Firstly, a very warm welcome everyone from Harpenden.
Well, what a week! Firstly a good away victory on a Tuesday night and then a disappointing defeat on pens away at Moulton on Thursday night in the Gladwish Trophy. Proud of the performance Thursday night when you consider the players that were missing due to being cup tied and efforts a lot of the other players put in less than 48hrs before.
Onwards to Harpenden and a victory could see us jump the visitors in the league.
Monday night our ADL boys are playing in their first cup final of the season at Tring Athletic, kick off is at 7.45pm, so it would be good to see some of us down supporting the Dynamos family.
The Editor……
The Dave Green joke of the week –
”What's the best thing about Switzerland? I don’t know, but the flag is a big plus’
The Dynamos
The Greenfleets Stadium
Haywood Way
Aylesbury
Bucks
HP19 9WZ
Chairman:
Mike Borrett
Vice Chairman: Ryan Collings
Club Secretary: Iain Willcocks
Club Treasurer: James Moore
Head of Football
Development: Colin Young
Head of Youth Football: Kevin Woodstock
Head of Women’s Football: Toby O’Callaghan
Chief Welfare Officer: Paul Driscoll
Committee Members: Rosanna Martone
Adrian Green
Welcome to the committee, management, players and fans of Harpenden Town FC for this Spartan South Midlands Premier Division league game.
It has been a busy week for us, with the unfortunate postponement of Stotfold we then had two away games within 48 hours.
Firstly we travelled away to Arlesey and put in a solid professional performance, we didn't look under threat throughout the game and only conceded a freak goal. It was also great to see the return of Jordan Jenkins on a dual signing from Aylesbury United for the game. We would like to thank Jack Wells and Aylesbury United for allowing this to happen.
Thursday we travelled to Moulton and were let down by a poor first half performance which left us chasing the game being 2-0 down. We reacted and performed much better in the second half and got ourselves back to 2-2. If it went extra time instead of penalties, I would have expected us to win, unfortunately it went straight to penalties and Moulton won. Credit to Moulton whose league position defies their performance.
We are incredibly proud in the turnaround at the club since we come in, we now want to push and finish in the top half and that is the objective between now and the end of the season.
Enjoy the game.
Kingy & Greeny
Aylesbury Vale Dynamos is an amalgamation of Aylesbury FC and Bedgrove Dynamos, two local clubs with a rich history in local football. Aylesbury FC enjoyed a long history in senior and junior football dating back to the 1930’s under the previous names of Aylesbury Vale, Haywood United, Belgrave, Stocklake and Negretti and Zambra FC, which was founded in the 1930’s by workers at the Negretti and Zambra company then based in London’s King Cross district. The company moved to the Stocklake Industrial Estate, Aylesbury.
in 1949 and by the mid 50’s the premises had a bar, football, cricket and tennis facilities. The football club joined the Aylesbury District League in 1954. The social club changed its name to Stocklake when Negretti and Zambra sold the premises to the local council, who then leased the facilities; hence the different sections adopted the name Stocklake. Under the guidance of Chairman Mr Ernie Crotty, the club gained many honours including runners up in ADL’s top divisions, before gaining intermediate status in the Wycombe and District League first and senior divisions. Sadly Ernie was killed in a road accident just before the club moved premises to the present location at Haywood Way in 1987.
After gaining senior status and promotion to the Chiltern League in 1988, Stocklake enjoyed many further successes including Division One runners up in 1991, Premier Division and League Cup runners up the following season and Wycombe Senior Cup success in 1995. Cup success was also followed on in the following season, this time the Berks and Bucks Intermediate Cup being added to the trophy cabinet. Belgrave FC was formed in 1983 by Jim Sullivan who lived in nearby Belgrave Road. Jim had two sons who were passionate about football but were limited to where they could play, so formed a team himself with the help of neighbours Lynne and David Hatcher. By 1990, under the guidance of Danny Martone, Belgrave had grown to five youth teams providing football for over ninety boys from the Quarrendon and Haydon Hill areas of Aylesbury. 1996 saw the forming of two senior teams under the Belgrave FC name and by the turn of the millennium teams were represented at all levels from Under 8’s through to seniors,
At the start of the 2000/2001 season, the senior Belgrave FC team was renamed Haywood United following an amalgamation with Stocklake FC with Danny Martone voted in as chairman of the new club. Haywood United joined the Spartan South Midlands League and won promotion into Division One after two seasons. Notable achievements during the 2001/2002 season included league awards for the best kept and most improved ground; this included the erection of floodlights and perimeter fencing, which Danny and his hard working committee fought hard to establish. Season 2002/2003 saw a difficult start in Division One, but with the arrival of manager Jon Franklin and his assistant Keith Walker just after Christmas, the club eventually consolidated finishing in 9th place. Promotion was gained to the South Midlands Premier Division the following year after a campaign that saw 23 wins, 7 draws and only 4 losses. Haywood United proved themselves capable of staying in the Premier Division after finishing 3rd in the 2004/2005 season in a campaign that only include one loss in the twenty matches after Christmas. The club also entered the FA Cup and Vase for the first time and won the Buckingham Charity Cup in 2006.
