SEASON 3 06/07
18 Jul 2008

SEASON REVIEW 06/07
SEASON 3

So another season is over and we have reached our presentation night again, this is my view of the season.

2nd September
DTFC 1- 7 ECKINGTON B

The season started with a home game against Eckington B, Nikkie made her debut for Town. This was to be a tougher start than we originally thought, although the girls fought hard Eckington were too fast and too strong, Charlotte scored our first goal of the season and Lauren won the lady of the match award.
TEAM- Megan, Natalie, Chloe, Charlotte, Lauren, Hilary, Jessica, Stacy, Rebecca, Charlie, Lucie, Nikkie.

16th
DTFC 3-2 BARUGH

Our next fixture was at home to Barugh and our first 3 points of the season, Charlotte scored a hat trick with Chloe having a fine game in midfield. Hilary secured the lady of the match award, this was a battling performance against a strong team. The only downside to the day was the injury to Natalie who played most of the game with what turned out to be an ankle ligament injury.
TEAM- Megan, Natalie, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Charlie, Jessica, Rebecca, Chloe, Nikkie, Charlotte.

23rd
EDLINGTON 2-0 DTFC

A week later we travelled to Edlington with only nine players, the girls gave one of their best performances of the season, town not only held Edlington they could have won this game with more luck. Lucie gave everything on her own up front, Stacy won the lady of the match award with a fine performance in midfield along side Jessica who is fast becoming an influential part of the team.
TEAM-Megan, Chloe, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Stacy, Jessica, Charlotte, Lucie.

30th
DTFC 0 – 10 STOCKSBRIDGE

The visitors to Gosforth fields this week were Stocksbridge and this was to be our heaviest defeat of the season.
Town were on the back foot from the first whistle against the eventual winners of the league, Stocksbridge moved the ball with pace. Jessica had a fine game in midfield the lady of the match award went to Hilary.
TEAM-Megan, Rebecca, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Stacy, Charlotte, Lucie, Nikkie.

14Th October

DTFC5-1 ECKINGTON A

For our next home game Eckington A where the visitors, Megan started the game as centre forward and opened the scoring on 7 minutes, Nikkie scored on the stroke of half time this was Nikkie’s first goal for the team.
Charlotte started the second half as centre forward and scored on 49 minutes.
Lucie opened her account for the season on 69 minutes and the win was wrapped up by Charlie who scored her first ever goal for the team with a curling shot from the left corner of the area UNSTOPPABLE!!
This was a good all-round performance by the team Rebecca had a strong performance at right back but Lauren won the lady of the match award with yet another fine defensive display in a three woman defence.
TEAM-Megan, Rebecca, Francesca, Lauren, Chloe, Charlie, Jessica, Stacy, Nikkie, Charlotte, Lucie.

21st

DTFC 3- 1 ASTON

Yet another home game this week Aston visited Dronfield, Charlotte played the whole game in goals.
Megan opened the scoring on 5 minutes, Francesca had a great game at left back, Charlie scored her second of the season on 65 minutes and straight from the kick off Megan wrapped up a fine performance with the third, Chloe had another fine game on the right side of midfield this performance won her lady of the match award.
TEAM- Charlotte, Rebecca, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Stacy, Megan, Nikkie, Lucie.

4th November

DTFC 0-5 BARNSLEY

Yet another home game this week Barnsley were the visitors and they soon showed us why they were second in the table, Natalie made her comeback from injury as a substitute.
Barnsley won 5-0, town battled bravely against a good team.
Stacy won the lady of the match award for a battling performance in midfield, this was also Megan’s last appearance and we wish her well at the Chesterfield academy.
TEAM-Charlotte, Rebecca, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Stacy, Nikkie, Lucie, Natalie, Megan.

11th

DTFC 0-2 BRUNSMEER

Yet another home game this time Brunsmeer were the visitors on a very windy morning. Town kicked off with the wind but failed to capitalise on the wind advantage. In the second half Brunsmeer took full advantage of the conditions, running out 2-0 winners. Hilary Rees having an outstanding game at sweeper to win the lady of the match award.
TEAM-Charlotte, Natalie, Francesca, Hilary, Lauren, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Stacy, Nikkie, Lucie, Rebecca.

18th

Eckington B 4-1 DTFC

Our next fixture was away to Eckington B, this was a game of two halves as they say in football. Hilary started in goals and all was well for twenty minutes then Eckington took advantage of a couple of mistakes and Town were 4-0 down at the break. Lauren went in goal for the second half and town came out and dominated Eckington. Charlotte scored on 60 minutes and did a man-man marking job to keep Eckingtons midfield quiet. With a bit more luck Town could of scored more. Lauren made a fine start to her goalkeeping career. Town won the second half 1-0 and fully deserved the praise from all that attended the game. The lady of the match went to Charlotte for a fantastic performance scoring and shutting down Eckingtons most influential player. Amy wood made her debut for the team.
TEAM- Hilary, Natalie, Francesca, Charlie, Lauren, Chloe, Charlotte, Jessica, Stacy, Nikkie, Lucie, Rebecca, Amy.

25th

Barugh 1-1 DTFC

The following week we were on our travels to Barugh, Lauren made her full debut in goals. Town went one down on a wet pitch. Charlotte got an equaliser on 32 minutes and town battled for a hard earned point. Chloe had another fine performance in midfield, Rebecca worked hard at left back and Amy battled well up front. Chloe won the lady of the match award.
Team- Lauren, ,Natalie, Francesca, Hilary, Rebecca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Nikkie, Charlotte, Lucie and Amy.

