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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23
Topsham Town defied the odds to come up with an eye-blinking 2-1 victory at Premier leaders Exeter Civil Service. Looking to end a run of four successive defeats, the tops put in a performance that could not be questioned, with the work ethic from every player non stop and which fully merited the victory. The warning signs for Civil came when Tim Rivetts gave Topsham a first half lead, but Civil did get back on terms with a volley from Mark Saunders. However the goal failed to lift their game and it came as no surprise when Luke Crowson, whose dad John Durham the former Sheffield Wednesday professional was watching from the touchlines, scored the winner. Topsham secretary Mike Webb said he was staggered at how hard the team worked, and what a big win. Civil's John Gribble rated it one of their worst displays, and with Wellington Town not in action, the chance to go seven points clear had gone.
The other eye catching result came at Bickleigh where Pinhoe managed to snatch an incredible 5-5 draw after leading for most of the way. The Pins were 2-1 and 4-2 ahead, but with just two minutes left in an incident packed game were 5-4 down. Mark Culley making his debut then came up with their fifth goal to bring the curtain down on what was a real thriller. Jordan Copp with two goals, Ben White, Matt Atkins and a Stuart Anderson penalty made up the Bickleiogh scoresheet. Darren Eshun with a brace, Mike Williams and Freddie Loveday who was outstanding were the earlier Pinhoe scorers. Both camps felt they could have won it, but agreed a draw was the right ending.
Thorverton reclaimed third place with a 4-0 win against a Cullompton Rangers side which only fielded ten players until half-time. The thors scored twice in either half but manager Ian Harris felt they toiled against a Rangers side which did its best despite the odds. Lee Riggs scored twice for Thorverton with Emyln Harris and Luke Wyatt getting a goal each.
Clyst Valley dipped to a 4-0 defeat at the University and were simply paced out of the game. The college skipper George Cowell said his team probably had the better breaks as Clyst were not four goals poorer, but they are currently firing on all cylinders especially Tom Arnold who added another two goals to his collection. Luke Davis with a superb strike and Andy Blondell completed the scoring.
Heavitree Social Utd won 2-1 at Heavitree Harriers in Exmouth and it was no game for the feint-hearted. The referee booked seven players in a game both camps described as passionate and competitive, and sparked by a brilliant first minute 30 yard opener from Andy Taylor giving Harriers the lead. Heavitree dug deep and equalised after half an hour from Callum Gribble, and the action remained frenetic until Wayne King lashed in the winner in the 65th minute. The Wingfield Park side then battened down the hatches to claim a much needed triumph, and at the same time putting paid to Harriers hopes of a top three slot.
St Martins beat Hatherleigh Town 2-0, their fifth win in their last six outings, but they had to work overtime to see off the North Devon team. Both goals came from Darren Bingham, and manager Mike Nosworthy reckoned the second goal was sheer quality. Yet Hatherleigh also impressed Nozzer, and he failed to understand why they are so far down the table.
Feniton beat Sidmouth Town 2-0 just six days after beating their East Devon rivals in a local cup tie. Dave Court had the opening goal for Feniton but they did not wrap matters up until Andy Jones scored late in the second half. Both clubs had a player sent off, and Sidmouth had their chancesto score but both keepers played well, Russell Witton for Fenny and the vikings Luke Ashford.
TEAM OF THE DAY - TOPSHAM TOWN
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16
Exeter University powered to a startling 6-1 victory against Heavitree Social Utd to register the top result of the day in the Premier division. The opening 18 minutes saw the students rack up a three goal lead with Heavitree playing their first game in three weeks reeling. After settling down Heavitree had their best spell at the start of the second half and reduced the deficit through Stacey Thorpe, but they tired in the last twenty minutes and the college smashed in another three goals. Tom Arnold with a brace, Luke Davis, Mike Georgiou, Joe Woodward and George Cowell with a penalty completed the scoreline for the University.
Second from top Wellington Town ended a winless run of four matches when they beat Bickleigh 3-1, but it was not an easy success. After going two goal clear the Somerset side let Bickleigh back in the match and for a while it was touch and go. A third goal settled the issue, but Wellington never really looked assured. Jack Adams with two goals including a penalty and Tim Lake scored for Wellington who close to within two points of Civil Service. Matt Atkins was the Bickleigh scorer, but the mid Devon side were unhappy with the Wellington opener which they claim was a very dubious penalty.
Its five matches unbeaten for Clyst Valley who claimed third place from Thorverton after beating their rivals 2-0 in a really close game. The thors reckoned they made the errors from which Clyst scored both, and that was the difference between two well matched outfits. Matt Thompson and Ashley McDermid scored for the Valley both goals coming in the ten minutes run up to the break.
Beer Albion won 1-0 at Topsham Town and manager Matt Rooke reckons they played some decent football and were well worth the points. James Melville with his 10th league and cup goal was the Beer scorer in the second half. Topsham secretary Mike Webb said the home team who have now lost four in a row, never got going and were the lesser side on the day.
St Martins made it four wins from five outings after they won 2-0 at a toothless Feniton and a cutting edge was the difference between the two sides. Steve Bassett after just ten minutes and Matt Anderson ten minutes from time did the job for the Saints, who climb up into the top six. Saints top scorer Darren Bingham smashed a drop ball against the crossbar late in the game and was booked for ungentlemanly conduct by the referee who had an excellent match.
After suffering two defeats in a row Heavitree Harriers came from 2-1 down to win 4-2 against Pinhoe. Two Steve Blatchford goals including a 30 yard special had the pins seeking their third win in just eight days, but they reckoned without a Harriers revival. Chris Abraham had the opener for Harriers and further goals from Tim Wright, Paul Horne and substitute James Turner tipped the balance in their favour for a victory they badly needed.
Hatherleigh Town won the basement scrap at Sidmouth Town 4-2 and climb over their East Devon rivals whose five match unbeaten run was brought to a juddering halt. Simon James, new signing Scott Huxtable, Kieran Alford and an own goal did the trick for the North Devon side. Anthony Griffiths and Andy Thompson replied for Sidmouth, but manager Paul Ashford said he took much of the blame with his tactics but generally Sidmouth defended badly.
TEAM OF THE DAY - EXETER UNIVERSITY
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9
Pinhoe manager John Moore has insisted his team are far better than their current position in the Premier division indicates, and that their stunning 3-2 victory at Wellington Town proved the point. Fourth from bottom Pinhoe virtually won the match twice, having given away a two goal lead, but their win was huge in relation to their season and for Wellington whose title hopes have been severely dented. Four defeats in their previous five outings did not augur well for Pinhoe who had agreed to switch the match to Somerset as Pinn Lane has still not recovered from the winter weather. A Steve Blatchford goal fired Pinhos ahead and they increased that through Tim Hamblyn. Second from top Wellington who have drawn their last three matches, but are unbeaten in their last five, hit back either side of half-time through Mark Fitzgerald and Tim Legg to draw level. At that point the tide seemed to have turned but Pinhoe playing some excellent soccer netted the winner with a brilliantly taken second Blatchford goal and Moore claims they totally outplayed their hosts and were worthy winners.