Season 2006/2007 began with Haywood United becoming Aylesbury Vale FC and saw Keith Walker and Steve Gleinster take over as joint managers and steadily build a squad. This was recognised in the 2008/2009 season, under the management of Mark Eaton, with a good cup run in the FA Cup and FA Vase, winning three rounds in the FA Cup losing to Level 4 side Gosport after a replay, and losing out in the 4th round of the FA Vase to Leiston Town. . After Christmas the side suffered due to long term injuries and finished mid table. May 2009 saw a major new development in a new semi professional side vote for a name change. Aylesbury Football Club was formed under the leadership of Chairman Roger Dance and assisted by Vice Chairman Danny Martone
Former Chairman Bill Harrison was made President of the club. Great success on the field of play was to follow, with the team having a fantastic run in the F.A. Cup. We were the last 'level five' team in the country to remain in the competition and were rewarded with a visit to Haywood Way for the F.A. Cup trophy, allowing the team, supporters and local people to get their hands on this famous trophy and make the most of this memorable occasion. We were finally knocked out of the competition by Wealdstone in a close game. A brave and superb display was witnessed by a bumper crowd of 800 plus.
Meanwhile, away from the midst of F.A. Cup drama, our success continued, becoming 'Double Winners' Winning both the Spartan South Midland League and League Cup capping an extraordinary season and gaining promotion to the Southern League Division 1 Central. Steve Bateman took over in 2013/14, steered the club to safety in his first 6 months in charge. Then in 2014/15 with Bateman at the helm FC has their most successful season to date most successful to date. Playing at the highest level in the club’s history, the team finished third in the League, having been pushing for promotion all season and narrowly lost out in the semi final to Bedworth United having already beaten them twice in the league. the 2015/16 finished with a flourish as the club finished just outside the play off positions, but had the consolation of our first major Cup Final, beating Chesham United in the Berks & Bucks Cup at Windsor. Steve Bateman and his management team resigned at the end of the season and Danny Gordon & Gareth Risbridger took the helm , supported by Paul Bonham , Ryan Wiffin & Aaron Norman. Davis Haule took over from Gordon & Risbridger in December 2016, appointed brother Brian as his assistant and recruited former coaches Fraser McLachlan, Aaron Wiffin and added Ryan Collings to his back room staff for the 2017/18 season. In 2018/19 Scott Reynolds was appointed manager and when he resigned midway through the season it was left to Paul Bonham to take control but because of ground grading issues the Southern League made the decision to relegate the club and so after ten seasons in the Southern League. Phil Granville and Ben Gill were appointed midway through last season and will kick off the 2020/21 season again in the Spartan Premier Division. Steve Bateman was re appointed as manager in September 2021 and replaced summer 2022 by Michael East & Liam Dwyer
Bedgrove Dynamos
Alf Buckland, a resident of Finmere Crescent, formed Bedgrove Dynamos in 1968. It was created to fill a void in activities for boys within the Bedgrove area on the south side of Aylesbury. In 1980, Dave Bayliss became involved when he brought his Cub side to the Bedgrove Park. The teams amalgamated and Dave went on to be the chairman for 21 years, stepping down in the year 2000. Within two years and barely a full strip between them, they managed not only to win the Under 12's Aylesbury & District League (ADL), but went on to win the 13's & 14's league in consecutive years and, by which time, they now had four teams at various age groups.
Over the years the club has grown and has won many tournaments and trophies, especially at county level. Many teams have toured abroad and the club has also entertained boys from Europe and America. We can boost that we are the only boys club to have a club pennant on display in Barcelona's trophy room. At the start of the season 2001/02 the club was the largest junior club in the Aylesbury area, running teams from under 8's through to under 18's. At the end of the season 2001/02 the club managed to win the coveted Berks and Bucks Cup at under 14's, the Mayor's Cup at under 12's, represented in two other cup finals, won 3 league titles, gained 6 promotions in total and all teams finished in the top 6 to the fairplay awards for their respective leagues. In the last 20 seasons across the age groups the club has won 25 divisional titles, and runners up 20 times.
In 2019 two became one when the sides amalgamated with the intention of allowing the youth of the town to progress through junior football to youth and then adult football and play at the highest possible level.