2nd December

DTFC 0-6 EDLINGTON

At home again against Edlington and town started slowly letting the visitors get the upper hand early. Francesca, Chloe and Natalie battled well for town. Francesca won the lady of the match award.
Team – Lauren, Natalie, Charlie, Hilary, Francesca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlotte, Stacy, Amy, Lucie, Rebecca, Nikkie.

9th
CUP
DTFC 4-0 ECKINGTON A

Our next game was in the cup and for the second season running Eckington were our opponents.
The girls made a good start and Amy scored her first goal on 7 minutes and town were in control, Charlie commanded the midfield, but town had to wait until the second half to make there superiority count, Amy got her second on 54 mins, then Charlotte made it safe with a well taken goal on 60 minutes.
Rebecca worked tirelessly in midfield before Nikkie sealed the win on 70 mins.
Rebecca won the lady of the match award.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Francesca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Rebecca, Amy, Nikkie.

16th
STOCKSBRIDGE 7-1 DTFC

Our next fixture against Stocksbridge was switched to Dronfield and town got of to a good start with Nikkie out running the defence to score our only goal on 6 minutes, town stayed on top until late in the half then Stocksbridge had good spell scorin 3 goals in quick succession.
In the second half town made Stocksbridge fight till the end for there win, Natalie and Charlotte had fine games in defence.
Nikkie took the lady of the match award.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Francesca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Rebecca, Amy, Nikkie, Lucie.

6th January
ECKINGTON A 1-3 DTFC

After the Christmas break Eckington switched the game to Gosforth fields and made Dronfield fight for there win.
The first half was fairly even with Chloe again causing problems down the right hand side of midfield, at half time with the scores level town reorganised and ten minutes into the second half Hilary broke from defence to run through and score a wonderful individual goal, this was quickly followed by Amy netting the second on 56 minutes, Chloe sealed the win with her first goal of the season on 79 minutes, Amy won the lady of the match award.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Rebecca, Chloe, Jessica, Stacy, Nikkie, Amy, Lucie, Francesca.

20TH
CUP
BRUNSMEER 1-1DTFC (2-1 A E T)

Our next fixture was a cup quarter final against Brunsmeer again a repeat of last seasons draw this time we travelled to Dore for our first ever visit to Brunsmeer.
With only 9 players town again got of to a good start with Lucie scoring on 7 minutes.
Town then had to battle hard and Lauren made some fine saves. Natalie was determined not to be beaten and Charlotte was as strong as ever, Hilary swept up at the back and with Rebecca at left back the defence looked solid.
Amy battled in midfield, Charlie covered all the pitch and Nikkie supported Lucie from midfield, Lucie never gave their defenders any rest.
This was an outstanding performance by the team, it took Brunsmeer 70 minutes to break down the resilience of the girls.
So into extra time we went and again the 9 girls from Dronfield out played there opponents only to beaten by a late goal just as penalty’s looked the only way to separate the teams.
Lauren won the lady of the match award with yet another fine display in goals.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Rebecca, Amy, Charlie, Nikkie, Lucie.

27th
BARNSLEY 4-0 DTFC

A week later Barnsley again visited Dronfield, and town battled against a good Barnsley side, only to lose 4-0, Chloe again caused problems down the right side of midfield.
Natalie gave the team another strong performance at right back, Charlie never stopped in midfield.
The lady of the match went to Natalie and Charlie for their strong performances.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Rebecca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Francesca, Lucie, Nikkie.

3RD FEBUARY
BRUNSMEER 2-0 DTFC

Away at Brunsmeer this time we had twelve, but we could not match the performance of our game, even though the team battled well but they could not break down a resilient Brunsmeer side.
Charlotte had yet another fine game at centre back along with Jessica who worked hard in midfield closing down and together they won the lady of the match award.
TEAM- Lauren, Natalie, Charlotte, Hilary, Rebecca, Chloe, Jessica, Charlie, Francesca, Amy, Nikkie, Stacy.

17th
ASTON 1-1 DTFC

Our final league game of the season and we travelled to Aston with only ten players.
Francesca started in midfield and scored her first goal for town on 8 minutes.
The girls again battled hard Charlotte was yet again outstanding in defence, Chloe had another fine game in midfield, Jessica never stopped running in midfield and Lucie had her best ever game for town and deserved the lady of the match award along with Jessica and Chloe.
TEAM-Lauren, Charlotte, Hilary, Rebecca, Chloe, Charlie, Jessica, Amy, Francesca, Lucie.

This season has seen the girls play some good attacking football, for which they have not got there rewards.
The team have won more points from less games this season so in my opinion the team have progressed and will continue to improve over the summer and into next season.

HOLLAND HERE WE COME !!

SEASON 2 05/06
27 Jan 2009

MY VIEW
SEASON 2 (05/06)

DRONFIELD TOWN GIRLS FC (U 14’S)

Well here we are at the end of our second season, this has been a season of learning for all of us, new players and a new game
(11 a side).

I hope all the new members of the Dronfield Town family have enjoyed their first season.

The first game of the season, Aston visited Gosforth and everything goes according to plan, Hilary scores two goals and Town get off to a well deserved 2-1 win. Emily gets the lady of the match award for a fine display of goalkeeping.
Amy, Lauren, Jessica, Rebecca and Megan N all make there debuts for Dronfield Town.
Next up we travelled to Sheffield Rangers and with hindsight we should not have played the game.
Town lost 3-1, the lady of the match again went to Emily for another fine display of goalkeeping which included a penalty save, Megan Nelson scored her first goal for Town.

