LATEST NEWS 2016/17
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UNDER 13s TRAMPOLINING TREAT
Following the collection of sponsorship money from the very generous Under 13s parents during the season for goals scored/wins/clean sheets, the whole squad was treated to a 2 hour session at the RUSH Trampolining Centre in High Wycombe on Sunday 9th July 2017.
Below are some photos, including some of the generous parents.
A few of the team also took brothers, sisters & friends.
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TOURNAMENT RAFFLE / AUCTION / and BALLS As usual, companies and businesses have been very generous. As well as our traditional TOURNAMENT RAFFLE, we also have an AUCTION of donated items. On top of that, we are selling NEW TRAINING and MATCH FOOTBALLS. All profits from the Raffle, Auction and Balls, will be split equally between the Club and The THAMES VALLEY AIR AMBULANCE. Last year we donated £375 to The TVAA and the previous year it was £350. Dave Evans has set himself a target of £500 this year. He sincerely hopes you can help him in his cause by either donating a prize and or buying tickets over the weekend. The draw takes place late Sunday afternoon and all prize winners are notified by telephone. Below is a list of Raffle Prizes and it is hoped to have many more with some Bluebirds' parents donating some more over the weekend. CASH PRIZES 1st £100 donated by THE BARN FITNESS CLUB 2nd £50 donated by DAVE MINERS (Painter & Decorator) 3rd £25 donated by STEVE WILKINSON (Gardener) 4th £25 donated by RICHARD DOUGLAS (Chiropodist) 5th £25 donated by VERN MINERS (Dave’s dad) 6th £25 donated by GEMMA BENOLIEL (Vern’s partner) Other prizes so far : BUILBASE £75 VOUCHER PROFESSIONAL PAINTING by MARK TOAL (worth £75+) BIKE SERVICE VOUCHER by RIDES on AIR in Wallingford (worth £45) DRAPER HAMMER DRILL - donated by BLANCHFORD (worth £30) BEACON FLOORING £50 VOUCHER - see advert p36 A SELECTION of HAMPERS donated by Golf Society (worth £75+) HATTON ADVENTURE WORLD (4 tickets worth £56) WELLINGTON COUNTRY PARK FAMILY VOUCHER (worth £39) THAMES CRUISES FAMILY VOUCHER (worth £35) ABINGDON SPORTS - 2 Match quality Footballs (worth £25+ each) 20 DIAMOND TRAINER FOOTBALLS (separate prizes - worth £10 each) COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK (1 Adult & 1 Child - worth £23.50) OXFORD UNITED TICKET VOUCHERS (3 pairs - worth £30 per pair) PLUS lots of other smaller prizes (eg. Bottles of wine/chocolates) Posted 20 May 2017 Dave Evans |
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JUBILEE AUCTION & BALLS
If you would like to make an initial bid for any of the lots below, e-mail Dave Evans at dave.vans@virgin.net
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you can make a bid over the weekend of the Tournament - an up to date list of bids will be on display.
Don't forget to bring your cheque book with you.
ODDS
METABO DRILL - donated by BLANCHFORD (worth £140+) Advert p62 (Min bid £50)
TAV - Television Sound Box (worth around £100) Advert p61 (Min bid £40)
SIGNED AUTHENTIC MIDDLESBROUGH FC PENNANT (worth £10+) (Min bid £5)
FOOTBALL TICKETS
2 tickets for a MANSFIELD FC HOME GAME next season (worth £40) (Min bid £10)
2 tickets for a SHEFFIELD UNITED FC HOME GAME next season (worth £50) (Min bid £20)
2 tickets for a NORTHAMPTON FC HOME GAME next season (worth £40) (Min bid £10)
GOLF VOUCHERS
The BELFRY 4-ball VOUCHER PGA NATIONAL (worth £300+ high season) (Min bid £80)
HADDEN HILL GC (Didcot) 2-ball VOUCHER (worth £60) (Min bid £10)
THREE LOCKS GC (near MK) 2-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £60) (Min bid £10)
WEST BERKS GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
BIRD HILLS GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
MAPLEDURHAM GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
If you would like to make an initial bid for any of the lots below, e-mail Dave Evans at dave.vans@virgin.net
OR
you can make a bid over the weekend of the Tournament - an up to date list of bids will be on display.
Don't forget to bring your cheque book with you.
