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Connor also has some distinctive tattoos, one on his wrist saying ‘DAD’ and three tattoos on le hand saying ‘LIFE IS
Police O cers are asking anyone who may have seen Connor or know his whereabouts to get in touch. You can do so by calling 101 and quoting incident number 694 of 11 October 2024.
Does High Green Truly Deserve Its Label as One of She eld’s Poorest Areas? A Closer Look at the Tennis Club’s Fundraising Success
High Green has been described by a BBC News reporter as one of the poorest areas in She eld when reporting on a fundraising effort by its local tennis club.
e club needed to raise £17,500 to unlock a £7,500 pledge from Sport England in order to resurface its three courts, which are essential for their continued participation in the Shefeld and District Tennis League. ese courts, which hadn’t been resurfaced in 18 years, were falling apart, putting the future of the club at risk.
e article describes High Green ‘as one of the poorest areas in She eld’ ’, and the club’s fundraising campaign proved to be a resounding success. Donations owed in from various sources, including other tennis clubs, churches, charities, and local businesses. Members organised events such as a marathon and a race night, further boosting their funds, while local companies contributed goods and services to help reduce costs. South Yorkshire-based SC Sports donated the coating materials, and SteelPhalt provided free asphalt for the resurfacing.
Karen Lyon, a long-standing member of the club and its fundraising manager, credited the “reputation of the club within the local community” for the overwhelming support. She acknowledged that the club serves “what isn’t an a uent area,” but noted that the response had been “incredible.”
However, this raises the question: does High Green, characterised as a deprived area, truly t that description? e generosity shown by local businesses, churches, and organisations challenges this narrative. With contributions from well-established rms like SC Sports and SteelPhalt, it seems that the area may have access to more resources than one might expect in one of She eld’s ‘poorest’ areas.
While High Green may indeed face its share of socioeconomic di culties, the success of this fundraising e ort suggests that there are strong community ties and valuable resources that contradict the idea of a truly deprived neighbourhood.
e core of this story, however, remains the tennis club’s ability to bring the community together for a shared cause. Whether or not High Green is one of She eld’s poorest areas, the tremendous support for the club reveals a community rich in solidarity, determination, and generosity.
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SUPERCLEAN SUPERTRAM –Mayor thanks staff
South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard has praised Supertram sta for their e orts in cleaning trams and stops, thanks to investment from the Mayor and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA).
Since coming back into public control in March, Supertram has been undergoing a deep cleaning operation, addressing ingrained dirt, gra ti, and grime across the network.
Mayor Coppard recently met sta at the Nunnery depot to thank them for their work.
Alongside the cleaning, over £33 million is being invested into the network, with new ticketing machines, a trial for more trams at peak times, and future plans for refurbishment and eet upgrades by 2032.
Coppard aims to build a world-class public transport system for South Yorkshire.
Man dies after crash near hospital
A man has died a er a crash near Northern General Hospital in She eld, police said.
O cers were called to the junction of Barnsley Road and Herries Road at about 14:48 BST on Sunday, where a black Mercedes had crashed into a premises.
A man in his 50s was taken to hospital where he later died.
Nobody else was injured in the crash and the junction was temporarily closed while emergency services worked at the scene.
South Yorkshire Police has appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
Bloor Homes Opens Showhome Doors at Deepcar
Bloor Homes is opening its doors to three new showhomes for the first time at its brand-new Wharncliffe Park development in Deepcar on Saturday 26th October.
Clare Bright, Sales Director for Bloor Homes’ East Midlands region, said “We are thrilled to welcome visitors to come and see our three beautiful new energy efficient showhomes at Wharncliffe Park, located off Manchester Road in Deepcar.
“We have already sold one home prior to the official launch and have had a great deal of interest in the new homes we are building here. With the showhomes opening, people can now come and see for themselves the excellent quality and style we are bringing to the area. We have one, two, three and four bedroom homes available, which means there really is something for everyone. Some homes are futureproofed too, with solar panels and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points included.
“We are inviting visitors to come and see our three-bedroom Grovier and four bedroom Heaton and Wetton showhomes, and to discover the advantages of both buying new, and buying at the start of the development when there is so much more flexibility and choice.
“People purchasing now will be able to select the house style and plot they wish to purchase and depending on the build stage of their new home, for example, they can make decisions about their choice of kitchen, flooring and tiles.”
The friendly sales team at Wharncliffe Park will also take visitors through the process of buying new and the support Bloor Homes offers for those with an existing home to sell, including its excellent Assisted Move and Part Exchange Schemes.
Clare adds: “With no forward chain and all the benefits of a brand new, low maintenance, energy efficient home which also comes with a 10-year NHBC Warranty, this is a great time to explore home buying options with us.”
Bloor Homes has a choice of new homes across 29 different house styles available at this 426-home development, which has excellent commuter links to Sheffield, Barnsley and Huddersfield. For families, Wharncliffe Park is located close to St John’s CE of E School, Stocksbridge Junior School, and Stocksbridge High School.
For further information please contact the PR Team at Aylesworth Fleming by emailing BloorPR@AFagency. co.uk.
For more information about Wharncliffe Park, visit the new showhomes from 26th October and register online at bloorhomes.com to receive priority marketing information about the new homes as they are released for sale.
Homegrown ART Festival
Voyager Art Space is making waves in the Stocksbridge area with it’s unique approach showcasing local artisans and making art available to all.
Located among the challenging shop fronts of Stocksbridge High Street, between Stocksbridge staple BARC charity shop and the new laundrette, Voyager brings a fresh, micro gallery vibe to the once successful parade, offering us all a glimmer of hope what the High Street once was and could still be.
Voyager gives visitors a retreat into the land of local artists, a gallery of inspiration and a place to go for beautifully hand made items. Known by those who already frequent it as the ‘goto’ destination for last minute unique gifts.
Inside you will find studio ceramics, paintings, sculpture textiles and prints as well as a collection of hand made and re purposed jewellery. There are books by local authors, including a full collection of children’s books by Suzy Senior and CD’s by local musicians. Vintage, antique and unusual second hand items rub shoulders with all this local talent. The place is infused with individuality, inclusivity and joy and brings a feel of the ‘Kelham Island art scene’ to our Stocksbridge shores.
Voyager has workshops, in person events and local engagement opportunities including poetry
OCTOBER
WEDNESDAY
16 Bolsterstone Archaeology and Heritage Group AGM and talk. 7.30pm The AGM will be followed by a talk from Colin Merrony on Gainsborough Old Hall. The event will be on zoom (members only), contact bahgmembership@ gmail.com for details. We meet in the hall at Christchurch on Manchester Rd, Stocksbridge. Refreshments available, there is a small entry charge: Non-members £4, members £2. All welcome.