Back at Gosforth Tansley were the visitors, Dronfield went 2-0 down and were denied a clear penalty in the first half. Natalie played a strong role at right back in a solid performance by all the defence.
Town went out for the second half with a new resolve,
despite conceding a third goal Town played with a new purpose and pulled back two goals from Megan Nelson and Hilary Rees, but were unlucky not to get a third at the end when the ref blew as Megan was about to shoot.
The lady of the match award went to Lauren Broadhead for an outstanding defensive performance.

At home again this time the visitors were Thorncliffe who were just to quick and strong for us, 2-0 down at half time Town had to thank Emily for keeping us in the game.
Town pushed forward in the second half and Thorncliffe
punished us by scoring three more this was not to be our day, Emily had another fine game to win the lady of the match award.

Next up we faced Edlington at home, this was Chloe’s first game of the season. Town got off to a flyer forcing an own goal very early in the game. Rebecca playing at right back had a good half. The half time score was 1-1.
Despite playing some of our best football of the season so far, Edlington had one player who netted four in the second half and the score did not reflect how close the game really was, Hilary won the lady of the match award for an excellent performance showing vision and skill as well has her customary work rate.

Our next fixture was away at Aston with only ten players, the girls were a credit to themselves, Dronfield Town and their parents. This was a game where all the team worked hard and did not deserve the cruel twist of a disputed goal, Megan(h) had a fine game in midfield. The final score was 2-0 but again we were the better side. Megan(n) won the lady of the match playing her first game in goals for Town.

At home to Eckington the girls found their scoring boots, but it took 27 minutes to break the deadlock when Lucie netted her first of the season, she obviously enjoyed the moment because within a minute she had scored her second.
The second half started with a flourish, Hilary netting almost straight away followed by goals from Charlotte 3, Lucie 2 more and Hilary getting her second, 9-0 did not flatter us, the score was a true reflection of our supremacy. Jessica and Stacy had fine games in midfield. Lucie took the lady of the match award for a fine hat trick and her overall work rate in the game.

Next was our first cup game of the season away at Eckington, on a difficult pitch Town got the perfect start Charlotte scored in two minutes, Natalie and Rebecca had fine games playing in defence. Hilary netted two more and the game was won.
The second half was played in the Eckington half but Town could not increase their lead. Emily picked up the lady of the match for her tireless performance. Town won 3-0 and the cup run had started.

After a long Christmas break our next fixture was away at Tansley. On a cold morning the girls put on a brave performance on a very big pitch, pushing Tansley all the away.
Unfortunately we conceded an own goal when we were very much on top. Charlotte playing in midfield gave her all in a tight game. Emily scored a brilliant goal to bring town back into the game.
Tansley scored twice in the second half as Town tired after such a long lay off and on a much bigger pitch than we have ever played on before, all took its toll on the girls. This game was Francesca’s debut and against such strong opposition settled in well, Lauren won the L O M award for her now customary strong defensive performance.

The following week Aston paid their second visit to Gosforth and the girls were determined to reverse the score from the last meeting. Town started slowly and conceded two goals in the first half.
We came out for the second half more determined and put on a stronger performance Chloe ,Stacy and Jessica all put in a lot of hard work in midfield, but the hill was to difficult to climb and Aston ran out 2-0 winners, Hilary won the
lady of the match with another strong performance.

Away at Sheffield Rangers we were raring to go. Town were playing well with Natalie starring in defence. Rangers got two lucky goals, one a deflection the other was a clear push on Charlie that the referee missed(never mind Carl we wont hold it against you).
In the second half Town started the brighter playing some excellent football, then Ron went to Morrison’s for a toilet break and Town scored two, the first went in off the crossbar and the second flew past the keeper who never moved, both goals were scored by Hilary, now Town were flying Rangers were stunned.
The girls really went for it sensing a win but we lost out to two late goals and a result that they did not deserve.
L O M was awarded to Megan Nelson for yet another fine display in goals.

Town were now playing in the quarter final of the cup for the first time in the teams history against Brunsmeer from the first division.
The girls started well and all the pressure was in the Brunsmeer half, with ten minutes gone Hilary was brought down in the box for a clear penalty, Hilary picked herself up to take the kick but unfortunately put it wide. Three minutes later Emily scored what proved to be the winner. All the team have played to there potential and deserved the win and our first semi final (also the first Dronfield Town Girls team to reach a semi final). The lady of the match was awarded to Charlotte who played in her favourite position at centre back.

The following game was away at Eckington. Town got off to the perfect start with Emily scoring after just 4 minutes only to be pegged back by Eckington’s first goal of the season. Emily scored her second on the stroke of half time. Ten minutes into the second half Emily and Megan N changed positions and Megan scored a fine hat trick which included a superb header. Francesca playing at centre back kept their centre forward quiet, Charlotte rounded the game off with a 35 yard screamer into the bottom right hand corner. Stacey was awarded L O M for a tireless performance.

Then came an enforced 5 week lay off before the semi final against Sheffield Rangers. The game finally been played at the third attempt, all the girls played at the top of there game and put on a fine defensive performance playing 4-5-1 to try and eliminate the pace that Rangers process. This worked for 1 hour then Rangers scored so we lost our first ever semi but all the team deserved praise for a very disciplined performance. Hilary won the L.O.M award for another outstanding show of athleticism.

Two weeks later we travelled to Edlington but with only 9 players, we faced an uphill struggle eventually losing 3-0 all the girls did themselves proud even one of Edlingtons parents did not realise that we only had 9 players. Megan N was awarded L.O.M for another display of excellent goalkeeping.

Two nights later (Monday) we travelled to Thorncliffe and on a very boggy pitch with only ten players Town were up against it from the first minute. 5-0 down at half time the girls rallied and put Thorncliffe under pressure and only conceded one more goal. L.O.M was awarded to Lauren for yet another commanding performance at centre back.

