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(if you would like to check out the real tonbridge angels, www.tonbridgeangels.co.uk, they are a real team one divison below the blue square south, they are my local team and every player that i have at my squad is real and not created using editor, i only used editor to place tonbridge into the blue square south divison.)
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Tonbridge Angels
2008/2009 Season
June 1st 2008 - (The Courier) Warrilow leaves Angels in the dumps.
Tommy Warrilow has today announced that he has left the helm at Tonbridge to manage established Blue Square South side Braintree. This comes just months after the former boss steared his team to the Blue Square South Divison after winning the 2007/2008 Ryman Isthmian playoffs in a 3-2 thriller against rivals Maidstone. Warrilow stated that whilst his heart will always belong to the people of Tonbridge his mind was somewhere else. Angels fans are lining a possible return for Neil Emblen who used to play for the club as a youngster. Neil Emblen is well known for his 115 appearances in a Wolverhampton shirt. Neils brother Paul Emblen who of course is a coach at Tonbridge said that he would welcome his brother with open arms, should he decide to join as the gaffer.
June 14th 2008 - (Kent and Sussex Weekly) Forget Emblen WE WANT HODGSON
Angels fans today are excited at the prospect of ex player and now Premiership manager Roy Hodgson taking the helm after he was quoted in an interview saying "It would certainly be a great challenge to go back to my former club and try to stear them up". This of course comes just after 1 week since Neil Emblen turned down the oppotunity to work alongside his brother at the Betterview stadium. Fulham fans will certainly be hoping that there wonder manager doesn't leave them in the dirt for a team 6 divisions below them.
June 26th 2008 - (The Courier) Out Of Ideas
Unfortunatly for the barmy army Hodgson has put things into perspective for the club by stating that "whilst managing Angels would be a great challenge it is not something that i personal am looking to take on" This has left Angel fans demanding that chairman Nick Sullivan makes a decision soon in regards to who will be taking the helm at the Betterview for the 2008/2009 campaign. With Angels gearing up for their toughest season in the clubs history one things for sure, they need a miracle worker.
July 1st 2008 - (The Courier) Hodgson > Emblen > O'Connor
Leeum O'Connor was today un-veiled as the new gaffer in charge at the Betterview stadium. Whilst Angels are keeping it close to home with O'Connor having played for Tonbridge Angels as a youth, the barmy army were expecting a manager with a higher reputation after being linked with two bigger names before O'Connor. The fans have agreed to give O'Connor until christmas to sway their opinions. O'Connor today gave a brief press conference where he kept it short and sweet, his closing message of "I am here to win games, not respect" has kept everyone in somewhat of a buzz for the 2008/2009 season.
July 8th 2008 - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels today have announced a link with Queens Park Rangers of the Championship.This partner ship will ensure that the Queens Park youth are given first team expierence, Queens Park will hold an annual friendly with Tonbridge in July of each season and will pay them a fee of 13k per year. Angels manager O'Connor has said that the link is a great chance to showcase some of Englands best young talent in the lower divisons. The question on everyones lips is who will O'Connor bring in. With all money from the club being transfered to the depleted wage which is is the minus one thing is for certain, there will be no money for the new manager to spend.
July 12th - (Kent and Sussex weekly) Angels secure one year loan deal for Joseph Oastler
Qpr youngster Joseph Oastler was the first to arrive from the Championship side, the 18 year old full back was snapped up at the age of 16 by Portsmouth and has since joined Queens Park this season. Oastler has instantly been sent out on a year long loan spell to the Blue Square South side to gain more first team experience.
(Sorry for the long break)
Febuary 18th - (The Courier) It's All Gone Bannanas!
Tonbridge Angels manager Leeum O'Connor today recieved malicious abuse from his fans as they moved into the bottom 3 of the table after a 1-1 draw with bottom of the league Welling. The barmy army struck O'Connor repeatedly with bannanas as he walked out of the ground after todays Blue Square South fixture. Angels went behind after just 7 minutes when defender Gavin Dayes was gifted a free header to stear his side into the lead. Jamie Cade went close just 2 minutes later but could only watch his shot rebound off of both posts before it was cleared. Whilst Angels were much on top of the game in the first half they couldn't turn that dominance into goals. After coming out of the tunnel for the second half Tonbridge seemed to have taken their foot of of the pedal and were nearly punished for it when Parkinsons header clipped the top of the cross bar. Jamie Cade rounded 2 Welling players to move one on one with the keeper only to be brought down. Anthony Storey stepped up to take the spot kick and slotted it into the bottom corner. Angels will now travel to the Crabble Athletic ground to face 2nd placed high flying rivals Dover.
Febuary 20th - (KMFM)
In other news today Tonbridge Angels have announced that they have broken their link with Queens Park Rangers after a new parent club was found by chairman Nick Sullivan. Angels now find them selves allied with Tottenham Hotspur of the English Premier League. This moved has appeared to un-settled Mr.O'Connor as now Oastler who has been performing fantastically for Angels will now have his loan terminated. Tottenham will pay an annual fee of 12k to Tonbridge.
Febuary 22nd - (The Courier) 10 Men Angels Punished By Relentless Dover
A sending off in the 18th minute for striker Jamie Cade cost Angels dearly today as they slumped to a 3-0 defeat. Cade was shown a straight red after a reckless two footed tackle on Dover captain Dean Hill. Frannie Collin opend the scoring for the home side after a ball over the top cut the caught out Tonbridge and allowed him to go one on one with Lee Worgan. Adam Birchall scored a stunning effort from outside the box to take the score to 2-0. Collin then doubled his tally 5 minutes later when a mistimed clearance from Lewis Hamilton left Angels red faced. This loss puts Angels into 21st position with the fans calling for the managers head. O'Connor spoke out today against the fans saying "Angels have just been promoted to the divison, i had no money to spend, hardly any attraction to the big players, for the first time since August we have moved into the bottom 3 and i get abused for it? Utterly Ridiculous."
Febuary 23rd - (West Kent and Sussex Weekly) Mtandari Joins Angels.
Tottenham youth Takura Mtandari has joined Tonbridge on loan for the remainder of the campaign. Mtandari has been brought it to replace Oastler at full back for the club. We understand the un-capped 19 year old is looking forward to playing competative football and to try to save Angels from relegation. With only 5 months left on his contract manager Leeum O'Connor has began to open up discussion over a possible permanent move come July.
March 1st 2009 - (The Courier) Sorry Angels Lose Again
Controversy surround todays clash between Braintree and Tonbridge. Angels took the lead through Anthony Storey drilled shot taking a deflection to wrong foot keeper Nick Morgan. Storey was brought down in the box a few minutes after the goal and feels he has a claim for a penalty, replays show that Storey was indeed fouled by Haverson. Referee Ian Scarr has publically apologised for his error stating "Sometimes referee's get it wrong and today i believe i was, although nothing can change that now i would look to take this time to apologise to Tonbridge as this may very well cost them their survival." Just before the break Braintree striker Hockton managed to net twice in a 2 minute salvo to put the hosts infront. Adrian Dean rounded off the goals for Braintree with a neat finish after a through ball cut open the Angels defence. Angels now find them selves bottom of the Blue Square South divison.
March 8th 2009 - (The Courier) ANGELS OFF THE BOTTOM!
Tonbridge Angels today recorded a long over due win at the Longmead Betterview stadium against deadly rivals Bromley. In a controversial twist of events following last weeks penalty claims Bromley today were denied what seemed to be a blatant penalty. Neither of the two sides could break the deadlock and it was only when Carl Rooks cross too a dodgy bounce over kepper James Dunn to gift Angels a 1-0 victory.
March 10th 2009 - (The Courier) Myall Released
Stuart Myall has today been released by manager Leeum O'Connor after the player failed to turn up to a third sucessive training session. Myall stated that he doesn't need compensation to leave the club he just see's his footballing career somewhere else. Myall 34 made 4 appearances for Angels and is now a on the free transfer list.
March 11th 2009 - (Courier) Angels Flying Form
The small town of Tonbridge is jubilant today as they watched their side beat Hampton & Richmond away from home. Captain Anthony Storey opend the scoring on the 53rd minute with a speculative effort from 25 yards out. Carl Rook slotted home in the 79th minute to seal all three points for Angels. This win takes Angels well out of the relegation zone up to 17th place. "Well the lads dug deep today and grabbed the points, this is a great day for the fans, the most important thing is to take this good form and keep it going."
March 14th 2009 - (The Courier) Angels Roll Out Another Victory.
Glory glory Tonbridge Angels was sung from the stands today as O'Connors side won yet another league fixture. "We travelled to Tonbridge to just be simply outplayed today" said manager Hippolyte. Jean-Michel Sigere netted his 10th of the season ending his goal drought on the 62nd minute. Substitute John Wescott scored in the 90th minute to grab all 3 points for the Cazaly today. "Three wins in three, i don't know who these 11 players are that are turning up every week" joked Mr.O'Connor after seing his side win their third game in a row. Angels move up one place to 16th after this latest victory.
March 22nd 2009 (The Courier) Angels brought back down to earth
Today Angels fans were thumped back down to earth at the hands of a 4-0 thrashing. Hopefull supporters travelled to Basingstoke looking for another win to extend their fine form. Stoke stuck on 11 minutes through Vasilev's poweful shot. Vasilev then doubled his and his teams tally with a fine header from a corner. Poor marking allowed David Pratt to score a well placed shot on 68 minutes. Donnely finished off the rout in injury time from a freekick. Angels move just one place and one point above the relegation zone with 8 games to go.
March 29th 2009 (The Courier) Angels Held At The Betterview
Tonbridge today were held to a draw at home against in form Dorchester. Dorcester themselves had won 5 of their last 6 games whilst Angels were looking to recover from a heavy loss. Crittenden opend the scoring for the away side with a well placed shot but shortly after Carl Rook equalised for the home side when he rounded the keeper. Angels stay a cautious one point above the relegation zone.
April 5th - (tonbridgeangels.co.uk) Red card costs Angels again!
Tonbridge made the trip to Weston Super Mare today only to walk away with 10 men and 0 points. Alistair John opend the account for the whites after beating the offside trap and chipped Lee Worgan. Shortly after Nick Davis was sent off for raising a hand to John after his provokotive celebration. Josh Llewellyn scored just before and just after the half time whistle to complete the 3-0 score line. Angels still rest above the relegation zone in 19th place.
April 7th - (tonbridgeangels.co.uk) Angels Gaffer Linked With 5 Clubs!
Manager Leeum O'Connor has been lined up by 5 different clubs to replace the managers on their way out. The club list consists of Histon, Rushden and Barrow of the Blue Square Premierleague and also Bury and Darlington of Coca-Cola League 2. Mr.O'Connor has not yet responded to these storys but has set up a press conference this weekend where he will adress this matter.
