Another cup game and there were some high hopes that after the previous week's dismal defeat, that the Oakers would possibly triumph, or at least manage a draw. After all, the previous cup games had seen the team narrowly defeated. How hard could it be?
Very apparently. In a game that was too depressingly bad to even talk about in detail the Oakers, whose performance could be called dismal at best, were thoroughly trounced by the opposing team. Granted they were another top of the league team, but still...
So the final score was 6-1 to Flair Play, leaving the players with some hard training to do.
Next game: Thursday 18th December 2008 at 8.23pm against S.G.R.B.
Monday, 15 December 2008
Thursday, 4 December 2008
Thursday 27th November 2008 (9.40pm) - MEMS Power Gen v Sherwood Oak
For the Oakers this was an incredibly tough game against the considerably younger, top of the division team and the opponent’s youth and class showed from the moment the game started. With precision and ease MEMS had scored 6 goals by half time, although the Oakers did manage to pull one back with a nice shot from Asda Dave.
A hard slog by the Oakers and some brilliant goalkeeping by Darren saw the super fit MEMS kept to 9 goals, apparently a disappointment for them and a lesson in hard play for the Oakers as the score didn’t reflect the hard work they had put in.
Man of the match to my mind was definitely Darren without whose brilliant goalkeeping the score could have easily have been WELL into double figures, although all the Oakers played well given the strenuousness of the match.
Final score – 9-1 to MEMS Power Gen
Next game: Thursday 4th December 2008 at 9pm against Flair Play (cup game)
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
Thursday 20th November 2008 (8.41pm) - Athletico Beer Barrel v Sherwood Oak
Today's game saw the Oakers play in a fast paced game against Athletico Beer Barrel with a full complement of 7 players which consisted of the safe pair of hands Darren in goal, outfield lads were Steve, Ken, Terry, Chris, Bob and Dave.
It was a game of few chances and the referee seemed to slow down the flow of the game but sadly for the second week in succession the Oakers were defeated by a single goal, the goal coming in the first half of play.
Once again the Oakers held their own and team spirit was evident again so a victory before Christmas could be on the cards. The next game sees the Oakers play Maidstone MEMS Power Gen who took the place of Maidstone Allstars and the following week sees the Oakers back on cup duty against Flair Play.
Final Score 1-0 to Athletico Beer Barrel.
Next game: Thursday 27th November 2008 at 9.35pm against MEMS Power Gen
It was a game of few chances and the referee seemed to slow down the flow of the game but sadly for the second week in succession the Oakers were defeated by a single goal, the goal coming in the first half of play.
Once again the Oakers held their own and team spirit was evident again so a victory before Christmas could be on the cards. The next game sees the Oakers play Maidstone MEMS Power Gen who took the place of Maidstone Allstars and the following week sees the Oakers back on cup duty against Flair Play.
Final Score 1-0 to Athletico Beer Barrel.
Next game: Thursday 27th November 2008 at 9.35pm against MEMS Power Gen
Wednesday, 19 November 2008
Thursday 13th November 2008 (8.23pm) - Ten Left Feet v Sherwood Oak
The game began well enough with the optimistic Oakers playing well against the younger opposition.
A silly mistake caused the opposing team to score which left the Oakers a little frustrated. Shortly after Ten Left Feet scored another, although fine work by the team stopped them from gaining further ground.
Early into the second half Steve the chef scored an excellent goal which was later followed by an excellent penalty by Asda Dave. Unfortunately by then the opposition had managed to sneak in another goal and the final, rather disappointing score was 3-2 to Ten Left Feet.
However it was a good performance from the Oakers and something to build on for the future.
Next Game: Thursday 20th November 2008 at 8.41pm against Athletico Beer Barrel
A silly mistake caused the opposing team to score which left the Oakers a little frustrated. Shortly after Ten Left Feet scored another, although fine work by the team stopped them from gaining further ground.
Early into the second half Steve the chef scored an excellent goal which was later followed by an excellent penalty by Asda Dave. Unfortunately by then the opposition had managed to sneak in another goal and the final, rather disappointing score was 3-2 to Ten Left Feet.
However it was a good performance from the Oakers and something to build on for the future.
Next Game: Thursday 20th November 2008 at 8.41pm against Athletico Beer Barrel
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
Thursday 6th November 2008 (8.05pm) - Bridgewood v Sherwood Oak
Okay sorry for the delay in posting - I've been ill and so our guest reporter Nicky P provided the match report.