16 Stocksbridge High School. 4pm to 6pm. “How to Help Your Child Succeed” session for Y11 parents. An opportunity to meet with Senior Leadership Team to discuss how to support your child to do well at school. Booking on Stocksbridge High School Parent Forum website using Microsoft Link QR code. For all Y11 parents, whether they attended the very useful first session earlier this term, or not.
and book readings for children. There is a calendar of regular makers demonstrations with opportunities to meet the makers or work with local art groups; Art Round’ere and Pennine Artists amongst others.
This one of a kind art space is curated by Josette who offers the warmest of welcomes visitors.
Josette is engaging and dedicated to Voyagers success and is the backbone behind this Social Enterprise pushing its potential to be a reliable local hub for the arts.
Josette is supported by a handful of dedicated volunteers who recognise the community impact Voyager is having. These volunteers help keep the place open, many are makers who contribute to the gallery but a range of skills are needed. Ask in the gallery if you are considering volunteering, we will discover your hidden talents.
Born from a pop-up gallery at Homegrown Festival only a year ago, the continued success of this venture relies on community support and continued collaboration with other small businesses, to ensure it cements itself at the heart of the High Street. The team at Voyager and it’s growing community of artists and creators are currently taking part in the local Homegrown Festival with artists exhibiting from around the local area until the end of October. Why not call in for a browse, you’re welcome.
FRIDAY
18 At St Saviours Church, 10 30am To 12noon Mortomley Lane, High Green. Coffee Morning: The Mothers Union Welcome All Into Our Lovely Church, Coffee & Home Made Cakes. Good Company, All Proceeds To Charitable Funds.
SATURDAY
19 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Annual Fungus walk. As nature starts to think about shutting down for the winter, it’s time for our annual look at the fungi putting in an appearance this year. Meet in the Long Lane car park for a prompt 10am start, finish around 12 noon. Guide ... Alan Smith www. walc.epizy.com
19 High Green Art Exhibition , 19th and 20th October, St Mary’s Church Hall, Packhorse Lane, 10am to 4pm. An exhibition of local art work, a selection of which will be available to buy. Free entry with raffle tickets and refreshments available for purchase.
THURSDAY
17 Friends of Wortley Hall Gardens September meeting will be on Tuesday 17th at Wortley Hall and will be the start of year social with tea, coffee and cakes. New members welcome, admission is £2.50, free for friends of Wortley Hall Gardens. If you are interested contact Barry on 0114 2830056
19 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners and Friends of Wisewood and District - Bulb Planting and Seasonal crafts (weaving with natural materials, making puppets with sticks and clay and mobiles) in the Wisewood Community Garden next to RIVA and Wisewood Sports Centre. Refreshments (home made cakes) and more crafts/children’s activities in Wisewood
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22 TARA’s Coffee Morning at the Christian Centre, Cedar Road 10.15 - 11.45 am Everyone welcome so just drop in for cake and coffee 07957 206646
WEDNESDAY
23 Don Valley Probus will meet at 10.00AM in Christ Church Community Hall, 586 Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, with a presentation by Ron Pickering, `North Yorks Moors Railway`. Our meetings are always relaxed and take place on alternate Wednesday mornings throughout the year. For more information about our group, please visit our website at www.donvalleyprobus.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you at our next meeting
23 Local wildlife special at The Venue. 6-8pm Films, talks, discussion. All welcomeStocksbridge Community Forum
SATURDAY
26 High Green Methodist Church. Autumn Fayre starting at 11am.
Stalls include cakes, bric-abrac, gifts, books, tombola etc. Sandwiches, cakes and drinks are available. All welcome.
26 Science Club at the In-
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man Pavilion, 2.00 - 4.00 pm Moorland Drive S36 1EG Have fun with Magnets!
MONDAY
28 10.00 - 11.45am Kids’ Spooky Craft Club at the Inman Pavilion Moorland Drive S36 1EG. Come and make lots of spooky things for just £2.00!
NOVEMBER
FRIDAY
1-3 Silkstone Parish Church S75 4JH Wonderfully Made in Yorkshire. 40 stalls selling unique handmade gifts . Light refreshments available. Entry - £1.00 Opening times: Friday - 12.00 noon - 8.00 pm; Saturday & Sunday - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
SATURDAY
2 EPPiC Theatre On SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2nd, there will be a morning of free musical entertainment COFFEE and CHORDS with WELSH JOHN . His guests this month are well known duo John and Vic Bowden, Daz Barry and Lou Marriott ( all subject to late changes) Taking place at our regular Saturday coffee morning at EPPiC Theatre, Ecclesfield S35 9TP Doors open at 10am, with entertainment starting at approximately 10.45 Admission is FREE, but the sale of refreshments helps theatre funds. Theatre is open every Saturday from 10 until 12 noon
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3 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Commoners MuckIn morning- Probably clearing small saplings. Everyone is welcome ... come for as long or as little as you like. Meet 10:00, finish at 12 noon. We have tools, please bring good gloves if you have some. www.walc.epizy.com or facebook page for more details.
MONDAY
4 Bradfield Historical Society - Yorkshire People, a talk by Josephine Firth, Village Hall, Low Bradfield, 2337463, bradfield.history@mypostoffice.co.uk, 7.30pm
WEDNESDAY
6 Stocksbridge and District WI are meeting at Christchurch Community Hall, Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, 7:15 for 7:30pm start time. We will be having a Tropic Skincare demonstration and will be swishing our unwanted clothes and accessories with any left over items being donated to the local charity shops. Further details 07917021268
SATURDAY
9 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - Autumn Bird Walk - John and Anne Robinson’s regular seasonal bird walks continue. Have the winter visitors begun to return? No dogs on this walk please. Meet at 9am at Rural Lane Car Park, FREE but donation welcome. www.walc.epizy.com
MONDAY
11 Worrall Environmental Group have a meeting at 7:30pm in the Blue Ball with the usual agenda: Parks, Tubs, Troughs, Budget, Clean up, etc. Followed by the AGM. All Worrallers welcome. Refreshments afterwards. No charge.
THURSDAY
14 Chapeltown WI will meet at 7.30pm in the Methodist Church when they will welcome Elaine Ward from Cry as their speaker. The competition is for an Autumn Decoration. New members and visitors will always be made welcome.
