CARTERTON FOOTBALL CLUB Kilkenny Lane, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 1DY 2007 - 2008 season
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U 7's   - non league  

Manager	Steve Felstead	(m) 07967333246
Ass Manager	Murray Hawken
Admin Sec
Sponsors
Training	Tuesday	6 - 7pm Indoors @ Carterton Community College Gymnasium (yellow roof)

Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
1.3.08	Yarnton v CFC U 7
23.2.08	CFC U 7 v Tower Hill KO 10.30am

U 8's -  West Div - Blue League  

Manager	Gary Wootton	Tel: contact Ann Callen see contacts page
Ass Manager/Coach	David Hughes	Tel: 01993 867406 (m) 07967 121259
Admin Sec
Sponsors
Training	Wednesday 6 – 7 pm I	Indoors Carterton Community College

Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
5.1.08	Charlbury Town Youth 2 v 0 CFC U 8
15.12.07	Charlbury Town Youth 2 v 0 CFC U 8
24.11.07	Bourton Rovers Youth 0 v 1 CFC U 8
17.11.07	CFC U 8 2 v 0 Bampton Town
10.11.07	Wychwood 3 v 0 CFC u 8
3.11.07	Hook Norton 0 v 1 CFC U 8
13.10.07	CFC U 8 0 v 1 Charlbury Town Youth
21.9.07	CFC U 8 1 v 2 Bourton Rovers Youth match report from W&DYL Web site….. (Friday evening) Carterton went in front with a Harry Davies penalty. Bourton equalized in the second half, end to end football. Both teams battling hard and could have been anyone's game. Both teams were tiring towards the end, could have been anyone's match to win. Unfortunately for Carterton,  Bourton managed to score a second goal. Well done to both teams for an exciting and hardworking game of football
15.9.07	CFC U 8 v Wychwood - match postponed
8.9.07	Bampton Town 0 v 7 CFC U 8

U 9's - A League           

Manager	Iain Buchanan	(h) 01993 845454 (m) 07869102748
Ass Manager/Coach	Mark Godwin
Admin Sec	Sarah Godwin
Sponsors
Training	Wednesday 6 - 7pm	Carterton Astro Turf

Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
15.3.08	CFC U 9 0 v 1 Bampton Town match report by Iain Buchanan…..A great game of football at Monahan way saw a good Bampton side inflict only the second loss of the season on Carterton, a team needing a victory to keep any chance of winning the league alive. Some great goalkeeping by Bampton prevented shots from Dan Godwin and James Buchanan scoring in the first half. At the other end Billy King pulled off a fine save when the Bampton striker broke free in the second half. A hand ball outside the Carterton area presented Bampton with a shooting opportunity with seven minutes to go. Up stepped Ben Moss to hit an unstoppable free kick into the top corner.  Carterton battled hard to get back onto the game but to no avail.  Well done to Bampton who have produced two great performances against Carterton this season<hr>.
9.2.08	Brackley Town Saints v CFC U9
2.2.08	CFC v Bourton Rovers Youth
26.1.08	Bloxham v CFC U 9
19.1.08	KO Cup …..CFC U 9 0 v 5 Banbury Match report by Iain Buchanan….. Once again the pitches at Carterton beat the weather.  As a result Banbury had to travel for their reversed home game in the Knockout Cup. Knowing that Banbury were unbeaten this season, Carterton left nothing to chance and everyone of the ten players involved played to their best abilities.  James Buchanan gave Banbury notice of the teams intent, when with less than a minute on the clock he struck the far post with a good shot from just inside the box.  Unfortunately Matt Dodd following in just missed the rebounding ball.  Banbury pressed forward and found themselves with a throw in level with the Carterton box.  A long throw saw the ball finish up in the back of the net.  Fortunately for the stunned Carterton crowd, no one had touched the ball and the goal didn’t stand.  Carterton scored their first goal after 7 minutes when James Buchanan cut in from the right to score from the edge of the box.  The game was still very open with some good Banbury attacks but shortly before half time Dan Godwin picked up the ball just inside the Banbury half. He drove forward and unleashed a shot from 20 yards to make the score more comfortable for the away team. The second half saw Carterton once more pressing forward with some good work from Leo McLaughlin.  James Buchanan scored twice for his hatrick within five minutes of the restart to put the game beyond reach.  Joint MOTMs James Buchanan and Leo McLaughlin then made way for Shaheer Alam and Joseph Maddalena.  Banbury, to their great credit continued to make a game of it pressing forward at every opportunity.  They had a one on one against in form Billy King in the Carterton goal and unfortunately put the ball wide of the goal.  Aaron Cook, now playing centre midfield claimed the fifth when his shot was deflected past the Banbury keeper.  Tom Puddle almost made it six but he put his volley just wide of the post.  All credit to Banbury and best wishes as they hope to clinch the league title soon.  Also a massive vote of thanks to Dean Northam, the referee, who had an outstanding game and really impressed the boys and coaches.
12.1.08	Addenbury Juniors 0 v 1v CFC U 9
5.1.08	CFC U9 4 v 4 Launton Boys
15.12.07	Grendon Rangers 1 v 1 CFC U 9
8.12.07	Ducklington 1 v 1 CFC U 9 Match report from the W&DYFL Web site…..Ducklington and Carterton met for the second time this season on a very wet and cold morning. Both teams started well with Ducklington creating some good chances during the first half. Ashley Harding was unlucky hitting the post and Jack Booth shot wide. Carterton made their own chances and in the closing minutes of the first half a 50/50 challenge on Neil Atkinson in goal for Ducklington and a small pile up in the mud allowed the ball to spring out to the right of the box and a lovely finish and some quick thinking from James Buchanan made it one nil Carterton. The second half started well for Ducklington who created some good chances, Carterton counter attacked well but Jamie Francis, Neil Atkinson (in goal) and Kieran Fallon were in control at the back. With Finn O'Hickey, Ashley Harding and Jack Booth winning good ball in the middle. Ducklington kept pressing and playing some good football and eventually Elliott Heritage picked up a nice pass and his turn and strike made it one all. Ducklington then pressed forward in the last 10 minutes and had some great chances and their hard work looked to have paid off when Ashley Harding struck a 25 yard shot heading for the top of the net but Billy King made an excellent save tipping it over the bar. Good defending from Carterton and a couple of missed shots kept the game all square. Despite the conditions all the players showed total commitment and both managers should be proud of the lads efforts.
1.12.07	KO Cup…..Adderbury Town 0 v 0 CFC U 9 (AET 0-0) Pen 2 v 4 Giving CFC Win
24.11.07	CFC U 9 4 v 0 Brackley Town Saints
10.11.07	KO cup 1st round…..WITNEY VIKINGS 0 v 6 CFC U9 Match report by Iain Buchanan…..The first round of the cup saw Carterton travel away to Witney Vikings. Carterton settled quickly and were ahead inside the first minute. Tom Puddle crossed to James Buchanan who controlled the ball and turned to fire past the keeper from just inside the box. Within five minute the second goal was set up by James Buchanan. He harried the Witney defence on the edge of their own box, stole the ball and crossed for Matt Dodd to sprint in from the left and slide the ball into an empty net. Carterton came close to their third with Aaron Cook heading just over from an in swinging corner from Daniel Godwin.  Witney pressed forward themselves but the in form Billy King was solid in goal. The second half started well with MOTM Matt Dodd turning well inside the box. He laid the ball back for Daniel Godwin to hit an unstoppable shot from the edge of the box.  Good wing play by Tom Puddle made the fourth for Carterton. His cross was hit well by James Buchanan; the keeper could only parry the ball to the feet of Leo Mcloughlin who calmly slotted the ball home. Daniel Godwin received a blow on the nose causing it to bleed and he made way for Craig Foster to play as last man. Craig was soon involved in creating the fifth. He forged forward from his own box and played a great pass into the stride of Tom Puddle. His excellent cross was hit first time by Leo McLoughlin. His shot came back off the post but Matt Dodd was on hand to stroke the ball home from close range. The final goal was a great volley from outside the box. James Buchanan teed himself up and hit the ball sweetly into the top of the net. A great team performance by Carterton but full marks to Witney Vikings for never giving up
3.11.07	CFC U 9  2 v 1 Bloxham Match report by Iain Buchanan….. A sunny morning at Kilkenny lane saw both teams quickly out of the blocks.  After 5 minutes James Buchanan broke into the box, George Capel saved his initial shot, but James was quickly onto the loose ball and slid it into an empty net. Bloxham forced a good save out of the in form Billy King, diving at the striker’s feet. Carterton were soon looking for a second; James Buchanan again coming close with a shot cleared off the line.  Matt Dodd did manage to increase the lead; he found himself in space on the edge of the box and drilled a shot high into the net. Tom Puddle almost increased the lead further. He took the ball around a defender but George Capel pushed his high shot onto the bar; a good save The Bloxham half time team talk must have been extremely good. Straight from the kick off Bloxham were first to every ball and were soon rewarded with a well-worked goal. Some good interplay from inside their own half led to a great strike from Declan Desousa.  Bloxham continued to play well and fortunately Carterton woke up and started to string some passes together.  Aaron Cook and Leo McLoughlin, in defence, continued to hold firm and Carterton eventually ran out 2-1 winners of a well-fought match.
13.10.07	Bampton Town 0 v 2 CFC U 9 Match report by Iain Buchanan…..Considering the league positions this looked to be an easy game for Carterton.  Unfortunately Bampton hadn’t read the script. Bampton got off to much the better start and held territorial advantage for most of the first half with Billy King in the Carterton goal called into regular action. Aaron Cook’s pace at the back was a saviour for Carterton against a very quick Bampton team.  On one of Carterton’s good forays into the Bampton half a quick pass found James Buchanan on the right edge of the box.  He took one touch, turning to strike the ball beyond the Bampton keeper into the top right hand corner of the net.  Carterton were given a stern warning at half time and came out for the second half playing better football.  From a throw in on the left side the ball was struck sweetly by man of the match Daniel Godwin.  From outside the area the ball was just too high for the Bampton keeper and Carterton found themselves with a two goal cushion. Matt Dodd and Leo McLoughlin made way for Craig Foster and Shaheer Alam as Carterton looked to hold onto their lead.   Bampton must count themselves unlucky not to have scored and must surely start winning matches soon considering their performance.  Carterton were grateful to have won a game which they failed to dominate, but as they say, football’s a funny old game.
6.10.07	CFC U 9 0 v 0 Addenbury Juniors
29.9.07	LAUNTON BOYS 0 v 4 CFC U 9 Match report by Iain Buchanan…..Carterton’s first away match saw them start as they finished against Grendon the week before. Launton were fielding a slightly weaker side with the normally influential Zarius Edwards-Giraud out through illness.  Carterton were quick out of the blocks and had the early pressure. Carterton won a throw on the right of midfield; Craig Foster was told to “get in the game” by the coach, which he promptly did, latching on the loose ball and racing from the half way line and confidently slotting the ball past the advancing keeper. Carterton settled and soon James Buchanan took the ball on the edge of the box. He beat two defenders and slammed the ball home. The third came before half time when an in swinging cross from the in form Daniel Godwin was deflected into the net by a Launton defender. The second half saw more attacking football from Launton but Aaron Cook and MOTM Leo McLoughlin held firm with some timely assistance from Tom Puddle covering from midfield. Billy King was solid in the Carterton goal with his quick thinking releasing the attack with fast long kicks. As the game ran into the last five minutes a steady attack presented Tom Puddle with a shot on goal. Unfortunately for him the Launton keeper parried the ball, but only to the feet of James Buchanan who was on hand to stroke home the fourth.
22.9.07	CFC U 9 1 v 1 Grendon Rangers H
15.9.07	CFC U 9 2 v  0 Ducklington Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Carterton started the better of the two sides and put some good early pressure on the Ducklington defence. Their hard work was rewarded when they broke through for their first goal early on in the game, scored by James Buchanan. Ducklington made a few decent moves after that but found it difficult to get through Carterton's defence. Further possession from Carterton was rewarded with their second goal just before half time which was well taken by Aaron Cook. Some changes for Ducklington at half time seemed bring them back into the game. They began to pass the ball better creating chances at the Carterton end, but Carterton's defence and keeper kept the Ducklington attempts out, to keep the score 2 0 Carterton at full time. A good game of football played in a good spirit on a very warm morning.
8.9.07	CFC U 9 0 v 2 Tower Hill Match report by Iain Buchanan…..The first league meeting for the two teams was not the ideal choice for either manager as the opener to the season. However, both teams started out well in what was a real end to end affair. Overall Carterton just edged the first half, seeing two opportunities turned onto the post with some good goalkeeping from an in-form Tower Hill keeper. The second half continued with good play from both sides and with 5 minutes to go the match looked to be heading for a stalemate. With Carterton pushing forward, they were punished by a quick break from Tower Hill. Caught with only one player back Carterton were punished by a clinical finish, much to the delight of the large away contingent. Carterton tried straight from the kick off to find an equalizer but were again punished for pushing too many players forward, with Tower Hill once again countering at speed to put the game beyond doubt. A great game of football from both teams in what promises to be an exciting league. Well done Tower Hill

U 9 Colts   - C League     

Manager	Andy Peatman	(m) 07815739220
Ass Manager/Coach
Admin Sec
Sponsors	Kaim Todner Solicitors. Tel 02073536660
Training	Wednesday 6 - 7pm	Carterton Astro Turf

Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
9.2.08	CFC U 9 Colts v Moreton Rangers
2.2.08	Marsh Gibbon v CFC U 9 Colts
26.1.08	CFC U 9 Colts v Kingston Colts
5.1.08	CFC U 9 Colts 1 v 2 Yarnton Blues Match report by Andy Peatman….. The first game of the New Year saw CFC Colts take on Yarnton Blues in what was to prove a very entertaining game. The first half kicked off at 12pm and both teams seemed equally matched. The Colts midfield of Jai Smith, Charlie Jarrusso and Alex Evans (in his final game for the Colts) were working hard and causing Yarnton problems. Yarntons’ No10 Hayden Hathaway and No 3 Lloyd Belcher both put in an outstanding performance with some perfectly timed tackles. The game ebbed and flowed with both teams creating chances and both keepers called in to action. On the 12 minute mark the deadlock was broken when Charlie Jarrusso fired in a stunning low ball for his first goal of the season. H/T 1-0 Colts. The second half continued in the same spirit as the first with both teams eager to score. Yarnton just had the edge over the Colts and started to make some good driving attacks at goal. Goals from Lloyd Belcher and Hayden Hathaway, who really were impressive, gave Yarnton a deserved and first win of the season. F/T 1-2 Yarnton. Colts MOTM went to Brandon Peatman for another solid performance. Well done to both teams for a very good game of football.
15.12.07	Banbury United v CFC U 9 Colts …..match postponed
8.12.07	CFC U 9 Colts 1 v 1v Banbury Town Youth Match report by Andy Peatman…..Today saw CFC Colts take on the league leaders Banbury Town Youth. The Colts Knew this was going to be a hard game as BTY are unbeaten this season. The game kicked off at 10.30 with the rain falling steadily. Both teams started well with some fluid passing. BTY put some early pressure on the Colts, a shot saved by the inform Brandon Peatman, was taken out of his hands and in the goal mouth scramble BTY were unlucky not to have taken an early lead. Jordan Williams was on hand to save the Colts with an inspired goal line clearance. It wasn’t long before Colts returned the pressure, some excellent passing by the Colts mid field (Jordan Clack, Charlie McEnnis and Jordan Williams) made sure that the BTY had some work to do. The game was end to end stuff and the back 3 of David Lowe, Rhys Long and Liam Barnes kept there shape well and made some fine tackles. It was only a matter of time before the deadlock was broken, and just before half time BTY took the lead with a well worked corner and a cracking shot from outside of the area. H/T 0-1 The Colts made a couple of changes at half time with Alex Evans and Jai Smith replacing Jordan C and Rhys. The Colts were playing some really neat football and were rewarded for their hard work when the ball fell to Charlie McEnnis, who struck home a low driving shot into the right hand side of the goal. BTY continued to look for the winner but some stalwart defending by Liam and Jai and again some good stops by the Colts keeper ensured the score remained level. Colts had a great chance win the game with 2 minutes to go when a through ball to Alex left him with only the BTY keeper to beat. The ball was struck sweetly at pace but the keeper expertly held on to it. The game finished 1-1. Liam Barnes received MOTM for Colts for his excellent defending and commitment. Extremely well done to both teams who put on a very entertaining game of football despite the weather.
1.12.07	Wychwood v CFC U 9 Colts …..match postponed
24.11.07	Moreton Rangers 3 v 0  CFC U 9 Colts
17.11.07	CFC U 9 Colts 2 v 0 Marsh Gibbon Match report by Andy Peatman….. Carterton Colts met Marsh Gibbon in what was to be their first league win of the season. The first half kicked off at 10.30 and right from the start it was clear that it was going to be a hard fought game. From the K/O Marsh Gibbon made their first attack of the game, the defensive trio of Jai Smith, David Lowe and Charlie Jarrusso were comfortable at the back and were able to stop it. Colts then broke back and some fluid passing from Charlie McEnnis, Connor Harrison and Jordan Clack set up Colts first attack of the game. Marsh Gibbons’ No 4 Harry Tutt and No 6 Cameron Wakeron defended well and were able to thwart the Colts. The first half became a battle in the midfield area with both teams having periods of possession and it was hard for either team to create any chances with both defences playing so well. Marsh Gibbon had a couple of chances to open the scoring with some well taken corners but Brandon Peatman in goal for the Colts kept his defence tight. H/T 0 -0 The second half started in the same vain as the first with both teams eager to break the deadlock. On the 20 minute mark Colts finally managed to do just that. A move down the right saw Charlie McEnnis chip a beautiful shot over the Marsh Gibbon keeper which was then handballed off the line. Marsh Gibbons keeper Tom Maskell was unlucky not to save the resultant penalty, having got a hand to the ball; the power in the shot carried it into the back of the net. Marsh Gibbon came out looking for the equaliser and No7 Luke Fox was making it difficult for the Colts back 3. With 5 minutes to go the Colts made the game safe when Connor Harrison (MOTM) got himself into a wide right position and put in a great cross to Jordan Clack, who slotted in the ball at the near post. The game ended 2 – 0 to the Colts. Well done to both teams for a very entertaining game of football.
10.11.07	Bampton 2 v 1  CFC U 9 Colts Match report by Andy Peatman….An early KO at Bampton saw a first time meeting between these two teams which proved to be a very exciting game. The Colts came into this game as the under dogs but soon proved that they were up for the challenge. After last weeks performance Liam Barnes was again moved into an outfield position to take on the defensive duties along side David Lowe and Rhys Long. Both teams were playing some very good football, with lots of fluid passing and some great tackling. Bampton put Colts under some early pressure but the defence was solid at the back. Colts midfield of Alex Evans, Jordan Williams and Jordan Clack looked to be having the run of play with some probing attacks and were rewarded for there efforts on the 8 minute mark. A quick thinking pass by David allowed Colts to break with Jordan Clack running down the left wing, a look up and a neatly threaded ball to Alex saw him hit a low shot under the diving Bampton Keeper into the bottom left of the goal. The game was still a close run thing until Bampton made a break down the right, Thomas Jones was allowed time to make a cross come shot that dipped just over the head of the Colts keeper. H/T 1 – 1. The second half started at the same tempo as the first and Colts came close to scoring a second with an effort from Jordan Clack. It was clear that Bampton wanted something from the game and set off on another attack down the right which the Colts defence managed to put out for a corner. Bampton took a good corner which Jordan Williams unwittingly headed towards his own goal, a last ditch attempt by Rhys Long to clear the ball off the line saw it unfortunately go the wrong side of the crossbar to make it 2 – 1 to Bampton. The rest of the half saw Bampton confine Colts to there own half with the defence under intense pressure. An outstanding performance by Brandon Peatman (MOTM) in goal making one brilliant save after another kept Colts in the game. In the last minute Bampton had a chance to score again when Ben Moss twisted and turned in the box before releasing a cracking shot which crashed against the crossbar. So the game finished with the score a respectable 2 – 1 at full time. Well done to both teams who really did there Managers and supporters proud. Good luck to Bampton in there cup campaign
3.11.07	Kingston 2 v 1 CFC Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…..The match began well for both teams and was a closely fought contest between two equally matched teams, but the breakthrough goal came in the 21st minute with a quick build up from Kingston with Charlie Rowland with some brilliant work down the left wing and firing a shot high into the top left corner of the net. The Carterton defensive team of David Lowe, Leighvi Smith and Mathew Jobling were working extremely hard with some outstanding defending from Mathew Jobling who showed some nice touches and tough tackles, The first half came to close but the game was still very well poised. The Second half started with Carterton applying all the pressure and driving forward in search for the equalizer with both Connor Harrison and Charlie McInnes going close. Carterton then made a substitution with Alex Evans coming on for Connor Harrison but before Carterton had time to settle in, Kingston hit them with a quick break from Alex Marks who fired a low shot into the bottom left corner which the Colts keeper Brandon Peatman almost turned away but was powerless to stop it. But at 2-0 to Kingston, the Carterton colts team were not to be denied the goal they so craved for all the efforts they had displayed during the game and the goal finally came with 10 minutes of the game still remaining with some nice work down the center from Jordon Clack who went on a Amazing run before passing the ball to Charlie McInnes on the right wing who looked up and saw Alex Evans making a run down the left and finding him with a neat long ranged pass which Alex Evans took in his stride for him to release a thunderbolt of a shot towards the top right corner of the Kingston goal only to see the keeper make a brilliant save but Alex followed up the ball and tapped the rebound into an unguarded net making the score 2-1 but Carterton could not find a second goal and the game finished 2-1 in favour of Kingston Colts. Carterton were so unlucky not to come away with a draw for which they surely deserved. Man of the Match for their Outstanding contribution to the game went to Mathew Jobling
6.10.07	Charlbury Town Youth 0 v 0 CFC U 9 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Another good day for a game of football saw Charlbury take on Carterton Colts. The teams only played against each other the week before so they both new what sort of game was ahead. Carterton started the stronger with some early pressure, the front two of Connor Harrison and Carterton's man of the match Charlie McEnnis were working well together but Charlbury held firm with Owen Bodman Charlbury's man of the match putting in some good winning tackles in defence. Charlbury had to make a substitution half way through the first half which unbalanced them for a while but both teams put on a great game of football for everyone to watch. Josh Rhodes came close with some good running for Charlbury but it wasn't to be. The final score was a fair result well done both teams.
29.9.07	CFC U 9 Colts 1 v 3 Charlbury Town Match report by Andy Peatman…..An early start at Monahan Way saw CFC Colts take on Charlbury Town Youth. After a narrow defeat last week the Colts were looking to take something from this game. The game kicked off at 9.30 and looked to be evenly matched, but some good movement by CTY had the Colts defence under some early pressure. Matthew Jobling, Leighvi Smith and Jordan Clack were defending well and were able to thwart most of what Charlbury threw at them. At the other end the Colts midfield (Alex Evans, Charlie McEnnis and Charlie Jarrusso) were passing well and could have scored but for the excellent Charlie Quarterman in goal for Charlbury. At 12 minutes the game looked to be going to 0-0 at half time when Charlbury, through some slick passing, fired in the opener passed the diving Liam Barnes. The Colts were still reeling from the first goal when Charlbury fired in a 2nd a minute later. The Colts defence lost their shape and right on the stroke of half time Charlbury slotted home a 3rd goal to almost certainly seal the 3 points. The second half was a different game, the Colts, to their credit, looked like they wanted to salvage something. The first Colts attack came from a long throw from Alex to Connor Harrison (MOTM) at the far post, which saw his sweetly struck volley go just wide of the post. Charlbury came back and some good saves by Liam kept the Colts in with a chance. Colts goal finally came when a Connor made a strong run and a precision pass to Alex who was able to strike the ball home. The Colts cold have scored at least 3 more but the Charlbury keeper was unstoppable and made some really brave saves. Full time 1-3. Congratulations to the Charlbury goal scorers Nicholas Hoyle and Ross Hedigan and also well done to Owen Bodman who was very strong at the back.  An entertaining game all round.
22.9.07	CFC U 9 Colts 1 v 2 Banbury United Match report by Andy Peatman…..A first league meeting for these two teams, which was to prove an entertaining game from start to finish. United won the toss and took the kick off and straight away made a good attacking run down the centre, some good defending by David Lowe stopped United in there tracks and set the Colts off on a their first attack of the morning. The United defence was equal to the challenge, and so the game went on with both teams sharing periods of possession. 6 minutes in saw United just take the edge over the Colts. A shot from what seemed an impossible angle from the right wing had the Colts keeper, Managers and spectators stunned as it flew into the top left corner. 0-1. Colts pushed on from that and were looking to even things up; some quick passing by Jordan Clack, Charlie McEnnis, Connor Harrison and Rhys Long had United on the back foot, unfortunately this left us open at the back and United capitalised. A break down the right wing again saw a shot from an impossible angle slip under the Colts Cross bar. 0-2.   A substitution was made on the 11 min mark, which saw Alex Evans come on for an injured Jordan. A quick thinking pass by Connor to Alex saw him pass a defender to strike home a lovely shot under the diving United keeper. 1-2. The second half turned into a stalemate and although there were plenty of chances at both ends neither team was able to capitalize. United were very unlucky not to increase their lead when Max Gilkes floated a precision cross to Dan Greasby, who took a magnificent first time volley, only to see it go 6 inches above the cross bar. (Would have been goal of the season!). Some excellent goal keeping by Brandon Peatman and timely tackles by David (Colts MOTM) ensured that the game remained 2-1 to United. Well done to United two scorers Max and Dan and well done to both teams for a hard fought game.
15.9.07	Banbury Town Youth v CFC U 9 Colts…..match postponed
8.9.07	CFC U 9 Colts 2 v 2v Wychwood Match report by Andy Peatman…..The first game of the season saw Carterton Colts at home to Wychwood. Liam Barnes made his debut as Carterton's’ keeper allowing Brandon Peatman to move into a midfield position. The first half kicked off at 11.20 and right from the whistle both teams were eager to make their mark. The Colts were playing well and the defensive partnership of David Lowe and Thomas Joynes ensured that the Wychwood attacks were broken down. Brandon, Connor Harrison, Charlie McEnnis and Matthew Jobling in midfield were equally up to the challenge, showing great strength and some impressive tackling. Some great passing and link up play saw Connor running at goal, only to be thwarted by a very impressive No 15 George Parker. Wychwoods’ Scott Joy and Ellie Larkin were looking dangerous and some good passing runs caused the Colts some heart stopping moments. Some fine saves from Liam kept the Colts in it. Just before half time the deadlock was broken when Brandon played a great through ball to Jordan Williams who took a magnificent first time cross to Charlie who thumped the ball home. 1 – 0 Colts. The second half saw Colts put under pressure by a determined Wychwood side and it’s fair to say they had much of the possession. Again the ever impressive Scott and Ellie, along with James Smith, Jack Souch and Thomas Wren were now causing the Colts defence some major problems. 5 minutes into the second half Wychwood won a corner, No8 William Wren delivered a magical corner that curled straight into the Colts net 1 – 1. The second goal came from a Wychwood counter attack that Liam was unable to stop 2 – 1. Wychwood could have made it 3 or 4 as they were not only denied by the post twice but also by an excellent clearance off the near post by Thomas. The pressure was still on but the Colts never gave up and battled hard and some great defensive tackles from Rhys Long and Jai Smith allowed the Colts to break. 1 minute from time Charlie Jarrusso made a twisting run up the left wing before laying off a pass to Charlie McEnnis who crossed into the box, unfortunately the Wychwood keeper couldn’t hold the ball and Jordan Williams (MOTM) struck the ball sweetly into the net for a well deserved equalizer. Final score 2 -2. Well done to both teams for a thoroughly entertaining game from start to finish

U 10's   - C League    

Manager	Bill Jenkins	(m) 07767238607
Ass Manager/Coach	Alan Adair Neil Gough	(m) 07967736022 (m) 07974367819
Admin Sec	Rachel Jenkins
Sponsors	Hinton Sky Dive Centre, Hinton Airfield, Steane, Brackley, Northants NN13 5NS.  Tel: 01295 812300. Fax: 01295 812400    www.skydive.co.uk
	Robert Taylor Estates Agents Tel: 01993 840214/ 01993 843821     www.rightmove.co.uk
	Mr Harry Watts, Dorris Watts Nursing Home
Training	Thursday 6 - 7pm	Carterton Astro Turf

Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
26.4.08	U10s ‘C’ League Match: Eynsham Youth 0 V 2 Carterton FC Carterton ‘C’ league Champions visited Eynsham Youth for the last game of the season looking to finish on a high note and with Eynsham chasing a possible 4th place finish. Carterton were well aware that they would be in for a tough match, on a very hot glorious morning, and they weren’t disappointed.  Both teams settled quickly in to the game and although Carterton had plenty of scoring opportunities in the first half none of them was strong enough to really test the Eynsham goal keeper who was in fine form.  Eynsham had the best of the opportunities to score in the first half when their striker broke free of the Carterton defence and struck a great shot at the goal only to see the Carterton goal keeper Reiss Howard parry the ball against the cross bar.  The teams turned around at half time all square and a little fatigued in the hot weather.  Carterton however were the more persistent of the two teams in their defending and attacking attitude and eventually it paid off in the last five minutes of the match.  Gareth Jenkins scored Cartertons’ first goal by slipping out-side a defender on the left and driving a left shot home  from the edge of the goal area just past the Eynsham left post.  Following this late goal Eynsham seemed to push nearly everyone up the pitch for a last minute attack only to be hit on the break from a great clearance by Reiss Howard that was collected by Jack Blackburn who in turn passed the ball out to the left for Gareth Jenkins to run onto and go pass the defender to strike hard home from the edge of the box for his second goal to secure the win.  This was a really entertaining match to watch by both sides and a great finish to the season.  Cartertons’ Man of the Match was Gareth Jenkins for a fine brace of Goals.
		Back row L to R: Bill Jenkins, Jordon Haines, James Clark, Jake Haines, Gareth Jenkins (Capt), Dylan Moyce, Ross De la Haye, Steven Coleman, Jason Cobb. Front Row L to R: Ben Cobb, Ryan Brooksbank, Michael McGugan, Jack Blackburn, Reiss Howard, Mikey Pits, Paddy Collett.
19.4.08	KO Cup Final day
12.4.08	Eynsham v CFC U 10
5.4.08	Bloxham v CFC U 10
29.3.08	CFC U 10 3 v 2 Combe Junior Sport …..match report by Bill Jenkins…..Even with the league won Carterton were fully aware that Coombe would give them a competitive game today and they were not disappointed.  Both teams started very well, but it was Coombe that managed to get players in behind the Carterton defence to open up the scoring after about 5 mins of play with a well struck effort from Lewis Harris.  Coombe were looking very lively at this stage and Carterton had to up their game a gear to stay with them.  Carterton’s first goal came after 12 minutes with Carterton’s Gareth Jenkins putting Jack Blackburn through into the box to drive home the equaliser.  Carterton scored their second goal 5 mins later with Jack Blackburn receiving the ball in the Coombe goal area from a throw-in taken on the right side which he managed to control and tap in for his second goal.  Carterton could have scored on a few other opportunities in the first half with their fast breaks from the half-way line but they squandered their chances each time right in front of goal by over running the ball. Carterton turned around at half time a goal up, but Coombe were certainly not out of it and they put Carterton under continuous pressure on the right side winning a number of corners.  Coombe's equaliser was well deserved and came halfway through the second half.  Their goal was an individual effort that came about following a driving run down the right side by Conner Walton who managed to evade a few tackles and drive the ball home into the top of the net from the tightest of angles.  Following the equalising goal the Carterton goal keeper Reiss Howard hurt his leg and was replaced by Dylan Moyce. The match looked like it was heading for a draw at this stage as time was running out, but Jack Blackburn managed to pick up his hat-trick for Carterton with just minutes left to play.  Carterton’s goal keeper Dylan Moyce made a long clearance for Gareth Jenkins to take inside the Coombe half and put Jack Blackburn through the middle with a great first time touch which he ran into the goal area and drove home for the win. Carterton’s Man of the Match was Jack Blackburn for a great hat-trick of goals.
15.3.08	Banbury United 1 v 5v CFC U 10 Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton reproduced the form that helped them to win this league in a thrilling encounter against a well organised Banbury United team.  Banbury started the better of the two sides and were unlucky not to go ahead at the beginning putting in an early cross behind the Carterton defence.  Carterton scored their first goal after about 10 mins with Steven Coleman driving home a great corner from Gareth Jenkins.  This goal seemed to galvanise Carterton into action.  Carterton’s second goal was an excellent effort from Jack Blacburn taking the ball outside the Banbury box and running out side the Banbury defenders to drive home from just inside the Banbury goal area.  Carterton’s third goal was also scored by Jack Blacburn chipping the ball in over the goal keeper from the edge of the goal area.> Carterton turned around three goals up at half time to face a Banbury team that was determined not to just roll over.  The game was very all even for the first ten minutes or so of the second half, but Carterton hit Banbury on the counter with Jack Blacburn working his way in along the touch line dribbling around the Banbury defence to strike hard home for his hat-trick. Carterton’s last goal also came from a break with Jack Blackburn putting Gareth Jenkins through on the left to run into the Banbury goal area and thunder home.  Banbury scored a consolation goal in the final five mins of the game which they certainly deserved as the final score line did not tell the whole story of the game and the effort that Banbury put in to this match.  Carterton’s Man of the Match was defender Jake Haines for his non stop work at the heart of the Carterton defence.
8.3.08	Premiership Football & Coaching Day Portsmouth.
1.3.08	KO Cup Semi-Finals.....- Carterton v Deddington Colts.
23.2.08	Bicester Town 1 v 8 CFC U 10 Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Both teams started this game equally well and it was Bicester Town that had the best opportunities to score early on in the match.  The first break through of the game came after about 10 minutes with Carterton’s Jack Blackburn hustling his way pass the Bicester Town defence to score the opening goal.  It wasn’t long before Bicester Town opened their account with a long range effort that went over the head of the Carterton goalkeeper only to hit the left hand upright and rebound out for Bicester to tap in for the equaliser.  Carterton struck straight back with their second goal which started from a counter attack deep in their own half and finished with Gareth Jenkins on the left passing to Stephen Coleman coming in off the right wing to drive home pass the goalkeeper.  Carterton's third goal followed on quite quickly with Gareth Jenkins putting James Collett through to score just before the half time whistle. Carterton’s turned around 3 goals to 1 goal up at half time and their game just grew with momentum as they proceeded to dominate the second half with their quick passing.  Carterton scored a further 5 goals in the second half through Gareth Jenkins (2 x goals), Stephen Coleman (2nd goal of the game), Ross De La Haye and James Collett (2nd goal of the game).  Carterton’s Man of the Match was Gareth Jenkins for his great support play and a brace of goals.
16.2.08	CFC U 10 4 v 0 Freeland Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton only required a single point from this game to win the league on the back of their 16 league and cup matches winning streak. It was Freeland though that started the better of the two teams on a glorious bright fresh morning at Monahan Way. Carterton found themselves bogged down in their half for the first 5 -10 minutes of the game owing to Freeland’s stubborn resistance in midfield.  Once Carterton tightened up their play in midfield and started stringing passes together it wasn't long before their centre forward Jack Blackburn found himself in space on the receiving end of a passing move that started out of left defence, switched to the right and finished with him driving into the Freeland goal area to strike home firmly pass the Freeland goal keeper.  Jack Blackburn's 2nd goal came 5 minutes later in similar vain to the first.  The teams turned around with Carterton 2 goals up on top of their game and in commanding form.  Carterton’s Jack Blackburn scored another brace of goals in the first 10 minutes of the second half to put the game beyond dispute.  Freeland remained under a great deal of pressure for the remainder of the match, but to their credit and determination in defence they prevented Carterton from adding to their 4 goal tally. Carterton’s Man of the Match was Jack Blackburn making up for his absent last week by scoring 4 great goals to seal the 'C'League Championship Title
9.2.08	CFC U 10 1 v 0 Ducklington (reverse fixture) Match report by Bill Jenkins.....Carterton went into this match with 3 of their regular first team players missing on the back of a 15 match winning run.  Another win would virtually guarantee them the league championship given their high goal difference.  Ducklington on the other hand are still fighting for second place and need all the points they can muster from their last 5 games in order to gain promotion to the B league. The match was very free flowing and competitively fought on a large pitch throughout what can only be described as a glorious sun bathed morning at Ducklington.  Carterton were unlucky not to score in the first couple of minutes when Dylan Moyce was put through in to the Ducklington goal area with only the goal keeper to beat.  Although he struck the ball very well it flew past the right-hand post.  The game settled down after that and although Carterton put together some good moves the first half was evenly balanced. Carterton’s break through came 5 minutes into the second half down the left side when Dylan Moyce beat the Ducklington defence with a pass across the goal area for James Collett to run onto and slam home the goal.  Carterton continued to look for a second goal through-out the rest of the second half to secure the win, but a stubborn Ducklington defence and goal keeper defied them.  The remainder of the match was well fought by both teams right up to the final whistle with neither team able to increase their tally.  Carterton’s Man of the Match was James Collett for his energetic display in mid-field and a great goal to help seal the league title.
2.2.08	Deddington Colts Cougars v CFC U 10
26.1.08	KO Cup .....CFC U 10 2 v 0 Banbury United Match report by Bill Jenkins .....Carterton went into this game looking to maintain their undefeated record for the season and to secure a place in the semi-finals of the Cup (one place further than they managed last year).  Banbury United were also looking to continue their five match undefeated run and claim a place for themselves in the semi-finals of the Cup.  Consequently with both teams in good form this game had all the ingredients for an entertaining Cup match. The match didn't disappoint and with Banbury starting the match with the wind behind them both teams contested the ball well in the middle of the pitch.  Carterton steadily won the mid-field contest and played most of their football inside the Banbury half.  Carterton’s first goal came roughly half way through the first half from a move that started from just inside the Banbury half with Carterton’s James Morgan passing the ball out to the left for Gareth Jenkins to take on and deliver a pass back over to the right side for Steven Coleman to run onto and deliver it back at pace across the goal area for James Morgan to run onto and finish off the move by tapping the ball pass the goal keeper into the net from a meter out. Carterton turned around with the strong wind behind them in the second half a goal up and in control of the match having played some fine football in the first half.  Carterton’s second goal came after about five minutes of play with Gareth Jenkins playing Jack Blackburn in with a simple touch up the middle of the pitch to run onto the ball pass the Banbury defence and fire the ball past the goal keeper to secure their deserved lead.  Banbury to their credit continued to contest the match and press forward for an opportunity to score but the remainder of the match was always going to be an uphill battle, 2 goals down against a strong wind and a team in good form.  Banbury's goal keeper Charlie Mallock had a very good game and Carterton’s Man of the Match was Gareth Jenkins for a fine display of football and continued supporting play throughout the match.
19.1.08	CFC U 10 4 v 0 Tower Hill Stars Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton maintained their unbeaten winning streak in this local derby match.  Carterton started fast and furious with the advantage of a strong wind behind them almost scoring in the first minute of the game with an attacking move down the middle that finished with the ball bouncing dangerously across the Tower Hill Goal mouth.  The first Carterton goal came after about five minutes following some good interplay down the right that finished with the ball deflecting off a defender from a Steven Coleman shot from inside the goal area.  Carterton’s second goal came half way through the first half when Gareth Jenkins made a timely pass for James Morgan to run onto and strike home sweetly pass the goal keeper.  Tower Hill had a couple of opportunities to score in the first half; the best one coming from an attacking move down the left after their centre forward was put through behind the Carterton defence.  Fortunately for Carterton their goal keeper Reiss Howard was equal to a fine shot from the edge of the goal area plucking the ball out of the air. Carterton’s third goal was scored a minute before half time by Gareth Jenkins following some fine interplay with James Morgan and Jack Blacburn.  Gareth struck the ball hard and low at the goal from the left side of the goal area, unfortunately for the Tower Hill goal keeper the ball deflected pass him off a defender onto the left upright and into the goal. The second half was much tougher going for Carterton with the wind against them.  Unfortunately for Tower Hill they could not take full advantage of the wind though they did manage to keep Carterton down to a single goal following a fine performance by their goal keeper Jamie Godfrey.  Carterton’s fourth goal of the game came from Steven Coleman who showed lots of attacking spirit through out the match.  On this occasion he chose to drive the ball hard and low into the goal from 20 yds out on the right side catching the Tower Hill defenders and goal keeper totally off their guard.  Carterton’s Man of the Match was their Captain James Morgan for another energetic performance in midfield
12.1.08	Bloxham v CFC U 10
5.1.08	CFC U 10 v Bicester Town Colts Stars
15.12.07	CFC U 10 v Banbury United
9.12.07	Cup Match U10s: Bampton Town 2 v 2 Carterton FC (Carterton Won 3 v 0 Penalties)…… Match report by Bill Jenkins.  This Cup match was always going to be something of a local Derby between two teams that are both capable of playing exciting football and true to form even the cold and wet conditions could not prevent this match from living up to its expectations. Carterton started the more lively of the two teams and were unlucky not to score after five minutes when a close range shot by Jack Blackburn was fired across the goal mouth and  shaved the right hand post.  Bampton soon settled and played their way back into the game with some good football.  Carterton scored their first goal halfway through the first half through a hard low struck corner by Gareth Jenkins from the left that went in at the front post.  Both teams were playing good attacking football by this stage and Carterton turned around a goal up at half time having to defend a muddy goal area. Carterton had to do a lot more defending in the second half; however they looked very dangerous on the break and were unlucky not to go two goals up. Bampton evened the score in the last quarter of the match through Jake Pritchard who ran the ball up the middle past the Carterton defence and beat the goal keeper with a low well taken shot from the edge of the goal area. The match went into extra time and it was Bampton that took the lead for the first time in the match after some persistent pressure from a series of corners.  The goal was scored from a corner at close range by Jonny Stoner, the Carterton goal keeper Reiss Howard caught the ball but could not stop it crossing the line.  Carterton fought their way back into the game through a well taken goal by James Morgan who ran the ball into the Bampton goal area and fired the ball hard into the back of the net to even the score. The match finished two goals each after extra time and went in to penalties.  Carterton scored first through Capt James Morgan and Bampton failed to hit the target with their first attempt.  Carterton proceeded to go three goals up through Jack Blackburn and Stephen Coleman after Carterton’s goal Keeper Reiss Howard saved the next two attempts by Bampton. Carterton subsequently won a compelling competitive cup match of which both teams can be proud of their performances; Carterton’s Man of the Match was Riess Howard who played a great match throughout the game in some very cold and wet conditions.
3.12.07	Combe Junior Sports v CFC U 10
1.12.07	Eynsham Youth v CFC U 10
24.11.07	Ducklington v CFC U 10
17.11.07	Cup Match U10s:         Carterton 12 (Twelve) v 0 Moreton Ranger Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Goals came thick and fast for Carterton (‘C’ League) in this cup match against Moreton Rangers whom are currently 2nd in the ‘D’ league.  In the end the goals were too numerous to mention individually.  Carterton scored 6 goals in each half for a grand total of 12 goals at the finish.  The main aim for Carterton in this game was to concentrate on playing passing football and not to get carried away as a bunch of individuals; to their credit they kept the football going well through-out the game.  Moreton’s goal keeper had his work cut out and to his credit pulled off some fine saves.  The top scorer for Carterton was Jack Blackburn with 5 goals, next was Carterton’s Man of the Match Steven Coleman with a hat-trick and lastly was Gareth Jenkins and Capt James Morgan with a pair each.  A fine morning’s football for Carterton whom managed to vary their play scoring from a mixture of corners, free-kicks and open interplay.  Moreton Rangers deserve a mention for their continued commitment and running through-out the game.
10.11.07	CFC U 10 3 v 1 Deddington Colts Cougars Match report by Bill Jenkins…..This was a very important league match for both teams that have displayed a lot of good form at the top of the division.  Carterton got off to a flying start through a well worked goal that started from the kick-off.  Carterton defender Ben Cobb struck the ball down the middle for Jack Blackburn to win the challenge and drive on in to the Deddington goal area and pass the ball across the goal mouth for Carterton’s Gareth Jenkins to slide home in the corner.  Deddington worked hard to get back into the game and were rewarded with a goal after 9 minutes when there centre forward Jack Barberry scored with a header from a corner taken from the left.  Carterton had to work extremely hard to win the mid-field battle and were rewarded with a break away goal that was very well executed 3 min before half time by Jack Blackburn.  Carterton struck again 1 min before half time with a well taken goal by Jack Blackburn finishing off some great interplay. Carterton turned around 3 v 1 up at half time with the wind in their face.  Deddington played very well in the second half but never really took advantage of the conditions with Carterton winning most of the mid-field battle.  Carterton played some good football in the second-half against a strong wind and although they had a number of chances to increase their lead they never quite managed to get the ball in the net thanks to a determined Deddington defence.  The closest chance for Carterton came from a well taken free kick that James Morgan rattled against the Deddington cross bar.  All said this was a very good game of football to watch with both teams playing some very entertaining football.  Carterton's Man of the Match was Ben Cobb for another fine display of disciplined football in defence
3.11.07	Combe Juniior Sports 1 v 6 CFC U 10 Match report by Bill Jenkins…..This match was for top place in the Div.  Both Combe and Carterton had won all of their first 5 league matches of the season, with Combe having the better goal difference.  The match didn’t disappoint and although it was Carterton that made most of the running in the first half putting Combe defence under a great deal of pressure, it was Combe that scored first ¾ of the way through the first half through a well struck shot out side the Carterton goal area that sailed over the head of the goal keeper. That goal was against the run of play and Carterton struck back minutes later through a well worked goal that started down the right and finished with James Morgan striking the ball home inside the goal area to complete the move.  The first half finished shortly after all even a goal each. Carterton turned round at half time with the advantage of the slope in the second half and scored within the first minute through Jack Blackburn from close inside the goal area.  There was no stopping Carterton now and Carterton's’ third goal was scored through Gareth Jenkins following up open play down the left side.  Goals continued to come thick and fast for Carterton now with Jack Blacburn finishing off a cross from Gareth Jenkins for his second goal.  Steven Coleman coming in off of the right wing to score his goal minute later and Jack Blackburn finished off the goals for Carterton by completing his hat-trick 5 minutes from the end.  This really was a game of 2 different halves as they say!  Carterton’s Man of the Match was birthday boy Jack Blacburn for a great display of skill and determination up front and for completing a hat-trick of goals.
14.10.07	CFC U 10 3 v 0 Tower Hill All Stars Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton (top of the table) were looking for their 6th consecutive in this game against bottom of the league Tower Hill All Stars who had just recently notched up their first league win and found some improved form.  Carterton started the match extremely well and almost scored in the first minute of the game through a great passing move up the middle of the pitch.  Carterton dominated the first half and had many chances at goal by Jack Blackburn either saved or deflected by a packed Tower Hill all Stars goal area. The break through and relief came just before half time through an attack that started on the left with Steven Coleman throwing the ball in to an unmarked Ben Cobb who promptly dispatched the ball into the Tower Hill goal area for Jack Blackburn to smartly finish off. Carterton turned around a goal up and it seemed that it would only be a matter of time before they scored their second.  Subsequently the second goal came about five minutes into the second half once again through Jack Blackburn putting the finishing touches to some positive forward interplay up the middle of the pitch.  James Morgan scored Carterton’s third goal with a well taken shot from just inside the goal area that was deflected off a defenders boot pass the goalkeeper.  Carterton’s Gareth Jenkins and James Morgan both had a number of other very good efforts at goal saved by the spirited efforts of the Tower Hill goal keeper who had a very good game through-out.  To be fair Tower Hill had a number of spirited counter attacks kept out by a determined Carterton defence that was kept on its toes throughout the game.  Carterton’s Ben Cobb deserved a particular mention for a disciplined performance in defence and for his efforts in linking up with the forwards in attack and helping to set up their first goal, consequently he was awarded Carterton’s Man of the Match.
6.10.07	CFC U 10 3 v 1 Bloxham Match report by Bill Jenkings…..Both teams started well however Bloxham had Carterton under pressure for a period and would have scored half way through the first half but for a great diving save by goalkeeper Reiss Howard.  Most of Carterton’s opportunities in the first half came from counter attacks through Jack Blackburn who had a number of good chances saved by Bloxham’s goal keeper William Adams. Bloxham’s Brandon Haden was the first to score in the second half taking advantage of some slack marking in the Carterton goal area from which he struck the ball cleanly pass the Carterton goal keeper.  Carterton's all-round team performance improved in the second half and they soon had Bloxham under pressure.  Carterton’s James Morgan scored the equaliser with an individual run from midfield into the Bloxham goal area from which he rifled the ball home pass the goal keeper.  Bloxham came close to scoring a second goal and probably would have but for a timely brave tackle from Carterton's goal keeper Reiss Howard on the edge of his goal area. Carterton had more of the play in the second half and soon won a free-kick on the edge of the Bloxham goal area when goal keeper William Adams handled the ball outside his area.  Carterton’s James Morgan scored his second goal from the free-kick with a well struck shot high into the Bloxham net.  It was Gareth Jenkins that sealed the match for Carterton taking advantage of an opportunity that presented it self on the left inside the Bloxham goal area from which he stuck the ball across the Bloxham goal and into the net.  Overall this was a very exciting and competitive match.  This was Bloxhams first loss of the season and Carterton’s fifth straight win.  Carterton’s Man of the Match was goal keeper Reiss Howard for a solid performance through out the match.
29.9.07	U10 Cup Match: Carterton 4 v 0 Wychwood Both teams started well making good use of the ball, but slowly Carterton began to dominate the midfield and push forward.  Carterton had a number of chances in the first half but it wasn’t until about the fifteenth minute that they got the break through they deserved.  Jack Blackburn scored the first goal with a well taken shot inside the Wychwood goal mouth after some very good interplay. The second goal followed shortly afterwards from a move that began down the right side and finished with James Morgan striking the ball fiercely across the Wychwood goal mouth.  Carterton started the second half 2 goals up and were now dominating the game.  Gareth Jenkins scored the third goal for Carterton after a number of previous efforts had gone wide of the goal.  Gareth made a strong run into the Wychwood goal area from the left side and fired the ball home low and hard.  Carterton fourth goal was probably their best.  The ball was moved down the right side to Steven Coleman to fire over the perfect cross for Jack Blackburn to strike home.  Jack Blackburn was unlucky not to score his first hat trick for Carterton but for a great save from Wychwood’s goal keeper Matthew Cradock who parried a tremendous shot over the bar for a corner.  This was a good win for Carterton beating a team from the ‘B’ League.  Carterton’s Ben Cobb deserved a mention for some hard work and great tackling in defence, but Carterton’s Man of the Match was Jack Blackburn for working hard upfront and scoring some great goals.
	Photo: Carterton's Gareth Jenkins taking on the Wychwood defence.
22.9.07	CFC U 10 2 v 1 Banbury United Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton started the stronger of the two teams winning the mid-field contest and pressing the Banbury defence.  Carterton moved the ball very well and Carterton’s centre forward Jack Blackburn came very close to scoring midway through the first half after a driving run that finished with him hitting the right up-right.  Carterton’s James Morgan was the first to score at about the fifteen minute mark from just inside the Banbury goal mouth after some great inter-passing.  Banbury had some good counter attacks in the first half but the Carterton defence managed to break down their attacks and Carterton’s Goalie didn’t have an awful lot to do in the first half.  Carterton turned around a goal up from the first half but were slow to start in the second half and Banbury who always looked like they could be dangerous put Carterton under pressure in the goal mouth.  Consequently Banbury took advantage of Carterton’s inability to clear the ball after a couple of attempts to do so and Banbury’s Jacob Tuckey poked the ball home to level the score.  Carterton managed to work their way back into the game and midway through the second half it was Carterton’s Jack Blackburn that struck the winning goal across the Banbury goalmouth after another piece of positive passing.  Banbury came on strong for the remainder of the game but Carterton managed to hold on to their goal advantage up to the final whistle.  Carterton’s Steven Coleman deserved a mention for some great running, passing and tackling down the right side, but Carterton’s Man of the Match was defender Jake Haines for a good display of timely tackling and hard graft on the right-side.
15.9.07	Freeland FC 1 v 3 CFC U 10 Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Both teams started the game well and it was Freeland that scored the first goal after 5 minutes following some rare slack marking by Careterton’s defence.  Joshua Millington received the ball wide on the left and struck a perfect shot high over everyone’s head into the back of the net.  That goal proved to be the perfect wake-up call for Carterton who proceeded to inject some urgency into their game.  Carterton’s Capt James Morgan scored the next goal some minutes later from inside the Freeland goal area following up some good passing and tackling by Carterton.  Carterton continued to dominate the mid-field and move the ball wide with speed and it was Jack Blackburn that scored Carterton’s second goal with a well struck shot from close range across the Freeland goal mouth.  Freeland were under pressure now and Carterton would have increased their lead further if their goalkeeper Alex Millington hadn’t pulled off a great save parrying a shot from Carterton’s Gareth Jenkins over the bar for a corner.  Carterton were solid in both defence and attack, and subsequently it was James Morgan that once again won the ball in mid field and drove into the Freeland goal area to score his second and Carterton’s third goal of the first half.  Carterton had more possession and subsequent attacking moves than Freeland in the second half, however the Freeland defence were equal to the task.  Consequently honours were all even in a particularly hot second half with neither team adding to their first half goal tally.  Overall this was a very good performance by Carterton and in particular their Capt and Man of the Match James Morgan.
8.9.07	CFC U 10 4 v 0 Eynsham Youth Match report by Bill Jenkins…..Carterton dominated the first half but failed to score owing to a stubborn Eynsham defence. Eynsham looked dangerous on the counter however Carterton’s defence of Haines, Cobb and Morgan looked sharp and were quick to the task.  Carterton scored early on in the second half through a well taken shot through Gareth Jenkins close to goal on the left after some good passing movement down the right-hand side.  This goal spurred on Eynsham‘s performance and Carterton were under pressure for a period.  That pressure was eased totally after Gareth Jenkins scored a second goal not too dissimilar to the first.  Carterton then went on to dominate the game scoring a third and fourth goal through James Morgan and Man of the Match Steven Coleman.  Overall Carterton put in a very good team performance that displayed some excellent quick passing movement and some hard defensive work.  A great start to the season for Carterton