First half :Took lead from good work by Perry Mason whose drive and energy were outstanding (ubiquitous)Bob Scott (of the Antarctic) showed good touches and linked the Oakers play up well.
2 soft goals late in first half gave opposition (Bridgewood) an undeserved half-time lead.
Second half:Due to plague and pestilence Oakers had only one sub and even he was ill. Came on for second half with Oxygen tank and mask, IV drip and a team of Doctors in constant attendance and bravely battled through eight minutes of pure agony (lol)
Two early goals gave opponents a comfortable lead but a late second half comeback from the battling Oakers yielded a late goal for Steve (Mary) Peters.
An encouraging performance from a brave and spirited bunch of old men.
Final score: Bridgewood 4 - Sherwood Oak 2
Next Game: Thursday 13th November 2008 at 8.23pm against Ten Left Feet
First half :Took lead from good work by Perry Mason whose drive and energy were outstanding (ubiquitous)Bob Scott (of the Antarctic) showed good touches and linked the Oakers play up well.
2 soft goals late in first half gave opposition (Bridgewood) an undeserved half-time lead.
Second half:Due to plague and pestilence Oakers had only one sub and even he was ill. Came on for second half with Oxygen tank and mask, IV drip and a team of Doctors in constant attendance and bravely battled through eight minutes of pure agony (lol)
Two early goals gave opponents a comfortable lead but a late second half comeback from the battling Oakers yielded a late goal for Steve (Mary) Peters.
An encouraging performance from a brave and spirited bunch of old men.
Final score: Bridgewood 4 - Sherwood Oak 2
Next Game: Thursday 13th November 2008 at 8.23pm against Ten Left Feet
Friday, 31 October 2008
Thursday 30th October 2008 (10.05pm) - Ditton Utd v Sherwood Oak (Cup Game 2)
It looked like a desperate situation with several of the Oakers sidelined by injury leaving the bare minimum of players available for the evening’s match. With the prospect of a tough game against the much younger Ditton Utd, hopes weren’t running high but a steady and determined attitude by the five players made the game a much closer fought battle than it could have been.
The Oakers played well, very well with Steve and Ken taking defence, Bob and Terry taking the forward positions and Steve the chef stepping in at short notice to do a great job in goal. Despite Ditton Utd having many attempts on the goal they managed to keep the opposing team to a 0-0 draw throughout the whole game, even managing a few shots at goal themselves.
Unfortunately a lucky final shot some three seconds before the end of the game gave the opposition an undeserved goal leaving the final score at 1-0 to Ditton Utd, a disappointing and bitter end to a well played game.
Next Game: Thursday 6th November 2008 at 8.05pm against Bridgewood
The Oakers played well, very well with Steve and Ken taking defence, Bob and Terry taking the forward positions and Steve the chef stepping in at short notice to do a great job in goal. Despite Ditton Utd having many attempts on the goal they managed to keep the opposing team to a 0-0 draw throughout the whole game, even managing a few shots at goal themselves.
Unfortunately a lucky final shot some three seconds before the end of the game gave the opposition an undeserved goal leaving the final score at 1-0 to Ditton Utd, a disappointing and bitter end to a well played game.
Next Game: Thursday 6th November 2008 at 8.05pm against Bridgewood
Monday, 27 October 2008
Thursday 23rd October 2008 (9.35pm) - Old Farts v Sherwood Oak
No review this week as the guest reviewer was unable to think of anything more to say than that the Oakers were shite.
The Old Farts were actually anything but - all very young and very good players, running rings around the older team, leaving the final score a very disappointing (but apparently not unsurprising) 9-0.
Let's hope the guys play better this week in their second cup tie - against Ditton Utd.
Next Game: Thursday 30th October at 9.53pm against Ditton Utd (Cup Game)
The Old Farts were actually anything but - all very young and very good players, running rings around the older team, leaving the final score a very disappointing (but apparently not unsurprising) 9-0.
Let's hope the guys play better this week in their second cup tie - against Ditton Utd.
Next Game: Thursday 30th October at 9.53pm against Ditton Utd (Cup Game)
Friday, 17 October 2008
Thursday 16th October 2008 (8.50pm) - Ditton Utd v Sherwood Oak
The evening got off to an interesting start when the new team strips were revealed and turned out to be black and white (causing a debate on whether to change the nickname of the team to ‘The Badgers’) rather than the black and red we had been expecting. However, it was nice to see the team so smartly attired (no official team photo yet as we need to get the whole team together).