Exeter University sank Heavitree Harriers 5-0 for the other result of the day, and the college side ran their visitors off their feet. Tom Arnold was the star for the college with a superb hat-trick and the win was completed through Dave Wiltshire and George Cowell. It was one of the best University efforts this season and Harriers manager Jody Bolt agreed his team were overrun, and could not contain the students on their huge ground at Topsham Road. College skipper Cowell said his team were tops, but they need to do it week in week out.
Clyst Valley won 2-0 at St Martins where they were expected to struggle, based on recent form, but on the day were much the better side. Goals from Steve Millington and Adam Pike were no less than Valley deserved, and the victory keeps them in the hunt at the top. Saints manager Mike Nosworthy was left totally deflated, and admits his team were not at the party, but he also felt that many decisions went against his side. Defeat ended a three match winning run for the Saints, but Valley are now unbeaten in four and manager Jeff Weeks is hoping this run continues.
Thorverton also won 2-0 at Hatherleigh Town in a fiery match which saw a bundle of yellow cards bandied about. Even the opening goal from a free kick was controversial, an own goal resulting, but there was no complaint about the second from Emyln Harris which was his first goal since October. Hatherleigh manager Stuart Dymond thought his team played well but did not create much and that was their downfall.
A late penalty gave Bickleigh a 3-2 victory against an incensed Topsham Town, and both teams admit they were perplexed about the decision. Bickleigh manager Nigel Raybould who accepted the gift was equally puzzled, but the outcome was that Stuart Anderson converted the spotkick and Bickleigh had the points. Kieran Rapo and Sam Hunt had twice given Bickleigh the lead, before Stuart Tyler and Tops manager Danny Carpenter had twice equalised. A draw then looked odds on as time ran out until the penalty five minutes from the end changed the story.
Beer Albion beat Feniton 3-1 and that result took the fishermen ahead of their East Devon rivals on goal difference. It was closer than the end result indicates, but Beer earned the points for their first half display which built a two goal cushion. Luke Bartlett brought in from the second team scored his first Premier goal and Beer added a second from Martyn Hancock their top scorer. Feniton hit back from the tireless Richard Austin, and for a while looked capable of a recovery, before Matt Rowson put the result beyond doubt with the fishermens third.
Sidmouth Town destroyed Cullompton Rangers 6-0 in their basement battle and felt they could have had double figures against a very depleted Rangers outfit. First half goals from Ben Ashford and Billy Jaworski, their first for the vikings, set the scene and then Andrew Thompson, Jaworski, Chris Duchenski and 16 year old substitute Jordan Cooper who minutes earlier missed a penalty completed the scoring. Rangers manager Greg Radmore said it was a real struggle to get a side together and he had to lean on the third team heavily. Meanwhile he is appealing for local players to come to the club and help out in the current crisis.
TEAM OF THE DAY - PINHOE
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2
New look Bickleigh stopped in form Feniton in their tracks in the Premier division's upset of the day. The mid Devon side, having lost their last four matches and given a shake up by manager Nigel Raybould, rocked a Feniton side which had won its last five. Beaten 3-1 at Bickleigh three months ago Feniton did enjoy the lead through Andy Jones, but Bickleigh responded with a Nathan Haskins header and went 3-1 ahead with two excellent goals from Kieran Rapo rated highly by Raybould. John French headed Feniton back into the game, but Bickleigh playing the more constructive football saw time out to collect a welcome three points. Raybould was delighted with the way his team played, and Feniton could have few complaints especially with a rather abject first half effort.
The top match between second place Wellington Town and leaders Exeter Civil Service ended 1-1, the visitors getting an late equaliser to salvage a vital point. The draw maintains the five point gap between the pair, but Wellington who have now drawn their last three, still have five matches in hand. Civil defended doggedly for much of the game but their resistance was broken when Wellington manager John Norman scored on the hour. The equaliser came from Nick Gidley in the 82nd minute and after that both teams were conscious not to lose. Devon & Exeter League secretary Chris Davey making his first trip to Wellington said he enjoyed the game and was impressed by the quality of football played.
Thorverton are up to third place again after they snatched a last minute 3-2 win against Pinhoe. The Pins had fought back from two down at the break to close in on a point, but Ben Bristowe with his second goal of the game won it for the thors with 20 seconds remaining. John Nott also scored for Thorverton. Steve Blatchford had both Pinhoe goals but manager John Moore was in bits as his side played brilliantly to get back on terms. Moore said his team did not deserve to lose and he was proud of the way they played. Thors boss Ian Harris said his team had their backs to the wall at times, but he would take the win.
St Martins were also in top form with a 2-0 win at Heavitree Harriers and even beaten manager Jody Bolt reckoned the Saints were the best team they have met. Both goals came from Kevin Pike, and Saints manager Mike Nosworthy thought his side played some top football and defended superbly when they had to. Harriers were missing top scorer Matt Dawson who has moved over to Exmouth Town, and they lacked a cutting edge especially with several other strikers unavailable on the day.
Clyst Valley were heading for a comfortable win against Hatherleigh Town but took their eye off the ball and had to settle for a 3-3 draw. Goals from Adam Pike, Steve Millington and Ashley Mcdermid had Clyst 3-1 in front, well into the second half, but the North Devon side hung in and grabbed what could be a big point for them. Simon James with two goals and Sam Woollacott were the Hatherleigh scorers. Valley manager Jeff Weeks said his team defended badly and could not deal with the Hatherleigh goals which were all from headers.
Beer Albion were 1-0 winners at the University and for manager Matt Rooke it was a big result. The only goal from James Melville came midway through the first half and the fishermen never felt they would relinquish their lead. The college played lots of good football but rarely threatened according to Rooke.
TEAM OF THE DAY - BICKLEIGH |
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23
Senior One
A Craig Higham goal after just half an hour was enough to earn Senior 1 leaders Budleigh Salterton a priceless 1-0 victory against battling neighbours Otterton. The classic derby contest was settled by a Karl Everest free kick turned in by Higham, and although it was to be the deciding factor, robins manager Alex Freer reckoned that overall his side merited the win, but credited Otterton who never dropped their workrate.
Second place Newtown were held to a 0-0 draw at Devon Senior cup finalists Willand Rovers, and this was another excellent game between two clubs both in the hunt to go up. Newtown were out of the blocks faster, but Willand eventually came good and the only ingredient missing was goals.
East Budleigh had their hopes damaged by a shock 1-0 defeat at home to Elmore, but it was a victory the eagles really deserved. Although struggling in the relegation zone, Elmore defended brilliantly with deputy keeper Kieran Harvey outstanding. Then they were presented with a penalty, and Steve Rowlands stepped up to convert for three priceless points.
Culm Utd won their mid Devon derby at Westexe Rovers 3-1 with all the goals coming in the second half. Ross Stickland, Paul Harris and Stuart Shaw were the Culm scorers, with Andy Lane on target for the rovers.
