Norton 2 v 3 Godalming
25th October 2008 (H-T 1-1)
Goals: Teirnan Connolly 1, Andy Castle 1
Man of the Match: Luis Avezado
I'll keep it brief. The Surrey Junior Cup, another pointless exercise or a glorified friendly? Norton Football has never excelled in the Saturday arm of this competition and todays' exercise proved much more of the same. However having lead twice there was much to be encouraged about. Teirnan Connolly continue to pop up in the danger area with his typical commitment and grit to earn his side a goal. Andrew Castle dispatched another well taken penalty.
Unfortunately it was not to be our day. A combination of two goalkeeping errors and Godalming never say die spirit condemned Norton to their first home defeat. Positives to take from the game include the good energetic performances by Darren Olawale, Dean Barrett and Mark Tcheang.
It back to the league next week.
Man of the Match: Luis Avezado
Wednesday, 29 October 2008
Sunday, 19 October 2008
MATCH REPORT - STRENGH AND DEPTH ENSURES DESTINY IS WITHIN OUR HANDS
DRAFT REPORT FURTHER DETAILS TO FOLLOW
Norton 3 v 1 Destiny Academy
18th October 2008 (H-T 3-1)
Goals: Teirnan Connolly 2, Andy Castle 1
Man of the Match: Teirnan Connolly
With a return to the league campaign it was back to business as usual for Norton at what is becoming fortress Garrett Park.
An unfamiliar strike trio of Dean Barrett, Teirnan Connolly and Davide Enrico made light work of Destiny Academy to catapult the home side 3 places up the league table to third.
Goals were scored as early as the 12th 22nd and 28th minute as Norton's' attacking trio put an unprepared Academy to the sword. As for Norton, 'Anticipation' was the word of the day as Manager Howard Lewis and several onlookers bellowed instructions fron the touchline.
Note worthy performances were produced by Frank Hamilton, Tobrise Chinosa, Andy Castle.
All in all it was a great result.
Man of the Match: Teirnan Connolly
DRAFT REPORT FURTHER DETAILS TO FOLLOW
Norton 3 v 1 Destiny Academy
18th October 2008 (H-T 3-1)
Goals: Teirnan Connolly 2, Andy Castle 1
Man of the Match: Teirnan Connolly
With a return to the league campaign it was back to business as usual for Norton at what is becoming fortress Garrett Park.
An unfamiliar strike trio of Dean Barrett, Teirnan Connolly and Davide Enrico made light work of Destiny Academy to catapult the home side 3 places up the league table to third.
Goals were scored as early as the 12th 22nd and 28th minute as Norton's' attacking trio put an unprepared Academy to the sword. As for Norton, 'Anticipation' was the word of the day as Manager Howard Lewis and several onlookers bellowed instructions fron the touchline.
Note worthy performances were produced by Frank Hamilton, Tobrise Chinosa, Andy Castle.
All in all it was a great result.
Man of the Match: Teirnan Connolly
DRAFT REPORT FURTHER DETAILS TO FOLLOW
Saturday, 11 October 2008
MATCH REPORT - LATE LATE SHOW SENDS NORTON THROUGH INTO NEXT ROUND
Norton 2 v 1 Old Plymouthians Res
11th October 2008 (H-T 0-1)
Goals: Ashley Myres 2
Man of the Match: Daron Olawale
Ashley Myres continued his rich vien of goalscoring form to grab a brace to claw Norton into the next round of the cup. Goals came in the dying embers of a game that looked all but lost to all but the Garrett Park faithful.
Given that Norton went out of this cup around the same point last season, here layeth a lesson in ‘how not to under estimate you opponent and value your team mates’.
Recent results between both clubs showed Norton registering 5 goals against this team, but this time around O.P things were going to be a lot different. OP set their stall out to be discipline and efficient bossing the middle of the park during opening 15 mins with sharp passes making it difficult for Norton to get a grip in the game. When Norton did have the ball, lacklustre decision making and poor distribution led to frustration within the camp. As a result O.P grew in confidence and deservedly scored from after Ashley got caught in possession in the centre of the park. Leading to a swift O.P break that drew a foul from Ernest in the box. OP's number 10 coolly dispatch penalty gave Greg little chance. OP went onto dictate the play, countering Norton’s charge with swift counter attacks. As for the home side, their frustrations grew. This was partly due to poor ball retention, however much of this was down our unique ability to argue over trivial matters during play. In short, Norton was awful and lacked creativity. O.P should have been at least 2 or 3 goals up following the amount of chances created. However the defensive interventions of Ernest Owusu making an impressive contribution at centre back and all round game of Daron Olawale kept OP at bay. Half time could not have come sooner.