It was thrown further into turmoil when we realised that we didn't have a goalkeeper, although Nick kindly offered to step into the breach and did a fantastic job in difficult circumstances.
Ditton Utd, who are currently the top team in the league, are the youngest team the Oakers have so far played and their youth certainly helped the side to run rings around the Oakers defence in a game which seemed to last twice as long as usual.
A lucky goal one minute and forty seconds into the match saw the start of a run of bad luck for the Oakers which ended with the opposing team managing to score five goals, the final goal being a last second penalty.
However, the youngsters didn't have it all their own way. Two excellent goals were scored by Steve ‘Twinkle Toes’ Peters (taking him to the top of the goal scorers leader board) and there was some nice play overall from the rest of the Oakers, although their substitutions could have been a little better. Nick played a blinding game in goal and made some beautiful saves.
Overall this was a good game for the Oakers, even though they lost and as Ditton Utd are the next team they play in the Cup in two weeks time they should be better prepared to face the youngsters.
Final score: 5-2 to Ditton Utd.
Next Game: Thursday 23rd October at 9.35pm against the Old Farts.
It was thrown further into turmoil when we realised that we didn't have a goalkeeper, although Nick kindly offered to step into the breach and did a fantastic job in difficult circumstances.
Ditton Utd, who are currently the top team in the league, are the youngest team the Oakers have so far played and their youth certainly helped the side to run rings around the Oakers defence in a game which seemed to last twice as long as usual.
A lucky goal one minute and forty seconds into the match saw the start of a run of bad luck for the Oakers which ended with the opposing team managing to score five goals, the final goal being a last second penalty.
However, the youngsters didn't have it all their own way. Two excellent goals were scored by Steve ‘Twinkle Toes’ Peters (taking him to the top of the goal scorers leader board) and there was some nice play overall from the rest of the Oakers, although their substitutions could have been a little better. Nick played a blinding game in goal and made some beautiful saves.
Overall this was a good game for the Oakers, even though they lost and as Ditton Utd are the next team they play in the Cup in two weeks time they should be better prepared to face the youngsters.
Final score: 5-2 to Ditton Utd.
Next Game: Thursday 23rd October at 9.35pm against the Old Farts.
Monday, 13 October 2008
Thursday 9th October 2008 (8.20pm) – Flair Play v Sherwood Oak
It all started very positively for the Oakers, with a run through from Twinkle Toes Peters followed by a deft pass to the left hand side of the pitch to Perry Mason who ballooned it over the bar from 4 yards...This was past the 1 legged goalkeeper...No this is not a joke, he had a thigh high leg plaster cast!!!
Perry Mason was later confused by the referee who was wearing the same colours as the Oakers.
The first half showed very dogged resistance from the boys. The first goal against us was very unfortunate in that it squirmed past the body of Colin who thus far had pulled off some great saves.
Unfortunately it all went badly downhill in the second half when the opposition scored directly from the kick off although this was much in contention as to whether the goal should stand. From there on the Sherwood Oakers became Sherwood Crumble.
There was much entertainment from Chris who had a great game of Subbuteo by pirouetting on the ball to avert the attention away from the game.
First half score 2-0 to the opposition
Final Score 6-0
In the words of Twinkle Toes Peters the outcome did not justify the effort.
The woodwork was hit 3 times...Twice by Asda Dave, once by Perry Mason...
Quote of the match was by Ken Dobson who commented to Bob Scott in the Bar after the game “You hit the post didn't you Bob?”
Bob replied “I wasn't playing Ken!”
I’m not sure what game Ken was at!!!
A big thank you to our guest reporter Di who took over the reins this week.
Next game: Thursday 16th October at 8.41pm against Ditton Utd.
No photos this week I understand. Next week should be the official unveiling of the new team kit and the photos will include the official team photo.
Perry Mason was later confused by the referee who was wearing the same colours as the Oakers.
The first half showed very dogged resistance from the boys. The first goal against us was very unfortunate in that it squirmed past the body of Colin who thus far had pulled off some great saves.
Unfortunately it all went badly downhill in the second half when the opposition scored directly from the kick off although this was much in contention as to whether the goal should stand. From there on the Sherwood Oakers became Sherwood Crumble.