Seaton Town beat the University 2-0 and rated this as one of their better efforts against a very good college side. Scorers were Marcus Furneaux-Harris and George Moore with a goal in each half.
Broadclyst Social beat Alphington 3-0 but felt they could have had a few more goals and had what they felt was a blatant penalty denied. Steve Woodward, Colin Gray and Jimmy Frost were the scorers.
The two cellar dwellers Exeter St Thomas and Exmouth Amateurs drew 1-1. Steve Brown with a free kick saved a point for St Thomas after the Ammies led at the break.
Senior Two
Second from last St Loyes had Senior 2 leaders Bow AAC on the rack when they led 2-0 at the break, but the mid Devon team responded brilliantly in the second half to win 5-2. Mark Searle 2, Gavin Coles, Ryan Greenwood, and Andy Rogers were the Bow scorers.
Second from top Halwill were held to a shock 1-1 draw by bottom of the table Sidmouth Town. Halwill manager Andy Winser gave his side the lead, but Jay Thorn stunned the hosts before half time with the equaliser and the vikings held out despite constant second half pressure.
Upottery won the big derby match at Honiton Town 2-1 and are into the top three. It was always going to be close but Upottery drew first blood through Adrian Coombe. Sam Farmer tied the scores during Honitons best spell but a breakaway goal in the second half from Andy Isaac won it for Upottery.
Newtown eased their relegation worries after a 3-2 win against Barnstaple Town. Jack Gill, Mark Taylor and Luke Jones shared the Newtown goals.
Lympstone are edging back into danger after going down 3-1 to the University. Kyle Bassett was the Lympets scorer.
Exeter Civil Service collected a useful point from a 1-1 draw at North Tawton. It was Civil's sixth share of the season.
Senior Three
Sandford produced one of the biggest upsets of the day when they toppled Seniot 3 leaders Morchard Bishop 2-1. Goals from Dean Pigeon and Ben Spears did the trick for Sandford who felt they really earned it.
Beacon Knights regained top spot after winning 4-2 at Lapford but it was hard work and they were behind at the break to a penalty. Paul Ruddock with a second half hat-trick and Chris Baker then turned it over for the Knights.
Kentisbeare underlined their challenge with a 6-0 win at home to Pinhoe.
Heavitree Social Utd won 2-1 at Winkleigh with Adam Cann getting the winner.
Tipton St John got the better of Uplowman Athletic 2-0 but were never comfortable. Lee Strawbridge and Adam Connett scored.
South Zeal won 4-1 at the Motel & Offwell with all five goals coming in the second half. James Abbot was the Rangers scorer but the East Devon side are edging ever closer to the drop.
Colyton won their derby match against Seaton Town 2-1 which keeps them well in the race to go up. Andy Widger and Andrew Dare scored for Colyton.
Senior Four
Senior 1 leaders Witheridge had to wait until the last seven minutes to break Woodbury 1-0. The only goal came from Kyle Hall and Withy manager Mark Vellacott said it was reward for their constant pressure but Woodbury never gave it up.
Clyst Valley led Tedburn St Mary by a goal at the break and then went 3-1 down before recovering to win 4-3. A Toby Tagg hat-trick including a penalty and an own goal won it for Clyst who said referee Cook was outstanding.
Axminster Town won 2-1 at Crescent who led for most of the game from a Jason Malpas goal, and then after conceding twice had a goal disallowed. Terry Emmett and Graham White netted for the tigers.
Bampton won 3-1 against Dunkeswell Rovers to ease their relegation worries. Steve Bedwell, Mike Takle and Alan Rapo scored for the ponies. Dunks manager Rod Hill replied with his first goal of the season.
Topsham Town and Newtown drew 1-1. Danny Pym was the tops scorer with Trent McMullen Thomas equalising for Newtown.
Senior Five
The Phoenix Club closed to within a point of top spot after crushing the Lord's XI 5-1. It was a clinical effort by Phoenix whose goals came from Ashley Bailey 2, their best player Scott Dove, James Fanson and Dean Brown.
Leaders Oakwood suffered a 2-1 reverse against Colaton Raleigh but the visiting side played well and were value for the points. Nick Gumm was the Oakwood scorer.
Thorverton were rocked 3-1 at Ottery St Mary but it was a good match. Barry Wood and two goal Scott Halliday won it for the Otters.
St Martins also won 3-1 at Sidbury whose Mike Pigeon scored their only goal, and another 3-1 victory was earned by Sampford Peverell at Legends with Tim Robinson scoring twice and Steve Hayfield coverting a penalty.
Exmouth Amateurs doubled their victories for the season after their narrow 1-0 win against Kentisbeare.
SENIOR TEAM OF THE DAY - SANDFORD
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16
Devon Senior Cup
The Devon & Exeter League will provide both finalists in the Devon Senior Cup later this season after both Broadclyst Social Club and Willand Rovers came through their respective semi finals. Broadclyst, playing the biggest game in their history, won 2-1 after extra time against Dartmouth Utd, and elated manager Paul Taylor reckoned they were more than worth their success. The South Devon League side did take the lead, but veteran strike Colin Gray equalised to take their semi final at Liverton into another half an hour. With their confidence high Broadclyst went on the attack and it paid off with the winner from Mark McAndrews. Taylor said his team had far more chances throughout and the players really earned their reward.
Willand who won the Senior cup 22 years ago, destroyed Horrabridge of the Plymouth League 4-1 and were always in charge. Willand led 3-1 at the break and added a fourth goal in a second half they controlled with few alarms. Sam Williams with two goals including a 40 yarder, Lee Woodman and Rob Buxton were the Willand scorers. No date has yet been set for the final but Willand and Broadclyst are hoping it could be staged at a local venue such as Cullompton.
Senior One
Newtown took another huge stride towards their dream of premier football for the first time ever when they overcame Senior 1 promotion rivals Seaton Town 1-0. There was very little between the two sides at Colyford Road, but the vital goal from Corey O'Donaghue, after an error by the home defence earned Newtown their victory. Newtown manager Pete Gaywood said his team stuck to their 4_3_3 system to lock Seaton out and it paid off, with O'Donaghue sharp enough to be in the right place when needed.
Leaders Budleigh Salterton had to settle for a 1-1 draw at Alphington where the home team really carried the game to their visitors. Dean Jordan scored the Alphas goal and manager John Gott was delighted with the way his side played. Simon Rose replied for the robins whose lead is down to three points, but they have a match in hand.
East Budleigh's title hopes were hit again by a 1-0 defeat at the University. Tom Dobson was the University scorer, and Budleigh missed a penalty.
Culm Utd won 4-1 at bottom of the table Exmouth Amateurs who are getting isolated and are some eleven points from the safety barrier. Two goal Stuart Shaw, Gary Cross and Glyn Jones were the Culm scorers.
Westexe Rovers came from a goal down to beat Exeter St Thomas 3-1. Phil Tarr, Andy Lane and Neil Stuckey were the Rovers scorers.
Senior Two
The Senior 2 leaders Bow AAC crashed to a second defeat in a row, 1-0 at Upottery, and suddenly the title race is wide open again with Upottery very much in the running. Mark Tucker netted the only goal in a really good contest, and Upottery boss Merv Sawyer could hardly contain his elation.