Constructive words from the captain Robert and Howard were needed and Norton came out in the second half more purposeful and direct. However, O.P still created chances to kill the game off. O.P number 10 by far their best player led the search for that second goal. Only poor finishing and the efforts of Greg kept them at bay. Understandably with weather conditions similar to that of our first encounter OP began to tire. Despite this OP’s rare guard continued to produce some sterling blockages in defence of their precious lead. When their defence was breached they found an OP goalkeeper in fine form. A point epitomised in the 57th minute when Andy Castle fierce spot kick was brilliantly tipped over by their number 1. OP was buoyed by this but so was Norton as Howard gave the signal for Mark Tcheang and Joseph Muvunyi to specifically join the attack. With the game drifting into cup exit for Norton, players began to fade and lacked ideas. Shots on OP’s goal rained in from impossible angles as bickering developed among Norton players. The changing point of the game came in the 70th mins when manager Howard introduced Tobrise Chinosa and made the bold decision and change the formation to 3-5-2. Within a few minutes the direct running from Tobrise and Darren made the telling difference. Despite this, Norton suffered a couple of counter attacking scares when in 81st minute a 1 on 1 was missed by the impressive O.P number 10. Then on 85th minute Greg brilliantly held onto a free kick awarded centre of goal with 3 OP forwards rushing in for the follow up. Then came the breakthrough on 87 mins following a fine solo run from Tobrise centre left of the park, beating two players to cross for Ashley Myers to volley home. Although, the keeper got a hand to the ball but Ashley’s shot had enough power on it to creep inside the bottom left corner of the goal. Looking refreshed and full of running up went the battle cry “Get the ball”! Outnumbered and in some respects out muscled through the presence of Tobrise, Andy, Frank Hamilton and Ernest meant O.P creative juices were suffocated. Strong tackling from Rob and Luis emphasised Norton’s determination to settle the match in normal time, and so they did. The Second Goal came a minute before injury time following a brave header from Tobrise. Robert Gavin collected the ball and played a lovely pass out to Darren, who’s low cross to the edge of the box found Ashley Myers, who miss-hit his shot to beat the keeper again.
A sense of relief was apparent at the final whistle blew, however 2nd round here we come!!
MOM Darren Olawale
11th October 2008 (H-T 0-1)
Goals: Ashley Myres 2
Man of the Match: Daron Olawale
Ashley Myres continued his rich vien of goalscoring form to grab a brace to claw Norton into the next round of the cup. Goals came in the dying embers of a game that looked all but lost to all but the Garrett Park faithful.
Given that Norton went out of this cup around the same point last season, here layeth a lesson in ‘how not to under estimate you opponent and value your team mates’.
Recent results between both clubs showed Norton registering 5 goals against this team, but this time around O.P things were going to be a lot different. OP set their stall out to be discipline and efficient bossing the middle of the park during opening 15 mins with sharp passes making it difficult for Norton to get a grip in the game. When Norton did have the ball, lacklustre decision making and poor distribution led to frustration within the camp. As a result O.P grew in confidence and deservedly scored from after Ashley got caught in possession in the centre of the park. Leading to a swift O.P break that drew a foul from Ernest in the box. OP's number 10 coolly dispatch penalty gave Greg little chance. OP went onto dictate the play, countering Norton’s charge with swift counter attacks. As for the home side, their frustrations grew. This was partly due to poor ball retention, however much of this was down our unique ability to argue over trivial matters during play. In short, Norton was awful and lacked creativity. O.P should have been at least 2 or 3 goals up following the amount of chances created. However the defensive interventions of Ernest Owusu making an impressive contribution at centre back and all round game of Daron Olawale kept OP at bay. Half time could not have come sooner.