April 11th - (The Courier) Late goals sinks Angels comeback
Tonbridge Angels will be feeling the cruel taste of defeat today as a last minute goal gifted Bath the win. Bath took the lead after Lewis Hogg scored early on in the match before Klein-Davis made it 2 as half time approached. Fraser Logan scored on the 74th minute to give the home team hope. Anthony Storeys 80th minute equaliser sent the home fans into raptures as he lofted the ball over the keeper head. Un-fortunatly for the home side Bath struck in the 90th minute when Perrot latched onto a cross to scramble the ball over the line.
April 12th - (KMFM)
Growing pressure on manager Leeum O'Connor as two more team have emerged to grab his signature.The two latest sides to be interested in the Angels mans services are York and Stevenage. Whilst O'Connor has arrange a press conference for this friday many of the barmy army are calling for answers now.
April 13th - (The Courier) Angels draw as clubs future hangs in the balance
Angels have kept themselves a nail biting one point ahead of the relegation zone after a goaless draw against Weymouth. Neither side ever looked like beating the opposing goalkeeper as a solid back 4 performance from both teams forced this one into a stalemate. After the game Mr.O'Connor held a press conference regarding his future with the club. After being asked bluntly what lies ahead for Leeum O'Connor the blues gaffer only had one answer in his mind, "I love this club, i love this town, i love these fans even when all 3 don't love me, but you have to take the bad with the good, Tonbridge is my home, and it will be my home just as long as the team wants me." Angels will face a tough match against Weymouth in just 5 days time.
April 18th - (The Courier) Rooking all over the world!
Angels fans were signing and dancing until the late hours after an impressive display from striker Carl Rook put Tonbridge four point above relegation. Rook himself opend the scoring on the 21st minute with a lovely chip to beat the keeper who was in no mans land. Scorer turned provider for the second as Rooks deadly ball picked out Sigere's head to bring home all 3 points for the blues.
April 22nd - (The Courier) Angels lose as St.Albans close gap
St.Albans closed the gap between them and Angels to just 1 point today after their win. Angels fell short of a result against Eastleigh as Gillespie netted in injury time of the first half the give the home side the lead. With just 2 games left of the season, St.Albans have to play Havant & Waterlooville as well as Chelmsford one match away and one at home. Angels have to face Lewes at home and then travel to Woking on the last day of the season.
April 26th - (The Courier) Angels move into the bottom three!
Tonbridge Angels slumped to another home defeat at the hands of Lewes whilst St.Albans went on to win their home tie. Fred Forman set the tone for the visitors after scoring just 2 minutes into the game. Dan Beck finished off angels with a beautiful left footed volley. It all comes down to the last day now for Angels. They must win, and St.Albans must lose for Tonbridge to survive.
May 3rd - (The Courier) ANGELS SURVIVE!
Tonbridge Angels fans will be merry tonight as they saw their side win away from home to climb out of the bottom three after St.Albans lost 2-0 to Chelmsford. Angels trailed 1-0 after Arter netted the first goal of the day on 32 minutes. Captain Anthony Storey equalised for the away side on the stroke of half time with a well timed reaction shot as an attempted clearance fell mercy to him. Jamie Cade sent the away supporters into pandomonium when he headed home Angels second and winning goal to keep them in the Blue Square South for another season. "It is an un-believable feeling that i can't explain, when it came over my head i never expected to get the chace to score the winner but luckily the keeper parried it and i was there to pick up the seconds" said an emphatic Jamie Cade in a post match interview.
May 18th - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels today have annoucned their second feeder club to join Crowborough on the list of teams that the blues youths will be featuring in. Ashford have become the newest addition to the growing Angels affiliates. Tonbridge Angels hopeful Ross Leonard made 21 appearances whilst at Crowborough on loan proving that feeder clubs are important in the development of younger players.
2009/2010 Season
June 13th - (The Courier) Double Signing For The Angels
Tonbridge Angels are pleased the announce the signings of 18 year old Stuart Dorril who formerly played for Kettering in goal. Also the signing of 19 year old full back/striker Michael Scott who speant 3 years with Liverpool before joining the Angels. Both lads signed on a free transfer and are both looking forward to breaking into the first team at the Betterview.
June 15th (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels have completed the free transfer of 19 year old Ryan O'Neil from West Ham United. The centre back signed for Angels in the early hours of this morning when he passed his medical, O'Neil speant two year in West Hams youth side before joining the blues.
June 25th (The Courier) Fixture List Released
The new fixture list has been released for the Blue Square South divison. Angels will open at home to Eastleigh, followed by Chelmsford at the Betterview and then a trip to Woking. In Other news Fraser Logan was named as the fans player of the year for 2008/2009 so congratulations to him and un-settled Michael Phillips has been given a free transfer by the club, we wish him luck for the future.
July 11th - (KMFM)
More transfer news for the Angels, striker AJ Leitch-Smith has signed on a free transfer from Crewe, whilst young left back Yuri Berchiche joins on a one year loan deal from Spurs. In other news Tonbridge have announced losses of £140,000 with the clubs reported turn over reaching £200,000.
August 4th - (The Courier) Angels left short.
Tonbridge have been dealt a low blow just before the start of the new season, it seems to be that a small group of Angels players had planned to leave the club by refusing contracts at the end of the season much to the suprise of the blues fans and manager. The list includes key players James Donovan, Kirk Watts, Phil Starkey, Lee Minshull, Steve Ferguson and Captain Anthony Storey. Angels kick off the Blue Square South campaign in just 5 days time.
August 7th - (The Courier) One Day Three Signings.
In an act of desperation Mr.O'Connor has been forced into a quick fire round of purchases which include, Behzadi, Richardson and Aiteouakrim. Although rushed each purchase has been carefully thought out and the Barmy Army seem pleased with O'Connors decisive attitude.
August 9th - (The Courier) Angels unlucky in draw.
Tonbridge made a speculative start to the new season as they faced Eastleigh. New captain Fraser Logan missed a penalty just 15 minutes into the game for the blues. New signing Jay Richardsons quick feet dazzled supporters today when he slotted home the opener on the 60th minute. This was only to be cancelled out by Danny Smiths 81st minute header. Eastleigh finished well above Angels last season and to dominate the game as they did, nothing but positives can be taken from this game. Final score "Tonbridge Angels 1 - 1 Eastleigh."
August 15th - (The Courier) Angels taste defeat.
Angels fans will be wondering how they lost this one, for the 90 minutes of play Tonbridge dominated Chelmsford. Nick Davis opend the scoring with a drilled shot after a corner, Scott Wagstaff scored shortly after to make it 1-1 before the break. James Poole then netted after poor marking allowed him a free header. Final Score "Tonbridge Angels 1 - 2 Chelmsford.
August 18th - (The Courier) Angels Dominated.
Todays match saw the blues utterly dominated against, Angels never looked like scoring and defensivly were a laughing stock, Domoraud scored the first of the day on 36 minutes, shortly after Hutchinson added to the total. Domoraud was on the scoresheet again late into the game to finish off a sorry Tonbridge effort. Final Score "Woking 3 - 0 Tonbridge Angels"
August 22nd - (The Courier) Losing Streak.
Once again Angels could not turn posession into goals as Bath grabbed 3 clinical goals to grab the 3 points. Matthew Cooper scored the first of the 3 with a neat well placed shot passed Worgan. Carl Rook equalised for the visitors only to be cancelled out by 2 more Cooper goals. Final Score "Bath 3 - 1 Tonbridge Angels"
August 29th - (The Courier) Angels Lose Again
Angels succumed to another loss today and the hands of Bromley, increasing pressure on the manager to change his tactics have arose. Ashley Robinson scored the only goal of the day to gift Bromley 3 Points. Final Score "Tonbridge Angels 0 - 1 Bromley"
September 12th - (The Courier) O'Connor BLASTS un-sportsman like conduct!
Todays game has left the blues manager furious with the opposing side and the referee. Angels had a goal dissalowed early on in the game which according to replays should have stood, O'Connor claims this would have changed the balance of the match. As Angels fell behind through Jack Wilsons first half injury time goal, they came out for the second half all guns blazing. Angels looked certain to score a goal but were hit on the counter, during which the play slowed down as the blues defender Scott recovered the ball only to be hacked down, the referee saw nothing wrong with the challenge and allowed play to continue. As keeper Lee Worgan tryed to pass the ball out of play so that medical attention could be allowed, the Basingstoke team continued to attack and evenutually score, all the while Scott was on the floor holding his hip. Scott was stretchered off of the pitch, and O'Connor's furious rant at the fourth official he was sent to the stands. Michael Scott's hip injury will keep him sidelined for 8-9 months. Mr.O'Connor has sent his player to a specialist to recieve treatment hoping this might help the recovery process. Final Score " Basingstoke 3 - 1 Angels"
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(Angels player Scott down and out)
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(Basingstoke celebrate goal whilst Scott lays helpless)
September 20th - (The Courier) O'Connor Calls For Goal Line Technology As Logan Enters Record Books.
Fraser Logan today set the new record for appearances in a blues shirt his tally of 114 league appearances took over the record of Lee Minshull. Blues gaffer Leeum O'Connor was left absoloutly furious today when a goal was given when the ball had never crossed the line. "When you manage a team fighting for survival, you cant have these 3rd rate referee's and officials making the calls if they are incompotent" said the manager in a post match interview. The FA are remaining quiet in regards to this outburst until they have seen the replays for themselves. O'Connor's team lost the game through a goal that he claims shouldn't have stood.
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(The ball bounced off the post and rolled along the line)
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(As the ball comes to a stop the ball has still not crossed the line)
September 19th - (The Courier) Will the losses ever end?.
Havant & Waterlooville dominated Angels at the Betterview stadium. The first 2 goals were netted by Luke Nightingale before Nick Davis pulled one back just before the interval. Angels pushed for an equaliser but were punished on the counter in injury time which allowed Horrocks to complete to win for Havant.
September 22nd - (The Courier) Angels in a lot of trouble.
Staines over came a brave Tonbridge side who gave everything they had over the 90 minutes played, Lewis Hamilton was taken off with an injury early in the game just before Staines took a 1-0 lead. Jenkinson scored just before the half time whistle and with no reply angels failed to pick up any points.
September 26th - (The Courier) Angels crash out of Fa cup
Angels were never really in todays clash as they were thumped 4-0 by Lewes. Longmead saw 4 different scorers hit the back of Worgans goal today in an emphatic win. With Angels out of the cup early on it allows them to concentrate on their poor league start. Mr O'Connor in a brief statment said "To all the fans im sorry, be patient the results will come soon, the performances are there, we are just lacking the finishing touch"
October 3rd - (The Courier) Angels beat Welling to claim first 3 points of the season.