Halwill are now joint leaders after their 2-0 win at Dawlish Town. Manager Andy Winser who is on a personal crusade to earn promotion, and Ross Slade were the scorers up the junction.
Sidbury Utd were checked by a 3-3 draw at home to struggling Newtown, but the home side did rescue a 3-1 deficit to snatch a point. Jack Gill, Paul Jackson and Luke Jones shared the Newtown goals.
Exeter Civil Service continued their fight to avoid relegation with a 5-2 win against Sidmouth Town. Frank Ndoli and Jason Bastin both scored twice, Brendon Vaughan once. Johnny Beer and Craig Badcock netted for the vikings.
The University beat St Loyes 2-1 with Pete Steadman and Sam Taylor on target, and Sam Flynn played well in defence.
Barnstaple Town beat Lympstone 5-1, Alfie Gomez 2, Nathan Bate, Elliot McDonald and Lee Francis scoring. The Lympets reply came from manager Nick James.
Senior Three
Morchard Bishop have taken over the leadership in Senior 3 after winning 1-0 on the ground of their closest rivals Beacon Knights, but sadly one of the Morchard players Lewis Oxley suffered a broken leg. Liam Scholfield was the Morchard scorer.
Third place Heavitree Social Utd won 7-3 at Pinhoe after being 3-2 down early in the second half, Elliot Wells 2 Dave Melhuish, Adam Cann, Lewis Cann, Ross Carstairs and Mark Carstairs were the scorers. The pins led through Dave Moyes, Tom Murch and Ben Hunt before wilting.
Kentisbeare were glad to get through a difficult game with Winkleigh 1-0, man of the match Ashley Perrott was the goalscorer, but Winkleigh went close when they hit the bar.
Sandford enjoyed a 4-1 derby victory over Lapford 4-1 with Ben Spears, Steve Morrish, an own goal and a Nigel Harris penalty doing the damage.
Tipton St John won 6-0 against the Motel & Offwell with Steve Jess, an Adam Connett hat-trick, Lee Strawbridge, and Adrian Small scoring.
Two late goals sank South Zeal at home to Colyton where they were beaten 3-1. Chris Platts scored twice for Colyton, Harley Cann was the home scorer.
Uplowman and Seaton Town shared a 3-3 draw, Niall Davis, Marcus Wyatt and Gareth Richardson were the Seaton scorers.
Senior Four
Witheridge have taken over top spot in Senior 4 after a crushing 5-0 win at home to Topsham Town. Alex Shepherd netted a hat-trick.
Former leaders Axminster Town suffered a big shock, beaten 2-1 at home by bottom of the table Crediton Utd. Jamie Parsons with a 40 yarder and a solo Simon Rogers goal did the job for Kirton.
Woodbury were within seconds of victory at Chard Town but conceded a late equaliser for a 1-1 draw. Alex Hughes scored for Woodbury and keeper Dave Allen saved two penalties.
Clyst Valley won 4-0 at Bampton but reckoned the scoreline was a little flattering. Toby Tagg 2, Mark Harris and Robbie Miller were the scorers.
Crescent climbed into the top half of the table after they won 4-1 against Westexe Rovers.
Newton St Cyres came from a goal down to beat Tedburn St Mary 3-1. Jean-Paul Schaap, Adam Keeford and Chris McGill were the Newton marksmen.
Dunkeswell Rovers were 5-2 winners at Newtown whose Neil White and Adam Boulter scored consolation goals. Dan Drummond and Dan Snell had braces for the Dunks.
Senior Five
The Senior 5 leaders Oakwood took a big step towards their target of a final top two slot and promotion when they defeated rivals Lord's XI 3-0. Two goal Lee Mellon, 28 for the season, and Nick Gumm were the scorers.
Draw specialists Dawlish Utd were at it again a 1-1 result against Sidbury Utd having led with a Phil Hardee goal. Sidbury equalised in the last two minutes.
Ottery St Mary were frustrated at Legends despite a lot of huffing and puffing and had to settle for a 0-0 draw.
Sampford Peverell took big delight winning their derby match against Kentisbeare 5-2 after being a goal down. Luke Hayfield scored four goals and made the fifth for Tim Robinson.
Thorverton routed Exmouth Amateurs 9-0, while St Martins are into the top six after beating Colaton Raleigh 3-1.
SENIOR TEAM OF THE DAY - CREDITON RESERVES
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9
Senior One
There were mixed fortunes for the two Devon Senior cup hopefuls Broadclyst Social Club and Willand Rovers in their preparations for next saturdays huge county cup semi finals. Broadclyst who are due to play Dartmouth Utd at Liverton this saturday for a place in the final, won their warm up game against Elmore 4-2, and manager Paul Taylor thinks his team are just in the right frame of mind. Two Colin Gray goals set Broadclyst on the way, and although Elmore managed to get back to 2-1 the home side then stepped up a gear. Lee Williams and Jimmy Frost added further goals. Kharl Kirby and Matt Leach were the eagles marksmen.
Willand who are playing their semi final against Horrabridge at Tedburn St Mary, stumbled to a shock 1-0 defeat at home to near neighbours Culm Utd. The only goal came from Paul Orchard, but given recent results it was an upset and a blow to Willand's promotion hopes. Rovers manager Brett Andrews was disappointed but hopes it may be a bad performance out of the way.
Otterton completed the double against neighbours East Budleigh winning 4-3, having won 6-2 a week ago, and that was enough for losing manager John Pannell to stand down. It was the manner of defeat and other factors including a late disallowed equaliser which influenced Pannell's decision, and he is adamant he is finished with football altogether. Simon Tuley with a hat-trick did most of the damage for Otterton, while two goal Dave Cockayne and Spencer West were the Budleigh scorers.
Second from top Newtown won 5-1 at home to Exmouth Amateurs but they still trail leaders Budleigh Salterton by five points. Corey O'Donaghue with a hat-trick, Ben Howard and Simon Piper with a quality finish saw off the basement team who in turn did work hard and never gave up.
Alphington came from behind to beat the University 2-1. The Alphas trailed into the second half before Dean Jordan equalised with a penalty, and then fifteen minutes from time Mark Brown headed the winner.
Seaton Town revived their promotion challenge with a 3-1 win at home to Exeter St Thomas. Jamie Poynton, Marcus Furneaux-Harris and Ben Ede shared the Seaton goals.
Senior Two
Second from top Halwill blew away Senior 2 leaders Bow AAC's unbeaten record winning 3-1 and the West Devon side raced out of the blocks to achieve their prize. Two goal Andy Winser and Andy Wonnacott built a 3-0 interval lead, and although Bow reduced the deficit with a Gavin Coles penalty, they could not recover the lost ground. Bow still hold a three point cushion on their rivals and they have two matches in hand.
Sidbury Utd are up to third place after crushing St Loyes 6-0. Goals from Matt Rasmussen, Pete Grover, Kieran Small, Russell Coombes, Dan Churchill, and Steve Popham did the business for a rampant Sidbury.
