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13/03/10
Teversal 3-4 AFC Emley
Emley got back to winning ways with an entertaining 4-3 win over Teversal following on from a string of 4 consecutive defeats.  Amazingly this is the 4th consecutive occaision that Emley have put 4 goals past Teversal.  Last season they ran out 4-2 winners in both meetings and when the sides met in November Emley recorded a 4-0 victory.

Emley's goals came from Craig Marsh (2), Steve Kenworthy and a Mark Stuart penalty.  Kenworthy now has 20 goals to his credit this season.

12/03/10
AFC Emley Res 2-0 Crag Road United
Emley's second string defeated Crag Road United at the Welfare Ground on Friday evening.  The result keeps them in 3rd place in the table.  Ashley Brothers and Simeon Fletcher got the goals.

26/02/10
Brighouse Town v AFC Emley
Saturday 27th February 2010 - Match Preview

Whilst most of the footballing talk will be about Town v Leeds this weekend there is another massive local derby at the other end of the football pyramid when AFC Emley visit Brighouse Town (kick off 3.00pm).  In an attempt to attract more fans to the game Brighouse are offering half price entry to Town and Leeds fans who produce a ticket stub or season ticket.

There is lots at stake for both sides as they attempt to gain promotion to the NCEL Premier.  Brighouse currently top the table on 48 points, 3 points ahead of 3^rd placed Emley who do have 2 games in hand.  

When the sides met back in December Emley recorded a 2-1 victory after coming back from a goal down.  Since then Brighouse have won an impressive 8 league games on the trot which has propelled them to the top of the table.  Emley also have an impressive record at the moment and are unbeaten in 9 games.

The teams also met back in January in the league cup, playing out a thrilling 3-3 draw with Emley eventually being victorious on penalties.  Speaking ahead of the game Emley’s assistant manager Grant Crookes is well aware of the threat that Brighouse pose. 

“We have played them twice in the last 3 months and know that they are a well motivated side who play quick attacking football so we will not be taking the task lightly.  If we play to the best of our abilities we are confident that we can beat them.”

Emley go into the fixture without two of their key players.  Central defender Craig Marsh is suspended for one game and Josh Wright is unavailable.   

Squad:

Clark, Ingham, Leech, S. Wright, Stuart, Hill, Joice, Hazelden, Townsend, Shooter, Amos, Garside, Kenworthy, Reid, Wilkinson.

Meanwhile Emley have recieved a home draw against NCEL Premier side Pickering Town in the 4th round of the League Cup.  A date is yet to be set for the fixture.

20/02/10
Todays Match Postponed
Todays game has been postponed by the match ref.  The pitch is 97% clear but frozen along the top touchline where the linesman would run. 

19/02/10
AFC Emley v Rossington Main Match Preview
NCEL  Division One  - Saturday 20th February 2010
Second placed AFC Emley go into saturday's clash at home with Rossington Main (3.00pm kick off) looking to extend their unbeaten run to 10 games. 
 
When the clubs last met back in October Emley ran out 4-2 winners with Lee Hill grabbing a hat trick.  Since then Rossington have experience mixed form including a crushing 9-0 defeat against Leeds and convincing victories over Askern and Staveley, leaving them in 12th position.  Manager Ian Banks will not be taking his opponents for granted:
 
"I honestly can’t believe that Rossington are in the position that they are.  Take it from me they are a good footballing side and have some very good individuals.  We will not be taking league positions for granted and I promise that we will be up for the challenge". 
 
Banks' men put in a fine performance on Monday at league leaders Leeds Carnegie to force a 2-2 draw which keeps them just a point behind the leaders.  Banks is looking for another big performace from his players to maintain their push for promotion. 
 
"I thought it was a terrific game and a credit to both teams and the league.  You could go and see teams in higher leagues and not witness the sort of football that was played.   At the end of the game I could see the pain in their faces, they gave Emley their all".
 
Banks also paid tribute to the clubs loyal fans who made the trip to Leeds:  "When we scored our 2nd against Leeds they nearly took the roof off the stand.  We need them to keep getting behind the boys and urge us on especially on the occaisions when things aren't going to plan".
 
Central defender Craig Marsh misses Saturday's game through suspension.  Lee Hill and Wayne Shooter both picked up injuries against Leeds but are named in Banks' squad.  Mark Townsend and Simon Wright are both back in the squad after missing on monday night and striker Craig Wilkinson is also back in contention.
 
Squad:
Clarke, Joice, S. Wright, Leech, Hazelden, J. Wright, Shooter, Ingham, Townsend, Wilkinson, Kenworthy, Stuart, Hill, Garside, Amos.

Emleys second XI are back in action on Saturday when they travel to Manningham based Campion (kick off 2.30pm).  Their hosts are 5th in the table whilst Emley are in 2nd place, 2 points behind Bay reserves.

15/02/10
Leeds Carnegie 2-2 AFC Emley
NCEL Division One
Final Score:  Leeds Carnegie 2 - 2  AFC Emley

Absolute cracker of a game and whilst Emley will be gutted that they didn't win after hitting the bar on three occaisions this is a result that they can be proud of. 

Emley just edged the posession in the opening exchanges and came close to scoring when Max Joices speculative shot hit the bar with Mick Amos unable to steer the rebound home.  On 23 minutes Amos did manage to get on the scoresheet after Steve Kenworthy stretched the Carnegie defence and played a sweet ball accross the 6 yard box for Amos to stab home despite the keeper Wiacek's attempts to keep it out.  Amos then nearly doubled the lead with a well struck shot from the edge of the box with the keeper well beaten it clipped the bar and went over.