Today for the first time this year Tonbridge fans could celebrate a win. Angels travelled to Welling today in a match which they were heavily favoured to get nothing out of. Welling somewhat controlled the 90 minutes but were punished when defender Davis out jumped their back line to score a looping header.
October 14th - (The Courier) Angels and Thurrock in stalemate
Todays bottom end of the table clash ended in a goaless draw. Both teams needed the win to lift themselves closer to the 5 point gap between themselves and the safe zone. Neither of the two teams could manage a goal in what turned out to be a bore draw.
October 17th - (The Courier) Cazaly romp Dorchester.
On a wet and miserable day Tonbridge recorded their biggest win under Leeum O'Connor today as they smashed helpless Dorchester 5-0 away from home. Angels opend the scoring with youth player Southam scoring a wondefully accurate finish low into the corner. Carl Rook then added to the tally with his free kick which took a deflection on the way in. Jamie Cade scored 4 minutes later after beating the offside trap and lobbing the keeper. AJ Leitch-Smith scored the first after the interval to make it 4-0. Bobby Behzadi netted the last with a lovely half volley.
October 20th - (The Courier) Worcester bring blues down to earth.
Angels were beaten for the first time in 3 games at the Betterview today. Struggling Cazaly hit a small run of good form after a disastrous start to the season. Rob Elvins opend the scoring for the away side early on and just 3 minutes later Wilcox added to the scoreline. Jamie Mcguire's well timed run found him in acres of space to finish the 3rd on 32minutes, shortly after Watts grabbed one back for the Angels, but a poor second half proved that the damage was already done.
October 28th - (The Courier) Just adi'agio
Hayes and Yeading striker was the victim of several puns this weekend after scoring a wondeful volley from 35 yards to seperate the sides. The play on of having a go fitted well with Marco Adaggio. This specualtive effort was the only thing to seperate the two teams over the 90 minutes of play.
November 3rd - (The Courier) Battle at the bottom
The battle at the bottom of the table between Angels and Hornchurch ended in a 2-2 draw. Lewis Hamiltons own goal seperated the two sides after just 7 minutes before Nick Davis pulled one back for the home team. Ryan O'Neil saw himself red carded again for a ruthless challenge which allowed Hornchurch to take advantage of the 11-10 ratio and made it 2-1. Nick Davis popped up again for the equaliser and the Cazaly held on for the point.
November 28th - (The Courier) Angels vs Lewes double header.
In the space of four days Angels would play Lewes twice. Lewes of course the team that knocked Angels out of the FA Cup early on this season. Lewes would go on to repeat this on the 24th of November by knocking the blues out of the Fa Trophy aswell. Today the Cazaly was trumpiant in overcoming Lewes in a 2-0 victory in the Blue Square South.
December 1st - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels manager Leeum O'Connor expressed his delight today as the Angels board dumped Spurs as their parent club and replaced them with North London rivals Arsenal. Arsenal are well known for their spectacular youth team, and O'Connor is delighted that some of the best young players in the world will be joining his club on loan. O'Connor has already agreed deals for Emmanuel-Thomas and Tom Cruise.
December 2nd - (The Courier) Bath 3 - 0 Angels.
Tonbridge continued there poor record against Bath today when they were beaten 3-0. Bath controlled the entire game and Angels barely got a look in. With Angels drifiting just one point below the safe zone a win is needed soon to lift the spirits of the players.
December 5th - (The Courier) O'Connor blames close fixtures for losses.
Mr.O'Connors latest rant is about the closeness of league fixtures for his side. O'Connor claims the fixture list is too packed for players at his side. "The lads are tired and we are constantly playing 4 games a week, Premiership play 2 in a week and moan so why should we have the play 4" This comes just after O'Connor watched his side crash and burn against Weymouth 4-2.
December 19th - (The Courier) There's your break Mr.O'Connor.
Leeum O'Connors rant about closeness of fixtures seems to have little evidence to suggest the reason for poor form. Today after a 2 week break he watched his side romped 4-0 by Farnbourough. Mr.O'Connor claims that his players were left too long without a match and were not properly match fit for the game. The FA have politley reminded him about his comments last week and this week and jokingly have asked "just where do you want it?"
December 26th - (The Courier) O'Connor finds the balance.
It appears that 1 week is the time needed between games for the blues to brab a victory as they beat Hampton & Richmond away from home in the cold cold snow. Boxing days fixture saw Carl Rook grab both goals in a 2-0 win for the Angels which lifts them out of the relegation zone.
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(Carl Rook celebrates a second)
December 30th - (The Courier) Late winner seals angels victory.
Belal Aiteouakrim grabbed a late winner 3 minutes into injury time for the Angels to give them the 3 points they had battled for. Weston-Super-Mare went a goal down from AJ's opener but then pulled it back with Verma on song. Angels again took the lead with Carl Rook grabbing the goal but once again was cancelled out by Wells. Aiteouakrim slotted hom deep into injury time to give Angels 3 points.
January 2nd 2010 - (The Courier) Warrilow masterminds new year victory.
Ex Angels manager Warrilow's Braintree wished the blues a happy new year by beating them 1-0 with a 90th minute winner. Daniel Powell was allowed too much space and punished the Cazaly in injury time.
January 9th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels remain pointless in 2010.
Chelmsford today added to Angels poor start to the new year after beating the Blues 2-1. Graeme Armstrong scored the first for City after just 6 minutes. Michael Carr added to the scoreline for Chelmsford with a well crafted lob over Worgan. Aiteoukrim pulled one back for Tonbridge but just wasn't enough for the Cazaly.
January 16th 2010 - (The Courier) Late goal takes 2 of the table for Angels.
Tonbridge very nearly grabbed all 3 points today but just didn't have enough come the final whistle. Davis gave Angels the lead as the towering centre back out jumped the defence to head home. Racchi was just un-controlable on the right wing and found so much space on the far side which allowed him to score. Emmanuel-Thomas ran the length of the field untouched to score and make it 2-1. Lewis Hilton made a major impact when he scored his late equaliser, provoking the Angels fans after they abused him with chants for the majority of the game.
January 23rd 2010 - (The Courier) Angels grab away point.
Angels picked up another point today away to Eastleigh. Emmanuel Thomas opend the scoring for the traveling Cazaly with a well executed finish. Riviere netted on the 53rd minute to equalise for Eastleigh, neither of the two sides could convert their chances into goals for the remainder of the game.
January 29th 2010 - (The Courier) Tonbridge draw again.
Not much to tell in a goaless draw at Longmead. The only event to note was when Jon Heath was sent off for a reckless tackle. This point lifts Angels out of the relegation however.
Febuary 3rd 2010 - (The Courier) Angels fight back as unbeaten/no win streak goes on.
Bromley will be utterly dissapointed today as a superb Angels fightback grabs them another point. Carl Rook played the game of his life opening his account with a lovely finish. Brett Johnson scored twice before half time to set Angels on the back foot for the second half. Kevin Nicholson added to Angels poor second half start as he made the scoreline 3-1. Carl Rook replyed to this by powering in his and the blues second of the game. With the clock ticking down Cazaly rolled the dice with a long ball into the area, when it was failed to be cleared with a header Carl Rook was there once more on the edge of the area to powerhome.
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(Carl Rook hatrick hero thumps home the 3rd)
Febuary 6th 2010 - (The Courier) Sole double sinks Cazaly.
Longmead looked bleak today when Basingstoke beat the Angels 2-1. Giuessepe Sole scored twice to give Basingstoke a 2-0 lead. Richardson pulled one back for the blues but later missed a golden oppotunity to draw level.
Febuary 13th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels win first game of 2010
Carl Rook once again scored the opener for the Blues, keeping him it has proved to be a useful aquistion to the Angels side. Lee Worgan was left red faced when the ball bounced off the post, his head and ended up in his own net. Lewis Hamilton hit a wonderful goal to save Worgan's embaressment. The Cazaly manager said "This is the first win of many, this is the best 11 players ive seen at Angels since my arrival"
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(Hamilton scores the winner)
Febuary 20th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels 3 - 0 Staines .
Tonbridge played their hearts out today in a 3-0 win to keep the promotion dreams alive. Once again Carl Rook scored the first for the Angels with an acute finish. Jamie Cade scored the second seemingly happy in his new found right wing position. Rodgers own goal finished off Staines as Cazaly grabbed another 3 points.
Febuary 27th 2010 - (The Courier) Rooks double makes in 3 wins in a row .
Carl Rook is simply on fire at the moment netting another 2 goals today. He made it 1-0 when he broke the offside trap and rounded the keeper. He then made it 2 in a similar fashion this time slicing the ball through the keeper legs. Welling did however bring one back, but it was the Blues that were celebrating in the end.
March 6th 2010 - (The Courier) Thurrock rise above.
Thurrock delighted home fans after beating in form Angels 2-1. Simon Thomas gave them the lead for about 40 minutes until Carl Rook equalised. David Ball ran off with the match ball after grabbing a winner 15 minutes from time. Balls late goal made major impact as team such as Morecambe become interested in his services.
(Sorry For Break... What You've Missed.... 2 draws, 4 wins, 4 losses.)
May 1st 2010 - (The Courier) Warrliows Champions Brushed Aside As Angels Secure Safety.
It could have gone either way for the Blues today but they managed to stay in the Blue Square South for another season. Tommy Warrilow justified leaving Angels when his Braintree side were declared champions 5 games before the end of the season, but it was O'Connor Angels that had the last laugh. Braintree took the lead on 19 minutes to send Cazaly into the bottom 3. Carl Rook popped up just before half time which kept Angels in the bottom three on goal difference. 3 minutes from time with everything looking bleak for Cazaly, Carl Rook popped up with a powered header to lift Angels up and out of relegation all the way to 17th place. Blues manager Leeum O'Connor said "The second half of the season has shown what a great side we are and i am backing this team to improve next year."
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August 2nd 2010 - (The Courier) Pre Season Round Up.
All Angels players extended their contracts to avoid the fiasco of last season, this includes Leeum O'Connor who has been signed a new deal which keeps him at the club for the next 3 years. Emmanuel Thomas and Cruise will not be renewing their contracts with Angels and the Cazaly have failed to land any players from Arsenal on loan. However Angels have made a number of signings over the summer this list is made up of, Miller, Seaton,Bore, Young and Burton all of which sign on free's. The Cazaly now have a squad of 24 players even so Mr O'Connor has managed to keep the wage budget below the maximum.