ODDS
METABO DRILL - donated by BLANCHFORD (worth £140+) Advert p62 (Min bid £50)
TAV - Television Sound Box (worth around £100) Advert p61 (Min bid £40)
SIGNED AUTHENTIC MIDDLESBROUGH FC PENNANT (worth £10+) (Min bid £5)
FOOTBALL TICKETS
2 tickets for a MANSFIELD FC HOME GAME next season (worth £40) (Min bid £10)
2 tickets for a SHEFFIELD UNITED FC HOME GAME next season (worth £50) (Min bid £20)
2 tickets for a NORTHAMPTON FC HOME GAME next season (worth £40) (Min bid £10)
GOLF VOUCHERS
The BELFRY 4-ball VOUCHER PGA NATIONAL (worth £300+ high season) (Min bid £80)
HADDEN HILL GC (Didcot) 2-ball VOUCHER (worth £60) (Min bid £10)
THREE LOCKS GC (near MK) 2-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £60) (Min bid £10)
WEST BERKS GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
BIRD HILLS GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
MAPLEDURHAM GC 4-ball VOUCHER (worth up to £80) (Min bid £20)
Posted 20 May 2017
Dave Evans
Dave Evans
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TOURNAMENT ENTRIES' FINAL UPDATE 4
JUST A FEW spaces left in some age groups for late entries.
MUST CONTACT GLENN (see below Update 2 for contact details) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and BY FRIDAY MORNING AT THE VERY LATEST - after that, fixtures are finalised and the programme goes off to the printers.
Glenn is working abroad this week but returns on Thursday afternoon. He apologies if you have contacted him regarding a possible late entry and he has yet to reply. He will do so by Friday evening at the latest. He thanks you for your patience.
Posted 16 May 2017
JUST A FEW spaces left in some age groups for late entries.
MUST CONTACT GLENN (see below Update 2 for contact details) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and BY FRIDAY MORNING AT THE VERY LATEST - after that, fixtures are finalised and the programme goes off to the printers.
Glenn is working abroad this week but returns on Thursday afternoon. He apologies if you have contacted him regarding a possible late entry and he has yet to reply. He will do so by Friday evening at the latest. He thanks you for your patience.
Posted 16 May 2017
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U11s Fair play award winners Butlins 2017
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TOURNAMENT ENTRIES' UPDATE 3
Now up to 160+ teams . . . . but still a few spaces left in most age groups for late entries.
MUST CONTACT GLENN (see below Update 2 for contact details) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and BY NEXT THURSDAY AT THE VERY LATEST - after that, fixtures are finalised and programme goes off to the printers.
Posted 12 May 2017
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TOURNAMENT ENTRIES' UPDATE 2
All Age-Groups are FILLING UP VERY FAST as last week I was receiving around 5 more each day. We are now up to 127 entries, which is 10 more than at this stage last year. We ended up with 173.
As with other Clubs, a lot of managers don't enter until the last minute. Last year I had 35 teams enter the week before the closing date and another 20 the following week.
Please don't be one of those who has left it too late - had to refuse 7 late entries last year as their age groups were full.
IF COMING, GET YOUR ENTRY TO ME ASAP - closing date is this coming FRIDAY 28th April and provided I receive it by Friday, you are guaranteed to be accepted.
However, I can accept late entries if spaces available - need to phone me from next Tuesday 2nd May.
NB: I cannot accept any entries whatsoever after Friday 19th May as the programme with teams/fixtures will be off to the printers first thing on Monday morning.
Glenn Hawkins Home Telephone No. 01491 651314
49 Station Road, e-mail: glenn@clearconstruction.co.uk
Cholsey, Wallingford,
Oxon OX10 9PX
CB TOURNAMENT INVITATION LETTER 2017
CB TOURNAMENT ENTRY FORM 2017
CB TOURNAMENT RULES 2017
FOR FULL DETAILS of our TOURNAMENT, visit the 2017 TOURNAMENT page by clicking here.
Glenn Hawkins
Tournament Organiser
Posted 25 April 2017
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TOURNAMENT ENTRIES' UPDATE 1
We still have spaces in ALL AGE GROUPS but the following are nearly at the maximum number :
Under 9s, Under 11s and Under 12s.
We can accept 21 teams in each age group, but if one or two are less, we could go up to 24.
At the present time, we have about 25 more teams entered than at this stage last year - we ended up with 173.
So please get your entries in as soon as possible to avoid disappointment - we had to refuse 7 late entries last year.
The official closing date for entries is FRIDAY 28th APRIL but if space, Glenn can accept late entries - need to phone him.
FOR FULL DETAILS including entry form and rules, visit the 2017 TOURNAMENT page by clicking here.
Glenn Hawkins
Tournament Organiser
Posted 12 April 2017
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TOURNAMENT update PROGRAMME ADVERTISING Only a few pages left for any company or business wishing to advertise in our Tournament Programme - contact Dave Evans. & RAFFLE PRIZES Dave is also the Tournament Raffle organiser - we share the proceeds equally between The Club & The THAMES VALLEY AIR AMBULANCE. Dave has raised £600 each for the CLUB & TVAA at our 2 previous Tournaments. He hopes to raise £1000 this year - can you help him reach his target by donating an attractive prize . . . . . not the wife or husband though ! If you would like to donate a prize - as an individual or from your business - then please contact him. Further details regarding our 2017 Tournament can be found by clicking HERE. Report/Results/etc. from previous years' Tournaments can be found by clicking HERE. dave.vans@virgin.net Posted 3 April 2017 Dave Evans |
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PHOTO GALLERY of U13s TEAM
TWO SLIDE SHOWS (Photos taken by SANDY FLAKELAR - parent)
Most recent taken against Caversham Broncos - a great game but for the first time this season, were were unable to score and lost 0-1.