Leeds played some incisive attacking football and seized upon a defensive error back as Marco equalised on 35 minutes.   Both sides had further opportunities but went into the break on level pegging at 1-1.

The second half continued in much the same vein as the second ended with both sides again playing attractive attacking football despite the heavy rain pouring down.   

Carnegie went into the lead on 62 minutes after Tom Leaver hit a well struck shot past Mick Clark and then pushed on to try and put the game out of sight.  Clark made some vital saves as Emley's defence held firm with Sean Hazelden and Anthony Leech also helping him out by making some tremendous challenges to snuff out the attacking threat.

There was plenty of action down the other end of the pitch too as Wiacek was also called upon to deny Emley's frontline.  Amos hit the bar again from about 25 yards out and before Emley forced their equaliser.  Steve Kenworthy was the provider again as he raced into the box through the Leeds defence to be brought down for a penalty.  Mark Stuart made no mistake from the spot on 77 minutes sending the keeper the wrong way with a confident strike.

Emley pushed hard to grab a winner but to no avail and stay in 2nd place behind Leeds.  They are in action again on Saturday when they entertain Rossington Main at the Welfare Ground (3.00pm kick off).  Full match report to follow from Martin later.

10/02/10
AFC Emley 3 - 0 Worsborough Bridge Athletic
NCEL Division One
Emley moved to within a point of league leaders Leeds Carnegie with a comfortable win over local rivals Worsborough Bridge.  The result means Emley have now gone 8 games unbeaten and gives them a real incentive when the top two sides meet on Monday.

Captain Steve Kenworthy lead by example for Emley and finished well twice to put Emley firmly in command and 2-0 up at half time.  The goals move Kenworthy to the top of the leagues scoring charts. 

Emley dominated the proceedings in the second half with Lee Hill adding a third goal by rounding the Bridge 'keeper.  In truth Emley had the opportunities to win by a much larger margin with Hill, Kenworthy and sub Gareth Garside all going close. 

Ian Banks will be looking for his side to continue this excellent run on Monday evening at Leeds.  Emley's first team have no fixture this Saturday but the reserves are in action on Friday evening when the entertain bottom side Morley Town (Kick off 7.30pm).

09/02/10
AFC Emley v Worsborough Bridge Athletic
NCEL Division One - Wednesday 10th February (Kick Off 7.45pm)

Emley host their local rivals Worsborough Bridge at the Welfare Ground on Wednesday (Kick Off 7.45pm) in a NCEL clash rearranged from Boxing Day.  Manager Ian Banks is keen for his side to make amends for 2 consecutive draws when his side dominated their opposition. 

On Saturday, 2 placed Emley scraped a 2-2 draw against bottom side Eccleshill after being two goals down at half time.  Whilst disappointed with the result Banks was enthused by the way that his side responded in the second half.  “ We had too many players who did not perform to the best of their ability on Saturday although we dominated the game and created plenty of chances.  We showed great spirit to come back from 2 goals down, Josh Ingham came on as sub and scored a superb goal after great work from Steven Kenworthy and Max Joice was outstanding.” 

Despite losing ground in the title race Banks is still confident that his side has got what it takes.  “People will say: ‘the cracks are starting to show’ but we will stick together.  We are unbeaten in 7 league games, unbeaten at home all season and still 2^nd in the league table.  There are a lot of games to be played between now and the end of the season but one thing that I will promise is that we will work our socks off until the last ball is kicked and we are committed to our cause.”

Banks is without Joice and Ingham for the fixture but Simon Wright and Mark Stuart are back in the side after missing on Saturday. 

Worsborough are enduring a difficult season and are second from bottom of the table but recorded an impressive 3-1 victory over Hemsworth on Saturday.  They are managed by the experienced (and ex – Wakefield and Emley player) Mick Norbury.  The sides met back in August before Norbury took over the reigns with Emley recording a comfortable 3-0 win capped by two long range strikes from Dean Sidebottom. 

SQUAD:

Clarke, Leech, S Wright, Marsh, Hazelden, Stuart, Townsend, Hill, J. Wright, Shooter, Amos, Kenworthy, Garside, Reid

06/02/10
AFC Emley 2 - 2 Eccleshill United
NCEL Division One - Match Summary
Emley were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw by bottom club NCEL bottom club Eccleshill.  The match was played in heavy fog which made visibility for both fans and players difficult. 

The visitors who appear revitalised by the appointment of their new manager Mark Senior battled hard and almost pulled off a shock victory having lead 2-0 at half time.  After soaking up pressure from the home side Eccleshill hit Emley on the break as Max Joice appeared to be fouled in the run up before beating Clarke with a long range effort.  Their lead was doubled soon after this time from close range after Clarke had done well to tip a shot onto the post.

Eccleshill were content to sit back and defend their lead in the second half as Emley pushed hard to get back in the game but for the second game running they lacked a clinical edge.  Josh Ingham, on as a substitute finally made the breakthrough drilling home from the edge of the six yard box after good work by Steven Kenworthy.  It was Kenworthy who eventually rescued Emley as he looped a header over the Eccleshill keeper as the game went into injury time. 

Manager Ian Banks will most certainly see this as two vital points lost and will be looking for a much better performance when his side entertain Worsborough Bridge on Wednesday (7.45pm). 

23/01/10
Pontefract Collieries 1-3 AFC Emley
NCEL Division One
Emley made it four league victories in a row with 3-1 win at 5th placed Pontefract.  In an entertaing game both sides worked hard to play good football on a heavy pitch. 

