Eurologo (Wales) Ltd. of Bridgend are the suppliers of the kit to be worn by Wales Veterans representative sides this season. Matches will be held against Cardiff City Veterans, England Over 40s and Over 45s and teams will compete in the International over 50s and over 55s tournament.
For further details ring 01656 659424 or to visit their website
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Monmouth 6 a side
Monmouth Town are running a Vets 6 a side competition on Sunday 6th September 2009.
Any team wishing to enter should contact Robin Pick at rjp1971@live.co.uk
Tony Willcox
Memorial Match
Cwmbran Town want to hear from all former players and back-room staff who served under the late Tony Willcox, who managed the club for 12 years before his death in 2003.
A Crows select side will face a Barry Town X1 at Cwmbran Stadium on Monday, August 3 in a memorial match for Willcox, who also played for and managed the Jenner Park outfit.
Any ex-player or back-room staff member wishing to be involved in the game should contact secretary Ian Greaney on 07930142391 or chairman Carolynn Purcell on 07727 198300.
All proceeds from this memorial match will be going to a charity chosen by Tony’s wife.
Application forms for the season 2009/10 are being sent out in the next few days to current member clubs and those who have shown an interest in joining. Completed forms, together with your cheque payable to “Wales Veterans League”, must be returned by 31st July. It looks likely that we will have both Over 40 and Over 45 leagues this year. Fixtures will be drawn up and matches will start in September.
Any questions ring
02920 311598
02920 311598
Honours even at Bisham Abbey
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Over 55’s -
Over 55’s -
Wales Veterans Over 50’s and Over 55’s put up a great performance at Bisham Abbey in Berkshire
but returned home without the trophy put up by the home side.The over 50’s, led by Jim Edwards of Mathern, survived a terrific first 15 minutes by the England side and did well to reach half time with the scoresheet blank. Mike Dowler in the Welsh goal was very solid and Peter Farmer, Glyn Bassett, Brian Gullett and Jim Edwards proved a defiant back four. The English boys played some attractive football but lacked punch up front and Wales gradually got back into the game with Mike Bobbett, Nigel Goodridge, Steve Hold and Mike Blackaby looking more threatening but they lost Geoff Evans with a nasty injury. Front runners Stuart Evans and Howie Beynon were unable to get strikes on goal and Manager Edwards rang the changes with Mark Neal, Roger Broome, John Phillips and Roy Dolphin coming on to add a much needed freshness to the team. Just when it seemed the game would fizzle out to a goalless draw, England’s Michael Burles produced some great skill for a big man when he turned on a sixpence, looked up and picked out Kerri Nimmons (pictured above right) in the penalty area. Great though the pass was, Nimmons had to show skill and agility to volley the ball past Stuart Williams who had replaced Mike Dowler in the Welsh goal. The goal stunned the Welsh side but try as they might they could not peg back the home side who ran out worthy winners.
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t was up to Vic Carpenter’s Over 55’s to restore some pride for Wales and they started well with the experienced strike force of Paul Caviel and Jeff Griths being well supported by Bryntirion’s Peter Morgan. Despite their territorial advantage it was England who could have taken a shock lead but the chance was missed. John Convery was showing his class despite his 64 years and he was well supported by goalkeeper Rob Poyner, Frank Terrell, Phil Pritchard and Paul Fisher. Mike Williams, Kevin Madgwick, Andree Birt and Phil ‘The Tank’ Preene began to dominate in midfield but Wales could not get that elusive first goal. Manager Carpenter held himself back but sent on Fred Beach and Tony Jones to support Welsh captain Dicky Batt who was having an outstanding game. The moves paid dividends and Peter Morgan, who had proved a constant threat, swivelled in the box to hammer home Steve Hold’s corner and then followed up with an amazing goal when he beat five or six or seven defenders in a mazy run and drove home from 20 yards. This goal was enough to win him the man of the match award (see picture above) but England were not finished and Phil Pritchard was unfortunate to deflect a shot past his own ‘keeper but Wales held on to get a win they probably deserved. The day was a great success and the thanks of the Welsh contingent go to their hosts and Michael Burles in particular. Wales will hope to win the cup when England travel to Wales in September but will not find it easy to defeat their determined opponents.
A great weekend and a credit to Veterans football on both sides of the border.
Pictures English click here ..... Welsh click here ..... Fred Beach’s pics
Pictures English click here ..... Welsh click here ..... Fred Beach’s pics
Wales Over 50’s Veterans team that played at Bisham Abbey
Wales’ oldest player
- John Convery
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Michael Burles
England
England
England and Wales Over 55s celebrate a great game
Bryntirion 1 Llantrisant 0
The Over 45’s Cup Final was played in very hot conditions and both teams looked to conserve energy in the first 20 minutes. Llantrisant had an early chance when Wayne Harding crossed from the left but in the 27th minute after a short free kick was laid off to him, Andrew Radford cracked home a scorcher which gave Mark Mayes in the Llantrisant goal no chance. Jeff White had a chance to increase the lead but couldn’t control the cross. Llantrisant captain Robbie Ryan went close but his shot was deflected for a corner. Llantrisant pressed for an equaliser early in the second half but Pepe Mele wanted too much time and Wayne Harding and Mike Bobbett both headed wide when it seemed easier to score. Bryntirion could have put the game beyond Llantrisant but Jeff White was adjudged offside after he headed in at the far post. Bryntirion played out time to win a second trophy following last year’s Champions Cup win but both teams were a credit to the League in a game that was played in an excellent spirit and was well refereed by Paul Walters. 
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Leading Goalscorers | ||
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Player |
Club |
Goals |
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Lee Brown |
Rhondda Vets |
17 |
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John Wile |
Bryntirion |
15 |
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Neil Williams |
Dafen Welfare |
10 |
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Richard Gay |
Swansea Vets |
9 |
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Paul Sanderson |
Taffs Well |
8 |
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Mick Williams |
AFC Llwydcoed |
8 |
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Howie Beynon |
Aneurin Labour |
8 |
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Neil Minett |
Merthyr Vets |
8 |
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We have obtained 2 sets of kit for use in Representative and Charity games thanks to sponsorship from
Uniform2Go
and Mid Glamorgan Provisions Ltd.
The sets of kit have been supplied by Dave Staple of Eurologo (Bridgend).
Uniform2Go
and Mid Glamorgan Provisions Ltd.
The sets of kit have been supplied by Dave Staple of Eurologo (Bridgend).
Many thanks to Mr Emlyn Phillips and Mr Vic Carpenter of Bryntirion FC for their help in getting this sponsorship.