Jordan King – Joint Manager
FA Qualified Coach Jordan started his managerial career at Aylesbury Park Rangers in 2012, achieving three promotions in consecutive seasons and also led the side to the Tom Sparkes League Cup. Then at Aston Clinton between 2015 and 2018 the side achieved back to back promotion finishes and in 2017/18 Aston were runners up in Spartan South Midlands League Div Two and the Division Two Cup Runners up. In 2020 he joined Aylesbury Vale Dynamos as assistant manager and oversaw a rebuild alongside Phil Granville gaining 19 points from the first 10 games before Covid curtailed the season.
Jordan became joint manager with James Green at Winslow United and the pair gave the club their joint highest finish.
James Green – Joint Manager
James joined Winslow United at Youth Level, taking a side through all of the age groups from u7-u18. Honours included multiple League/Cup titles, winning the Be & Bucks Cup, top 5 finishes in the Junior Premier League & reaching the FA Youth Cup 1st Round Proper for two consecutive seasons at u18 facing Charlton Athletic & Ipswich Town.
In 2021 James became joint First Team Manager with Jordan King at Winslow United and the pair gave the club their joint highest ever finish. Finishing 3rd place, with 80 points from 38 games, scoring 104 goals along the way. James’ reputation has been built over many years, helping to develop top youth talent regionally as they successfully transition into senior football across the Non-League levels. Some of whom we’d hope to see at Haywood Way.
Successful playing career playing at Oxford City, Witney Town and Kidlington. Vastly experienced having various management positions at Hale Leys United, Aston Clinton FC, Winslow United FC, Aylesbury United U18’s and Penn & Tyler’s Green FC.
– GK Coach
Tom is GK coach, Bammo is also a coach with GK Icon and brings vast GK experience to the management team. Previous clubs.Bucks Fire Rescue
Ken Hazell – Coach
Tom Bamford
Charlie
JONES
Experience Goalkeeper signed from Dunstable Town where he started 10 games this season.
Charlie is an athletic, technical goalkeeper, who is excellent with his feet and offers superb distribution.
Jet DYER
Jet has a gifted left foot and is currently playing in our U18’s Floodlit team. Jet has also been at Aylesbury United.
Still only 17, Jet has a bright future ahead of him.
Charlie
ATTWELL
Charlie is strong ball playing defender who signed from Winslow United. He was Jordan & James’s Managers Player of the Season at Winslow after making 45 appearances. Solid defensively and equally as good going forward.
Jake
BALDWIN
Young striker who is another player who has progressed from the U18s side. Skilful on the ball and very calm in front of the . Made a great impact in his first season where he became a regular and scored six goals in a truncated season. Now an important part of the first team, a real joker and team player
Dave
BROWN
Dave is a skilful and energetic midfielder who signed from Winslow United in 2020. Dave also started every game for Aylesbury Flooring as they won the FA Sunday Cup in 2019.
Playes an important role in the centre of the Dynamos midfield this term
Max ROSNER
Max is a young and very strong defender currently on loan from Beaconsfield Town.
Great feet and vision has forced Max into the first team squad
Terry GRIFFITHS
Imposing Central Defender who re signs this season as Club Captain. Has now made 50 Dynamos appearances since joining in season 2020/21 in the pandemic affected season. when he made an immediate impact shuring up the Dynamos defence
Jack
EMPSON
Jack is a young and talented fullback, who is strong and creative and like to drive forward with the ball. Jack previously played for MK Dons Academy and has signed on loan from Kettering Town.
Harvey
MATTHEWS
Harvey has worked his way through the youth set up and played every game in the Development team in the 21/22 season.
A great central defender who is hoping to get his chance in the 1st Team set up soon.
Jacob WILLIAMSON
Box to box midfielder joins from AFC Rushden & Diamonds after a short spell with Newport Pagnell
Another MK Dons academy player, highly technical player who is great on the ball and covers a lot of ground.
Jacob has a famous sister in Arsenal and England international Leah.
Charlie JACKSON
Creative midfielder resturns to Dynamos after being a member of the 20/21 season. Previously spent 7 years in the MK Dons academy before moving to Oxford United. A highly talented player who adds quality to the team.
Rio DEALL
Rio, who previously played at MK Dons academy for 6 years, has impressed throughout the season and is a key player in the squad. Rio is a fantastic attacking midfielder who creates and scores goals. A great addition to the team.
Evans LAMBOH
An all round attacking midfielder with lots of flare. Evans was previously with Tring Athletic and Aylesbury United and joins the squad from Risborough Rangers.