Constructive words from the captain Robert and Howard were needed and Norton came out in the second half more purposeful and direct. However, O.P still created chances to kill the game off. O.P number 10 by far their best player led the search for that second goal. Only poor finishing and the efforts of Greg kept them at bay. Understandably with weather conditions similar to that of our first encounter OP began to tire. Despite this OP’s rare guard continued to produce some sterling blockages in defence of their precious lead. When their defence was breached they found an OP goalkeeper in fine form. A point epitomised in the 57th minute when Andy Castle fierce spot kick was brilliantly tipped over by their number 1. OP was buoyed by this but so was Norton as Howard gave the signal for Mark Tcheang and Joseph Muvunyi to specifically join the attack. With the game drifting into cup exit for Norton, players began to fade and lacked ideas. Shots on OP’s goal rained in from impossible angles as bickering developed among Norton players. The changing point of the game came in the 70th mins when manager Howard introduced Tobrise Chinosa and made the bold decision and change the formation to 3-5-2. Within a few minutes the direct running from Tobrise and Darren made the telling difference. Despite this, Norton suffered a couple of counter attacking scares when in 81st minute a 1 on 1 was missed by the impressive O.P number 10. Then on 85th minute Greg brilliantly held onto a free kick awarded centre of goal with 3 OP forwards rushing in for the follow up. Then came the breakthrough on 87 mins following a fine solo run from Tobrise centre left of the park, beating two players to cross for Ashley Myers to volley home. Although, the keeper got a hand to the ball but Ashley’s shot had enough power on it to creep inside the bottom left corner of the goal. Looking refreshed and full of running up went the battle cry “Get the ball”! Outnumbered and in some respects out muscled through the presence of Tobrise, Andy, Frank Hamilton and Ernest meant O.P creative juices were suffocated. Strong tackling from Rob and Luis emphasised Norton’s determination to settle the match in normal time, and so they did. The Second Goal came a minute before injury time following a brave header from Tobrise. Robert Gavin collected the ball and played a lovely pass out to Darren, who’s low cross to the edge of the box found Ashley Myers, who miss-hit his shot to beat the keeper again.
A sense of relief was apparent at the final whistle blew, however 2nd round here we come!!
MOM Darren Olawale
Sunday, 5 October 2008
MATCH REPORT - SEARCHING FOR AN AWAY VICTORY
Crescent Rovers A 2 v 2 Norton
4th October 2008
(H-T 0-1)
Goals: Ashley Myres 1, Andrew Castle 1 (Pen).
Man of the Match: Ashley Myres
This game was not for the faint hearted full of blooded aggression, obscene gestures and appalling language. This is what Norton expected from Crescent Rovers. On an uneven pitch Norton started well, creating chances in the opening exchanges. However, after a few minutes following successive passages of play it was clear what approach to the game the home side was going to take. Norton forwards Mark Tcheang and Curtis Roberts were both on the receiving end of what one could regard as "brutish" attention after both players were sieved down having gone pass their opponents. However, despite the brutish attention of their opponents Norton took the lead following a long throw from Curtis, was accurately directed into the bottom left corner of the head of Ashley Myres. Norton were in total control, but growing increasingly frustrated with the over physical presence of several of Crescent players. The referee had to stop the game several time to calm down both sets of players. Maybe this “stop start” process helped Crescent get back into a game. From their first attack some 30 minutes into the match Crescent Rovers scored, after keeper Nuno failed to get any distance on the punch from a corner. Consequently, Crescent Rovers managed to bundle the ball over the line with help from Norton’s stalwart Tobrise Chinosa. More chances came and went but by the time the half time interval arrived, Norton should have been 4 or 5 goals up.
A rollicking from the Coach Howard gave Norton the impetuses to attack and get the result they deserved. The second half however was a stalemate affair none of the teams had the upper hand. Crescent Rovers used the wind and slope to their advantage by hitting the crossbar twice with stunning strikes. Norton again had chances to score, but poor decision making kept the score at 1-1. 70-75 mins. Norton were awarded to controversial “ball to hand” penalty. The referee did take his time to award the penalty, but there was no complaint from the home side. A Well taken penalty from Andy Castle put Norton 2-1 in front. However within 7 mins equalised. A Towering header from a cross beat two defenders and the keeper to level the scores again and end the match with both teams sharing the points.
