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5th October 2008
Pool
AFC 3-1 Hebden Royd Red Star AFC (county cup)
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28th September
2008
Pool
AFC 3-0 Howden Clough
After a sluggish start to the match against the bottom of the table strugglers, Pool responded
in style to complete a comfortable win. A spell of pressure saw a series of fine
saves from the Howden goalkeeper as Pool gradually took control, before a stinging long-range effort was spilled, allowing
Jordan to finish with ease. The
score remained one-nil at half time as Pool could not make their territorial advantage count for more.
Pool seemed intent on walking the ball into the net as good opportunities went to waste before
White scored with a glancing header from an in-swinging Ebdon free-kick to settle any nerves.
Pool created more than enough chances to settle the game before the game could have took on a different complexion
as Howden were awarded a penalty. Fortunately, the player stepped up only to
divert it handsomely wide. A second the of game for White after good work out
wide finally finished off the game, with Pool continuing their march up the table and leaving themselves only two points behind
the league leaders.
Team:
Ed Neale, Rob Graham, Andy Graham, Tristan Holdsworth, Tom O’Donnel, Neil Ebdon, Dean Wagstaff, Matthew White, Jordan
Wagstaff, Michael Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou, Frank Moran, Dec Kelly,
Paul Newsome
21st September
2008
Pool
AFC 5-1 Whitkirk Wanderers
Prior to the match
this appeared to be a tough fixture for Pool and after playing the first ten minutes Pool knew they were in for a stern test. However, a quality display from the home side was too much for the visitors who were
simply blown away by an awesome and complete team performance.
It all started
from a precise long-throw from R Graham which Jordan cushioned for Ebdon to beautifully strike into the far side of the
net as the keeper could only stand and admire as it. An early contender for goal
of the season. A fortunate second followed when a Wagstaff cross was deflected
into his own net by a Whitkirk defender. Pool’s work rate and pressing
was further rewarded when Ebdon’s delicate through ball released Jordan who came up with a clinical left-foot finish. It was a spell of verve and confidence that was proving too hot to handle. Shortly before half-time Whitkirk pulled a goal back which meant the next goal was crucial.
The home side
appeared more determined and focused than the opposition in the second half, eager to make four wins on the spin. The defence stayed strong and serious throughout while a master class in attacking movement and finishing
led to a calmly taken second of the game for Jordan to make it 4-1. At this
stage the chances were flowing and Pool could have added more before White wrapped it up and piled more misery on Whitkirk. The fifth sealed a convincing win, with Pool looking strong both physically and technically. The team are functioning so well that afterwards the Pool management were talking
up their chances of winning the league.
14th September
2008
Carlton 0-2
Pool AFC
Pool produced
a competent display away at Carlton to make it three wins in a row.
A lively start to the game saw M Jordan denied with a curling effort and further half-chances go begging for Pool. However, it was the opposition who came closest to scoring with an effort that clipped
the outside of the post in a rather subdued first half.
After the interval
Pool upped their level and started to take control of the game. With the Grahams
looking in command at the back, and Moran making some important tackles, Pool became more dominant which eventually saw them
take the lead. J Wagstaff intercepted a long ball, rolling it towards O’Donnel,
whose through ball was dummied by D Wagstaff leaving an on-rushing Holdsworth to finish superbly. Another quick and incisive passing move involving Ebdon and Jordan saw Hatzi being fouled in the box and
a penalty awarded. For the second time this season Pool had a penalty saved. At the other end Caine made one crucial save to maintain Pool’s advantage. The game was over soon afterwards though when Wagstaff raced on to a long ball to
emphatically drill a half-volley into the bottom corner and seal the game at 2-0. An
altogether assured performance.
Team: Andy Caine,
Rob Graham, Andy Graham, Tristan Holdsworth, Frank Moran, Neil Ebdon, Dean Wagstaff, Dec Kelly, Jordan Wagstaff, Michael Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou, Tom O’Donnel,
Matthew White
30th August
2008
Wetherby
Athletic 2-3 Pool AFC
Pool were barely off the A1 before they were 2 0 down. Two sloppy
defensive goals almost handed the game to Wetherby within the first ten minutes.