The first half was exciting end to end stuff with both sides creating plenty of chances.  Steve Kenworthy put Emley in front with a clean finish inside the box after being allowed too much space by the Pontey defence.  Lee Hill then double the lead heading home a corner before the home side snatched a goal back before half time.

Pontefract battled hard to force an equaliser but Emley's defence held firm before Lee Hill capped a good move and fired home his second to put the game out of sight.  Both sides had goals disallowed as the action continued but the score remained 3-1 to Emley. 

This was another battling display for Emley against a very tricky Pontefract side.  Manager Ian Banks will be looking for more of the same from his men as they go in search of a 5th win on the trot against Grimsby Borough on Wednesday.

21/01/10
AFC Emley 3 - 3 Brighouse Town (AET - Emley win 5-4 on penalties)
NCEL League Cup 3rd Round
Emley are the first club to progress through to the quarter finals of the NCEL League cup after defeating Brighouse in this hard fought encounter.  After an even start to the game Brighouse took the lead midway through the first half when Wayne Crossley's speculative cross cum shot looped over Mick Clarke in the Emley goal and in off the post.  This spurred the visitors on and they soon double their lead through a tremendous strike by (TBC) on the half volley.

In a similar pattern to when the two clubs met back in December Brighouse looked to tire and Emley finally began to assert some authority on the game as captain Steve Kenworthy applied a cool finish from close range.  Strike partner Lee Hill brought the scores level stabbing home with the Brighouse keeper Lee Williams unable to keep the ball out. 

Emley looked to have won the game in extra time when Josh Wright converted a penalty after Lee Hill was brought down in the box.  Emley had chances to wrap up the game but Williams saved well twice when one on one with Micky Amos.  They were made to regret this when Clarke was again outdone by an almost carbon copy of the first goal colliding with with post in the process.  Clarke recieved a prolonged period of treatment leading to 6 minutes of injury time but neither side was able to grab a winning goal so the game went to penalties.

Clarke picked himself up to be Emley's match winner by saving Brighouse's final penalty before Anthony Leech struck home Emley's last to make the score 5-4.  For the record Emley's penalties where converted by Lee Hill, Josh Wright, Mick Amos, Craig Marsh and Anthony Leech.

Emley will look to take the momentum forward to Saturdays league clash at 5th placed Pontefract Collieries with the target of 3 points being vital in their quest for promotion. 

19/01/10
AFC Emley v Brighouse Town
NCEL League Cup 3rd Round - Wednesday 20/01/10
Emley are hoping to play their first fixture in over a month when they entertain local rivals Brighouse Town in the NCEL League Cup 3rd round (Wednesday 7.45pm).

The pitch is in great shape because of the hard work of all the individuals who helped clear the pitch over christmas alongside groundsman Ray Chappel. The recent thawing has in turn left the pitch clear of snow.

The last time the clubs met was also the last game played at the Welfare Ground back in early December when Emley recorded a 2-1 victory with Mark Stuart and Steven Kenworthy getting the goals.

Both will be keen to progress to the quarter finals of the competition after recording victories over NCEL Premier clubs in the previous round with Emley victorious at Brodsworth and Brighouse defeating Liversedge at home.

With 5 games postponed over the cold spell Emley now face a busy run in at the end of the season with a string of evening games which will stretch Ian Banks’s squad to the limits as they push for promotion. Banks is well aware of this: The successful teams will need good quality and numbers in their squads to cope, and I think we have this now, fitness is going to be a concern with no games and very little training due to the adverse and freak weather. Despite this I’m hoping that we can start 2010 where we left off in 2009.

With this in mind Banks has added ex- Wakefield man Wayne Shooter, a striker who can also play out wide to bolster his squad. “We have a strong first team squad made up of 18 players, backed up by a strong reserve team squad. This is going to be vital for the 2nd half of the season, with a lot of games to cram in”.

Shooter goes straight into the squad for the Brighouse game with Josh Wright (back from injury) and Gavin Armitage (who missed much of November and December through work commitments). Mark Stuart is suspended whilst Craig Wilkinson and loanee Simon Wright are cup-tied.

Oli Gage is now approaching fitness after being out since October but is likely to get a run out for the reserves on Saturday before being drafted back into the first team squad.

Squad:
Clark, Joice, Leech, Marsh, Hazelden, Hill, Wright (J), Ingham, Townsend, Amos, Garside, Shooter, Kenworthy, Armitage, Scully, Robinson.

15/01/10
AFC Emley v Barton Town OB - Postponed
Emley's home game with Barton scheduled for tomorrow afternoon has been postponed after a pitch inspection morning due to a snow covered pitch.  At this stage the league cup fixture on Wednesday Evening (7.45pm) against Brighouse is also in doubt.  An inspection will be made on tuesday regarding this fixture.

08/01/10
First Team and Reserves Both Postponed
It will come as no suprise to anybody who has been out of the house during the last week that there will not be a lot of football played this weekend.  We recieved official confirmation from Staveley this morning that Saturday's crunch clash with the league leaders was postponed due to snow and ice covering the Chesterfield sides Inkersall Road ground. 

There is no prospect of Emley's second string being able to play their scheduled fixture with Steeton Reserves as the Welfare Ground pitch is covered with over a foot of snow. 

Our next fixture is against Barton Town OB at the Welfare Ground on Saturday 16th January (kick off 3.00pm).  With more snow forecast for next week this fixture is already in doubt.

Once the snow clears Emley manager Ian Banks will be able to call upon the services of influential midfielder Josh Wright who has now recovered from his ankle injury. Dean Sidebottom, ruled out for the season with knee ligament damage has now undergone surgery and is out of hospital on the mend - all the best to him as he aims to regain fitness in time for next season.