Season Review 2010/2011 Coming Soon
(From now on all news will be brought to you in the form of a monthly review)
Season 2011/2012 Blue Square Premier (Expectation 23rd)
Angels 2011/2012 Squad
Stuart Dorrill
Ashley Miller
Chris Powell
Ryan O'Neill
Jay Emmanuel-Thomas (loan)
Fraser Logan (c)
Lewis Hamilton
Nick Davis
Michael Scott
Scott Gooding
Paul Terry
James Dudley (loan)
Francis Coquellin (loan)
Bobby Behzadi
Shaun Newton
Peter Bore
Ryan Burton
John Seaton
Martin Young
Aj Leitch-Smith
Jamie Cade
Belal Aiteouakrim
Lewis Trimmer
Jean-Michel Sigere
Carl Rook
July 2011
Angels gear up to face their toughest test yet under Blue Square South manager of the year Leeum O'Connor, the Blue Square Premier league. Angels were suprisingly crowned champions a few weeks back and haven't come down from that high since. Manager Leeum O'Connor was signed a new contract keeping him at the club for 2 more years. Lee Worgan, Jon Heath and Tom Bryant have left the clubs on free's as they have decided their footballing future lyes elsewhere. 20 Year old Stuart Dorril who is yet to make an appearance for the blues will step in as the number 1 at longmead. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has released a press statement saying "O'Connor is highly talented" this was recieved by the Cazaly gaffer with great honour as Mr.O'Connor has always respected Wenger and claims it was him who made him want to become a manager. In a brief meeting Wenger has allowed 3 players to go on loan from his club to the angels to aide in their relegation struggle. 20 year old Francis Coquelin and two familiar faces in Jay Emmanuel Thomas and last years Blue Square South Player of the year and Cazaly favourite James Dudley. The manager has also decided to bring in Paul Terry and Chris Powell who were avalible on the free market.
August 2011
Angels kicked off their season with a draw in which they were very un-fortunate to not have won. James Dudley, Chris Powell and Aj Leitch-Smith were on the score sheet in a 3-3 draw with Dag&Red. Angels tasted defeat as they travelled to Accrington just being edged out 3 goal to 2, James Dudley and Aj Leitch-Smith were again on hand to score. Another road game for the Angels saw them lose 3-1 to Northwich, Aiteoukrim was the scorer for the blues. With only 1 point from a possible 9 Angels knew they would need to win soon to lift morale, and win they did, Jay Emmanuel Thomas netted the winner against Bishops Stortford from the penatly spot. Fraser Logan saved the Cazaly a point by scoring in the 79th minute against Salisbury after Aiteoukrim missed a first half penalty. Angels end the month with a marvelous comeback away in Bournemouth. Tonbridge were 2-0 down at half time before ex loan signing Mtandari put the ball passed his own keeper, Paul Terry scored twice on 66th and then on the 88th from a penalty.
September 2011
Leeum O'Connor has won the Manager of the month accolade whilst Tonbridge have enjoyed a spectacular september. Starting with continuing their unbeaten run at the Betterview this season with a 2-0 win against Ebbsfleet after Rook and Logan both netted from the penatly spot. Tonbridge came from 2-0 down to draw 3-3 at Grays, Ashley Miller got a late equaliser in injury time to save the blues. Angels then went on to thrash Chester at Longmead 4-1, Miller, Dudley, Terry and Thomas all got on the scoresheet. Cazaly then continued this great form with a 3-0 win at home against Lincoln, Cade, Rook and Terry all scored with Rook also missing from the spot. Angels travelled to Cambridge to romp them 4-1, Aj Leitch-Smith returned to the squad to score the first, Cade scored once and Dudley netted twice to round of the scoring. Cade was later taken off with an injury which will put him out for up to 2 weeks. The Blues finished the month with a bang beating Bromley 3-1 away from home after trailing 1-0 at the interval. Thomas, Dudley and Rook scored in the win. To round of September Mr O'Connor announced a new signing, 36 year old ex Charlton, Wolves and West Ham veteran Shaun Newton on a free transfer. Angels start October in 4th place.
October 2011
James Dudley couldn't recieve more praise at the moment, named Player of the season for Blue Square South a few months back, He was Augusts young player of the month, and now has been named October player of the month. Angels continued the great run of results by beating Stevenage 2-0 at home, James Dudley and Carl Rook were the scorers. A trip to Staines in the Setanta Shield 2nd round, saw the blues win again by a 2-0 scoreline, Leitch-Smith and Dudley scoring the goals. Angels first loss in a long time came at the hands of Kidderminster away, final score 2-0. The Angels bounced back into form with a 2-1 win away to Rushen, Emmanuel-Thomas and O'Neill hit the back of the net. Cazaly broke both their record attendance and gate receipts against Dover at the Betterview. 2647 fans flocked to watch the blues recieving £20,000, those that didn't go took the chance to watch Angels first ever game on tv. The final score ended up 3-1 to the blues with Cade netting twice and Coquellin getting the other. Angels have reached the 1st round of the FA Cup for the first time in history as they beat Waterlooville 2-0, goals from Cade and Coquellin. Angels finished up the month in 3rd place 1 point behind the leader with a 3-2 win against Wimbledon, Leitch-Smith, Terry and Cade all scored in the goal fest. Cade was also awarded goal of the month for his cracker against Wimbledon. In other news Tonbridge were paid the annual 24.3k from Arsenal for the continued partnership.
November 2011
November starts on a sad note for the Angels with assistant manager Cliff Cant leaving the club to take up the empty postition at Exeter, the blues will now need a new assistant. The misery continues as Angels first game in November ends up with them being dumped out of the Setanta Shield away to Salisbury 2-0. Just four days later Cazaly crash out of the FA cup first round to Brentford away from home 3-0. Returning to league fixtures Angels were on the road again and lost once more to Altrincham 1-0. The return to the Betterview for the Angels saw them beat Mansfield 2-1, Leitch-Smith and Terry getting the goals. Blues were straight back on the road but this time came through to beat Telford 1-0 with Michael Scott getting the goal. Angels finish the month still without an assistant but in 2nd place.
December 2011
Angels have announced a new assistant manager in David Unsworth. Unsworth of course speant 13 seasons at Everton and recently retired as a player of Dorchester. Angels kick off the month with a 3-0 win over Histon, Logan, Cade and an own goal added to the scoreline. This win put Angels top of the league. On the road the blues romped Crawley 5-2, Scott, Dudley, Terry, Cade and an own goal made up the 5. The FA Trohpy 1st round match at the Betterview ended with Angels progressing through a 2-0 win over Kidderminster, Dudley and Leitch-Smith scoring the goals. Angels remained top of the league over christmas. Boxing days match finished Salisbury 1 - 2 Tonbridge, Paul Terry and Carl Rook scoring the goals there. Angels rounded off 2011 with a 4-0 win against Accrinton, Terry, Thomas and Miller(2) score the goals. Millers wondefully curled effort grabbed goal of the month. Angels were doubley awarded when Paul Terry collected player of the month and Mr.O'Connor won Manager of the month.
January 2012
Angels kicked off the new year with a 2-1 win at Dag&Red, Shaun Newton and captain Fraser Logan grabbing the goals for the 3 points. 1st played 2nd in this all out bore draw as Tonbridge drew 0-0 with Wrexham. Hitchin were powerless against Tonbridge in the FA trophy second round, Miller, Dudley and Coquellin scoring in a 3-1 victory. Coquellin scored again in the next fixture to give Cazaly a 1-0 win over Northwich. Angels continued the unbeaten run when young hopeful Ross Leonard scored the only goal in a 1-0 win against Bishops. Youngster Richard Feguson scored for Angels in a match where it took 2 injury time goals either side of the half to overcome Bournemouth 3-1. To round off the long month of January Angels drew another blank with Wrexham in the FA Trophy 3rd round.
Febuary 2012
Ebbsleet couldn't hold Angels at home and slumped to a 2-0 loss with Ross Leonard and Paul Terry on song. Cazaly edged a win over Grays 3-2, goals from Hamilton, Scott and a late winner from Cade. Wrexham defeated Angels 3-0 to progress in the FA Trophy, this was the blues first loss in a long long time. Angels tryed to bounce back from the cup defeat only to be beaten again in the league by Lincoln 3-0. Angels remained top as Wrexham also lost their match but wanted to hit back for the poor form. Angels were at home for their game with Bromely and won the match 1-0 with Ross Leonard getting the only goal. The last game of Febuary ends with a 2-1 win over Cambridge Coquellin and free scoring Ross Leonard scored the goals. Mr O'Connor has stated since joining the club that Leonard looked a good prospect and is proving that he might now merit a first team place after turning 20 years old.
March 2012
Angels started spring with a 3-0 loss away to Chester. They then went on to beat Stevenage away from home 1-0 with Leonard getting the goal. Shortly after with a 4-1 win over Kidderminster, Coquellin, Leonard and Young(2) scored the goals. Thomas was the only goalscorer in a 1-1 draw with rivals AFC Wimbledon. Dudley netted twice against Rushen to give the blues a 2-1 home win. Hamilton & Rook finished up March by scoring in the 2-1 win over Telford.
April 2012
The last month of Blue Square Premier football. One point in the title race as Angels have a small advantage over Wrexham. Angels started off lucky with a 0-0 draw as Wrexham also drew. Hamilton, Terry & Rook scored in a 3-1 win over Altrincham. Angels then lost to Mansfield as Wrexham also lost. Wrexham then lost their game in hand and most recent match, which was made worse when Angels overcame Crawley and became Champions. Coquelin was the only scorer in the 1-0 win. Angels drew both of their last 2 games against Histon 1-1 with Leonard scoring. Then a 1-1 draw with Wrexham, Terry grabbing the goal. Mr O'Connor has described the title win as an unrealistic dream come true. "We expect to lose a few players this summer but the ones we can keep a hold of will be essential to next years survival. Angels finish the season 5 points clear of second place on 101 points.
May 2012
The results are in for the Blue Square Premier League awards. Jamie Cade finished in 2nd place in the Goal Of The Season. Leeum O'Connor has won Manager of the year for the second season running. Emmanuel-Thomas, Dudley and Terry all made it into the Team of the year. Emmanuel-Thomas, Coquellin and Dudley loan have ended and return to Arsenal respectivly.
Season 2012/2013 Coca Cola League Two (Expectation 24th)
June 2012
June begins with Sigere and Newton both announcing that they will be retiring at the end of the season. Paul Terry has been announced the fans player of the year for the 2011/2012 season. Angels officially turn professional today and will receive £275,000 for the new television rights. Mr O'Connor has turned down the oppotunity to re join Cliff Cant at Exeter after the club approached the blues front man. Mr O'Connor said "I couldn't leave Angels now, Exeter will have to look further than myself for a new gaffer. Arsenal have already stated that for a third season in a row James Dudley will be joining Angels on loan. Dudley has stated "I love the blues, i can even see myself joining here permantly when my contract with Arsenal runs out." Dudley set the record for most assists in a season last year and was also the clubs joint top scorer. He has the highest average rating over the 2 seasons and the blues must be thrilled to have kept a hold of him.
