(Wessex League Division 1)

Spurs served up another thriller after the most inauspicious of starts.  They must have left their brains in the dressing room, as they conceded three soft goals in the first ten minutes.  Paul Burnett with two and Lee Bellows benefited from gormless defending as Ringwood looked to have put the game out of sight.  Only bad finishing and a good save by Jonathan Sheppard, who stopped a goalbound shot with his feet, stopped the score from becoming ridiculous.

(Wessex League Division 1)

Spurs gained a point against high-flying US Portsmouth in a thrilling game after a remarkable last-ditch rally at the Victory Stadium.

USP started much the stronger and quicker on the ball, looking dangerous whenever they attacked as they tested Spurs’ defence with quick crosses into the box.  It was no surprise when they took the lead after 15 minutes after Ben Edwards had slipped on the wet surface and Peter Lines made no mistake, slotting the ball past the helpless Jonathan Sheppard.  Just before half-time, Ed Richardson lobbed Sheppard from just outside the box, the ball hitting crossbar and post before nestling in the corner of the net.

(Wessex League Division 1)

Spurs extended their unbeaten run to four games, when they were held by Petersfield in a wind-affected Tuesday night match.

Following their encouraging win at Whitchurch, assistant manager Keith Baker made only one change, bringing in Ben Clisby and moving Ben Edwards to central defence in place of unavailable player-manager Neil Baker.

Petersfield were on top for the first quarter of an hour, and only a fine save from Mark Appleby stopped Jon Pryce giving the visitors the lead.  However, Spurs gradually established a dominance that was to last for most of the game.  A number of slick attacks only failed at the last stage, Petersfield keeper Lloyd Patilla making a number of brave saves.  The 0-0 score line at half-time was a reasonable reflection of the play.

Please be aware that all the Fleet Spurs teams will be having their Christmas night out on Saturday the 12th December, with most teams due at home that day, the idea is to meet down at the Sports Bar for around 7pm, where there will be some music and pizza, and then follow on to whatever drinking establishments we decide!! There will be a few Christmas games etc, and we are hopeful that all 4 teams will get together, plus any ex Spurs players. There will be a small surcharge to match fees on the day, again as a small fundraiser for the club.

(Wessex League Division 1)

Spurs came away from second-placed Whitchurch with all three points notching up what was certainly their best result following what was probably their best performance of the season.

The first half was evenly fought, with both attacks creating chances.  However, both keepers – Spurs’ Mark Appleby and Whitchurch’s Greg Wellman – proved themselves equal to everything that came their way.  Both made some outstanding saves, and the blank scoresheet at the break was a fair reflection of the game.

Kick off 11am

Please be aware that the annual event will be going ahead again this year at Kennels Lane.

With the first team’s game against Farnborough North End being brought forward to Tuesday the 22nd, it means that we can all enjoy what was always a great event.

Paul Hampshire will be running the over 30’s team, with Sam Knowles and Matt Trundle running the under 30’s team.
There will be cost of £5 per player which will go to Fleet Spurs funds, after the game we will then venture to one of the local pubs for a customary drink or two, for those that can stay out for the duration of the day then even better, as there used to be nothing better than playing in the over under’s game, and then following it up with an all day session.