02/01/10
Todays Match v Pontefract Postponed
Todays match has been postponed following a late morning pitch inspection.  Despite the efforts of the Players, Management, Supporters and Committee members who cleared the pitch on New Years Eve it remains frozen in places. Combining this with a covering of snow this morning there is no way that the match can go ahead.

01/01/10
Pitch Inspection Tomorrow - 11.00am
Happy New Year to all of our fans.  The club are hoping that tomorrows game will go ahead - there will be a pitch inspection at 11.00am.  As soon as we know information will be posted on here.

The Welfare Ground on Boxing Day

30/12/2009
AFC Emley v Pontefract Collieries
Saturday 2nd January 2010 - Kick Off 3.00pm
After the frustration of seeing the last two weeks fixtures cancelled due to the cold snap AFC are raring to go with their first game of the New Year when they take on Pontefract Collieries at the Welfare Ground on Saturday (Kick Off 3.00pm). 

Much of the snow has now cleared at the ground but the club are leaving nothing to chance and have arranged a working party for thursday morning (10.00am start) to ensure that the remaining snow is cleared and the pitch is playable for the game.  Manager Ian Banks and his assistant Grant Crookes will be there along with a number of players and the comittee are hoping that they will be assisted by fans of the club too.

Crookes said:  "The pitch is 75% clear, but I will be up there with Banger helping to remover the last remaining snow.  Then the players who can make it up there will have a light training session and go through some tactics for Saturdays game".

Third placed Emley will be aiming to keep up the pressure on leaders Staveley ahead of their crunch meeting next Saturday whilst Pontefract are also enjoying a good run of form which has propelled them up the table to 5th place after making a slow start to the campaign.

Bank's has an unchanged squad with the exception of Anthony Leech who is unavailable but Lee Hill comes back into the reckoning after missing the victory at Askern two weeks ago.

Squad:
Clark, Joice, Wright (S), Stuart, Townsend, Marsh, Hazelden, Ingham, Scully, Amos, Hill, Wilkinson, Kenworthy, Garside.

19/12/09
Match Off... Definitely (2.15pm)
Todays match has now been postponed by the match referee who was unhappy with the snow on the playing surface.  This decision over rules the opinions of other refs who have visited the ground today. 

Apologies on behalf of all at the club to the spectators who have made the trip to the Welfare Ground today.  This decision was entirely out of our control.

19/12/09
Todays Match is On!
Todays game is on after a pitch inspection at 11.00.  Ray Chappel has cleared the lines and the pitch has a light covering of snow but it has been passed fit by a local referee!

16/12/09
Banks signs up Wright
AFC Emley manager Ian Banks has moved to strengthen his squad which has recently been depleted by injury, work comitments and the departure of Josh Nodder and Mark Brady. 

Simon Wright signed for the club last night and joins from NCEL Premier leaders Rainworth MW.  He was an integral part in Rainworths promotion campaign last season after joining on loan from Glapwell.  After signing for them at the start of this season Wright has found his chances limited in a side that has gone from strength to strength. 

Wright is a left sided player and can operate both in midfield and full back.  He has previous experience with Wakefield FC and played alongside Steve Kenworthy, Marc Townsend and Max Joice so Banks is expecting him to fit straight into the side.

He commented: "I have been busy again trying to improve the squad, it is coming up to Xmas and I have had a few busy with work commitments, we cannot afford to let up now and every game is vital.  Rainworth manager Rudy Funk, has been very kind and he is letting me sign Simon. There maybe another player from the same club this week also, I am very grateful to him".

Wright is likely to go straight into the squad for Saturday's fixture with Yorkshire Amateur.

16/12/09
Brighouse Fixture Re-arranged
Emley's NCEL League Cup 3rd Round tie with Brighouse Town has been put back a week to Wednesday 20th January in order to accommodate Huddersfield Town Reserves who are scheduled to play at the Welfare Ground on the 13th January.

16/12/09
Reserve Team Game Postponed
Tonights reserve team game with Morley Town has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch after a referee's pitch inspection this morning.  We will keep the website updated with news on Saturdays first team fixture with Yorkshire Amateur.

15/12/09
Askern Villa 1-4 AFC Emley
Emley put in another hugely impressive performance with a 4-1 victory at Askern Villa.  This was a repeat of the scoreline when the two sides met back in August but the performance was arguably better. 

Despite a poor playing surface Emley stuck to their passing game and took the game straight to their opponents.  Max Joice was once again outstanding and put Emley into the lead on 10 minutes finishing a great piece of team play with a confident finish inside the box. 

Martin Scully doubled the lead on 17 minutes once again with a well taken strike that left the Askern keeper with no chance.  3 minutes later the game was out of reach when Marc Townsend scored the goal of the game with a rocket of a shot from the edge of the penalty area just moments after Craig Marsh had hit the bar with a header.

Askern finally came into the game towards the end of the half forcing a couple of good saves out of Mick Clark but the score remained 3-0 to the visitors. 

Emley started the second half as they had done the first and were soon  4-0 up after Mark Stuart chipped the keeper from outside the box after he had come off his line to deny Josh Ingham.  Askern crept back into the game as Emley took looked to consolidate their lead and grabbed a consolation goal on 67 minutes.  

The result moves Emley back up into 3rd position in the NCEL Division 1  and they will be looking to continue this winning form when they take on Yorkshire Amateur on Saturday at the Welfare Ground (Kick Off 3.00pm).


Emley's reserve team are in action on Wednesday eveing at the Welfare Ground when they take on Morley Town.  Kick off is at 7.30pm but the game is subject to a lunchtime pitch inspection.