There was much entertainment from Chris who had a great game of Subbuteo by pirouetting on the ball to avert the attention away from the game.
First half score 2-0 to the opposition
Final Score 6-0
In the words of Twinkle Toes Peters the outcome did not justify the effort.
The woodwork was hit 3 times...Twice by Asda Dave, once by Perry Mason...
Quote of the match was by Ken Dobson who commented to Bob Scott in the Bar after the game “You hit the post didn't you Bob?”
Bob replied “I wasn't playing Ken!”
I’m not sure what game Ken was at!!!
A big thank you to our guest reporter Di who took over the reins this week.
Next game: Thursday 16th October at 8.41pm against Ditton Utd.
No photos this week I understand. Next week should be the official unveiling of the new team kit and the photos will include the official team photo.
Monday, 6 October 2008
Thursday 2nd October 2008 (10.20pm) – Sherwood Oak v Hornets (Cup Game 1)
After last week’s less than satisfactory game the Oakers were keen to improve and after a conversation on team tactics a new approach was taken in this first Cup game of the season.
The opposition was the Hornets, a young Division One team and it seemed a good time for the Oakers to practice their new strategy.
From the start the Oakers put up a steady defence, with the new tactics working well. Unfortunately a goal was conceded towards the fourth minute. However, the team weren’t demoralised and stuck to the game plan doggedly.
A fine piece of play by Asda Dave almost saw the team draw equal, but the Hornets keeper managed to keep him out. But the new strategy worked well and the Oakers managed to keep the opponents to that single goal with an end score of 1-0 to the higher league team.
Unfortunately, a few minutes before the end of the game a scuffle ensued between a member of the Hornets and Nick, which resulted in a red card for our player, so ‘Naughty Nick’ is now at the top of our bad boy leaderboard!
Next Game: Thursday 9th October 2008 at 8.20pm against Flair Play.
The opposition was the Hornets, a young Division One team and it seemed a good time for the Oakers to practice their new strategy.
From the start the Oakers put up a steady defence, with the new tactics working well. Unfortunately a goal was conceded towards the fourth minute. However, the team weren’t demoralised and stuck to the game plan doggedly.
A fine piece of play by Asda Dave almost saw the team draw equal, but the Hornets keeper managed to keep him out. But the new strategy worked well and the Oakers managed to keep the opponents to that single goal with an end score of 1-0 to the higher league team.
Unfortunately, a few minutes before the end of the game a scuffle ensued between a member of the Hornets and Nick, which resulted in a red card for our player, so ‘Naughty Nick’ is now at the top of our bad boy leaderboard!
Next Game: Thursday 9th October 2008 at 8.20pm against Flair Play.
Friday, 26 September 2008
Thursday 25th September 2008 (9.53pm) – S.G.R.B. v Sherwood Oak
Following in the grand tradition of teams like Man City losing against Brighton earlier in the week, Sherwood Oak FC last night lost to bottom of the league team S.G.R.B.
In a rather uninspiring game, the first four minutes were hopeful with the Oakers keeping the score even at 0-0, but then a slip in the defence allowed the rival team to score. A confused and somewhat disappointing strategy from the Oakers saw the opposing team with their considerably younger players given too many chances with the ball and despite a valiant effort from the players and a sterling performance by the Oakers goalkeeper (definitely the man of the match) who saved at least fifteen attempts on the goal the final score was a saddening 7-0 to S.G.R.B.
It is tempting to put the disappointing performance down to the fact that the team hadn't played for two weeks due to last week’s bye, but in reality the strategy was wrong and hopefully identification of the problems and a new logical strategy will assist in providing a stronger team for future games.
Next week’s cup game against the first division team The Hornets should be a good testing ground for the team’s new tactics.
Alas no photos this week as the team’s official photographer decided to take the evening off and have an early night!
In a rather uninspiring game, the first four minutes were hopeful with the Oakers keeping the score even at 0-0, but then a slip in the defence allowed the rival team to score. A confused and somewhat disappointing strategy from the Oakers saw the opposing team with their considerably younger players given too many chances with the ball and despite a valiant effort from the players and a sterling performance by the Oakers goalkeeper (definitely the man of the match) who saved at least fifteen attempts on the goal the final score was a saddening 7-0 to S.G.R.B.