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Fixture dates	Home Team v Away Team
16.2.08	CFC U 10 1 v 5 Bourton Rovers Youth M match report by Craig Harvey…..Carterton were at home for a re-arranged fixture against Bourton Rovers, the weather overnight had been a frosty -3 degrees C and the pitch was subject to a late inspection. Eventually it was declared fit to play on and the two teams lined up against each other. This match should have been a close encounter, with neither team gaining an edge in previous matches. Carterton lined up in their usual formation of Sam Baldwin in goal, Josh Herbert and Josh Knibbs in defence, Thomas Harvey, Jack Cameron and Jack Davies in midfield and Lewis Smith up front. Carterton took the kick off and it seemed almost immediately ran into trouble. Bourton easily stole possession and ran forward on the attack. The Carterton defence, who were left exposed, could not stop the shot which found its way into the back of the net. 1 minute played and 1 nil down. After 2 minutes Josh Herbert found himself just inside the Bourton halfway line, after looking up he let loose a speculative shot which looped over the Bourton goal keeper to even up the score. 2 minutes and the score was 1 - 1. Hopefully now both teams would now settle down and play some football. Bourton certainly did just that and quickly went on the attack. Carterton's defence was left exposed time and time again and Bourton capitalised on the defensive frailties and scored a further 2 goals before the end of the half. Bourton started the second half and carried on piling on the pressure. Bourton then had a succession of corners, which Carterton failed to deal with, and inevitably scored from all this pressure. The score now was 4 - 1 to Bourton and the Carterton team looked completely dejected. John Herbert made two substitutions replacing Lewis and Thomas for Richard and Sam Jarvis. Although it was a mammoth task to change the outcome of the game at least when these two boys came on they injected a bit of fire into Carterton and they started to play some better attacking football. However, Bourton were not about to take their foot of the gas and scored their 5th goal to seal the match. This was a well deserved win for Bourton, unfortunately for Carterton they just did not turn up at the races today. However, the boys should take heart in knowing that they can play some good football and this match was purely a blip. I am sure the next time they play a match they will play with their usual enthusiasm and energy. Come on the Colts!
9.2.08	CFC I 10 Colts v Banbury Town Saints
2.2.08	CFC U 10 Colts v Bourton Rovers Youth
26.1.08	KO Cup 3rd Round…..CFC U 10 Colts 2 v 3 Deddington Match report by Mark Knibbs…..After two 1 all draws in the league between the two teams, a close and hard fought cup game was expected. The crowd was not to be disappointed. Carterton won the toss and elected to play with the strong and blustery wind at their backs. After 2 minutes Carterton had a good shot from Josh Herbert well saved. From the keepers kick a misunderstanding between 2 Carterton midfielders, who got in each others way allowed the ball to bounce through to the Deddington attacker who brought the ball under control and after side stepping a defender finished off well with a strong shot into the bottom corner of the Carterton net. Soon after Jack Cameron came close after a battling run through midfield and a shot that had the Deddington keeper scampering for a fine save. After 12 minutes of a free flowing game, Carterton won a corner. The ball was crossed over by Josh Herbert and the ball was partially cleared, the ball was fired back in and the rebound fell to Josh Hertbert who coolly slotted the ball into the net. The balance of the half was evenly balanced with the ball flowing from one end to the other. In the final minute of the half a shot from Josh Knibbs was cleared off the line by the Deddington defence. 1 All at half time was a fair reflection of the game and set up the second half for a titanic struggle. Shortly into the second half, Carterton won a free kick in a promising position on the edge of the box, but the shot from Josh H went high over the bar. Both sides continued to battle and in the 10th minute a strong run by Louise Smith,. despite some rough stuff from the defender, Louise managed to steady himself and fire a good shot into the bottom corner. The goal inspired Deddington and they started to put Carterton under some sustained pressure. The Carterton Defence was standing up to the pressure, but in the 15th minute a shot from Deddington struck the underside of the Carterton bar. The advancing Deddington forward looked certain to score, but some how to the Carterton home supports relief, Josh Knibbs managed to hook the ball clear with a spectacular overhead bicycle kick. Perhaps this was going to be Carterton Day.  With only 2 minutes to go Carterton started to believe that perhaps they would be through to the next round. Then tragedy struck, a well-struck clearance from Josh Herbert struck the referee in the face and the rebound fell to a Deddington player who was clear on goal. He coolly slotted the ball into the Carterton net. 2 all. A cruel stroke of luck for Carterton, but on the balance of the half and the game, a draw was a fair reflection of the play. The shock of the equaliser clearly rattled Carterton and they never really recovered. From the kick of, the Deddington forward dribbled past three Carterton players and slotted a good pass to an advancing colleague, with only the keeper to beat, a well placed shot made it 3  to 2. The remainder of extra time saw Deddington put Carterton under continued pressure with an occasional break from defence by Carterton. However Carterton never really threaten to score and ultimately Deddington deserved to progress to the next round if only on their play in extra time. A good battling display earned them a Semi final place against the other Carterton side. Well played to Deddington, but good luck to Carterton to beat you in the next round.
19.1.08	CFC U 10 Colts 1 v 4  Banbury Town Youth Match report by Craig Harvey….. Carterton Colts were again at home, this week against Banbury. The team line up was a familiar one now. Sam Baldwin, who has been in good form recently, was in goal. Josh Knibbs and Josh Herbert in defence, last weeks outstanding player, Jack Cameron, in centre midfield and out on the wings were Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies. Our strike force was Lewis Smith. Colts won the toss and elected to change ends to try and take advantage of the strong wind that was blowing. However inside 2 minutes a complete lack of awareness inside the Colts goal area from the team allowed Banbury to score an extremely soft goal. Not the start we wanted! However from here Colts started to claw their way back into the match and play started to even up. Carterton started to apply good pressure and for a 5 minute period had Banbury camped in there own half, unfortunately they could not convert there numerous chances. The whole team were now playing well and putting in a great deal of effort and determination. Not only were the attacking element of the team having a good game but the defence were doing a terrific job as well, of considerable note was an excellent challenge by Josh Knibbs on a Banbury player who was clear on goal and would of took a shot if not for the excellent tackle by Josh. The 1st half ended with Banbury in front by 1 goal to nil. The 2nd half started much like the 1st. Colts started very sluggishly and Banbury took a speculative shot which found the back of the net. Again this goal seemed to kick start Colts into playing the good football that we know they can. Jack Cameron pulled a goal back for the Colts after 9 minutes with an extremely well taken goal. He picked up the ball near the half way line and took a surging run towards the Banbury defence, as he reached the defensive line he calmly took it round them all and slotted the ball home with his left foot. Lewis who had played probably one of his best matches of the season was causing Banbury defence plenty of trouble, but just could not find that finishing touch to get the ball in the back of the net. After 13 minutes Banbury started an attack, which had managed to break down Colts defence, but Sam Baldwin dived bravely at the attackers feet and snuffed out the attack. As the game went on Colts had to push more and more forward searching for the goal that would even up the score. Unfortunately in doing so left their defence exposed to the Banbury attack who took full advantage and scored twice in the closing minutes of the match. As the final whistle blew the score was 4 – 1 to Banbury, but this was definitely a flattering score line and by no means told the story of the game. The boys put in a great deal of effort and produced, at times, some good football. Man of The Match today was Lewis Smith for the excellent way he held the ball up and his incisive runs into the Banbury defence.
12.1.08	Bampton Town 0 v 3 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..Carterton Colts today were playing their close rivals both in the league and in location. Despite the rain for 2 days the pitch at Monahan Way was in excellent condition for some good football. There was only one change to the team today and that was Josh Knibbs returning to take his place as our last line of defence. Bampton won the toss and elected to change ends. Colts kicked off and almost immediately lost possession, Bampton collected the ball and took a speculative shot that had Sam Baldwin scrambling to catch the ball. Hopefully this was not the way things were going to continue. Very quickly Colts recovered and started to play football. The opening 5 minutes saw some scrappy football with neither side really putting any passes together but was entertaining nonetheless. The 1st chance fell to the Colts in the form of Thomas Harvey who managed to break through the defence and managed to scramble a shot away, which the Bampton goalkeeper easily saved. Colts started to apply some good pressure to Bampton and managed to keep them pinned in their own half. Colts then had a couple more chances of finding the goal that has seemed to elude them in previous games. Josh Herbert fired a shot from just inside the Bampton half, but it went wide. Next pressure applied to the Bampton defence by Thomas Harvey saw him get the ball, from wide on the left he crossed to Lewis Smith, who heads the ball, again just going wide of the post. After 11 minutes of play, Colts created possibly the best move of the match. Deep in their own half Jack Cameron, who already had had an excellent match bossing the midfield, picked up the ball and started a run out wide. Thomas Harvey then overlapped Jack who provided a perfect pass in to the feet of Thomas, who cut inside and placed an excellent ball into the bottom right hand of the goal, leaving the goalkeeper little chance of a save. Bampton, from the kick off, came back fighting and having secured a throw in deep in Colts territory, the throw in was a long high ball that, again had Sam having to come and make a save. Colts quickly regained the advantage with some good work in applying almost constant pressure to the Bampton team, especially Jack Davies, Jack Cameron and Thomas Harvey. Just before the half time whistle blew came Bampton’s best chance of the match. From the right Bampton fired in a low cross that skimmed across the goal face and went wide for a goal kick. A good half for Colts and well deserving of a 1 - nil lead at half time. Bampton got the 2nd half underway, but immediately Colts put them under pressure, determined not to let Bampton back in the game. Within 2 minutes Jack Cameron passed the ball to Lewis Smith who found himself out wide on the right, Lewis crossed the ball to Thomas Harvey, who found himself with a scoring opportunity. He struck the ball well, but the Bampton goalkeeper made a save, unfortunately for him the ball rebounded back to Thomas who, with his unfavoured right foot sent the ball into the back of the net. 2 – nil to Colts. Colts were well and truly on top of the game and were now creating numerous chances. And after only 5 minutes of the half gone, Thomas Harvey took a throw in to Jack Cameron who neatly passed it back to Thomas. Thomas spread the ball across the park to Jack Davies, who took on a player and then struck a sweet shot making the score line a respectable 3 – nil. Quite a few more chances were created by The Colts team that were all playing superbly, the best of these falling to Jack Davies, who took a shot but saw it rebound off the bottom of the upright, which was then cleared by the Bampton defence. The match ended with Colts deservingly 3 – nil winners. All elements of the team worked well, the defence of Josh Knibbs and Josh Herbert stood firm when called and the midfield of Jack Cameron, Jack Davies and Thomas Harvey were excellent. Lewis Smith did well holding the ball and make some good runs in to attacking areas. Man of the Match today was Jack Cameron, who had an outstanding game in midfield.
5.1.08	CFC U 10 Colts 0 v 2 Garden City Match report by Craig Harvey…..Our 1st match of the New Year was a home fixture against Garden City, who were flying high in the league. This would prove to be a tough encounter straight after the long break and hopefully our boys would come out strong. The team lined up with Sam Baldwin, our goalkeeper. In defence today due to the absence of Josh Knibbs would be Jack Cameron and Josh Herbert. Centre of midfield was Sam Jarvis and to the left and right of him were Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies and the striker was Lewis Smith. Garden City got the game underway and Carterton Colts quickly seemed to get into their stride with a good attack down the left from Thomas Harvey who passed to Josh Herbert who had a shot, which unfortunately was saved but went for a corner. Things were looking good for the Colts, lets hope it could last. All to quickly however, Garden City recovered from the initial surprise and started to string some good passes together.  After 6 minutes of battling play Garden City broke through the defence and took a shot that forced an excellent save from Sam Baldwin, then only a few minutes later Sam was pressed into action again this time with a brave dive at the oncoming attackers feet to stop a certain goal. The play then started to favour Garden City who seemed a little bit quicker to the ball and appeared to have a bit more physical presence than the Colts. As the half was drawing to a close some good pressure from the Colts midfield forced an error from the goal kick and the ball fell to Jack Davies, who produced a lovely shot, which sadly just climbed above the crossbar. The half ended 0-0. As the second half started Colts seemed somewhat deflated as their passing and 1st touch started to desert them. You could sense that Garden City felt they had the upper hand and they started to press home their advantage. 1st Garden City crossed the ball in from the by-line, which eluded both teams, and went straight across the goal face. A minute later a good shot by City forced an excellent defending header from Jack Cameron, who had had a solid game so far. Then a possible turning point in the game came when Lewis Smith made a good break and was running toward the goal, a Garden City defender came across out muscled Lewis off the ball on the edge of the box. The referee saw nothing out of order and waved play on. The ball rolled out for a corner, from the subsequent play Garden City made a break, which saw Jack Cameron who was isolated valiantly trying to stop the attack but Garden City managed to get the shot away and score. Colts manager then made couple of substitutions. Sam Jarvis and Lewis Smith, made way for Bradley Allen and Mahir Allan, hopefully this would be the winning formula the Colts needed. And for a while it seemed to work. Lewis and Mahir produced some good link up play in midfield that allowed Josh Herbert to take a shot, but again the ball went over the crossbar. Then on 17 minutes Garden City got the winning goal to seal the victory. The last couple of plays came to Colts, who suddenly decided to start playing to win. The first chance fell to Thomas Harvey, who was put through on goal by some good play from Mahir. Thomas, who normally takes these chances well, managed to pull his shot wide. Next was Colts’ best play of the match, which linked up Jack Davies to Mahir back to Jack Davies who struck a good shot on target, and the City.
15.12.07	CFC U 10 Colts 1 v 1 Deddington Colts Match report by  Craig Harvey…..Carterton’s match this week was a home fixture against Deddington Colts, and after last weeks thrilling encounter, expectation was high amongst the army of home supporters. The team lined up with the same formation as last week. Carterton got the match underway, however it was Deddington who came out of the blocks firing and within the 1st minute they had a shot which was deflected wide for a corner. Luckily this was a wake up call for Carterton and they seemed to switch on and start playing some good football. The opening 10 minutes was a hard fought contest with both sides trying their best to carve out a chance to score, but to no avail. Then on 11 minutes Deddington fired a shot at goal, which forced a save from Sam Baldwin, unfortunately the ball came free from the goalkeepers grasp and seemed to be heading for the back of the net, luckily Thomas Harvey was on hand and made a crucial goal line clearance. The game slowly started to favour Deddington, as both Carterton’s passing and determination seemed to dissolve. Deddington started to apply the pressure and unless Carterton got back into the game it would only be a matter of time before Deddington scored the opening goal. And on 17 minutes they broke through Carterton’s defence and struck a good shot which was initially stopped by a good save from Sam, but as the ball rebounded a Deddington player was on hand to slot the ball home.  From the kick off Deddington sensed that Carterton were despondent and went looking for another goal, luckily the half time whistle soon sounded and Carterton went in to the managers team talk 1 – nil down. The 2nd half kicked off and whatever the Carterton manger said appeared to do the trick as Carterton came out determined to make up for the 1st half. The team had all their enthusiasm back and a belief that they could win and on 4 minutes Thomas had a shot that was deflected wide for a corner, Josh Herbert took the corner and floated it into the box, unfortunately it just went over the Carterton heads and Deddington came away with the ball.  Both teams battled hard for the next 5 minutes, with neither side really gaining the ascendancy over their opponents. Midway through the 1st half John Herbert made an inspiring substitution, which proved to be the turning point of the game. (Shame the England job has already gone John.) Lewis Smith, who had played well in the striking role, made way for Mahir Allam and with his 1st touch of the game he nearly evened up the score with a clever little flick that narrowly went wide of the upright.  From here it seemed to be all one way traffic, Carterton went on the attack. First Jack Davies hit the crossbar with a good shot from a narrow angle, then a good run from Jack Cameron created a chance for Mahir again, but his shot went over the crossbar and Josh Herbert also had several good attempts on goal. The only respite Deddington had was a free kick from just inside the Carterton half. The Deddington player hit a lovely ball that he floated into the path of the Deddington attackers and it was only a brave diving tackle by Sam Baldwin that stopped the goal. Then it was Carterton’s turn again and they created chance after chance, only to be scuppered by fantastic play from Eddie Fox the Deddington goalkeeper. It seemed that Carterton would never score, but then Thomas Harvey started a run from inside his own half and after beating 2 defenders found himself clear with just the goalkeeper to beat. Thomas then produced a sweet shot into top of the net to even up the score. At this point the crowd went wild (well I did anyway.) Carterton now had to keep their concentration and shape and they did both brilliantly. There was only one more chance in the game and this fell to Deddington in the last minute, who made a break and looked certain to score, however a absolutely superb covering tackle from Josh Knibbs put paid to any chance Deddington had of snatching victory. All the boys played well, especially in the 2nd half and battling performances like that could easily see them move up the league. Man of The Match this week was Josh Knibbs, who had an excellent game in defence and very rarely put a foot wrong today.
8.12.07	KO Cup 2nd Round…..CFC U 10 Colts 2 v 0 Charlton & District Match report by Craig Harvey…..Carterton Colts were full of trepidation as they hosted Charlton & District at The Pavilion in the 2nd round of the Cup. It was a very cold, wet and windy morning that surely would not conducive to good football, how wrong we were! The team lined up with Sam Baldwin in goal, Josh Knibbs and Josh Herbert in defence. Jack Cameron was moved forward into midfield and Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies right and left midfield respectively. Our strike force today would Lewis Smith. As soon as the match kicked off Colts went on the attack, determined to make up for their below par performance a week earlier and after only 2 minutes good pressure from the Colts resulted in a shot from Josh Herbert, which just went wide of the post. Moments later Jack Davies applied some great pressure to Charlton’s defence, which paid dividends as he won the ball and produced a lovely cross to Jack Cameron who shot, but again the ball went wide. Within the 1st 5 minutes Colts had gained the ascendancy over their opponents and they were not about to relieve the pressure. Shots were being fired in to the Charlton goal area without success. Then on 11 minutes, from one of the few attacks Charlton had, Jack Cameron brought the ball from his own area and found himself with a clear sight on goal, a good covering tackle from Charlton saw the ball go for a throw in. From the resulting set piece Jack Davies picked up the ball on the right hand side and fired in a low shot into the left hand side of the goal. Colts, although jubilant from scoring, remained focused and keep up the pressure on Charlton with shots from Josh Herbert, Lewis Smith and a long range shot from Thomas Harvey. As the half time whistle sounded the score was 1 – nil to Colts, but could of been a lot more. A quick turn round at half time, due to the weather, saw Charlton kick off, and Colts came out determined for the goal, which would hopefully seal the game. Early on in the game came the chance they wanted. Thomas Harvey, who had done some good work on the left, managed to slip past his marker and place a lovely ball into the path of Lewis, who was in front of goal, unfortunately the ball got caught under his feet and he couldn’t get his shot away cleanly. Luckily Colts did not have to wait too long for another chance. Colts were awarded a corner and as Josh Herbert played the ball in it fell lovely to Josh Knibbs, who kept his composure and slotted home a lovely goal which left the Charlton goal keeper little chance of a save. Colts were now 2 goals to the good, but could not afford to relax for a second against a team like Charlton. And from the kick off Charlton showed how dangerous they could be, they created a goal scoring chance and it was only a fine save from the alert Sam Baldwin that kept the ball from hitting the back of the net. This chance seemed to revitalise Charlton who then went on to create a plethora of opportunities to score, but again whenever Charlton broke clear Sam stood firm and pulled off some very good saves to keep a clean sheet. The match had now evened up, with both sides creating chances, but with the excellent way the home team were playing, this was always going to be Colt’s day. As the half ended, Colts rightly celebrated an excellent win to put them in the 3rd round of the cup. The team’s performance today was exemplary, with every boy playing his part in the win. The manager gave special mention to Sam Baldwin for his efforts in goal and Man Of The Match rightly went to a player who was outstanding down the right hand side and that was Jack Davies. Well done
1.12.07	Tower Hill 2 v 0 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Mark Knibbs…..Carterton made the return trip to Tower Hill after a hard fought battle and close result in the first encounter of the season where Carterton prevailed 1 nil.   Carterton kicked off and the first 8 minutes saw Carterton put Tower under sustained pressure, but the away team could not find the finishing shot with a number of efforts being off target. A long probing ball from Tower in the 8th minute caused some confusion in the Carterton defence. With the goalkeeper late to come off his line, the tower attacker managed to round the keeper, but the shot narrowly went wide. A lucky escape for Carterton. The away team then continued to pile on the pressure and in the 10th minute Josh Herbert unleashed a 25yard shot that had the keeper well beaten, but narrowly went wide of the left upright. In the 15th minute Carterton where awarded a free kick out on the right side of Towers half. A well-struck shot again went just over the bar. Tower continued to defend well making just a few forays into Carterton territory on the break. Josh Knibbs defended well with clearing tackles and good positional play.  On the 18th minutes the deadlock was almost broken after a good shot was saved from Thomas Harvey and the rebound came back to Lewis Smith who had just to side foot it into the net, but unfortunately blasted it over the top.  It looked like Carterton’s inability to take their chances again might come back to haunt them later. Half time came with no score but Carterton firmly in control of the match. Second half saw Tower come out more determined and both teams played good football, the ball moving from one end of the pitch to another.  In the 10th minute of the second half a long clearance by Tower found them with a one on one against the Carterton Defence, a good dribble by Tom Oddy enabled him to make space for a shot and it flew into the top of the Carterton Goal. 1 nil Tower Hill.  Carterton kicked off too much encouragement from their Vocal band of supporters, and again put Tower under pressure, but they where just unable to get the final pass off and failed to shoot on a few occasions where they had half a chance.  As the half developed Carterton threw more men into attack in an attempt to get the equaliser and in the last minute of the half, they found themselves out numbered in defence and Tower where able to squeeze in a shot at the near post.  The game ended soon after with a 2 nil win to Tower Hill and the Carterton team and supporters wondering how on the balance of the match they had managed to lose. (One of those days.)  Well done to Tower Hill who defended stoutly and took the chances that came their way where Carterton where unable to do so.  Josh Knibbs was awarded Carterton man of the match for his good positional play in defence.  In the second game a hard and entertaining game saw Tower triumph 4 –2 having gone into Half time 1 nil down. Carterton Man of the Match was Kieran Dingle for his strong positional play despite being out numbered in defence.
24.11.07	Brackley Town 3 v 1 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Mark Knibbs…..Carterton Colts made the long trip on a Cold and Frosty morning to Croughton to face Brackley Town Saints. Carterton where high in confidence after three impressive performances and results in their last three outings. The starting line up was Sam Baldwin in Goal, Jack Cameron and Josh Knibbs in defence, Josh Herbert and Jack Davis in Midfield and Thomas Harvey out wide with Maheer Allan in attack. Brackley kicked off and made an immediate attack on the Carterton Goal with some impressive interplay. Carterton where saved by a strong covering tackle from Jack Cameron leading to a corner for Brackley. The corner was cleared, but Brackley continued their passing game and put the away team under pressure with a number of shots that failed to hit the target.   In the 8th Minute, the ball broke to Josh Knibbs in midfield and a long looping shot had the home keeper stretching to make a good save. Carterton continued to loose possession in midfield through taking too much time on the ball and not passing and moving enabling Saints to close them down too easily. The Carterton Goal came under increasing pressure from the Brackley Town slick passing and move game and Sam Baldwin was called on to make a number of saves.  In the 12th minute the home team won a free kick just inside the Carterton half. A finely struck shot dipped wickedly towards the Carterton goal and Sam again made a fine diving save to push the shot onto the upright. Carterton where unable to pressure the Brackley, giving them time to pass and move and in the 15th minute after sustained pressure Brackley took the lead from a long speculative shot that bobbled on the Pitch and went under Sam Baldwin’s desperate dive. Three minutes later it was 2 nil after Carterton failed to clear another cross and the ball was slotted into the net. From the kick off the game went as per the previous 18 minutes with Carterton not pressuring Brackley allowing them to get off a string off passes culminating with another shot that found the back of the net.  Half time, 3 nil which was a fair reflection of the 1st half play.  Manager John Herbert made 1 change at half time, replacing Maheer Allam with Lewis Smith. One has to assume that a few harsh words where said as Carterton came out in the second half much more fired up and ready to take the game to Brackley.  3 Minutes into the half Josh Herbert made a strong run through midfield and got his shot off, to be well blocked in the goal area by an advancing defender. Brackley continued to pass well, but now Carterton where doing a better job at closing them down and Carterton started to enjoy more of the ball with a number of probing runs down the flanks and through mid field. Josh Herbert was replaced by Sam Jarvis 8 minutes into the half. 11 minutes into the half,  Jarvis made a terrific pass through the mid field to Lewis Smith who calmly struck a fine shot into the bottom corner of the home side net. (Some inspired substitutions from the Manager had worked their magic). Carterton where now full of confidence and won a free kick out on the left flank. Lewis Smith struck a fine shot that struck the top of the Upright. The pattern continued for the last 10 minutes of the game with Carterton having superior territorial advantage and Brackley making occasion breaks into the Carterton half that where well dealt with by the Carterton defence.  In the last minute of the Game, Carterton won another corner. The ball was fired in and a goal mouth scramble ensued, but Carterton was unable to get the ball over the line. The ref blew for full time with the final score being Brackley Town 3 Carterton 1. On the Balance of the Game a fair result, but Carterton will take heart from a significantly improved second half performance, and will look forward to the return fixture on home turf where they will have ambitions of reversing the result. The second game was a tight fought affair with some attractive football. Final result was 2 all, and man of the match for Carterton was Kieran Dingle for a fine defensive display.
17.11.07	KO Cup ….. Bardwell  0 v 7 Carterton Colts Match report by John Herbert…..Carterton Colts went into this game full of confidence after winning their last 2 league games. The team made 2 changes from last week with Bradley Allen and Lewis Smith coming in for Jack Cameron and Jack Davies. The game kicked off on a dull grey morning and Carterton quickly gained the ascendancy and put early pressure on the Bardwell goal with Lewis Smith nearly scoring as early as the second minute. The next narrow miss came from Bradley Allen when his goal bound shot was deflected past the post for a corner. Carterton Colts then had a succession of corners but could not apply the finishing touch to open their account. Then in the 10th minute Thomas Harvey's cross shot was blocked by the keeper and Maahir Alam followed up to knock in the rebound for the opening goal of the game. Carterton continued to apply pressure but due to some resolute defending by Bardwell the half time score was 1-0 to Carterton. Carterton were more inventive and positive at the start of the second half passing the ball with more authority and purpose. In the 22nd minute Josh Herbert picked the ball up in midfield and struck a scorcher into the roof of the net from 20 yards to make it 2-0. 2 minutes later Carterton worked the ball well in midfield and when Lewis Smith received the pass on the right hand side he hit a good low shot into the bottom corner to make it 3-0. Josh Knibbs kept his concentration at the back to make an important tackle from a rare attacking move by the home side. Maahir Alam scored the 4th goal for Carterton when he tapped in the rebound off the goalkeeper following a Josh Herbert shot from the edge of the area. The next Carterton goal was a well worked set piece when Josh Knibbs headed in a Josh Herbert corner to make it 5-0. At this point Carterton made 2 substitutions with Kieran Dingle and Sam Jarvis coming on for Bradley Allen and Josh Herbert. Carterton continued to pass the ball well and Thomas Harvey scored at the far post to make it 6-0. Maahir Alam then ran onto a good through ball by Lewis Smith and scored his hatrick, which earned him the Man of the Match award and Carterton a 7-0 win. Bardwell should be commended for their hard work in defence when they were put under enormous pressure for most of the game.
10.11.07	Bourton Rovers 0 v 1 Carterton Colts U10's Match report by Craig Harvey…..Carterton Colts were away this week to 3rd place Bourton Rovers, however after a good win last week confidence within the Colts players was high. The manager, John Herbert, elected to field an unchanged line up from the previous week. Bourton kicked off and went straight on the attack and forced a corner within the 1st minute of play. As the corner was crossed in the Colts defence dealt it with confidently and cleared the ball. On the 3rd min Thomas Harvey collected the ball on the edge of his area and went on a marauding run, Thomas then linked up lovely with Mahir Alam, who played the ball back to Thomas who took a shot from just inside Bourton’s box and managed to force a corner. Josh Herbert took the corner and as the ball was whipped in Jack Cameron was quickest to react and headed the ball goal ward, unfortunately it just skimmed the top of the cross bar. Shortly afterward it was Bourton’s turn to attack and just as they had created an opportunity to shoot at goal Colt’s Keeper, Sam Baldwin, dived bravely at the attackers feet and smothered the ball. Unfortunately from this he picked up a slight injury, but one squeeze of the magic sponge and he was ready to continue in goal. Play progressed at a frantic pace with both teams battling hard for the opening goal. Then on 13 minutes Bourton fired a good shot that was saved superbly by a flying Sam Baldwin. Both teams carried on carving out good chances to score but neither team could make their opportunities count, then on the stroke of half time Josh Knibbs had to make an excellent covering tackle to stop an almost certain goal. As the half time whistle blew the score was 0-0.  The 2nd half started much as the 1st ended with both teams playing some good football. Within the 1st minute Thomas Harvey had the chance for a shot, which forced a good save from the Bouton keeper. After some lovely football Carterton were awarded a free kick on the left hand side, Josh Herbert fired an excellent shot towards the near post and was very unlucky for the ball not to cross the line. Then on 10 minutes Mahir passed a lovely ball to Thomas who struck the ball cleanly and despite the keeper getting across to make a save the ball squirmed under the keeper’s body and it was a goal to the Colts. As play resumed Colts kept the pressure on Bourton with some committed play. When Colts did lose the ball and Bourton went on the attack the defence of Josh Knibbs and Jack Cameron, assisted by Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies, dealt confidently in getting the ball clear.  After 15 minutes Jack Davies, who had battled hard down the right wing, was replaced with Lewis Smith. The last action of the day fell to Thomas Harvey, who on 19 minutes had the chance to put the game beyond doubt, struck a lovely shot towards the top left hand of the goal, but was kept out by a lovely save by the Bourton keeper. As the final whistle blew Carterton had won the match 1-0. The whole team today played some of the best football of their season and picking a Man of The Match this week would be hard for the manager, however for the goal and some battling play Thomas Harvey was awarded the trophy.
3.11.07	CFC U 10 Colts 4 v 2 Bicester Town Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..Today’s football match saw Carterton Colts hosting Bicester in their 2nd home match of the season. A lovely warm November morning greeted the parents and players, who despite their teams current run of bad form, were quietly optimistic about today’s match. Starting line up consisted of Sam Baldwin as goalkeeper, Jack Cameron and Josh Knibbs in defence and making up the midfield was Jack Davies, Josh Herbert and Thomas Harvey. Mahir Alam was Colts lone striker. Bicester took the kick off and straight away produced some nice passing football, however Colts had a determined look about them, eager to prove they could score goals and win matches and what followed did not disappoint. Colts quickly got on top of their opponents and after only 2 minutes Mahir passed to Thomas who took a shot but pulled it wide, Bicester however, quickly threatened the Colts goal with a shot, which Sam initially saved. The ball then came loose and Jack Cameron cleared the ball off the line. The match soon evened up with both sides having sight of goal, but unable to find the back of the net. After 17 minutes of play Thomas collects the ball from inside his own half and runs down the left wing and takes a shot at goal, which the keeper pushes wide for a corner. Josh Herbert crosses the ball in from the left and Josh Knibbs runs in to the box, leaps and heads home a excellent goal. Finally, Colts goal drought was ended. This goal seemed to give Colts a renewed confidence and they pressed home their advantage. Only 2 minutes later Thomas again picks the ball up on the left and after a lovely jinking run cuts inside the defence and lets fly a lovely shot, which left the keeper with no chance of a save. Half time 2 – nil to Colts.  Second started as lively as the 1st finished. After 2 minutes Colts were rewarded with a free kick in the centre of the field. Josh Knibbs sends the ball in to the Bicester goal area, the defence were alert to the danger and cleared but only as far a Josh Knibbs who puts the ball back into the danger area. Mahir heads the ball to Thomas who was waiting on the outside of the box. As the ball came down Thomas strikes a lovely volley in to the back of the net. Colts then proceeded to take control of the game and for the next few minutes managed to dictate play. After 10 minutes Josh Herbert finds himself in front of goal with the ball and beautifully places the ball in the bottom left hand corner of the goal. Colts were in no mood to relieve the pressure on Bicester and Jack Cameron goes on a speculative run up the right hand side, seeing Mahir in the clear plays a lovely ball across field to him. Mahir then produces a lovely back heel into the path of Thomas, who was looking for his hat trick, shoots but just brushes the right hand post.  For Mahir this was his last play of the day as the manger rings the changes. Mahir gives way for Lewis Smith and Sam Jarvis comes on for Jack Davies. Although the score was 4 – nil, Bicester were not about to give up and on 14 minutes Bicester won a free kick outside the box. A Bicester player steps up and strikes home an excellent free kick.  Bicester then score another goal on 18 minutes to make the score 4 – 2. This was the last action of a very entertaining match for Colts parents. Thomas Harvey was awarded Man of the Match not only for his 2 well taken goals but for the excellent all round display, especially the battling performance he produced in defence
13.10.07	Banbury Town Youth 3 v 0 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..A grey, misty morning greeted Carterton Colts this morning who were on the road again, this time to Banbury. Carterton made one change to the team that played so well last week against Bampton (but still somehow managed to lose) Mahir Alam who had been performing well in the previous weeks earned himself a starting place as striker. Could this be the change that would end Colts spell of bad luck? Colts got the match underway and both teams started brightly, with some good attacking play. The 1st opportunity fell to Banbury who on 3 minutes forced a corner that was whipped in from the left. Thomas Harvey headed the ball out but it fell to another Banbury player who shoots and would have scored but Sam Baldwin, who was alert to the danger, saves the shot. Both teams continued some good passing football, then on 5 minutes Banbury create a break up the left and as the ball were crossed in, or maybe it was a shot it was hard to decide, it sneaked passed Sam Baldwin’s left hand post and 1-0 to Banbury. From here most of the match was hard battling as both teams struggled to get on top of their opponents. Neither team really got control nor although Colts pushed hard they could not seem to create a clear chance to force the equaliser. The half ended with Banbury a goal to the good. As the second half started it was clear that Banbury were not going to let Colts into the game and for the 1st 5 mins it was all Banbury who were showing some good attacking play, then after only 6 minutes all the pressure told, despite some stoic defending from Jack Cameron, Banbury went further in to the lead with another goal. Although Colts tried hard they just could not get themselves into the match and Banbury’s ascendancy was starting to show. After 13minutes Colts made a substitution and Bradley Allen replaced Thomas Harvey, who had played well and created some chances down the left wing. Despite the change Colts were still under pressure and on 15 minutes Banbury scored again. Again Colts pressed the Banbury defence, but they stood firm. The match ended Banbury clear winners 3 – nil. Although there is only one Man of the Match performance, the team as a whole battled hard and did not give up today. Today’s Man of the Match was Jack Cameron, for an outstanding performance in defence. Match report from W&DYL Web site….. Banbury Town Youth 3 Carterton Colts 0…..Outstanding football from Banbury Town, right from the start Banbury were on top form. The pace of the match was very fast with the ball being passed from one end of the pitch to the other. Although Carterton were defending very well Banbury's Daniel Middleton opened the score sheet scoring the first goal of the match with a superb cross that found the back of the net. Shot after shot was being made by Banbury, and some nice passing between all the players. Chay Buckingham had a shot at goal only to be met by a save from the keeper. Daniel Middleton in midfield was battling well making some nice tackles and some very well read passes to players in space. Nathan Matthews in defence along with Lewis Fuller were making some nice clearances, forcing Carterton to work even harder. Chay Buckingham had a good header shot at goal but again Carterton's keeper made the save. Banbury's Lewis Fuller took a fantastic goal kick straight to Daniel Middleton who made an excellent run up the field. The second half saw more of the same outstanding football. Luke Wetherall was making some good tackles and again as all the players some excellent passes. Luke Coleman scored goal number two. Goal number three was scored by Chay Buckingham after a nice lay off from Daniel Middleton. What a great game of football from these under 10's very entertaining and exciting. Well done. Man of the match for Banbury was Chay Buckingham. Carterton man of the match was Jack Cameron, for an outstanding performance in defence.
6.10.07	CFC U 10 Colts 0 v 2 Bampton Town Match report by Craig Harvey…..Our 1st home match of the season beckoned on a cold and grey morning, Bampton Town were to be our opponents today. Colts team remained unchanged for the 4th week in a row and the boys were in a buoyant mood. Colts were to get the match underway and straight from the kick off put Bampton on the back foot. Within the 1st minute Jack Davies got the ball back from a throw in and crossed the ball from the right. Thomas Harvey, waiting at the far post, headed towards goal but the ball went narrowly wide. From here Colts exerted almost constant pressure on Bampton and had several chances on goal. Lewis Smith found himself clear on goal, but unfortunately shot wide of the post. Then Thomas Harvey and Lewis Smith found themselves in a goalmouth scramble but again the ball went wide. This seemed to be a theme of, not only this game but also the season so far, creating good opportunities but being unable to convert their chances. After 15 minutes disaster struck for Carterton, from a throw in for Bampton a momentary lack of concentration in Colt’s midfield and defence resulted in the ball breaking to Bampton’s no.7 who neatly put the ball past goalkeeper, Sam Baldwin. Half time and Bampton were a goal to the good. 2nd half kicked off and again the story was the same as the 1st half, with Colts having much of the possession and territory but goals seemed impossible to come by. Although you could not fault the effort the Colt’s lads were putting in and the pressure they were putting on their opponents they could not find a way to break down Bampton’s defence, who put in a solid performance today. Then on 6 minutes from the throw in the ball came clear to Bampton and an unfortunate error in the Colt’s defence allowed Bampton to score again. Colts made a substitute; Lewis Smith came off to make way for Mahir Alam, who has been in good form recently. However, even with the change of striker, Carterton could not do much to change the outcome of the game and it ended 2 – 0 to Bampton Town. Carterton’s Man of the Match was Josh Herbert for battling hard in midfield Match report from W&DYL Web site….. Carterton Colts 0 Bampton Town 2…..Colts first home match of the season beckoned on a cold and grey morning. Colts team remained unchanged for the fourth week in a row and the boys were in a buoyant mood. Colts were to get the match underway and straight from the kick off put Bampton on the back foot. Within the 1st minute Jack Davies got the ball back from a throw in and crossed the ball from the right. Thomas Harvey, waiting at the far post, headed towards goal but the ball went narrowly wide. From here Colts exerted almost constant pressure on Bampton and had several chances on goal. Lewis Smith found himself clear on goal, but unfortunately shot wide of the post. Then Thomas Harvey and Lewis Smith found themselves in a goalmouth scramble but again the ball went wide. This seemed to be a theme of, not only this game but also the season so far, creating good opportunities but being unable to convert their chances. After 15 minutes disaster struck for Carterton, from a throw in for Bampton a momentary lack of concentration in Colt's midfield and defence resulted in the ball breaking to Bampton's no.7 who neatly put the ball past goalkeeper, Sam Baldwin. Second half kicked off and again the story was the same as the first half, with Colts having much of the possession and territory but goals seemed impossible to come by. Although you could not fault the effort the Colt's lads were putting in and the pressure they were putting on their opponents they could not find a way to break down Bampton's defence, who put in a solid performance today. Then on 6 minutes from the throw in the ball came clear to Bampton and an unfortunate error in the Colt's defence allowed Bampton to score again. Colts made a substitute; Lewis Smith came off to make way for Mahir Alam, who has been in good form recently. However, even with the change of striker, Carterton could not do much to change the outcome of the game and it ended 2-0 to Bampton Town. Carterton's Man of the Match was Josh Herbert for battling hard in midfield..
29.9.07	Garden City 2 v 0  CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..On an overcast morning Carterton were away to the league leaders Garden City. Carterton were in buoyant mood after their excellent performance last week. The team line up was unchanged from previous weeks and consisted of Sam Baldwin in goal, Jack Cameron and Josh Knibbs in defence, and midfield was Jack Davies, Josh Herbert and Thomas Harvey and Lewis Smith in the striking role. Garden City won the toss and elected to kick off and came out straight on the attack. It seemed Carterton were a little shell shocked by the relentless onslaught and after only 3 minutes of play City started an attack down the left hand side, the ball was crossed across the face of goal and a City player latched on to the ball and struck it superbly into the back of the net. Although a disappointment for the Colts this proved to be the wake up call they needed and they started to up the tempo. After some hard battling Jack Davies broke down the right and crossed the ball to Thomas Harvey, the goalkeeper for City was off the line quickly and as Thomas was rising for the header the goal keeper punched the ball clear.    At this point the game seemed to swing into Carterton’s favour with some good chances. 1st was a free kick on the right, Josh Herbert lined the free kick up and shot, the goal keeper was again alert to the danger and saved. Then Thomas created a good chance down the left hand side and created enough room to cross the ball to Josh Herbert who again forced a save from the keeper. The resultant corner was crossed in and Thomas found himself with the chance to shoot, unfortunately pulled the shot wide. Despite this sustained pressure Colts couldn’t convert, the half ended with city 1 - nil up. Second half and it was Colts kick off and although Colts started strong City had the better of the chances. On 3 minutes City created a good chance which saw the ball go over the crossbar. Then some excellent play down the left resulted in Sam Baldwin having to pull out a good save to keep Carterton in the game. The game then entered a period of both teams creating some good chances. One of these efforts saw Sam Baldwin diving bravely at the attackers’ feet and smothering the ball which stopped a certain goal.   On 13 minutes Lewis Smith was substituted through injury and on came Mahir Alam, who had been on good form recently. After 15 minutes last weeks Man of the Match for the second game Sam Jarvis came on for Thomas Harvey, who had done some good work down the left, to see if he could find the elusive goal for Carterton. The best chance of the half fell to City who struck the crossbar. Then on 19 minutes disaster struck for Carterton. City managed to force a corner, which was whipped in from the left and found a City head, who directed it into the back of the goal. This was the final action of the half and the result was 2 - nil to Garden City.    Although this will go down as a loss, all the boys should be rightly proud of their performances against the team at the top of the league and on any other day some of the chances they had should have found the back of the net. Man of the Match today was Josh Herbert for the way he battled hard in midfield and created some good scoring opportunities.
22.9.07	Deddington Colts 1 v 1 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..For Carterton Colts another morning of football beckoned. Today’s match was away to Deddington Colts. The sky was overcast but pleasantly mild and the pitch was in fine form, a perfect recipe for some good football and what followed did not disappoint. Carterton started the match with their usual line up of Sam Baldwin in goal with Josh Knibbs and Jack Cameron, who are starting to create a good partnership in defence, playing off them would be Josh Herbert in midfield and Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies on the left and right respectively and Carterton’s target man was Lewis Smith. The game started with Carterton winning the toss and electing to kick off. The match started with a ferocity not often seen by Carterton followers. Players on both sides instantly wanting to make their mark on the game. Neither team managed to get the upper hand through the early exchanges, but that just made for a more exciting match. Eventually Carterton started to have a little bit more of the attacking opportunities with a good move started by Josh Knibbs in defence who played the ball to Josh Herbert, Josh ran with the ball and placed a pass through to Lewis who shot but went wide for a corner. Josh Herbert, took the corner but was cleared by Deddington’s defence, who throughout this match produced some good solid play. More attacking play was soon to follow and after about 8 minutes Lewis who was placed through the middle had a shot on goal the Deddington keeper did well to push the ball clear of the initial danger, but Thomas Harvey who drifted in from the left wing followed up on the loose ball and despite striking the ball with his unfavoured right foot slotted the ball home to open the scoring. Deddington came straight out from the kick off on the attack, however some excellent battling from our defensive duo assisted superbly by Jack Davies, who can only be described as a midfield dynamo. His tireless efforts in tracking back and sometimes being the last man in defence rightly earned him Man of the Match for Carterton. The half ended 1 - 0 to Carterton. Second half kicked off with a mirror of the 1st half. Both teams battling hard and at times producing some lovely passing football. Deddington had some good chances early on, however they found themselves unable to convert their early chances mainly due to the excellent defensive efforts of the Colts. The efforts that the whole team were producing were surely pleasing to all the parents watching with their heart in their mouths and hands over their eyes. After 5 minutes of some good constructive football by Deddington they managed to force a corner. The ball was whipped in and a Deddington head directed the ball goal ward. Sam Baldwin, who up to this point had very little to do made a good save but the ball, came loose and Deddington pounced upon the ball and scored. With the score now 1 - 1 the intensity of the match seemed to quadruple as both teams came out for the vital winner. In the last minutes the tension for both sets of spectators was etched upon every body’s faces. Within the last 5 minutes chances fell to both teams with Carterton having two chances the 1st falling to Josh Knibbs. He found himself on the edge of the box with the ball coming towards him. Josh took aim but although the shot was on target the ball started rising and went over the crossbar. The 2nd chance came to Josh Herbert who after making a good run found himself on goal and stuck the ball goal wards, again the ball started rising and virtually shaved the top of the cross bar. In the final minute of the match Deddington had chance to steal the game with a frantic goal mouth scramble but Carterton managed somehow to get the ball clear. Full time 1 - 1. A fantastic game of football and all credit should be given to both teams for their efforts and I for one can not wait for the return fixture.
15.9.07	Charlton & District 1 v 0 CFC U 10 Colts Match report by Craig Harvey…..Saturday morning and another football match beckons. The sky was clear blue with not a cloud in sight; it was a perfect day for football. Carterton Colts were away to Charlton & District. The match started with a now familiar line up Sam Baldwin in goal with Josh Knibbs and Jack Cameron the stalwarts in defence, playing off them would be Josh Herbert in midfield and Thomas Harvey and Jack Davies on the left and right respectively and Carterton’s target man was Lewis Smith. The match started very well with Carterton playing very strongly from the first whistle. The first five minutes and Carterton’s manager, John Herbert, must have been very pleased with what he saw, as the whole team were putting into practice what had been taught in the many training sessions leading up to the start of the season. The fluidity of the passing was surely a joy to watch for the Carterton parents. Charlton had absorbed some good pressure from Carterton who had many chances with shots from Josh Herbert and Thomas Harvey and after the first five minutes Charlton slowly started to claw their way back in to the match which had been one way traffic till now. After eight minutes Charlton forced a corner from a save from Carterton’s goal keeper Sam Baldwin. As the ball was whipped in Thomas Harvey showed some good defending with a strong header out. Both teams now started to play some good committed football, both teams had many opportunities to take the lead but neither could convert their chances. At Half time the scored remained 0 - 0. As the second half kicked off Charlton came out and had the ascendancy over Carterton. They appeared to have just a little bit more spirit and determination than their rivals. The second half soon settled down to mirror the first with some strong defending and running from both Jack Cameron and Josh Knibbs. After about 10 minutes of some competitive football with neither team allowing the other any clear chances on goal, Charlton crossed the ball from the left hand side, which was received by a Charlton player who had a shot on goal, Sam Baldwin initially made a good save from the shot but it came loose from his grasp and Charlton scored. From the restart Carterton were desperately trying to win a goal but despite some determined efforts from Lewis Smith, who was a constant thorn in Charlton’s defence, they failed to convert their chances. Carterton then made a substitution Jack Davies, who had been tireless down the right wing and had created some good opportunities; Mahir Alam came on as his replacement. Despite the fresh legs and the fraught parents cheering on their team Carterton were unable to create a goal scoring opportunity. Charlton took the win 1 - 0 over Carterton. Despite playing at times some very good football Carterton had to settle for a loss, however one player should be proud of the way he played today and that was Jack Cameron, who never gave up battling for the ball and was tireless in bringing the ball out of defence, his passing today was also outstanding, a well deserved Man Of The Match performance. Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Charlton & District 1 Carterton Colts 0…..On a bright sunny morning Charlton opened their A League account with a narrow win over a Carterton side that made them work all the way. Right from the outset it was clear that these two sides were closely matched and clear cut chances were hard to come by. Carterton had the first real chance but Charlton's George Grieve was on hand to clear the goal bound shot. At the other end Daniel McLean tested Carterton's keeper, Sam Baldwin, and James Mendham tried his luck but his shot was wide. The second half started in much the same way until Charlton put together a move that brought the decisive goal. Rhys Hamblett found Mendham who set McLean away for a well hit shot. Baldwin parried but Hamblett had continued his run and coolly slotted home the loose ball. Carterton tried to respond and pressed hard in their efforts to find an equaliser. However they found Charlton's defence of Grieve, Daniel Fowler, Kyle Bennett and later substitute, Mali Minchin, playing well as a unit and with good support from the midfield they were unable to find the telling shot. Charlton also created further chances with runs and shots from McLean and a great header, which went narrowly wide, by Mendham from Hamblett's cross. A very enjoyable game - well done to all players for contributing and competing right to the end despite a difficult, hard pitch and increasing heat. Despite playing at times some very good football Carterton had to settle for a loss, however one player should be proud of the way he played today and that was Jack Cameron, who never gave up battling for the ball and was tireless in bringing the ball out of defence, his passing today was also outstanding, a well deserved man of the match performance.
8.9.07	CFC U 10 Colts 1 v 0  Tower Hill Match report by John Herbert…..The first game of the season kicked off at a sunny Monahan Way. It was clear from the start that both teams were determined to stamp their authority on the game, in what has been a close rivalry over the past 3 seasons. The first chance of the match fell to Tower Hill, which was put over the bar. Carterton began to get a foot hold in the game and Josh Herbert came close to opening the scoring when his shot from the edge of the box went narrowly wide. Carterton took the lead when the ball was played into the Tower Hill penalty area and their defenders clearance was blocked by Thomas Harvey and looped up and over the keeper into the net, 1-0 to Carterton. The second half started in the same fashion as the first, but Carterton started to create the better chances and nearly doubled their lead when Man of the Match Thomas Harvey hit the post from a corner. Lewis Smith came close on two occasions to extending Carterton's lead when he hit the post and put his shot narrowly wide when one on one with the Tower Hill keeper. Carterton worked extremely hard and defended well as a team, running out deserved winners in a close and hard fought game