Second show from the 2 previous home games. A 10-2 win against Summertown Flares and a 3-3 draw versus Abingdon Youth Yellows.
If an U13s parent wants a copy of any of the photos, please contact the manager, Dave Evans, with the Number(s) you want.
NB: The second slide show : Although Sandy took them in order, I tried to download the whole lot in one go - mistake - did some but taking too long so then did them 4 at a time - but missed some out and added them after - so NOT IN THE CORRECT ORDER.
First Slide Show : Posted 3 April 2017
Second Slide Show : Posted 27 March 2017
Dave Evans
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CHOLSEY GOLF SOCIETY'S RACE NIGHT
Saturday 13th May
Cholsey Village Pavilion 6-30 - 9:30
supporting 4 local good causes including Cholsey Bluebirds
Scroll down for full details and poster
The Horses & Jockeys
Below are the names of the horses and jockeys in each of the 9 races.
On the night, as well as placing 50p bets on your chosen horse, you can also buy a horse for £5 with the winning owner receiving £30.
If anyone would like to buy a horse beforehand from the FIRST 8 RACES only (horses in the 9th Race are AUCTIONED ON THE NIGHT), then contact Dave Evans at : dave.vans@virgin.net
and you can pay him on the night or drop the money in at 88 Station Road Cholsey OX10 9QB.
Dave will need the RACE NUMBER AND THE HORSE NUMBER or NAME.
Once the 8 horses in a race are bought, we start to sell them again. ALL winning owners receive £30.
We hope as many of you as possible can join us on the night for a great evening.
Sponsored by THE BARN FITNESS CLUB – SPENCER & NANCY FANSTONE : The BARN FITNESS CLUB CHASE
RACE 1
1 Touch Your Toes ridden by Ben Dover
2 Reluctant Runner ridden by Mona Lott
3 Bodypump ridden by Barb Bell
4 Gym Vest ridden by Harry Pitts
5 Marathon ridden by Miles Long
6 Biceps ridden by Hugh G Arms
7 Keeping Fit ridden by Jim Goer
8 Lost Weight ridden by Lou Strousers
Sponsored by RAY PARKS – HIGH CLASS FAMILY BUTCHERS (Cholsey) : The MEATY STEAKS
RACE 2
1 Nice to Meat you ridden by Sir Lloyn
2 We’ll Meat Again ridden by Phil Ed Stake
3 Make Ends Meat ridden by Ten De Loin
4 Fancy Meating Up ridden by Porkie Chop
5 Meat Halfway ridden by Kid Knee
6 Meat One’s Match ridden by Big Sausage
7 Meating of Minds ridden by Sam E Brain
8 Meat Me Tonight ridden by Oak A Duckie
Sponsored by FEET FIRST – GARY (Wallingford) GARY’S GALLOP
RACE 3
1 Sock it to Me ridden by Ince Soles
2 Stitch Me Up ridden by Ned Edle
3 Suit Yourself ridden by Lou Gage
4 Lost ‘Em Again ridden by Canny O’pen D’Or
5 Secure Me ridden by Paddy Lock
6 My Etchings ridden by The Engraver
7 Flat Battery ridden by Noah Ticky Tock
8 Tie Me Up ridden by Shoo Lace
Sponsored by STYLE & SOPHISTICATION – HAIRDRESSERS (Cholsey) : The GLAMOROUS LOOK DERBY
RACE 4
1 Cut Above the Rest ridden by High Lite
2 Soft Touch ridden by Purr Me Able
3 Stylish Clipper ridden by Cutie Sark
4 Crew Cut ridden by Vera Short
5 Blow Dry ridden by Jess De Jobb
6 The Cutting Edge ridden by Snippy Snap
7 Making Waves ridden by Curly Tongs
8 Streaky ridden by Indy Knewd
Sponsored by ROY WINDEBANK (Auto Engineer) (Cholsey) : The WINDY CLASSIC CHASE
RACE 5
1 Over Heated ridden by Ed Gaz Kit
2 Black Drip ridden by Olly Mess
3 Runs on Empty ridden by Noah Fooelle
4 Never Last ridden by The Stig
5 Blown a Fuse ridden by Indy Dark
6 Old Radiator ridden by Lee Kee Bladder
7 Rev Up a Gear ridden by Dooble De Clooch
8 Four Year Old ridden by Ned M O’Tee
Sponsored by KP STATIONERS (Ashley Kempson – Wallingford) : The KP POT POURRI CHALLENGE CHASE
RACE 6
1 Talks a Lot ridden by Chad Terbocks
2 The Stealer ridden by Robin Meeblind
3 Shaves It ridden by Rusty Blades
4 Private Pain ridden by Dick Hertz
5 On Holiday ridden by Anita Vacation