On Wednesday we played hosts to the champions elect Tansley. In another close game Town pushed Tansley all the way. With a bit more luck we could of beaten the league leaders. Megan H playing in midfield put in a strong performance. Tansley scored three goals to Towns one, which was a screamer from Charlotte. So for the second season running the championship was decided on Dronfield soil, so lets hope we make it a third time lucky next season. L.O.M was awarded too Megan Nelson.

The following evening Town travelled to Eckington for our fourth game in six days. Against an improving Eckington side Town battled to a 3-0 win a nice flick by Lucie got us off the mark and the result was never really in doubt. Emily and Megan Nelson swapped positions for the second half and Megan bagged herself two excellent goals. Natalie put in a physical performance, Charlie would have scored on any other pitch on a tremendous shot which flew narrowly over the bar. Stacy was outstanding in midfield to take the L.O.M award.

Unfortunately our next game against Sheffield Rangers was our worst defeat ever. With us only having eight players Town battled for 70 minutes. Never once did their heads go down all the girls were fantastic and they all deserved the L.O.M award.

Next we travelled to Edlington with two games left we needed four points to finish above Aston. Hilary scored a well taken goal to pull us level, only to be knocked back by a freak goal from the Edlington keeper. In the second half the girls were tiring but kept on trying with Charlie hitting the bar late on so it was not to be. No L.O.M as it was impossible to pick out one girl in such a spirited performance.

Our last game of the season was at home against Thorncliffe. Town were the first to score with Megan Nelson netting in two minutes. Town continued to press Thorncliffe back and with a bit more luck we could of scored again, the half time score was level. In the second half Town kept the visitors at bay.
Natalie and Francesca kept Thorncliffe’s wide player’s quiet. Unfortunately the end of season games caught up with the team and as tiredness set in Thorncliffe scored 3 more. Rebecca and Megan (H) came on and worked hard to try to get Town back into the game. At the end all of the team had put in a supreme effort. Chloe Bullen was awarded the L.O.M for an inspired performance.

So here we are at the end of our second season we knew it would be hard changing from 7 to 11 a side and it proved so. But I feel we are now better prepared for next season at under 15.
The major highlight of this season was our cup run to the semi-final. The victory over Brunsmeer showed me what this team can achieve and they have put there mind to it. Losing to Sheffield Rangers in the semi final, who eventually went on to win the cup, was a game they also should be proud of. Although I did not see the game I was told by everyone that witnessed the match that the girls did themselves proud. The way this squad of girls have conducted themselves over this season is a credit to each and everyone of them and they all should be congratulated on the fact that they have put 100% into every game even when losing they never gave up. Well done girls you really are simply the best,
because

WE’VE GOT STYLE, WE’VE GOT CLASS WE’RE DRONFIELD TOWN AND WE’RE GOING TO KICK YOUR A*S!!

Congratulations to you all, thanks Kevin.

PLAYER PROFILE

2005/2006

REBECCA CAMSELL

Rebecca joined Town in the summer and has trained hard; she has featured for the team in defence and midfield,
Playing in 20 games out of 21.
Rebecca’s game has flourished as the season progressed, becoming more vocal on the pitch and is a good all-round team player.
Well done this season keep working hard and you will get your reward.

FRANCESCA LISTER

Francesca only joined in January and is the youngest member of our squad, she made an immediate impact at left back and adapted well to the challenge, Francesca is not afraid of putting in a tackle when needed.
Well done Francesca you have settled in well, and have had a great season.

LUCIE WOOD

Lucie was the girl who two years ago would have laughed at you if you had told her she would be playing football on a Saturday morning.
Lucie’s game has improved tremendously this season scoring 6 goals in 19 games including a hat trick.
Her work rate has been good and I have enjoyed watching you progress through the season.
Keep it up Lucie we know you can play well done.

EMILY WALKER

Emily has been another consistent performer starting the season in goals then moving out to play up front, you have been an asset to the team in every position you have played always giving your all.
Emily has scored 4 goals and collected 5 lady of the match awards.
Congratulations Emily on a fine season keep working hard.

JESSICA WARWICK

This is Jessica’s first season with Dronfield Town and has settled in well with the rest of the squad.
Jessica has played most of the season in the centre of midfield and has improved constantly through the season.
She has played with spirit and enthusiasm, taking a few knocks along the way but never letting them get her down.
Jessica kept telling us that she could not head the ball all through the season then with out warning she heads it three times in a game well that caused a stir on the touch line even dad was surprised.
Well done Jessica that was a good first season.

CHLOE BULLEN

Chloe has had a frustrating season being diagnosed with Osgood Pslaters just before the season started.
Chloe who is our vice captain has only played 10 games this season and has been missed by all of us.
Chloe played a full 70 minutes in the last game and was awarded the lady of the match a deserved award for a true battling performance.
We all hope you will be able to play more games next season.
Well done and keep on smiling.

HILARY REES

Hilary has again had a good season, scoring 9 goals and winning 4 lady of the match awards.
Again she has covered every blade of grass on every pitch.
Hilary has added more to her game this season showing us that she has the vision and awareness of other players around her.
Well done Hilary keep it up.

CHARLIE CROWLEY

Charlie is our team captain and is a good leader she is always vocal. Since moving into midfield she has been unlucky not to get that elusive first goal.
The shot that fizzed over the bar at Eckington was worthy of a goal as was the shot at Edlington which hit the bar.
Well played this season Charlie don’t worry that goal will come.

STACY HEWITT

Stacy has had a good season playing wide midfield.
She has been unlucky not to score on more than one occasion this season; she has got forward but has not neglected her defensive duties, and is never afraid to tackle.
Well done Stacy.