SUNDAY
17 Craft Stalls by local makers and Refreshments - 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Hoylandswaine Village Hall, Haigh Lane (By the cricket field) S36 7JJ. ww.hoylandswainevillagehall.co.uk
MONDAY
18 Wadsley and Loxley Commoners - a short AGM followed by ‘Comtempory Photos of Old Loxley’ by Malcolm Nunn, 7.30pm, Wadsley Church Hall, Worrall Road. www.walc.epizy.com
SATURDAY
30 Ecclesfield Spartans Jfc Christmas Fayre 11am - 4pm Civil Sports Club, Green Lane, S35 9WY Come along and see Santa only £2 per child Loads of local stalls - free entry, free parking
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MONDAYS
Men’s Activity and Games Session Stocksbridge Community Leisure Centre Monday afternoons 1-30pm to 3-30pm Cost £1 (includes free refreshments) Activities will include a range from Badminton, Table Tennis, Indoor Curling, Dominoes, Card and Board Games, Quiz Contact Andy Walker 07723 506423 for further information.
Millhouse Green Male Voice Choir practise on Monday evenings (7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.) at Millhouse Green Institute, Manchester Road, Millhouse Green. If you want to join us, come on Monday 2023 to meet us and see if you like us. Bass voices are needed so have a go at singing in the Bath first! Contact 01226 764642 for more information Baby and Toddler group at the Christian Centre, Cedar Road S36 1AS. Mondays during term-time 9.30 - 11.30 am. Drop in anytime. Sponsored by T.A.R.A.
TUESDAYS
CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) Tea, coffee, cakes, dominoes and other games, and friendship. Every Tuesday 2-4 pm at St Andrew’s Church, High Street, Penistone. (Next to the library).For more details: 07903 628820
Every Tuesday - Thorncliffe Bowling Club invites you
to their Over 50s afternoon starting at 1:45pm. Bowls and coaching are available. At Thorncliffe Bowling Club, off Mortomley Close, High Green. Tuesday at 1.30pm Stocksbridge Bowls Club will hold an open crown green bowls sessions at the green behind the tennis courts on Linde Crescent. Experienced bowlers are on hand to help you enjoy this friendly sport. Refreshments are available.
WEDNESDAYS
Everyone is welcome at the Tea and Chat group - 1:003:00pm every Wednesday afternoon at St Leonards Church Wortley. Pop in for a drink and a chat. Contact Joan for more details: 0114 2887435
Thurgoland Community Choir, every Wednesday 7pm - 9:30pm Holy Trinity Church, Thurgoland.
THURSDAYS
Open House Community Café
Everyone is welcome at Open House, our new community café - 1:30-3:30pm every Thursday at Holy Trinity Thurgoland Church. Pop in for coffee, cakes and a chat. Contact Hannah for more details: hannahosandoval@gmail.com
Crazy For You - it’s a great moo-sical!
You’ve been singing a selection of Broadway classics all evening, you’re looking forward to a relaxing cup of tea… and somebody’s drunk all the milk!
There’s no need to panic at STOS Theatre Company rehearsals, though, because the team will always have a extra couple of pints of Our Cow Molly milk on hand.
The celebrated Dungworth dairy has joined forces with STOS to help promote the forthcoming production of George Gershwin musical Crazy For You - adverts for the show have been appearing on Our Cow Molly milk cartons throughout the city.
“We realised that a great way to promote Crazy for You would be to go straight into people’s homes - and an advert on a milk carton is going to be right there on so many breakfast tables,” said STOS chair Mark Harris.
Crazy For You - a classic Broadway story of a stage-struck boy, a beautiful girl, cowboys, chorus girls and a run-down Depression era theatre - is on stage at Sheffield’s Lyceum from November 19 to 23.
The show features some of the greatest songs from Broadway’s Golden Age, including I Got Rhythm, They Can’t Take That
Away from Me, Embraceable You, Someone to Watch Over Me and Nice Work If You Can Get It.
STOS Theatre Company produces the world’s top musicals at Sheffield’s Lyceum Theatre, made for and by the people of South Yorkshire.
Recent hits have included Barnum, Shrek: The Musical, Sunshine on Leith, Elf: The Musical, My Fair Lady, Gypsy and White Christmas
STOS draws on the very best local talent, employs hugely experienced professional creative teams, and invests upwards of £100,000 on each show to ensure the production values are without equal, performing exclusively at the Lyceum.
The company’s shows have been seen by more than 15,000 people in the last three years of hits alone.
For more information about visit stos.org.uk/contact-us/
Crazy For You is at the Lyceum from November 19 to 23. For tickets call 0114 249 6000 or visit sheffieldtheatres.co.uk
Picture: STOS chair Mark Harris and the team take a break with a cup of tea - and Our Cow Molly Milk
Bikes, Bats, and Autumn Colours
Steel Valley Project invites you to enjoy the stunning autumn scenery with two upcoming bike rides as part of the Big Bike Revival, supported by Cycling UK. These events are perfect for anyone looking to spend more time cycling in the countryside.
The "Autumn Colours" ride takes place on Monday, 21st October at 10am, returning by noon. It’s a gentle, scenic ride through the beautiful local landscape.
On Wednesday, 30th October, join the Halloween-themed "Bats & Bikes" ride through Wharncliffe Woods. Departing from Fox Valley at 4pm, you’ll cycle the Little Don Link at dusk, using bat detectors to search for bats. The ride is family-friendly, covering a 3-mile round trip.
Both rides start from Trek Bicycles in Stocksbridge. If needed, bikes, including E-bikes, are available for loan (subject to availability). All events are free, but booking is required via www.steelvalleyproject.org/events/.
Much loved Daughter of Lindsey and Roger. Big Sis to Steven.
A celebration service will be held at Grenoside Crematorium, South Chapel on Tuesday 22nd October at 12.30pm.
Please feel welcome to join family and friends at The Pen Nook afterwards.
Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to St Luke’s Hospice.
Four men charged with drug supply offences
Four men have appeared in court charged with drug offences following the execution of several warrants at properties in Sheffield on Wednesday 9 October.
IN MEMORY OF JACK & PAUL
CANDLELIGHT VIGIL
On 22nd October at 6pm, a candlelight vigil will take place at Barnsley Town Hall and online to mark the ten-year anniversary of the tragic deaths of Jack (12) and Paul (9), who were killed in a fire deliberately set by their father. Despite their mother, Claire Throssell MBE, warning authorities of the potential danger, the boys were allowed unsupervised contact with their father, leading to their deaths.