A dejected Honiton Town lost 2-1 to the University which was a blow to their promotion bid, Shaun Lapping was the Honiton scorer.
Upottery were checked by a 2-2 draw at North Tawton whose Steve Ward scored both goals including a superb second equaliser with a volley. Jake Phillips and Andy Lord scored for Upottery.
Exeter Civil Service continued their recent good form winning 4-2 against Barnstaple Town and having let the North Devon side take the lead. Jason Bastin with a penalty, Jason Adam-Ryan, Danny Belsten and Martin Swannell then scored for Civil.
Dawlish Town beat Newtown 3-2 with James Spence, Ben Smith and Joe Crooks on target. Jack Gill and Ashley Landers with a penalty replied for the Grace road side.
Lympstone recovered from going two down at Sidmouth Town to win 3-2. James Beverly, Liam Ellis and Jamie Alford were the Lympet scorers, but bottom of the table Sidmouth felt they were worth at least a draw, Simon Hudson and Craig Badcock netted for the vikings.
Senior Three
Senior 3 leaders Beacon Knights were held 2-2 by Winkleigh and it needed a couple of goals from central defender Adrian Cole from corner kicks to salvage a point. The Knights admit they did not play well and the feeling was they had on eye on next weeks big game against rivals Morchard Bishop.
Morchard won 3-1 against Pinhoe but had to work hard for the points.
Heavitree Social Utd beat South Zeal 3-0 but did not really get into top gear. Callum Roberts scored twice in the second half after Danny Melhuish netted the opener in the first.
Kentisbeare were 2-1 winners at Lapford but also made hard work of things. All the goals came in the first half, Tom Beddows and Ashley Perrott for the visitors and Ed Quick for the home side.
Uplowman Athletic also won 2-1 at the Motel & Offwell whose Karl Allen scored their only goal.
Senior Four
Axminster Town soared into top spot in Senior 4 after their 3-2 win at Westexe Rovers. Adam Downes had all three goals for the tigers.
Woodbury dropped to third after a 0-0 draw at Bampton who felt they ought to have won it on chances. The ponies said that despite the lack of goals it was a good game but they are the draw specialists in this division.
Witheridge eased into second placer after winning 4-2 at Tedburn St Mary. Kyle Hall, Alex Shepherd, Steve Roach and Matthew Snell were the Withy marksmen, but sadly the Tedburn St Mary keeper suffered a broken leg.
Clyst Valley felt they upped their game from the previous week but still had to settle for a 1-1 draw with bottom of the table Crediton Utd. Robbie Miller was the Valley scorer.
Newton St Cyres also drew 1-1 against Chard Town but they left it late, Matthew Wreford equalising with an 80th minute penalty after the Cyres had conceded in the first five minutes. Cyres also missed a two yarder but thought a draw was the right result.
Topsham Town drew 3-3 with Dunkeswell Rovers with Lewis Heaver scoring twice. Gary Simpson was the other scorer. Richard Berry, Darren Snell and Phil Patterson were the Dunks scorers.
Senior Five
The Phoenix Club are now the only unbeaten side in the entire league, and the Senior 5 title favourites maintained that record with a 4-2 victory against Sidbury Utd. Dean Brown with two goals, Ashley Bailey and man of the match Ryan Smith were the Phoenix scorers. Mark Hadley and Carl Baldwin replied for Sidbury.
Leaders Oakwood won 6-2 against Exmouth Amateurs but the visitors were well in the game until a penalty which made it 3-1 undid their resistance. Lee Mellon and Nick Gumm both scored twice for Oakwood with Lloyd Coleman and Lee Fryatt completing the job.
The Lord's XI won their big match at Thorverton 2-0 and felt they had to win it as they have a tough few weeks ahead. Chris Chaming in the first minute and Julian Wills in the second half scored the goals.
Colaton Raleigh and Dawlish Utd drew an entertaining game 3-3 but home keeper Will Foster ruined his debut when he was sent off. Ollie Padgett, Steve Howe and Tom Rapps with a penalty scored for Colaton and Dawlish also had a player sent off.
Kentisbeare lost 4-3 at home to Broadclyst Social Club after going three down at the break. Steve Alford 2 and Chris Beddows scored for Kentisbeare.
Adam Price scored both goals for St Martins in their 2-1 win at Legends.
TEAM OF THE DAY - HALWILL
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2
Senior One
Otterton threw down the gauntlett to their Senior 1 promotion seeking rivals with a stunning 6-2 victory against neighbours East Budleigh, and that puts them very much in the spotlight for possible promotion to Premier. Double strikes from Simon Tuley and Kevin Pitt shattered the visitors, and the Otters felt it was their best display of the season by a mile. Ross Lawson and an own goal completed their win. Martin Williams and Dink Thomas replied for East Budleigh who had only conceded 14 goals in their previous dozen league outings.
Leaders Budleigh Salterton won 4-1 against Seaton Town and after a fairly even first half gradually took over despite playing nearly half the match with ten men, Scott Howarth getting sent off within a couple of minutes of the second half. A superb Andy Bennett header gave the robins a half-time lead, but then a man short they added another three goals through Simon Rose 2 and Richard Higham, with Seaton getting a late consolation from Ollie Morgan.
Newtown thrashed a disappointing Culm Utd 6-0 with five goals coming in a brilliant first half. Richard Denton netted twice and the remainder came from Steve Kerswell, John Williams, Chris Phillips and an own goal. Defeat ends Culm's interest in promotion, but for the Grace road side that option is now a real goal.
Willand Rovers enjoyed a 3-0 win against Exmouth Amateurs but the improving bottom side played well. Lee Woodman, Sam Williams and James Howe were the Willand marksmen.
Broadclyst Social Club won 3-1 at the University and the highlight were the goals they scored. Manager Paul Taylor said all three goals were superb, two from Jimmy Frost and one from Lee Williams.
The derby clash in Tiverton between Elmore and Westexe Rovers finished 2-2 and it was a spicy affair with the referee awarding three penalties. For the eagles it was a really good point as they could have been out of the game in the first twenty minutes. Matthew Leach gave Elmore the lead, but they needed a superb Steve Rowlands goal to snatch the draw. Jason Manley and Neil Stuckey penalties did the same job for Rovers.
Alphington beat Exeter St Thomas 2-0 to ease their relegation worries, Dean Jordan with a penalty and Jason Warren on target.
Senior Two
Hot shot Gavin Coles slammed six goals for Senior 2 leaders Bow AAC as they battered Dawlish Town 8-1. Mark Searle and Tim Andrews also scored and Dawlish snatched their only goal right at the end. Victory opened a six point cushion for the mid Devon side.
Second place Halwill were turned over 3-2 at Upottery after being two goals ahead, a reversal of their fortunes from a week ago when they did the same to Honiton. Andy Wonnacott and Thomas Ogbourne fired Halwill in front, but two goal Jake Phillips and Andy Isaac won it for Upottery whose keeper Adrian Coombe made two stunning saves at the end.