Once Pool caught up with the game they began to dominate. Nick
Hatz got one back for Pool before the half time break.
Pool came out for the second half with true determination. Dean
Wagstaff scored the equaliser and the winner for Pool. Pool dominated the second half not allowing Wetherby any time to settle
on the ball. Pools second half dominance may not be reflected in the score line but more in the fact that Michael Jordan had
four goals disallowed (all for offside).
Team:
Ed Neale, Rob Graham,
Frank Moran, Rich Saxon, Neil Ebdon, Dean Wagstaff, Dec Kelly, Jordan Wagstaff, Michael Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou
Ryan and Sam
27th August
2008
Pool
AFC 3-2 Otley Town
Pool had to make changes again to entertain local rivals Otley.
Pool showed dominance early on and took a two goal lead with Michael
Jordan scoring them both.
Otley scored early in the second half and again with 20 minutes
remaining. Dean Wagstaff restored Pool deserved advantage with 5 minutes remaining. This ended a good night for Otley Town
old boys Wagstaff and Jordan.
Team:
Andy Caine, Rob Graham,
Paul Wilkinson, Rich Saxon, Neil Ebdon, Dean Wagstaff, Tom O’Donnel, Jordan Wagstaff, Michael Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou
Shaun Joyce, Dec Kelly, Frank Moran
23rd August 2008
Aberford 2-2 Pool AFC
A despondent Pool arrived
at Aberford as the point table did not reflect a fair summary. Manager Dennison galvanised the troops – who again were
forced into changes – Winterburn rolled back the years and appeared between the goal posts.
Pool got off to a very good
start with Dean Wagstaff scoring after 20 minutes – short of nothing Pool deserved with their dominance. A second goal
closely followed after good work from Hatzikonstantinou, Ebdon and Wagstaff (J) enabled Wagstaff (D) to cannon a ball of the
post into a helpless defender to cross the line.
Keeper Winterburn then made
a good save at the feet of Aberford number 9 – injuring himself in the process – stud to the back of the head.
Winterburn could do little about Aberford first goal after poor defending. The goal, just before half time could not have
come at a worst time for the visitors.
The second half was a scrappy
affair and the forth goal of the game could have gone either way. Mick Evans, Pool old boy, scored the equaliser with 15 minutes
left. Pool reaction was first class and dominated the remaining 15 mins and should have taken all 3 points. Hatzikonstantinou
had one cleared off the line and Joyce missed a penalty with 5 minutes to go. A strong feeling of 2 points dropped from Dennison’s
boys!
Team:
Steve Winterburn,
Rob Graham, Andy Graham, Rich, Neil Ebdon, Trison Holdsworth, Dean Wagstaff, Tom O’Donnel, Jordan Wagstaff, Michael
Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou
Shaun Joyce, Dec Kelly
21st August 2008
Pool
AFC 0-1 Leeds City
Pool had to make changes form Saturday’s defeat to Beeston, Wilkinson replaced
Caine in goal, Newsome due to chest pains was replaced by Rich and Dec was preferred to Wagstaff (J).
Pool quickly got into the
stride of the game but were met by a very determined Leeds City keeper
– who twice denied Wagstaff (D). Leeds City scored the only goal of the game just before half time with a well worked free-kick.
Pool continuned to dominate
in the second half but could not find an equaliser.
Team:
Paul Wilkinson,
Rob Graham, Andy Graham, Rich, Neil Ebdon, Dec Kelly, Dean Wagstaff, Tom O’Donnel, Matthew White, Michael Jordan, Nicholas
Hatzikonstantinou
Shaun Joyce, Kieran, Jordan Wagstaff
16th August 2008
Beeston 3-0
Pool AFC
Pool arrived at Beeston full
of hope for the new season, new signing of Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou and Andy Caine (keeper) bolster the squad.
With not much playing time
for the team due to other commitments during pre season found themselves 2 down before half time. The third goal of the game
was crucial and could have gone either way but unfortunately for Pool is was Beeston which cam away with a 3 – 0 victory.
Pool competed
and showed that with more game time amongst themselves they will be able to compete with the title contenders.