Since the tragedy, Claire has campaigned tirelessly for safer child contact arrangements and reforms in family court decisions. She advocates for children’s voices to be prioritised and for courts to base their decisions on facts, especially in cases involving known domestic abusers. Claire states, “No more children should be put at risk of harm.”
The vigil will include speeches, candle lighting, and moments of reflection. Those unable to attend are encouraged to share a picture of a candle on social media using the hashtag #ShineALight. The event aims to raise awareness of the issues surrounding unsafe child contact in family courts, honouring the memory of Jack and Paul while pushing for change to prevent further tragedies.
Local domestic abuse charity IDAS supports the vigil and the campaign for family court reform. Sarah Hill, Chief Executive of IDAS, praised Claire as an “inspirational campaigner” and urged the community to show their support either in-person or online.
Women’s Aid is also backing the vigil. Farah Nazeer, Chief Executive of Women’s Aid, ex-
pressed solidarity with Claire, highlighting her significant impact on family court practices. Women’s Aid launched the ‘Child First’ campaign in 2016, advocating for the end of unsafe child contact with abusive parents. Claire’s petition, calling for changes to child contact arrangements, recently surpassed 100,000 signatures and will be presented to Downing Street in November.
The vigil serves not only as a remembrance of Jack and Paul but as a call for action to ensure children’s safety in family court decisions, protecting them from the risks posed by unsafe parental contact.
Baran Aslan, 19, of Deerlands Avenue, Sheffield, is charged with possessing a controlled Class B drug, acquiring criminal property, participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group, and two counts of conspiring to supply a Class A controlled drug.
Jack Hackford, 22, of Kenninghall View, Sheffield, is charged with possessing a controlled Class B drug, participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group, and two counts of conspiring to supply a Class A controlled drug.
Abdisamed Mohammed, 20, of Deerlands Avenue, Sheffield, is charged with participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group, and two counts of conspiring to supply a Class A controlled drug.
Tomasz Sikora, 20, of William Street, Sheffield, is charged with acquiring criminal property, participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group, and two counts of conspiring to supply a Class A controlled drug.
The four men appeared at Sheffield Magistrates’ on Friday 11 October and were remanded into custody. They will next appear at Sheffield Crown Court on 8 November.
Local Opinion
A Metre or 2 of Tarmac
A metre, almost 2, that’s how wide the public pathway is that runs in front of my house. When She eld City Council gave in to a long and ardent neighbourhood campaign to lay our new pathway, we were elated. At last, the creeping wildness was put back in its place, and we now live alongside it smarter, safe and tidy. It gleams wonderfully in the rain and inspires civic pride. e last time a metre played a signi cant role in my life was the 2 metre rule, as we’ll all remember, to safeguard each other’s health during the pandemic. e original standard metre is a length of platinum prized for its purity and toughness and is held under lock and key in the hushed, quietness of the National Archives of Paris1 and replaced the arbitrary units of measurement used during the Ancien Regime. Instead of the’ King’s foot’ prone to the inaccuracy of arbitrary kinks and bias, scholars were sent across the globe, gathering information from the earth itself and calculating as only they can do, units de ned by the Earth itself. So the metre has form in terms of making its presence felt. Public pathways run like veins through our housing estate, delivering children to schools, worshippers to church, connecting houses and shops, partnering roadways, running around closes, nipping into alleyways. A metre or 2 of tarmac, could be revolutionary.
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Out of the mouths….cometh wisdom
Mummy, why are we getting all dressed up? We’re going on a special ride today darling. Oh good can my friend come? Err.. not really darling it’s very expensive and Susan probably can’t a ord it ...and she doesn’t have a horse! ...haha... Well ...we’re rich why don’t we pay for her? ...Erm ..just get dressed darling! ...
What are all these dogs for mummy? Oh, they’re for hunting the fox, I mean following a trail across the moors…. Oh… why do we need so many mummy? Well, its tradition dearest. Can’t one or two dogs follow a scent trail... Ive seen them race across the peaks, that time we were on holiday? Yes wasn’t that fun darling, although daddy lost an awful lot of er… money.(quietly). Ok Penney all saddled up? Right were o ….isn’t this jolly fun! Mummy what’s that man yelling at? Are we trespassing? No darling we have permission to ride across this land, its owned by the Lord! You mean Jesus mummy? Erm no dear.. aha... Why is he shouting at me mummy, he says that we should take extra care not to have ...eeew… ..the fox er... ripped to pieces by the pack?... Oh he doesn’t understand, we’ve been doing this for hundreds of years! .. Does that make it ok then mummy? Em yes…. its tradition! ..crying…. Whats the matter Penelope darling? Do you love me mummy? Why yes of course I love you…. Do you love me like I love Flopsey and Mopsey mummy? Why yes of course darling, more that that my love. Crying …...then why don’t you love that rabbit too mummy? Oh what do you mean dear? Well ,sni ,
,,,the dogs have just chased it and we followed on our horses and you told me to look away but I had to look, and the rabbit was ripped up by the pack of dogs mummy and now its dead mummy. What did we do that for to an innocent rabbit like Mopsey mummy….crying..... Well dear its called collateral damage my love,… whats latteral damage mummy? … oh haha its when we intend to do something and end up doing something else instead….oh, and what about that poor fox being chased up ahead mummy…..
I was that man shouting at the hunt in Stocksbridge on Saturday as they practised on Whitwell moor. Yes, this barbaric pastime still happens and yes Hares and foxes are still ripped to bits by packs of baying dogs even if it’s denied by the people involved, (some as young as 12 on little ponies). Ban fox hunting altogether. Please! For the love of animals and nature, and ourselves.
Chris B
Regeneration
ere is a lot of talk about the regeneration of Stocksbridge town centre, but can I ask about the surrounding areas that consistently (FLOOD)? Both incoming areas to Stocksbridge ood excessively at Deepcar and at Stocksbridge. Would it not be advisable to rectify these areas before making good the centre, so that people that come to visit our lovely town do not have to access through water? or see the a ermath of what the water brings. Perhaps this new councillor would like to come to visit the areas concerned. at is if anyone can get hold of her? I certainly can not as I have emailed her and she can not be bothered to respond. She eld City Council have sent machines/men to Stocksbridge North to try to resolve the drain issue but to no success. I am constantly cleaning up my forecourt due to rubble that is washed down from (Underbank) In toll perhaps these people that want to get their pictures in the local paper and make it look as though they are doing good for the community, they should get out and talk to the people that see this everyday??????????? We keep building in the area but we do not think about the infrastructure and these people that have their pictures taken etc are the ones that have a say on what is built etc. LETS SORT WHAT WE HAVE IN PLACE FIRST AND LOOK AFTER THE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES WE ALREADY HAVE HERE.