6 In the Money ridden by Millie N Bucks
7 Indecisive ridden by Willie R. Woantee
8 Down Below ridden by Jenna Taylor
Sponsored by THE RED LION at CHOLSEY : THE RED LION COCKTAIL GALLOP
RACE 7
1 I'm Driving ridden by Arthur Shandy
2 I'm not Driving ridden by Ivor Nother
3 Take away Pizza ridden by Chris P Base
4 Sunday Roast ridden by Phil Meplate
5 Lunch time Menu ridden by Ima Hungry
6 Fairy Lights ridden by T Winkle
7 Great Gins ridden by Tony Ick
8 Come See Us ridden by Poppy Inn
Sponsored by JOHN HALL (Cholsey's Postman) : THE HALL OF FAME CHAMPION HURDLE
RACE 8
1 First class ridden by A Teacher
2 Postman Pat ridden by Jess Cat
3 Pass the Parcel ridden by P Force
4 Door 2 Door ridden by Junk Mail
5 Red Van ridden by Cholsey Postie
6 Special Delivery ridden by Byone Pee’em
7 First Pass the Post ridden by Roy L Mail
8 Amazon Package ridden by Ima Box
Sponsored by ALLEN & HARRIS : TWO UP TWO DOWN SPRINT (The Auction Race)
Race 9 (Names to come)
1 Thatched Cottage ridden by Michael Mortgage
2 Chalet Bungalow ridden by Alan Asking-Price
3 Riverside Chalet ridden by Ryan Rental
4 Studio Flat ridden by Kevin Keys
5 New Build ridden by Fiona First-Time-Buyer
6 Victorian Terrace ridden by Ian Investor
7 Barn Conversion ridden by Ronald Re-Possession
8 Old Cottage ridden by Valerie Valuation
Saturday 13th May
Cholsey Village Pavilion 6-30 - 9:30
supporting 4 local good causes including Cholsey Bluebirds
Scroll down for full details and poster
The Horses & Jockeys
Below are the names of the horses and jockeys in each of the 9 races.
On the night, as well as placing 50p bets on your chosen horse, you can also buy a horse for £5 with the winning owner receiving £30.
If anyone would like to buy a horse beforehand from the FIRST 8 RACES only (horses in the 9th Race are AUCTIONED ON THE NIGHT), then contact Dave Evans at : dave.vans@virgin.net
and you can pay him on the night or drop the money in at 88 Station Road Cholsey OX10 9QB.
Dave will need the RACE NUMBER AND THE HORSE NUMBER or NAME.
Once the 8 horses in a race are bought, we start to sell them again. ALL winning owners receive £30.
We hope as many of you as possible can join us on the night for a great evening.
Sponsored by THE BARN FITNESS CLUB – SPENCER & NANCY FANSTONE : The BARN FITNESS CLUB CHASE
RACE 1
1 Touch Your Toes ridden by Ben Dover
2 Reluctant Runner ridden by Mona Lott
3 Bodypump ridden by Barb Bell
4 Gym Vest ridden by Harry Pitts
5 Marathon ridden by Miles Long
6 Biceps ridden by Hugh G Arms
7 Keeping Fit ridden by Jim Goer
8 Lost Weight ridden by Lou Strousers
Sponsored by RAY PARKS – HIGH CLASS FAMILY BUTCHERS (Cholsey) : The MEATY STEAKS
RACE 2
1 Nice to Meat you ridden by Sir Lloyn
2 We’ll Meat Again ridden by Phil Ed Stake
3 Make Ends Meat ridden by Ten De Loin
4 Fancy Meating Up ridden by Porkie Chop
5 Meat Halfway ridden by Kid Knee
6 Meat One’s Match ridden by Big Sausage
7 Meating of Minds ridden by Sam E Brain
8 Meat Me Tonight ridden by Oak A Duckie
Sponsored by FEET FIRST – GARY (Wallingford) GARY’S GALLOP
RACE 3
1 Sock it to Me ridden by Ince Soles
2 Stitch Me Up ridden by Ned Edle
3 Suit Yourself ridden by Lou Gage
4 Lost ‘Em Again ridden by Canny O’pen D’Or
5 Secure Me ridden by Paddy Lock
6 My Etchings ridden by The Engraver
7 Flat Battery ridden by Noah Ticky Tock
8 Tie Me Up ridden by Shoo Lace
Sponsored by STYLE & SOPHISTICATION – HAIRDRESSERS (Cholsey) : The GLAMOROUS LOOK DERBY
RACE 4
1 Cut Above the Rest ridden by High Lite
2 Soft Touch ridden by Purr Me Able
3 Stylish Clipper ridden by Cutie Sark
4 Crew Cut ridden by Vera Short
5 Blow Dry ridden by Jess De Jobb
6 The Cutting Edge ridden by Snippy Snap
7 Making Waves ridden by Curly Tongs
8 Streaky ridden by Indy Knewd
Sponsored by ROY WINDEBANK (Auto Engineer) (Cholsey) : The WINDY CLASSIC CHASE