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19.4.08	CFC U 11 v Witney Vikings Youth <hr>
12.4.08	CFC U 11 8 v 1 Bardwell match report by Neil Godfrey.  With both teams playing their final games of the season each team wanted to finish on a high. Carterton were quickest out of the traps with Dan Bott and Roy O’Neil scoring early on.  The Carterton midfield was battling well and soon doubled their lead through Karl Smith and Rory O’Neil. Bardwell continued to battle but found no way past Chris Mcdonald.  Dan Eales added to the score allowing Carterton a 5-0 half time lead. With some determined play and good passing Carterton came out where they left off, however is was Bardwell who made the most of a counter attack, with a well taken goal form Kyle Brooks.  The Carterton defence were not having much of that and turned defence into attack with roaming left back Bradley Wright making it 6 with a delicate lob over the keeper. Two more goals from Dan Bott and Rory O’Neil completing his hatrick finished off a rewarding day for Carterton.
2.4.08	CFC U 11 v Combe Junior Sports
29.3.08	Hook Norton v CFC U 11
15.3.08	CFC U 11 v Eynsham Youth
8.3.08	Combe Junior 2 v 1 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..After a disappointing couple of weeks, we came up against the free scoring Combe side who have only conceded 8 goals in 16 games this season.  On a superb pitch and with an excellent league appointed referee and honest linesmen, we kicked off with a changed line up compared to normal and it was proving to be very successful for the early periods.  Although Combe had the vast amount of possession, they were achieving very little and it was Carterton that nearly broke the deadlock when Tiago Lopes' scuffed shot brushed the post. With the wind behind them though, Combe broke well and a fizzing shot was well saved by the Carterton keeper, only to have it kicked out of his hands and the goal awarded.  This was a harsh decision and for a short period our heads dropped, but some superb defending from all of our back four and some great goal keeping, kept us in the game as the half time whistle blew. The second half was a brilliant encounter for all spectators, as we gave it everything we had to get back on level terms.  We threw caution to the wind at times and were left exposed on several occasions, but we really tested Combe and on another day we may well of been rewarded.  Karl Smith had a shot come back off the post, Danny Bott had a great effort well saved and Rory O'Neil just missed with a great effort, but if you don't take your chances you get punished and that is what happened here.  A fantastic passing move by Combe resulted in a great finish and they were rampant at 2 v 0.  We stood firm though and never gave up, being duly rewarded when Rory O'Neil whipped over a great cross for Danny Bott to control and Ben Wright finish with some ease.  We gave it everything in the last five minutes but just couldn't break them down.  All credit to Combe though, they are a very good side, who are extremely hard working for each other but we stood toe to toe with them for long periods of this game.  They are rightly above us in the league, as their fair, honest and composed football is rewarded and rightly so.  The Carterton boys did themselves proud today and deserved all the praise they got at the final whistle.
1.3.08	CFC U 11 1 v 5 chipping Norton Town Swifts Match report by Steve Wright…..Football is a game of two halves and oh how different they can be.  When we played Chippie away from home, it was 0 v 0 at half time and for most of the second half, before we got hammered 5 v 0.  Today it was very similar, when we went in at half time level at 1 v 1.  With the wind behind us we started well and had the majority of the possession, but Chippies keeper has a good set of hands and we were finding it hard to beat him.  As the half progressed, Chippie came back in to the game and a speculative ball over the top was met well by there pacey striker who finished well to take the lead.  We kept going and were knocking on the door, but just couldn't get that clear break, until and bad tackle on Karl Smith, saw us rewarded with a free kick out wide and some 25 yards from goal.  Up stepped Danny Bott to float over a great ball that beat there keeper to make it 1 v 1.  Right on the stroke of half time we had our best move of the match, with a neat inter-change of passes down the left, between Bradley Wright and Danny Bott, which saw a peach of a cross that Ben Wright met on the volley only for Chippies keeper to pull off a superb save.  Oh what a different second half it was though !!!!  We were camped in our own half for long periods due to the wind and by not helping ourselves due to a lack of composure and ability on the ball at times, which allowed Chippie take us to the cleaners.  We got what we deserved in the end as Chippie bagged four more goals in the last ten minutes to comfortably walk away victorious.  They had a greater hunger in the second period of the match and worked tirelessly for each other.  Something we must do if we wish to progress. Well done Chippie, you deserve to be up there.
23.2.08	Chasewell Park 2 v 3 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..After the disappointment of last week, we ventured over to Banbury with the bear eleven and much weakened team to take on the hardworking Chasewell Park.  A very blustery morning saw us kick off with the wind behind us and the advantage of playing down the slope.  It all looked very positive when an early Rory O'Neil strike rattled the bar and a Tiago Lopes shot went just wide moments later.  With their first venture up field though, Chasewell took the lead with their pacey winger making a great run and finishing with a superb chip over the advancing Chris MacDonald who had no chance.  We piled on the pressure though and just moments later we were awarded a penalty for a very cynical challenge on Danny Bott.  He lifted himself off the floor and his ever reliable shooting boots failed him for once as he put his effort wide.  We never gave up though and were rewarded moments later when a great run and shot after a neat pass by Will Partlett saw Rory O'Neil get his name on the score sheet.  It was all Carterton at this point and with our very next attack another awful challenge in the box saw Danny Bott bury the resulting penalty.  The wind was playing a major part in the game now and Chasewell were finding it hard to get in our half as we piled forward in search of a third.  It wasn't to long in coming either, when a sweet in-swinging free kick from Danny Bott was poked in by Bradley Wright before it crossed the line.  This was just the lead we needed as the half time whistle blew, because the wind had picked up to gale force by the time the second half began.  It really was heavy going for the lads now and the weather was playing a massive part in the game.  Chasewell battled well and were rewarded with a great goal from a corner as they pushed us back for most of the second period.  We had a few good chances in the second half, with both Rory & Danny having good opportunities, but with a wind as strong as this it was real hard going for us playing up hill and in to it.  We hung on at the end to claim all three points, but this was a close encounter and one we just about did enough to win. Well done boys.
16.2.08	CFC U 11 2 v 3 CFC U 11 Colts Match report by Steve Wright…..Our local derby on a frosty morning at Monahan Way proved to be as explosive as our previous encounter when a poor refereeing robbed us of all three points.  The same can not be said this time as Danny McDonough had the whistle and did a sterling job. That aside, we started the brighter and had Colts on the back foot from the off.  Several times their keeper was at 'sixes and sevens' and only solid defending in front of him kept us out, in particular their Captain who kept us at bay all day with a superb performance.   It wasn't long though before Colts had their first chance and a cracking shot from the edge of the box, came back off the bar only for Chris MacDonald to spill it and Will Hayes slot the ball in the back of the net.  Again Carterton FC continued to play the better football and a great ball from Jeremy Kirby split the tight Colts defence, Ben Wright delivered a great cross which Danny Bott hit at the Colts keeper who was all over the shop and the ball bounced out for Bradley Wright to slot home for his first of the season.  As the players celebrated and were back in position for the re-start, an amazing off-side decision was given about a minute later and the goal disallowed. Where the linesman (or was it his Dad ?) got the decision from, we will never know, but it was a very peculiar decision that the cynics amongst found hard to stomach !!  Moments later it got even worse, when Daniel Frost broke free and finished well to extended the Colts lead.  We continued to work hard though and the dogged defence of the Colts were holding tight, but a great through ball from Karl Smith saw Ben Wright finish clinically for us to go in 2 v 1 down at half-time. The second half kicked off and again we were playing the better football and were rightly rewarded when Danny Bott latched on to a neat through ball to level the scores at 2 v 2. It was end to end stuff now without either team really peppering the other ones goal, but football is all about goals and it was Colts who grabbed the winner through a neat run and shot by Keir Campbell.  The game finished with Colts coming out on top 3 v 2 and we wish them the best of luck for the remainder of the season.
9.2.08	KO Cup 4th round …..Tower Hill 7 v 2 Cfc U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..Carterton U11's KO Cup run, came to a very abrupt end this morning against a strong 'A' League team in Tower Hill. There are days as a manager that you can sense that the boys aren't up for it and unfortunately this was one of them. Within five minutes we were 2 v 0 down and really on the back foot.  Tower Hill are not in the top division for nothing and they showed it early on. Neat passing, keeping possession and closing us down was the name of their game and we just couldn't cope.  Chris MacDonald between the sticks was had a torrid time, seeming overwhelmed by just how busy he was being kept.  With the score at 2 v 0, I really did fear the worst as we just couldn't string two passes together, but after a long run down the left, Tiago Lopes cut inside and beat their keeper with a good finish. Our heads lifted and we stepped up the tempo, clearly playing the better football at this point.  Tower Hill were at sixes and sevens at the back, but we just couldn't find that killer pass or shot to break them down.  Right on the stroke of half time though, they bagged another, with Chris MacDonald letting himself down. The second half was much better to start with from us and we worked extremely hard without getting many clear opening's and a lapse in concentration saw Tower Hill extend their lead even further to 4 v 1.  Credit to the boys though, they stuck to the cause and our best move of the game was rewarded with a goal.  From one end of the pitch to the other we passed to feet, with Rory O'Neil delivering the final ball for Danny Bott to finish.  At 4 v 2 we once again looked to better team, but couldn't find that consistency to break Tower Hill down.  They are a hard working team who kept going and soon after extended their lead.  Our heads dropped and our battling spirit collapsed with Tower Hill running amok, bagging two more goals and even missing a penalty.  Chris MacDonald made up for his errors with some great saves, but it was ultimately to much to late. All told not our best performance of the season, but in the end the better team won comfortably.  We have a lot of improving to do if we ever want to compete in the 'A' League that for sure !
2.2.08	Bicester Town Colts 5 v 2v CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright….On a freezing cold morning on a frosty playing surface, a very strong Bicester Colts team who beat the league leaders Deddington last time out, proved once again that they are a very hard working side who ran out worthy winners in this game. From the kick off we were under pressure and eventually conceded after 10 minutes to a soft goal that our keeper should have done better with.  That was our wake up call and moments later, with a good interchange of play down the left, Danny Bott sneaked in a equaliser after a goal keeping blunder at the other end.  The game was free flowing at this point, but we don't learn from our mistakes and gave Bicester far to much time on the ball, ultimately getting punished by a long strike that fizzed in to the roof of the net.  We were somewhat fortunate to go in only 2 v 1 down at half time, with Chris MacDonald making one superb save to keep us in it. A rocket from myself at half time seemed to inspire the lads and we came out of the blocks well and flew at Bicester at the start of the second half.  A great ball from Jeremy Kirby saw Rory O'Neil break free and bury the equaliser.  It was all Carterton now and we really were playing some great passing football.  A lovely ball down the left flank saw Tiago Lopes clear two defenders and release Rory O'Neil, his superb cross just needed a touch, but unfortunately Josh Lee arrived a second to late to bury it in the empty net.  From the resulting goal kick Bicester broke clear and easily lobbed the advancing Chris MacDonald to take the lead.  We continued to battle hard with Tiago Lopes clearing the bar with goal at his mercy and Bradley Wright finding the side netting with a header from a deep corner.  It just wasn't happening for Carterton though and shortly after Bicester extended their lead with two quick fire goals which killed us off.  The lads had 20 minutes of great football today but must quickly learn to play for the whole game or these results will become a familiar sight.  Credit to Bicester, they are a strong and physical side, with several very talented young lads who fully deserved their victory.
26.1.08	KO cup 3rd Rd…..Marsh Gibbon 2 v 4 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..A long drive for this away fixture in the 3rd Round of the KO Cup saw us drawn against Marsh Gibbon.  On a blustery morning, in glorious sunshine, we kicked off in to the wind and immediately found the going very tuff against a very competitive opposition on this small pitch which hampered our style of play.  We also had a re-jigged set-up which didn't help, as we were without the influential Andy Rhodes & Will Parsons at the back, who both were unavailable for this Cup clash.  With the wind behind them, Marsh Gibbon started the better and took an early lead with a neat finish from their towering centre forward who brushed aside several challenges to comfortably beat Chris MacDonald between our sticks.  We huffed and we puffed but didn't create any clear cut chances and from nowhere, Marsh Gibbon extended their lead.  With the wind behind him, their midfield dynamo took a speculative lob from some thirty yards out and it dropped right over Chris and in to the back of the net for 2 v 0. Oh dear me, this was going to be a real struggle now !!!! We continued to battle well and as the clock approached half time a cynical challenge on Rory O'Neil saw us awarded a free kick on the angle of the 18 yard box.  Up stepped Danny Bott to thrash the ball in to the 'onion bag' in some style.  This really was a top draw finish for U11's football and he thoroughly deserved the applause from both sets of parents.  With our tails up, we flew at Marsh Gibbon and right on half time we grabbed an equaliser.  Danny Bott mistimed a shot from a deep Rory O'Neil cross, but the ball fell at the feet of Tiago Lopes who smashed the ball passed the advancing Marsh Gibbon keeper.  The lads were really up for it now and the second half couldn't start soon enough.  Within minutes of the restart, a mix up in the Marsh Gibbon defence saw Rory O'Neil force the ball over the line for us to celebrate again, going 3 v 2 to the good.  Some tough tackling ensued, but Carterton were up for the fight and came out on top. Credit to Marsh Gibbon, they fought well and this great Cup match was end to end now.  Chris MacDonald and the back four kept Marsh Gibbon at bay though and as the clocked ticked down, Rory O'Neil took the ball from one end of the pitch to the other, past four players and finished with some aplomb.  This was a fantastic goal to top off a cracking Carterton come back against a team who's lowly league position belies their quality.  Marsh Gibbon have some very good players indeed and a goal keeper who is top draw at this level and they really gave us a run for our money.  A smashing match and some superb individual performances, especially from Jeremy Kirby and Chris Godfrey at the heart of our defence.  We look forward to meeting our old enemies Tower Hill in the next round.
19.1.08	CFC U 11 1 v 1 Eynsham Match report by Steve Wright…..On a great pitch considering the recent weather, Carterton blew their chance to close the gap on the 'top teams' in the league by under performing against lowly Eynsham. With a strong wind behind them Carterton started very brightly and on two minutes took the lead, when a superb through ball from Jeremy Kirby allowed Rory O'Neil to spring the offside trap and lob the advancing Eynsham keeper, giving Carterton a 1 v 0 lead.  Our tails were up and it looked like this could have been an easy win, but all credit to Eynsham, they dug in and battled hard and never really gave us another clear cut chance for the rest of the first half.  The two central defenders for Eynsham played out of their skins, working hard for each other and their team, never once letting the Carterton goal machine that is 'Danny Bott' have a sniff.  As time pushed on towards half time, Chris McDonald in the Carterton net had not touched the ball, but possession counts for nothing in football if you don't score and moments later the half time whistle blew, with Eynsham looking tired. Oh what a difference a half time makes and the wind behind you in the second half.  Eynsham threw everything forward and they fully deserved their equaliser after a mix up in the Carterton defence, saw Chris Godfrey put through his own net after a bad call from his keeper.  Eynsham had their tails up now and really came at Carterton, but we held out, never really producing anything of sorts ourselves, until right at the death when we should have won the match, when Tiago Lopes missed a glorious opportunity with the whole goal at his mercy but his effort went wide from six yards.  It would have been very cruel indeed though on Eynsham had it gone in and Carterton took all three points, as Eynsham fully deserved their point from this hard fought encounter.
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5.1.08	Wychwood 1 v 9 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..After the long festive break, Carterton U11's hit back in spectacular fashion against lowly Wychwood on a boggy pitch this morning.  Within the first minute we took the lead with Rory O'Neil breaking free to finish clinically whilst one on one with the Wychwood keeper.  The tempo was set and some more good inter-play saw us extend our leaded soon after with Tiago Lopes tapping in after a neat pass and move down the right wing.  With Wychwood just unable to break us down at the back, we piled forward in numbers grabbing three more goals before the break, the pick of which was a cracking effort from Karl Smith from 18 yards.  Changes were made in the first half allowing Josh Lee and Will Partlett an extended run out and they did themselves proud, Will just missing with a neat header early in the second half and the returning Josh working tirelessly up and down the left flank.  The goals continued to flow in the second half though, with Rory O'Neil eventually grabbing four, Danny Bott two, Karl Smith two and Tiago Lopes one.  We conceded a late goal for the match to finish 9 v 1, but had our finishing been more clinical, this really could have been a cricket score.  Well done lads.
15.12.07	Bampton Town 2 v 10 Carterton Match report by Steve Wright…..Oh what a difference a week makes !!!!! On a chilly morning on a great pitch for this time of year in Bampton, a weakened Carterton team with the bare 11 players, really turned on the style to blow Bampton away.  The boys new they owed us a performance and they came out of the blocks well today.  The first five minutes was all Carterton pressure and a rash tackle in the Bampton box saw Danny Bott step up to clinically finish from the spot.  Moments later the electric pace of Rory O'Neil skinned the Bampton back four then he beat the advancing keeper and tapped in from two yards.  We were playing some lovely passing football and were dominating the game, but credit to Bampton, with their first real attack they scored.  At 2 v 1, we sat back and allowed Bampton to play, until we regained our shape and started passing again.  Our re-jigged line up found Danny Bott in midfield for this match and it was his lovely through ball in to Tiago Lopes that had the Bampton defence stretched and a cynical foul bought our second penalty and 'Bottys' second goal.  Right on the stroke of half time we grabbed another with a great turn and finish by Rory O'Neil to go in 4 v 1 up. The second half saw Bampton's 'roof fall in' as we piled forward, with Danny Bott grabbing two more, Rory O'Neil another one, Ben Wright tapping in two and Jeremy Kirby finishing a superb move with a thunderous finish.  Bampton grabbed a late consolation with the best goal of the day, a superb 25 yard strike that flew in to the net, but it was too little too late for Bampton, who were well beaten by this stage.  This was just what we needed after last week and the lads deserved all three points.  Well done boys, both Neil and I were chuffed to bits with today's display, you thoroughly deserved it.
8.12.07	CFC U 11 1 v 4Hook Norton Match report by Steve Wright…..On an atrocious days weather at Monahan Way, Carterton U11's got hit very early by an ever improving Hook Norton side who are moving up the league well.  Hooky are a very one dimensional team who play to the strengths of their big and strong centre forward and we were punished within the first minute when he jumped free in the box to bury a glorious header in to the roof of the net. Within a matter minutes he was free in the box and an mis-timed challenge by Tiago Lopes conceded a penalty.  A thunderous shot from the spot gave Chris MacDonald in the Carterton net no chance and we were now 2 v 0 down with less than five minutes on the clock.  It was now pouring down with rain, freezing cold and an awful biting wind blowing and the lads were finding it hard to get motivated.  We huffed and we puffed, chipping away at the Hooky defence, without really testing their keeper.  We had the lions share of possession but just couldn't pull that all important goal back.  The second half began very much as the first had, with Hook Norton punishing us with some sloppy defending and at 3 v 0 there was only going to be one winner.  Again we tried and we tried and never gave up, but we just couldn't find a way through a very stubborn Hooky defence and sound goal keeper.  As the clocked ticked down, we pushed on, but a glorious passing move saw us punished again as Hook Norton stretched their lead to 4 v 0.  We never gave up and on the break Karl Smith grabbed us a consolation goal on full time.  This was an awful day to play football and the lads gave their all, but we well beaten by a good, solid and hard working Hook Norton team. Well done Hooky !
1.12.07	Eynsham Youth 1 v 7 CFC U 11 Match report by…..Steve Wright …..Back to League after our heroics last week in the Cup, saw us take on mid-table Eynsham Youth.  On a very soggy pitch, Carterton were down to the bare bones with just eleven available players, but the character shown by some of the non-regulars was excellent and led by 'Mr Reliable' Captain Chris, the lads were really up for this one.  From the kick off, both teams were entrenched in a midfield battle that saw Carterton come out on top.  A lovely passing move through the Eynsham defence, saw Tiago Lopes latch on to a Will Partlett pass and burying his shot in the bottom left corner.  Moments later, Ben Wright split the Eynsham defence in two, for the goal machine that is Danny Bott, to get his first of the afternoon with a low drive. The game was end to end for the next twenty minutes, but Eynsham never really had the composure in front of goal to punish us and just at the right time came goal number three. Ben Wright who had been instrumental in all that we were doing well, got his just rewards when a Tiago Lopes cross fell at his feet and he finished clinically.  At this point it was all Carterton and eventually Will Partlett found his shooting boots to make it 4 v 0.  Eynsham never gave up though and great run and cross down our right, saw a deep cross finished well as the Carterton defenders appealed for offside. This goal gave Eynsham a real lift as the half time whistle blew.  At 4 v 1 this game was far from over and Eynsham really came out of the traps well second half, with the wind behind them.  The Carterton back four withstood a great deal of pressure but Chris MacDonald's safe hands were rarely tested.  It was during another prolonged period of Eynsham pressure that Carterton broke up field with 10 minutes to go to grab number five.  A lovely jinking run from Danny Bott finished with some aplomb. Moments later we extended our lead even further with a great effort by Karl Smith and to top the day off Rory O'Neil, who works tirelessly for the team, bagged the seventh with a great finish from a superb Ben Wright through ball.  This was a better passing game from Carterton that is bearing fruit from training and the lads deserved the three points.  A special mention must go to the ref, as when he arrived we all thought "here we go again" after the shocker he had during our derby match versus Colts, clearly robbing us of two points, but all credit to him, he had a much better match. Final score: EYNSHAM YOUTH 1 v 7  CARTERTON FC Onwards and upwards we go ! On a more important note, Carterton U11's would like to wish Matty Lee a very speedy recovery, we're all thinking of you buddy. Get well soon mate.
24.11.07	KO Cup…..CFC U 11 11 (eleven) v 0 Freeland Match report by Steve Wright…..After the disappointment of last weeks second half debacle at Chipping Norton, Carterton U11's hit back in spectacular fashion versus Freeland in the KO Cup. After a late pitch inspection on a frosty morning at Monahan Way, the game kicked off on time at 1030. By 1032 it was 2 v 0 to Carterton and it was clear this was going to be a rout if the lads kept up this level of commitment.  Both Rory O'Neil and Danny Bott found their shooting boots and in spectacular fashion they both bagged four goals each by the final whistle.  Freeland where brushed aside in the first five minutes when Carterton flew out of the blocks and went for the jugular.  At 2 v 0 up, Kieran Colwell in the Freeland defence unfortunately clipped a goal bound effort in to his own net, wrong footing his own keeper. At 3 v 0 the Freeland heads dropped and Carterton just kept going for the duration of the game.  Will Partlett and Tiago Lopes chipped in with one each, but Ben Wright, Karl Smith, Bradley Wright and Dan Eeles could all have been on the score sheet had they shown a little more composure.  Their was some great football played by Carterton and this was a well deserved win.    Final Score:         CARTERTON   11 v 0   FREELAND
17.11.07	Chipping Norton Town Swifts 5 v 0v CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..At the end of this match the Chipping Norton Swift manager said to me..."I didn't expect that mate, I can tell you". Well I tell you what.....neither did I, as the 'roof fell in' during 30 minutes of dire football! This was a superb encounter for the first 30 minutes with Carterton having the better chances and just shaving the possession over a Chippie side sitting just above us in the League.  This really was our chance to impose ourselves on the League Table and go second if other results went in our favour and at half time things were looking very positive.  With the score sat at 0 v 0 all present could see that the first goal was crucial.  Rory O'Neill & Danny Bott both had great chances for us to take the lead, but Chippies keeper, who is the best we have come across this season, would not be beaten. What a difference the second half was though.  We started the better, but a deep Chippie defence just couldn't be broken and during one of their speculative breaks we conceded.....that was it.....heads dropped and the rout began....From every attack onwards Chippie looked like scoring, breaking us down four further times.  Defensive and goalkeeping errors apart, this was a poor 30 minutes against a Chippie side that just kept on battling, whilst we looked tired and defeated as soon as the first goal went in. No excuses, the ref was great and we had a lack luster second half.  As I said at the start...I didn't expect that....Chipping Norton Swifts 5 v 0 Carterton FC
10.11.07	CFC U 11 6 v 3 Chasewell Park Match report by Steve Wright….A cold and blustery morning a Monahan Way saw a superb encounter.  With the wind behind them, Carterton U11's came out of the blocks like 'Lynford Christie'...It was 2 v 0 within the first three minutes after a great run and finish by Danny Bott and a tap in by Tiago Lopes.  This had all the signs of a rout, and Carterton piled on the pressure.  Reece Harper in the Chasewell goal, was having a blinder, keeping shot after shot out with some inspired goalkeeping as balls rained in on his goal.  The strong and powerful Brandon Richardson went off injured which seemed to lose Chasewell any chance they had had to redeem themselves.  It wasn't long after that Carterton extended their lead, when Karl Smith powered through form the centre of midfield to give Carterton a three goal advantage by half time. The start of the second half was very similar to the first and the goal machine that is Danny Bott, extended our lead with a superb twenty yard strike.  The changes were made as the three points looked secure, but credit to Chasewell, they never gave up, catching Carterton with a long range effort that left the stranded Chris MacDonald no hope.  At 4 v 1, Carterton pushed on, with super sub Josh Lee grabbing himself another goal and Danny Bott rounding off a great hat-trick with some aplomb.  6 v 1 to Carterton and the game was over, more substitutions were made which unsettled the team and Chasewell came storming back with two very quick fire goals.  This was a very good performance by Carterton, with Ben Wright, Karl Smith and Jeremy Kirby all giving great accounts of themselves in midfield.
3.11.07	CFC U 11 Colts 2 v 2 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..On a lovely sunny Autumn morning at Kilkenny Lane, Carterton U11's took on their club rivals Carterton Colts in this U11's League match.  This was a beautiful day for football and the Chairman must be thanked for letting us play on our 'home' turf for the BIG match. The matched kicked off with Carterton fielding there strongest line-up possible, but they were soon on the back foot and came under some tough pressure for the first ten minutes, when Colts seemed to be camped in our half.  Although the Colts had come out of the blocks the quickest, they just couldn't find a way through the resolute back four of Carterton.  As the half wore on, it was clear this was going to be a close contest as there was nothing between the two sides.  Colts keeper Olly Grove parried a few half chances from Rory O'Neil, whilst Chris MacDonald was kept busy at the other end with some long range efforts, but for large portions of the match it was a midfield battle that neither team won.  As the half drew to a close, both teams battled hard but no real clear cut chances could break the deadlock and 22 tired boys trapsed off for a well earn't rest. A pumped up Carterton dressing room came out for the second half though raring to go and it was not long before Rory O'Neill eventually found his shooting boots.  A neat inter-change of passes between Danny Bott and Jeremy Kirby, saw a loose ball fall to Rory who buried his finish past the new Colts keeper.  It was all Carterton now and chance after chance went begging, but credit to Colts they never gave up and as the clocked ticked down an unfortunate slip by Mr Dependable Captain Chris, saw William Hayes slip in and finish with some style past the stranded Chris MacDonald in the Carterton goal.  A betting man would have put his money on 1 v 1 being the final score at this point in the game, but it just goes to prove that gambling is a waste of money.  With five minutes to go the injured Tiago Lopes came off, to be replaced by Josh Lee in left midfield.  Seconds later a neat pass down the line from Bradley Wright, saw Danny Bott swing over a deep cross that was missed by everyone, Rory O'Neil never gave up the chase though and fizzed over a cross come shot that was parried by the Colts keeper, only to fall at the feet of Josh Lee who buried the finish.  This was party time for Carterton U11's spectators and with just minutes to go and leading 2 v 1 surely the Colts couldn't come back again. Oh dear oh dear oh dear.. How wrong could I be.  Lady luck plays a massive part in football and so do the Officials, so what a 'travesty of justice' that both should let us down at the same time.  The league appointed referee who had been excellent to that point, allowed Max Davison who was clearly two yards off side, run free on goal to clinch a last gasp equaliser for the Colts.  Spleins were vented and crossed words were said, but the referee allowed the goal to stand and the match finished 2 v 2 just moments later. At this point I must give a mention to 'Big Tony' Manager of Carterton Colts, who immediately came over and consoled my disconsolate team by admitting that the better team on the day had been robbed ! (Cheers Tony, it meant allot).  The U11's had fought hard throughout, played the better football, had the better chances and were ultimately robbed by a shocking refereeing decision that so many impartial spectators had seen and could not believe, but eh, that's football and life goes on !!!  Great credit to Carterton Colts for their never say die attitude and best of luck for the rest of the season to Tony and his boys.   Final Score:     CARTERTON COLTS U11's   2 v 2     CARTERTON FC U11's
14.10.07	Hook Norton 3 v 3 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright…..A damp and drizzly morning at Hook Norton, saw Carterton U11's take on Hook Norton in a re-arranged fixture.  This was always going to be a big test for Carterton without the influential Connor Peacock at the back and the pace and goal scoring ability of Rory O'Neill up front. An open game and free flowing for the first ten minutes saw Carterton have no less than five clear cut scoring opportunities, but we failed to convert any of them.  If you don't score you eventually get punished and that is exactly what happened here. Hook Norton broke up field with their very direct style of football and beat Chris MacDonald in the Carterton net with ease.  Heads dropped and it was backs to the wall for several minutes, when a slip at the back let in Hook Norton for their silky striker to double their lead.  This was proving to be a much harder match than expected and decision after decision was going against us.  But credit to the lads they battled hard and Karl Smith never gave up hope with a loose ball in the box to squeeze it past the Hook Norton keeper.  With our tails up Carterton went for it.  Two outstanding saves and more bad refereeing prevented us from closing the gap until right on half time another shocking decision by the ref let a clear offside goal count and we went in to the break 3 v 1 down. The lads had worked hard but fortune favours the brave in football and they couldn't wait to get out for the second period.  Led by the courageous Chris Godfrey at the heart of the defense, Carterton went out all guns blazing in the second half. Karl Smith picked up the ball some 35 yards out, went round both the Hook Norton centre backs, looked up and place a peach of a left foot strike right in the top corner.  At 2 v 1 it was all Carterton. Attack after attack we were kept out by a stubborn defence and hard working Hook Norton keeper but you could see a goal was on its way. With 10 minutes left we had a free kick 25 yards out.  Up stepped Chris Godfrey, who unleashed a screamer that bought us level.  As legs tired on came Will Partlett.  Hook Norton had two opportunities late on with fast break always, but it was Carterton who looked like winners and right on the final whistle, super sub Will Partlett weaved through Hook Norton's defence and hit a smashing shot that beat their keeper hand down.  We all jumped to celebrate (Tina wet herself), when from nowhere came a Hook Norton defender to heroically clear off the line.  The game finished 3 v 3 and Carterton U11's can be proud of their superb second half display.  I don't like to give Man-of-the-Match nominations as I believe football is a TEAM game, but today, CHRIS GODFREY was outstanding from the very first to the very last minute. In the absence of the Connor Peacock, he stood proud and tall at the back and led his team well indeed.  Well done 'big man, a real Captains performance when we needed one'.
6.10.07	CFC U 11 4 v 3 Bicester Town Colts Match report by Steve Wright…..A pulsating game at Monahan Way, saw Carterton FC come from behind twice to beat a well organised Bicester Town Colts 4 v 3 in this cracking encounter. The game started with Carterton pushing hard, only to find a very stubborn Bicester back line, who were well organised and physically very strong, keeping them out at every attempt.  A long ball through the heart of the defence was the only way through and a great ball from Jeremy Kirby fed Danny Bott who rifled home his first of the morning.  Carterton piled forward in search of another only to be caught on the break by the talented Danny Keen who bagged the first of his three.  The roof fell in shortly after for Carterton when a well placed free kick caught the Carterton defence napping for Danny Keen to bag number two.  Carterton were at six and sevens at this point as Bicester controlled the game.  But you make your own luck in football and a short corner found Karl Smith, who weaved his way through the Bicester back two only to be tackled at the last moment, but fortune favours the brave and as the ball rolled lose, Jeremy Kirby stepped in to blast it in to the back of the net.  At 2 v 2 the game was end to end with Chris Godfrey clearing off the line for Carterton whilst Tiago Lopes, Ben Wright and Danny Bott all missed good chances for Carterton. As half time approached Bicester got their own well deserved moment of luck, when a clearing header from the Carterton defence fell in the path of Danny Keen who fired the ball in to the roof of the net from 12 yards...A great strike to claim his well deserved hat-trick. Spleins were vented during the Carterton half time interval and it seemed to do the trick, as it was all Carterton for the first ten minutes of the second half and they were rewarded by their leading goal scorer Danny Bott, who came up trumps with a speculative run in to the box, but a great strike to draw us level. It was now end to end stuff once again and a smashing game to watch as both teams went for the win.  But once again lady luck shone on Carterton when a 30 yard free kick from Connor Peacock beat all the Carterton strikers, deceived all the Bicester defenders and snook in to the net leaving the Bicester keeper stranded. What a match......4 v 3 was the final result, with Carterton running out winners, but what a great performance from Bicester who can feel very hard done by.  Danny Keen's hat-trick was worthy of a point at least.  A great game and a real credit to Under 11's football.  Match report from W&DYL Web site…..A pulsating game at Monahan Way saw Carterton come from behind twice to beat a well organised Bicester Town Colts 4 3 in this cracking encounter. The game started with Carterton pushing hard but the Bicester midfield of George Morgan and Josh Tingling were making some important tackles and using the ball neatly. A long ball through the heart of the defence was the only way through and a great ball from Jeremy Kirby fed Danny Bott who rifled home his first of the morning. Carterton piled forward in search of another only to be caught on the break by the talented Danny Keen who bagged the first of his three. The roof fell in shortly after for Carterton when a well placed free kick caught the Carterton defence napping for Danny Keen to bag number two. Carterton were at six and sevens at this point as Bicester controlled the game. But you make your own luck in football and a short corner found Karl Smith, who weaved his way through the Bicester back two only to be tackled at the last moment, but fortune favours the brave and as the ball rolled lose, Jeremy Kirby stepped in to blast it in to the back of the net. At 2 2 the game was end to end with Chris Godfrey clearing off the line for Carterton whilst Tiago Lopes, Ben Wright and Danny Bott all missed good chances for Carterton. As half time approached Bicester got their own well deserved moment of luck, when a clearing header from the Carterton defence fell in the path of Danny Keen who fired the ball in to the roof of the net from 12 yards...A great strike to claim his well deserved hat trick. It was all Carterton for the first ten minutes of the second half and they were rewarded by their leading goal scorer Danny Bott, who came up trumps with a speculative run in to the box, but a great strike to draw level. It was now end to end stuff once again and a smashing game to watch as both teams went for the win. But once again lady luck shone on Carterton when a 30 yard free kick from Connor Peacock beat all the Carterton strikers, deceived all the Bicester defenders and sneaked into the net leaving the Bicester keeper stranded. What a match & 4 3 was the final result, with Carterton running out winners, but what a great performance from Bicester who can feel very hard done by. Danny Keen's hat trick was worthy of a point at least. A great game and a real credit to Under 11's football. Bicester manager's man of the match was Josh Tingling. Bicester parents man of the match was Matthew Jillians.
29.9.07	Bardwell 4 v 6 Carterton Match report by Steve Wright…..Carterton kicked off this game and went all out on the attack, with the wind behind us and the down hill slope to our advantage, it wasn't long before Tuesday nights training session on 'dead balls' paid off.  Danny Bott swung over a peach of a corner and Connor peacock rose above everyone in a crowded penalty area to bury the ball in the back of the net.  Within minutes of the re-start, Jeremy Kirby broke down the right wing to deliver a superb cross for Danny Bott to meet on queue and finish clinically.  It was all Carterton at this stage and a horrid mistake by the Bardwell keeper, led to Rory O'Neill sneaking in to hammer home the third. An atrocious refereeing decision allowed Bardwell to pull one back, only for Carterton to stretch their lead once again with a fine strike from Karl Smith to go in 4 v 1 at half time.  With four substitutes to use, Carterton made the changes which seemed to unsettle the team and Bardwell came back in to the match splitting the Carterton defence in half on two occasions to score.  In between these two goals Connor Peacock delivered a superb free-kick for Andy Rhodes to meet on the volley to score his first goal of the campaign. At 5 v 3, Carterton looked to have sealed victory but Bardwell kept pressing and with a minute left they scored again to make it 5 v 4.  Panic set in and a game that should have been out of Bardwell reach and in the bag for Carterton now looked in serious doubt.  Bardwell pressed hard for a late equaliser only for Carterton to break up field and Andy Rhodes double his season's tally with a fantastic strike from 20 yards. The whistle blew seconds later with Carterton winning 6 v 4 and sighs of relief all-round. This game should have been out of Bardwell's sight at half time and credit must go to their keeper who kept Carterton in single figures. A smashing match !!
22.9.07	CFC U 11 6 v 2 Bampton Town Match report by Steve Wright…..With a re-jigged line up after last weeks poor performance, Carterton U11's started this game with their tails up and were on the attack from the off. After just five minutes, Will Partlett played a superb ball through the Bampton defence for Tiago Lopes to clinically finish.  This was just the boost Carterton needed after last weeks debacle and it wasn't long before debutant Karl Smith made it two nil with a great half volley from an acute angle.  To their credit Bampton came back strong and soon had Carterton on the back foot with a superb interchange of passing that sliced through the Carterton central defence to reduce the deficit just before the break. With several changes at half time, Carterton came out second half all guns blazing, with Danny Bott and Jeremy Kirby both netting a brace to put the game beyond Bampton.  The goal of the match though was scored between these goals by Bamptons' impressive number six, Ryan Oliver who unleashed a screamer of a goal from outside of the box.  Both sides worked hard and some good passing football was played by both teams.  A special mention also goes out to Carterton's centre half Connor Peacock who played his last game before moving to Swindons U11's academy. Best of luck Connor from all at Carterton FC, you'll be sorely missed.
15.9.07	Deddington Colts 4 v 2 CFC U 11 Match report by Steve Wright. A very poor outing from Carterton U11's on a lovely day at a smashing location.  We got out of the blocks very slowly and never really started playing until we were 4 v 1 down.  Danny Bott once again rescued us with an individual goal to draw us level at 1 v 1 and Connor Peacock grabbed a consolation penalty late on, but it was all in vein after a well organised and hard working Deddington side had put the match beyond us. Nothing in life is free and the sooner this team realises you don't get three points unless you give 100% for the whole sixty minutes the better, or it will be a long hard season.
8.9.07	CFC U 11 3 v 1 Wychwood Match report by Steve Wright…..Carterton FC Under 11's first League match of the season was versus and well organised and hard working Wychwood side that gave an excellent account of themselves.  A close first half saw Carterton have the lion’s share of the possession yet they failed to make it count in the final third and were duly punished by James Bewer with a clinical finish after fifteen minutes, leaving Chris Macdonald in the Carterton goal no chance.   A hard fought next fifteen minutes saw Carterton keep pushing until right on the half time whistle the Wychwood keeper Guy Walker cleared only for Bradley Wright to head back towards goal and Will Parsons pick up the loose ball, round the keeper and finish with great aplomb. The second half began with Carterton still pushing forward in search of a second goal, only to be caught out on two occasions on the break where Wychwood were really unlucky not to score, with one effort going inches wide and another rebounding back off the post.  Luck was on Cartertons' side though and after just nearly going behind, Danny Bott sprung the Wychwood offside trap and was through on goal, only to be brought down in the box, leaving the referee only one option.....penalty !  Connor Peacock stepped up and buried it. Moments later Carterton stretched their lead, with Danny Bott once again breaking free to beat the Wychwood keeper to make it 3 v 1 just before the final whistle blew. Credit to Wychwood, they played very well indeed and could have easily left with a point had their finishing been more clinical. All told a good run out for both teams on the opening day of the season.