Trevor, Stocksbridge
SO WHAT’S HAPPENED TO OUR RAILWAY,THEN … MARIE?
Can our new MP con rm that her Government has cancelled the Don Valley rail project along with all the other rail renewal schemes here in the north? Dead gween that, eh? [As I argued from the outset of the Towns Fund bid, the rail link should have had rst call on the money (requiring only a small fraction of the many millions
available), before considering all the other uses folk had to scratch their heads to nd for it.]
If this is so, then how does the forthcoming ‘hopper’ bus (to go up ‘n down dale and round the houses, like the old ‘clipper’) make sense when the whole point of it is to feed into a rail service from Fox Valley to the city centre? With no rail service and therefore complete reliance on the bus to She eld, what is to stop Stagecoach responding to displacement of its passengers within Stocksbridge/Deepcar onto the ‘hopper’ by yet further reducing 57/57A service frequency? I know it’s hard to imagine how it could be less frequent, but you can bet Stagecoach and the SYPTE are working on it. [Meanwhile, Stagecoach is running scheduled 57s/57As services o -route as cancelled along the valley oor, and when you complain they autoreply that they can’t tell you why because of data protection!]
Overall, what is going to happen to the buses? Are they all to be run by the City Council? Well, ‘run’ would be a ne thing when the City Council seems interested mainly in taking the rest of the current decade to replace roadway at West Bar with a cycle lane and designer weeds: it seemingly can’t run anything without being completely ripped o by its chosen contractors. In any case, the roof-mounted windmills would need replacing every time a bus went under a bridge, and most of the solar panels would be covered over with ‘rainbow’ ags. e City Council has demonstrated in the recent past its contempt for Stocksbridge, so how can we have con dence it could supply us with a usable bus service?
While we’re ‘ere ... how’s Ed Millipede getting on spa ng £22billion down the gween toilet, almost literally: shoving plant food down a crack somewhere, in the vain hope it won’t fart straight back? Astonishing lunacy however you look at it, never mind when there’s a shortage of plant food (CO2) for plants: it’s just half the optimum atmospheric concentration.
And how’s the current spending debt pile going (growing)? Could you hazard a guess how many £millions it’s risen in the time it would take you to read this letter?
So many questions, but so far no rhetorical non-answers to chuckle at.
Steve Moxon
CELEBRATIONS
FLAGS FLYING, BUNTING FLUTTERING, CHILDREN CHEERING, TRUMPERS TRUMPETING, ALL TO CELEBRATE IN A DOMED STADIUM, (20,000) TWENTY THOUSAND ANNO DOMINI, THE NEW MILLENIUM SHEILA GENT, aged 90.
Community Garden Seeks Support
e Oughtibridge Millennium Garden, which opened in 2000 to celebrate the new millennium, is reaching out to the local community for support in obtaining funding for a crucial refurbishment from Brad eld Parish Council. is beloved green space is not only a vibrant gathering place but also a resource for a wide section of the community, including elderly residents from nearby Westnall House who have limited access to Coronation Park. Young people utilise the garden as a popular meeting spot and visitors such as walkers and cyclists also make the garden a rest spot.
A dedicated team of ten volunteers, two of whom have been with the garden since its inception, meet monthly to maintain this space. e garden volunteer group has become a welcoming hub for newcomers, o ering a wonderful opportunity to engage in community activities.
e garden has recently faced challenges such as ground settlement (there used to be houses with cellars where the MG is situated), decaying sleepers on the corner raised beds, and a deteriorating path which has raised health and safety concerns. e garden’s fence is also in need of urgent repair.
“Many residents enjoy the garden and rely on it for recreation and community engagement,” said Phil Hirst, chairperson of the garden committee. “With community support, we can ensure that the Millennium Garden remains a safe and inviting space for everyone for another 25 years.”
e refurbishment plan includes resurfacing the paths repairing the raised beds, and addressing the fence’s deterioration. Additionally, the committee hopes to enhance the garden with new planting and to continue hosting popular community events such as plant fairs, the village Christmas tree, and carol singing.
To secure funding for the refurbishment, community members are encouraged to vote at the Bradeld Parish Council Participatory Budgeting Meeting on ursday, October 24, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Worrall Memorial Hall. is is a crucial opportunity for residents to voice their support for the garden’s revitalisation.
“We believe that with collective e ort, we can maintain the Millennium Garden as a space that re ects the spirit and pride of Oughtibridge,” Phil added. “Every vote counts, so please turn out and support us on 24 October. Together, we can ensure that the Oughtibridge Millennium Garden continues to thrive as a beautiful and welcoming space for all.”
For more information about how to support the refurbishment efforts, please visit the Brad eld Parish Council website https:// brad eld-yorks-pc.gov.uk/
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Jed’s treble secures win
Lord Reresby 0-5 Chapeltown RBL
Chapeltown RBL won 5-0 for a second week running and progressed in the Sheffield Senior Cup after an away trip to Rotherham Premier League side Lord Reresby.
Jed Phillips stole the show with a hat trick, opening the scoring after 12 minutes running clear from the halfway line and sliding home.
Luis Afonso-Ferreira volleyed into the roof of the net after 30 mins to double the lead and was then brought down in the area with Connor Tonge despatching the resulting penalty just before half-time.
Lewis Fox made 2 superb saves to ensure a clean sheet.
Phillips then headed home a great Tonge corner for 4-0 and completed his hat trick when debutant Kenny Tafireyi knocked down for him to prod home Legions 5th.
Local Sport Cross Country Season Kicks Off
Sunday marked the start of a hectic weekend for Valley Hill Runners (VHR) with the launch of the cross country season. The club not only hosted the first race at Norfolk Park but also had a men’s team competing in the event. In what was an unusually sunny day for cross country, the weather offered no typical challenges like rain or mud.
VHR Chairman Jonny Briggs was the first male member to cross the finish line for the club, leading by example. Meanwhile, other VHR members were busy competing in the “Ten Ten Ten” at Endcliffe Park.
Steve Sansom showed tremendous dedication, having completed a half marathon on Saturday, followed by the ten-mile race on Sunday. Determined not to let his team down, Steve rushed over after finishing the Ten Ten Ten to join his teammates at the cross country.