NATALIE BRADWELL

Natalie has made the right back position her own this season and has played a big part in keeping the score down when we were under a lot of pressure even clearing one of the line.
Natalie has shown great character in putting up with her dad as manager on the touch line, and well done this season you have worked hard.

MEGAN NELSON

Megan is another newcomer this season and has been a consistent performer whether in or out of nets.
Megan has scored 7 goals and has won 4 lady of the match awards and to be voted players player in your first season is a true reflection on the impact you have made on the team.
This has been a great first season well done.

MEGAN HOLLAND

Megan has unfortunately missed a lot of the season through illness. She has played 7 games and has given 100% in all of them.
That is all a manager can ask for, 100% commitment and attitude.
Thanks Megan and well played.

CHARLOTTE DICK

Charlotte has had a good season popping up all over the park, taking long throws which keep getting longer, free kicks and goal kicks.
She even scores the occasional screamer; Charlotte is also a reliable defender winning headers and tackles.
Charlotte has scored 6 goals most of them from outside the area.
Tremendous Charlotte well done.

LAUREN BROADHEAD

Lauren is also in her first season as a Dronfield Town player and has also settled in well, starting as a centre forward she was switched to left back and then to centre back where she has settled in well reading the game well and sweeping up behind the back line as well.
Lauren has played in all 21 games this season and has shown a fantastic attitude to both training and match’s. Winning the player of the year award in her first season has been a tremendous achievement.
Congratulations Lauren.

PRESENTATION NIGHT AWARDS
2005/2006.

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER.

This season’s most improved player goes to a player who has shown a lot of commitment and effort in every game this season, and I mean every game. This player has not missed a single match.
She has shown that she is willing to learn, and has taken her fair share of knocks but just keeps on picking herself up and getting on with the game.
This player once told us that she could not head a ball then all of a sudden her head met the ball not once but three or four times in a game this was a surprise to us all especially her dad. She took some ribbing from us all but we are all pleased to award

THE MOST IMPROVED PLAYER THIS SEASON TO ……
JESSICA WARWICK

THE GOLDEN BOOT.

The golden boot award is not normally given out by the club but as a team we have decided that this feat should be recognised.

This season the award goes to a player who has given everything to the team including a bit of blood.
She has scored 9 goals in a very hard season.
A couple of the goals deserve a special mention-
The first of the season against Aston which flew into the top corner she still insists that it was a cross but I reckon it was a well placed shot.
The second was at Sheffield Rangers which was pure power the keeper never saw it never mind move (it was that fast even Ron missed it).

SO OUR GOLDEN BOOT AWARD FOR 2006 GOES TO ………..
HILARY REES.

THE ATTITUDE AWARD

This is a new award to us this season and was very difficult to choose one player out of the whole squad.

We are giving this award to the player who we feel that shows the correct attitude to training and playing, this player has not missed a single game and has always shown us that she is willing to listen and learn.
She has also won 4 lady of the match awards this season, and it is her first season with the club playing an important part of our defence she has proved to be a popular member of our squad.
This player has progressed really well this season through hard work and commitment and has been a pleasure to coach.

THE ATTITUDE AWARD FOR THIS YEAR GOES TO ………..…LAUREN BROADHEAD

THE LADY OF THE MATCH AWARD

This season’s lady of the match award has been a close run contest with four players having a chance of winning the trophy.
The award this season goes to a player who won four of her five awards playing in goals with some excellent displays, saving a penalty being brave when asked to come out at players feet and keeping us in so many games this season with her agility, I would be here all night if I started talking about them all. Her performances out of goal have also been a highlight scoring four goals, the goal at Tansley was a well taken strike into the far corner across the keeper. and of course the goal that beat Brunsmeer in the cup setting up our first ever semi final.

THE LADY OF THE MATCH AWARD 05/06 GOES TO……………
EMILY WALKER.

TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD.

The award this season goes to a player who has only missed one game all season and has played in a few different positions, she has never complained when she was a substitute or was substituted. This player has trained hard and is always willing to learn.
Her game is improving all the time and I look forward to seeing Stan push for a starting place in the team next season.

THE TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD GOES TO………..REBECCA CAMSELL.

THE MANAGERS PLAYER OF THE SEASON.

This year we have three players in contention for this award.
In third place we have a player who has performed well all season playing 19 games and scoring 6 goals and was also awarded 2 lady of
the match awards. This player is involved in every part of the pitch, her long throws always cause teams a problem and they are getting longer, she also provided the corner for our only headed goal of the season.

IN THIRD PLACE …….CHARLOTTE DICK.

Runner up this year is a player who we all admire, this player never stops, she is always in the thick of the action, she has a tremendous engine, she covers every blade of grass in every game and she scores goals, she has a fearless streak which must worry her parents but then again her mum says that she is a tough girl and takes some knocks but just shrugs them off.

THIS YEARS RUNNER UP IS……..HILARY REES.

The winner of the manager’s player of the year award goes to a player who has played all 21 games winning 4 lady of the match awards. Switching positions from centre forward to left back then again to centre back were she has been outstanding reading the game well and strong in the tackle. This player has trained hard and played hard and is a pleasure to coach.

THE WINNER OF THE MANAGERS PLAYER OF THE SEASON AWARD GOES TO …………LAUREN BROADHEAD
THE PLAYERS PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD.

This award is the most coveted award a player can receive, and is an honour to be chosen by your team mates as the player to who has made a big impression on all of the squad.