Team:
Andy Caine,
Rob Graham, Andy Graham, Paul Newsome, Neil Ebdon, Jordan Wagstaff, Dean Wagstaff, Tom O’Donnel, Matthew White, Michael
Jordan, Nicholas Hatzikonstantinou
Shaun Joyce,
Dec Kelly, Rich
14th
May 2008
Howden
Clough 2-2 Pool AFC
Last
but one game of the season, and despite being save in the league Pool were expected to win this mid-week clash, but they didn't.
Yet again the officials were a talking point for both Clough goals. Pool managed an equaliser inthe last 5 miutes of open
play to earn another point. Pool are at home on Saturday to play their last match of a very long season.
10th May
2008
Ossett
Rovers 5-1 Pool AFC
Pool Defence lost
their heads in the second half and Ossett Rovers ran rings round them and smashed home 5 goals in the half to send Pool players
packing with their tails between their legs. Pool had played well in the first half, taking a well earned 1-0 lead through
a Jordan header but then switched off at half time.
30th April
2008
Beeston
AFC 7-2 Pool AFC
Pool
slip again. Short in numbers, Pool arrived at Beeston hoping to pull back some points after the disappointment at Wetherby
but it was not to be after players giving back words or turning up late Pool were up against it.
Pool
went down 7-2 which actually turned out to be quite an entertaining game to watch.
26th April
2008
Wetherby
AFC 3-2 Pool AFC
After
such a good win mid-week, Pool let themselves down against Wetherby. Manager Martin Dennison said it was a shocking display
after the win away to Field.
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23th April
2008
Fields
AFC 0-1 Pool
Pool
traveled to Fields Sports on Wednesday evening to try and upset Field promotion hopes. Past results between these two sides guaranteed an entertaining match. Fields players and manager did nothing but moan about every referee's decision
where Pool just kept their heads and battled well. In the 28th Minutes Matthew White put Pool in front with a thunderous
strike from outside the box. The top spin and power prevented the keeper pushing it over the bar and with that being the only
goalorf the match, Pool took another 3 points to add to their tally.
19th April
2008
Pool
0-0 Knarsborough Town
Pool
played hosts to Knarsborough Town at the weekend and manged a 0-0 draw against a third placed premier side who thumped pool
6-0 at the start of the season. pool played some good football and were unlucky not to take 3 points, but it has to be said
Edward Neale the Pool Keeper had an excellent game and pulled off good saves on more than one occasion.
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16th April
2008
Whitkirk
Wonderers 2-2 Pool
Pool
traveled to Whitkirk hoping to continue creeping up the league table but had to battle hard after being reduced to 10 men
after the referee deceided that a perfectly hard timed tackle was a dangerous one. Skipper Andy Graham saw the red card appear
from the officials pocket and could not believe his eyes. Pool managed to hold on for a 2-2 draw.
12th April
2008
Rothwell 2-2
Pool
Pool traveled to
strugglers Rothwell Town at the weekend to secure their place in the Premiership for next
season. Rothwell opened the scoring with a goal mouth scramble but Shaun Joyce pulled a goal back before half time from the
penalty spot after Matthew White was dragged down. Pool then took the lead with 15 minutes remaining but couldn't hold
out for the three points as Rothwell stole a late equaliser. Pool Travel to Whitkirk mid week.
9th April
2008
Bardsey 2-3
Pool
Thompson (19,82)
Steve (62)
Pool
upset any chance Bardsey had of finishing in the top 3 last night after beating them 3-2 away from home which was a thrill
to watch. The winning goal was thumped home by Chris Thompson with his head to give Pool a bit of breathing space from the
drop zone.
5th April
2008
Sherburn
White Rose 1-0 Pool
Pool were denied
any points that they deserved at the weekend with a shocking decision by an official. Talk about spoiling a good game!. A
young linesman running the top side of the pitch missed a blatant off side which caused an eruption. Then to top things off
he then flagged 20 yards away from the corner flag that he was running towards, to indicate that a hooked clearance off the
line from defender Paul Wilkinson had actually gone over the line! The referee gave the goal and that was that. Hard lines
Pool.
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