RACE 5
1 Over Heated ridden by Ed Gaz Kit
2 Black Drip ridden by Olly Mess
3 Runs on Empty ridden by Noah Fooelle
4 Never Last ridden by The Stig
5 Blown a Fuse ridden by Indy Dark
6 Old Radiator ridden by Lee Kee Bladder
7 Rev Up a Gear ridden by Dooble De Clooch
8 Four Year Old ridden by Ned M O’Tee
Sponsored by KP STATIONERS (Ashley Kempson – Wallingford) : The KP POT POURRI CHALLENGE CHASE
RACE 6
1 Talks a Lot ridden by Chad Terbocks
2 The Stealer ridden by Robin Meeblind
3 Shaves It ridden by Rusty Blades
4 Private Pain ridden by Dick Hertz
5 On Holiday ridden by Anita Vacation
6 In the Money ridden by Millie N Bucks
7 Indecisive ridden by Willie R. Woantee
8 Down Below ridden by Jenna Taylor
Sponsored by THE RED LION at CHOLSEY : THE RED LION COCKTAIL GALLOP
RACE 7
1 I'm Driving ridden by Arthur Shandy
2 I'm not Driving ridden by Ivor Nother
3 Take away Pizza ridden by Chris P Base
4 Sunday Roast ridden by Phil Meplate
5 Lunch time Menu ridden by Ima Hungry
6 Fairy Lights ridden by T Winkle
7 Great Gins ridden by Tony Ick
8 Come See Us ridden by Poppy Inn
Sponsored by JOHN HALL (Cholsey's Postman) : THE HALL OF FAME CHAMPION HURDLE
RACE 8
1 First class ridden by A Teacher
2 Postman Pat ridden by Jess Cat
3 Pass the Parcel ridden by P Force
4 Door 2 Door ridden by Junk Mail
5 Red Van ridden by Cholsey Postie
6 Special Delivery ridden by Byone Pee’em
7 First Pass the Post ridden by Roy L Mail
8 Amazon Package ridden by Ima Box
Sponsored by ALLEN & HARRIS : TWO UP TWO DOWN SPRINT (The Auction Race)
Race 9 (Names to come)
1 Thatched Cottage ridden by Michael Mortgage
2 Chalet Bungalow ridden by Alan Asking-Price
3 Riverside Chalet ridden by Ryan Rental
4 Studio Flat ridden by Kevin Keys
5 New Build ridden by Fiona First-Time-Buyer
6 Victorian Terrace ridden by Ian Investor
7 Barn Conversion ridden by Ronald Re-Possession
8 Old Cottage ridden by Valerie Valuation
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The next event involving The Bluebirds is
CHOLSEY GOLF SOCIETY'S RACE NIGHT
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The Golf Society has supported Cholsey Bluebirds for a number of years and hopes to donate a beer & food hamper worth around £100 as a prize at our Tournament Raffle.
Dave Evans, the Raffle organiser is also Secretary of the Golf Society and all we ask from the Bluebirds' parents is that you make every effort to come along on the evening and join in with the "fun". Entrance is free and bets are only 50p so nobody is going to win or lose a fortune. It is very much a fun family event. The golf Society have established a tradition going back nearly 10 years, of making donations to local good causes - as well as The Bluebirds, they will be giving at least £100 each to CHIPS (Cholsey's own Summer Playscheme) and CHOKO (sponsoring a barrel at their Beer Festival in September). On top of they, Cholsey Primary School PTA organise the bar and food, keeping the profits. They have raised over £1500 since they were invited to participate in this way. Altogether, The Golf Society through their RACE NIGHT and CHARITY CHRISTMAS RAFFLE have raised in excess of £6000 for over 10 local groups and organisations - a record they are immensely proud of - can you help their cause this year ? Dave Evan Posted 6 March 2017 |
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For QUIZ NIGHT REPORT & PHOTO SLIDE-SHOWS (with some very amusing captions) - see separate page QUIZ NIGHT 2017.
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QUIZ NIGHT NOW UP TO 10 TEAMS
Karen is steadily beginning to smile - any more and she would be jumping up and down too -
and if we reached 14 (1 more than last year) . . . . . goodness knows what she'll do !!