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Tonbridge Angels
2008/2009 Season
June 1st 2008 - (The Courier) Warrilow leaves Angels in the dumps.
Tommy Warrilow has today announced that he has left the helm at Tonbridge to manage established Blue Square South side Braintree. This comes just months after the former boss steared his team to the Blue Square South Divison after winning the 2007/2008 Ryman Isthmian playoffs in a 3-2 thriller against rivals Maidstone. Warrilow stated that whilst his heart will always belong to the people of Tonbridge his mind was somewhere else. Angels fans are lining a possible return for Neil Emblen who used to play for the club as a youngster. Neil Emblen is well known for his 115 appearances in a Wolverhampton shirt. Neils brother Paul Emblen who of course is a coach at Tonbridge said that he would welcome his brother with open arms, should he decide to join as the gaffer.
June 14th 2008 - (Kent and Sussex Weekly) Forget Emblen WE WANT HODGSON
Angels fans today are excited at the prospect of ex player and now Premiership manager Roy Hodgson taking the helm after he was quoted in an interview saying "It would certainly be a great challenge to go back to my former club and try to stear them up". This of course comes just after 1 week since Neil Emblen turned down the oppotunity to work alongside his brother at the Betterview stadium. Fulham fans will certainly be hoping that there wonder manager doesn't leave them in the dirt for a team 6 divisions below them.
June 26th 2008 - (The Courier) Out Of Ideas
Unfortunatly for the barmy army Hodgson has put things into perspective for the club by stating that "whilst managing Angels would be a great challenge it is not something that i personal am looking to take on" This has left Angel fans demanding that chairman Nick Sullivan makes a decision soon in regards to who will be taking the helm at the Betterview for the 2008/2009 campaign. With Angels gearing up for their toughest season in the clubs history one things for sure, they need a miracle worker.
July 1st 2008 - (The Courier) Hodgson > Emblen > O'Connor
Leeum O'Connor was today un-veiled as the new gaffer in charge at the Betterview stadium. Whilst Angels are keeping it close to home with O'Connor having played for Tonbridge Angels as a youth, the barmy army were expecting a manager with a higher reputation after being linked with two bigger names before O'Connor. The fans have agreed to give O'Connor until christmas to sway their opinions. O'Connor today gave a brief press conference where he kept it short and sweet, his closing message of "I am here to win games, not respect" has kept everyone in somewhat of a buzz for the 2008/2009 season.
July 8th 2008 - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels today have announced a link with Queens Park Rangers of the Championship.This partner ship will ensure that the Queens Park youth are given first team expierence, Queens Park will hold an annual friendly with Tonbridge in July of each season and will pay them a fee of 13k per year. Angels manager O'Connor has said that the link is a great chance to showcase some of Englands best young talent in the lower divisons. The question on everyones lips is who will O'Connor bring in. With all money from the club being transfered to the depleted wage which is is the minus one thing is for certain, there will be no money for the new manager to spend.
July 12th - (Kent and Sussex weekly) Angels secure one year loan deal for Joseph Oastler
Qpr youngster Joseph Oastler was the first to arrive from the Championship side, the 18 year old full back was snapped up at the age of 16 by Portsmouth and has since joined Queens Park this season. Oastler has instantly been sent out on a year long loan spell to the Blue Square South side to gain more first team experience.
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Febuary 18th - (The Courier) It's All Gone Bannanas!
Tonbridge Angels manager Leeum O'Connor today recieved malicious abuse from his fans as they moved into the bottom 3 of the table after a 1-1 draw with bottom of the league Welling. The barmy army struck O'Connor repeatedly with bannanas as he walked out of the ground after todays Blue Square South fixture. Angels went behind after just 7 minutes when defender Gavin Dayes was gifted a free header to stear his side into the lead. Jamie Cade went close just 2 minutes later but could only watch his shot rebound off of both posts before it was cleared. Whilst Angels were much on top of the game in the first half they couldn't turn that dominance into goals. After coming out of the tunnel for the second half Tonbridge seemed to have taken their foot of of the pedal and were nearly punished for it when Parkinsons header clipped the top of the cross bar. Jamie Cade rounded 2 Welling players to move one on one with the keeper only to be brought down. Anthony Storey stepped up to take the spot kick and slotted it into the bottom corner. Angels will now travel to the Crabble Athletic ground to face 2nd placed high flying rivals Dover.
Febuary 20th - (KMFM)
In other news today Tonbridge Angels have announced that they have broken their link with Queens Park Rangers after a new parent club was found by chairman Nick Sullivan. Angels now find them selves allied with Tottenham Hotspur of the English Premier League. This moved has appeared to un-settled Mr.O'Connor as now Oastler who has been performing fantastically for Angels will now have his loan terminated. Tottenham will pay an annual fee of 12k to Tonbridge.
Febuary 22nd - (The Courier) 10 Men Angels Punished By Relentless Dover
A sending off in the 18th minute for striker Jamie Cade cost Angels dearly today as they slumped to a 3-0 defeat. Cade was shown a straight red after a reckless two footed tackle on Dover captain Dean Hill. Frannie Collin opend the scoring for the home side after a ball over the top cut the caught out Tonbridge and allowed him to go one on one with Lee Worgan. Adam Birchall scored a stunning effort from outside the box to take the score to 2-0. Collin then doubled his tally 5 minutes later when a mistimed clearance from Lewis Hamilton left Angels red faced. This loss puts Angels into 21st position with the fans calling for the managers head. O'Connor spoke out today against the fans saying "Angels have just been promoted to the divison, i had no money to spend, hardly any attraction to the big players, for the first time since August we have moved into the bottom 3 and i get abused for it? Utterly Ridiculous."
Febuary 23rd - (West Kent and Sussex Weekly) Mtandari Joins Angels.
Tottenham youth Takura Mtandari has joined Tonbridge on loan for the remainder of the campaign. Mtandari has been brought it to replace Oastler at full back for the club. We understand the un-capped 19 year old is looking forward to playing competative football and to try to save Angels from relegation. With only 5 months left on his contract manager Leeum O'Connor has began to open up discussion over a possible permanent move come July.
March 1st 2009 - (The Courier) Sorry Angels Lose Again
Controversy surround todays clash between Braintree and Tonbridge. Angels took the lead through Anthony Storey drilled shot taking a deflection to wrong foot keeper Nick Morgan. Storey was brought down in the box a few minutes after the goal and feels he has a claim for a penalty, replays show that Storey was indeed fouled by Haverson. Referee Ian Scarr has publically apologised for his error stating "Sometimes referee's get it wrong and today i believe i was, although nothing can change that now i would look to take this time to apologise to Tonbridge as this may very well cost them their survival." Just before the break Braintree striker Hockton managed to net twice in a 2 minute salvo to put the hosts infront. Adrian Dean rounded off the goals for Braintree with a neat finish after a through ball cut open the Angels defence. Angels now find them selves bottom of the Blue Square South divison.
March 8th 2009 - (The Courier) ANGELS OFF THE BOTTOM!
Tonbridge Angels today recorded a long over due win at the Longmead Betterview stadium against deadly rivals Bromley. In a controversial twist of events following last weeks penalty claims Bromley today were denied what seemed to be a blatant penalty. Neither of the two sides could break the deadlock and it was only when Carl Rooks cross too a dodgy bounce over kepper James Dunn to gift Angels a 1-0 victory.
March 10th 2009 - (The Courier) Myall Released
Stuart Myall has today been released by manager Leeum O'Connor after the player failed to turn up to a third sucessive training session. Myall stated that he doesn't need compensation to leave the club he just see's his footballing career somewhere else. Myall 34 made 4 appearances for Angels and is now a on the free transfer list.
March 11th 2009 - (Courier) Angels Flying Form
The small town of Tonbridge is jubilant today as they watched their side beat Hampton & Richmond away from home. Captain Anthony Storey opend the scoring on the 53rd minute with a speculative effort from 25 yards out. Carl Rook slotted home in the 79th minute to seal all three points for Angels. This win takes Angels well out of the relegation zone up to 17th place. "Well the lads dug deep today and grabbed the points, this is a great day for the fans, the most important thing is to take this good form and keep it going."
March 14th 2009 - (The Courier) Angels Roll Out Another Victory.
Glory glory Tonbridge Angels was sung from the stands today as O'Connors side won yet another league fixture. "We travelled to Tonbridge to just be simply outplayed today" said manager Hippolyte. Jean-Michel Sigere netted his 10th of the season ending his goal drought on the 62nd minute. Substitute John Wescott scored in the 90th minute to grab all 3 points for the Cazaly today. "Three wins in three, i don't know who these 11 players are that are turning up every week" joked Mr.O'Connor after seing his side win their third game in a row. Angels move up one place to 16th after this latest victory.
March 22nd 2009 (The Courier) Angels brought back down to earth
Today Angels fans were thumped back down to earth at the hands of a 4-0 thrashing. Hopefull supporters travelled to Basingstoke looking for another win to extend their fine form. Stoke stuck on 11 minutes through Vasilev's poweful shot. Vasilev then doubled his and his teams tally with a fine header from a corner. Poor marking allowed David Pratt to score a well placed shot on 68 minutes. Donnely finished off the rout in injury time from a freekick. Angels move just one place and one point above the relegation zone with 8 games to go.
March 29th 2009 (The Courier) Angels Held At The Betterview
Tonbridge today were held to a draw at home against in form Dorchester. Dorcester themselves had won 5 of their last 6 games whilst Angels were looking to recover from a heavy loss. Crittenden opend the scoring for the away side with a well placed shot but shortly after Carl Rook equalised for the home side when he rounded the keeper. Angels stay a cautious one point above the relegation zone.
April 5th - (tonbridgeangels.co.uk) Red card costs Angels again!
Tonbridge made the trip to Weston Super Mare today only to walk away with 10 men and 0 points. Alistair John opend the account for the whites after beating the offside trap and chipped Lee Worgan. Shortly after Nick Davis was sent off for raising a hand to John after his provokotive celebration. Josh Llewellyn scored just before and just after the half time whistle to complete the 3-0 score line. Angels still rest above the relegation zone in 19th place.
April 7th - (tonbridgeangels.co.uk) Angels Gaffer Linked With 5 Clubs!
Manager Leeum O'Connor has been lined up by 5 different clubs to replace the managers on their way out. The club list consists of Histon, Rushden and Barrow of the Blue Square Premierleague and also Bury and Darlington of Coca-Cola League 2. Mr.O'Connor has not yet responded to these storys but has set up a press conference this weekend where he will adress this matter.