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15.3.08	CFC U 11 Colts 0 v 3 Combe Junior Sports
1.3.08	CFC U 11 Colts 3 v 1 Chasewell Park Match report from W&DYL Web site…. Chasewell faced the away trip to sunny Carterton's Colts team. As has been the case this year the first battle was to get enough players to turn up. With ten players playing for Chasewell the game kicked off with Chasewell playing into the wind. The five man midfield started brightly and following a strong run from Liam Grieveson the ball was turned in by Luke Stacey. Chasewell were passing and moving extremely well and carved out several chances. Another good strike bounced off the bar. Carterton finished the first half strongly and scored two in the last five minutes of the half. Chasewell had the conditions in their favour second half but the conditions seemed to help Carterton who pressed well and kept a lot of the ball .Chasewell were tiring and only had a couple of further chances to show for a lot of hard work. A fluffed goal kick at the end gifted Carterton a third. To Chasewell's credit the Carterton management at the end of the game hadn't realised we only had ten players which is a credit to the players that played. Some players have been ill recently but success at the start of the season was due to commitment which is now sadly lacking.
16.2.08	CFC U 11 2 v 3 CFC U 11 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…. In a close fought derby Carterton Colts took all 3 points against Carterton. Colts took the lead twice through Will Hayes and Daniel Frost with Ben Wright and Daniel Bott equalising. Both sides had a goal disallowed before Kier Cambell grabbed the winner to put them level on points with Carterton.
9.2.08	CFC U 11 Colts 1 v 3 Bicester town Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…. Bicester continued their excellent winning run with a hard fought victory at Carterton Colts. Harrison Cassidy and George Morgan created the first opening with the resulting shot from George well held by the Carterton Colts keeper. Another good move by Bicester involving Harrison again soon followed, this time Ryan Collins testing the keeper with a shot. From Bicester's point of view, the game was being played in the right area of the pitch, as any attack from Carterton colts was quickly stifled by the Bicester defence, Ben Holt & Nathan Hillary in particular, quickly closing down the Carterton Colts wingers. With Bicester pushing to make the breakthrough, a goal was inevitable but it was Carterton who scored it, against the run of play but a good move nonetheless. Bicester were now searching for an equaliser and a great cross by Danny Keen found its way to James Freeman at the far post but the ball was put out for a corner before James could shoot. Danny took the corner, Matthew Jillians chested it down for Tom Batchelor but he shot wide. The equaliser soon came as Matthew picked out Lewis Garcia with a long throw and he beat the keeper at his near post from a right angle. Bicester's hard work was rewarded again as on the stroke of half time they made it 2-1. Ryan Kerwin started the move at the back, some slick passing from George and Billy Dell put Danny away to score with another superbly struck goal. If Bicester had the better of the first half, Carterton Colts had the second. They certainly made the Bicester back four work harder. But they were up for the challenge, and because of this, Harry Brown in the Bicester goal didn't have a lot to contend with, but when he was called into action, he commanded his area well. Some tired legs were beginning to show, not surprising because of the heat(?), so Josh Tingling came on to shore things up a bit. The three points were firmly in the bag midway through the second half again involving Billy, Danny & George. Danny is always a danger when he has the ball and three Carterton Colts players aimed to close him down. Danny squared the ball for George Morgan though, now totally unmarked in the area and he made no mistake, finishing well in the bottom corner. The final stages belonged to Carterton Colts and some good challenges from Nathan and Tom and an excellent save from Harry kept the score at 3-1. Manager's Man of the Match was Ryan Kerwin while the parents Man of the Match went to Nathan Hillary.
2.2.08	Bardwell 3 v 3 CFC U 11 Colts
26.1.08	CFC U 11 Colts 4 v 1v Bampton Town
19.1.08	Deddington Colts 7 v 1 CFC U 11 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…. Deddington were back to full strength this week and this was apparent as soon as the ref's whistle signalled the game had begun. They dominated the first half with some lovely football. They were 3-0 up by the interval, the best goal coming from Ollie Ong after a great passage of play from Gus Mills and Jorden Godfrey gave him the opportunity to demonstrate some top finishing. The second half was a scrappier affair for the first five minutes and Carterton tried to get back into the game but Deddington stepped back up through the gears, started to play again and were soon 7-0 in the lead. Carterton Colt's number 2 grabbed a late consolation goal towards the end of the match and never gave up but Deddington were on form today. Their defence played well and players, such as Ollie Dawkins performed in midfield and provided 2 goals. Two from Ollie Ong and a great individual effort from Ross Allen all added to the score line for the Colts. The conditions weren't great today but that didn't seem to bother the Deddington lads. The whole team put in fine performances to ensure the three points were never in any doubt.
15.12.07	Hook Norton 1 v 2 CFC U 11 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site… In a close fought game Carterton Colts came back from a goal down to snatch a 2-1 win away at Hook Norton. Norton's goal was scored by Josh Hunt with Liam Court and Kia Cambell replying for Colts. Man of the Match - Rory Conforth.
8.12.07	CFC U 11 Colts 2 v 1 Eynsham Youth
1.12.07	Combe Junior Sports 5 v 0 CFC U 11 Colts                                                                     Picture of Ianniello tackling R Snell of Combe Junior Sports
24.11.07	KO Cup 1st Round – Combe Junior Sports 3 v 1 CFC U 11 Colts
17.11.07	Chasewell Park 2 v 2 CFC U 11 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site.. The points were shared when Chasewell held Carterton Colts to a 2-2 draw. Chasewell scorers were Brandon Richardson and Connor Bryant with Ashley Smith and Liam Morris replying for Colts. Colts man of the match was Liam Court.
3.11.07	CFC U 11 Colts 2 v 2 CFC U 11 Match report from W&DYL Web site…. The honours were shared between the two Carterton sided when the colts came back twice to snatch a 2-2 draw. Carterton's goals were scored by Rory O' Niell and Josh Lee with the Colts' goals coming from William Hayes and Max Davison
13.10.07	Bicester Town Colts 3 v 4 CFC U 11 Colts Match report from W&DYL web site…..Another 4 3 loss for Bicester despite taking an early lead against a well organised Carterton side. After barely a minute on the watch, Ben Holt whipped in a terrific corner that was forced in at the far post by Billy Dell. The lead didn't last long though when the Bicester midfield switched off and a telling pass through the Bicester defence was met with a confident finish to make it 1 1. Carterton pressed for another but Tom Batchelor, Josh Tingling and Matthew Jillians were doing a stern job in the middle at the back. A forced change saw Danny Keen limp off and this just seemed to upset Bicester's game, and a couple of good blocks first by Ben and then by Ryan Collins were much needed. It took a while for Bicester to settle but once they did, they played some excellent football, Ryan Kerwin, James Freeman and George Morgan showing some neat touches around the area that ended with a pass to Ryan Collins that he just failed to get hold of. Carterton were defending well and were looking to get the ball up to their forwards for a quick counter attack. It paid off too, as two goals just before half time took them into a 3 1 lead. After ten minutes play of the second half, Carterton increased their lead, Harry Brown made a fabulous double save from the same Carterton player, first with his hands and then with his feet, only to see the ball fall kindly to another player for a simple tap in. Bicester shuffled their formation and looked for a way back into this match. Nathan Hillary was pushed further forward and he was on the end of a George Morgan cross to make it 4 2. Panic seemed to set in for the visitors and a high ball in from Matthew found Ryan Collins with a header to make it 4 3 to the visitors. George Pell came on late in the game and he had a ball to run on to from Danny but the pass was just over hit. A spirited fight back by Bicester but the points went to Carterton Colts. Bicester parents' Man of the Match was Nathan Hillary and manager's Man of the Match was Ryan Collins.
6.10.07	CFC U 11 Colts 5 v 2 Bardwell
22.9.07	CFC U 11 Colts 1 v 2 Deddington Colts Match report taken from W&DYL Web site….. Deddington continued their great start to the season with their third win in a row but it was a hard fought affair. Despite their early lead, from Gabriel Godfrey-Janni's individual goal and their overall possession and dominance, the Colts never looked as comfortable and organised as they have in recent games. A battling home side took full advantage of Deddington's indecisive midfield and drew level towards the end of the first half with a well worked break and great piece of finishing from their forward player. The second half was a passionate affair but both sides lacked direction and Deddington weren't able to close the game down, despite several chances. Deddington had a goal disallowed but finally made their pressure tell towards the end of the half. With 10 minutes of the game remaining forward Charlie Roberts ran though the Carterton defence and finished well, with his left foot, to regain the lead. Deddington's defence had a good game and ensured Carterton were kept at bay. Another three points for Deddington - but it was close at times.
15.9.07	Wychwood 1 v 7 CFC U 11 Colts
8.9.07	CFC U 11 Colts v Witney Viking Youth…..match postponed