14/12/09
Askern Villa v AFC Emley - Tuesday 15th December 7.45pm

AFC Emley travel to Askern Villa on Tuesday evening (kick off 7.45pm) hoping to keep their promotion challenge on track. 

The two sides have met twice this season Emley coming out on top with a 4-1 win in the league and a 2-1 victory in the Presidents Cup.  Askern were tipped by many to threaten the promotion places but have suffered for form recently suffering 4 defeats on the trot.  They turned this around on Saturday with a 5-1 victory over Barton Town OB whilst Emley have been without a game since beating Brighouse last weekend.

Emley manager Ian Banks includes 3 reserve teamers in his squad to cover for injuries and work commitments.  Lee Hill and Gav Armitage are both unavailable and Craig Wilkinson is suffering from a back injury.

Coming into the side are Gaz Garside and Nicky Reid who have both impressed in the reserves this season.  Goalkeeper Jordan Robinson will also travel to the game as cover form Mick Clark who suffered an injury to his elbow against Brighouse last week. 

Squad:
Clark, Joice, Leech, Marsh, Hazelden, Scully, Townsend, Stuart, Ingham, Amos, Kenworthy, Garside, Reid, Robinson.

Supporters are advised to check our website, forum or facebook site to check that fixture will be taking place before travelling due to the weather conditions of the last few days.

09/12/09
Reserves Go Top
AFC Emley's second string moved to the top of the table with a 2-1 home victory over Golcar United Res.  Gavin Armitage scored both of Emley's goals and has now notched 9 goals this season.

Darren Hepworth's men are in action next Wednesday evening again at the Welfare Ground when they entertain Morley Town.  Kick off is 7.30pm.  See the reserves section on this website for an updated table and the latest fixtures to be announced.

09/12/09
Grimsby Borough Match Off
Tonights game with Grimsby Borough has been cancelled due to a waterlogged pitch at their landlords Brigg Town's ground.  Our next first team fixture is away at Askern Villa next Tuesday. 

The reserves are in action tonight at home against Golcar United Reserves.  Kick off is at 7.30pm. Admission is free but hot and cold drinks are available at the Sports Bar.

08/12/09
Grimsby Borough v AFC Emley - Wednesday 7.45pm

AFC Emley are back in league action on Wednesday evening when they visit Grimsby Borough (Kick Off 7.45pm).  Manager Ian Banks will be hoping that his side can build upon their impressive 2-1 victory over Brighouse at the weekend. 

05/12/09
AFC Emley 2-1 Brighouse Town
Emley recorded a vital victory over promotion rivals Brighouse in an absorbing local derby.   The result takes Emley up to second place and underlines their promotion ambitions.
The first half was played at a good pace with sides obviously revved up by their respective managers.  The home side had the better of the play in the first half with Lee Hill going closest to breaking the deadlock when he hit the bar from 5 yards out.  

Brighouse took the lead early in the first half as the prolific Danny Toronzcak capitalised on a defensive slip to head home.  Emley showed great character and fought back with Mark Stuart curling a fine shot into the top corner of the goals from the edge of the box.

Marc Townsend put in a typical battling performance and almost grabbed a second goal when he slotted a well placed shot past the Brighouse keeper only to see it bounce agonisingly back into play of the inside of the post.  He created the winning goal however with a stunning shot from 30 yards out which rattled the underside of the crossbar with the keeper well beaten.  Emley were not to be outdone by the woodwork this time as captain Steve Kenworthy stabbed home the rebound.

A well earned 3 points for Emley who now must now start to replicate their home form in away games too.  This starts on wednesday evening when they travel to Grimsby Town.

Todays Results:

28/11/09
Brighouse Game Postponed
Today's crunch game at Brighouse Town has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch caused by this mornings snowfall.  Further details about the re-arranged fixture will be posted as soon as we have them.

Click here for Reserves Fixtures

24/11/09
Selby Town 5 - 0 AFC Emley
Emley crashed out of the Presidents cup with a heavy defeat at NCEL Premier side Selby Town.  The visitors made things easy for their higher level opponents allowing them two easy goals in the first half.  Selby got a third early in the second half to kill the game off.  They then added two more late on past substitute keeper Robinson.

Ian Banks will be looking for a stronger showing from his side in Saturday's league trip to local rivals Brighouse Town.  A win is vital in this game as Emley look to maintain their challenge for promotion.
 

23/11/09
Selby Town v AFC Emley
Match Preview - Tuesday 24th November 7.45pm
Weather permitting Emley will attempt to take on Selby Town the the NCEL Presidents Cup second round on Tuesday evening.  The game is rearranged from last Tuesday when a waterlogged pitch forced the game to be cancelled.  We will keep the website and forum updated tomorrow as soon as we know any news on how the pitch is looking.

Emley manager Ian Banks is without influential midfielder Josh Wright who suffered ankle ligament damage on Saturday against Glasshoughton - he is likely to be out of action for two months.  Lee Hill is rested after straining his neck in the warm up before Saturday's game.

Jordan Robinson the reserve team goalkeeper is named in the sqaud as is winger Gavin Armitage.

Squad:
Clark, Ingham, Leech, Marsh, Brady, Stuart, Townsend, Scully, Wilkinson, Kenworthy, Amos, Armitage, Joice, Robinson, Hazelden.

17/11/09
Selby Game Postponed
Tonights Presidents Cup Tie with Selby Town has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.  Details of the rescheduled date will be published when we have them.

12/10/09
Tadcaster Albion v AFC Emley - Match Preview
Saturday 14th November - Kick Off 3.00pm
Third placed Emley will be looking to overtake their hosts and league leaders Tadcaster Albion when the two sides meet in Saturday’s NCEL Division One clash (Kick Off 3.00pm).  Manager Ian Banks is set to bring Sean Hazelden and Max Joice back into the starting line up. 