April 11th - (The Courier) Late goals sinks Angels comeback
Tonbridge Angels will be feeling the cruel taste of defeat today as a last minute goal gifted Bath the win. Bath took the lead after Lewis Hogg scored early on in the match before Klein-Davis made it 2 as half time approached. Fraser Logan scored on the 74th minute to give the home team hope. Anthony Storeys 80th minute equaliser sent the home fans into raptures as he lofted the ball over the keeper head. Un-fortunatly for the home side Bath struck in the 90th minute when Perrot latched onto a cross to scramble the ball over the line.
April 12th - (KMFM)
Growing pressure on manager Leeum O'Connor as two more team have emerged to grab his signature.The two latest sides to be interested in the Angels mans services are York and Stevenage. Whilst O'Connor has arrange a press conference for this friday many of the barmy army are calling for answers now.
April 13th - (The Courier) Angels draw as clubs future hangs in the balance
Angels have kept themselves a nail biting one point ahead of the relegation zone after a goaless draw against Weymouth. Neither side ever looked like beating the opposing goalkeeper as a solid back 4 performance from both teams forced this one into a stalemate. After the game Mr.O'Connor held a press conference regarding his future with the club. After being asked bluntly what lies ahead for Leeum O'Connor the blues gaffer only had one answer in his mind, "I love this club, i love this town, i love these fans even when all 3 don't love me, but you have to take the bad with the good, Tonbridge is my home, and it will be my home just as long as the team wants me." Angels will face a tough match against Weymouth in just 5 days time.
April 18th - (The Courier) Rooking all over the world!
Angels fans were signing and dancing until the late hours after an impressive display from striker Carl Rook put Tonbridge four point above relegation. Rook himself opend the scoring on the 21st minute with a lovely chip to beat the keeper who was in no mans land. Scorer turned provider for the second as Rooks deadly ball picked out Sigere's head to bring home all 3 points for the blues.
April 22nd - (The Courier) Angels lose as St.Albans close gap
St.Albans closed the gap between them and Angels to just 1 point today after their win. Angels fell short of a result against Eastleigh as Gillespie netted in injury time of the first half the give the home side the lead. With just 2 games left of the season, St.Albans have to play Havant & Waterlooville as well as Chelmsford one match away and one at home. Angels have to face Lewes at home and then travel to Woking on the last day of the season.
April 26th - (The Courier) Angels move into the bottom three!
Tonbridge Angels slumped to another home defeat at the hands of Lewes whilst St.Albans went on to win their home tie. Fred Forman set the tone for the visitors after scoring just 2 minutes into the game. Dan Beck finished off angels with a beautiful left footed volley. It all comes down to the last day now for Angels. They must win, and St.Albans must lose for Tonbridge to survive.
May 3rd - (The Courier) ANGELS SURVIVE!
Tonbridge Angels fans will be merry tonight as they saw their side win away from home to climb out of the bottom three after St.Albans lost 2-0 to Chelmsford. Angels trailed 1-0 after Arter netted the first goal of the day on 32 minutes. Captain Anthony Storey equalised for the away side on the stroke of half time with a well timed reaction shot as an attempted clearance fell mercy to him. Jamie Cade sent the away supporters into pandomonium when he headed home Angels second and winning goal to keep them in the Blue Square South for another season. "It is an un-believable feeling that i can't explain, when it came over my head i never expected to get the chace to score the winner but luckily the keeper parried it and i was there to pick up the seconds" said an emphatic Jamie Cade in a post match interview.
May 18th - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels today have annoucned their second feeder club to join Crowborough on the list of teams that the blues youths will be featuring in. Ashford have become the newest addition to the growing Angels affiliates. Tonbridge Angels hopeful Ross Leonard made 21 appearances whilst at Crowborough on loan proving that feeder clubs are important in the development of younger players.
2009/2010 Season
June 13th - (The Courier) Double Signing For The Angels
Tonbridge Angels are pleased the announce the signings of 18 year old Stuart Dorril who formerly played for Kettering in goal. Also the signing of 19 year old full back/striker Michael Scott who speant 3 years with Liverpool before joining the Angels. Both lads signed on a free transfer and are both looking forward to breaking into the first team at the Betterview.
June 15th (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels have completed the free transfer of 19 year old Ryan O'Neil from West Ham United. The centre back signed for Angels in the early hours of this morning when he passed his medical, O'Neil speant two year in West Hams youth side before joining the blues.
June 25th (The Courier) Fixture List Released
The new fixture list has been released for the Blue Square South divison. Angels will open at home to Eastleigh, followed by Chelmsford at the Betterview and then a trip to Woking. In Other news Fraser Logan was named as the fans player of the year for 2008/2009 so congratulations to him and un-settled Michael Phillips has been given a free transfer by the club, we wish him luck for the future.
July 11th - (KMFM)
More transfer news for the Angels, striker AJ Leitch-Smith has signed on a free transfer from Crewe, whilst young left back Yuri Berchiche joins on a one year loan deal from Spurs. In other news Tonbridge have announced losses of £140,000 with the clubs reported turn over reaching £200,000.
August 4th - (The Courier) Angels left short.
Tonbridge have been dealt a low blow just before the start of the new season, it seems to be that a small group of Angels players had planned to leave the club by refusing contracts at the end of the season much to the suprise of the blues fans and manager. The list includes key players James Donovan, Kirk Watts, Phil Starkey, Lee Minshull, Steve Ferguson and Captain Anthony Storey. Angels kick off the Blue Square South campaign in just 5 days time.
August 7th - (The Courier) One Day Three Signings.
In an act of desperation Mr.O'Connor has been forced into a quick fire round of purchases which include, Behzadi, Richardson and Aiteouakrim. Although rushed each purchase has been carefully thought out and the Barmy Army seem pleased with O'Connors decisive attitude.
August 9th - (The Courier) Angels unlucky in draw.
Tonbridge made a speculative start to the new season as they faced Eastleigh. New captain Fraser Logan missed a penalty just 15 minutes into the game for the blues. New signing Jay Richardsons quick feet dazzled supporters today when he slotted home the opener on the 60th minute. This was only to be cancelled out by Danny Smiths 81st minute header. Eastleigh finished well above Angels last season and to dominate the game as they did, nothing but positives can be taken from this game. Final score "Tonbridge Angels 1 - 1 Eastleigh."
August 15th - (The Courier) Angels taste defeat.
Angels fans will be wondering how they lost this one, for the 90 minutes of play Tonbridge dominated Chelmsford. Nick Davis opend the scoring with a drilled shot after a corner, Scott Wagstaff scored shortly after to make it 1-1 before the break. James Poole then netted after poor marking allowed him a free header. Final Score "Tonbridge Angels 1 - 2 Chelmsford.
August 18th - (The Courier) Angels Dominated.
Todays match saw the blues utterly dominated against, Angels never looked like scoring and defensivly were a laughing stock, Domoraud scored the first of the day on 36 minutes, shortly after Hutchinson added to the total. Domoraud was on the scoresheet again late into the game to finish off a sorry Tonbridge effort. Final Score "Woking 3 - 0 Tonbridge Angels"
August 22nd - (The Courier) Losing Streak.
Once again Angels could not turn posession into goals as Bath grabbed 3 clinical goals to grab the 3 points. Matthew Cooper scored the first of the 3 with a neat well placed shot passed Worgan. Carl Rook equalised for the visitors only to be cancelled out by 2 more Cooper goals. Final Score "Bath 3 - 1 Tonbridge Angels"
August 29th - (The Courier) Angels Lose Again
Angels succumed to another loss today and the hands of Bromley, increasing pressure on the manager to change his tactics have arose. Ashley Robinson scored the only goal of the day to gift Bromley 3 Points. Final Score "Tonbridge Angels 0 - 1 Bromley"
September 12th - (The Courier) O'Connor BLASTS un-sportsman like conduct!
Todays game has left the blues manager furious with the opposing side and the referee. Angels had a goal dissalowed early on in the game which according to replays should have stood, O'Connor claims this would have changed the balance of the match. As Angels fell behind through Jack Wilsons first half injury time goal, they came out for the second half all guns blazing. Angels looked certain to score a goal but were hit on the counter, during which the play slowed down as the blues defender Scott recovered the ball only to be hacked down, the referee saw nothing wrong with the challenge and allowed play to continue. As keeper Lee Worgan tryed to pass the ball out of play so that medical attention could be allowed, the Basingstoke team continued to attack and evenutually score, all the while Scott was on the floor holding his hip. Scott was stretchered off of the pitch, and O'Connor's furious rant at the fourth official he was sent to the stands. Michael Scott's hip injury will keep him sidelined for 8-9 months. Mr.O'Connor has sent his player to a specialist to recieve treatment hoping this might help the recovery process. Final Score " Basingstoke 3 - 1 Angels"
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(Angels player Scott down and out)
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(Basingstoke celebrate goal whilst Scott lays helpless)
September 20th - (The Courier) O'Connor Calls For Goal Line Technology As Logan Enters Record Books.
Fraser Logan today set the new record for appearances in a blues shirt his tally of 114 league appearances took over the record of Lee Minshull. Blues gaffer Leeum O'Connor was left absoloutly furious today when a goal was given when the ball had never crossed the line. "When you manage a team fighting for survival, you cant have these 3rd rate referee's and officials making the calls if they are incompotent" said the manager in a post match interview. The FA are remaining quiet in regards to this outburst until they have seen the replays for themselves. O'Connor's team lost the game through a goal that he claims shouldn't have stood.
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September 19th - (The Courier) Will the losses ever end?.
Havant & Waterlooville dominated Angels at the Betterview stadium. The first 2 goals were netted by Luke Nightingale before Nick Davis pulled one back just before the interval. Angels pushed for an equaliser but were punished on the counter in injury time which allowed Horrocks to complete to win for Havant.
September 22nd - (The Courier) Angels in a lot of trouble.
Staines over came a brave Tonbridge side who gave everything they had over the 90 minutes played, Lewis Hamilton was taken off with an injury early in the game just before Staines took a 1-0 lead. Jenkinson scored just before the half time whistle and with no reply angels failed to pick up any points.
September 26th - (The Courier) Angels crash out of Fa cup
Angels were never really in todays clash as they were thumped 4-0 by Lewes. Longmead saw 4 different scorers hit the back of Worgans goal today in an emphatic win. With Angels out of the cup early on it allows them to concentrate on their poor league start. Mr O'Connor in a brief statment said "To all the fans im sorry, be patient the results will come soon, the performances are there, we are just lacking the finishing touch"
October 3rd - (The Courier) Angels beat Welling to claim first 3 points of the season.