Abu Khan
Young exciting player who can play wide or through the middle. Has had spells at Winslow and Thame recently before returning back to The
Dynamos
Sadibo CAMARA
Sadibo has been with the club from U8’s and worked his way through the system. Currently an U18’s Floodlit League player, his fast pace and skill causes defences problems from the start. One for the future…!
Antonio IANELLI
Antonio has been a target of ours across pre season and after a recent break he has joined and featured in our FA cup game at the weekend. Despite his young age his versatility, technical ability and football intelligence will be a great addition to the club.
Curtis BROWN
An athletic, wide player, who’s pace, strength and power makes him very difficult to play against.
Curtis burst onto the scene scoring 23 goals in 25 starts for Winslow in his first season in senior football. Also scoring against Ipswich Town in the FA Youth Cup.
Kris COLLIER
An athletic, strong midfielder who currently captains the U18’s team at the club.
Kris has made a handful of 1st team appearances and is a box to box scoring midfielder.
Chris STAPLETON
Experienced striker who joined in 20/21 from Dunstable Town where he was club captain. Chris is very much a leader on the field and made an immediate impact with his non stop running and aerial ability. He adds goals and quality to a young forward line
Dan LAMBETH
Powerful center forward returns to Dynamos after a year out. He was a member of the 20/21 season squad where he scored an impressive 17 goals in 15 games.
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A brief history of Harpenden Town Football Club
Harpenden Town Football Club was formed as Harpenden F.C. 1891 playing in both the MidHerts and Herts County Leagues, winning the Mid-Herts on numerous occasions. Town was added in the 1908.
Town climbed into the South Midlands League in 1957 winning the Premier Division title in 1962 and 1965 and in 1968 adding both the Herts Charity Shield & the South Midlands League Shield to their trophy haul.
Season 1990-91 saw a significant investment in the club with the erection of the Centenary Stand, and, the installation of floodlights. The Club obtained entry to the FA Cup for the first time in 1998 and is a regular contender in the FA Vase.
After a turbulent period resulting in relegation from the Premier Division in 2000 and 2005. At the start of the 2006/07 season a new committee was in place their first move was to gain the Football Associations Charter Standard Accreditation, which ensured the correct structures were in place.
On the field the club also required stabilising and it was felt that more local community approach was needed so links with Harpenden Colts were established to bring through local young players ensuring a pathway from under sevens to adult football.
Success soon followed and after only one year Harpenden Town was named Herts FA Charter Standard club of the year thanks to their community work, which included hosting an anti racism event, an adult seven aside competition, free coaching offered to schools/junior teams and the development of women’s football through the Herts youth system.
In 2015 having successfully obtained £100k of funding the clubs facilities were refurbished, this made a positive impact on the club and its profile. 2018-19 was the last for our very successful manager Danny Plumb. He achieved our promotion to the Premier Division in 2016-2017, the following season the club finished in 3rd place, winning the League Cup.
Over the last two seasons the club has established a strong position in the Spartan South Midlands Premier League with a stable group of enthusiastic coaches led by Micky Nathan. Celebrating our 130th year we have been able to install state of the art LED floodlights. Thanks to our expanding group of volunteers for the first time in a number of years the club have First, Reserve and U18 squads.
To join the ever growing band of local businesses who are supporting the Dynamos please mail us at infoavdfc@gmail.com
Spartan Prem
Saturday 18th March 2023
Match Officials:
Nick Reece
The Dynamos Harpenden Town
Yellow & Blue Yellow
Charlie JONES (GK) 1 Alex DESMOND(GK)
Jack EMPSON 2 Jake ANTHONY
Jet DYER 3 Jake COLLINS
Max ROSNER 4 Lewis CROUCHER
Terry GRIFFITHS © 5 Ivan MACHADO
Charlie ATTWELL 6 Spencer O’LEARY
Abu KHAN 7 Joshua RODRIGUEZ
Dave BROWN 8 Josh SETCHELL
Jake BALDWIN 9 Mickey SHUTTLEWOOD
Dan LAMBETH 10 Andrew SIMMONS
Rio DEALL 11 Lawrence WHIFFEN
Antonio IANELLI 12 Miles HABASHI
Kris COLLIER 13 Isaiah HILAIRE
Curtis BROWN 14 Ryan PLOWRIGHT
Charlie JACKSON 15 James YOUNGER
Evans LAMBOH 16 George ROBINSON
Jordan JENKINS 17 Darnell FULLER
Cam COOK 18
Sadibo CAMARA 19
Prince Will MADU 20
Lewis WORKMAN 21 22 23 24
Manager: Jordan KING & James GREEN Manager: Mickey Nathan
Kevin Dunnings
Eddy Clifford
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Next Up @ Haywood Way:
1st XI V Stotfold
Tue 21st March – 7.45pm K/O
Spartan Prem League