Further afield, four VHR ladies made their way to Lincolnshire to take on the Hedge Half Marathon. Tina Pass, Judith Kippax, and Judith Evans are in the midst of a self-set challenge to run a half marathon each month this year. They were joined by Helen Bowskill, all proudly representing VHR.
It was an exceptionally busy weekend for the running club, with mentions going to Damo, Kenny, Terry, Steve, Todd, and Jonny for the cross country efforts, as well as Sarah, Kab, Bernie, Kim, Steve, and Louise for their participation in the Ten Ten Ten.
A fantastic weekend of running for VHR, with plenty more on the horizon!
Busy weekend for Stocksbridge
- Ultras, XC, Trails and PB’s
A busy weekend for the club with runners in action on both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday saw 3 runners head over to Hope for the Ladybower 22K and 52K Ultra. The 22K saw runners tackle a very wet and muddy Win Hill before heading round the woodlands and fields at the bottom side of the Ladybower reservoir. Lyn Armitage-Calvert raced this in 3:08:19.
The main event through was the 52K Ultra starting in same place in Hope, tackling Win Hill and then looping round Ladybower, Derwent and Howden before another big climb up Derwent Edge then down again and back towards Hope. Two runners completed, Jonathan Page in 5:50:37 and Nick Boxall in 6:08:49.
Sunday saw several members take on the annual TenTenTen that takes part from Endcliffe Park, Paul Scott 46:53, Jonathon Middleton 50:00 and 3rd M60, Sam Middleton 54:30 and 2nd F50, Amy Hutchinson 54:41, Cathy Steel and Kate Fewkes in 64:21.
Also in Sheffield was the first fixture of the South Yorkshire Cross Country League. This is our first year as a club taking part and due to other commitments only Rachel Howard was able to represent the club in the female race. The first race was held at Norfolk Park with the ladies running a 5K loop. Up the road in Leeds Molly and Richard Hayes took part in the very popular Leeds Abbey Dash 10K a fast road race taking you from the city centre to Kirkstall Abbey and back. Richard broke his own personal best and club record running an impressive 35:21. The clubs youngest member continues her impressive form by getting another personal best and female club 10K record in 46:05, knocking over a minute off the club record.
We also on Saturday morning had several members take part in parkrun, David Napier ran Dewsbury in 22:57, David Downs ran Graves in 37:27 and at Hillsborough Andy Gosling ran 27:11, Victoria Patterson in 28:27 and Colin Mansell in 28:30.
Basic errors cost Stocksbridge victory
Stocksbridge Rugby, sponsored by Globe Holidays, faced their fifth successive away game in Round 5 of the Counties 4 Yorkshire South competition due to ongoing drainage works at their home ground, Coal Pit Lane Arena. This time, they travelled down the M18 to take on Maltby RUFC, a bottom-of-thetable side. Despite a spirited effort, the home team emerged victorious in a closely fought match, winning 18-13.
The question on everyone’s mind after the match was: did Maltby win it, or did Stocksbridge throw it away?
Veteran forward Ricky ‘Rooney’ James was ruled out late due to a back injury, but player-coach Aaron Kaye welcomed back Adam Frith to partner Jack Spencer at halfback. Harrison ‘The Storm’ Norman paired up with ‘El Torro’ Liam O’Leary in the centres, while ‘Big Rig’ Liam Roebuck joined club captain Andy ‘Clock Tower’ Beal in the second row. Young winger Fin Dodsworth also made his return.
Playing up a steep slope in the first half, Stocksbridge’s defence, known as the ‘Blue Wall,’ withstood early pressure from Maltby. It was Stocksbridge who struck first, with veteran goalkicker Scotty Bowskill converting a penalty after a breakaway.
Maltby RUFC 18-13 Stocksbridge RUFC
However, an injury to burly prop Gary Woodcock saw Jacob ‘Bing’ Crosby enter the game, putting in a strong defensive performance.
Maltby levelled the score with a penalty after Stocksbridge prop Joe Smith was sin-binned for dissent. The visitors continued to defend resiliently, and when they pressed forward, Reece ‘Diesel’ Aspin came close to scoring. A Maltby player was lucky to escape with just a yellow card after a deliberate knee to the head during the phase. Despite a period of dominance and territory, Stocksbridge couldn’t capitalise, and on the stroke of half-time, Maltby scored a try, with a controversial conversion to follow, leaving the half-time score at 10-3 in favour of the home side.
The second half saw Stocksbridge struggle with basic errors. Some weak defence allowed Maltby to extend their lead with a penalty. Although O’Leary and Norman linked well, Stocksbridge’s attack repeatedly faltered, and they gifted Maltby opportunities with poor line-outs and handling errors. A penalty from Bowskill kept Stocksbridge within reach, bringing the score to 13-6, but Maltby’s winger later scored in the corner, despite doubts over
whether he stayed in touch during the try.
Stocksbridge refused to give up, and their persistence was rewarded when Liam O’Leary powered over for a late try, converted by Bowskill to narrow the gap to five points. However, a golden opportunity for an overlap was wasted in the final moments, denying Stocksbridge a potential comeback.
The final score stood at 18-13, earning Stocksbridge a losing bonus point. They remain fifth in the league.
Liam O’Leary was named the All Property Solutions Man of the Match for his try and committed performance. However, many players will know they could have done better. After the match, a disappointed head coach Aaron Kaye said, “We didn’t lack effort, but we must sharpen up our tackling and ball retention. We’ll be focusing on these areas in training.”
With a week off to regroup, Stocksbridge will prepare for their first home game of the season against Hessle RUFC on 26th September. The club is expecting a large crowd to celebrate the completion of their pitch drainage works, with free entry for all spectators.
Runners Conquer Ladybower 52k Ultra and More
It was a busy weekend for Penistone runners, who tackled a range of races across different distances and terrains, including the gruelling 52k Ladybower Ultra in the Peak District. Fast-improving Dan Rushforth led the charge, completing the ultra marathon in an impressive time of 5:53:57. Mark Crossley followed, finishing the challenging course in 7:30:06.
In the shorter 22k race held alongside the ultra, Andrew Heppenstall produced a stellar performance, finishing in 5th place with a time of 1:36:22.
Elsewhere, Penistone runners made their mark at the Manchester Half Marathon, where Alex Harris was first back for the club with a time of 1:29:50. Personal bests were achieved by Chloe Hinchliffe, who completed the race in 2:03:02, and Amelia Cottam, who crossed the line in 2:15:46.