This season the award goes to a player who has been a big influence on the team this season, her performances have been consistent all season,
This player has played 20 games winning 4 lady of the match awards scoring 7 times one of them a tremendous header. This player has also played as a goalkeeper in many games a position which she has drawn many comments from the opposition managers who all have spoken highly of her.
As a keeper you have been brave, agile and have shown good positional sense.
When you have played out you have found scoring the goals as
easy as saving them.

YOUR PLAYERS PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD
GOES TO

MEGAN NELSON

Well done to all the girls on your achievements this season, the girls that have won awards could not have done so without the effort and commitment of all the team, every player deserves

SEASON 1 04/05
30 Nov -0001

THE MANAGERS REVIEW
SEASON 2004/2005

DRONFIELD TOWN GIRLS U14’S

When we first started out last summer I never thought I would be sat here writing a review of such a wonderful season.
For a start I never intended managing a team I just wanted help my daughter to play football so here we are at our first presentation night of many I hope.
So lets go back to last September to that first match of this season we were at home to porter, we were all excited and apprehensive about what was to happen.
We got off to a good start with a creditable 2-2 draw, Hannah scoring her first goals of the season and all the team playing out of their skins, Chloe took the lady of the match award with a fine defensive display, and we were off on what was to be a very good run.

Next up was dale tavern and town hit top form running out 9-2 winners with Hannah scoring 4, Emily 1 and Charlotte hitting a hat trick after playing the first half in goal the L.O.M. award going to Hannah, town were top of the league so the official table said.

Next up a difficult trip to brinsworth we were 2-0 down inside ten minutes, the manager on the phone to work, and all looked lost, but for three quick substitutions.
The game turned, brinsworth were beat by five goals to two, Hannah getting 3 Hilary and Emily one a piece with Charlotte having a fine game in goals, the game was won, lady of the match went to Charlotte for an outstanding display of goalkeeping.

The next game was away again, this time at Socrates on what looked like a difficult pitch town won at a cantor.
Natalie opened the scoring with a well taken goal then Hannah stole the show scoring SIX and getting an ovation from both sets of parents when she came off with just seconds left, the final score was 7-2 with Charlie taking the L.O.M.

Next at stonelow it was the turn of chapeltown who were brushed aside with ease 8-0, Hilary and Stacy scoring four a piece, the L.O.M. going to Hilary.

Know it was time for our first ever cup game and we really wanted to win this one, Barnsley were the visitors to Dronfield and we had our first real test, Hannah scored another hat trick but Barnsley pushed us all the way. The final score was 3-2, L.O.M. went to Hilary for yet another outstanding display.

Back in league action it was off to Harworth for what was to be a very difficult day, after finally finding a grass pitch town played out of their skins to come away with a 0-0 draw and not many friends( but hey the revenge would be sweet). The lady of the match went to Stacy who took a lot of knocks but still played on until the end, a special mention must go to Natalie who did not get on today in a very tight game. (Dad said sorry)

Back at stonelow our first disappointment, winning 1-0
With just second’s left, killamarsh turned their season around with a late equaliser which felt like a defeat to town, we were gutted, but still undefeated so things were not that bad. Lady of the match was Natalie who worked tirelessly in midfield. Our goal scorer was Hilary.

So its Christmas, and we are second in the league and we still have not lost a game, this is beyond our wildest dreams; to have come so far in such a short space of time was incredible.

Next up was Worksop in the cup; this was to be our first defeat even though it took extra time for them to get the better of us.
The game was very competitive with town twice taking the lead only to be pegged back by an excellent Worksop side that eventually went all the way to the final. Towns scorers were Hannah 2 and Stacy1, the final score being 4-3 a.e.t. The L.O.M. going to Emily for her excellent display in midfield,

Back in league action we faced dale tavern and normal service was resumed, town running out 5-1 winners against a much improved tavern side. Hannah with 4 and Hilary getting 1 were the scorers. L.O.M. went to Hilary
for what was becoming a feature of the season Hilary’s phenomenal work rate.

Then I got it all wrong. I made the error of going to watch our next opponents’ sheepbridge and changed our style to try to stop them.
This was to be my biggest error of the season.
Emily scored our consolation goal in a 6-1 defeat, the only positive to come out of the game was the performance of Natalie who came on in defence when all was lost but showed real determination and fight to win the L.O.M award this was the turning point in Natalie’s season.

Next up at fortress stonelow was Socrates who were brushed aside 7-1. Hannah 3, Hilary 2,with Chloe and Lucie scoring their only goals of the season but how they enjoyed them Lucie took the L.O.M. award.

Next came our biggest shock a 1-0 defeat at chapeltown, after conceding an early goal town put the home side under constant pressure but could not find the elusive goal. Lady of the match went to Natalie for another strong defensive display.

Still back at home town were in no mood to lose two on the bounce, but came up against a very determined Thorncliffe who pushed us all the way, town scraped through 1-0 with a goal from Charlotte who also took the L.O.M. award.

Know we were fifth in the league and our chance of winning it was going away from us but we kept on believing in ourselves.
Our next game would be decisive in where we would finish in the league, away at killamarsh who haven’t looked back since grabbing that late equaliser back in December, could we put the records straight.
Town got off to good start holding their own in a close fought game, then Charlotte turned in the area to rifle home a stunning goal, but this only woke killamarsh and they were soon level, and on the stroke of half time they had the luck that turned the game, a hopeful ball looped over Emily and into the net the game had turned. And the home side eventually ran out 4-1 winners.
The L.O.M. award went to Emily who had a fine game and kept the score down.

Two nights later a rejuvenated town travelled to porter still determined not to give up on that second spot in the league. A wonderful free kick from Hannah won us the game, which was very well contested by both teams. The L.O.M award went to Maria who came on to shore up the defence and was outstanding not letting anything or any one past,a thoroughly deserved victory was taken.

