced Moore and Bell after an hour as Whitley continued to push the home side back.

 

A high ball from Robinson to the back post bounced awkwardly for Fawcett who could not control his shot then two minutes later with Whitley again on the attack, Hodgson was cautioned for what the referee deemed to be an elbow in the face of Chertsey captain Steve Gibson. The assistant came on to the pitch apparently to indicate that he saw no foul but the decision stood.

 

This proved to be hugely significant five minutes later when Hodgson skipped past two challenges as he broke into the penalty area and then went down after appearing to be tripped by defender John Boswell. Instead of pointing to the penalty spot, Wiltshire referee John Flynn awarded a free kick the other way and brandished a second yellow card to Hodgson, accusing the Bay midfielder of diving. Two contentious decisions had left Whitley a man short when they might have had the opportunity to go a goal in front with just 12 minutes to go.

 

Not surprisingly Chertsey quickly made a substitution and pushed men forward. The last ten minutes of the ninety saw both sides searching for a winner and Paul Robinson almost snatched it for Whitley with two minutes left when he saw Stone off his line and fired in a great shot from at least 35 yards out. The keeper just managed to get his fingertips to the ball, pushing it wide of the upright. Then when Leon Ryan came up to meet a cross from the right, he was felled by what appeared to be an elbow in his face as he challenged for the ball but not for the first time Whitley’s appeals were waved away by the referee. With extra time beckoning, Chertsey pushed forward and Fawcett cleared off the line from a right wing corner before Burke smothered a shot from substitute Agyei.

 

Playing another 30 minutes with a one man advantage, the odds clearly favoured Chertsey but roared on by their ever vociferous fans, Whitley were determined to retain their grip on the Vase and in the first period of extra time with their superior fitness beginning to show they suffered very few alarms.

 

Inevitably the pressure mounted in the final ten minutes of the game, but as they say ‘cometh the hour cometh the man’ and it was goalkeeper Terry Burke, kept out the side for much of the season by the excellent form of young Tom Kindley, who kept Whitley in the competition with several quite outstanding saves. Ably supported by stoic defending, he frustrated the home side by pushing an in-swinging corner from Moody onto the bar before denying Pomroy when the striker was clear on goal. Then, with just three minutes left came the finest save of all, when Pomroy arrowed a 25 yard shot towards the top left corner. It looked a goal all the way but Burke somehow leapt across the goal to palm the ball round the post, a quite magnificent save and one that ensured a replay at Hillheads on Saturday.

 

The reception that the team received from the fans at the final whistle was as if they had won, because that was how it felt, but Chertsey are a good side, the best Whitley have faced in the competition this season and they will be no pushovers in the replay. However, if Whitley can keep eleven players on the pitch, then backed by a 1000+ crowd they must be favourites to reach the last eight, where they would join Norton, Shildon and possibly Marske as well. That would be quite an achievement for the skilltrainingltd Northern League!

 

WHITLEY BAY: Burke, McFarlane, Timmons(Reid 99mins), Hodgson, Coulson, Ryan, Moore(Fawcett 60mins), Robson, Chow, Bell(Johnston 60mins), Robinson

 

Subs not used: Kerr, Kindley

 

 

[Krooner]

What time do you have to sign on Meeksy (Well had to get it in at least once !)

[Rumphole]

Don't be daft Krooner. Meeks only posts when he is at work !

[Big J R]

Don't be daft Krooner. Meeks only posts when he is at work !

 

 

WORK ??

 

UP NORTH ??

 

Now, there's a novelty !

 

[meeks]

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<BR>Don't be daft Krooner. Meeks only posts when he is at <B><FONT color=#0000ff>work </FONT></B>!<BR>

<BR><BR><BR><B><FONT color=#ff0000>WORK ??<BR><BR>UP NORTH ?? </FONT></B><BR><BR>Now, there's a novelty !<BR><BR><IMG class=bbc_emoticon alt= src="http://www.nonleague.co.uk/forum/public/style_emoticons/default/bolt.gif"><BR>

<BR><BR><BR>Well if you believe a local paper , I wont be at work for much longer ......<BR><BR>They are more happy posting dooooooooom and gloooooooooom about us than the FACT that there was a buy out which so far has guarenteed 12 months employment for 100+ staff with a fairly good short to edium term future<BR><BR><BR>But some bottom burp of a coooocillor has a bee in his bonnet that we got a loan off then - this was half what they promised and 6 months late <IMG class=bbc_emoticon alt= src="http://www.nonleague.co.uk/forum/public/style_emoticons/default/smashfreakb.gif"> <BR><BR><BR>They'd be happier if we went bust , which will shut the town I work in - Not Bay and put a lot more on the dole <BR><BR><BR>Any way - off to do some purchasing of nuts and bolts but after a  <IMG class=bbc_emoticon alt=":coffee (2):" src="http://www.nonleague.co.uk/forum/public/style_emoticons/default/coffee%20(2).gif"> <IMG class=bbc_emoticon alt=":coffee (2):" src="http://www.nonleague.co.uk/forum/public/style_emoticons/default/coffee%20(2).gif">