Today for the first time this year Tonbridge fans could celebrate a win. Angels travelled to Welling today in a match which they were heavily favoured to get nothing out of. Welling somewhat controlled the 90 minutes but were punished when defender Davis out jumped their back line to score a looping header.
October 14th - (The Courier) Angels and Thurrock in stalemate
Todays bottom end of the table clash ended in a goaless draw. Both teams needed the win to lift themselves closer to the 5 point gap between themselves and the safe zone. Neither of the two teams could manage a goal in what turned out to be a bore draw.
October 17th - (The Courier) Cazaly romp Dorchester.
On a wet and miserable day Tonbridge recorded their biggest win under Leeum O'Connor today as they smashed helpless Dorchester 5-0 away from home. Angels opend the scoring with youth player Southam scoring a wondefully accurate finish low into the corner. Carl Rook then added to the tally with his free kick which took a deflection on the way in. Jamie Cade scored 4 minutes later after beating the offside trap and lobbing the keeper. AJ Leitch-Smith scored the first after the interval to make it 4-0. Bobby Behzadi netted the last with a lovely half volley.
October 20th - (The Courier) Worcester bring blues down to earth.
Angels were beaten for the first time in 3 games at the Betterview today. Struggling Cazaly hit a small run of good form after a disastrous start to the season. Rob Elvins opend the scoring for the away side early on and just 3 minutes later Wilcox added to the scoreline. Jamie Mcguire's well timed run found him in acres of space to finish the 3rd on 32minutes, shortly after Watts grabbed one back for the Angels, but a poor second half proved that the damage was already done.
October 28th - (The Courier) Just adi'agio
Hayes and Yeading striker was the victim of several puns this weekend after scoring a wondeful volley from 35 yards to seperate the sides. The play on of having a go fitted well with Marco Adaggio. This specualtive effort was the only thing to seperate the two teams over the 90 minutes of play.
November 3rd - (The Courier) Battle at the bottom
The battle at the bottom of the table between Angels and Hornchurch ended in a 2-2 draw. Lewis Hamiltons own goal seperated the two sides after just 7 minutes before Nick Davis pulled one back for the home team. Ryan O'Neil saw himself red carded again for a ruthless challenge which allowed Hornchurch to take advantage of the 11-10 ratio and made it 2-1. Nick Davis popped up again for the equaliser and the Cazaly held on for the point.
November 28th - (The Courier) Angels vs Lewes double header.
In the space of four days Angels would play Lewes twice. Lewes of course the team that knocked Angels out of the FA Cup early on this season. Lewes would go on to repeat this on the 24th of November by knocking the blues out of the Fa Trophy aswell. Today the Cazaly was trumpiant in overcoming Lewes in a 2-0 victory in the Blue Square South.
December 1st - (KMFM)
Tonbridge Angels manager Leeum O'Connor expressed his delight today as the Angels board dumped Spurs as their parent club and replaced them with North London rivals Arsenal. Arsenal are well known for their spectacular youth team, and O'Connor is delighted that some of the best young players in the world will be joining his club on loan. O'Connor has already agreed deals for Emmanuel-Thomas and Tom Cruise.
December 2nd - (The Courier) Bath 3 - 0 Angels.
Tonbridge continued there poor record against Bath today when they were beaten 3-0. Bath controlled the entire game and Angels barely got a look in. With Angels drifiting just one point below the safe zone a win is needed soon to lift the spirits of the players.
December 5th - (The Courier) O'Connor blames close fixtures for losses.
Mr.O'Connors latest rant is about the closeness of league fixtures for his side. O'Connor claims the fixture list is too packed for players at his side. "The lads are tired and we are constantly playing 4 games a week, Premiership play 2 in a week and moan so why should we have the play 4" This comes just after O'Connor watched his side crash and burn against Weymouth 4-2.
December 19th - (The Courier) There's your break Mr.O'Connor.
Leeum O'Connors rant about closeness of fixtures seems to have little evidence to suggest the reason for poor form. Today after a 2 week break he watched his side romped 4-0 by Farnbourough. Mr.O'Connor claims that his players were left too long without a match and were not properly match fit for the game. The FA have politley reminded him about his comments last week and this week and jokingly have asked "just where do you want it?"
December 26th - (The Courier) O'Connor finds the balance.
It appears that 1 week is the time needed between games for the blues to brab a victory as they beat Hampton & Richmond away from home in the cold cold snow. Boxing days fixture saw Carl Rook grab both goals in a 2-0 win for the Angels which lifts them out of the relegation zone.
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(Carl Rook celebrates a second)
December 30th - (The Courier) Late winner seals angels victory.
Belal Aiteouakrim grabbed a late winner 3 minutes into injury time for the Angels to give them the 3 points they had battled for. Weston-Super-Mare went a goal down from AJ's opener but then pulled it back with Verma on song. Angels again took the lead with Carl Rook grabbing the goal but once again was cancelled out by Wells. Aiteouakrim slotted hom deep into injury time to give Angels 3 points.
January 2nd 2010 - (The Courier) Warrilow masterminds new year victory.
Ex Angels manager Warrilow's Braintree wished the blues a happy new year by beating them 1-0 with a 90th minute winner. Daniel Powell was allowed too much space and punished the Cazaly in injury time.
January 9th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels remain pointless in 2010.
Chelmsford today added to Angels poor start to the new year after beating the Blues 2-1. Graeme Armstrong scored the first for City after just 6 minutes. Michael Carr added to the scoreline for Chelmsford with a well crafted lob over Worgan. Aiteoukrim pulled one back for Tonbridge but just wasn't enough for the Cazaly.
January 16th 2010 - (The Courier) Late goal takes 2 of the table for Angels.
Tonbridge very nearly grabbed all 3 points today but just didn't have enough come the final whistle. Davis gave Angels the lead as the towering centre back out jumped the defence to head home. Racchi was just un-controlable on the right wing and found so much space on the far side which allowed him to score. Emmanuel-Thomas ran the length of the field untouched to score and make it 2-1. Lewis Hilton made a major impact when he scored his late equaliser, provoking the Angels fans after they abused him with chants for the majority of the game.
January 23rd 2010 - (The Courier) Angels grab away point.
Angels picked up another point today away to Eastleigh. Emmanuel Thomas opend the scoring for the traveling Cazaly with a well executed finish. Riviere netted on the 53rd minute to equalise for Eastleigh, neither of the two sides could convert their chances into goals for the remainder of the game.
January 29th 2010 - (The Courier) Tonbridge draw again.
Not much to tell in a goaless draw at Longmead. The only event to note was when Jon Heath was sent off for a reckless tackle. This point lifts Angels out of the relegation however.
Febuary 3rd 2010 - (The Courier) Angels fight back as unbeaten/no win streak goes on.
Bromley will be utterly dissapointed today as a superb Angels fightback grabs them another point. Carl Rook played the game of his life opening his account with a lovely finish. Brett Johnson scored twice before half time to set Angels on the back foot for the second half. Kevin Nicholson added to Angels poor second half start as he made the scoreline 3-1. Carl Rook replyed to this by powering in his and the blues second of the game. With the clock ticking down Cazaly rolled the dice with a long ball into the area, when it was failed to be cleared with a header Carl Rook was there once more on the edge of the area to powerhome.
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Febuary 6th 2010 - (The Courier) Sole double sinks Cazaly.
Longmead looked bleak today when Basingstoke beat the Angels 2-1. Giuessepe Sole scored twice to give Basingstoke a 2-0 lead. Richardson pulled one back for the blues but later missed a golden oppotunity to draw level.
Febuary 13th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels win first game of 2010
Carl Rook once again scored the opener for the Blues, keeping him it has proved to be a useful aquistion to the Angels side. Lee Worgan was left red faced when the ball bounced off the post, his head and ended up in his own net. Lewis Hamilton hit a wonderful goal to save Worgan's embaressment. The Cazaly manager said "This is the first win of many, this is the best 11 players ive seen at Angels since my arrival"
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Febuary 20th 2010 - (The Courier) Angels 3 - 0 Staines .
Tonbridge played their hearts out today in a 3-0 win to keep the promotion dreams alive. Once again Carl Rook scored the first for the Angels with an acute finish. Jamie Cade scored the second seemingly happy in his new found right wing position. Rodgers own goal finished off Staines as Cazaly grabbed another 3 points.
Febuary 27th 2010 - (The Courier) Rooks double makes in 3 wins in a row .
Carl Rook is simply on fire at the moment netting another 2 goals today. He made it 1-0 when he broke the offside trap and rounded the keeper. He then made it 2 in a similar fashion this time slicing the ball through the keeper legs. Welling did however bring one back, but it was the Blues that were celebrating in the end.
March 6th 2010 - (The Courier) Thurrock rise above.
Thurrock delighted home fans after beating in form Angels 2-1. Simon Thomas gave them the lead for about 40 minutes until Carl Rook equalised. David Ball ran off with the match ball after grabbing a winner 15 minutes from time. Balls late goal made major impact as team such as Morecambe become interested in his services.
(Sorry For Break... What You've Missed.... 2 draws, 4 wins, 4 losses.)
May 1st 2010 - (The Courier) Warrliows Champions Brushed Aside As Angels Secure Safety.
It could have gone either way for the Blues today but they managed to stay in the Blue Square South for another season. Tommy Warrilow justified leaving Angels when his Braintree side were declared champions 5 games before the end of the season, but it was O'Connor Angels that had the last laugh. Braintree took the lead on 19 minutes to send Cazaly into the bottom 3. Carl Rook popped up just before half time which kept Angels in the bottom three on goal difference. 3 minutes from time with everything looking bleak for Cazaly, Carl Rook popped up with a powered header to lift Angels up and out of relegation all the way to 17th place. Blues manager Leeum O'Connor said "The second half of the season has shown what a great side we are and i am backing this team to improve next year."
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August 2nd 2010 - (The Courier) Pre Season Round Up.
All Angels players extended their contracts to avoid the fiasco of last season, this includes Leeum O'Connor who has been signed a new deal which keeps him at the club for the next 3 years. Emmanuel Thomas and Cruise will not be renewing their contracts with Angels and the Cazaly have failed to land any players from Arsenal on loan. However Angels have made a number of signings over the summer this list is made up of, Miller, Seaton,Bore, Young and Burton all of which sign on free's. The Cazaly now have a squad of 24 players even so Mr O'Connor has managed to keep the wage budget below the maximum.