Dave Evans
Posted 28 Feb 2017
QUIZ NIGHT NOW UP TO 10 TEAMS
Karen is steadily beginning to smile - any more and she would be jumping up and down too -
and if we reached 14 (1 more than last year) . . . . . goodness knows what she'll do !!
Dave Evans
Posted 28 Feb 2017
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QUIZ NIGHT THIS FRIDAY 3rd MARCH
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Scout Hall behind the Red Lion. 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start Tables of 6 & only £6 pp. What a BARGAIN ! KAREN SILKSTONE has 6 teams booked at present - she would love to exceed the 13 we had last year - GO ON . . . . . . . . . put a huge smile on her face by entering a team. It would be great to have at least ONE team from each age group. Scroll down for further details and SLIDE SHOW from last year. To book, contact her at : k.silkstone@ntlworld.com 
Dave Evans
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Below is the letter sent out to parents requesting support/sponsorship/advertising for our Tournament and Full Colour Programme this year for your reference. NB: It can be downloaded by clicking on the separate pages.
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QUIZ NIGHT The date for our QUIZ NIGHT is FRIDAY 3rd MARCH 2017 at the Scout Hall behind the Red Lion. This is a really fun night out for parents, wives, husbands, friends and supporters - Glenn Hawkins ensures that the questions don't stretch the "little grey cells" too much, and his wit, together with the banter that flies around, is sure to put a smile on your face. Tables of 6 enjoy and tasty meal, prepared by our very own U11s Manager & MASTER CHEF RUNNER-UP, Dave Miners. It's the cheapest Quiz Night around, just £6 per person. Slide Show (right) from last year. There will be a "Jubilee" Theme to the evening and KAREN SILKSTONE has already received inquiries from 5 teams. It would be great to at least ONE team from each age group. To book, contact her at : k.silkstone@ntlworld.com For last year's Results & Report, click HERE, and scroll down quite a way. Dave Evans Posted 9 Feb 2017 |
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AFFILIATION NUMBER
For Managers : if entering any Tournaments, please use our Berks & Bucks affiliation number : NB: It changes each season so do not use last year's number
For 2016-17 Season : S-B&B1344
Dave Evans
Posted 6 Feb 2017
For Managers : if entering any Tournaments, please use our Berks & Bucks affiliation number : NB: It changes each season so do not use last year's number
For 2016-17 Season : S-B&B1344
Dave Evans
Posted 6 Feb 2017
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U13s QUARTER-FINAL TROPHY CUP MATCH RESULT
My team have heard me say this before, many times over the years . . . . we were unlucky . . . . VERY - just ask everyone from Didcot : players, manager and parents.
It was very even the first 10 minutes and then, surprise, surprise, CB let in yet another soft goal from a corner when it should have been cleared.
However, CB were determined to show what they're made of and came back strongly, missing 2 good chances to draw level. In the end though, a superb move involving 4 triangular passes from a goal kick, saw CB's right winger Finbarr "Speedy" Sheedy zoom down the right outpacing DTW's full back and produce a pin-point cross for James Brown to deftly slot home - JB sang all the way back to his half . . . he was on "Fire" !
Three minutes later though, DTW's tricky little right winger out-thought a CB defender and was tripped just inside the box. Their penalty taker made no mistake.
This made the CB team even more determined to even things up and that man "Speedy" again out-paced their defenders and cut in to score from an acute angle . . . a brilliant individual goal.
The rest of the half was end to end with both sides creating chances and it was only some excellent saves from both keepers that kept the scoreline at 2-2.
The second half saw CB produce their best display of the season so far, creating 5 good chances in the first 10 minutes - 3 fantastic saves from their keeper and 2 hitting the woodwork was all they had to show though.
And then disaster ! As is often the case, a team under pressure has a bit of luck and DTW's took their chance - a corner half scrambled away found its way to one of their midfield players who coolly hit a firm shot just inside the post.
For any other team, they might have given up . . . but not CB U13s. They came back even stronger and yet another 3 wonderful saves - 1 was simply fantastic - and another 2 against the woodwork, stopped them equalising.
But, with 5 minutes left, a rare mix-up in DTW's defence allowed Freddie Horner to force home from close range. It was nothing less than CB deserved.
And so to Extra-time.
The first half was played mainly in midfield with no clear-cut chances created as all 22 players began to tire although CB were slightly the better of the two sides.
The second half of ET was similar until that is, DTW had a free-kick some 30 yards out. Their strongest and best player hit a firm shot which the CB's goalkeeper, Bradley Gardiner, managed to push onto the bar, only for the rest of the defence to stand still as one of their players couldn't miss the rebound from 3 yards.
For the last 3 minutes, CB pushed forwards in desperation to get an equaliser but it was a DTW player who found room to hit an unstoppable shot from 20 yards to make it safe, with just one minute to go.