Tadcaster are two points above Emley who are currently in third place. Banks will be looking to extend his sides fine run of form after defeating Unibond Premier side Worksop Town on Wednesday evening.  Albion will provide tough opposition though having lost just one league game this season.

Banks sticks with the squad that did him proud on Wednesday with Joice likely to regain his place in the starting line up with Josh Ingham making way at full back.  Hill will move into midfield to allow Sean Hazelden to play at centre half with Mark Brady dropping to the bench.  Also in his squad is full back Martin Scully who has just signed from Worsbrough Bridge.Squad:
Clark, Joice, Leech, Marsh, Hazelden, Townsend, Wright, Stuart, Hill, Kenworthy, Amos.

Subs (from):
Ingham, Wilkinson, Scully, Brady.

Rawdon Old Boys  v AFC Emley Reserves - Kick Off 2.00pm
Emley's second string take on bottom club Rawdon as they aim to return to the top of the WRCAL second division.  Manager Darren Hepworth is not taking the fixture lightly and had coach Nicky Bramald putting the squad through their paces on Wednesday evening with testing run up to the television mast and back before allowing them to watch the first team defeat Worksop.

11/11/09
Peter Maude
We are sad to hear that Peter Maude, president of Wakefield FC passed away yesterday.  Peter was the driving force behind the success of the old Emley AFC club and instrumental in the success of the club in the 1980's and 90's.  Peter remained in his role as president as the club relocated to Wakefield and eventually became Wakefield FC.  Peter was a popular and well respected business man outside of the footballing world.  He will be remembered as a true gentleman and sadly missed by his many friends.  Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time and he will never be forgotton by Emley football fans.  RIP.

Hemsworth MW v AFC Emley 31.10.09

Steve Kenworthy

Steve Kenworthy v Rossington Main

15/10/09
Irish at the Welfare Ground This Sunday
Huddersfield Irish Centre FC are back at the Welfare Ground this season for the FA Sunday Carlsberg Cup. The prestigous National competition is made up of the countries top sunday sides who are all dreaming of a final place at Anfield in April. Irish Centre, managed by ex Emley player Paul Quinn, made it to the Quarter Final of the competition last season narrowly losing to eventual winners Scots Grey from Nottingham. Irish Centre's impressive run included a last 16 win against Telford based Bulls Head at the Welfare Ground in February.

The opening round has seen Irish Centre drawn against Chapeltown Brazil, who will make the short trip from Leeds, on Sunday 18th October for a 2pm kick-off.

Please come along and support Huddersfield Irish Centre FC for the game and of course AFC Emley by having a drink in the clubhouse before and after the game!! Admission £3 adults £1 concessions.

15/10/09
Worksop Tie Switched to Welfare Ground
Emley's Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup tie at Worksop Town has now been switched to the Welfare Ground.  The fixture is set to be played on Wednesday 11th September with a 7.45pm kick off.

Worksop are currently forced to play their home fixtures at Ilkeston Town which is outside of the Sheffield & Hallamshire FA jurisdiction.  As previously reported they have suffered financial problems recently with the FA imposing a transfer embargo on them - this has now been lifted as the club look to be turning things around.  They are currently 10th in the Unibond Premier League.

15/10/09
December Fixture Changes
The NCEL have changed the fixture schedules for in December allowing clubs to contest a number of local derbies.  As a result Emley now have a local derby v Worsbrough Bridge on Boxing Day. This fixture has been brought forward from the 2nd of January.

We now travel to Askern on 15th December instead of Boxing Day.

Worsbrough have just appointed Micky Norbury (a familiar name for Emley FC fans) as their new manager. A great centre forward in his day but let down so often by his discipline.

08/10/09
Emley v Leeds Carnegie FC - Match Preview
Emley entertain Leeds Carnegie at the Welfare Ground on Saturday (3.00pm kick off) in a crunch NCEL Division One clash.  The two sides occupy fourth and fifth places and are level on 13 points with Emley ahead by virtue of a stronger goal difference.  Both sides have a reputation for playing attractive attacking football and the game promises to be an exciting affair.

Emley manager Ian Banks will be boosted by having a stronger squad of players to pick fromn with only Simeon Fletcher and long term casualties Dean Sidebottom and Matt Higginbottom out of the reckoning. 

Mick Clark, Max Joice, Mark Brady and Josh Nodder return to the side after missing Wednesdays victory over Yorkshire Main.  Lee Hill is expected to start after suffering from a bout of tonsilitis and is likely to partner Steve Kenworthy up front.

Squad:  Clark, Joice, Leech, Townsend, Marsh, Hazelden, Gage, Brady, Kenworthy, Hill, Nodder.  

Subs From:  Stuart, Ingham, Firth, Amos, Armitage.


 

08/10/09
Emley to face Tigers in Sheffield Cup
Emley have a tough away fixture against Unibond Premier side Worksop Town in the Sheffield and Hallamshire Cup.  Emley earned their place in the second round with a 3-0 victory over Yorkshire Main whilst the Tigers were given a bye on account of their higher league status.

The match is to be played in the week beginning 14/11/09 - date and time to be confirmed.  Worksop have endured a turbulent couple of seasons and having been evicted from their Sandy Lane ground two years ago they currently groundshare with Ilkeston Town.  They are currently in 17th place in the Unibond Premier division and have recently been the subject of a transfer embargo by the FA due to wages not been payed to a former player.  

Further details on this fixture will be posted as soon as we have them.
  