Norton for all theirdetermination and grit could not break down a slow and immobile Crescent Rovers defence. As for Rovers, fair credit to them and their unprofessional, unethical and crude tactics which were effective in stopping us play. In short, few printable words describe the approach Rovers took to this game nevertheless, the return encounter will be eagerly awaited. As for Norton we have to start picking up points on the road to have a chance of progressing to the next tier in league football.
www.nortonmedia.blogspot.com
http://www.team-norton.blogspot.com/
www.norton-obc.com
www.nortonfc.co.uk (Club main website under construction)
4th October 2008
(H-T 0-1)
Goals: Ashley Myres 1, Andrew Castle 1 (Pen).
Man of the Match: Ashley Myres
This game was not for the faint hearted full of blooded aggression, obscene gestures and appalling language. This is what Norton expected from Crescent Rovers. On an uneven pitch Norton started well, creating chances in the opening exchanges. However, after a few minutes following successive passages of play it was clear what approach to the game the home side was going to take. Norton forwards Mark Tcheang and Curtis Roberts were both on the receiving end of what one could regard as "brutish" attention after both players were sieved down having gone pass their opponents. However, despite the brutish attention of their opponents Norton took the lead following a long throw from Curtis, was accurately directed into the bottom left corner of the head of Ashley Myres. Norton were in total control, but growing increasingly frustrated with the over physical presence of several of Crescent players. The referee had to stop the game several time to calm down both sets of players. Maybe this “stop start” process helped Crescent get back into a game. From their first attack some 30 minutes into the match Crescent Rovers scored, after keeper Nuno failed to get any distance on the punch from a corner. Consequently, Crescent Rovers managed to bundle the ball over the line with help from Norton’s stalwart Tobrise Chinosa. More chances came and went but by the time the half time interval arrived, Norton should have been 4 or 5 goals up.
A rollicking from the Coach Howard gave Norton the impetuses to attack and get the result they deserved. The second half however was a stalemate affair none of the teams had the upper hand. Crescent Rovers used the wind and slope to their advantage by hitting the crossbar twice with stunning strikes. Norton again had chances to score, but poor decision making kept the score at 1-1. 70-75 mins. Norton were awarded to controversial “ball to hand” penalty. The referee did take his time to award the penalty, but there was no complaint from the home side. A Well taken penalty from Andy Castle put Norton 2-1 in front. However within 7 mins equalised. A Towering header from a cross beat two defenders and the keeper to level the scores again and end the match with both teams sharing the points.
Norton for all theirdetermination and grit could not break down a slow and immobile Crescent Rovers defence. As for Rovers, fair credit to them and their unprofessional, unethical and crude tactics which were effective in stopping us play. In short, few printable words describe the approach Rovers took to this game nevertheless, the return encounter will be eagerly awaited. As for Norton we have to start picking up points on the road to have a chance of progressing to the next tier in league football.
www.nortonmedia.blogspot.com
http://www.team-norton.blogspot.com/
www.norton-obc.com
www.nortonfc.co.uk (Club main website under construction)
Wednesday, 1 October 2008
MATCH REPORT - TRUE GRIT AND BRUTAL FINISHING SEE NORTON HOME
Norton 4 v 2 Epsom Athletic Reserves
Saturday 27th September 2008
(H-T 1-0) Goals:
Jonathan M x 2, Sam Dady , Andrew Castle
Man of the Match: Luis Averado
Norton put last weeks shambolic defeat firmly behind them with a brutal display of finishing to grace any team. However, it was not always plain sailing for home side as Howard Lewis yet again was force into playing players in unfamiliar positions. Starts were handed to Jonathan (Jonny - playing upfront) and Rodney Dodd (Gazza) the latter forming a partnership with Luis Averado in midfield. Once the referee arrived Norton begun the match looking eager to get back to winning ways. The latest attack pairing of Curtis and on this occasion Jonathan looked hungry and purposeful albeit against an organised if not slow Epsom defence. Consequently it was only a matter of time before Andrew Castle fired through a crowd of players to put the home side in front. Unfortunately, the 1st goal was disputed by Epsom' entourage, who claimed to have had a man down in the Norton penalty area some 50 meters away from play. However despite the extreme protest the referee stood his ground (well done ref) one nil Norton! Surprisingly, Epsom buoyed on by what they considered an injustice came forward in their droves, playing some good football in the process. Their best moment of the half came when a crisp drive from Epsom's busy number 7 came back off the inside of Nuno's post. Still, Epsom pressed forward but were denied an equaliser by several fine last minute challenges by Rob Gavin, Luis and Nuno De Jesus. Thankfully, Norton ended the half 1 goal to nil up.