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26.4.08	U12 B Div Carterton FC 2 - 2 Hook Norton A fabulous game played in glorious sunshine with barely a breath of wind, Carterton became only the second side to take points against Hook Norton all season.  The first half was tense and very keenly contested with both sides coming close on more than one occasion but not quite finding the final touch.  Defenders were on top and the midfield was a constant battle ground.  In the second half Hook Norton started by far the quicker of the sides.  Poor defending let them in twice and Alex Gilkes and Connor McEachen punished Carterton for easing up.  The game seemed beyond the home side who had lost eleven - one in the reverse of this fixture.  But they kept plugging away, and when they won a free kick twenty yards out, indefatigable skipper, Nicky Rose, hit a wonderful strike which had just too much power for Danny James to hold in the away goal.  Hook Norton tried to increase the pressure but some fine defending throughout the team and some good keeping from Saul Garrett kept the deficit to a single goal.  Then a scond free kick for Carterton, wide on the right, was again too much for James to handle.  He did well to keep out the first rebound from Aaron Light but Jordan Anderton was too quick with the second.  Hook Norton are worthy winners of the league title and Carterton can feel justly proud of a game which they could have snatched, but a draw was undoubtedly a fair result.  Carterton man of the match was Johnny Gatz for a stirling performance in defence.
30.3.08	Carterton FC 0 - 5 Grendon If ever there was a game of two halves, in that "game of two halves," kind of way, this was it! In the first period Carterton matched the visitors stride for stride and  were relatively unlucky not to go in ahead at the interval.  Nicky Rose  had the first meaningful shot of the game for Carterton after being cleverly put through by Liam Moore.  Jordan Anderton came desperately close after Grendon keeper, Chris Laishley, could only parry a powerful  hot from George Godwin.  The visitors held their nerve and there was still no score at the half time whistle.  Early in the second half, a free kick from the edge of the box was lofted brilliantly into the top right hand corner of Carterton's goal.  Jo Baldwin forced an excellent save from Grendon's keeper moments later only to see the away side tear up to the other end and make it two nil and effectively game over.  A pinball style deflected goal made it three, a lack of concentration in the home defence gifted the fourth and a superb dipping shot from distance made it five. Grendon's lethal second half finishing certainly earned them the points but Carterton can feel very unlucky not to have at least warranted one on the score sheet.  Charlie Brooks was Carterton's man-of-the-match for yet another elegant display at full back.  Match report by Simon Garrett
16.3.08	CFC U 12 v Hook Norton – match postponed
9.3.08	CFC U 12 0 - 0 Ducklington Match report by Simon Garrett…..This was one of those nil-nil draws where both sides came away with their heads held high and happy with a point.  The wind played a part from the start with Ducklington having lengthy periods of possession and pressure.  Carterton defended stoutly with Saul Garrett constantly alert in the home goal ably supported by his back four who tackled and ran tirelessly.  Carterton were always dangerous on the break however, with George Godwin a permanent threat at centre forward as was Jordan Anderton, whose pace clearly unsettled the visitors.  Roles were reversed in the second half when it was Carterton's turn to apply the greater pressure while having to be constantly aware of the threat the visitors posed on the break.  There were few clear-cut chances by the end but both sides played with total commitment and   produced some excellent football.  George Godwin was deservedly named Carterton's man-of-the-match.
2.3.08	Cumnor Minors 1 v 4 CFC U 12 Match report by Simon Garrett…..In an open and flowing game where both sides played some good football Carterton ran out eventual four-one winners but Cumnor's performance belied their position at the bottom of the division.  It was the home side which had the first clear cut chance with a shot to Saul Garrett's left which the Carterton keeper did well to push round his post.  Both sides struggled to create the decisive opening until Aaron Light struck an excellent shot along the ground into the bottom corner of the Cumnor net to break the deadlock.  Early in the second half, George Godwin made it  two-nil to the visitors with a well taken shot on the run.  Shortly afterwards, Harrison Greeves tricked his way past two Cumnor defenders on the right wing and crossed for Nicky Rose to make it three-nil.  Adam Full scored Carterton's fourth with an extraordinary strike; almost on the left hand byline, near the edge of the area, he somehow squeezed the ball in at the near post.  Cumnor never gave up and grabbed a deserved consolation goal minutes from time.  Joe Milgate was named Carterton's man-of-the-match for an outstanding performance at right back.
24.2.08	Charlbury Town Youth 4 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report from W&DYL Web site.. Carterton got exactly what they deserved from a close contest; absolutely nothing at all. Charlbury started the quicker and worked the harder in the opening minutes and went one up when a deflected shot from the left looped over the top of Saul Garrett in the Carterton goal leaving him no chance. Moments later George Godwin was unlucky not to equalise when his shot ricocheted off both posts and out again to the waiting home keeper. After ten minutes it was two nil. Slack defending let Charlbury's left winger smash a shot across goal and back off the post for a tap in. Jordan Anderton's pace was a constant worry for the home side and on the first of many occasions when he ran through on goal he netted well to make it two one. It was Anderton again who scored the equaliser, picking up a loose ball on the edge of Charlbury's box after a poor goal kick. Just before half time, Garrett was called into action twice more, once to scramble clear a ball through the middle which Carterton's defence collectively ignored and once to save impressively a full stretch after yet another shot from the left. After the interval, Charlbury went ahead again, their work rate and passing again carving a great hole in the visitor's defence. Liam Moore brought the scores level again with a good poacher's goal, snapping up a half chance in the box. But Charlbury refused to give up and went ahead again almost immediately after as Carterton's midfield persisted in being drawn upfield as they searched for a winner of their own. Charlbury defended well for the last few minutes and no amount of effort from Nicky Rose was enough to force another equaliser. Charlbury worked very hard for their win. Carterton generally did not, and many lessons will have to be learned if the team is to recapture its early season form. The visitors' man of the match was Jordan Anderton who was a constant threat.
10.2.08	Charlbury 4 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton got exactly what they deserved from a close contest; absolutely nothing at all.  Charlbury started the quicker and worked the harder in the opening minutes and went one up when a deflected shot from the left looped over the top of Saul Garrett in the Carterton goal leaving him no chance.  Moments later George Godwin was unlucky not to equalise when his shot ricocheted off both posts and out again to the waiting home keeper.  After ten minutes it was two nil.  Slack defending let Charbury's left winger smash a shot across goal and back off the post for a tap in.  Jordan Anderton's pace was a constant worry for the home side and on the first of many occasions when he ran through on goal he netted well to makeit two one.  It was Anderton again who scored the equaliser, picking up a loose ball on the edge of Charlbury's box after a poor goal kick.  Just before half time, Garrett was called into action twice more, once to scramble clear a ball through the middle which Carterton's defence collectively ignored and once to save impressively a full stretch after yet another shot from the left.  After the interval, Charlbury went ahead again, their work rate and passing again carving a great hole in the visitor's defence.  Liam Moore brought the scores level again with a good poacher's goal, snapping up a half chance in the box.  But Charlbury refused to give up and went ahead again almost immediately after as Carterton's midfield persisted in being drawn upfield as they searched for a winner of their own.  Charlbury defended well for the last few minutes and no amount of effort from Nicky Rose was enough to force another equaliser.  Charlbury worked very hard for their win.  Carterton generally did not, and many lessons will have to be learned if the team is to recapture its early season form.  The visitors's man of the match was Jordan Anderton who was a constant threat.
3.2.08	CFC U 12 8 v 1 Bardwell Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton swept Bardwell aside by eight goals to one in a fine performance on a cold day in a fierce wind.  Carterton were well in control from the off but spurned several chances in the first ten minutes.  Bardwell eventually broke away when the home side's defence switched off, Alex Underwood shooting wide to Carterton keeper, Saul Garrett's left.  His despairing dive only served to push the ball wide into the corner.  The reds were back on terms very shortly afterwards when George Godwin hit the bar and the ball bounced down, Geoff Hurst-style, for the equaliser. Minutes later Godwin scored his second, a powerful shot from the left which took a deflection into the corner.  A strong run from Nicky Rose saw Bardwell's keeper, Niall Brown make a good parry, only for Rose to tap in the rebound.  Just before half time, George Godwin made it four-one with an impressive run and shot for his hat-trick.  Early in the second half, Harrison Greeves made it five-one - just rewards for his hard work on the wing.  Kez Bryer made it six with a looping shot over the keeper from the edge of the area and Nicky Rose grabbed his second to make it seven. Carterton's eighth goal went to Dan Leverton-Vaughan whose second half switch to centre-forward was well-earned for another sold defensive performance.  Carterton's man-of-the-match was Liam Moore for another display of sound passing in midfield
27.1.08	Bampton Town 4 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report by Simon Garrett…..Bampton deserved their four-three win in a close fought contest where slack marking and poor positional play cost the visitors dear.  There were few clear cut chances in the first half, Bampton seeing one chance fly across the goal mouth and Carterton being denied a penalty when Geroge Godwin appeared to have been brought down when one-on-one with the home keeper.  Eventually it was the visitors who broke the deadlock, Kez Bryer cleverly heading down a clearance on the edge of the box and shooting past the Bampton goalie.  Three minutes later, Bampton were level, capitalising on poor marking with a well taken drive.  In the second half, Aaron Light did well to beat his man and shoot into the roof of the next to put Carterton in front again.  The game seemed all over when a long ball found George Godwin who made no mistake and made it three-one.  But with minutes left, a cross from Bampton's left found a man unmarked at the far post for three-two.  The equaliser was almost a carbon copy of that goal; once more Carterton's marking was well below what was required.  The winner was a scrappy affair with the visitors twice failing to clear and the home team reaping fair reqards for their efforts.  Carterton's man-of-the-match was Harrison Greeves who gave both full backs a torrid time on the wings.
20.1.08	CFC U 12 3 v 0 Wychwood Rovers Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton left it until very late to secure the three points in this Under 12 B Division match at home to Wychwood, but in the end the win was well deserved.  Playing with the wind and the slope at Kilkenny Lane, Wychwood matched the home team in the first half with scoring chances few and far between at either end.  Stand-in Wychwood keeper, Jack Young, was ably assisted by pacy right back, Mitchel Simpson, in keeping Carterton at bay.  In the second half, the visitors struggled to launch the ball clear of the halfway line and were under frequent pressure.  Eventually they tired and George Godwin broke the deadlock with a thunderous shot from the edge of the box. Minutes later, Godwin went on another impressive run and slipped in Nicky Rose who finished well from a similar distance.  Shortly before the end, Kez Bryer ran through the middle and took the third goal to clinch the game.  Carterton right back, Joe Milgate, was the home side's man-of-the-match
13.1.08	CFC U 12 1 v 0 Steeple Aston & Barton Juniors Match report by Simon Garrett….. In an exciting, free-flowing game, all that was missing was more goals. Carterton started marginally the stronger as both sides tried to play good football in a tricky wind. There was plenty of accurate passing and strong tackling on display but, for the first fifteen minutes, most of it was in midfield. Harrison Greeves picked up the ball on the left for Carterton and did exceptionally well to weave his way past two men before laying the ball of to Liam Moore. He threaded the ball through to Nicky Rose who went on a trademark surging run through the middle and shot from just inside the box leaving the visitors' keeper no chance. In the second half, with the wind behind them, Carterton took more control but Steeple never stopped looking dangerous and had several half chances. Jack Taylor and Alex Hatsigeorgiou did particularly well at the back for Steeple as did Sean Millard in goal. In the end, Carterton narrowly deserved their victory and Harrison Greeves picked up the home side's man-of-the-match award.
6.1.08	Hook Norton 11 (eleven) v 1 CFC U 12
16.12.07	KO Cup 2nd Round    CFC U 12 Colts 7 v 1 CFC U 12
9.12.07	Grendon Rangers v CFC U 12 match postponed
2.12.07	CFC U 12 3 v 2 Eynsham Youth Match report by S Garrett…..Carterton got back to winning ways with a three - two home win over Eynsham but the away side can take great credit for the way they battled.  Playing with the wind in the first half Eynsham just edged the early exchanges.  Their first goal came direct from a corner, the ball arching high above the helpless home defence and keeper into the far top corner of the net.  It was two - nil just a few minutes later when a mix up in the Carterton defence let Eynsham tap in from close range.  Straight from the restart, Nicky Rose went on a strong run through the middle and laid the ball off to Jordan Anderton who seemed to have lost his chance before pinching the ball back from Jack Gallow in Eynsham's goal to make it two - one.  Carterton saw much more of the ball in the second period with the wind on their side.  The equaliser was a strange affair with Nicky Rose lobbing a high ball in with his back to goal which defeated everyone.  With minutes to go, a neat passing move saw Ben Shankland nipping in sweetly to tuck the ball home and make it three - two to Carterton.  Charlie Siret and Liam Bothcerby were Eynsham's scorers.  Saul Garrett in goal was the home side's man-of-the-match
25.11.07	Ducklington 5 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report from W&DYL Web site.. Ducklington saw off Carterton 5-3 in this pulsating game. Yassin Elouahabi and Jake Cockroft both scored in the first half without reply. The second half saw Carterton applying more pressure and were quick to equalize the scoring. Ducklington came back with another strike from Jake Cockroft with Carterton replying soon afterwards, with the scoring now 3-3 both teams battled on and Ducklington's stubborn defence stood firm. Ducklington were awarded 2 penalties which saw Yassin Elouahabi and Jack Robinson on target. Goal Scorers for Carterton Nicky Rose (2) and George Godwin. Well played both teams.
18.11.07	CFC U 12 4 v 1 Cumnor Minors Match report by Simon Garrett…..The points went to Carterton but the lion's share of the credit went to Cumnor in a game played in grisly cold and wet conditions.  Cumnor began the game with only nine players and had to play the second half with only eight, but they ran their hearts out to make light of their lack of numbers.  Carterton spent much of the first half on the attack but struggled to make an impact as the visitors defended with determination and fought for every ball.  Nicky Rose broke the deadlock before half time with a well-taken goal and the home side believed Cumnor must wilt in the second half.  But Cumnor came out as committed as ever and it was some time before Adam Full had a ball over the top to run onto and make it two-nil.  Jordan Anderton netted a third and Liam Moore, Carterton's man-of-the-match, deservedly made it four.  Cumnor scored a well-earned consolation goal through Daniel West.  Eight wins out of eight for Carterton so far this season, but they will have to play considerably better than this if that hundred per cent record is to be retained for much longer.
11.11.07	CFC U 12 5 v 1v Charlbury Town Youth Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton maintained their hundred per cent record in the Witney & District B Division with a five one home win against Charlbury.  Kicking against the wind in the first half Carterton were slow to start and after the ball was lost in midfield the defence could not recover and Stephen Pearce netted for Charlbury.  The visitors showed some neat touches but Carterton started to edge their way back into the game and were having the better of the play by half time, Nicky Rose scoring the equaliser with five minutes to go.  In the second half, with the wind at their backs, it was all Carterton.  Charlbury's keeper was keeping his side in the game and saved a penalty from Rose amongst a number of excellent stops.  But time and pressure were against him and Rose scored a second and third in quick succession to put the game beyond doubt.  From the restart he put Liam Moore through to make it four; from a corner, again taken by Nicky Rose, the same player was on the end of a good cross to make it five. Carterton's man-of-the-match was Johnny Gatz.
4.11.07	KO Cup…..Bicester1 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report by Simon Garrett…..It's always end-to-end when these two teams meet and Sunday's three-one win for Carterton FC Under 12s away to Bicester in the knockout cup was no exception.  It could easily have been five-three to the visitors at half-time after a number of chances at either end.  For Carterton, Nicky Rose, George Godwin and Jordan Anderton all came close with the home side being saved twice by the woodwork.  Eventually, Carterton's pressure when Nicky Rose powered through the Bicester defence and thumped a good drive to the keeper's left which he could not stop.  Playing downhill in the second period, Carterton seemed to be taking control when Nicky scored his second after a neat flick from Adam Full put him through.  But Bicester refused to give up and after weak play from the Carterton midfield pulled one back to guarantee an exciting finish.  Johnny Gatz had to be alert in the visitors' goal more than once and his defenders also had to scramble the ball away repeatedly.  But it was all over when Nicky Rose picked up the ball in the middle of the pitch and took off down the left, powering an excellent crossfield shot beyond the home keeper for a well deserved hat trick.  No prizes for guessing that the Carterton captain was man-of-the-match although credit was also due to the wonderfully disciplined Kez Bryer and to Saul Garrett for a fine second half performance.
7.10.07	Carterton FC 4 v 3 Bicester Town Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton eventually took the three points to maintain their hundred per cent record in a breathless game which could easily have gone either way.  Playing at the seniors' Kilkenny Lane ground the grass was long and the pitch was large, sapping the energy from both sets of players.  Carterton started the stronger and after five minutes a cross from the left found Joe Baldwin just inside the box who finished beautifully, blasting the ball into the roof of the net and giving Bicester keeper, Liam Bradbury, no chance.  Carterton seemed to be reasonably in control but a disciplined Bicester defence continually caught the home strikers offside.  Bicester's breaks were looking more dangerous as the half wore on and a high, looping cross from the right deceived Carterton keeper Johnny Gatz.  The ball bounced over his head and was slotted home for the equaliser.  Carterton then went to pieces.  Five minutes later another breakaway saw another fine shot sail over Gatz's head.  The visitors added a third three minutes later and the game was turned on its head.  In the second half the Carterton pressure mounted and George Godwin slotted a shot low past Bradbury's left hand.  Carterton laid siege to Bicester's goal but were still falling for the offside trap at regular intervals.  Bicester used their pace well and were a constant threat on the break.  With five minutes to go, Carterton equalised, Godwin firing home his second.  Both sets of players were exhausted as the game moved into extra time. Carterton man-of-the-match, Adam Full, battled hard for a ball wide on the left and played a one-two before the winning strike.  Bicester can consider themselves very unlucky not to have taken anything from the game.  Their scorers were Joel Gould and Brad Shields with two.  A tremendous game which was a credit to both sets of players and supporters.
30.9.07	Bardwell 2 v 6 CFC U 12
23.9.07	CFC U 12 2 v 1 Bampton Town Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton finally won through by two goals to one in a hard fought match in the Under 12 B Division to maintain their hundred per cent record for the season.  Kicking against a strong wind Carterton produced a lot of early pressure but with little end result.  Midway through the first half in a rare Bampton attack, the home defence failed to clear three times until Thomas Jackson slotted home from close range.  Moments later, Johnny Gatz went on a strong run on the right for the home side but his crossed fizzed across the area just in front of Aaron Light who could not quite make contact.  Minutes later Nicky Rose hit a good shot just over the bar from the edge of the box and it seemed as though the home team must score.   The Bampton keeper made a nubmer of good saves including one particularly brave effort at the feet of Gatz.  With the wind behind them Carterton had the visitors pinned into their area for most of the second half.  Nicky Roase went close twice more before delivering a good corner which Liam Moore swept into the net for the equaliser.  Dan Leverton-Vaughan had one nervous moment for the home team with a superb goal line clearance, but with five minutes to go another Carterton corner saw Johnny Gatz finish to claim all three points.  Carterton's man-of-the match was Joe Milgate who put in a fine perfomance at right back.
16.9.07	Wychwood Rovers 0 v 3 CFC U 12 Match report taken from W&DYL Web site.....Played on Milton Green, it was an even first half with Wychwood unable to take advantage of the strong wind behind them and conceding a goal against the run of play. Carterton attacked strongly in the second half, using the wind, scoring twice more. Wychwood came close with some good counteracting towards the close but could not break through the solid Carterton defence. Scorers: were Kes Briar, J Gatz and N.Rose
12.9.07	Eynsham Youth 1 v 4 CFC U 12
9.9.07	CFC U 12 2 v 1 Steeple Aston & Barton Juniors – reversed fixture Match report by Simon Garrett…..Carterton started the season with a good away win beating Steeple Aston & Barton Juniors by two goals to one. Both sides were a little rusty in their first competitive game but it was the visitors who had the best of the early pressure. Too often, Carterton's attacking moves broke down from poor passing and gradually, Steeple Aston gained in confidence and began to take control. A shot from the right flew across the face of the Carterton goal and came back off the post for an easy tap in leaving the away keeper stranded. Shortly before the end of the half, Carterton drew level with a short corner, quickly taken by Liam Moore. Nicky Rose took the ball past one defender at the edge of the home penalty and sent a fine, arcing left-foot shot into the roof of the net. Carterton spent much of the second half camped in opposition territory but repeated breaks at speed by their opponents led to Carterton goalie, Saul Garrett, having to be quick off his line on more than one occasion. Eventually, the away  pressure told when George Godwin picked the ball up outside the SteepleAston box and hit a right foot shot with the outside of his boot from fully twenty yards which curled into the far corner of the net Carterton's man-of-the-match was Kes Briar who was both tireless and exceedingly disciplined  throughout..