07/10/09
Emley Progress in Sheffield Cup
AFC Emley progressed to the second round of the Sheffield and Hallamshire Senior Cup with a 3-0 victory over Yorkshire Main.  The home side took the lead on 18 minutes when Marc Townsend fired home from 12 yards after good work by Steve Kenworthy.  Despite creating a number of chances they were unable to extend their lead until midway through the second half when Lee Hill scored to make it 2-0.  Emley's third came close to full time when Steve Kenworthy slotted home from close range.  

Visitors Main gave a good account of themselves playing good football and putting Emley under pressure but Jordan Robinson making his first team debut as keeper gave a good account of himself and kept a clean sheet.

Emley are in back in league action on Saturday (3.00pm) when they entertain 5th placed Leeds Carnegie.

23/09/09
Emley Back To Winning Ways
AFC Emley bounced back from the disapointment of defeat in the FA Vase with a 2-1 home victory over Askern Villa in the NCEL Presidents Cup.  Emleys goals came from debutant Craig Marsh and Jamie Clayton.  Their reward for todays victory is a trip to NCEL Premier Division side Selby Town.  See match reports page for full report.

19/09/09
Emley suffer injury time defeat
Emley crashed out of the FA Vase to a goal deep into injury time to higher level opponents Alsager.  Despite dominated the early exchanges of the game Emley went in a goal down at half time.  They bounced back quickly in the second half with goals from Lee Hill and Steven Kenworthy.  With about 15 minutes to go strong appeals for hand ball were turned down when Josh Nodders goalbound shot was deflected away by an Alsager defender.   This appeared to knock Emley's confidence and the visitors responded with a goal direct from a free kick which the home defence will be disapointed to have conceeded and a well taken header in injury time.

19/09/09
Reserves Hit 6 at Kirkburton
Emley's second string recorded a convincing 0-6 win at Kirkburton today and according to manager Darren Hepworth it could have easily been by a wider margin.  Emley's goals came from Matt Neesam (2), Kane Bowker (2), Ben Dunne and Richard Hirst.

The teams line up with the trophy before kick off

13/09/09
"Sudders" Charity Match Team News
AFC Emley Manager Ian Banks is set to name a strong squad for Monday night's charity game against the Huddersfield District League XI.  Emley have suffered defeats at Bottesford and Worsbrough in their last two fixtures and will be looking to regain some form before Saturdays crunch FA Vase fixture v Alsager Town.

Banks is without Max Joice who picked up an ankle injury whilst playing for the reserves and midfielders Dean Sidebottom and Marc Townsend who are unavailable. 

Coming into the squad is Craig Marsh, a central defender recently signed from Thackley who has previously been on the books of Sheffield FC and Goole Town.  Also getting a first start is Alex Thomas who has impressed in the reserves.  Banks has also hinted that he may take to the field at some point during the game and has named himself on the substitutes bench.

Squad:
Clarke, Gage, Leech, Marsh, Hazelden, Hill, Stuart, Thomas, Kenworthy, Amos, Armitage.
Subs:
Banks, Ingham, Greene, Fletcher, Robinson.

10/09/09
AFC Emley v Huddersfield & District League XI
Huddersfield FA Charity Cup - Monday 14th September 7.45pm
At the Welfare Ground, Emley

All proceeds from the fixture will be donated to "Sign up for Sudders" - a campaign to educate the young adults on Bone Marrow, Blood and Organ Donation.

The campaign was set up by Adrian Sudbury - an inspirational young journalist for the Huddersfield Examiner - who documented his long fight against Leukaemia in an online blog. "Sudders" sadly lost this battle just over a year ago but not before launching an incredible media campaign to raise awareness for the disease and the importance of the disease.

The campaign now continues to be overseen by Adrian's family and former colleagues.

Emley manager Ian Banks intends to put out a strong side against Jimmy Martins XI which will showcase the best of the Huddersfield & District Leagues talent.

Special guests attending the game will be Adrians sister Carrie and Huddersfield Town Legend Andy Booth.

Fans of all clubs are invited to what promises to be a great night. A collectors programme is being issued for the game.

Should any individual or club wish to make a donation to the fund please contact Richard Hazelden at AFC Emley or email me on robdixon@wmsykes.co.uk.

Many thanks.

09/09/09
Emley Slump at Worsbrough
Emley slumped to a heavy 5-2 defeat at Worsbrough Bridge in the Wilkinson Sword Trophy last night.  Manager Ian Banks fielded a weakened side as Emley made their second visit to Worsbrough in a week. 

Dean Sidebottom put Emley ahead in the 9th minute but Bridge fought back and went in 3-1 up at half time with goals from Hirst, Pollock and Shirt.  They extended their lead on 68 minutes with a Garside penalty and Anthony Leech saw red for a hand ball on the goal line. 

Emley finished the game with just nine men on the pitch as Richard Hirst limped off injured.  Worsbrough then added a fifth goal through Ogden in the dying minutes of the game.

Emley will look to improve on this performance in their big FA Vase fixture against Alsager Town a week on Saturday.  Before that they face a charity fixture against a Huddersfield and District League XI on Monday (7.45pm kick off).

05/09/09
Alsager confirmed as Vase opponents
Emley will face Alsager Town in the Second Qualifying round of the FA Vase after the Vodkat North West Counties side defeated Ashton Athletic this afternoon.

The Staffordshire based side are currently next to bottom in the Premier Division of the NWCFL.  Emley have already faced one of their league rivals this season in the shape of Runcorn Linetts.  

The fixture will take place on Saturday 19th September at the Welfare Ground (Kick off 3.00pm).