Team talk at half-time called for more the same. Strong words were uttered re the growing mis-communication along Norton's right flank. With left sided players in Mark Techang and Tom Webster both playing with or recovering from long term injuries half time could not have come sooner. Nevertheless, both players did very well to last as long as they did and put in a decent shift. After the interval, Norton went further ahead follow a sustained period of pressure when Jonathan eased our nerves with an unstoppable strike, cor what a finish! Jonathan was instrumental again in setting up Norton's' third when his industry and resulting cross found Sam Dady at the back post for his first goal of the season. Later players joked that Sam did his best to get out of the way but it hit him and went in. Epsom now 3 goals behind made a few changes by introducing new players and altering their formation. Nevertheless, despite these changes midfield rebellion led by craft of Gazza and industry and grit of Luis stopped Epsom in their tracks. Epsom now heading towards their first defeat of the season threw caution to the wind by going route one. However, this left space at the back which was exploited by Joseph and Curtis Roberts that resulted in Jonathan adding to his impressive display with a second. Four - nil to Norton held a nice ring to it as Norton's management team of Lewis, Hunte and Roberts presided on "give em a game changes". However with 18 & then 15 minutes to go Epsom clawed themselves back into the match with a brace. The brave efforts of Mark and Tom was replaced by experience and determination saw Norton home for their second league victory.
Well done all!
Saturday 27th September 2008
(H-T 1-0) Goals:
Jonathan M x 2, Sam Dady , Andrew Castle
Man of the Match: Luis Averado
Norton put last weeks shambolic defeat firmly behind them with a brutal display of finishing to grace any team. However, it was not always plain sailing for home side as Howard Lewis yet again was force into playing players in unfamiliar positions. Starts were handed to Jonathan (Jonny - playing upfront) and Rodney Dodd (Gazza) the latter forming a partnership with Luis Averado in midfield. Once the referee arrived Norton begun the match looking eager to get back to winning ways. The latest attack pairing of Curtis and on this occasion Jonathan looked hungry and purposeful albeit against an organised if not slow Epsom defence. Consequently it was only a matter of time before Andrew Castle fired through a crowd of players to put the home side in front. Unfortunately, the 1st goal was disputed by Epsom' entourage, who claimed to have had a man down in the Norton penalty area some 50 meters away from play. However despite the extreme protest the referee stood his ground (well done ref) one nil Norton! Surprisingly, Epsom buoyed on by what they considered an injustice came forward in their droves, playing some good football in the process. Their best moment of the half came when a crisp drive from Epsom's busy number 7 came back off the inside of Nuno's post. Still, Epsom pressed forward but were denied an equaliser by several fine last minute challenges by Rob Gavin, Luis and Nuno De Jesus. Thankfully, Norton ended the half 1 goal to nil up.
Team talk at half-time called for more the same. Strong words were uttered re the growing mis-communication along Norton's right flank. With left sided players in Mark Techang and Tom Webster both playing with or recovering from long term injuries half time could not have come sooner. Nevertheless, both players did very well to last as long as they did and put in a decent shift. After the interval, Norton went further ahead follow a sustained period of pressure when Jonathan eased our nerves with an unstoppable strike, cor what a finish! Jonathan was instrumental again in setting up Norton's' third when his industry and resulting cross found Sam Dady at the back post for his first goal of the season. Later players joked that Sam did his best to get out of the way but it hit him and went in. Epsom now 3 goals behind made a few changes by introducing new players and altering their formation. Nevertheless, despite these changes midfield rebellion led by craft of Gazza and industry and grit of Luis stopped Epsom in their tracks. Epsom now heading towards their first defeat of the season threw caution to the wind by going route one. However, this left space at the back which was exploited by Joseph and Curtis Roberts that resulted in Jonathan adding to his impressive display with a second. Four - nil to Norton held a nice ring to it as Norton's management team of Lewis, Hunte and Roberts presided on "give em a game changes". However with 18 & then 15 minutes to go Epsom clawed themselves back into the match with a brace. The brave efforts of Mark and Tom was replaced by experience and determination saw Norton home for their second league victory.
Well done all!
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