Honiton Town also won 3-2 at Barnstaple Town after going two goals down in just 20 minutes. Barum scored through Kirk Bayliss and a Keith Shapland penalty, but Honiton scored twice through Dan Taylor to equalise by the break and Gareth Mitchell then grabbed the winner. Honiton keeper Matt Slark made two brilliant late saves.
Sidbury Utd had to settle for a 3-3 draw against Exeter Civil Service having trailed 3-1 at the break. Frankie Ndoli, Jason Bastin and James Pointing scored for Civil, with Matt Rasmussen, Dan Norman and Kevin Dorman rescuing the visitors.
North Tawton were three down at the break against Newtown but then turned the match on its head and won 5-3. Ashley Landers, Jack Gill and Paul Jackson were the Newtown scorers.
Lympstone shocked St Loyes 5-0 with Mike Foster scoring twice. Josh Sale, James Beverly and Richie Stevens completing the win.
The University won 3-2 against bottom of the table Sidmouth Town despite going a goal down. Dan Broom and an own goal made up the vikings tally.
Senior Three
Having lost their unbeaten Senior 3 record last week, second from top Morchard Bishop seemed to be stuck in second gear as they struggled to beat rock bottom Motel & Offwell 4-3. The mid Devon side scrambled over the line eventually, but it was credit to the Rangers for putting up brilliant resistance and their manager Nick Ogden felt they could have won it. Chris Andrews 2, Darren Searle and Neil Vogwill scored for Morchard. James Dingle 2 and Paul Dudley replied for the Motel.
Heavitree Social Utd stepped up their promotion challenge with a 4-0 win at Tipton St John. Elliot Wells 2, Dan Melhuish and Richard Phillips scored for the Heavies.
Uplowman Athletic and Sandford shared a 3-3 draw, but the home side having taken the lead had to battle back from a 3-1 deficit. Mark Williams, Richard Baker and Shaun Legg were the Uplowman scorers.
Three matches were postponed in this division including the game at Seaton against visiting Kentisbeare as the home side were unable to get the pitch marked properly.
Senior Four
Title favourites Witheridge beat Senior 4 leaders Woodbury 5-3 but almost did their best to give it away. From being four goals up at the break, Withy added a fifth and then let Woodbury close the gap after going to sleep. Alex Shepherd with a hat-trick, Kyle Hall and Phil Dart netted for Witheridge.
Second place Clyst Valley were stunned by a 5-2 defeat at Crescent who were ahead within a minute and never looked back. Jason Malpas with two goals, Adam Slater, Jason Hopton and Steve McCaffery were the Crescent scorers. Will Bardot and Robbie Miller scored for Clyst.
Westexe Rovers won ther derby match against Bampton 2-1 with their winner coming two minutes from time. Shane Mears and Lee McArdle scored for Westexe who were delighted with a rare win against the ponies.
Newton St Cyres beat Newtown 3-1, the visitors only goal coming from Richard Denning.
Topsham Town were disappointed by a 2-0 home defeat against Chard Town, but Crediton Utd failed to show for their game at Dunkeswell Rovers. A mix up in communications may have been the reason, and it remains to be seen whether Crediton will get the chance to replay the game or whether it will be awarded to the Dunks who were left to play a training session on their own.
Senior Five
The Phoenix Club won the top Senior 5 match against leaders Oakwood 3-2 after coming from 2-1 down. It was a ding dong battle between the two rival city sides, but the Oaks having recovered from a goal down to lead 2-1 were unable to hold on. Ashley Bailey scored twice for Phoenix including the winner with Scott Dove also scoring. James Fanson was the pick for the Wonford side.
Ottery St Mary enjoyed their eighth successive match unbeaten with a startling 5-2 win at second from top Lord's XI. Scott Halliday opened their account and after two more goals from Barry Potter the Otters never looked back. Mahmut Olmez and Felix Groenemeyer added further goals. Chris Chamings and a superb headed own goal by Sean Durkin the only Ottery player yet to score this season, were the two Lord's replies.
Dawlish Utd won a entertaining match against Thorverton 6-3 after being 4-0 up in 20 mins and 5-1 ahead at the break. Ollie Bycroft with a hat-trick, two goal Micheal Smith and Chris Hardee shared the Dawlish account. Ricky Coombes, Adrian Andrews and Liam Vanstone were the thors marksmen.
Kentisbeare plunged another hole into Colaton Raleighs promotion hopes winning 3-2. Kents were three up through Steve Alford, Christopher Roper and Richard Cox but Colaton made a brave bid to retrieve the game with two late goals.
Sidbury beat Sampford Peverell 2-0 with Mark Hadley getting both goals, and a hat-trick by Shane Cox earned St Martins a 3-2 win against Legends.
TEAM OF THE DAY - OTTERTON |
INTERMEDIATE DIVISIONS REPORTS FOR FEBRUARY 2008 |
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23
Intermediate One
The Countess Wear Dynamoes are closing in on the Intermediate 1 title after brushing aside their nearest rivals Bickleigh 4-0. John Greenslade and Adrian Letheren both scored twice for the Dynamoes who reckoned they were out of the traps too quickly for their visitors.
Okehampton Argyle are now the main rivals for honours after their 6-0 rout of Alphington. Adam Mortimer with a hat-trick, James Callaghan 2 and Tom Williams were the Okey scorers.
Axmouth Utd are also back in the hunt after their 7-0 win against Culmstock. Christian Burridge led the scoring with a hat-trick.
Cullompton Rangers had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Dawlish Town whose Ryan Gray scored their only goal from the penalty spot.
The UAU Exeter won an untidy match at Culm Utd 6-4. The first six goals came in the first thirty minutes. Phil Dunbar, Ben Sharland, Jamie Clapp and James Taylor with a penalty scored for Culm.
Feniton were two down at Exmouth Town in the first 4 minutes and went on to lose 5-0.
Two free kicks gave Heavitree Harriers a 2-0 win at Newton Town, but in keeping the scoreline down the Newton Abbot side climb off the basement rung.
Intermediate Two
There was big delight for North Tawton after they won their first Inter 2 match of the season 4-1 at Exmouth Amateurs. Carl French, Mike Drake, Bobby Hunt and Matt Wagner were the Tawton scorers and their task was made easier when Amatuers had a player sent off.
Leaders Hemyock won 3-1 at home to Cheriton Fitzpaine despite having six regulars away. Keith Bright, James Aldridge and Adam Welsh scored for Hemyock.
Uplowman Athletic were a goal behind against Oak FC but recovered to win 5-1. Ben Hellier, Steve Pike, Ross Waring, Micheal Cook and Brett Ainsley shared the Uplowman goals.
Awliscombe Utd were held 3-3 by a battling Lympstone whose goals came from Jeff Dorman, and Mark Dobriejivic 2. Sam Tennant scored a first half hat-trick for the Awls.
It also finished 3-3 between AFC Sidford and Axminster Town and although the tigers had a man sent off they said the referee had a brilliant game. Lee Beer making his debut for Axminster was credited with the equalising goal after his team trailed 3-1 with just five mins to go.