With new belief it was the return fixture with sheepbridge but a slow start cost us the game, 3-0 down at halftime and the visitors had the bubbly on ice, but Dronfield found new purpose in the second half and put sheepbridge under enormous pressure but could not find the elusive goal and sheepbidge nicked an undeserved fourth and the title.
The lady of the match award went to Chloe for a truly amazing performance against one of the leagues most physical sides.

This defeat woke up Dronfield to turn in three of their best performances of the season, first up was brinsworth who came hoping for revenge for the defeat early in the season, but they found a Dronfield side in no mood to lose again this season. Town were now playing their best football of the season, the passing and movement was outstanding with all the spectators applauding every ball, the visitors were never in the game, and town ran out 2-0 winners, and the chase for third spot was on, the goal scorer was Hannah (2) and L.O.M.was Charlie, this was the performance of the season so far and was appreciated by all who saw the game.

For our last away game the trip was to Thorncliffe, this was not to be an easy game the home side were determined not to steam rolled out of the game, and fought for every ball, town put them under immense pressure but could not find away past a very good keeper.
With time running out, up popped Hannah with what was to be her last goal of the season and was celebrated wildly by all, this was a big win at a cost, just before the end Hannah limped off with what proved to be a badly bruised foot, with a game the next night against our friends from Harworth, town had to reshuffle. The lady of the match went to Megan for her commitment and attitude both on the night and for the season well done Meg you deserved the award.

So here we are, the last game of the season at home to Harworth who have to win two of their last three games to knock town out of third spot.
Town had got their sights set on victory to end the season on a high and Harworth were hardly in the game. Dronfield were again playing with purpose, style and a determination that was unbelievable after playing the night before. I was worried that tiredness would play a part, but the resolve and determination in towns game was phenomenal, when Hilary scored early in the second half there was only going to be one winner and upon the final whistle the victory was duly celebrated and a fine first seasons football had come to an end.
The lady of the match award went to our captain Charlie who has lead by example all season.
We now had to wait, Harworth still have two games to play at home to porter, and away to sheepbridge, two wins would take them above town into third. All on Thursday night had a long wait, then finally the news broke porter had won 3-1 and town had deservedly finished in the top three.

So here we are, we could never of dreamed of a season like this, if we had been told at the start we would win four games this season I would have taken it there and then, never mind only losing four games and only losing one at home.
This has been an emotional season at times, the highs and the lows have been there for us all to endure, but I must thank all of the team for their hard work and commitment this season, and also Steve and Ron for their help, I could never have done this with out them. A big thanks goes to Carole for her work in collecting all the subs in and organising the raffle for every home game. I would also like to thank our sponsors for there support this season, firstly fusion provida our shirt sponsor ,prime maintenance services for providing us with rain coats and also supporting us with the team player of the year award and finally Cablelink for their donation which allowed us to buy our own water bottles and equipment, your support is very much appreciated and we hope you have enjoyed being associated with the team this season and hope you will continue to support us in the forthcoming season.

I hope you have all enjoyed your football this season and I hope you will all be with us next season, who knows what lays ahead for us, but one things for sure we will all enjoy watching our daughters playing the beautiful game.

Thanks for your support
Kevin

PLAYER PROFILE
2004/2005

CHLOE BULLEN
Chloe came to us this season because she wanted to enjoy her football, well I would just like to say that we have enjoyed all 18 games you have played this season, you always have a smile on your face and your attitude has been excellent , playing in defence and more recently in midfield scoring 1 goal .
Chloe’s work rate is superb and I don’t remember her pulling out of a single tackle.

HILARY REES
Well where do I start, Hilary has had an outstanding season, her attitude and will to win every ball has been tremendous. Hilary must have covered every blade of grass on every pitch she has played on this season, and has also contributed 10 goals, not bad for a player who told me she could not score.

HANNAH VAUGHAN
Hannah is our leading goal scorer scoring 31 goals in league and cup; Hannah has played most of the season in midfield from where her running at defences has caused them a lot of problems. Hannah has been an asset to the team and we will miss her humour and skill next season, it has been a pleasure to coach you this season and we wish you luck with the under 16’s next year .
Keep scoring and above all keep smiling no matter what knocks you take next season.

MEGAN HOLLAND
Megan is our little dynamo, she has played to her full ability in every game, one game in particular stands out for me, away at Haworth were she never stopped in a very difficult match.
Megan has been substitute for many games but has never complained, and when she has got on to the field she has been brilliant and has never been overawed by players sometimes twice her size.

NATALIE BRADWELL
Natalie started the season in midfield before finding her natural position in defence, a position in which she has excelled in some tough games.
Natalie has given everything for the team, no matter where she has played, even scoring the odd goal which cost me £5, and being my daughter has meant she has had a hard time in some games with me pushing her all the way.
Thanks Nat for being patient with me and for all your hard work and effort this season

STACY HEWITT Stacy also joined us to enjoy her football, we again have had the pleasure of watching Stacy play some wonderful football, her 4 goals in one game against Chapeltown was brilliant. Stacy’s goals total for the season is 6. She plays the game with enthusiasm and determination. Stacy has recently been in and out of the team but has never complained and is a credit to herself and the team.

LUCIE WOOD
Lucie has been our surprise of the season she was not sure about football but caught the bug after watching our first game of the season.
Lucie has shown that she is not afraid to get stuck in and has shown that she has excellent touch and vision, some of lucie’s passing has been superb, the ball to put Hannah through against dale tavern stands out even today.