05/09/09
Emley suffer first league defeat
Emley were unable to build on their recent run of good form and slumped to a disapointing 1-0 defeat at Bottesford.  Emley were rocked by the withdrawal of Matt Higginbottom (flu), Jordan Kenefick (injured) and Mick Amos (family bereavement) this morning added to Max Joice, Dean Sidebottom and Gav Armitage who were already unavailable.

Emley made a poor start to the game and went in a goal behind at half time.  They put in a much improved performance in the second half with Steve Kenworthy the biggest threat - Bottesford stayed firm and left Emley frustrated. 

05/09/09
Bottesford Town v AFC Emley Match Preview
Emley travel to Scunthorpe based Bottesford Town this afternoon (kick off 3.00pm) looking for a fourth consecutive league victory and the chance to draw level on points with early leaders Tadcaster Albion. 

Emley manager Ian Banks is once again forced to re-shuffle his pack with Max Joice, Dean Sidebottom, Josh Ingham and Gavin Armitage all unavailable.  Joe Howson and Ollie Gage are now both fit slot straight back into the starting line up.  Anthony Leech steps up from the bench and is likely to figure in midfield.

Up front Banks sticks with Micky Amos and captain Steven Kenworthy who will be looking to extend his run of scoring which has seen him net 8 goals in 5 games.

Squad:
Clark, Howson, Greene, Higginbottom, Hazelden, Leech, Townsend, Gage, Hill, Kenworthy, Amos.
Subs:
Kenefick, Stuart, Nodder.

Directions:

Take the M 62 East from West Yorkshire and leave at Junction 18 to join the M 18.  Leave the M 18 at Junction 5 and join the M 180 signposted Scunthorpe. Exit M180 at Junction 3 and join the M181 towards Scunthorpe. At the end of the motorway follow the signs towards Scunthorpe on the A18 (Scunthorpe United’s ground will be on your right).

01/09/09
Emley Up To 2nd Place As Sidebottom Shines
Emley recorded a convincing win over their local rivals Worsbrough to make it 3 wins in 3 games and move them up to second in the league table. Not a classic performance for Emley but once again they looked sharp up front and disciplined at the back.

Emley took the lead through a stunning free kick by Dean Sidebottom from about 25 yards out about 2 minutes into the garme. Sidebottom then doubled the lead the lead with another audacious free kick - this time approximately 35 yards out to put Emley 2 up at half time.

Sidebottom missed the chance to record a hat trick when the 'Bridge keeper saved from the penalty spot. He made ammends for his miss soon after putting in a perfect cross for skipper Steve Kenworthy to dive in and notch his 8th goal in just 5 games.

Worsbrough were restricted to very few chances but Emleys keeper Mick Clarke was forced to make a tremendous save from a first time shot after he had punched out a corner.

Emley travel to Bottesford Town on Saturday hoping to continue what is becoming an impressive run of form.

Kenworthy grabs Emley's first goal

26/08/09
Kenworthy hits Four as Askern are swept aside
Emley produced a stunning performance against the much fancied Askern with captain Steven Kenworthy grabbing all four goals for Emley.

Askern took the lead within the first 3 minutes of the game with a well worked goal that tore the Emley defence apart. Emley bounced back quickly as Kenworthy slid the ball past Askerns keeper on the edge of the box after a great through ball from Dean Sidebottom. Both sides had chances throughout the remainder of the half but the score remained 1-1.

Emley were quick out of the blocks in the second half as Kenworthy curled a stunning strike into the top corner from the edge of the box. A third goal followed soon after as Kenworthy squeezed the ball home between the keeper and the post after a Sidebottom free kick.

Kenworthy wrapped up the scoring midway through the second half from close range.

The result moves Emley up to 3rd place in the league behind Tadcaster and Appleby Froddingham who both have maximum points from their 3 games. Emley of course have a game in hand.

19/08/09
Emley Progress In Cup
Emley put in a solid display to beat Hemsworth MW 2-0 to ensure that they progressed past the first round of the NCEL league cup for the first time in their history. 

Emley's first came after half an hour when Anthony Leech curled a shot over the Hemsworth Keeper with two Hemsworth defenders on the line captain Steven Kenworthy forced the ball home.

Emleys second came just after the break when Mick Amos who had a solid game partnering Kenworthy up front slotted a beautifully placed shot past the Hemsworth keeper.

An encouranging performance which will set us up nicely for the visit of Askern Villa next week.

Match Report and photos to follow in the morning.

19/08/09
Alec Battye
Last night we recieved the sad news that one of our loyal supporters Alec Battye had passed away.  Alec suffered a stroke 2 weeks ago and had been seriously ill in Barnsley Hospital.  We send our deepest sympathies to Alec's wife and family at this very sad time. 

Alec followed Emley FC and AFC Emley for many years both home and away and his presence will be missed by his fellow fans, officials and players of the club. 

19/08/09
AFC Emley V Hemsworth MW
Emley take on Hemsworth MW in the NCEL league cup tonight at the Welfare Ground.  Emley manager Ian Banks is hoping that Emley can bounce back from their 4-1 defeat at Runcorn on Saturday with a better defensive performance.

Hemsworth come into the game on the back of a heavy 0-6 reversal against Hallam, albeit in a friendly game. 

Last season when the two clubs met in the league Emley enjoyed a 1-0 victory at Hemsworth (Andy Farrell was the scorer), this was followed up by a 1-1 draw at home with Steve Kenworthy getting Emleys goal.

Banks keeps faith in his squad from Saturdays game in the hope that they can reproduce the form that brought them a stunning 6 - 3 victory in the opening game of the season against Grimsby Borough.

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