Beer Albion were made to wait a long time before claiming a 2-0 win at Rockbeare Rangers. Luke Bartlett and Justin Adkin made the breakthrough in the last ten minutes.
Hatherleigh Town won their derby at Northlew 4-3. Nick Smith with two goals and Matt Adams with a penalty were the Northlew scorers.
Intermediate Three
Second from top Langdon fielding a team with over half the side in their 40's, beat Inter 3 leaders Heavitree Social Utd 1-0. However the only goal came from younger striker Craig Farley, and Langdon are still unbeaten this year.
Priory routed Sporting Club Newton Abbot 11-1 with Scott Laskey getting substituted after he had scored six goals and taking his tally to 50 for the season. Matt Brewer 2, two own goals and Jason Spinks completed the cricket score for Priory.
Newton St Cyres won 2-0 at Crediton Youth. Matt Burridge and Cyres manager James Cook scored in a game very well refereed.
East Budleigh won 2-1 at Tedburn St Mary with Matt Chown and Kevin Hawthorn the Budleigh scorers.
The Met Office lifted their game to draw 1-1 with high flyers Bow AAC. Gary Ofield was the weathermen scorer with Mark Frost on target for Bow.
Intermediate Four
Beacon Knights boosted their promotion hopes in Inter 4 with a 7-2 win against the Motel & Offwell. Mark Langdon and Ryan Crocker both scored twice, Billy Rouse, Ashley Kingdon and Dave Roberts were the Knights scorers.
Leaders Okehampton beat closest rivals Bampton 2-0, but third place Amory Argyle were without a match as visitors Seaton Town were unable to raise a side for their tip to Tiverton.
Bradninch won a close call again st Sandford 3-2. Zack Skinner, Callum Boyce and an own goal did the job for Bradninch.
17 year olds Finn Graham and Tom Pilbro both scored twice for Langdon in their 5-2 win at home to Feniton. Jordan Whittaker also 17 scored too.
INTERMEDIATE TEAM OF THE DAY - NORTH TAWTON
SATURDAY FEBRAURY 16
Intermediate One
After an excellent run of results, second from top Bickleigh came down to earth in Inter 1, beaten 3-0 at home by Cullompton Rangers who have soared into the top four. Bickleigh manager Roger Bridgeman rated his team's effort as diabolical.
Leaders Countess Wear Dynamoes march on after a 4-0 victory against Culmstock. Two goal Adrian Letheren, Aaron Libretto with a penalty and Sam Connell scored.
Okehampton moved into the top three after their 4-0 win at home to Feniton whose promotion hopes are fading. The Okes are at Crediton tonight (tuesday 7pm) in the area final of the Devon Intermediate cup which also doubles up as the final of the Stan Wilson trophy.
Culm Utd shared a creditable 2-2 draw against Axmouth Utd with James Taylor getting both home goals including a penalty.
Dawlish Town won 4-1 at the UAU Exeter with Josh Ferry Woodard scoring twice. Andy Mogg and Tom Ormandy also scored for Dawlish.
Heavitree Harriers won 2-0 at Alphington who had a man sent off, and Exmouth Town claimed three welcome points after a 4-0 win at Newton Town.
Intermediate Two
Intermediate 2 side Cheriton Fitzpaine warmed up for tonights Intermediate area final against Okehampton with a 2-0 win at North Tawton. Ashley Knight and Jamie Acton who set up the first goal scored for Cheriton.
The league leaders Hemyock were back in business again after a 4-0 win at Hatherleigh Town. All four goals came in the second half through Alex baird 2, Darren Salter and Gary Moore.
Uplowman Athletic drew 2-2 at Lympstone with Paul Forman getting their equaliser ten minutes from time. Ross Waring had the other Uplowman goal.
Beer Albion are into the top three after their 3-0 win at home to AFC Sidford. Chris Bowles, Lee Jennings and Justin Adkin were the fishermen scorers.
Honiton Town also won 3-0 against Rockbeare Rangers, who managed to hold on until the second half. Gary Batten, Paul Blackmore and Sam Farmer were on the mark for Honiton.
Axminster Town won 2-1 against Exmouth Amateurs but had to work harder than they expected. Jose Rodriguez-Pinto and Howard Midworth were the tigers scorers.
Awliscombe Utd were comfortable 4-1 winnners at Oak FC to soar into the top four.
Intermediate Three
The Inter 3 leaders Heavitree Social Utd had to settle for their first draw of the season held 1-1 at Clyst Valley.
Bow AAC closed the gap on Heavitree after their 6-0 crushing of Tedburn St Mary. Simon Wynn and Brian Leach both netted twice, Neil Carpenter and Mark Frost adding to the scoreline.
Langdon in second place won 5-2 at home to Crediton Youth with Craig Farley getting four of the goals, but only after Crediton enjoyed a 2-0 lead. The other Langdon goal was via a Crediton defender.
East Budleigh were held 2-2 by the Met Office whose Paul Hutchings and Mark Tipping were on the map. Kevin Hawthorn and Simon Pearce scored for Budleigh.
Andrew Underhill notched a hat-trick for Newton St Cyres in a 4-2 win against Follygate. Skipper Wayne Down also scored.
Priory were 2-1 winners at Halwill whose Thomas House scored their only goal.
Silverton won 9-0 at Sporting Club Newton Abbot and are now the top goalscorers in this division with 74.
Intermediate Four
Okehampton preserved their grip as Inter 4 leaders with a 5-2 derby victory at Winkleigh, but rivals Bampton kept pace after coming from two goals down to win 4-2 at Seaton Town. Jez Rostrun and Gavin Warren scored for Seaton.
Amory Argyle were 2-0 winners at Feniton but needed a late Russell Worbey goal to close the game down. Lee Butler scored in the first half for Amory.
Beacon Knights beat Awliscombe 4-0 to climb into the top four and widened the gap on Langdon whose promotion hopes took a dive as they were beaten 2-1 at Otterton and had their goalkeeper sent off. Steve Leyman was the Langdon scorer.
Struggling Lapford were beaten 3-1 at home by Bradninch. Garry Jones with two goals and Zack Skinner scored for Bradninch and manager Mike Holland had three goals disallowed before half-time.
Sandford drew 3-3 against the Motel & Offwell after being 3-1 down.
INTERMEDIATE TEAM OF THE DAY - CULLOMPTON THIRDS
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9
Intermediate One
Intermediate 1 leaders Countess Wear Dynamoes drew 3-3 against Culm Utd but had manager Roger Libretto sent off and he was not even playing. Dave Rowe, Jason Sanders and a Chris Stickland own goal scored for the Dynamoes who were 2-0 down, then 3-2 ahead before Jamie Clapp scored Culm's late equaliser.
Bickleigh won 3-0 at Newton Town to close the gap but they made it hard work. Adrian Baker with two goals and Colin Butt scored for Bickleigh.
Okehampton were held to a 0-0 draw at a battling Heavitree Harriers.