EMILY WALKER
Emily has played in 3 positions this season, centre forward scoring 3 goals, left midfield and finishing the season as our goalkeeper.
This has proved to be Emily’s natural position keeping six clean sheets.
Emily has grown in confidence with every game she has played, and controls the defence well, her bravery and positional sense is exceptional.
Emily is really enjoying her football and it is a pleasure to watch her play

MARIA COHEN
Maria is an important member of the squad although she has been a substitute in many games this season, she has been willing to learn and always tried her best in every game.
In the latter half of the season, Maria has really blossomed into a strong and capable defender who will improve with the more games she plays.
Maria was outstanding in the last three games of the season against Brinsworth she came on and battled for every ball making sure that her player never got a look in. Well-done Maria we are looking forward to seeing you develop even further over the summer, and for you to hold down a starting place in the team. Well done.

CHARLOTTE DICK
Charlotte has proved to be a very versatile member of the team playing in goals, scoring 5 goals as striker and know playing as sweeper,
In a very good defence charlotte plays with strength and reads the game very well and she has made some timely challenges to stop players getting through on goal.
Charlotte you are credit to yourself and the team keep up the good work.

LAST BUT NOT LEAST
CHARLOTTE CROWLEY
Charlie to us has had an excellent season as our captain, playing in defence all season where her encouragement and vision has been fantastic, Charlie has at times been critical of her own performance, but never of others. Charlie all I can say is you are an excellent captain and your leadership and commitment to the team is great.

PRESENTATION NIGHT
SPECIALS
2004/2005

MANAGERS PLAYER OF THE SEASON

This award goes to a player who’s commitment, attitude and athleticism has been phenomenal, she has fought and chased for every ball, scored goals and made goals, and has been an inspiration to all her team mates. The managers player goes to ……………. HILARY REES

MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

The most improved player has been the most difficult to award.
All the team could have won this because the improvement in every player has been there for us all to see, in the end the award goes to a player who has been strong, committed and willing to learn, she has never stopped trying and shown some neat touches, turns and has been unlucky not to score more goals. She tried her best for the team in every game and has earned this award on merit.
The most improved player is…………. NATALIE BRADWELL

PARENTS PLAYER OF THE SEASON.

All the parents have chosen this award,
and was not an easy decision to make, but the parents have voted and chosen a player who has been consistent, strong and committed, she has played a big part in the success of the team this season.
The parent’s player of the season is…………. HILARY REES

Our next award has been sponsored by prime maintenance services and will be awarded by Steve.
The award is for
TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR
This will be awarded every year.
The award goes to a player who has always encouraged others and has never let her team mates down, her vision and reading of the game is brilliant. She has shown great character all the way through this season. Her leadership of the team has been inspirational, the award goes to our team captain CHARLOTTE CROWLEY

THE PLAYERS PLAYER OF THE YEAR
This is the most coveted award of the evening and the one that all players are proud to win, the players this season have chosen a team mate who has the respect and admiration of them all, she is an inspiration to all the team, she is modest about her own performances and has been a pleasure to coach and manage, she does not know when she is beaten,
She has taken her fair share of knocks but has never given in, she has set up numerous goals and even scored a few,
She is a credit to herself, her parents and the team. We are proud to have experienced the outstanding performances that never cease to amaze us all.

THE PLAYERS PLAYER IS…………………. HILARY REES

THE PRESIDENTS CUP

This was the biggest surprise of the season, for the team to be awarded the presidents cup in our first season is a fantastic achievement.
Praise must go to all of the team for their attitude, commitment, and willingness to learn.
I must also thank Steven Wood and Ronnie Dick for their support and help through the season, the achievements of the team are down to teamwork by everybody.
I would also like to thank all of the parents for there help and support in the past season, again without you giving up your time to support the team we would not be here today.
I was honoured to accept the award on behalf of each and every one of you because this award is about teamwork and we are ONE BIG HAPPY TEAM,
and long may it continue.
Well done to everybody connected to Dronfield town u 14 girls.

THE GOLDEN BOOT

This award is an award not normally made by the club as we feel that every player does not have the opportunity to win it.
So the management of the team decided to make the award themselves.
The golden boot goes to Hannah Vaughan for scoring an amazing 31 goals in all games this season, her pace and agility has made Hannah one of the most feared players in our league.
Hannah scored four hat tricks and one double hat trick this season, the double hat trick against Socrates was rewarded by a standing ovation from both sets of parents, when she was substituted with just seconds left to play, a fitting tribute for a terrific performance.
Well-done Hannah and good luck for next season.

FIXTURES LIST
04/05
DRONFIELD TOWN U14

18/09/04 HOME PORTER 2-2
02/10/04 HOME DALE TAVERN 9-2
09/10/04 AWAY BRINSWORTH 2-5
16/10/04 CUP /BYE
06/11/04 AWAY SOCRATES B 2-7
13/11/04 HOME CHAPELTOWN 8-0 27/11/04 HOME BARNSLEY (cup) 3-2
04/12/04 AWAY HARWORTH 0-0
11/12/04 HOME KILLAMARSH JNRS 1-1
15/01/05 AWAY WORKSOP (cup) 2-2 4-3 (aet)
29/01/05 AWAY DALE TAVERN 1-5
19/02/05 AWAY SHEEPBRIDGE 6-1
26/02/05 HOME SOCRATES B 7-1
12/03/05 AWAY CHAPELTOWN 1-0 19/03/05 HOME THORNCLIFFE 1-0
11/04/05 AWAY KILLAMARSH JNRS 4-1
14/04/05 AWAY PORTER 0-1
16/04/05 HOME SHEEPBRIDGE 4-0
20/04/05 HOME BRINSWORTH 2-0
26/04/05 AWAY THORNCLIFFE 0-1
27/04/05 HOME HARWORTH 1-0