At the final whistle, both teams shook hands sportingly. It had been a cracking cup-tie, full of passion and determination from both teams, some great defending, superb saves and brilliant goals. Everyone went away very happy to have witnessed such a match played in true FA Cup tradition . . . . although I think DTW's players, manger and parents were slightly the happier.
Dave Evans
U13s Manager
Posted 6th Feb 2017
PS: The following week saw the team's reaction to their defeat - another superb TEAM performance. . . . WON 7-1 in the League at home to Headington Youth.
My team have heard me say this before, many times over the years . . . . we were unlucky . . . . VERY - just ask everyone from Didcot : players, manager and parents.
It was very even the first 10 minutes and then, surprise, surprise, CB let in yet another soft goal from a corner when it should have been cleared.
However, CB were determined to show what they're made of and came back strongly, missing 2 good chances to draw level. In the end though, a superb move involving 4 triangular passes from a goal kick, saw CB's right winger Finbarr "Speedy" Sheedy zoom down the right outpacing DTW's full back and produce a pin-point cross for James Brown to deftly slot home - JB sang all the way back to his half . . . he was on "Fire" !
Three minutes later though, DTW's tricky little right winger out-thought a CB defender and was tripped just inside the box. Their penalty taker made no mistake.
This made the CB team even more determined to even things up and that man "Speedy" again out-paced their defenders and cut in to score from an acute angle . . . a brilliant individual goal.
The rest of the half was end to end with both sides creating chances and it was only some excellent saves from both keepers that kept the scoreline at 2-2.
The second half saw CB produce their best display of the season so far, creating 5 good chances in the first 10 minutes - 3 fantastic saves from their keeper and 2 hitting the woodwork was all they had to show though.
And then disaster ! As is often the case, a team under pressure has a bit of luck and DTW's took their chance - a corner half scrambled away found its way to one of their midfield players who coolly hit a firm shot just inside the post.
For any other team, they might have given up . . . but not CB U13s. They came back even stronger and yet another 3 wonderful saves - 1 was simply fantastic - and another 2 against the woodwork, stopped them equalising.
But, with 5 minutes left, a rare mix-up in DTW's defence allowed Freddie Horner to force home from close range. It was nothing less than CB deserved.
And so to Extra-time.
The first half was played mainly in midfield with no clear-cut chances created as all 22 players began to tire although CB were slightly the better of the two sides.
The second half of ET was similar until that is, DTW had a free-kick some 30 yards out. Their strongest and best player hit a firm shot which the CB's goalkeeper, Bradley Gardiner, managed to push onto the bar, only for the rest of the defence to stand still as one of their players couldn't miss the rebound from 3 yards.
For the last 3 minutes, CB pushed forwards in desperation to get an equaliser but it was a DTW player who found room to hit an unstoppable shot from 20 yards to make it safe, with just one minute to go.
At the final whistle, both teams shook hands sportingly. It had been a cracking cup-tie, full of passion and determination from both teams, some great defending, superb saves and brilliant goals. Everyone went away very happy to have witnessed such a match played in true FA Cup tradition . . . . although I think DTW's players, manger and parents were slightly the happier.
Dave Evans
U13s Manager
Posted 6th Feb 2017
PS: The following week saw the team's reaction to their defeat - another superb TEAM performance. . . . WON 7-1 in the League at home to Headington Youth.
U13s QUARTER-FINAL TROPHY CUP MATCH
If you're at a loose end this Sunday (29th), then why not pop down to Cholsey Rec and support our U13s team in their Q-F Trophy Cup match against Didcot Town Youth Whites with a KO at 12:15.
Our Under 13s narrowly lost out in the "D" League promotion race, finishing 3rd, last Autumn. However, they gained revenge for their league defeat (3-4) against the champions Crowmarsh Orient by playing superbly and winning 1-0 in their cup match.
Now they face Didcot, who have gained promotion to the "B" League this Spring, having finished runners-up last year.
It promises to be a cracking match as our U13s won their first game 20 - 1 (yes, twenty) three weeks ago and are raring to play after the last two league matches have been postponed.
We look forward to seeing a huge crowd cheering us on.
Dave Evans
U13s Manager
Posted 25 Jan 2017
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HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE ASSOCIATED WITH OUR GREAT LITTLE CLUB
This is our GOLDEN JUBILEE YEAR - we hope you will ALL contribute to its success through your participation not only every week at your teams' matches, but also at the various special events taking place during the year - see below.
For managers of other Clubs' Teams, we hope to see as many of you as possible at our TOURNAMENT in May -
see 2017 Tournament for full details and entry form.
Dave Evans
Posted 3 Jan 2017
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JUBILEE Souvenir Booklet
CAN YOU HELP IN SOME WAY ?