It is tempting to put the disappointing performance down to the fact that the team hadn't played for two weeks due to last week’s bye, but in reality the strategy was wrong and hopefully identification of the problems and a new logical strategy will assist in providing a stronger team for future games.
Next week’s cup game against the first division team The Hornets should be a good testing ground for the team’s new tactics.
Alas no photos this week as the team’s official photographer decided to take the evening off and have an early night!
Next game: Thursday 2nd October 2008 at 10.11pm against The Hornets (Cup Game)
Friday, 12 September 2008
Thursday 11th September 2008 (8.50pm) - Sherwood Oak v Maidstone Allstars (erm Sherwood Oak actually)
After only the second game of the season the Oakers excitingly achieved their second aim and moved a step closer to achieving the third – three points gained from the game meant that they avoided being at the bottom of the table once again. Last week’s goal meant that that they were already third from bottom due to goal difference and this week’s victory ensured that they stayed well above last place.
The game was not as frenetic as last week’s due to an older team and a lack of substitutes and all the players should be congratulated for getting through the full sixteen minutes without a break. The final score was 2-0 to the Oakers with both goals being scored by Asda Dave – one in each half.
There was a little lariness from Bob the Lob 57 seconds before the end of the game when he almost elbowed Asda Dave in the face, although I am assured that it was accidental and nothing to do with frustration at no longer being the Oakers top goal scorer.
*It should be noted that the original opponents Maidstone Allstars dropped out of the league an hour before the game was due to start and so the Oakers played themselves in a friendly game. It all still counts though!
The game was not as frenetic as last week’s due to an older team and a lack of substitutes and all the players should be congratulated for getting through the full sixteen minutes without a break. The final score was 2-0 to the Oakers with both goals being scored by Asda Dave – one in each half.
There was a little lariness from Bob the Lob 57 seconds before the end of the game when he almost elbowed Asda Dave in the face, although I am assured that it was accidental and nothing to do with frustration at no longer being the Oakers top goal scorer.
*It should be noted that the original opponents Maidstone Allstars dropped out of the league an hour before the game was due to start and so the Oakers played themselves in a friendly game. It all still counts though!
Next game: Thursday 25th September 2008 at 9.53pm against S.G.R.B.
Friday, 5 September 2008
Thursday 4th September 2008 (10.20pm) – Athletico Beer Barrel v Sherwood Oak
The Oaker’s (playing in the yellow vests) first game of the new season was a fast and furious affair. During sixteen minutes of intense play that tested both sides, Athletico Beer Barrel showed an early advantage and their experience of playing together was clear with a taut substitution technique.
Although the Oaker’s fought bravely with Bob Scott getting one back for the boys before the end of the first half, they couldn’t keep up with the pace of the more experienced team and the game finished with a full time score of 6-1.
As the post-match discussion in the bar (which lasted considerably longer than the game itself) showed the team have a way to go yet. Obviously fitness is a big issue, especially when racing around against young whippersnappers, but the need for regular substitution breaks and shorter ball passes were also discussed.
However, the team were buoyed by the fact that they had done better than both the games they had played in the last season, and our first aim has already been achieved. It is clear that things can only continue to get better as fitness levels increase as the season progresses and the boys get used to playing together as a team.
See the slideshow below for some choice moments from the thrilling game!
Well done boys for getting through the sixteen minutes uninjured (apart from Chris’ pulled muscle). I’m looking forward to the next match already!
Next game: Thursday 11th September at 8.41pm against Maidstone Allstars
Although the Oaker’s fought bravely with Bob Scott getting one back for the boys before the end of the first half, they couldn’t keep up with the pace of the more experienced team and the game finished with a full time score of 6-1.
As the post-match discussion in the bar (which lasted considerably longer than the game itself) showed the team have a way to go yet. Obviously fitness is a big issue, especially when racing around against young whippersnappers, but the need for regular substitution breaks and shorter ball passes were also discussed.
However, the team were buoyed by the fact that they had done better than both the games they had played in the last season, and our first aim has already been achieved. It is clear that things can only continue to get better as fitness levels increase as the season progresses and the boys get used to playing together as a team.
See the slideshow below for some choice moments from the thrilling game!
Well done boys for getting through the sixteen minutes uninjured (apart from Chris’ pulled muscle). I’m looking forward to the next match already!
Next game: Thursday 11th September at 8.41pm against Maidstone Allstars
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