Cullompton drew 4-4 with Axmouth Utd in a real ding dong game. Rangers were one up, then 3-1 down, led 4-3 with five minutes to go before Axmouth then rescued the game. Adrian Hurrell, Marcus Rees, John Alford and Rhys Daniels scored for Rangers. Matt Lowe scored twice for Axmouth.
Alphington again eased their relegation worries when they won 4-1 at Dawlish Town. Ian Mitchell was the Dawlish scorer.
Exmouth Towns slump continued with a 4-3 home defeat against the UAU Exeter.
Intermediate Two
Beer Albion sensationally won 1-0 at Inter 2 leaders Hemyock but after scoring the only goal were on the defensive for an hour. The fishermen saw it through with Callum Gribble their matchwinner in the 10th minute.
Uplowman Athletic won 3-0 at home to Hatherleigh Town and are now joint leaders.
Lympstone won 4-0 at AFC Sidford with Andy Lowe, Ben Canning, Dobbie Dobrejivic and an own goal making up their scoresheet.
Chris White with his usual hat-trick featured for Cheriton Fitzpaine in their outstanding 6-0 win at Exmouth Amateurs. Jamie Acton with two goals and younger brother Chris were the other scorers and the cherries also hit the bar three times.
Chris Jones whacked four goals for Awliscombe in their 7-0 win at Rockbeare Rangers. Martin Wilmington scored his first of the season with Dave Trenchard and Pete Nelson also on the mark.
Oak FC won 3-1 at Northlew with manager Ian Moore, Jamie Denham and an own goal earning the points.
Axminster Town beat North Tawton 4-1, Howard Midworth 2, Sam Burke and Matthew Preece scoring.
Intermediate Three
Inter 3 leaders Heavitree Social Utd were hard pressed to beat a good Halwill side 4-3. Goals from Stuart Tomkins, Jon Britton, Callum Hoare and a 35 yarder from Stacey Thorp edged Heavitree home.
Bow AAC won the top match 1-0 against Silverton and leapfrog their promotion rivals for third place.
Clyst Valley drew 2-2 with Langdon after being two goals down at the break. Craig Farley had both Langdon goals.
The Met Office celebrated a 4-0 win against Sporting Club Newton Abbot with Paul Hutchings getting two of their goals. Gary Ofield and Gavin Iley also scored for the weathermen.
Priory won 6-2 against Follygate, Scott Laskey getting four goals and he now has 44 for the season. Ace High had the other two but keeper Lee Hook starred with three brilliant saves.
Intermediate Four
With Inter 4 leaders Okehampton not in action second from top Bampton closed the gap with a 2-0 win at Bradninch. Danny Coles and Steve Ditton scored but both teams played well.
Amory Argyle were held 1-1 by Beacon Knights who rated this their best display this season. Mark Langdon was the Knights scorer.
Finn Graham lashed in a hat-trick for Langdon in their 4-1 win against the Motel & Offwell. Jordan Whittaker was the other scorer.
Awliscombe also won 4-1 against Seaton Town with Vulnett Guri scoring a hat-trick. Matt Button-Stevens was the other scorer but the Awls player is now going off on his travels world wide.
Lapford enjoyed a 2-2 draw against high flying Winkleigh. Ross John and an own goal earned Lapford a point.
Otterton won 4-3 against Sandford whose goals came from Gary Stagg, Wayne Bradnock and Alan Smith.
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2
Intermediate One
Countess Wear Dynamoes showed their determination as Inter 1 league leaders when they came back from two down to beat Alphington 3-2. Goals from Adrian Foggin and Nick Westcott put the Alphas in the driving seat, but Richard Gilberts with two goals and David Rowe turned the match on its head for the relieved Dynamoes.
Bickleigh kept the pressure on with a 6-1 win against challengers Feniton who were actually in front through Ian Creek. After that it was all Bickleigh with Jerry Smith getting a hat-trick and singles coming from Dave Triggs, Adrian Baker and Jamie O'Loughlin.
Axmouth Utd and Okehampton have not drawn a game between them this season until they shared a goalless affair. It was a cracking game with Axmouth keeper Matt Yea having a very good match.
Cullompton won their derby match at Culm Utd 4-2, Anthony Rowlands scoring both goals for the Magelake side.
Heavitree Harriers won 5-1 at the UAU Exeter with Leon Holder, Ross Matthews, Andrew Porter, Tim Cordrelier and Scott Mapp getting singles for the Exmouth side.
Dawlish Town won 2-1 at Exmouth Town with Chris Sargent and Matt Riches scoring.
Intermediate Two
A delighted Honiton Town produced the major upset with a 1-0 win against Inter 2 leaders Hemyock, and the top side rarely threatened a Honiton team which was outstanding. The only goal in the 75th minute came from Tom Chown.
Uplowman Athletic closed the gap when they won 4-1 at North Tawton. Ben Hellier 2, Mark Cudmore and Mark Cornish were the scorers.
Dean Willis scored a hat-trick for the Oak FC as they went goal mad at home to Rockbeare Rangers where they won 8-1. The other goals came from Wayne Evens, Craig Weeks, Mike Moors, Doug Scott, and Jamie Denham.
Lympstone had a setback when they lost 5-3 at home to Axminster Town. Andy Lowe with two goals and Jeff Dorman scored for the Lympets.
Beer Albion missed a last minute penalty against visiting Northlew and the match ended 2-2.
Christian Jones scored both goals for Awliscombe Utd in their 2-0 win against AFC Sidford who had a man sent off.
Intermediate Three
League leaders Heavitree Social Utd retained their four points cushion in Inter 3 after winning impressively 6-0 at Newton St Cyres. Jack Seatherton scored his first goal of a first half hat-trick in just ten seconds, then Paul Furzer and penalties from Scott Jones and 16 year old Dan Gill completed the chart.
Langdon beat the Met Office 3-1 to stay second, Paul Astridge was the weathermen scorer with a penalty.
Silverton beat Tedburn St Mary 5-1 with Parry John Jarman getting another two goals. James Farrah, John Ford and Mark Jones were the other scorers.
Colyton lost 10-0 to Priory in their first meeting but with home advantage managed a creditable 2-2 draw. Chris Platts and Nick Taylor were the Colyton scorers.
East Budleigh and Clyst Valley drew 0-0 but the match was almost called off because the home team had to repair their changing room boiler to provide hot water as per rule.
Intermediate Four
Amory Argyle shared a 4-4 draw at Sandford to keep their promotion hopes alive from Intermediate 4. Amory were 3-1 up but Sandford hit back well. Marlon Holly and Rob Hannah both scored twice for Amory.
Leaders Okehampton were made to work hard for their 2-0 win at Lapford where the referee had an excellent game. Both goals came from corner kicks.
Second place Bampton won 5-3 against Feniton whose goals were scored by Gary Groves, Lee ralls and Rodriguez Catarino.
Beacon Knights beat Langdon 5-2 with the aptly named Mark Langdon getting two goals for the Knights. Dan Powell, Mark Flay and Rob Tremewan were the other Beacon scorers.
Otterton won 2-0 at the Motel & Offwell with Mark Tett getting one of the goals. |
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