Season Review 2010/2011 Coming Soon
(From now on all news will be brought to you in the form of a monthly review)
Season 2011/2012 Blue Square Premier (Expectation 23rd)
Angels 2011/2012 Squad
Stuart Dorrill
Ashley Miller
Chris Powell
Ryan O'Neill
Jay Emmanuel-Thomas (loan)
Fraser Logan (c)
Lewis Hamilton
Nick Davis
Michael Scott
Scott Gooding
Paul Terry
James Dudley (loan)
Francis Coquellin (loan)
Bobby Behzadi
Shaun Newton
Peter Bore
Ryan Burton
John Seaton
Martin Young
Aj Leitch-Smith
Jamie Cade
Belal Aiteouakrim
Lewis Trimmer
Jean-Michel Sigere
Carl Rook
July 2011
Angels gear up to face their toughest test yet under Blue Square South manager of the year Leeum O'Connor, the Blue Square Premier league. Angels were suprisingly crowned champions a few weeks back and haven't come down from that high since. Manager Leeum O'Connor was signed a new contract keeping him at the club for 2 more years. Lee Worgan, Jon Heath and Tom Bryant have left the clubs on free's as they have decided their footballing future lyes elsewhere. 20 Year old Stuart Dorril who is yet to make an appearance for the blues will step in as the number 1 at longmead. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has released a press statement saying "O'Connor is highly talented" this was recieved by the Cazaly gaffer with great honour as Mr.O'Connor has always respected Wenger and claims it was him who made him want to become a manager. In a brief meeting Wenger has allowed 3 players to go on loan from his club to the angels to aide in their relegation struggle. 20 year old Francis Coquelin and two familiar faces in Jay Emmanuel Thomas and last years Blue Square South Player of the year and Cazaly favourite James Dudley. The manager has also decided to bring in Paul Terry and Chris Powell who were avalible on the free market.
August 2011
Angels kicked off their season with a draw in which they were very un-fortunate to not have won. James Dudley, Chris Powell and Aj Leitch-Smith were on the score sheet in a 3-3 draw with Dag&Red. Angels tasted defeat as they travelled to Accrington just being edged out 3 goal to 2, James Dudley and Aj Leitch-Smith were again on hand to score. Another road game for the Angels saw them lose 3-1 to Northwich, Aiteoukrim was the scorer for the blues. With only 1 point from a possible 9 Angels knew they would need to win soon to lift morale, and win they did, Jay Emmanuel Thomas netted the winner against Bishops Stortford from the penatly spot. Fraser Logan saved the Cazaly a point by scoring in the 79th minute against Salisbury after Aiteoukrim missed a first half penalty. Angels end the month with a marvelous comeback away in Bournemouth. Tonbridge were 2-0 down at half time before ex loan signing Mtandari put the ball passed his own keeper, Paul Terry scored twice on 66th and then on the 88th from a penalty.
September 2011
Leeum O'Connor has won the Manager of the month accolade whilst Tonbridge have enjoyed a spectacular september. Starting with continuing their unbeaten run at the Betterview this season with a 2-0 win against Ebbsfleet after Rook and Logan both netted from the penatly spot. Tonbridge came from 2-0 down to draw 3-3 at Grays, Ashley Miller got a late equaliser in injury time to save the blues. Angels then went on to thrash Chester at Longmead 4-1, Miller, Dudley, Terry and Thomas all got on the scoresheet. Cazaly then continued this great form with a 3-0 win at home against Lincoln, Cade, Rook and Terry all scored with Rook also missing from the spot. Angels travelled to Cambridge to romp them 4-1, Aj Leitch-Smith returned to the squad to score the first, Cade scored once and Dudley netted twice to round of the scoring. Cade was later taken off with an injury which will put him out for up to 2 weeks. The Blues finished the month with a bang beating Bromley 3-1 away from home after trailing 1-0 at the interval. Thomas, Dudley and Rook scored in the win. To round of September Mr O'Connor announced a new signing, 36 year old ex Charlton, Wolves and West Ham veteran Shaun Newton on a free transfer. Angels start October in 4th place.
October 2011
James Dudley couldn't recieve more praise at the moment, named Player of the season for Blue Square South a few months back, He was Augusts young player of the month, and now has been named October player of the month. Angels continued the great run of results by beating Stevenage 2-0 at home, James Dudley and Carl Rook were the scorers. A trip to Staines in the Setanta Shield 2nd round, saw the blues win again by a 2-0 scoreline, Leitch-Smith and Dudley scoring the goals. Angels first loss in a long time came at the hands of Kidderminster away, final score 2-0. The Angels bounced back into form with a 2-1 win away to Rushen, Emmanuel-Thomas and O'Neill hit the back of the net. Cazaly broke both their record attendance and gate receipts against Dover at the Betterview. 2647 fans flocked to watch the blues recieving £20,000, those that didn't go took the chance to watch Angels first ever game on tv. The final score ended up 3-1 to the blues with Cade netting twice and Coquellin getting the other. Angels have reached the 1st round of the FA Cup for the first time in history as they beat Waterlooville 2-0, goals from Cade and Coquellin. Angels finished up the month in 3rd place 1 point behind the leader with a 3-2 win against Wimbledon, Leitch-Smith, Terry and Cade all scored in the goal fest. Cade was also awarded goal of the month for his cracker against Wimbledon. In other news Tonbridge were paid the annual 24.3k from Arsenal for the continued partnership.
November 2011
November starts on a sad note for the Angels with assistant manager Cliff Cant leaving the club to take up the empty postition at Exeter, the blues will now need a new assistant. The misery continues as Angels first game in November ends up with them being dumped out of the Setanta Shield away to Salisbury 2-0. Just four days later Cazaly crash out of the FA cup first round to Brentford away from home 3-0. Returning to league fixtures Angels were on the road again and lost once more to Altrincham 1-0. The return to the Betterview for the Angels saw them beat Mansfield 2-1, Leitch-Smith and Terry getting the goals. Blues were straight back on the road but this time came through to beat Telford 1-0 with Michael Scott getting the goal. Angels finish the month still without an assistant but in 2nd place.
December 2011
Angels have announced a new assistant manager in David Unsworth. Unsworth of course speant 13 seasons at Everton and recently retired as a player of Dorchester. Angels kick off the month with a 3-0 win over Histon, Logan, Cade and an own goal added to the scoreline. This win put Angels top of the league. On the road the blues romped Crawley 5-2, Scott, Dudley, Terry, Cade and an own goal made up the 5. The FA Trohpy 1st round match at the Betterview ended with Angels progressing through a 2-0 win over Kidderminster, Dudley and Leitch-Smith scoring the goals. Angels remained top of the league over christmas. Boxing days match finished Salisbury 1 - 2 Tonbridge, Paul Terry and Carl Rook scoring the goals there. Angels rounded off 2011 with a 4-0 win against Accrinton, Terry, Thomas and Miller(2) score the goals. Millers wondefully curled effort grabbed goal of the month. Angels were doubley awarded when Paul Terry collected player of the month and Mr.O'Connor won Manager of the month.
January 2012
Angels kicked off the new year with a 2-1 win at Dag&Red, Shaun Newton and captain Fraser Logan grabbing the goals for the 3 points. 1st played 2nd in this all out bore draw as Tonbridge drew 0-0 with Wrexham. Hitchin were powerless against Tonbridge in the FA trophy second round, Miller, Dudley and Coquellin scoring in a 3-1 victory. Coquellin scored again in the next fixture to give Cazaly a 1-0 win over Northwich. Angels continued the unbeaten run when young hopeful Ross Leonard scored the only goal in a 1-0 win against Bishops. Youngster Richard Feguson scored for Angels in a match where it took 2 injury time goals either side of the half to overcome Bournemouth 3-1. To round off the long month of January Angels drew another blank with Wrexham in the FA Trophy 3rd round.
Febuary 2012
Ebbsleet couldn't hold Angels at home and slumped to a 2-0 loss with Ross Leonard and Paul Terry on song. Cazaly edged a win over Grays 3-2, goals from Hamilton, Scott and a late winner from Cade. Wrexham defeated Angels 3-0 to progress in the FA Trophy, this was the blues first loss in a long long time. Angels tryed to bounce back from the cup defeat only to be beaten again in the league by Lincoln 3-0. Angels remained top as Wrexham also lost their match but wanted to hit back for the poor form. Angels were at home for their game with Bromely and won the match 1-0 with Ross Leonard getting the only goal. The last game of Febuary ends with a 2-1 win over Cambridge Coquellin and free scoring Ross Leonard scored the goals. Mr O'Connor has stated since joining the club that Leonard looked a good prospect and is proving that he might now merit a first team place after turning 20 years old.
March 2012
Angels started spring with a 3-0 loss away to Chester. They then went on to beat Stevenage away from home 1-0 with Leonard getting the goal. Shortly after with a 4-1 win over Kidderminster, Coquellin, Leonard and Young(2) scored the goals. Thomas was the only goalscorer in a 1-1 draw with rivals AFC Wimbledon. Dudley netted twice against Rushen to give the blues a 2-1 home win. Hamilton & Rook finished up March by scoring in the 2-1 win over Telford.
April 2012
The last month of Blue Square Premier football. One point in the title race as Angels have a small advantage over Wrexham. Angels started off lucky with a 0-0 draw as Wrexham also drew. Hamilton, Terry & Rook scored in a 3-1 win over Altrincham. Angels then lost to Mansfield as Wrexham also lost. Wrexham then lost their game in hand and most recent match, which was made worse when Angels overcame Crawley and became Champions. Coquelin was the only scorer in the 1-0 win. Angels drew both of their last 2 games against Histon 1-1 with Leonard scoring. Then a 1-1 draw with Wrexham, Terry grabbing the goal. Mr O'Connor has described the title win as an unrealistic dream come true. "We expect to lose a few players this summer but the ones we can keep a hold of will be essential to next years survival. Angels finish the season 5 points clear of second place on 101 points.
May 2012
The results are in for the Blue Square Premier League awards. Jamie Cade finished in 2nd place in the Goal Of The Season. Leeum O'Connor has won Manager of the year for the second season running. Emmanuel-Thomas, Dudley and Terry all made it into the Team of the year. Emmanuel-Thomas, Coquellin and Dudley loan have ended and return to Arsenal respectivly.
Season 2012/2013 Coca Cola League Two (Expectation 24th)
June 2012
June begins with Sigere and Newton both announcing that they will be retiring at the end of the season. Paul Terry has been announced the fans player of the year for the 2011/2012 season. Angels officially turn professional today and will receive £275,000 for the new television rights. Mr O'Connor has turned down the oppotunity to re join Cliff Cant at Exeter after the club approached the blues front man. Mr O'Connor said "I couldn't leave Angels now, Exeter will have to look further than myself for a new gaffer. Arsenal have already stated that for a third season in a row James Dudley will be joining Angels on loan. Dudley has stated "I love the blues, i can even see myself joining here permantly when my contract with Arsenal runs out." Dudley set the record for most assists in a season last year and was also the clubs joint top scorer. He has the highest average rating over the 2 seasons and the blues must be thrilled to have kept a hold of him.
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