Meanwhile, three Penistone athletes headed north to take part in the Leeds Abbey Dash 10k. James Mumford was first back in 35:16, followed by Sean Pitt, who recorded a personal best of 38:58.
Closer to home, a strong contingent competed in the Holmfirth 10k. Richard Williams was first back for the club in 44:52, while Jill Scrivens was the first female member to finish in 57:47. There were podium finishes in the age categories, with Bar-
bara Haigh claiming first place in the Over-75 category and Sarah Halstead securing third in the Over-55 group.
At the Sheffield Ten 10 Ten trail race, Flynn Rogers took third place in the men’s Under-20 category, finishing in 45:47.
Rory O’Sullivan delivered a strong performance in the Royal Parks Half Marathon in London, crossing the line in 1:52:55. The club’s furthest travellers, Georgina Doyle and Seuranie Johnstone, competed together in the Munich Marathon, both finishing with identical times of 4:40:16.
In the Sheffield City 10k, Olivia Clough clocked a time of 1:05:27, while several Penistone runners took part in parkruns over the weekend. Notable performances included first-place finishes for Tom Fryers (Barnsley), Emma Moore (Concord), Richard Cottam (Penistone), and Suzanne McGill (Penistone). Nick Pepper completed his 100th parkrun at Penistone.
The club now eagerly awaits the release of results from the first South Yorkshire Cross Country League race, held at Norfolk Park in Sheffield.
Race Results Summary:
Ladybower Reservoir Trail 52k Ultra:
Dan Rushforth – 5:53:57
Mark Crossley – 7:30:06
Ladybower Reservoir Trail 22k:
Andrew Heppenstall – 1:36:22 (5th place)
Manchester Half Marathon:
Alex Harris – 1:29:50
Chloe Hinchliffe – 2:03:02 (PB)
Amelia Cottam – 2:15:46 (PB)
Leeds Abbey Dash 10k:
James Mumford – 35:16
Sean Pitt – 38:58 (PB)
Holmfirth 10k:
Richard Williams – 44:52
Jill Scrivens – 57:47
Barbara Haigh – 1st Over-75
Sarah Halstead – 3rd Over-55
Sheffield Ten 10 Ten trail race:
Flynn Rogers – 45:47 (3rd U20)
Royal Parks Half Marathon:
Rory O’Sullivan – 1:52:55
Munich Marathon:
Georgina Doyle – 4:40:16
Seuranie Johnstone – 4:40:16
Sheffield City 10k:
Olivia Clough – 1:05:27
FOOTBALL HONOURS GEORGE BALDOCK
A first-half brace from striker Simon Bonnett wasn’t enough to secure a second win of the season for Pomona who gave a debut to new Goalkeeper Danny Statham and welcomed back centrehalf duo Joe Hackworthy and Mark Tyler for this fourth game of the season against Kiveton Park.
Before the game, the two teams paid tribute to the tragic loss of former Sheffield United player George Baldock with a minute’s silence.
Pomona started well from the kick-off pressing from the front and forcing Kiveton to mainly go long, any attacks were quickly swept up by the Pomona defence and turned into attacks.
Pomona should’ve taken the lead on 10 minutes when good pressure from the attackers forced a misplaced pass by the Kiveton defence to fall to Pomona striker Simon Bonnett but his effort
Pomona 2 - 3 Kiveton Park
from just outside the area was straight into the keeper’s arms.
The number 9 made no such mistake 2 minutes later when Tommy Fowler’s through ball found Bonnett’s run into the area and one one-on-one with the keeper he put the ball into the bottom corner of the goal to put Pomona 1-0 up.
Although Kiveton threatened Pomona never looked to be in trouble and just before the half-hour, they were 2-0 up when Bonnett grabbed his second goal of the game, a stray pass from a Kiveton defender found its way to Bonnett who shot first time from 25 yards and the ball swerved past the keeper and into the goal.
10 minutes later it should’ve been 3-0 when when midfielder Simon Hawley volleyed into the top corner only to see the goal ruled out for offside.
Pomona came off the pitch at halftime two to the good with manager Rob Wilds’s message “more of the same” but the second half was anything but from the Pomona players.
Kiveton broke away from an early second-half Pomona attack and pulled a goal back to make it 2-1. Suddenly Kiveton were now on top and Pomona looked nervous and out of shape.
Against the run of play, Pomona could have gone 3-1 up but Jeremy Tym’s shot went wide.
On 72 minutes Kiveton pulled level when a deflected shot found its way into the Pomona goal.
At this point Pomona might have taken a point from the game but on 89 minutes it was heartbreak when a scramble in the Pomona area was toe-poked over the line to put Kiveton Park into the
lead just before the final whistle.
A bitter pill to swallow for Pomona but it is a great first-half
performance that they should take into next weekend’s game away at Thorncliffe Villa.
Defence of X country shield begins
South Yorkshire X Country – Norfolk Park
Sunday witnessed Hillsborough’s defence of the South Yorkshire Cross Country Series. The first of 4 races was held at Norfolk Park on one of the most undulating courses imaginable. HRRC performed incredibly to finish 2nd team overall behind Hallamshire Harriers. In the women’s race we had strength was shown in abundance with 8 runners in the top 30. Leading the way was the Phoebe Bramley. Many runners were new to the joyful experience of X country: Sarah Wales, Sally Hutchinson, Georgia Mae and Nadine Adele all donning the spikes for the first time.