As well as the CELEBRATION DAY (below), another idea put forward is to have a Souvenir Booklet containing past and present players’ memories/thoughts, together with a host of old photographs and, possibly, as many records of results/league tables/etc. from the past 50 years.
For this to happen we need YOUR HELP. If you or any family member has been associated with the Bluebirds over the years, we would be thrilled to hear from you. Contact : dave.vans@virgin.net
Dave will pass on your e-mails/photos to the Souvenir Booklet Editor(s) - yet to be decided, as hopefully, your responses could involve a lot of work.
IS THERE A CREATIVE PARENT WHO MIGHT BE WILLING TO TAKE ON THIS ROLE ?
Dave Miners has already done some research and found a photo of the VERY FIRST TEAM back in 1967, together with a number of others from the 1970s.
Dave Evans
Posted 3 Dec 2016
JUBILEE Souvenir Booklet
CAN YOU HELP IN SOME WAY ?
As well as the CELEBRATION DAY (below), another idea put forward is to have a Souvenir Booklet containing past and present players’ memories/thoughts, together with a host of old photographs and, possibly, as many records of results/league tables/etc. from the past 50 years.
For this to happen we need YOUR HELP. If you or any family member has been associated with the Bluebirds over the years, we would be thrilled to hear from you. Contact : dave.vans@virgin.net
Dave will pass on your e-mails/photos to the Souvenir Booklet Editor(s) - yet to be decided, as hopefully, your responses could involve a lot of work.
IS THERE A CREATIVE PARENT WHO MIGHT BE WILLING TO TAKE ON THIS ROLE ?
Dave Miners has already done some research and found a photo of the VERY FIRST TEAM back in 1967, together with a number of others from the 1970s.
Dave Evans
Posted 3 Dec 2016
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JUBILEE Celebration Event
CAN YOU HELP IN SOME WAY ?
The newly formed Jubilee Celebration Event Sub-committee consisting of some of our present managers would welcome further support from as many parents as possible, especially if you have any expertise in planning/organising such a large scale event.
Our first meeting will follow the next full committee meeting on Tuesday 13th December at The Fairmile Sports & Social Club (Morning Star) in Papist way, at 9:00pm.
We would be delighted to see as many parents as possible.
Dave Evans
Posted 2 Dec 2016
JUBILEE Celebration Event
CAN YOU HELP IN SOME WAY ?
The newly formed Jubilee Celebration Event Sub-committee consisting of some of our present managers would welcome further support from as many parents as possible, especially if you have any expertise in planning/organising such a large scale event.
Our first meeting will follow the next full committee meeting on Tuesday 13th December at The Fairmile Sports & Social Club (Morning Star) in Papist way, at 9:00pm.
We would be delighted to see as many parents as possible.
Dave Evans
Posted 2 Dec 2016
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VERY IMPORTANT DATES -
See Future Events Page for more details
Please make a note of them now for future reference
We would be delighted if EVERYONE (players, parents, families & friends) would join us at these events
JUBILEE CELEBRATION is on SATURDAY 15th JULY 2017
PRESENTATION EVENING is part of the Jubilee Celebration above
BLUEBIRDS TOURNAMENT :
Sat 27th & Sun 28th MAY 2017 - also see separate Tournament Page for further info & details.
JUBILEE QUIZ EVENING is on FRIDAY 3rd MARCH 2017
Cholsey Scout Hall behind the Red Lion : Entry only £6 (includes food) : Tables of 6 : Starts at 7:30pm
Dave Evans
Posted 2 Dec 2016
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FIXTURES
Fixtures for each WEEKEND will appear on the FIXTURES PAGE.
NB: If any changes, individual managers will contact their parents.
Teams playing at HOME and highlighted in RED will be responsible for running the TUCK SHOP that morning or afternoon.
Dave Evans
Posted 7 Sept 2016
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A Winning Start for the Under 15's
This Sunday afternoon (4th September) the Bluebirds under 15's team started their season with a warm up tournament in Wantage. The event was well attended by many of the top teams in their age group, including Harwell & Hendred FC and Bure Park FC.
The afternoon saw them proceed as group winners with four good wins and a tight score draw. They faced a competitive semi-final against North Leigh which ended 0-0 at full time, so a nail-biting penalty shoot-out followed . . . . with Cholsey finishing on top. Then a final against local rivals Harwell and Hendred followed. Another tight 0-0 match ended with a penalty shoot-out - and once again Cholsey finishing victorious . . . 3-4 on penalties.
Now the boys are really looking forward to getting started.........
Steve Wilkinson
Posted 5 Sept 2016
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FOR LATEST NEWS for OXFORD MAIL YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE visit their WEBSITE Mainly for managers to view but will interest parents too. Has lots of info : downloadable forms / list of clubs with website address / rules / etc. Well worth a visit. www.oyfl.co.uk CLICK ON address or LOGO for link. Dave Evans Posted 10 August 2016 |
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