U 12 Colts       

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Coach
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6.4.08	Tower Hill v CFC U 12 Colts
30.3.08	KO Cup Semi Final Tower Hill v CFC U 12 Colts
16.3.08	Launton Boys v CFC U 12 Colts  match postponed
9.3.08	CFC U 12 Colts 4 v 1 Tower Hill Match report from W&DYL Web site   Carterton Colts thoroughly deserved their win against a below par Tower Hill side. Tower Hill started brightly and were 1-0 up after three minutes with a well taken goal from Adam Moore. The goal did not deter a battling Carterton side who out muscled Tower for every ball. Tower were struggling to play their normal passing game but Carterton were definitely up for the game and soon equalised with Matty Bicker heading in from close range after an initial shot from Harry Puffitt came back off the cross-bar. This spurred Carterton on and were soon ahead with a good goal from Matty Knibbs. Half-time score 2-1. The second half was the same with Carterton fighting for every ball and Tower at sixes and sevens and Carterton went further ahead with another goal from Matty Knibbs. Tower tried to pull things back but Jacob Hughes was unlucky with his shot that was well saved by the Carterton goalie Joe Thorp. Harry Puffitt then sealed a fine win for Carterton with a fourth goal. This was Tower's worst performance of the season and didn't seem to be up for the game whereas Carterton were playing as a team and ran out worthy winners.
2.3.08	North Leigh 1 v 5 CFC U 12 Colts
24.2.08	KO Cup 3rd round Witney Viking Youth 2 v 4 CFC U 12 Colts
17.2.08	Deddington Colts 0 v 2 CFC U 12 Colts
10.2.08	CFC U 12 Colts 6 v 2 Chesterton Juniors Match report from W&DYL Web site   Colts beat Chesterton 6-2 on a bright sunny morning. Harry Puffit scored the opening goal with a great lofting shot from outside the box after a couple of minutes. Carterton pressed Chesterton's goal with pressure throughout the first half getting their just rewards with another goal from Joe Henry. Carterton's third came after some lovely passing football, the ball defected of a Chesterton defender to end up in the back of the net half time score 3-0. The second half started much the same as the first with some flowing football from both teams and Chesterton were unlucky on numerous occasions not to score. Then Matty Bicker found his scoring boots to get a quick hatrick rounding the keeper twice. Chesterton kept battling and late on punished Carterton for some shoddy defending to score twice, their scorers were Brendon Erskine and Jack Timme - they were unlucky not to make it three after hitting both posts from one attack. It was a great game to watch and Chesterton should be congratulated for some nice play but Carterton were on their game today and made it difficult for them.
27.1.08	Bloxham 2 v 3 CFC U 12 Colts Reverse Fixture Match report from W&DYL Web site   Carterton came out on top in this highly entertaining game played in glorious sunshine. After a cautious start from both teams, the game burst into life with four goals in a ten minute spell midway through the first half. Anthony Charles ran onto a through ball to put Bloxham in front, but Carterton responded immediately when Harry Cornforth forced in a loose ball following a corner. The home side then took the lead when the Bloxham defence failed to deal with a through ball, and Jack Brownrigg scored. However this lead was also short lived with Charles racing through the centre to level. Carterton just shaded the chances in the second half and eventually scored the winner when Thomas Mazur headed from a corner.
20.1.08	CFC U 12 Colts5 v 0 Banbury Town Youth Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site   It was a blustery morning in Carterton but the football played by both teams was nice to watch. Banbury battled well and kept Carterton at bay in the first half. They had the wind behind them and used it to their advantage braking through on numerous occasions but just couldn't get the ball in the net. Joe Thorp in the Carterton goal pulled off some nice saves to keep them at bay half time score was 1-0. In the second half Carterton used the wind and pressed the Banbury goal and had a bit of sucess early on. As the game went on Carterton looked the better team and scored another four . It was a good game to watch and both teams did well in windy conditions. Colts scorers were Matty Bicker (2), Harry Cornforth, Matty Knibbs and Dom Hyam.
13.1.08	Banbury Town Youth 2 v 1 CFC U 12 Colts
6.1.08	CFC U 12 Colts 3 v 5 Wychwood Match report from W&DYL Web site    Carterton Colts lost to a hard working and physical Wychwood team. Carterton had the better of the play but fell fowl to some spirited defending by Wychwood. Wychwood scorers were Tom Dyakowsky (3) and Matt Barker (2). Colts scorers were Dom Ham (2) and Harry Puffitt.
16.12.07	KO Cup 2nd round    CFC U 12 Colts 7 v 1 CFC U 12’s
9.12.07	Tower Hill v CFC U 12 Colts   match postponed
2.12.07	CFC U 12 Colts 6 v 1 North Leigh Match report from W&DYL Web site…On a cold wet and blustery Sunday the Colts played North Leigh, the game stated at a quick pace from both sets of players, Carterton scored first with a well taken goal from Henry Cornforth against his old club but North Leigh had the wind behind them and it didn't take them long to equalize again a well taken goal scored by Chris Shelley. As the game went on Carterton started to find their feet and scored another two in the first half to take the score to 3-1 at half time. In the second half the wind behind them Carterton attacked the North Leigh goal but just couldn't put the ball in the net this has been the Colts problem all season they are creating chances but not putting them away but to be fair to North Leigh they worked really hard and as usual Hayley Bennett and Charley Hamilton had great games but using the wind the Colts got another three to take the score final to 6-1. North Leigh never gave up right until the final whistle. Other Colts scorers were Mattie Bicker, Henry Crowther, Harry Puffitt, Mattie Knibbs, Jack Brownrigg We at Carterton would like to wish them luck for the rest of the season and hope they get a win soon as they disserve it for their effort alone.
25.11.07	Launton Boys 5 v 2 CFC U 12 Colts
18.11.07	CFC U 12 Colts 2 v 1 Deddington Colts
11.11.07	Chesterton Juniors 0 v 5 CFC U 12 Colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…. Carterton beat Chesterton 5-0 with probably their best performance of the season. The goal scorers were Matty Knibbs (2), Matty Bicker and Dom Hyam, and with his first goal for the colts Henry Crowther.
4.11.07	KO Cup 1st Round     Bampton Town 1 v 9 CFC U 12 Colts
7.10.07	CFC U 12 Colts 3 v 3 Bloxham Match report from W&DYL Web site….. Bloxham and Carterton Colts produced a highly entertaining end to end game which finished all square. Carterton made the brighter start, but it was Bloxham who scored first, when from their first attack Daryl Harrison tucked away a rebound after an Anthony Charles shot was blocked. Carterton battled back and equalised when Harry Puffitt latched on to a half clearance and finished well from outside the box. Bloxham regained the lead immediately when Jordan Godfrey was brought down and Charles scored from the spot.<br> In the second half it was the home side who had the early chances but Carterton were level when Matty Knibbs broke free to fire into the top corner. Bloxham then went ahead for a third time when Charles outpaced the Carterton defence to slot home, but the visitors had plenty left in the tank and were back on terms when Elliot Bryant fired home from distance after some clever interplay. Carterton finished the stronger but could not find the winner as Bloxham battled on for a well earned point.
30.9.07	Banbury Town Colts 1 v 9 CFC U 12 Colts
23.9.07	CFC U 12 Colts 0 v 2 Banbury Town Youth
16.9.07	Wychwood 3 v 4 CFC U 12 Colts Match report by Pete Brownrigg…..Carterton got their first win of the season today on a blustery Wychwood pitch, they started with the wind behind them and soon got off the mark with a goal from Matty Knibbs, the wind was causing all sorts off problems for both teams with the ball moving about but Colts used this to their advantage as Dom Hyam swung a corner straight into the Wychwood goal to make it 2.0.Wychwood never gave up the fight but conceded a free kick about thirty yards out which Dom Hyam stuck into the top corner 3.0 In the second half Wychwood had the same idea as the colts to use the wind and they played some nice football Jack Brownrigg scored for the colts to take it to 4.0 but Wychwood pressed the Colts goal and soon got their rewards after 2 goals from Tom Dyakonsky and 1 from Mark Shepherd to take the score back to 4.3 but Carterton held on to take the win, not the greatest game but in these conditions it never was going to be, well done to both teams for a spirited display
9.9.07	CFC U 12 Colts 2 v 6 Witney Vikings Youth Match report by Pete Brownrigg…..Carterton lost their opening game to Witney Vikings 6.2 Vikings scorers were Callum Marinho 1 Andrew Horne 2 jack Scott 1 Joel spelling 2    Colts scorers were Jack Brownrigg and Matty bicker

U 13's       

Manager	Glen Campbell	(m) 07793798056
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Training	Tuesday 7 - 8pm		Carterton Astro Turf

 NEWS ITEM
As you may or may not know, one of our players, Matt Lee was diagnosed with Leukaemia shortly before Christmas.
His fellow teammates within the U-13s wanted to do something to help him and to show that he is still very much a part of our team and will continue to be until he is fit enough to return to playing.
The initial idea was to raise enough money to buy Matt a laptop that could be used to help him with his school work as well as giving him something to play games on and chat on-line to his friends. Matt has already obtained a laptop, so after much debate it was decided that they would buy him a Nintendo Wii to ease his many hours of boredom stuck indoors, and any money left over would be donated to Cancer Research.
The sponsored dribble took place on Tues 29th Jan 08 at the astro-turf and consisted of every player dribbling a ball for a total of 1 mile (considerably harder than just running or walking!). This of course they did so the players and I dribbled a total of 15 miles.
A considerable amount of money has been given or pledged and I would like to thank all the players and parents that have given up their time, effort and money for this worthwhile cause.
I would also like to thank everyone involved with Carterton FC for their support and willingness to contribute.
I will of course let everyone know the final amount raised when it is all in and collected but considering it was limited to just our team I am very proud and impressed as to what they have achieved
We all look ahead to the future when we will see Matt back in a red shirt once more (Carterton NOT Liverpool!)
Thank you all again for your support
Glenn Campbell/Manager