For the men’s team Jimmie Jimmie Stuart led the way finishing 15th in a very competitive field. Fantastic debuts by Lampros Taratsas and Neil Stabbs who were both in our top 6 finishers. Also superb debuts for the club by Joe Firth, Peter Knight, Michael Duggleby and Trevor Brenard
What was more encouraging was the support given to each other in a superb show of team spirit. The results were as follows:
Women’s Race 5.5km
6 23:03 Phoebe Bramley
12 23:55 Jenny Cartmell
15 24:17 Fran Cummins
16 24:30 Hannah Helmore
23 24:50 Bridie McDonald
25 25:03 Emma Mavin
28 25:20 Charlotte Jenkinson
29 25:23 Cal Lloyd
40 26:21 Julia Cobham
51 28:06 Naomi Hartopp
63 29:25 sophie thompson
66 30:21 Liz Rowe
67 30:32 Sarah Wales
78 32:14 Sally Hutchison
83 33:37 Georgia Stubbs
91 37:10 Nadine Russell
Men’s Race 8km
15 29:47 Jimmie Stuart
17 30:07 Peter Boden
20 294 30:38 Jon Cooper
24 30:56 Lampros Taratsas
26 30:59 John Boden
42 32:34 Neil Stabbs
53 33:41 Scott Watson
56 33:50 Joe Hibbert
59 34:03 Lewis Bower
68 34:57 John Himsworth
73 35:16 Mark Ansell
74 35:17 Peter Hill
79 35:55 Jack Swindells
83 36:12 Joe Firth
85 36:28 Mikey Marshall
89 37:20 Peter Knight
94 37:55 David Thompson
104 38:42 Andy Kinsella
107 38:53 Matthew Burgon
108 39:07 Michael Slater 117 40:09 Mike Duggleby 122 41:04 Al Dalton
125 41:48 James Mason
131 43:25 Steve Clifton
133 43:28 Trevor Brenard
137 45:55 David Chambers
Manchester Half Marathon
Sunday also saw 5 HRRC runners cross the Pennines to participate in the Manchester half:
115th Daniel Smith 1:14:44, 757th Richard Johnson 1:27:01, 2743rd Amy Wilks 1:40:28, 4176th Phil Hammond 1:46:13 and Lily Battye 2:47:48 Sheffield 10/10/10
Closer to home 8 runners ran the Sheffield 10/10/10: Results were as follows: James Stewart 52:10, Ellie Holland 52:34, Tamsin Buck 1:01:35, Hannah Platt 1:03:19, Sarah Revitt 1:07:59, Anna Lant 1:10:08, Ella Davison 1:11:36, Emma Watts 1:12:25
Ladybower Trail Races
On Saturday the Ladybower 52 k Ultra challenged 3 HRRC runners to the extreme with, after more than 6 hours, only 3 minutes separating them: 182nd Ryan Timms 6:04:30, 187th Paul Harison 6:07:08, 189th Sam Strain 6:07:10.
Ladybower also had a more manageable 22km race in which Matthew Betts 1:50:46 and Ben Lee 1:56:52 performed admirably.
Historic Win for Steels
Ashington 0-2 Stocksbridge Park Steels
Stocksbridge Park Steels secured their firstever victory against Ashington, thanks to a strong second-half performance that earned them a 2-0 win on their longest away trip of the season.
The first half, however, was far from a spectacle. Both teams struggled to create clear chances, with much of the play bogged down in the midfield. Stocksbridge’s best opportunity came from a corner routine that saw the ball flicked to the near post, only for Elliot Owen’s shot to be blocked by a defender. At the other end, Ashington’s Andrew Johnson managed to turn his man in the box, but his shot was straight at Stocksbridge goalkeeper Ben Townsend.
The second half brought a noticeable improvement as both teams opened up in search of the breakthrough. Jack Tinker came close for Stocksbridge with a powerful strike from a tight angle that sailed just over the bar. While Ashington pressed at the other end, Townsend was largely untroubled thanks to a solid defensive display by the Steels.
Ashington may feel hard done by after a barrage of set-pieces failed to yield a goal, and Stocksbridge made them pay. A tactical reshuffle in the front three proved effective as Alex O’Connor’s cross was met by a diving header from Jack Haslam, which hit the post. Dan Hernandez reacted quickly, collecting the rebound and playing it back into the dan-
ger zone, where Danny Deakin was on hand to slot home and give Stocksbridge the lead.
The home side ramped up the pressure in search of an equaliser, with Craig Spooner coming closest, his close-range effort blocked by Townsend’s legs. Spooner later sent a longrange free kick just wide, giving the travelling Steels fans a scare.
However, Stocksbridge sealed the game late on. O’Connor played a precise through ball to substitute James Morris, who was brought down by Ashington goalkeeper Dan Staples. With usual penalty taker Hardwick off the pitch, O’Connor calmly stepped up and sent Staples the wrong way to make it 2-0.
Ashington struggled to mount any serious response after the second goal, and Stocksbridge held on comfortably to claim all three points, marking a historic win for the club.
Manager Ian Richards spoke after the game:
“The players showed great character after a 4-hour coach journey here. Although were weren’t at our best in the first half, understandably. We raised our game in the secondhalf.”
Next Home Game: Saturday 19 October vs North Ferriby, 3pm KO.
Double sending-off halts Church
The footballing week kicked off for Church on a wet windy Wednesday in front of the season’s highest crowd of 409 when they entertained local rivals Hallam FC.
The teams cancelled each other out in the first half with few chances notably Sam Scrivens heading against the bar for Church and Adam Lawlor making a fine save for Jordan Coduri to clear off the line to deny Hallam. As the half drew to a close Hallam were awarded a corner and the resulting cross was headed in on the near post by Brodie Lichfield. Church went in one-nil down
The second half started badly when shortly after the restart when defender Wayne Hughes’ mistimed tackle resulted in a penalty, well taken by Hallam’s Rio Allan doubling the church deficit.
The major talking point of the game occurred when Church defender Jordan Coduri was sent off for alleged violent conduct during an off-the-ball incident with Hallam’s Daniel Pudil and the scenes of unrest afterwards.
Church regrouped accordingly then Callum Ward increased the visitors lead to three-nil.
Substitutions were made, the formation was changed for Church and taking advantage of some Hallam defensive confusion Kian Ryan pulled a goal back to make it three-one. Despite playing with ten men Church were on the front foot and scored the best goal of the game when Sam Scrivens cut inside and curled the ball into the top corner from outside the area to make it three-two. Church
pressed for the rest of the game but the equaliser eluded them.
Assistant manager Brett Lovell
“A lesser side or a side without our camaraderie and togetherness would have folded and lost the game six or seven-nil so credit to the lads for not doing that. It’s our fourth loss in a row we’re well aware of that and that we need to turn it round. After such a successful start we’re having a dip in form we appreciate and understand that and we’ll aim to put that right against Barton on Wednesday night (16h October 7-45 pm)”
On Thursday Church under twenty-ones continued their winning form beating Thorncliffe Villa two-nil with second half goals from Jed Machen and Max Jenkins.
Church first team were without a fixture so taking centre stage on Saturday were Church Reserves who played Doncaster-based team Brodsworth Welfare at home in the Association Cup round-one.
The difference in the standard was obvious when the Church second string beat them fifteen-nil. Credit to the Brodsworth team who played in good spirit right to the end of the game.
Fixtures
Wednesday 16th October NCE Premier Division Penistone Church v Barton Town Kick off 7-45 pm
Saturday 19th October NCE Premier Division Rossington Main v Penistone Church Kick off 3-00 pm
Photo by Myra Little
Sent Off Duo: Jordan Coduri (left) and Wayne Hughes (right)