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20.4.08	Tower Hill 2 - 1 Carterton FC U 13   This was Cartertons final match of the season and they were determined to make it difficult for Tower Hill.   The first half got under way and Tower Hill dominated the early stages with a couple of shots and corners to put pressure on the Carterton defence.  On 14 minutes it was Tower Hill who opened the scoring when the ball was tapped into goal after a rolling pass from the left into the 6 yard box.  At that point Carterton began to play football with some good passing moves and a few corners, but they never troubled the Tower Hill keeper.  At the other end of the pitch Danny Chapman was not being tested by Tower Hill as their shots were also off the mark.   After half time Carterton came out strong and mounted an attack inside the first minute when Ollie Hawkins saw his shot go over the bar.  For the next 20 minutes Carterton were coming out top in the possession and shooting stakes, putting a lot of pressure on the Tower Hill goal.  Their persistence was eventually rewarded when Patrice Guillois passed the ball to Jack Green who laid it on for Aaron Robins to run onto and blast it into the back of the net to make it 1-1.  15 minutes to go and all to play for and both teams went for it.  Tower Hill were making good runs down the right side and crossing the ball into the Carterton goal mouth but the final touches were off target.  On 60 minutes Ollie Hawkins saw another shot dip agonisingly over the bar and a minute later Aaron Robins saw his goal bound shot bounce of the keepers legs.  On 64 minutes Jack Green struck a great corner that hit the keeper and into the goal but was not deemed to have fully crossed the line before it was cleared.  It was on the 69th minute that saw Tower Hill snatch a late winner.  The ball was launched down the right side with Danny Chapman advancing from the goal but a Tower Hill boot just beat him to it and the ball went over him and into the empty net for 2-1.  Carterton still managed a further two attempts on goal when Ollie Hawkins chipped the ball into the box for Jack Green to head wide and a last minute corner saw the ball headed straight at the keeper.   The final whistle went and Carterton can reflect on a good season with some very close battles but most importantly they will still be playing in the A league for 2008/2009.
6.4.08	Easington vSports v CFC U 13
16.3.08	Tower Hill v CFC U 13
9.3.08	Wychwood 2 – 4 Carterton FC Match report by Robert Green…..With only 3 games remaining this season Carterton travelled to Wychwood looking to grab another 3 points. The first half was a very strange affair without either team dominating.  The ball was not being kept under control but instead it was played like a bouncy ball.  It was a kick it and hope period which left the Carterton manager scratching his head as it was not the style he had hoped for.  The first 15 minutes saw a couple of half chances fall to the teams but neither could capitalise, with shots going wide or being blocked.  The opening goal came on 16 minutes when an Oliver Hawkins corner saw the ball bouncing around the penalty area before Aaron Robins struck it into the net to give Carterton the lead.  Wychwood did not pose any further danger for the remainder of the half as Carterton had the upper hand but without the accuracy. Whatever was said at the half time interval remains a mystery but Carterton began the second half with all guns blazing and actually started to play good football.  Within the first minute they threatened the goal but could not break through.  On 42 minutes Jack Green put the ball over the top for Ollie Hawkins to meet and calmly slotting the ball home for 0-2.  Before the Wychwood players could compose their selves Aaron Robins scored his second from another Jack Green cross to make it 0-3.  The 4th goal came on 45 minutes when a lovely passing move involving Ollie Chowns, Charlie Collins, and Jack Green before the ball was crossed to Ollie Hawkins who calmly lifted it over the keeper to make it 0-4.  It was at this point that Carterton decided to stop playing attacking football and allow Wychwood to take over.  The last 30 minutes was all Wychwood.  They never gave up and the warning signs were there as they hit the post from a high looping shot from 30 yards.  A minute later they went on the attack and slotted the ball into the net to make it 1-4.  Danny Chapman was suddenly working hard in the Carterton goal along with Richard Johnson, Harry McEnnis, Nathan Godwin and Ryan Southwood playing good defensive roles.  On 59 minutes Wychwood grabbed a second goal to make it 2-4 and suddenly Carterton looked vulnerable.  The ball rarely left the Carterton half with Wychwood having a succession of corners but they could not get the ball into the net.  The final whistle went much to Cartertons relief as they certainly made it difficult for their selves at the end. Well done to everyone as the game was played in a very friendly way with only a couple of fouls occurring during the entire match.  A credit to you all
2.3.08	Chipping Norton Town Swifts 4 v 5 CFC U 13 Match report by Robert Carterton travelled to Chipping Norton looking to come away with a good result. If previous matches were anything to go by this was going to be a tough encounter, and the game certainly lived up to it. Carterton started the match with the benefit of a strong wind behind them.  However it was Chipping Norton who took advantage.  Within 2 minutes they were 1-0 up with the goal coming from a corner.  This woke up Carterton and they instantly replied with an equaliser.  Richard Johnson started the move by laying the ball to Ollie Hawkins who ran down the right side before putting it to Charlie Collins who whipped across the goal for Aaron Robins to tuck it away nicely.  A couple of minutes later Carterton took the lead when Ryan Southwood struck the ball from 20 yards and curled it into the left hand corner well wide of the keeper.  This boosted the team and they played good attacking football.  Jack Green ran into the box but couldn’t find the target with the shot going for a corner.  From the corner Patrice Guillois saw his shot go narrowly wide.  On 8 minutes Jack put the ball through the Chippy defence for Charlie Collins to run onto, who then put the ball past the keeper to make it 1-3.  It wasn't until 15 minutes before Chippy threatened the Carterton goal.  A low free kick from outside the box went to the forward who lifted it over the bar.  A minute later Chippy went round the Carterton keeper Danny Chapman but shot over the bar.  The game then settled down a little with much of the play being concentrated in the midfield area.  Alex Collett, Harry McEnnis and Ollie Chowns were defending well and keeping any threats at bay.  Chippy earned another corner and pulled a goal back for 2-3 as the ball was not cleared firs time.  The final 5 minutes of the first half saw the Chippy keeper pull off 2 great saves.  Ollie Hawkins saw his strike tipped over the bar whilst Charlie Collins saw the keeper at full stretch, pushing the ball onto the post.  Just before the half time whistle Patrice took the ball into the box and round the keeper as the score went to 2-4. The second half would benefit Chippy with the wind advantage so Carterton did find their selves on the defensive.  This half also got very physical with Rob the ref producing his yellow card on 4 occasions in order to bring the players and game under control.  Chippy took control of the game and did not come out of the Carterton half for the first 15 minutes.  Danny Chapman was working very hard stopping low shots and high shots and the odd shot from his own defence!!!  The football was not really flowing this half and did get a bit scrappy at times.  Carterton were pinned into a defensive role with Nathan Godwin keeping composure and standing firm to the attacks.  Garry Larner played very well on the left side with positive passing and good tackling, frustrating the Chippy players.  On 59 minutes Chippy got another corner.  They were at their most dangerous on corners as the delivery caused all sorts of problems.  This one was no different and was duly headed into the goal to make it 3-4.  However, Carterton took this in their stride and within a minute Patrice set up the ball nicely for Aaron to grab his second of the day to make it 3-5.  On 65 minutes Chippy had another corner which was punched away and then headed wide much to Cartertons' relief.  Chippy were constantly pushing forward but Carterton did manage to clear the lines and mount a counter attack.  Aaron thought he had got his hat trick when Ollie Hawkins set him up but it was ruled offside.  In the 70th minute Chippy grabbed a 4th but within 5 seconds of the restart the full time whistle went. Carterton came away with a much deserved 3 points and dug in hard to deny Chippy.  Well done both teams.
24.2.08	CFC U 13 2 v 2 Banbury North Match report by Robert Green….. This was billed to be a close encounter as the match earlier in the season was very evenly balanced with Banbury taking the honours in a wind swept match.  However his time there was no wind and Kilkenny Lane welcomed the teams.  Banbury Town took the kick off and quickly got into their stride.  An opportunist strike from 30 yards saw the ball go high into the air and caught Danny Chapman out as it struck his body and rolled in after 4 minutes.  Carterton kept their heads up and did produce some fantastic football.  Charlie Collins, Ollie Hawkins, Aaron Robins, Dael Campbell, Patrice Guillois all had chances during the half and should have put the match out of reach by half time.  Aaron did score on 14 minutes when an over the top ball by Harry McEnnis was met by Aaron who ran into the box and slotted the ball home.  But it was all Carterton possession with good passing and taking on the Banbury defence but just failing to put the ball on target.  Banbury managed to mount an attack on 34 minutes with 2 consecutive corners but the Carterton defence cleared the danger easily.  Just on the stroke of half time Patrice Guillois put a great through ball for Charlie Collins to run onto before he smashed it past the keeper to make it 2-1. The second half was very similar to the first with Carterton making all the moves and piling the pressure onto the Banbury goal.  It was the finishing that let the team down.  Chance after chance kept coming with more chances falling for Charlie Collins, Aaron Robins, Parice Guillois, Oliver Chowns and Alex Collett.  On the rare occasion that Banbury attacked Danny Chapman was there to stop the ball.  This was the time when a 3rd goal was certainly needed but Banbury snatched an equaliser on 62 minutes when a Carterton goal kick went to Banbury who returned the ball instantly into the net to make it 2-2.  The last few minutes proved to be very nerve wracking as Carterton went close again but Banbury went looking for a last minute goal.  Banbury had a shot saved by Danny but it rebounded off him and bounced inside the 6 yard box only for a Banbury attacker to shoot wide of the empty goal.  The final whistle went shortly after with the points shared. Carterton were by far the better team out there and had 25 attempts on goal.  The team did play good football and worked extremely hard with great movement off the ball.  Long may we witness this at all future matches.
10.2.08	CFC U 13 1 v 1 Tower Hill Match report by Robert Green…..Carterton welcomed Tower Hill to Kilkenny Lane for their first meeting of the season.  The weather was perfect with lovely sunshine and no wind which was a huge difference to last week’s conditions.<br> Tower Hill started the proceedings in what was to become a very tough encounter with the Carterton goalkeeper Danny Chapman working overtime and pulling out some amazing saves. In the 2nd minute Carterton moved the ball down the right side for Aaron Robins to cross the ball into the box with Ollie Chowns jumping to head it but the ball was just a bit too high.  Tower Hill started to dominate the pay after 5 minutes and had their first attempt on goal shot from 25 yards but only straight to Danny.  This was repeated a couple of minutes later into Danny’s hands.  Carterton were battling hard to get the ball away from their own area and on 11 minutes Danny stopped a shot from 6 yards out to deny Tower Hill.  Carterton did start to work well with passing moves and keeping possession and got their reward when Ollie Chowns put the ball forward to Aaron Robins whose pinpoint through ball found Ollie Hawkins running onto it and then shot past the diving goalie.  1-0 to Carterton.  After 20 minutes Tower Hill turned up the heat with numerous corners, goal line clearances and more jaw dropping saves by Danny, but they could not hit the back of the net.  Charlie Collins struck the ball with great accuracy from a free kick but this was met with a diving save by the Tower Hill keeper.  Carterton began to put pressure on Tower Hill and Charlie Collins was unlucky when his header went straight at the keeper from 6 yards.  A minute later saw Ollie Hawkins strike the ball from outside the box and dipped just over the bar.  The final 5 minutes of the half was a busy time for the Carterton defence as Danny made yet another point blank save.  On 31 minutes Tower Hill did manage to get the ball into the net when the ball was not cleared properly.  The shot went through a busy goalmouth before finding the goal.  All square at 1-1.  Just prior to half time Tower Hill took the ball into the box, Danny ran out and the forward took the ball around him, but then shot the ball into the side netting much to Catertons relief. The second half saw very tired legs and fewer chances for both teams.  However, Tower Hill did prove to be a handful at times.  Within the first minute of this half Danny was faced with a 1on 1 in the goal and came away with the ball safely in his hands.  The next 5 minutes Tower Hill were taking shots at the Carterton goal from distance without troubling the keeper at all.  On 44 minutes Charlie Collins saw his shot deflected wide for a Carterton corner.  That was about the last real threat that Carterton placed on the Tower Hill goal.  The game itself went into a quiet phase where neither team could build a string of passes to gain any territory.  Towards the very end of the match it looked as though Tower Hill may sneak a winner but Danny made two further saves at the feet of attackers and pulled off two diving saves to turn the ball around the post.  The final whistle went with Carterton feeling very happy with taking a much need and overall a deserved point from the game.  There must have been lots of finger nails chewed by the Carterton spectators during this match and credit must be given to both sets of players as they gave everything.  They should all sleep well tonight !!!
3.2.08	North Leigh 2 v 1 CFC U 13 Match report by Robert Green…..Carterton travelled to North Leigh looking to extend their current winning streak.  With very cold temperatures and gale force winds the spectators witnessed a very close game.  Throughout the entire 70 minutes neither team took total dominance and it could have gone either way.  There were very few goal scoring opportunities for either team as the defences were pulling out all the stops. North Leigh had the first real chance after 4 minutes but Danny Chapman stopped the ball on the edge of the box with the rebound shot got wide of the post.  For the next 10 minutes the teams had good passing movements but could not battle beyond the midfield areas with Cartertons Garry Larner having a great match.  However, it was North Leigh who took the lead when they played one – two passing moves before striking the ball over Cartertons Danny and into the net.  5 minutes later Carterton thought they had got their equaliser but the chipped shot by Patrice Guillois was deemed to have just gone over the bar and onto the net.  On 24 minutes, Carterton defenders had the ball at Ryan Southwoods’ feet who knocked in over the midfield and split the North Leigh defence.  Ollie Hawkins raced onto it from the centre circle and ran the ball to the penalty area before striking it over the North Leigh goalkeeper to equalise 1 – 1.  Cartertons defensive players had a really good period by winning tackles and laying the ball to the midfielders.  Richard Johnson, Alex Collett, Nathan Godwin were winning headers and gave the North Leigh players nothing but hassle.  The last 5 minutes of the first half saw North Leigh making a forward progress but could not get a shot on target, with Carterton clearing the ball from dangerous positions. The second half kicked off and Carterton went straight onto the offensive but saw the attempt cleared.  On 37 minutes Carterton only half cleared the North Leigh attack and paid the price as the ball was struck low along the ground into the net 2- 1.  Carterton never gave up looking for the equaliser and pushed forward.  Harry McEnnis once again made his presence felt in defence with strong tackling.  A succession of corners saw the ball go across the goal mouth but a Carterton foot could not connect.  Ollie Chowns was denied when a last minute block saw his shot stopped.  Aaron Robins and Charlie Collins were playing good through balls between the North Leigh defences but were agonisingly just a yard too long for other players to run onto.  Carterton kept looking for the elusive goal with shots from Dael Campbell, Jack Green, Charlie Collins and Aaron Robins going close.  They certainly kept the North Leigh keeper on his toes.  North Leigh had a couple of shots onto the Carterton goal towards the end of the match but these never troubled Danny and he calmly collected the ball.  The final whistle went and North Leigh took all the points. This game was so very close and Carterton can count their selves very unlucky not to have come away with a point as they gave a superb performance and played very good football with positive passing and awareness.  Well done. Match report from W&DYL Web site…..The bitterly cold wind, along with a heavy pitch, didn't seem to effect either side with both teams contributing to playing out good game.<br> In the early stages North took the initiative and created several good openings, but were guilty of missing several goal scoring opportunities after good approach play - Carterton 'keeper Danny Chapman denying them on occasions. North, however, did take the lead with a fine individual effort from Aaron Bowerman. He picked the ball up wide on the left, skipped past a couple of Carterton defenders and unleashed an unstoppable effort high into the top right corner of the net from around twenty yards. Within a few minutes North should have increased their lead when James Turner couldn't quite get enough power into his shot from close range. After around twenty minutes Carterton got back on level terms when Ollie Hawkins picked up an excellent defence splitting ball, before going on to strike a great effort high over North's keeper Joe Morse. This seemed to lift the Carterton boys and they were unlucky not to take the lead when a great effort from Charlie Collins dipped agonizingly over the bar, leaving the game finely balanced at the break. The second period was equally well contested, both teams playing out some excellent controlled football, though with both defences looking in great shape the keepers had little to deal with. North regained the lead after a good strike from James Turner squeezed under Carterton's keeper. To their credit Carterton continued to press for an equalizer with Ollie Hawkins, Aaron Robbins and Patrice Guillous all going close. In the later part of the game, with the heavy pitch taking it toll, both teams used all their substitutes to good effect and the game continued to flow nicely until the final whistle. This game was so very close and Carterton can count their selves very unlucky not to have come away with a point as they gave a superb performance and played very good football with positive passing and awareness. Well done
27.1.08	CFC U 13 3 v 2 Launton Boys Match report by Robert Green….. This game was very important for both teams as they are both at the lower end of the league and a win would help either team.  Carterton knew what they had to do but Launton made it extremely difficult.  The game was very evenly balanced and could have gone either way.  Fortunately, it was Carterton who finished with a late winner.<br> The weather was excellent and probably one of the best days we have seen for a long time.  Launton kicked off and soon found their selves under a lot of pressure. The first 5 minutes saw shots from Charlie Collins, Dael Campbell on target but saved.  However, on 6 minutes Nathan Godwin hit the ball forward with good height for Charlie Collins to flick it off his head and over the keeper to make it 0 – 1 to Carterton.  Launton immediately responded but were denied by Danny Chapman saving at the forwards’ feet.  They then narrowly missed by a free kick which went through the penalty box without any one making contact.  Launtons’ persistence paid off on 10 minutes when they put the ball through Cartertons’ defence and the forward lifted the ball high over the head of Danny to make it 1 – 1.  One minute later Launton had a corner but this was cleared to Ollie Hawkins who put the ball over the Launton defence to Charlie who laid it to Aaron Robins who shot over the keeper to make it 1 – 2.  There were no further goal scoring opportunities for the remainder of the half but Launton were piling the pressure onto Carterton who were defending very well with Harry McEnnis, Richard Johnson and Patrice Guillois proving their worth. The second half started with Carterton taking the kick off.  This half was closely fought without much goalmouth action until the 55th minute.  The teams ere playing good football but could not get through the stubborn defences to create many chances.  This was very evenly balanced all the way through.  However on 55 minutes Carterton got their first corner of the half and saw their effort cleared off the line and away to safety.  3 minutes later Aaron Robins saw his high effort bounce off the bar and cleared.  This made Launton push for an equaliser and turned the pressure up.  On 65 minutes they got their reward when their corner kick turned into a goalmouth scramble with the ball eventually hitting the back of the net 2 – 2.  The game was all to play for and on 67 minutes a Carterton throw by Jack Green saw the ball reach Ryan Southwood who crossed an excellent high ball into the box.  A Launton defender jumped to head the ball clear but ended up glancing the ball into his own net to make it 2 – 3.  The last few minutes were nail biting for the spectators but no further chances were created. This was a much needed win for Carterton and they were very happy when the final whistle went.  Both teams need congratulating as they never gave up, and were totally committed to the game.  The referee deserves mention too as he kept the game flowing very well, playing good advantages and keeping the teams in line.
20.1.08	Easington Sports v CFC U 13…..rev…..pp
13.1.08	CFC U 13 2 v 1v Chipping Norton Town Swifts Match report by Robert Green…..This was Cartertons’ first match of 2008 after the lengthy festive break.  They played hosts to Chipping Norton Swifts at the Kilkenny ground which had withstood most of the rain over the last week.  The weather was very kind with no rain falling but the wind was biting and very strong.  However, both teams put up a good display of football which was entertaining right up until the final whistle. Carterton were determined to start the year on a positive note and grab some much needed points to move them up the table.  Swifts kicked off the game and the first 10 minutes saw good possession by the teams but no penetration into either goalmouth.  Swifts were the first to venture into an attack and had a corner on 10 minutes but it was easily cleared.  The first pressure that Carterton applied was on 13 minutes when Patrice Guillois put the ball across the face of the goal with Aaron Robins just failing to make contact with his outstretched boot at the far post.  Danger lurked on 15 minutes when Swifts chipped a free kick into the box; it was headed cleared only for Swifts to take a snap shot from 25yards that gradually dipped over the bar.  That gave them the confidence to apply more pressure on the Carterton goal, which a one time resulted in 4 consecutive corners before the defence finally cleared it properly.  Swifts still maintained pressure and clinical tackles by Nathan Godwin and Dael Campbell in the goal mouth stopped 2 goal opportunities.  Carterton did regain composure and started to work the midfield well with Garry Larner having a good game, but the final ball to the forwards were judged to have been offside on many occasions.  Ollie Chowns worked well in space up front and laid a great ball to Aaron Robins who took it into the area unchallenged but sliced the ball wide.  Neither team had struck a goal worthy effort until the 33rd minute.  Cartertons keeper Danny Chapman was cleverly chipped by Swifts when the ball was thrown out.  Danny was off his line and the shot went over his finger tips into an empty net. On the stroke of half time Ollie Chowns put Charlie Collins through for Carterton and when inside the box he unselfishly passed the all to Ollie Hawkins who blasted the ball just wide. Whatever was discussed at half time Carterton came out all guns blazing.  In the first few minutes the Swifts keeper was working very hard.  He stopped two goal bound shots from Aaron and cleared a corner.  Swifts launched a good attack on 42 minutes and shot over the bar from six yards.  Cartertons defence were working very well with good awareness and presence from Alex Collett, Richard Johnson, Harry McEnnis, and Ryan Southwood.  When they had possession the ball was passed fluently and accurately.  This paid off on 50 minutes as a number of one twos saw the ball move from defence, through midfield and onto Charlie Collins whose final shot was brilliantly saved by the Swifts keeper but landed at Aarons feet for him to slot the ball home 1 -1.  This left the final 20 minutes all to play for.  Carterton continued to search for a winning goal but the final touch onto goal was missing.  Swifts were also determined to take all 3 points but could not get the ball on target when threatening the Carterton goal.  The break did come for Carterton in the final minute when Charlie received another through ball and took it into the box.  A clever shot from the outside of the boot saw it go beyond goal keepers hands and into the bottom right hand corner for 2 – 1.  The last few seconds were heart stopping as Swifts kept the ball in Cartertons' half but could not find a way onto the goal. The final whistle went and Carterton snatched all 3 points.  This was a great game to watch and all the players worked hard in the cold and muddy conditions
16.12.07	Bicester Town colts 3 v 2 CFC U 13 Match report by Bob Green…..This was the third meeting of these teams this season and Carterton were looking to get revenge on their two previous defeats.  Even though they had suffered defeats. the previous matches had been very close.  The pitch was in very good condition and the weather was sunny but bitterly cold for everyone. Carterton took the kick off and shocked the Bicester team by scoring twice inside the opening 4 minutes.  The first came from a Charlie Collins clever chip over the Bicester defence that Oliver Chowns ran onto, taking it round the keeper and placing the ball into the empty goal.  The second was created by Patrice Guillois who chipped the ball to the far post for Aaron Robins to knock in.  By this time Carterton were playing good football with lots of passing moves and frustrating the Bicester players.  Bicester did get back into the game quite strongly by playing their usual style of kicking the ball high and deep into the Carterton half with the idea of their sprinting forwards to grab the goals.  Their first came on 9 minutes when a corner cross was bundled in at the near post to make it 1-2.  Cartertons' Danny Chapman made 3 saves at point blank range to deny Bicester a second goal.  However, on 15 minutes the ball was in the net for Bicester after the high ball was played through Cartertons’ defence.  6 minutes later saw a repeat of the high ball up the pitch for Bicester to grab a third. The game settled down a bit for the final 15 minutes without any real opportunity occurring for either team but Bicester were coming in hard and strong on various tackles, with Carterton being forced to make substitutions. The second half kicked off and Carterton immediately went onto the attack with Bicester having to save a shot from Oliver Chowns who was cleverly played through by Alex Collett after only 24 seconds.  This half was going to be tough for Carterton as there were no substitutes and a couple of players had taken a knock or two, but they played excellent football with lots of good passing movements and awareness.  The defence totally frustrated the Bicester forwards by intercepting everything thrown at them, and then passing the ball out of trouble with ease.  Carterton earned a few corners in this half but were unable to get the ball past the Bicester keeper.  There was a glimmer of hope that Carterton would snatch a late equaliser and it would have been fully deserved especially as all the players were on top form and playing as a team should do.  Unfortunately the whistle went for the end of the game and the result stood at 3-2 to Bicester.<br> Now for a well earned rest over the Christmas period until it all starts again in the New Year.  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all players and spectators. Match report from W&DYL Web site…..On a crisp and sunny Sunday afternoon at the BSA where, just for a change the wind wasn't howling across the playing fields, Bicester, down to their last 11 fit players, adopted the seasonal goodwill mentality, gifting Carterton 2 chances in the first 4 minutes, both of which were converted well. <br> Carterton took the kick off and shocked the Bicester team by scoring twice inside the opening four minutes. The first came from a Charlie Collins clever chip over the Bicester defence that Oliver Chowns ran onto, taking it round the keeper and placing the ball into the empty goal. The second was created by Patrice Guillois who chipped the ball to the far post for Aaron Robins to knock in. By this time Carterton were playing good football with lots of passing moves and frustrating the Bicester players. Fortunately Bicester started to get their game together immediately and forced one goal back, on 8 minutes, as a dangerous corner from Andrew Ingram was put into his own net by an under pressure Carterton defender. Bicester pressed for the equaliser and it came on the 15 minute mark, a precision through ball from Darren Eyles setting up Callum Green who calmly slipped the ball past the advancing keeper. Carterton were indebted to their keeper Danny Chapman on two occasions as he made good blocks, but it wasn't long before Bicester took the lead, the move starting from a Carterton corner, and this time Callum Green turned provider as his through ball was taken on by Andrew Ingram who carried it to the edge of the box before tucking it into the corner of the net. Bicester had several more chances to increase their lead as the half drew to a close, but couldn't find a way past the keeper. Despite the half time team talk, Bicester started the second half as they started the first but this time Rafael Garcia-Krailing eased the early pressure by saving the shot comfortably. Bicester then squandered chance after chance to keep the game in the balance, Sam Jenkins, Callum Green, Andrew Ingram, Josh Hunt and Daniel Pettit all going close to settling the Bicester spectator's nerves, but the Carterton goal remained intact and disappointingly, after 5 goals in the first 20 minutes, we were to see no further scoring.<br> Congratulations to both sets of lads who played out an entertaining, if sometimes feisty, game but all of who shook hands at the final whistle. Man of the match for Bicester was John Holt, Parent player of the match going to Jacob Merrill.
9.12.07	CFC U 13 v Banbury Town Youth…..pp
2.12.07	Wychwood v CFC U 13…..pp
25.11.07	Under 13 Knock Out Cup 2nd  Round …..Bicester Town Colts 4 v 0 CFC U 13 Match report by Robert Green…..This cup fixture was played at a fast pace throughout the match with chances going to both teams.  Unfortunately Carterton found themselves on the receiving end of some strong football but they can reflect upon missed chances as it was not a one sided match as the score line may suggest. Bicester started the proceedings and straight away went on the offensive catching Carterton out.  Within 3 minutes Bicester had taken the lead when a shot from the left was stopped by Danny Chapman but only for a forward to slot the ball home.  It wasn’t until 10 minutes into the match that Carterton attacked the Bicester goal.  From a Jack Green corner Aaron Robins and Matty Lee had goal bound shots blocked by the Bicester keeper.  After this the football was played up and down the pitch with chances for both teams.  Ollie Hawkins saw his shots stopped by the Bicester keeper, with Bicester going close on a few occasions only to see shots go wide or saved.  On the stroke of half time, Bicester extended their lead to 2-0 when they shot low into the net.  The second half did see a Carterton improvement where they did battle for the ball and made some good passing moves.  It was the goals that were missing to boost their confidence.  It was inside the first minute of the second half when Carterton were awarded a penalty for a foul.  Matty Lee took the penalty and lifted the ball to go over the keeper but it also ended up over the bar.  A lucky let off for Bicester.  Carterton still pushed forward, looking to score but were caught out on 44 minutes when Bicester launched a counter attack and scored to make it 3-0.  Some good battling by Carterton in the middle of the pitch saw them intercept a lot of Bicester moves with Charlie Collins leading by example.  Carterton came very close to scoring in the 59th minute when Jack Green panicked the Bicester keeper but saw his shot headed off  the line, onto the post and away.  Bicester scored their 4th on 63 minutes once again by launching the counter attack and using their pace to run through the defence.  With 5 minutes to go, Carterton had a free kick just outside the area.  Patrice Guillois struck a sweet low shot to the right hand post only to see the keeper gather it cleanly.  The final whistle went and Cartertons cup run had come to an abrupt end.
18.11.07	CFC U 13 1 v 4 North Leigh Match report by W&DYL Web site…..Given the dismal conditions both teams deserve a huge amount of praise for this performance. In the early stages of the first half there was little to choose between the two sides, though Carterton had some good opportunities to open the scoring with Ollie Hawkins & Matt Lee shooting narrowly wide. North were slow in getting their passing game together, though when they did it work to good effect, the 1st goal coming from one such move which saw Tom Weedon's speculative shot skidded off the slippery surface into the back of the net. North soon added a second from a similar move, Scott Saunders putting in Tom Weedon who scored at the second attempt after the Carterton keeper had pulled off a great save from his original shot. Undeterred Carterton fought back strongly, being inspired by their hard working captain, and could count themselves unlucky to be two down at the break. The second half continued in similar fashion, with both teams working really hard to gain possession in the blustery cold conditions. Carterton got themselves back into the game when their striker got to a loose ball first, then going onto hit a fine high looping effort into the net. The next goal of the game was always going to be decisive and it went in North's favour. A great move started with North's keeper Sam Oliver finding James Minchin wide on the left who passed the ball nicely inside to Josh Burnham, an eager Jack Meagher latched onto a great through ball before going onto to drill unstoppable effort high into the net. Carterton still tried hard to get back into the game, but found North's central defender Hayden Morse in fine form in his first full game back after a long lay off. The unfortunate Carterton keeper had to be replaced, after bravely saving at the feet of James Turner, soon after this North grabbed a fourth with a great effort from Josh Burnham, he curled a shot into the net from a narrow angle after playing a neat one two with Aaron Bowerman. Carterton nearly got a second late on with a great free kick from twenty yards which dipped agonizingly over the bar. Both sides should be commended for playing out a hard fought game, in tough conditions, with great commitment and excellent sportsmanship throughout.
11.11.07	CFC U 13 4 v 1 Launton Boys Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Carterton entertained Launton Boys at Kilkenny Lane for a tightly fought match that finally saw them win their first game of the season. The score line does not totally reflect the game as it was a very even match, however Carterton were able to make their shots count whilst Launton Boys were kept at bay by some heroic goalkeeping by Danny Chapman. Launton kicked the game off but were soon to be under immense pressure from Carterton when Oliver Chowns, Ollie Hawkins and Matty Lee all had attempts saved in the first few minutes. Launton began to counter attack and soon were penetrating into the Carterton goal mouth but defensive play by Dael Campbell, Nathan Godwin, Harry McEnnis, and Alex Collett stopped them getting shots away. The first goal came on 25 minutes when Jack Green played the ball through the Launton defence for Ollie Hawkins to pounce on it and put the ball into the net after the keeper had parried the first shot. The next 10 minutes saw Launton launce 4 attacks but could not get the ball past Danny Chapman. Garry Larner was defending well to further frustrate the Launton attackers, whilst Richard Johnson was placing some good balls down the right wing. On the stroke of half time it was Carterton who scored to make it 2-0 when Matty Lee tucked the ball away after the keeper had blocked Ollie Hawkins shot<br> Previous matches had seen Carterton allow teams to come back at them in the second period but they stood firm and stretched their lead. On 46 minutes Ollie Hawkins put the ball into the box for Matty Lee to grab his second of the match. A minute later Launton had narrowed the lead to 3-1 when a high shot went above a jumping Danny Chapman. Launton were denied a second goal moments later when Danny tipped the ball onto the cross bar. A Launton corner caused panic in the goalmouth with the ball being cleared by Patrice Guillois. Launton continued to push forward with Danny running out of box to successfully tackle the rushing forwards. There were good passing movements by Carterton down the left wing with Charlie Collins proving a great asset with his excellent tackling and ball play. On many times he put the ball between the Launton defence for Carterton players to run onto, but the final shots were either just wide or over the top. The last 5 minutes was still frantic with Launton looking to score again but were unable to. Instead it was Carterton who grabbed a late goal from a scrambled Launton defence, following a corner. The ball bounced off both many players before Matty Lee pounced on the ball and drove the ball into the net for Carterton's fourth and his hat trick. The final whistle went and Carterton were jubilant in getting their first league win of the season. Launton looked dejected but they gave a good performance. Well done everyone.
4.11.07	CFC U 13 2 v 4 Easington Sports Match report from W&DYL Web site…..This match lived was certainly one not to forget and once again proved that football can be a funny old game with Carterton dominating the first half and Easington coming back in the second. Both teams had lost their previous matches so were determined to make amends. A glorious November day was had as the mist cleared to leave the sun shining for the entire match. Carterton were certainly the better of the two sides in the first half. On 6 minutes it was Ollie Hawkins who put Carterton in front by managing to get his foot onto a bouncing ball just in front of the keeper. The ball looped over the keeper and into the net. The next 10 minutes involved lots of goalmouth activity but Easington could not find a way past Carterton's Danny Chapman. It was Charlie Collins who helped set up the 2nd Carterton goal. He knocked the ball through to Garry Larner who shot to the left side of the keeper on 18 minutes. There were further chances for Carterton but the Easington keeper kept out shots from Matty Lee, Charlie Collins and Ollie Hawkins. Danny Chapman was also being tested in goal and kept Easington at bay along with good defending work from Alex Collett, Dael Campbell, Richard Johnson and Jack Green. At half time the score was 2-0 to Carterton.<br> The second half was a complete change. Easington changed their style to an all out attacking strategy. This was to work in their favour and on 53 minutes scored their first goal from striker Josh Bowden. Three minutes later it was all square at 2-2 after Danny made a great save and the ball bounced off the bar onto an Easington foot and in. Carterton tried to play the ball up the field but Easington were reading the game well and intercepted the passes. Easington had the ball kept in Carterton's' half for long periods and should have took the lead on 61 minutes. A looping shot came off the post and straight to a player on the 6 yard line, who then put it over much to the relief of Carterton. However, on 66 minutes they did take the lead after rushing through the defence. Dael Campbell came to the rescue on 69 minutes to clear the ball off the line when it looked as if a goal was a certainty. The subsequent corner did see Easington finish the game by scoring from a volley 4-2. The final whistle went and not many spectators expected the result to change so much in the second half. Well done to both teams for a very entertaining match. Easington scorers were Rory Ronaldson, Josh Reilly and Josh Bowden (2). Easington Sports man of the match Elliott Hillman
14.10.07	KO Cup …..Chipping Norton Swifts 3 v 2 Carterton Match report by Bob Green…..Carterton travelled to Chipping Norton hoping to continue where they left of the previous week and aim for a win.  This was going to be tough on the team as they could only field 11 players due to injuries. This was certainly a game of two halves where Carterton dominated the play in the first half and went into the break 2-0 up.  However, they could not maintain their dominance in the second half and Chipping Norton fought back to snatch the game 3-2. The weather was unusually warm for the time of year with lots of sunshine and no wind.  Carterton kicked off and played great passing football.  In the first 10 minutes Carterton had shots from Dael Campbell, Charlie Collins and Jake Griffiths.  Swifts had very little play and managed to get the ball into the Carterton penalty area on 12 minutes with Harry McEnnis clearing the danger.  Danny Chapman got his first real touch when he stopped the Swifts attack with a one on one, pulling off a great save.  That was really the last attack the Swifts had as Carterton took over.  On 13 mins Garry Larner took the ball down the left side and blasted his shot past the keeper into the side netting.  2 minutes later he repeated the same feat but this time his shot clipped the near post and in 1-0.  Carterton laid an onslaught on the Swifts goal with shots coming in from Oliver Chowns, Jack Green and Ollie Hawkins.  On the rare occasion of Swifts attacking Richard Johnson, Matty Lee, Garry Larner, and Harry McEnnis all defended calmly.  Just before half time Ollie Hawkins ran onto a through ball and gently lobbed the keeper for 2-0. The second half began with Swifts taking control.  The Carterton defence were beginning to work harder and Danny Chapman was finding himself with more one on ones with the Swifts forwards.  Carterton had a couple of attacks during this 15 minute spell but could not finish the moves off.  On 52 minutes Swifts beat the Carterton defence and put the ball across the goal and into the net 2-1.  4 minutes later Carterton made a defensive error and allowed Swifts space to equalise 2-2.  Carterton tried to push forward but could not find the momentum to grab a third goal.  Instead it was Swifts who pushed for a winner and got it after a goal mouth scramble with 5 minutes to go.  The last few minutes were made even harder for Carterton when Danny Campbell had to leave the pitch for treatment, after a poorly timed tackle by the Swifts forward, leaving 10 players on the pitch.  Unfortunately Carterton could not get a third goal and the final whistle went.  Overall Carterton played some really good football with accurate passing and moving into positions off the ball.  This style of play will get better over the next few matches and their winning ways will begin again. Well done
7.10.07	KO Cup round 1…..Carterton 11 v 2 Ducklington Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Carterton welcomed Ducklington to Monahan Way for the Knock Out Cup 1st Round. This proved to be a very entertaining game, played in a friendly manner and included lots of goals. This was a match where Carterton had to kick start their season. Unfortunately Ducklington didn't want to make it easy and the first few minutes saw them dominate possession and on 4 minutes they moved the ball into the goalmouth and struck home high into the net to make it 1-0. This made Carterton wake up and they instantly replied. From the centre circle they moved the ball down the right for Oliver Hawkins to cross the ball with pace into the box only for a Ducklington player to put it past the keeper for an own goal 1-1. Lots of great football saw Carterton have complete control and on 6 minutes Jack Green made it 2 1, closely followed by Oliver Hawkins running onto a ball played by Garry Larner to make it 3 1. On 8 minutes a short corner was played to Matty Lee who shot over the keeper to make it 4 1. The next 10 minutes saw much Carterton possession without Ducklington threatening. On 18 minutes Aaron Robins made it 5 1, as he calmly lobbed the ball over the keeper. Carterton defence were still untroubled but when Ducklington did push forward Charlie Collins, Dale Campbell, Harry McEnnis, and Dael Campbell defended really well, frustrating the Ducklington forwards. Charley had a great shot on 27 minutes which was saved by the Ducklington keeper, only for Oliver Hawkins to strike the ball in the direction of the net. This subsequently ricochets off the defenders to make it 6 1. Ducklington never gave up and were determined to score. One of their players got the ball on the half way line and dribbled the ball down the left hand side and cut into the box. The shot hit the post and out for a goal kick much to Carterton's relief. Just before half time Aaron Robins get the ball on the left and picks out Oliver Chowns in the box who whacked it into the net for 7 1. The second half was certainly nowhere as comfortable for Carterton as the first half. Ducklington came out strong and worried the defence. Carterton seemed to hit a lull and the fluent passing had gone onto the backburner. Danny Chapman (Carterton Keeper) had suddenly found himself busier than before. On 51 minutes Ducklington broke through the defence and went round Danny before slotting the ball home 7 2. Carterton reshuffled the team and with some touchline guidance began to play good football again. On 56 minutes a Carterton attack went out for a goal kick. The goalie kicked the ball straight to Matty Lee who kicks it towards goal with Aaron Robins running in and getting the final touch to make it 8 2. Ducklington still remained positive and surged forward to try and grab more goals but were kept at bay. Carterton's Charlie Collins intercepted the ball midway in his own half on 65 minutes and played it high into the Ducklington half for Oliver Hawkins to run onto and hit the ball from 20 yards into the net 9 2. The final 5 minutes saw Carterton score a further 2 goals. A great move by Charlie Collins shortly followed, who fed the ball to Oliver Chowns. He knocked it to Oliver Hawkins who scored his hat trick 10 2. Finally a free kick was won by Carterton near to the penalty area, which Matty Lee took and scored by shooting high over the wall and keeper 11 2
23.9.07	CFC U 13 2 v 5 Bicester Town colts Match report from W&DYL Web site…..Looking resplendent in their new kit, courtesy of bestpricecar.com, and playing on Carterton's pitch, Bicester came out of the blocks, kicking downhill with the wind slightly behind them, like a Range Rover Sport off the Cumnor Oxford forecourt as Andrew Ingram hit the post within the first 5 minutes. The first half turned out to be an exciting end to end affair, Carterton looking dangerous on the break, and they should really have taken the lead as a rebound from a shot onto the post failed to be converted. Ingram, playing in a more advanced role than normal due to Callum Green's injury forced absence, looked lively and put Bicester into the lead on ten minutes as he picked up a rushed clearance and cooly slotted the ball into the empty net from 25 yards. Carterton came back at Bicester and equalised 10 minutes later as a looping cross evaded the goalkeeper and defence to be well finished by the Carterton player. However, it wasn't long before Bicester regained the lead, a cross from Josh Hunt being unfortunately deflected into his own goal by a Carterton defender. To add to Bicester's limited striking options, goalscorer Andrew Ingram then left the field with a gashed leg, and just before half time Carterton were again level following a flowing move and clinical finish. In an even start to the second half, Rafael Garcia-Krailing, Defender of the Bicester goal, had to be alert to save well from a free kick from just outside the box, and at the other end Rory MacFarlane went close for Bicester. Midway through the second half Bicester started to fire on all 6 cylinders, a great through ball from Sam Jenkins sprung the offside trap, and Ingram, back on after treatment, accelerated onto the ball like a well tuned Jaguar, and finished well for his second of the game. The Bicester nerves were finally calmed as Ingram completed his hat-trick with 15 minutes to go, finishing with aplomb after being put through by a precision pass from Daniel Pettit, Rory MacFarlane then finished the scoring after neat interplay between Ingram and Josh Hunt put him through one on one with the keeper. An entertaining game played in good spirit by both sides, thanks go to Carterton for their hospitality. Parent's Man of the Match was awarded to Andrew Ingram, with the Manager's award going to Josh Hunt.
16.9.07	Banbury Town Youth 3 v 1 CFC U 13 Match report by Robert Green …..Carterton visited Banbury Town looking to win their first game of the season.  Unfortunately, Banbury had other ideas and came out the victors in a very wind swept match.  The strong cross wind played a major part in upsetting the tempo of both teams and making attractive football very difficult. The first 10 minutes saw a lot of good Carterton possession with shots from Matthew Lee, Charley Collins and Aaron Robins.  Another attack by Carterton was broken down by Banbury who counter attacked and put the ball into the net on 12 minutes.  1 - 0 to Banbury.  Carterton continued to press forward with the ball being fed into the Banbury box but the final touch was missing.  Charlie Collins was unlucky on the half hour when his shot hit the bar and bounced to safety.  Banbury did get some possession but did not really threaten the Carterton goal until just before half time, but their attempt was cleared by the Carterton defence. The first 10 minutes of the second half began just like the first except this time it was Banbury who kept possession.  Within 20 seconds of the restart Banbury homed in onto the Carterton goal but keeper Danny Chapman managed to put the attacker under pressure and the shot went wide.  Carterton had a free kick in their own half and put it over the Banbury defence for Oliver Hawkins to lob the ball over the keeper into the net for 1 – 1.  The next 5 minutes saw Banbury on the attack with Carterton defence Alex Collett, Richard Johnson, and Garry Larner working very hard to deny them.  On 43 minutes Banbury scored by a header direct from a well struck corner to make it 2 – 1.  Carterton continued to push forward and could not get the ball into the net.  With a string of corners Banbury defended very well and Charley Collins saw his headed shot, direct from a corner, stopped on the line by the Banbury keeper. The final 5 minutes saw Banbury occupying too much time in the Carterton half and kept Danny Chapman very busy.  The final action came on 78 minutes when Banbury had a corner that was only half cleared.  An unchallenged Banbury player struck the ball from the 6 yard line and scored to make it 3 - 1. The final whistle went and Carterton had once again made lots of chances but paid the penalty for not getting the ball into the net, but their overall play was very good with lots of passing and good tackling. Well done everyone. This following report taken from W&DYL Web site.....Banbury Town played host to Carterton on a bright but very "blustery" afternoon. The high winds had a very profound effect on Banbury Town's normal style of fast attacking football. Both teams had to adapt to the weather. At half time Banbury went in with a one goal lead after a beautifully executed through ball by Josh Southall was picked up by Tom Glossop who placed it in the back of the net. The first 10 minutes of the second half began just like the first except this time it was Banbury who kept possession. Within 20 seconds of the restart Banbury homed in onto the Carterton goal but keeper Danny Chapman managed to put the attacker under pressure and the shot went wide. Carterton had a free kick in their own half and put it over the Banbury defence for Oliver Hawkins to lob the ball over the keeper into the net for 1-1. . As the game progressed Banbury started to keep the ball "down" and were rewarded with a second goal header by Keiran Scott after a sweet corner kick taken by Jack kettle. It remained 2 1 for some time until a superb cross by Dion Pain was placed into the box of which Carterton failed to clear. The loose ball was picked up by Josh Southall who hit the ball sweetly into the net. Both teams played the game in good spirit. Banbury Town's managers man of the match was Josh Southall - their parents player of the match was Tom Glossop
9.9.07	CFC U 13 2 v 4 Wychwood Match report from W&DYL Web site.....The two promoted sides met on the opening day of the season producing an end to end game. This fine win avenged last seasons opening day defeat by their host's. Carterton pressured the Wychwood goal for the first 25 minutes with a string of chances but could not find the back of the net. Shots from Aaron Robins, Oliver Hawkins, Ethan West, Oliver Chowns, and Harry McEnnis went just wide, cleared off the line and also saved by the Wychwood keeper who was kept very busy. The first goal came some ten minutes before half time, Ben Edwards firing in a free kick some thirty yards out - over 'keeper Dabby Chapman's glove. The sides then settled to produce some good football with chances coming at both ends. The second half got under way with Andrew Bull double the Wychwood's lead. The next 5 minutes were very busy for the Wychwood keeper who kept guard until Jack Green shot over him from 18 yards to make it 2-1. Second half sub Conrad Palejowski then hit a double to put Wychwood in command. Although Carterton kept attacking it was Wychwood who should have gone further ahead missing a penalty. Carterton never gave up and kept pushing forward and a second goal came on 65 minutes when Jack Green got his second directly from a corner. There were good debuts for Carterton's Tom Deeley and Morgan Harry with Matt Twin performing well in midfield along with the rest of the Wychwood team. The battle continued but no further goals were scored during the match. The final score was 4-2 to Wychwood and the Carterton were left frustrated by all their missed chances. Well played everybody.

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